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The Homestead Of Sherman

The Homestead Of Sherman is a nursing home community in Sherman, TX.

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1000 Sara Swammy Drive, Sherman, TX 75090

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3.7 from 81 reviews
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4 stars
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Overall Review of The Homestead Of Sherman

common 28 reviews mention this

Staff kindness shows through

Residents and families repeatedly describe staff as caring, friendly, and helpful.

Many reviewers say staff are kind and engaged, with warm day-to-day interactions in the lobby, hallways, and resident care. Several people also describe specific help—like easing concerns, working with residents who can be difficult, and resolving issues quickly. A few reviews contrast this with understaffing and communication problems, but positive interactions are a consistent thread across experiences.

common 6 reviews mention this

Clean, updated spaces

Multiple reviews mention the building is clean and has been updated.

A number of visitors and families describe a clean facility and comfortable common areas. Some specifically reference recent updates or renovations when describing what they saw. One review also points out that cleanliness was weaker in resident rooms for a short stretch, so the cleanliness praise is not unanimous.

caveat 6 reviews mention this

Staffing and response can slip

Several reviews raise concerns about staffing coverage and delayed help during evenings or emergencies.

Some reviewers report that coverage becomes thin after hours or on weekends, which affected care and communication when help was needed. Others describe problems with getting medications or responding to alerts, including an emergency call light situation. Even where people praise certain individuals, these accounts point to inconsistency in how fast residents are supported.

caveat 4 reviews mention this

Food quality is mixed

Dining gets both praise and complaints from different reviewers.

Some families say the food is very good, and others highlight dining as part of meeting resident needs. Other reviewers strongly criticize food quality, describing it as horrible and tying that complaint to broader concerns about the facility. While the community offers restaurant-style dining and has dietary support listed, reviews are not consistently positive about meals day to day.

  • A cozy community lounge with seating and dining areas, adorned with ceiling fans and warm lighting.
  • A cozy dining area with neatly arranged tables and chairs, set for a meal.
caveat 7 reviews mention this

Family communication varies

Multiple reviewers say communication with families needs improvement.

Several reviews describe problems getting timely responses—such as calls not returned, staff not following through, or admissions/business-office emails going unanswered. A few reviewers also emphasize communication as a key factor for care, including business-office help with insurance navigation. Taken together, the experiences show that family communication can be strong for some, but unreliable for others.

common 3 reviews mention this

Activities and wellness matter

Reviews mention activities and wellness programs as a bright spot.

Some reviewers say residents enjoy scheduled activities, and one describes a wellness program that includes activities for others as well. Another notes a positive experience around a family outing. While activities show up as a recurring positive, other reviews focus more on care and staffing, so the strength here varies by reviewer priorities.

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Features

Housing

  • 132 resident community capacity 132 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
  • High acuity care High acuity care
  • 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

Located in Sherman, Texas, this neighborhood offers a convenient and diverse range of amenities suitable for senior living. Within close proximity, there are several reputable physicians including North Texas Comprehensive Spine and Pain Center and Sherman Arthritis-Rheumatism, as well as hospitals such as Wilson N Jones Medical Center for any medical needs. Additionally, there are various dining options like McAlister's Deli and Olive Garden, as well as cafes like Panera Bread and Starbucks for social gatherings. The neighborhood also features places of worship such as Victory Life Church and Grace Bible Church for spiritual fulfillment. Transportation services from Enterprise Rent-A-Car and U-Haul are available for convenience, along with pharmacies like CVS Pharmacy and Walgreens for medication needs. Moreover, the nearby parks like Fairview Park offer a serene environment for relaxation and recreation. Overall, this area provides a well-rounded community atmosphere suitable for seniors looking to settle down in a vibrant neighborhood with essential amenities within reach.

Physicians

  • Nocerini, Robert North Texas Comprehensive Spine and Pain Center (0.1 miles)
  • Sherman Arthritis-Rheumatism (0.1 miles)
  • North Texas Cardiology (0.2 miles)
  • Texoma Dermatology Clinic (0.2 miles)
  • Hanger Clinic: Prosthetics & Orthotics (0.2 miles)
  • Jamison Alexander, DO (0.2 miles)
  • Friedle Michael C DO Chad Friedle, DO Surgical Innovations of Texoma (0.2 miles)

Hospitals

  • Wilson N Jones Medical Center (0.2 miles)
  • Life Center Specialtiy Hosp (0.2 miles)
  • Davita (1.4 miles)
  • Carrus Specialty Hospital (1.9 miles)
  • DaVita Sherman Dialysis Center (2 miles)
  • UHS of Texoma (2.5 miles)
  • Pulmonary Diagnostics and Therapeutics PC (2.7 miles)

Restaurants

  • McAlister's Deli (0.3 miles)
  • Taco Cabana (0.3 miles)
  • Olive Garden (0.3 miles)
  • Whataburger (0.3 miles)
  • Red Lobster (0.4 miles)
  • Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers (0.4 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (0.4 miles)

Cafes

  • Panera Bread (0.4 miles)
  • Starbucks (0.6 miles)
  • Starbucks (0.7 miles)
  • Sweetberries Cafe (1.5 miles)
  • Starbucks (2.3 miles)
  • CJ's Coffee Cafe (2.4 miles)
  • Sage Cafe (2.9 miles)

Theaters

  • Cinemark Sherman (0.5 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Victory Life Church (0.7 miles)
  • Grace Bible Church (1.1 miles)
  • Mt Carmel Church Of God In Christ (2.1 miles)
  • Sherman Bible (2.9 miles)

Transportation

  • Enterprise Rent-A-Car (1 miles)
  • U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer (1.1 miles)

Pharmacies

  • North Texas Nuclear Pharmacy (1 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.4 miles)
  • K & M Pharmacy (1.4 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.5 miles)
  • Sherman Pharmacy Health (1.5 miles)
  • ReNue Rx Sherman (2.1 miles)
  • Heritage Parkway Pharmacy (2.3 miles)

Parks

  • Fairview Park (2.1 miles)
  • HeyDay Entertainment (2.5 miles)

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