Lakewest Rehabilitation and Skilled Care is a nursing home located in Dallas, Texas, offering a combination of skilled nursing services and assisted living options. Certified by Medicare and Medicaid since May 5, 2011, the facility accommodates 109 current occupants. Lakewest provides various care services tailored to meet the needs of its residents. This includes specialized support such as wound care, pain management, hospice services, and comprehensive rehabilitation therapies like occupational and speech therapy. The medical support team comprises qualified nurses who assist with daily health monitoring and personalized care plans. Additional amenities at Lakewest include clubs and community activities designed to enhance social interaction and mental well-being, as well as a barber/beauty salon and laundry services to cater to the personal grooming and hygiene needs of residents. The facility also supports resident and family counseling services to involve families in the care process and promote a supportive environment.
Despite the availability of diverse services, reviews of Lakewest Rehabilitation and Skilled Care present a varied picture of the facility's actual care quality and staff performance. Some families commend the facility for its community-like atmosphere and effective rehabilitation efforts, noting staff kindness and attentiveness. However, there are numerous reports of severe issues, such as neglect, poor hygiene, and unprofessional staff behavior, indicating systemic problems within the facility's operations. Concerns about the facility's sanitation standards, including bug infestations and improper use of medical equipment, have been voiced alongside critiques of insufficient staffing, which purportedly leads to staff burnout and resident neglect. These reviews underscore the importance of ongoing evaluation and potentially necessary changes to improve care standards and internal operations at Lakewest Rehabilitation and Skilled Care.
Costs at this community start at $2,000 and range up to $6,963. The average price in the community is $4,482, which is less than the average price in the area of $4,702. 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.
