Southland Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, located in Lufkin, Texas, primarily functions as a nursing home while also offering assisted living services. Certified by Medicare and Medicaid, the facility has been a Medicare participant since May 6, 2003. With 96 current occupants, Southland provides a range of healthcare services tailored to meet the diverse needs of its residents. Key services include skilled nursing care, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and support for those requiring hospice care. The facility recognizes the importance of family involvement through its resident and family counseling services, which aim to foster a supportive community environment.
The center is equipped with a team of experienced nurses and therapists dedicated to assisting individuals on both short and long-term bases. Skilled nurses offer medical care and monitor the health of residents, ensuring that individual needs are met efficiently. The occupational therapy program focuses on helping residents regain and maintain their daily living skills, while speech therapy caters to individuals needing assistance with communication or swallowing disorders. While reviews reflect a range of experiences, many appreciating the compassionate and skilled care provided, there are noted concerns about staffing and attentiveness in certain areas, particularly in the Alzheimer's unit. This mix of feedback highlights areas where service delivery meets high standards but also those where improvements are needed to ensure consistent care quality. Despite this, the facility's appearance and caring environment are positively acknowledged, with some encouraging prospective residents and their families to visit and form their own opinions on the services provided.
Costs at this community start at $3,000 and range up to $5,410. The average price in the community is $4,205, which is less than the average price in the area of $4,578. 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.
