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Whisperwood Nursing and Rehab in Lubbock, TX

Whisperwood Nursing and Rehab is a nursing home community in Lubbock, TX.

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Whisperwood Nursing and Rehab in Lubbock, TX

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Whisperwood Nursing and Rehab

5502 4th St, Lubbock, TX 79416

To contact a resident: (806) 793-1111

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

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Overall Review of Whisperwood Nursing and Rehab

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Staff kindness and responsiveness

Many residents’ families describe the staff as caring, attentive, and respectful.

Across many reviews, families and visitors say the staff treats residents with dignity and takes time to respond to concerns. Several people mention frequent communication with families and an approach that makes visits feel easier. A number of reviews also highlight kindness across different departments, not just nursing. A smaller set of reviews say communication can be difficult, but overall the dominant message is that staff members try to help residents and families day to day.

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Cleanliness and facility condition

Reviews are mixed on cleanliness and odors, with some praising upkeep and others reporting smells.

Some reviewers say the facility is clean, well maintained, and even improved through remodeling. Visitors also describe a clean, welcoming feel at the times they toured or visited. Other reviews report unpleasant odors and note concerns with how areas look and feel, including comments about rooms and hallways. Taken together, it sounds like cleanliness is a standout for some families, but not a consistent experience for everyone.

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Care quality concerns and staffing

Several reviews raise concerns about understaffing and missed care needs.

Multiple reviews describe care falling short due to staffing shortages, including long response times and residents not being checked on as needed. Some families report issues like hygiene needs not being met, call lights going unanswered, and problems with medications or basic supervision. There are also mentions of safety concerns such as falls and residents left in distress. While many reviews praise care, these negative accounts are specific enough that staffing and day-to-day follow-through stand out as a recurring concern.

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Memory care limits and engagement

Reviews specific to memory care describe restrictive environments and limited engagement.

Several reviews mention the memory care setting as having restrictive access to outdoors and limited activity options. Some families connect these limits to inadequate staffing and reduced attention over time. Others describe locked units for dementia/Alzheimer’s residents and portray the environment as depressing or not stimulating. These accounts suggest that, for families seeking memory care, the environment and level of engagement may be a key deciding factor.

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Therapy and rehabilitation support

Many families describe therapy teams that work to support recovery and daily functioning.

A number of reviews mention rehabilitation and therapy as an important part of the experience, with people praising staff in therapy and related departments. Some reviewers say therapy helped residents regain abilities and supported smoother transitions. Others note on-site therapy offerings when deciding where to place a loved one, including in responses that emphasize skilled nursing and rehab. While reviews vary overall, therapy is one of the more consistently positive care themes described.

How we summarize

We summarize when many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes are displayed.

Features

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Transportation

  • Lubbock International (8 miles away) Lubbock International (8 miles away)

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Lubbock, Texas offers a convenient and accessible location with a variety of amenities nearby. There are several fast food restaurants such as Whataburger, Chick-Fil-A, and Taco Bell within walking distance, as well as a few sit-down options like George's Restaurant. The Alamo Drafthouse Theater is also close by for entertainment. In terms of healthcare, there are multiple pharmacies and physicians' offices in the vicinity, including Covenant Medical Group-West Clinic and Cardiologists of Lubbock. Hospitals like Lubbock Heart Hospital and Umc Health System are a short drive away for any medical needs. Additionally, there are places of worship like Catholic Diocese of Lubbock and Fresh Fire Fellowship for spiritual support. Overall, this area provides a convenient and comfortable environment for senior living with easy access to essential services.

Restaurants

  • Whataburger (0.1 miles)
  • Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers (0.2 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (0.3 miles)
  • Taco Villa (0.3 miles)
  • George's Restaurant (0.3 miles)
  • Taco Bell (0.4 miles)
  • Sonic Drive-In (0.4 miles)

Theaters

  • Alamo Drafthouse Lubbock (0.4 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (0.5 miles)
  • United Supermarkets Pharmacy (0.6 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.1 miles)
  • United Supermarkets Pharmacy (1.4 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.8 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.2 miles)
  • Southwest Pharmacy (2.2 miles)

Physicians

  • Covenant Medical Group-West Clinic (0.5 miles)
  • John P Thomas MD (0.8 miles)
  • Allergy & Asthma Associates (1 miles)
  • Cardiologists of Lubbock (1.2 miles)
  • Advanced Urology Associates (1.3 miles)
  • Orthopaedic Hand & Surgery Center (1.4 miles)
  • NorthStar Medical Center (1.4 miles)

Hospitals

  • Fresenius Medical Care (1.1 miles)
  • Lubbock Heart Hospital (1.2 miles)
  • Covenant Pediatric Occupational Therapy (2.2 miles)
  • Umc Health System (2.3 miles)
  • Covenant Women's and Children's (2.3 miles)
  • Covenant Behavioral Health Service (2.3 miles)
  • Covenant Specialty Hospital (2.3 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Catholic Diocese of Lubbock (1.2 miles)
  • Fresh Fire Fellowship (2.3 miles)
  • Highland Baptist Church (2.6 miles)

Cafes

  • Dutch Bros Coffee (1.4 miles)
  • Panera Bread (2 miles)
  • Starbucks (2.1 miles)

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