Cedar Lake Nursing Home in Malakoff, TX

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Cedar Lake Nursing Home in Malakoff, TX

Cedar Lake Nursing Home is a nursing home community in Malakoff, TX.

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1611 West Royall Boulevard, Malakoff, TX 75148

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

3.9 from 31 reviews
5 stars
21
4 stars
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3 stars
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2 stars
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1 stars
6

Overall Review of Cedar Lake Nursing Home

common 18 reviews mention this

Care feels personal and responsive

Residents and families describe staff as genuinely caring and quick to help.

Many reviews emphasize kind, attentive staff members who respond to needs and keep families informed. Several residents’ families also mention helpful caregivers and social workers, along with a warm day-to-day feel. A few reviews are more mixed, pointing to problems with management conduct or specific care incidents, but they also single out some nurses and aides as professional.

common 15 reviews mention this

Cleanliness and no-odor reports

Multiple reviews highlight a clean building without the usual nursing-home smell.

Cleanliness is a recurring point, with reviewers describing a fresh, well-kept environment and no strong “nursing home” odor. Families also mention cleanliness in bedrooms and common areas, and one review notes residents being well-groomed. Even reviews that criticize other parts of the stay generally acknowledge the facility is cleaner than expected.

common 7 reviews mention this

Food quality and dining setup

Food stands out in reviews, including praise for hot meals and menu variety.

Several reviews describe the food as good, sometimes comparing it favorably to other nursing homes and noting hot meals served in rooms. Others also mention specific dining touches like soup and salad bars and a food menu that residents like. One review is strongly negative about food quality and another raises a medication-timing concern alongside service problems.

common 6 reviews mention this

Activities and outings keep busy

Reviews describe frequent activities, including games and planned outings.

Residents and families talk about ongoing activities such as games, bingo, and movies, along with opportunities to go shopping or attend excursions. One review says the resident participated in activities and “blossomed,” while another notes that outings may depend on abilities during certain periods. A single mixed review focuses more on dementia-related security and does not emphasize activities as a strength.

caveat 2 reviews mention this

Billing and paperwork need vigilance

Some families report concerns with billing, Medicaid discussions, and paperwork timing.

A couple of reviews raise issues around billing questions and the way Medicaid support was handled. One reviewer felt pressured in conversations about Medicaid and described aggressive behavior when discussing billing concerns. Another reviewer said promised help with Medicaid paperwork did not happen on time, leading to an unexpected bill and a recommendation to stay on top of paperwork.

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Security monitoring and medication concerns

There are serious complaints about medication timing, medication accuracy, and security monitoring.

Some reviews point to medication problems, including a long wait for medications and a separate concern about the wrong medication being given. Another review describes a security-related incident involving a resident leaving, with criticism that staff did not notice alarms and that management did not take responsibility. While other reviews describe timely medication protocols, these negative accounts stand out as major concerns.

How we summarize

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Features

Housing

  • 70 resident community capacity 70 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

  • 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

The Malakoff, Texas area offers a variety of amenities and services that cater to the needs of seniors. With multiple places of worship such as Starwars Baptist Church and Mary Queen of Heaven Catholic Church nearby, residents can find spiritual fulfillment within the community. In terms of dining options, Ochoa's Mexican Restaurant and Crunchy Arepas & Empanadas provide delicious meals in close proximity. Pharmacies like Malakoff Pharmacy and Brookshire Food & Pharmacy offer convenient access to medications and healthcare supplies. For recreation, parks such as Kiwanis Park and Christmas Park Land of Lights provide opportunities for outdoor activities and socializing. Additionally, cafes like Railway Cafe and And More Coffee offer cozy spots to relax and enjoy a cup of coffee. With medical facilities like East Texas Medical Center First Physicians Clinic and Athens Hematology-Oncology in the vicinity, seniors can rest assured knowing that quality healthcare is easily accessible in the area. Transport options are also available with U-Haul locations for any moving or storage needs when transitioning to this welcoming community.

Places of Worship

  • Starwars Baptist Church (0.3 miles)
  • Mary Queen of Heaven Catholic Church (1.4 miles)
  • First Baptist Church of Trinidad (3.5 miles)
  • Calvary Baptist Church (3.5 miles)
  • Dogwood Baptist Church (8.2 miles)
  • Touch The Heart Ministries (8.8 miles)
  • Southern Baptist Convention (9.2 miles)

Restaurants

  • Ochoa's Mexican Restaurant (1 miles)
  • Whataburger (1.4 miles)
  • Crunchy Arepas & Empanadas (3.9 miles)
  • D's Cafe (9.4 miles)
  • TSK the Soul Kitchen (10 miles)
  • Ochoa's Mexican Restaurant (10 miles)
  • China Town (10.2 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Malakoff Pharmacy (1.2 miles)
  • Brookshire Food & Pharmacy (1.2 miles)
  • Malakoff Prescription Shop (1.2 miles)
  • Gibson Pharmacy (10 miles)
  • Gibson Pharmacy (10.9 miles)
  • Anderson's Family Drug Center (11 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (11.5 miles)

Transportation

  • U-Haul (3.2 miles)
  • Enterprise Rent-A-Car (10.8 miles)
  • U-Haul Moving & Storage (11.1 miles)
  • Alamo (11.4 miles)
  • Enterprise Rent-A-Car (11.4 miles)

Parks

  • Etabs Inc. (9.9 miles)
  • Christmas Park Land of Lights (10.4 miles)
  • Kiwanis Park (10.8 miles)
  • Cain Center Park and Pond (11.3 miles)
  • Mabank Pavilion (11.3 miles)

Cafes

  • And More Coffee (10.1 miles)
  • Flamingo Hawaiian Barbecue & Coffee (10.2 miles)
  • Top Fuel Vapors (11 miles)
  • Railway Cafe (11.1 miles)

Physicians

  • East Texas Medical Center First Physicians Clinic (10.9 miles)
  • Heaton Eye Associates (11 miles)
  • Renal Care Group (11.1 miles)
  • Tri-County Anesthesia Associates (11.1 miles)
  • Athens Surgical Associates (11.1 miles)
  • Eastern Texas Pathology Labs (11.1 miles)
  • Athens Hematology-Oncology (11.1 miles)

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