Overall Review of Twin Lakes Care Ctr
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14 reviews mention this
Staff are described as compassionate
Staff are consistently described as compassionate and attentive.
Many residents and family members describe the staff as compassionate, caring, and focused on patient needs. Several reviews mention friendliness and responsiveness, including staff who go above and beyond and keep visitors feeling informed. A few reviews are critical of care or bedside help, but overall positive experiences center on how staff treated people and communicated with families.
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6 reviews mention this
Facility cleanliness is a recurring strength
Residents and visitors repeatedly mention the facility stays clean.
Multiple reviews highlight that Twin Lakes is clean and well kept, with some visitors specifically calling out no unpleasant odors. Cleanliness is often paired with positive impressions of the staff and the day-to-day environment. Even in more critical reviews, the overall cleanliness concern is not a primary complaint compared with the larger care issues described.
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3 reviews mention this
Food quality draws mixed feedback
Dining receives both compliments and complaints.
Some reviewers describe the food positively, including one statement that their loved one said the food was good. Others report the food was horrible. This creates a mixed picture on meal quality, though multiple reviews still pair the dining comments with overall cleanliness and caring staff.
caveat
4 reviews mention this
Serious care failures are reported
Some reviews describe serious breakdowns in assistance and care.
A small number of reviews raise very serious concerns about care, including allegations of not helping with eating, inadequate assistance, and harm during a medical condition. Other negative comments include a nurse not helping with toileting as expected and a staff member hanging up when assistance was requested. Residents and families who were satisfied often mention attentive nurses and aids, so these complaints stand out against the larger set of positive experiences.
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Nearby Places of Interest
This part of San Augustine, Texas, offers a variety of amenities that cater to senior living. With several pharmacies in the area such as San Augustine Drug Co and Walmart Pharmacy within a short driving distance, accessing medication and healthcare services is convenient. Additionally, there are multiple dining options like The Fat Cow Cocina Mexicana and Hart Of Texas Grill for enjoyable meals. Places of worship such as Southern Baptist Convention and St Augustine Catholic Church provide opportunities for spiritual connection and community involvement. For medical care, facilities like The Heart Institute of East Texas and Primary Care - Baylor St. Luke's Medical Group are easily accessible. Parks like Pine Park Upc offer green spaces for relaxation and outdoor activities. Overall, this area offers a peaceful and welcoming environment with essential services readily available for senior residents.
Restaurants
- The Fat Cow Cocina Mexicana (0.1 miles)
- Hart Of Texas Grill (0.2 miles)
- El Potosino (0.7 miles)
- Pinto Pony Cookie Factory (0.7 miles)
- Las Palmaz Restaurant (0.9 miles)
- Taqueria Toribio (0.9 miles)
- El Jiro Mexican Restaurant (0.9 miles)
Pharmacies
- San Augustine Drug Co (0.1 miles)
- CVS Pharmacy (19.2 miles)
- Walmart Pharmacy (19.4 miles)
- Brookshire Brothers Pharmacy (19.9 miles)
Places of Worship
- Southern Baptist Convention (0.1 miles)
- Church of Christ (0.1 miles)
- Church by Christ Jesus (0.2 miles)
- St Augustine Catholic Church (0.2 miles)
- Memorial Presbyterian Church (0.2 miles)
- First Pentecostal Church of San Augustine (0.4 miles)
- Bell Chapel Baptist Church (0.4 miles)
Physicians
- The Heart Institute of East Texas (0.3 miles)
- Primary Care - Baylor St. Luke's Medical Group (Hospital St) - San Augustine, TX (0.6 miles)
- El Camino Real Internal Medicine Clinic (0.6 miles)
- East Texas Medical Clinic PA (17.4 miles)
- Texas Quick Care (18.6 miles)
- The Heart Institute of East Texas (18.6 miles)
- Golden Eye Clinic (19.1 miles)
Hospitals
- Memorial Medical Center (0.4 miles)
- Sabine County Hospital District (20 miles)
- Sabine County Hospital (20 miles)
Transportation
- U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer (0.9 miles)
- U-Haul (1.5 miles)
- U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer (1.5 miles)
- Robison Taxidermy (16 miles)
- U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer (18.6 miles)
- U-Haul (18.8 miles)
- Enterprise Rent-A-Car (19.3 miles)
Parks
- Pine Park Upc (16.5 miles)
- Shelby County Courthouse Square (18.7 miles)
- Center Mini Park (19.6 miles)
Cafes
- Angela's Country Cafe (19 miles)
- Donut Palace (19.8 miles)
- Sabean's Coffee & Creamery (20.2 miles)
Skilled Nursing Facility
Extensive on-site amenities and robust care services with transport and mental wellness support.
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