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Governor's Ridge

Families consistently rate this highly — reviewers highlight compassionate and attentive nursing staff. Schedule a visit to confirm the fit.

300 E Devereaux St, Decatur, TX 7623470 bedsLicensed & Active
Source: TX HHSC — view official record
Google rating
4.7/5

based on 12 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

Governor's Ridge is an excellent choice for families seeking a warm, family-like environment with highly attentive staff, particularly for those needing dementia care. However, you should verify their protocols for communicating significant life events or changes in care, as one family experienced a breakdown in communication during a bereavement period.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

12 reviews analyzed
Governor's Ridge is highly regarded by families for its exceptionally compassionate and attentive staff, specifically naming individuals like Bethany and Mackenzie for their care. While the facility excels in providing a home-like atmosphere and quality memory care, one reviewer noted a significant lapse in communication regarding a resident's passing.

Quality Themes

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Food5.0Staff10.0Clean10.0Activities9.0MedsN/AMemory10.0Comms6.0ValueN/A

Strengths

  • Compassionate and attentive nursing staff
  • High-quality memory care for dementia patients
  • Clean and safe living environment
  • Engaging resident activities and entertainment
  • Strong sense of community and family atmosphere

Concerns

  • Lapse in communication regarding end-of-life protocols

Rating Trends

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2345.02017(2)1.02019(1)5.02023(7)5.02025(4)

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How They Respond to Reviews

42%response rate
Good

The owner provides personalized responses that frequently use the reviewer's name and acknowledge specific details about the residents. When addressing a negative or sensitive review, the owner attempts to provide context and demonstrate their commitment to community support.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1We love the sense of community mentioned by others; how do you foster that family-like atmosphere among the 70 residents here?
  • 2Could you tell us more about the daily activities and entertainment planned to keep residents engaged?
  • 3How does the nursing staff approach personalized care to ensure residents feel truly attended to?
  • 4What specific protocols are in place for medical emergencies or end-of-life care transitions to ensure the family is kept fully informed?
  • 5How do you ensure the living environment remains consistently clean and safe for everyone?
  • 6We noticed the management is active in responding to feedback; how does the facility typically incorporate resident or family suggestions into your operations?

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Key Review Excerpts

The staff at GR was over the top accommodating from day one. As we navigated hospice and what care Dad needed GR (Mackenzie and Bethany and the whole staff) met us where we were and adjusted his care sometimes it seemed on a daily basis.

Hospice family member · 2025★★★★★

I can’t say enough nice things about the level of care, kindness and respect that my mom has received for almost 2 1/2 years now. She has severe dementia and several medical issues. The staff there is ALWAYS attentive to all of her needs

Memory care family member · 2023★★★★★

My mother was able to stay here for 1-1/2 years. I wish it could have been many more. Wonderful, caring people. Plenty of activities, nice rooms, good food - more like a family.

Long-term resident's family · 2025★★★★★
Source: 12 Google reviews

State Inspection History

State Inspections

Source: Texas Health & Human Services Commission

2total
6deficiencies

Key Findings

Governor's Ridge has no current enforcement actions on record. Previous inspections identified some issues regarding food safety handling and fire safety system maintenance, all of which were documented as corrected by the facility.

Aug 4, 2022Routine

Health Code (2 violations)

Health CodeCorrected Aug 25, 2022

The facility failed to provide safe waste containers in kitchens and hazardous areas.

Health CodeCorrected Aug 25, 2022

The facility failed to procure food from acceptable sources, or failed to handle food, subject to spoilage, as required.

Oct 12, 2020Routine

Life Safety Code (4 violations)

Life Safety CodeCorrected Oct 16, 2020

The facility failed to ensure the building and structure complied with other applicable chapters of the Life and Safety Code, NFPA 101.

Life Safety CodeCorrected Oct 27, 2020

The facility failed to ensure the fire alarm and smoke detection system was in compliance with licensing standards for assisted living facilities.

Life Safety CodeCorrected Oct 21, 2020

The facility failed to provide a written contract with a fire alarm firm to perform inspections, testing, and system maintenance at least every six months.

Life Safety CodeCorrected Oct 23, 2020

The facility failed to provide and/or maintain a commercial range hood and exhaust system in compliance with NFPA 96.

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Governors Ridge Opco, LLC

Organization Type

for profit

Management Company

GOVERNORS RIDGE COSL MANAGER LLC

Administrator

LESLIE MISENHIMER

Source: State licensing data

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