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Kenedy Health & Rehabilitation

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

7882 South Highway 181, Kenedy, TX 7811960 bedsLicensed & Active
3/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
4.4/5

based on 18 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

The facility offers a warm, home-like environment with highly praised dining options and a dedicated care team. However, you should closely monitor the security of your loved one's personal items, as there have been reports of missing belongings, and be aware of concerns regarding the authenticity of some positive reviews.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

18 reviews analyzed
Families can expect a warm, home-like atmosphere with a staff that is frequently described as caring and professional. However, there is a significant concern regarding the loss of residents' personal belongings and a suspicion from some reviewers that many positive reviews are written by employees.

Quality Themes

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Food5.0Staff4.8CleanN/AActivities5.0MedsN/AMemoryN/ACommsN/AValueN/A

Strengths

  • Warm and caring staff
  • Home-like atmosphere
  • High-quality meals
  • Strong teamwork among employees

Concerns

  • Loss of residents' personal belongings
  • Potential for reviews to be written by staff members

Rating Trends

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2345.0'16(1)3.04.3'18(6)5.05.0'21(1)5.03.7'23(3)5.0'24(2)

Distribution

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How They Respond to Reviews

6%response rate

This facility rarely responds to reviews.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1It's wonderful to see such a warm, home-like atmosphere here; how do you encourage residents to personalize their rooms with their own belongings and decorations?
  • 2We've heard great things about the quality of the meals here; could you tell us a bit about how the daily menu is planned and if residents have input?
  • 3With a smaller, intimate community of 60 residents, what kind of daily social activities or group outings do you typically organize?
  • 4How does the nursing team coordinate care during shift changes to ensure there is consistent communication and nothing is missed?
  • 5In the event of a medical emergency during the night, what is the specific protocol for contacting the family and notifying the physician?
  • 6We noticed you are very active in the community; how does the management team typically engage with families and address any feedback or concerns that arise?

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Key Review Excerpts

Horrible place, my brother stays there because we can’t find anywhere else to take him with his condition. His clothes and personal belongings are always coming up missing.

Family of resident · 2023☆☆☆☆

The staff at Kenedy Health & Rehabilitation are the best ! Also, they have great food. You can even order a guest tray and have a meal with your loved one.

Family of resident · 2018★★★★★

Kenedy Health and Rehab is a fantastic place. It comprises of some of the most elite healthcare workers in the State of Texas. Our residents are our number 1 priority.

Potential employee/Staff-like perspective · 2022★★★★★
Source: 18 Google reviews

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare 2026
RN Hours
0.72hrs
96%
Registered nurses for medical care
Total Nursing
3.24hrs
79%
All nurses + aides combined

Both 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 · 14 measures

Medicare Rating
2/ 5
Better Than Avg

7

measures

Worse Than Avg

7

measures

Long-Stay Residents
💊

Residents on antipsychotic medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility39.5%
Worse than Avg
Here
39.5%
US
15.4%
TX
9.4%
🛏️

Residents needing more daily help over time

↓ Lower is better
This Facility27.1%
Worse than Avg
Here
27.1%
US
14.4%
TX
16.1%
😔

Residents with depression symptoms

↓ Lower is better
This Facility0.0%
Better than Avg
Here
0.0%
US
12.1%
TX
2.5%
🚿

Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility9.3%
Better than Avg
Here
9.3%
US
19.4%
TX
14.2%
🚶

Residents whose walking got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility24.9%
Worse than Avg
Here
24.9%
US
15.3%
TX
14.9%
💊

Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility26.0%
Worse than Avg
Here
26.0%
US
19.5%
TX
18.4%
Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

7deficiencies
1penalties
Near state avg (9.1)
13 complaint-triggered
$8,173 in fines

Kenedy Health & Rehabilitation has a concerning pattern of 13 complaint-triggered deficiencies, indicating families have repeatedly filed reports about care issues. The facility consistently struggles with safety hazards, infection control, and resident care quality, with these problems recurring across multiple surveys from 2023-2025. While all deficiencies show planned correction dates, the persistent nature of safety and care issues across years suggests ongoing challenges with maintaining standards.

Dec 5, 2025Routine
12
0004ModerateCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).

0020ModerateCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Establish policies and procedures including evacuation.

0032ModerateCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Provide primary/alternate means for communication.

0353ModerateCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0812ModerateCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

0211ModerateCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

0689MinorCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

0646MinorCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Notify the appropriate authorities when residents with MD or ID services has a significant change in condition.

0656MinorCorrected

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.

0657MinorCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

0690MinorCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

0880MinorCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Aug 30, 2024Routine
7
0345ModerateCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

0918ModerateCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

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

0211ModerateCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

0321ModerateCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

0353ModerateCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0511ModerateCorrected

Services Deficiencies

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

0920ModerateCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

Aug 30, 2024Complaint
7
0584ModerateCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

0689ModerateCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

0583MinorCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

0690MinorCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

0695MinorCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

0842MinorCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

0880MinorCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Aug 8, 2024Complaint
1
0689Severe

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Jul 21, 2023Routine
6
0918ModerateCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

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

0324ModerateCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

0920ModerateCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

0211MinorCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

0223MinorCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.

0351MinorCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

Jul 21, 2023Complaint
4
0641MinorCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

0689MinorCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

0695MinorCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

0761MinorCorrected

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.

Federal Penalties

Fine

Aug 8, 2024

$8,173

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Kenedy I Enterprises, LLC

Organization Type

for profit

Management Company

CREATIVE SOLUTIONS IN HEALTHCARE, INC

Administrator

CARMEN BRACKEEN

Chain Affiliation

Chain Name

Creative Solutions in Healthcare

Chain Size

149 facilities nationwide

Chain avg rating: 2.7/5 · Rank 27 of 148

Ownership & Management

Key personnel

Huggins, LindaW-2 Managing EmployeeCreative Solutions in Healthcare INCManagerBlake, GaryManagerBlake, MalisaManager
Source: Medicare provider data

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