Killeen Nursing & Rehabilitation in Killeen, TX

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  • Interior

    A modern interior space featuring a grand piano, wooden flooring, and contemporary artwork.

  • Outdoors

    Killeen Nursing & Rehabilitation center signage at 1000 Thayer Drive.

  • Decor

    A spacious and elegantly designed modern living room with stylish furnishings and decor.

  • Living Room

    A modern living room with a cozy atmosphere, featuring a fireplace, built-in shelves, and stylish furniture.

  • Building

    A well-maintained outdoor pavilion surrounded by a lush green lawn under a clear blue sky.

  • Bedroom

    A cozy bedroom with a large window, bed, armchair, and wall-mounted TV.

  • Windows

    A spacious dining hall with multiple tables and chairs, illuminated by chandeliers and natural light from large windows.

  • Natural Light

    A modern and minimalist living room with neutral tones, showcasing comfortable seating, a central table, and natural light.

  • Exercise Equipment

    A well-lit gym with exercise machines and a television on the wall.

Killeen Nursing & Rehabilitation in Killeen, TX

Killeen Nursing & Rehabilitation is a nursing home community in Killeen, TX.

Information last verified:

5000 Thayer Drive, Killeen, TX 76549

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

4.1 from 100 reviews
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Overall Review of Killeen Nursing & Rehabilitation

common 4 reviews mention this

Food quality is mixed

Food gets both strong praise and specific complaints in reviews.

Several reviewers say the food is a highlight, including comments about “great food” and food that visitors noticed alongside good care. Other residents report food problems, such as food being cold or not matching prior home preferences, and one reviewer specifically calls out portions and texture. Dining is also described in the amenities as restaurant-style, along with support for special dietary needs.

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Facility cleanliness worries some families

Some reviews raise serious concerns about cleanliness and pests.

A few reviews describe unsanitary conditions, including roaches and general uncleanliness. One reviewer also describes dirty restroom conditions and issues with how cleaning tools were used. At the same time, many other reviewers describe the building as clean and well kept, which suggests cleanliness experiences may vary by visit or timeframe.

common 24 reviews mention this

Staff responsiveness is a common theme

Many residents and families describe staff as attentive and easy to reach.

Across reviews, families frequently mention caring, friendly staff who answer questions and follow up when concerns come up. Several reviewers also highlight communication with named staff members during admission and day-to-day needs, including help with paperwork and getting information quickly. Even reviewers who are critical often point to at least a few staff members as better than the overall experience, reinforcing that communication and attentiveness can differ across roles.

common 6 reviews mention this

Rehab and therapy results vary

Rehabilitation progress is not consistent across reviews.

Some reviews praise the rehab program, including getting back on their feet and describing the therapy team positively. Others describe delays or limited therapy time, with loved ones kept in bed for long periods. One reviewer also contrasts expectations for physical therapy after surgery with what they felt happened during the stay. The community also lists skilled nursing services, which aligns with why therapy and nursing care often come up together in reviews.

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

  • 120 resident community capacity 120 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

  • Robert Gray AAF (2 miles away) Robert Gray AAF (2 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

Restaurants

  • Sonic Drive-In (0.4 miles)
  • Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers (0.8 miles)
  • McDonald's (0.9 miles)
  • Jimmy's Egg (1 miles)
  • Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen (2.8 miles)
  • Las Tapatias (2.9 miles)
  • McDonald's (2.9 miles)

Physicians

  • Central Texas Surgicare (0.8 miles)
  • Clear Creek Oral (1.5 miles)
  • Dale Wilford Lane, DPM (1.5 miles)
  • Metroplex Center For Wound Care And Hyperbaric Medicine (1.5 miles)
  • Epiphany Dermatology (1.5 miles)
  • Family & Children's Clinic (1.5 miles)
  • Metroplex Clinic Physicians (1.5 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (1.2 miles)
  • Clear Creek Pharmacy (2.6 miles)
  • Medical Arts Pharmacy (5.7 miles)
  • Walgreens (6.1 miles)
  • Scott & White Pharmacy (6.2 miles)
  • Walgreens (8.2 miles)

Cafes

  • Dutch Bros Coffee (2.6 miles)
  • Starbucks (2.9 miles)
  • The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf (3.1 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.2 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.7 miles)
  • Starbucks (8.2 miles)
  • Black Rifle Coffee Company (8.2 miles)

Places of Worship

  • EPIC Church (3 miles)
  • Memorial Baptist Church (3.9 miles)
  • First Baptist Church of Killeen (4.9 miles)
  • Anderson Chapel AME Church (5.9 miles)
  • Five Hills Assembly of God (6.1 miles)
  • St Joseph's Catholic Church (6.4 miles)
  • First Baptist Church of Copperas Cove (6.5 miles)

Transportation

  • U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer (3.9 miles)

Parks

  • Playground (4.1 miles)
  • Long Branch Park (7.5 miles)

Theaters

  • Cinergy Copperas Cove (4.4 miles)
  • Regal Killeen (5.5 miles)

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