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Mallow Place

Families consistently rate this highly — reviewers highlight staff described as caring and wonderful by multiple reviewers. Schedule a visit to confirm the fit.

4305 Mallow, South Side · Houston, TX 7703326 bedsLicensed & Active
Source: TX HHSC — view official record
Google rating
4.3/5

based on 11 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

Families consistently rate Mallow Place highly, reflecting positive day-to-day experiences. Reviewers highlight: staff described as caring and wonderful by multiple reviewers, employees characterized as 'loving people' who show genuine care. Keep in mind that online reviews reflect personal experiences and may not capture everything. Schedule a visit to see if it feels right for your loved one.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

11 reviews on Google
Mallow Place shows a polarized review pattern with 8 five-star ratings versus 2 one-star reviews citing serious concerns about professionalism and treatment of residents. While several reviewers praise caring staff, the lack of detailed feedback and concerning allegations about APS involvement warrant careful investigation before considering this facility.

Quality Themes

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FoodN/AStaff6.0CleanN/AActivities6.0Meds6.0MemoryN/AComms3.0ValueN/A

Strengths

  • Staff described as caring and wonderful by multiple reviewers
  • Employees characterized as 'loving people' who show genuine care
  • Some reviewers express appreciation for the workplace culture and approach

Concerns

  • Serious allegations about lying to families and causing 'GREAT pain' to residents
  • Multiple mentions of unprofessional behavior from management
  • Reference to APS (Adult Protective Services) involvement suggests potential regulatory issues
  • Extremely limited detailed feedback makes it difficult to assess actual quality of care
  • High proportion of rating-only reviews raises questions about review authenticity

Rating Trends

2345.02019(2)5.02020(3)5.02021(1)3.02023(2)1.02024(1)5.02025(1)5.02026(1)

Distribution · 11 analyzed

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How They Respond to Reviews

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Questions for Your Tour

  • 1Given that Mallow Place has a smaller capacity of 26 residents, how does your team ensure consistent, transparent communication with families regarding daily updates and changes in care?
  • 2We have heard wonderful things about the caring nature of your staff; could you share how you foster that supportive culture and ensure it remains a priority for your management team?
  • 3What is your process for keeping families informed and involved if a resident experiences a health incident or requires an unexpected change in their care plan?
  • 4Could you walk us through a typical day at Mallow Place and describe how you tailor activities to keep all 26 residents engaged and connected?
  • 5How does your leadership team handle feedback or concerns from families to ensure that everyone feels heard and that issues are resolved promptly?
  • 6With your focus on providing a loving environment, what steps do you take to maintain high standards of professional oversight and regulatory compliance?

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Key Review Excerpts

The Principles of this establishment has lied and caused GREAT pain to some of our prized citizens.....#A.P.S.exposure

Suggests serious issues with management integrity and potential Adult Protective Services involvement, which are major red flags for family safety · Aug 2023☆☆☆☆

Extremely unprofessional. This was the second time I experienced this with them.

Indicates a pattern of unprofessional behavior that has occurred multiple times, suggesting systemic issues · Mar 2024☆☆☆☆

The employees are wonderful

Provides positive perspective on direct care staff quality, distinguishing between front-line workers and management · May 2020★★★★★
Source: 11 Google reviews

State Inspection History

State Inspections

Source: Texas Health & Human Services Commission

1total
11deficiencies

Key Findings

An inspection conducted in November 2019 identified 11 violations, primarily related to Life Safety Code standards such as fire drill documentation, smoke detector maintenance, and sprinkler system compliance. All identified issues were documented as corrected by December 2019. No recent enforcement actions were found for this facility.

Nov 22, 2019Routine

Life Safety Code (11 violations)

Life Safety CodeCorrected Dec 16, 2019

The facility failed to ensure compliance with smoking regulations in the licensing standards for assisted living facilities.

Life Safety CodeCorrected Dec 16, 2019

The facility failed to ensure the smoke detectors were to be tested for sensitivity as required. The facility failed to provide all required fire alarm documentation, including as-built installation drawings, operation and maintenance manuals, and a written sequence of operation, must be available for examination by DADS.

Life Safety CodeCorrected Dec 17, 2019

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

Life Safety CodeCorrected Dec 16, 2019

The facility failed to ensure a written emergency plan that addresses the eight core functions of emergency management was provided.

Life Safety CodeCorrected Dec 16, 2019

The facility failed to ensure the required sprinkler system was inspected, tested, and maintained in compliance with NFPA 25.

Life Safety CodeCorrected Dec 17, 2019

The facility failed to ensure all monthly and yearly extinguisher inspections were performed and/or documented; and/or that unserviceable extinguishers were replaced.

Life Safety CodeCorrected Dec 16, 2019

The facility failed to ensure fire drills were conducted and documented to be in compliance with licensing standards for assisted living facilities.

Life Safety CodeCorrected Dec 16, 2019

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 Dec 16, 2019

The facility failed to ensure an annual inspection was conducted by the local fire marshal.

Life Safety CodeCorrected Dec 16, 2019

The facility failed to provide the required sprinkler system to meet NFPA 13, 13D, 13R requirements, or meet the requirements of Chapter 32.

Life Safety CodeCorrected Dec 16, 2019

The facility failed to ensure the building was kept in good repair.

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Love & Joy Personal Care Home

Organization Type

nonprofit

Management Company

NA

Administrator

YVONNE JACOBS

Source: State licensing data

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