Buena Vida Nursing And Rehab - Odessa

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Buena Vida Nursing And Rehab - Odessa

Buena Vida Nursing And Rehab - Odessa is a nursing home community in Odessa, TX.

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3800 Englewood Lane, Odessa, TX 79762

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

4 from 77 reviews
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Overall Review of Buena Vida Nursing And Rehab - Odessa

common 45 reviews mention this

Caring, responsive staff are a mix

Residents and families describe both genuinely supportive caregivers and serious lapses in how care is handled.

Many reviews describe staff who are caring, attentive, and responsive to day-to-day needs, with some families highlighting professionalism from nurses and the broader health team. Several reviewers also praise cleanliness and a welcoming feel alongside that support. At the same time, other reviews point to breakdowns like rude interactions, missed needs, and communication problems between shifts, which creates a polarized experience in the feedback.

common 9 reviews mention this

Clean spaces come up repeatedly

Cleanliness is frequently mentioned, though a few residents and families report unpleasant odors and hygiene issues.

A number of reviews say the facility is clean and well kept, with rooms and shared spaces described as maintained. Some also connect that cleanliness with the remodel and renovations, describing a fresher look. Several negative reviews counter that with reports of bad smells and hygiene problems, including concerns raised about bathrooms and overall sanitation.

common 8 reviews mention this

Food quality is praised and criticized

Dining is a noticeable part of the reviews, with both positive reactions to taste and negative accounts about meals and diets.

Positive feedback highlights tasty, appealing meals and a generally good dining experience, including one review calling the food “fabulous.” Others mention nutrition and meal appeal in the context of short or long stays and rehab. Negative reviews, however, describe missed meals, poor food quality, and concerns about whether prescribed diets are followed, including diabetic and renal-related restrictions.

differentiator 4 reviews mention this

Therapy and rehab support

Therapy is a key strength in the feedback, including the rehab gym and getting stronger during rehab stays.

Some reviews specifically point to therapy helping recovery, and others describe a rehab experience where they regained strength. Residents and families also mention rehabilitation alongside the facility’s overall activity offerings. One reviewer highlights the rehab gym as spacious and well equipped, reinforcing that therapy is a visible part of how the community supports care plans.

caveat 9 reviews mention this

Care lapses and communication issues

Several reviews raise serious concerns about communication, shift handoffs, and basic safety.

A recurring concern in the negative feedback involves breakdowns in safety and follow-through, such as call light problems, medication passing issues, and orders not being carried out consistently. Other reviewers describe incidents like injuries, dehydration concerns, and being sent out for emergency care after problems during the stay. There are also complaints about meal delivery and hygiene needs not being met, which some reviewers say contributed to worsening health outcomes.

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

  • 117 resident community capacity 117 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

  • Midland International (9 miles away) Midland International (9 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

  • Wokcano (0 miles)
  • Jack In The Box (0.1 miles)
  • Taco Bell (0.2 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (0.2 miles)
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill (0.2 miles)
  • Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers (0.2 miles)
  • Taco Villa (0.3 miles)

Physicians

  • Odessa Surgical Associates (0.2 miles)
  • First Physicians: Wendover Family Medicine (0.3 miles)
  • Vision Source Odessa (0.4 miles)
  • Permian Prompt Care (0.5 miles)
  • Stanton Optical (0.9 miles)
  • Procare Pediatrics (0.9 miles)
  • Life Barnard, MD (0.9 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (0.4 miles)
  • Starbucks (0.9 miles)
  • The Human Bean (1.7 miles)
  • HTeaO (2.9 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (0.4 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (0.4 miles)
  • University Health Mart Pharmacy (1.6 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.4 miles)

Parks

  • Memorial Gardens Park (0.6 miles)
  • Casa Bella Park (1.6 miles)
  • UTPB Park (1.6 miles)

Theaters

  • Century 12 Odessa (1.3 miles)

Hospitals

  • Excel ER (1.9 miles)
  • Continuecare Hospital At Medical Center Odessa (3.4 miles)

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