Hermann Hospital is a nursing home community in Houston, TX.
Information last verified:
6411 Fannin, Houston, TX 77030
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
2.6 from 120 reviews
5 stars
39
4 stars
8
3 stars
2
2 stars
11
1 stars
60
Overall Review of Hermann Hospital
common13 reviews mention this
Compassionate help stands out
Residents and visitors repeatedly describe kind, patient staff who help them navigate and feel heard.
A recurring bright spot is the way specific staff members take extra time—helping visitors find their way, answering questions, providing chargers or water, and explaining care in a reassuring way. Several reviews single out compassionate bedside attention in units like antepartum, ICU, and post-surgery recovery, with praise for calm communication during procedures and recovery. While there are also negative stories, the positive comments focus on responsiveness and patience from individuals on the care team.
caveat12 reviews mention this
Wait times and long stays
Many reviewers report extended waits before rooms, doctors, or next steps happen.
Several reviews describe spending hours in the ER before being seen, and long waits even after arriving for care. Some people also mention not meeting a duty doctor promptly, being kept in triage or shared rooms, or having to wait for discharge logistics. A few reviews also frame the overall experience as taking all day regardless of when care starts.
caveat14 reviews mention this
Communication and coordination concerns
Residents and families often describe missed, delayed, or unclear communication during care.
Communication problems show up in multiple reviews, including difficulty getting updates, unanswered call lights, and inconsistent answers about who would be involved next. Some reviewers describe care plans changing late, discharge happening before they felt the patient was ready, or requests not being addressed after repeated attempts. Others contrast better moments (some caring individuals) with broader coordination failures that left families frustrated and worried.
caveat6 reviews mention this
Cleanliness and facility upkeep
Multiple reviews mention cleanliness issues and concerns about how updated the facility feels.
Some reviewers report dirty rooms, unpleasant odors, or housekeeping falling short during their stay or visit. Others mention the facility feeling in need of renovation or describing equipment and conditions that made comfort difficult. A few notes also tie conditions to hygiene concerns, while separate reviews still praise that the staff was trying—just with the facility experience falling behind expectations.
caveat5 reviews mention this
Billing transparency frustrations
Several reviewers report billing or payment-process problems, including delayed or confusing statements.
A recurring negative theme is trouble getting clear billing information, including waiting a long time for statements after requests. Some reviews also describe unexpected charges or difficulty resolving payment and record issues. These complaints are separate from clinical care experiences, but they show up often enough to be a consistent frustration for families.
How we summarize
Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes become a section.
Features
Housing
9 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Skilled Nursing Facility
Amenities
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
William P X (8 miles away)
George Bush Intercontinental (19 miles away)
Care Services
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
Special dietary restrictions
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Transportation
Memorial Hermann/Hstn Zoo Station (0.1 miles)
Metrorail - Smith Lands Station (1.2 miles)
Metro Bus Stop 663 (3.6 miles)
Hospitals
Ben Taub Hospital (0.2 miles)
Methodist Outpatient Center (0.2 miles)
Houston Methodist Hospital - Walter Tower (0.3 miles)
Houston Methodist Hospital - Smith Tower (0.3 miles)
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9 resident community capacity
Skilled Nursing Facility
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
William P X (8 miles away)
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
Special dietary restrictions
24/7 supervision with daily living assistance, medication management, and restaurant-style dining in a fully furnished setting with outdoor spaces.
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