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Querencia at Barton Creek

Strong Medicare quality ratings; families often praise excellent physical and occupational therapy. Still worth an in-person visit.

2500 Barton Creek Blvd, Wimberly Place · Austin, TX 7873542 bedsLicensed & Active
4/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
4.6/5

based on 30 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

This facility is an excellent choice for families prioritizing high-quality physical and occupational therapy and a vibrant social life. However, if your loved one has specific dietary preferences or requires high-end room amenities, you should specifically inquire about recent updates to the dining menu and room furnishings.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

30 reviews on Google
Querencia at Barton Creek is highly regarded for its exceptional rehabilitation services, professional therapy teams, and a welcoming, high-end community atmosphere. While many residents praise the beautiful grounds and active lifestyle, some families have raised concerns regarding food quality and the comfort of furniture in the skilled nursing unit.

Quality Themes

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Food7.0Staff9.0Clean9.0Activities10.0MedsN/AMemoryN/AComms9.0ValueN/A

Strengths

  • Excellent physical and occupational therapy
  • Professional and attentive nursing staff
  • Beautifully maintained grounds and facilities
  • Wide variety of resident activities and social events
  • Welcoming and high-quality resident community

Concerns

  • Inconsistent food quality and portion sizes (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
  • Uncomfortable furniture in skilled nursing rooms

Rating Trends

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Distribution · 31 analyzed

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How They Respond to Reviews

77%response rate
Good

The owner provides highly personalized responses that frequently use the reviewer's name and reference specific details from their feedback. They maintain a warm, community-focused tone and proactively offer assistance or follow-up for negative feedback.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1I noticed how much the management engages with the community online; how does that same level of communication translate to how you update families on a resident's daily well-being?
  • 2The staffing rating is incredibly impressive; how do you ensure that this high level of care remains consistent during shift changes or overnight hours?
  • 3We've heard great things about the therapy programs here; could you tell us more about how the physical and occupational therapy sessions are integrated into a resident's weekly routine?
  • 4What kind of social events or group activities are currently popular among the residents to help them stay connected with the community?
  • 5Regarding the dining experience, how do you approach menu variety and ensuring that portion sizes meet the nutritional needs of each individual resident?
  • 6In the event of a medical emergency or a sudden change in health status, what are the specific protocols the nursing team follows to ensure immediate care?

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Key Review Excerpts

We were very impressed with the level & quality of care that he received by all the staff - nursing, physical therapy, dietary, activities, etc. The staff members were very attentive to both my husband and myself with any questions or mainly concerns that we voiced.

Rehab patient's family · 2025★★★★★

The facilities and staff are first class. The activities cover a wide range of interests. But the unexpected bonus are the residents. Bright, well educated and welcoming.

Long-term resident · 2024★★★★★

The care has been exceptional and my mom enjoyed all the meals. Aside from missing her apartment in her assisted living, she would not object to staying if she could.

Skilled nursing family member · 2024★★★★
Source: 30 Google reviews

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare 2026
RN Hours
1.20hrs
OK
Registered nurses for medical care
Total Nursing
4.65hrs
OK
All nurses + aides combined
Staff Turnover
47%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)
RN Turnover
50%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)

This facility meets the national staffing benchmarks. Higher staffing is linked to fewer falls and better day-to-day care.

Quality Measures

Quality Measures

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

Medicare Rating
5/ 5
Better Than Avg

14

measures

Worse Than Avg

1

measures

Mixed Results

2

measures

Long-Stay Residents
💊

Residents on antipsychotic medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility1.4%
Better than Avg
Here
1.4%
US
15.4%
TX
9.4%
Travis
12.3%
🛏️

Residents needing more daily help over time

↓ Lower is better
This Facility12.5%
Better than Avg
Here
12.5%
US
14.4%
TX
16.1%
Travis
22.9%
🚿

Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility22.1%
Worse than Avg
Here
22.1%
US
19.4%
TX
14.2%
Travis
17.9%
💉

Residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility100.0%
Better than Avg
Here
100.0%
US
95.5%
TX
98.0%
Travis
92.3%
⚖️

Residents who lost too much weight

↓ Lower is better
This Facility0.0%
Better than Avg
Here
0.0%
US
5.3%
TX
3.2%
Travis
2.9%
💉

Residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility98.3%
Better than Avg
Here
98.3%
US
93.4%
TX
96.9%
Travis
93.1%
Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)
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Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility96.9%
Better than Avg
Here
96.9%
US
79.7%
TX
88.0%
Travis
79.8%
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility96.4%
Better than Avg
Here
96.4%
US
81.8%
TX
89.2%
Travis
79.4%
💊

Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics

↓ Lower is better
This Facility0.0%
Better than Avg
Here
0.0%
US
1.6%
TX
1.5%
Travis
1.4%
Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

5deficiencies
Near state avg (9.1)
3 complaint-triggered
$17,215 in fines

Families filed reports triggering three deficiencies in 2025 related to care planning, safety supervision, and treatment quality, all of which the facility has corrected. The facility shows recurring issues with food safety, electrical systems, and medication management across multiple surveys, though all deficiencies have correction dates indicating the facility addresses problems when identified.

Dec 18, 2025Routine
3
0222Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

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.

0880Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

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.

Sep 5, 2025Complaint
3
0656Immediate jeopardy · 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.

0689Immediate jeopardy · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

0684Actual harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Sep 20, 2024Routine
4
0918Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

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

0812Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

0920Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

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.

Jul 28, 2023Routine
4
0004Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).

0812Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

0222Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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.

0923Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Barton Creek Senior Living Center, INC

Organization Type

nonprofit

Management Company

LIFESPACE COMMUNITIES, INC

Administrator

MRS. TIFFANY TELLO

Chain Affiliation

Chain Name

Lifespace Communities

Chain Size

16 facilities nationwide

Chain avg rating: 4.0/5 · Rank 2 of 4

Ownership & Management

Key personnel

Stuteville, TimothyW-2 Managing EmployeeWeyand, NathanW-2 Managing EmployeeHarshfield, NicholasOfficer / DirectorJantzen, JesseOfficer / DirectorSmith, DanaOfficer / Director
Source: Medicare provider data

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