Focused Care At Westwood in Houston, TX

Focused Care At Westwood is a nursing home community in Houston, TX.

Information last verified: April 24, 2026

8702 Course Drive, Houston, TX 77099

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

4.5 from 59 reviews

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Overall Review of Focused Care At Westwood

common 41 reviews mention this

Staff feel caring and responsive

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

Many reviewers say the staff treat residents with dignity and kindness, including specific mentions of professionalism, patience, and taking extra time to help. Cleanliness and a well-run feel also come up often, with residents and visitors commenting on a facility that looks well kept and welcoming. Several people also describe prompt follow-through when issues arise, crediting nursing, therapy, and administration for getting concerns addressed.

common 7 reviews mention this

Activities keep residents engaged

Activities led by Carla are a frequent highlight, including group favorites like Bingo and birthdays.

Reviewers consistently mention an activity director named Carla running organized activities and outings, especially for residents who can participate. Bingo shows up as a recurring favorite, along with monthly birthday celebrations and resident engagement that helps people leave their rooms. A few families also describe Carla involving them directly and coordinating special moments for residents.

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Skilled nursing and therapy support

Residents in rehab-focused stays describe meaningful nursing and therapy support.

Multiple reviews reference skilled nursing and rehabilitation, including staying for therapy and seeing noticeable progress. One reviewer credits therapy staff and nursing for helping a wound heal, and another describes improvement over months with prompt action when issues come up. Reviews also include comments about nurses being helpful and caregivers meeting needs, including help with daily care and monitoring.

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Care timing can be inconsistent

Some reviews describe missed or delayed care outside the start of the day.

A few reviewers raise concerns about routine checks and care timing later in the day, saying monitoring drops off by afternoon. Others describe delayed diaper changes during late-night hours until shift change, and one review alleges a wound was neglected on arrival for about a week. These comments point to inconsistency in follow-through for certain day-to-day needs.

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Features

Housing

125 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

William P X (17 miles away)
George Bush Intercontinental (25 miles away)
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
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

Restaurants

McDonald's (0.5 miles)
Kim Son (1.6 miles)
McDonald's (2.1 miles)
Aga's Restaurant and Catering (2.2 miles)
Kelley's Country Cookin (2.6 miles)
In-N-Out Burger (3.1 miles)
Hadramout Restaurant M (3.2 miles)

Pharmacies

CVS Pharmacy (0.6 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.8 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.5 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.5 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (3.3 miles)
Walgreens (3.4 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (3.5 miles)

Cafes

85C Bakery Cafe (1.8 miles)
Panera Bread (3.9 miles)
Nara Cafe (4.3 miles)
Starbucks (4.6 miles)
Starbucks (4.6 miles)
Starbucks (4.8 miles)
Cafe Layal (5.4 miles)

Theaters

2430 Amc Bar Fountains (3 miles)
Regal Edwards West Oaks Mall (6.3 miles)
Cinemark (7 miles)

Physicians

Texas Children's Pediatrics Westchase (3.7 miles)
Hillcroft Medical Clinic Association (6.7 miles)
Kelsey-Seybold Clinic | Fort Bend Medical and Diagnostic Center (6.8 miles)

Places of Worship

Shirdi Sai Jalaram Mandir (4.2 miles)
Masjid As- Sabireen (4.4 miles)
Sugar Land First United Methodist Church (4.9 miles)
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (5.9 miles)
St John Vianney Catholic Church (6.8 miles)

Parks

Sugar Lakes Park (5.9 miles)
Lost Creek Park (6.1 miles)
Oyster Creek Park (6.7 miles)

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