Friendswood Health Care Center, located in Friendswood, Texas, is a facility that provides nursing home and assisted living services for its residents. The center offers comprehensive medical and supportive care services, including vision care, speech therapy, podiatry, wound care, dental care, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and hospice services. The facility is certified by Medicare and Medicaid and has participated in Medicare since June 10, 1997. Friendswood Health Care Center accommodates 65 current occupants and provides additional services such as laundry and dry cleaning, a barber/beauty salon, and various clubs and communities, alongside offering resident and family counseling.
The facility's care team includes nurses and certified nursing assistants (CNAs), although recent reviews have highlighted issues related to the quality of care and staffing levels. Concerns have been raised about the attention and individualized care provided to residents, particularly those with Alzheimer's, in terms of both hygiene and meal supervision. Families have voiced frustration with the administrative responsiveness and follow-through on improvements. Staffing insufficiencies, especially among CNAs, have been mentioned as contributing to unmet needs, such as assisting with hygiene routines and changing disposable undergarments. Inadequate cleaning services and poor communication between staff across shifts have also been reported, affecting the continuity of care. While some residents benefit from tailored care facilitated by regular family visits, the overall feedback emphasizes a need for improvements in staffing, adherence to care protocols, and communication management to enhance the care experience throughout the facility.
Costs at this community start at $2,115 and range up to $6,920. The average price in the community is $4,518, which is less than the average price in the area of $4,802. The cost of nursing homes in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.
