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The Veranda

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201 Ham Lane, Uvalde, TX 7880160 bedsLicensed & Active
Source: TX HHSC — view official record
Google rating
3.7/5

based on 6 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

Extreme caution is advised when considering this facility due to recent, highly critical reports regarding safety and staffing shortages. While the building has been described as modern and spacious in the past, the most recent feedback suggests a breakdown in management and resident safety.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

6 reviews on Google
Recent reviews indicate a significant decline in safety and leadership quality, with a specific warning that the facility may no longer be a safe option. While older reviews praised the modern, spacious environment, newer feedback highlights critical issues with staffing shortages and ineffective management.

Quality Themes

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Strengths

  • Modern and spacious facility
  • Historically positive reputation

Concerns

  • Staffing shortages
  • Ineffective leadership/management
  • Safety concerns for residents

Rating Trends

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Distribution · 6 analyzed

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How They Respond to Reviews

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Questions for Your Tour

  • 1Since the facility is so modern and spacious, how do you ensure residents feel a sense of community and don't feel lost in the larger rooms?
  • 2What specific daily activities or social outings do you have planned to keep the 60 residents engaged and active?
  • 3How does the leadership team approach training and supporting new staff members to ensure consistent care quality?
  • 4Can you walk me through the protocol for handling a medical emergency or a sudden change in health during the night?
  • 5With your memory care certification, what specific safety measures are in place to prevent wandering or accidents?
  • 6How does the management team communicate with families regarding any changes in staffing or facility updates?

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Key Review Excerpts

Update: 12/5/2025 i truly believe The Verandas are no longer a safe option for your loved ones.

Recent critical update · 2025☆☆☆☆

Short staffed. Terrible leadership from Sylvia, has no idea what’s doing!

Reviewer noting operational issues · 2025☆☆☆☆

Good spacious nursing home very modern and looks to take care of the people very well!

Local Guide · 2023★★★★★
Source: 6 Google reviews

State Inspection History

State Inspections

Source: Texas Health & Human Services Commission

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3deficiencies

Key Findings

The Veranda's most recent comprehensive inspection was conducted on December 06, 2023. While there are no current enforcement actions on record, previous inspections in early 2021 identified issues regarding fire safety compliance, specifically related to NFPA standards, sprinkler systems, and smoke detection.

Feb 3, 2021Routine

Life Safety Code (3 violations)

Life Safety CodeCorrected Mar 2, 2021

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 Mar 4, 2021

The facility failed to comply with Chapter 19 of NFPA 101.

Life Safety CodeCorrected Mar 2, 2021

The facility failed to provide the required sprinkler system to meet NFPA 13.

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Ualc LLC

Organization Type

for profit

Management Company

LOREE TAMAYO CONSULTING AND MANAGEMENT, INC

Administrator

MARY T HIATT

Source: State licensing data

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