These are the best nursing homes and rehab centers in North Texas, study says
Finding the right nursing home for a loved one can be stressful.
Between understanding costs, checking reviews, and making sure the facility provides good care, it’s a lot to take in.
A new U.S. News & World Report study might make that search a little easier.
The publication reviewed nearly 15,000 nursing homes across the country and recognized 16 in the Dallas-Fort Worth area as among the nation’s best.
The ratings are based on staffing, safety and how well residents recover or maintain their health.
The study looked at both short-term rehabilitation, which helps patients recover after surgery or illness; and long-term care, which supports people who need daily assistance.
Each nursing home received one of three ratings: High performing, average, below average.
Here’s what to know.
How did U.S. News rate nursing homes?
Researchers used data from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and other federal sources.
They looked at 17 quality measures that included nurse staffing levels, health outcomes and inspection reports.
Facilities were also rated on things like infection control and how often residents were hospitalized or sent to the emergency room.
To earn the “High Performing” label, a facility needed to show strong staffing numbers, fewer hospital readmissions, and better outcomes for patients than the national average.
What’s the difference between short-term and long term care?
Short-term rehab is for people who need skilled nursing and therapy for a short period, usually after surgery, injury, or a hospital stay.
Long-term care supports residents who live at the facility full-time and need help with daily activities like walking, bathing or managing chronic conditions.
On average, highly rated nursing homes had more staff and offered more physical therapy hours per resident than other facilities across the country.
How many North Texas nursing homes made the list?
In total, U.S. News reviewed 244 facilities across Dallas-Fort Worth, including in Arlington.
Out of those facilities, 16 earned a “High Performing” rating, the publication’s top mark for quality care.
Here’s a look at those 16 top-rated nursing homes and what each one offers.
1. Allegiant Wellness and Rehab — Crowley
Address: 724 W. Rendon Crowley Road, Crowley, TX 76036
Care offered: Short-term rehab
Insurance accepted: Medicare, Medicaid
Facility size: Small (60 beds)
2. Autumn Leaves — Dallas
Address: 1010 Emerald Isle Drive, Dallas, TX 75218
Care offered: Short-term rehab
Insurance accepted: Medicare, Medicaid
Facility size: Small (75 beds)
3. C.C. Young Memorial Home — Dallas
Address: 4829 W. Lawther Drive, Dallas, TX 75214
Care offered: Long-term care, short-term rehab
Insurance accepted: Medicare only
Facility size: Large (129 beds)
4. Denton Rehabilitation and Nursing Center — Denton
Address: 2229 N. Carroll Blvd., Denton, TX 76210
Care offered: Long-term care, short-term rehab
Insurance accepted: Medicare, Medicaid
Facility size: Large (196 beds)
5. Denton Village — Denton
Address: 2500 Hinkle Drive, Denton, TX 76201
Care offered: Long-term care, short-term rehab
Insurance accepted: Medicare, Medicaid
Facility size: Medium (88 beds)
6. Parkwood Healthcare Community — Bedford
Address: 2600 Parkview Drive, Bedford, TX 76022
Care offered: Long-term care, short-term rehab
Insurance accepted: Medicare, Medicaid
Facility size: Medium (107 beds)
7. Presbyterian Village North Special Care Center — Dallas
Address: 8600 Skyline Drive, Dallas, TX 75243
Care offered: Long-term care, short-term rehab
Insurance accepted: Medicare only
Facility size: Medium (88 beds)
8. PureHealth Transitional Care at Texas Health Presbyterian — Dallas
Address: 8200 Walnut Hill Lane, Main 5, Dallas, TX 75231
Care offered: Short-term rehab
Insurance accepted: Medicare, Medicaid
Facility size: Small (49 beds)
9. Remington Transitional Care of Richardson — Richardson
Address: 1350 E. Lookout Drive, Richardson, TX 75082
Care offered: Short-term rehab
Insurance accepted: Medicare, Medicaid
Facility size: Medium (90 beds)
10. Signature Pointe — Dallas
Address: 14655 Preston Road, Dallas, TX 75254
Care offered: Long-term care, short-term rehab, Alzheimer’s care
Insurance accepted: Medicare, Medicaid
Facility size: Large (195 beds)
11. The Healthcare Resort of Plano — Plano
Address: 3325 W. Plano Pkwy., Plano, TX 75075
Care offered: Short-term rehab
Insurance accepted: Medicare, Medicaid
Facility size: Small (70 beds)
12. The Legacy at Willow Bend — Plano
Address: 6101 Ohio Drive, Ste. 500, Plano, TX 75024
Care offered: Long-term care, short-term rehab
Insurance accepted: Medicare, Medicaid
Facility size: Small (60 beds)
13. The Plaza at Edgemere Health Care — Dallas
Address: 8502 Edgemere Road, Dallas, TX 75225
Care offered: Long-term care, short-term rehab
Insurance accepted: Medicare only
Facility size: Small (72 beds)
14. Trinity Terrace — Fort Worth
Address: 1600 Texas St., Fort Worth, TX 76102
Care offered: Long-term care, short-term rehab
Insurance accepted: Medicare only
Facility size: Small (52 beds)
15. Ventana by Buckner – The Glen — Dallas
Address: 8301 N. Central Expy., Dallas, TX 75201
Care offered: Long-term care, short-term rehab
Insurance accepted: Medicare only
Facility size: Small (72 beds)
16. Villages of Lake Highlands — Dallas
Address: 8615 Lullwater Drive, Dallas, TX 75238
Care offered: Long-term care, short-term rehab
Insurance accepted: Medicare, Medicaid
Facility size: Large (126 beds)
What makes these nursing homes stand out?
Top-rated facilities generally had more staff on duty, stronger rehabilitation outcomes, and better safety practices than average homes.
According to U.S. News, residents in these facilities were less likely to be hospitalized or sent to the emergency room and they received more consistent physical therapy.
U.S. News lets users search nursing homes by ZIP code, insurance type, and care needs.
You can see full profiles for these and other facilities at health.usnews.com.
