Overall Review of Highland Meadows Health & Rehab
differentiator
24 reviews mention this
Therapy support stands out
Residents and families consistently describe strong physical and occupational therapy support.
Many reviews highlight the rehab team—especially PT/OT—as a major reason families felt hopeful and saw progress. Several describe therapists creating individualized plans, addressing pain during exercises, and encouraging patients through recovery milestones. A few also mention speech therapy as part of the rehab experience. Overall, residents and families frame therapy as the core of daily care and results.
common
34 reviews mention this
Caring, responsive staff frequent
Reviews repeatedly describe staff who are kind, attentive, and communicate with families.
Across many reviews, families say nurses, aides, admissions, social work, and therapists treated them with compassion and respect. Several mention being kept updated, having questions answered, or feeling supported during stressful transitions. Cleanliness and comfort are also frequently paired with these staff interactions. At the same time, a smaller set of reviews raises concerns about missed calls and inadequate follow-through, so responsiveness seems to vary by situation and shift.
common
26 reviews mention this
Facility cleanliness is a mixed signal
Residents and families often praise cleanliness, but some report serious lapses.
Many reviews describe the building as very clean, well-maintained, and thoroughly cleaned daily. Some also mention pleasant-smelling rooms or outdoor space that families liked visiting. However, multiple negative reviews include claims of dirty rooms, bedding not being changed, and sanitation concerns. Taken together, cleanliness is a prominent topic with positive experiences dominating, but clear exceptions are reported.
common
10 reviews mention this
Food gets both praise and complaints
Dining is frequently mentioned, with reviews ranging from satisfying to disappointing.
Several residents and family members say the meals are delicious, flavorful, and provide enough variety. Others explicitly praise the kitchen or mention dietary needs being addressed. On the negative side, a few reviews describe meals as some of the worst they’ve experienced and connect food quality to dissatisfaction with overall care. Dining appears important to day-to-day experience, but results are not universally consistent.
caveat
10 reviews mention this
Call-button and staffing concerns recur
Some reviews raise concerns about staffing coverage and delayed assistance.
A set of reviews report problems with call buttons or staff not responding quickly enough, including situations involving urgent needs. Others describe inadequate assistance with basic care tasks, and a few connect these issues to unsafe outcomes. While many reviews say help was available and needs were addressed, these negative accounts focus on timing and follow-through. If you tour, families may want to pay close attention to how quickly staff answer and how consistently personal care is provided.
caveat
4 reviews mention this
Transitions and coordination vary
Communication during move-in and coordination can be inconsistent between reviews.
Some families describe a smooth admission process, with guidance through paperwork and follow-up that made transitions feel easier. Others report unanswered calls after requesting tours or coordination between hospital and the facility, leading them to choose another option. A few reviews also mention strong communication once care began, while contrasting it with earlier gaps. Overall, residents and families seem to have had better outcomes when coordination worked well, but delays show up in a minority of experiences.
How we summarize
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120 resident community capacity
Skilled Nursing Facility
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Dallas Love (25 miles away)
Community operated transportation
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
High acuity care
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Concierge services
Planned day trips
Amenities and community potential with room for improved cleanliness.
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