Central Texas Nursing & Rehabilitation
Meets baseline Medicare standards with room for improvement. A tour and talking to current residents' families is the best next step.
based on 31 Google reviews
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What this means for your family
This facility is an excellent choice for families seeking high-quality rehabilitation or secure memory care, as the staff is exceptionally noted for their compassion. You can feel confident in their ability to manage Alzheimer's patients safely, though you should continue to monitor the quality of care as you transition your loved one into the facility.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
31 reviews analyzed“Families can expect a highly compassionate environment where staff members are frequently praised for treating residents like their own family. The facility is particularly noted for its excellent rehabilitation services and a secure, specialized unit for memory care and Alzheimer's patients.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Compassionate and attentive nursing staff
- Effective rehabilitation and physical therapy
- Secure memory care and Alzheimer's unit
- Engaging resident activities and social events
- Clean and welcoming facility atmosphere
Rating Trends
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Distribution
How They Respond to Reviews
The owner uses repetitive, template-like phrases to acknowledge reviews. Most responses rely on standard professional platitudes rather than addressing the specific details or individuals mentioned in the reviews.
Questions for Your Tour
- 1We've heard wonderful things about the compassion of your nursing staff; how do you ensure that same level of attentive care is maintained during shift changes?
- 2Since your facility offers specialized memory care, what specific security measures are in place to keep residents safe while still allowing them to be active?
- 3What does a typical day look like for residents in terms of social events and organized activities to keep them engaged?
- 4With the rehabilitation and physical therapy services being a highlight here, how do you coordinate therapy schedules with a resident's daily routine?
- 5How does the nursing team handle medical emergencies or urgent care needs during the overnight hours?
- 6We noticed you are very active in the community; how does the facility involve families in the daily life and care of their loved ones?
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Key Review Excerpts
“At Central Texas Nursing and Rehab, my mother is known by her name, not by her Medicare number. Let me be clear; this facility is professionalism, compassion, and top notch nursing care all rolled together”
“She is in the secure Alzheimer’s unit and we never have to worry about her wandering away. The staff is so remarkable they are always smiling and have so much patience”
“The PT and nursing staff were instrumental in getting her "back on her feet" and was able to transition her back to her home environment.”
Staffing
Staffing Hours
per resident/day · Medicare 2026Both RN and total nursing hours are below national benchmarks. This can mean less clinical attention per resident, so ask about their staffing plan.
Quality Measures
Quality Measures
Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures
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Residents on antipsychotic medication
Residents whose walking got worse
Residents needing more daily help over time
Residents with depression symptoms
Residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse
Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu
Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics
US average from Medicare published data
Inspection History
Medicare Inspection History
3-year lookback · Medicare 2026
Families have filed multiple complaint reports resulting in deficiencies for resident abuse reporting, daily care assistance, and care planning. The facility shows recurring problems across surveys with care planning, medication management, fire safety systems, and heating/ventilation, with some issues persisting without correction plans as recently as 2025.
Jan 16, 2026Complaint2
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
May 29, 2025Routine4
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel.
Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Services Deficiencies
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
May 29, 2025Complaint4
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.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
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.
Apr 18, 2024Routine9
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
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.
Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
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.
Smoke Deficiencies
Have an alternate power supply for its alarm system.
Services Deficiencies
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Feb 15, 2024Complaint2
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Feb 16, 2023Routine2
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Services Deficiencies
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Federal Penalties
Fine
Feb 15, 2024
$8,936
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
West Wharton County Hospital District
for profit
BALLINGER I ENTERPRISES, LLC
KENNETH GIBSON
Chain Affiliation
Creative Solutions in Healthcare
149 facilities nationwide
Chain avg rating: 2.7/5 · Rank 33 of 148
Ownership & Management
Owners
West Wharton County Hospital District
Owner · Organization
Key personnel
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