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Ebony Lake Nursing And Rehabilitation Center in Brownsville, TX

Ebony Lake Nursing And Rehabilitation Center is a nursing home community in Brownsville, TX.

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Ebony Lake Nursing And Rehabilitation Center in Brownsville, TX

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  • Interior

    A cozy hospital room featuring two patient beds, designed for comfort and care.

  • Building

    Hotel entrance with palm trees and a sunny sky.

  • Architecture

    A welcoming entrance to a building surrounded by palm trees under a clear blue sky.

  • Bedroom

    A hospital room with two beds, red blankets, and a television.

  • Trees

    A well-maintained garden with lush grass and trees in a residential setting.

  • Landscaping

    A covered walkway leading to the entrance of a building, flanked by brick columns and landscaping.

  • Bathroom

    A clean and organized bathroom sink area featuring a mirror, clock, and neatly arranged towels.

  • Exercise Equipment

    A well-equipped physical therapy clinic featuring exercise equipment and a spacious rehabilitation area.

  • Plant

    A cozy office space with a desk, ergonomic chair, and decorative elements.

  • Gym

    A physical therapy room equipped with exercise machines and a treatment bed on a wooden floor.

  • Salon

    A view of a hair salon setup featuring a styling chair, wooden cabinetry, and various cosmetic products.

1001 Central Boulevard, Brownsville, TX 78520

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.6 from 112 reviews
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Overall Review of Ebony Lake Nursing And Rehabilitation Center

common 2 reviews mention this

Care staff receives standout praise

Residents and families repeatedly describe staff as compassionate, patient, and attentive.

Across multiple reviews, families describe nurses, CNAs, and kitchen staff as kind and respectful, and say their loved ones felt safe and cared for. Several reviewers also mention administrators and therapy staff as responsive to questions and concerns. A few reviews contrast that with experiences of unresponsiveness or neglect, but the more common thread is hands-on support that helps families feel heard.

differentiator 3 reviews mention this

Rehab therapy helped regain function

Multiple reviews credit therapy with improving mobility and recovery.

Several residents or families describe physical and wound-related support as a key part of the rehab experience. One reviewer specifically ties therapy to walking again after a long period without walking. Others mention therapy groups and wound care nurses checking progress, reinforcing that daily rehab activities are a meaningful part of the stay.

caveat 2 reviews mention this

Medication and call-button failures

Some families describe serious lapses with medication and delayed responses.

A few critical reviews report problems such as incorrect medication administration and sores developing during recovery. Another family describes pressing the emergency button and waiting for help longer than expected. These reviews also mention a sense of being understaffed, which they connect to missed needs.

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Cleanliness is mixed

Reviews are split on how clean and well-kept the facility feels.

Some reviewers praise the facility for being clean and well kept, including comments about the environment smelling pleasant. Other reviews are strongly negative, saying the rooms are dirty, there are unpleasant odors, and basic supplies like toilet paper are not consistently provided. Together, the reviews suggest cleanliness is an area where experiences can vary widely.

common 2 reviews mention this

Restaurant-style dining is available

The community offers restaurant-style dining with medically tailored meal options.

Dining shows up in reviews through mentions of balanced meals and food that tastes good to families. The community also offers restaurant-style dining, and it provides diabetes and special dietary restrictions support as part of care. Some meals are praised directly, while other reviews focus more on nursing and rehab than food details.

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Nearby medical and everyday stops

There are nearby physician offices and common errands close by.

For families visiting, the area includes nearby physician options such as Rio Valley Dermatology and Valley Day & Night Clinic. There are also familiar everyday stops, including Whataburger and Starbucks, within a short drive. The listing location appears to support both routine visits and easier access to appointments.

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Features

Housing

  • 107 resident community capacity 107 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Brownsville S.Padre Island International (5 miles away) Brownsville S.Padre Island International (5 miles away)
  • Valley International (23 miles away) Valley International (23 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Brownsville, Texas offers a convenient location with various amenities and services nearby. With several physicians, pharmacies, and hospitals within a short distance, residents can easily access healthcare facilities. Additionally, there are a variety of dining options such as Lola's Bake Shop and Taqueria Ultimo Taco for enjoying meals out. For leisure activities, there are parks like Zoo Playground and Parque Olimpico as well as cafes like Fina's Coffee Shop and Starbucks for socializing with friends. Transportation options include the La Plaza at Brownsville Multimodal Terminal for easy access to public transit. Overall, this area provides a range of services and activities that cater to senior living needs.

Physicians

  • Rio Valley Dermatology (0.1 miles)
  • Valley Day & Night Clinic (1.3 miles)
  • Texas Oncology-Brownsville (1.9 miles)
  • Garza Morales Arturo Dr (2.4 miles)
  • Martinez Martinez Manuel Angel Dr (2.4 miles)
  • Martinez Ramirez Maribel Dra. (2.4 miles)
  • Arizoca Treviño Perla Rocio Dra (2.5 miles)

Restaurants

  • Lola's Bake Shop (0.8 miles)
  • Vermillion Restaurant (1.5 miles)
  • Taqueria Ultimo Taco (1.5 miles)
  • Whataburger (1.8 miles)
  • Cobbleheads (1.8 miles)
  • McDonald's (2 miles)
  • Taco Bell (2 miles)

Parks

  • Zoo Playground (1.2 miles)
  • Parque Olimpico (2.5 miles)

Cafes

  • 7th and Park (1.4 miles)
  • El Hueso De Fraile (1.4 miles)
  • Fina's Coffee Shop (2.3 miles)
  • Starbucks (2.4 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.1 miles)

Transportation

  • La Plaza at Brownsville Multimodal Terminal (1.8 miles)
  • Hunt Pan AM Aviation (5.1 miles)
  • Brownsville/South Padre Island International Airport (BRO) (5.1 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Farmacia Express (2.1 miles)
  • Centro Naturista del Norte (2.5 miles)
  • Farmacias de Similares (2.6 miles)
  • Farmacia Regis Centro (2.6 miles)
  • Farmacias Guadalajara (2.6 miles)
  • Farmacia Santa Fe (2.7 miles)
  • Farmacia Aristos del Golfo (2.7 miles)

Hospitals

  • Centro de Especialidades Medico Quirurgicas (2.7 miles)
  • Cemq (2.9 miles)
  • Hospital San Charbel (4.1 miles)

Theaters

  • Cinemex (4.4 miles)

Places of Worship

  • PDV (7.3 miles)

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