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Carillon INC

Meets baseline Medicare standards with room for improvement. A tour and talking to current residents' families is the best next step.

1717 a Norfolk Ave, Lubbock, TX 79416100 bedsLicensed & Active
3/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
4.6/5

based on 247 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

This facility is an excellent choice for families prioritizing high-quality rehabilitation and premium dining experiences. However, if you choose this facility, you should establish a clear communication plan with the administration, as some family members have struggled to get timely responses to important inquiries.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

247 reviews on Google
Carillon Inc is highly regarded for its exceptional rehabilitation services and high-quality dining, with many families praising the compassionate nursing and therapy teams. While the majority of residents enjoy a vibrant community with frequent activities, some families have reported serious concerns regarding communication responsiveness and transparency in pricing.

Quality Themes

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Food9.5Staff9.2Clean9.0Activities9.0MedsN/AMemory5.0Comms4.0Value3.0

Strengths

  • Exceptional rehabilitation and physical therapy
  • High-quality, varied dining services
  • Compassionate and attentive nursing staff
  • Engaging community activities and social events

Concerns

  • Lack of responsiveness to family communications (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
  • Inconsistency in pricing transparency (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
  • Increasing cost of living adjustments

Rating Trends

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2343.8'19(13)4.43.5'21(6)5.04.6'23(38)5.04.9'25(78)4.2'26(11)

Distribution · 233 analyzed

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16 reviews posted between Jun 22, 2025Jun 26, 2025 · 16 were 5-star
10 reviews posted between Nov 7, 2022Nov 11, 2022 · 10 were 5-star

How They Respond to Reviews

83%response rate

This facility actively engages with reviewer feedback.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1We've heard wonderful things about the dining variety here; could you tell us more about how the menus are planned and if residents have input?
  • 2Since we are looking for a high level of engagement, what kind of social events or community activities are currently popular with the residents?
  • 3With the specialized memory care certification, how do you tailor daily routines to support residents with different stages of cognitive needs?
  • 4How does the nursing team handle communication with family members, and what is the best way for us to stay updated on our loved one's well-being?
  • 5We are interested in the rehabilitation services mentioned in your positive reviews; how does the physical therapy team work with residents to maintain their mobility?
  • 6In the event of a medical emergency after hours, what is the specific protocol for notifying the family and coordinating care?

Personalized based on this facility's data


Key Review Excerpts

The experience that Carillon has provided to our family from the first tour to move-in has been outstanding. I have been blown away over and over at the level of support and service provided by the staff and administrators.

Long-term resident's family · 2025★★★★★

Carillon has proven to be the exact opposite! The nurses and nursing staff are compassionate, hard working, and knowledgeable. The therapists display great skill. Housekeeping does an amazing job. Almost every meal has been excellent.

Rehab patient · 2025★★★★★

Since moving to Carillon, we have experienced the highest quality of service and dining equal to five star restaurants and resorts that we have have been fortunate to visit.

Resident · 2025★★★★★
Source: 247 Google reviews

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare 2026
RN Hours
0.49hrs
66%
Registered nurses for medical care
Total Nursing
4.63hrs
OK
All nurses + aides combined
Staff Turnover
57%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)
RN Turnover
59%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)

RN hours are below the national benchmark. RNs handle complex medical needs and medication, so ask about coverage during your visit.

Quality Measures

Quality Measures

Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures

Medicare Rating
4/ 5
Better Than Avg

6

measures

Worse Than Avg

6

measures

Mixed Results

5

measures

Long-Stay Residents
🛏️

Residents needing more daily help over time

↓ Lower is better
This Facility28.8%
Worse than Avg
Here
28.8%
US
14.4%
TX
16.1%
Lubbock
20.3%
🚿

Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility27.2%
Worse than Avg
Here
27.2%
US
19.4%
TX
14.2%
Lubbock
14.6%
😔

Residents with depression symptoms

↓ Lower is better
This Facility4.3%
Mixed vs Avgs
Here
4.3%
US
12.1%
TX
2.5%
Lubbock
2.0%

Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.

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Residents on antipsychotic medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility8.1%
Mixed vs Avgs
Here
8.1%
US
15.4%
TX
9.4%
Lubbock
5.7%
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Residents whose walking got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility21.2%
Worse than Avg
Here
21.2%
US
15.3%
TX
14.9%
Lubbock
19.3%
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Residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility92.4%
Worse than Avg
Here
92.4%
US
95.5%
TX
98.0%
Lubbock
98.6%
Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)
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Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility95.1%
Better than Avg
Here
95.1%
US
81.8%
TX
89.2%
Lubbock
92.2%
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Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility90.2%
Mixed vs Avgs
Here
90.2%
US
79.7%
TX
88.0%
Lubbock
91.7%
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Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics

↓ Lower is better
This Facility0.4%
Better than Avg
Here
0.4%
US
1.6%
TX
1.5%
Lubbock
1.2%
Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

3deficiencies
2penalties
Well below state avg (9.1)
11 complaint-triggered
$58,719 in fines

Families have filed multiple complaints against this facility, resulting in 11 complaint-triggered deficiencies including concerns about pain management, abuse reporting, and medication services. The most recurring issues involve resident assessment and care planning, medication management, and infection control. While all deficiencies show correction dates, the pattern of ongoing complaints through 2025 suggests persistent quality concerns that families should carefully consider.

Apr 25, 2025Complaint
3
0585Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.

0812Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

0880Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Apr 25, 2025Routine
3
0222Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.

0341Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.

0363Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

Feb 28, 2025Complaint
2
0755Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

0761Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

Oct 25, 2024Complaint
2
0656Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

0677Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Mar 21, 2024Routine
3
0918Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

0656Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

0758Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

Jan 27, 2024Complaint
3
0697Immediate jeopardy · PatternCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

0609Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

0610Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Federal Penalties

Fine

Jan 27, 2024

$57,321

Fine

May 30, 2023

$1,398

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Carillon INC

Organization Type

nonprofit

Management Company

LIFE CARE SERVICES LLC

Administrator

PAMELA RODDY

Chain Affiliation

Chain Name

Life Care Services

Chain Size

45 facilities nationwide

Ownership & Management

Owners

Carillon, INC.

Owner · Organization

100%

Key personnel

U.s. Bank5% or Greater Security InterestBreedlove, BillyOfficer / DirectorFulton, KyleOfficer / DirectorHatch, LeslieOfficer / DirectorOwens, JohnOfficer / Director
Source: Medicare provider data

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