Overall Review of Frank M Tejeda Texas State Veterans Home
differentiator2 reviews mention this
Check-in feels secure
Face-based check-in is described as working reliably and adds a sense of safety.
Residents and visitors mention a face-recognition check-in that they say is always working. One visitor also says the system keeps the visitor’s faces on file, which they interpret as supporting safety.
common18 reviews mention this
Cleanliness is repeatedly praised
A spotless, well-kept environment is one of the most consistent observations in the reviews.
Multiple reviewers describe the facility as spotless, very clean, and well organized, often adding that it does not smell. Several comments also mention residents being able to spend time outside in cared-for outdoor areas, alongside the overall cleanliness indoors.
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Staff care and bedside manner stand out
Residents and families describe staff as friendly, attentive, and reassuring in daily care.
Across reviews, families say staff are helpful, courteous, and show good bedside manner, with many describing communication and responsiveness as a strength. Some reviewers also describe nursing staff knowing their loved one, walking them to where they needed to go, and treating residents with respect and compassion.
caveat5 reviews mention this
Food quality gets mixed feedback
Food receives both positive notes and clear complaints about inconsistency or appearance.
Some reviewers report that meals are good or “almost home cooked,” and others mention snacks being provided. However, at least a few reviews say the food is the downside, including comments about meals not looking right or being hard to tell what it is.
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Activities help keep residents engaged
Residents are described as having ongoing activities and opportunities to socialize.
Reviews mention frequent activities, entertainment, and day-to-day programming, including outings and resident-focused events. Some families specifically describe their loved ones being entertained and staying socially connected through shared dining and group activities.
caveat7 reviews mention this
Staffing and coordination concerns recur
Some reviewers describe problems with staffing levels and care coordination.
Several critical reviews mention short staffing or low staff-to-resident support, making it difficult to get help when problems arise. Others describe breakdowns in transportation to appointments, communication delays, and concerns about what happens when a resident becomes ill or needs urgent support.
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Features
Housing
160 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Skilled Nursing Facility
Amenities
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Care Services
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
High acuity care
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Fitness programs
Planned day trips
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Hospitals
Wilson Memorial Home Health Services (0.2 miles)
Connally Memorial Medical Center (2.6 miles)
Alaquinez, Jacklyn O.D. (2.7 miles)
Places of Worship
First Lutheran Church (0.7 miles)
First Baptist Church (0.8 miles)
St Vincent De Paul Society (1.1 miles)
Southern Baptist Convention (1.2 miles)
Wilson County Seventh Day Adventist (1.2 miles)
Glory of Faith Church (5.5 miles)
St Johns Lutheran Church (5.6 miles)
Restaurants
Kickin Asian Grill & Noodles (0.7 miles)
Old Fashion Donuts (0.7 miles)
Oliva's Mexican Restaurant (0.8 miles)
Fluff's White House Cafe (0.8 miles)
Sonic Drive-In (0.9 miles)
Whataburger (1.1 miles)
Taqueria Veliz (1.2 miles)
Physicians
Elmer, Edward Elmer Orthopaedics (0.7 miles)
Floresville Family Health Center (1.9 miles)
Atascosa Health Center (2.1 miles)
Conviva Care Center Floresville (2.5 miles)
Allied Institute of Medicine (2.5 miles)
Nayak, Devraj Connally Memorial Medical Center Cardiology (2.7 miles)
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