Mesa Springs Healthcare Center

    7171 BUFFALO GAP RD, Abilene, TX, 79606
    4.0 · 43 reviews
    • Independent living
    • Skilled nursing
    AnonymousLoved one of resident
    4.0

    Caring staff and effective therapy

    I was pleased by the exceptionally kind, attentive staff, very clean facility, and strong therapy/rehab that improved mobility. Communication was usually proactive - regular calls and updates - but staffing shortages sometimes meant slow responses to call lights and basic care. Meals were inconsistent: some enjoyable breakfasts but often cold, bland, or small portions. Rooms and layout vary widely (some spacious/cottage-style, some cramped/shared with privacy issues), and administration is helpful with insurance though organization/billing can be problematic. Overall, caring staff and good therapy met our needs, but be prepared for variable food quality, occasional understaffing, and room-size concerns.

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    4.05 · 43 reviews

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    • Care

      3.8
    • Staff

      4.1
    • Meals

      3.0
    • Amenities

      3.3
    • Value

      3.0

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    About Mesa Springs Healthcare Center

    Mesa Springs Healthcare Center is a senior care facility that offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing services all in one community, and you'll see they've got apartments, garden homes, and custom-built executive homes for different levels of comfort and support, along with both long-term care and short-term rehabilitation for those who need to recover from illness or injury. Folks here can get more intensive and specialized care, including state-of-the-art in-house therapy for regaining strength and mobility, plus skilled nursing with close attention from medical professionals. Residents who need help with daily tasks like bathing, dressing, or medication can find support, and those living with Alzheimer's or dementia have secured memory care designed to keep them safe and supported, all while reducing confusion and preventing wandering. People get to enjoy worry-free independent living options with a range of activities and excursions that help everyone stay active, and there are indoor and outdoor spaces for socializing, pets nearby, transportation, and parking.

    Mesa Springs tries to respond to residents' unique wishes and needs, offering amenities typical of healthcare centers, though nothing unusual stands out about the amenities, and meals are meant to be nutritious with some focus on quality ingredients, since the facility participates in awards for best meals and dining, yet there was a noted deficiency over procuring food from approved sources. The staff aims to bring kindness, dignity, compassion, and respect, and there's an ombudsman available who can help with resident complaints. Home care services are offered for seniors who want to stay at home with companionship and help from trained aides, and a caring team of professionals is available throughout the community. The center is associated with Mesa Springs Village and affiliated with The Ensign Group, and the ownership ties back to Eastland Memorial Hospital District.

    There are 89 certified beds, with an average of 64 residents most days, and specialized care units are set up for different stages of health or recovery, but nurse turnover is high at 76.8%, quite a bit above the state average, and nurse hours per resident are a hair below the Texas average. Mesa Springs Healthcare Center has had several deficiencies listed in recent reports, with 23 total including two related to infection prevention and others involving nutrition, pharmacy services, and administration, but with no reported actual harm to residents, only potential for problems if the issues aren't fixed. The facility is run by Forrest Hill Healthcare, Inc, Burnam, Pamela McGrew, and Laban Wright over the past several years, and while the center says it's dedicated to providing quality consistent care in a comfortable and safe environment, inspection history and staff turnover rates are worth careful review for anyone considering a move or care placement.

    About Ensign Group, Inc

    Mesa Springs Healthcare Center is managed by Ensign Group, Inc.

    Founded in 1999 and headquartered in San Juan Capistrano, California, The Ensign Group operates 300+ healthcare facilities across 14 states, including skilled nursing, assisted living, rehabilitation, and home health services. Their decentralized philosophy empowers local leadership teams to provide resident-centered care tailored to specific community needs.

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