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HomeTexasPark Highlands Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

Park Highlands Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

711 Lucas St, Athens, TX 757519036758538WebsiteGoogle Maps
3.3on Google(36 reviews)
4/5Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
5/5
Staffing
1/5
Quality
2/5
Beds
132
certified

How Park Highlands Nursing & Rehabilitation Center Compares in Texas

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Texas. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
4/5
TX average
2.7/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
5/5
TX average
2.8/5
Above state average
Staffing rating
1/5
TX average
1.9/5
Below state average
Nursing hours per resident
3.05 hrs/day
TX average
3.39 hrs/day
Below state average
RN hours per resident
0.41 hrs/day
TX average
0.43 hrs/day
Close to state average
Staff turnover
87.0%
TX average
55.3%
Higher than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 4/5 overall CMS rating is above the Texas average of 2.7/5.
Its 5/5 health inspection rating is above the Texas average of 2.8/5.
Reported nursing time is 3.05 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 3.39.
Staff turnover is 87.0%, higher than the Texas average of 55.3%.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
5
deficiency citations
Inspected Mar 27, 2024
Most recent cycle
2
deficiency citations
Inspected May 6, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 3 fewer deficiency citations than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$5,996/mo
Texas median
Private Room
$7,300/mo
Texas median
Henderson County 65+
18,383
22.2% of county
County Population
82,627
Henderson County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

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Park Highlands Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is a 4-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Athens, Texas with 132 certified beds. It has been operating since 1994. Its overall CMS rating is 4 out of 5.

Beds
132
Avg Residents/Day
54.3
Ownership
Government - Hospital district
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Nov 11, 1994
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Henderson
Last Inspection
May 6, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
2
Weighted Score
21.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (9)

F0837Potential for Harm

Establish a governing body that is legally responsible for establishing and implementing policies for managing and operating the facility and appoints a properly licensed administrator responsible for managing the facility.

Survey: Nov 13, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0693Potential for Harm

Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.

Survey: May 6, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0584Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

Survey: Mar 27, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0644Potential for Harm

Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

Survey: Mar 27, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0655Potential for Harm

Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

Survey: Mar 27, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0689Potential for Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Mar 27, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0692Potential for Harm

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

Survey: Mar 27, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0755Potential for Harm

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Survey: Feb 15, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0732Minimal Harm

Post nurse staffing information every day.

Survey: Feb 15, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
0

No penalties on record.

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide1.80 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.84 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.41 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing3.05 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total2.61 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.02 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
87.0%
RN Turnover
85.7%
Administrators Left
1

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
Government - Hospital district
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (17)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
FANNIN COUNTY HOSPITAL AUTHORITY5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization100%Mar 31, 2017
HOLT, ERINMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODYIndividualN/AFeb 25, 2020
KEETON, WENDYMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODYIndividualN/AJun 21, 2017
KISSLING, MONICAMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODYIndividualN/AJun 21, 2017
MCBEAN, PATRICIAMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODYIndividualN/AAug 30, 2021
SANDERSON, CLARKMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODYIndividualN/AOct 29, 2012
TROMPLER, KELLYMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODYIndividualN/AFeb 22, 2022
HUGGINS, LINDACORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AOct 1, 2022
WILLIG, ZACHARYCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 1, 2025
SANDERSON, CLARKCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AOct 29, 2012
ATHENS I ENTERPRISES, LLCOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AOct 1, 2022
BLAKE, GARYOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AOct 1, 2022
BLAKE, MALISAOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AOct 1, 2022
ATHENS I ENTERPRISES, LLCADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AMay 7, 2025
BLAKE, GARYADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AOct 2, 2022
EDWARDS, JONATHANADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AApr 13, 2025
MATA, KATHRYNADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AApr 13, 2025

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Park Highlands Nursing & Rehabilitation Center and nearby alternatives.

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Park Highlands Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Athens, TXCurrent facility
CMS
4/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: None
Avir at Athens
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CMS
1/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $243,325
Advanced Rehabilitation and Healthcare of Athens
Athens, TX2.5 miAbuse flag
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $210,588
Cedar Lake Nursing Home
Malakoff, TX9.0 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $27,270
Mabank Nursing Center
Mabank, TX20.1 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $31,234
Kerens Care Center
Kerens, TX22.6 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: None
Chandler Nursing Center
Chandler, TX22.9 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Park Highlands Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Athens, TX · Current facility
—4/55/51/5None recorded
Avir at Athens
Athens, TX
1.1 mi1/52/51/5$243,325
Advanced Rehabilitation and Healthcare of Athens
Athens, TX
2.5 mi1/51/51/5$210,588
Cedar Lake Nursing Home
Malakoff, TX
9.0 mi3/55/51/5$27,270
Mabank Nursing Center
Mabank, TX
20.1 mi3/53/53/5$31,234
Kerens Care Center
Kerens, TX
22.6 mi2/53/51/5None recorded
Chandler Nursing Center
Chandler, TX
22.9 mi4/54/52/5None recorded

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Park Highlands Nursing & Rehabilitation Center?▾
Park Highlands Nursing & Rehabilitation Center has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 5/5, staffing rating of 1/5, and quality measures rating of 2/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does Park Highlands Nursing & Rehabilitation Center cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in Texas is $5,996/month for a semi-private room and $7,300/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Park Highlands Nursing & Rehabilitation Center participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Park Highlands Nursing & Rehabilitation Center had any health inspection violations?▾
Park Highlands Nursing & Rehabilitation Center had 2 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (May 6, 2025). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Park Highlands Nursing & Rehabilitation Center?▾
Park Highlands Nursing & Rehabilitation Center provides 3.05 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.41 RN hours, 0.84 LPN hours, and 1.80 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 87.0%.
How many beds does Park Highlands Nursing & Rehabilitation Center have?▾
Park Highlands Nursing & Rehabilitation Center has 132 certified beds with an average of 54.3 residents per day, resulting in approximately 41% occupancy. The facility is Government - Hospital district owned and is part of the Creative Solutions in Healthcare chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Park Highlands Nursing & Rehabilitation Center?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Texas, including 2 in Athens. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Park Highlands Nursing & Rehabilitation Center?▾
On Google Maps, Park Highlands Nursing & Rehabilitation Center has a rating of 3.3 out of 5 based on 36 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 4/5.

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