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The Highlands Guest Care Center

9009 Forest Ln, Dallas, TX 752439727831771
1/5Much Below Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System
Health
1/5
Staffing
1/5
Quality
4/5
Beds
116
certified
This facility has been flagged for abuse.
Special Focus Facility: SFF Candidate
1 fine(s) totaling $53,825

Key Findings

• CMS rates this facility 1/5 stars (below average)

• Has 116 certified beds with an average of 80.7 residents per day (70% occupancy)

• Last health inspection found 9 deficiencies (inspected Dec 30, 2025)

• Has been fined a total of $53,825 across 1 fine(s)

• Total nursing staff: 3.15 hours per resident per day

The Highlands Guest Care Center is a 1-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Dallas, Texas with 116 certified beds. It has been operating since 1995. The facility scored below average compared to Texas facilities.

Beds
116
Avg Residents/Day
80.7
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Jan 26, 1995
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Dallas
Last Inspection
Dec 30, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
9
Weighted Score
391.3
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (24)

F0600Immediate Jeopardy

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Survey: Apr 14, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0689Immediate Jeopardy

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

Survey: Apr 14, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0697Immediate Jeopardy

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

Survey: Apr 14, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0777Immediate Jeopardy

Provide or obtain x-rays/tests when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results.

Survey: Apr 14, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0908Potential for Harm

Keep all essential equipment working safely.

Survey: Apr 14, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0656Potential for Harm

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Survey: Feb 19, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0686Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Survey: Feb 19, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0550Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Survey: Dec 30, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0732Minimal Harm

Post nurse staffing information every day.

Survey: Dec 30, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0558Potential for Harm

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

Survey: Oct 10, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0583Potential for Harm

Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

Survey: Oct 10, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0695Potential for Harm

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Survey: Oct 10, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Oct 10, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0550Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Survey: Aug 11, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0607Potential for Harm

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

Survey: Aug 11, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0609Potential for Harm

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Survey: Aug 11, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0610Potential for Harm

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Survey: Aug 11, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
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: Aug 24, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0690Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

Survey: Aug 24, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0755Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Aug 24, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Aug 24, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0825Potential for Harm

Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident.

Survey: Aug 24, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Aug 24, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0921Potential for Harm

Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

Survey: Aug 24, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$53,825
Number of Fines
1
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
1

Penalty History

FineApr 14, 2025
$53,825

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

Nurse Aide1.83 hrs
National avg: 2.35 hrs
LPN0.93 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.39 hrs
National avg: 0.68 hrs
Total Nursing3.15 hrs
National avg: 3.89 hrs
Weekend Total2.63 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.07 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
0.0%
RN Turnover
0.0%
Administrators Left
1

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

Ownership Type
For profit - Limited Liability company
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (6)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
NOCONA HOSPITAL DISTRICT5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization100%Apr 1, 2018
THE HIGHLANDS GUEST CARE CENTER LLCOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AJul 1, 2018
GAMBLE, DENNYOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJul 1, 2018
GORDY, OTISOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AMar 11, 2022
MEEKINS, GREGCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AApr 1, 2018
GAMVEST TEXAS LLC5% OR GREATER MORTGAGE INTERESTOrganizationN/AJul 1, 2018

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for The Highlands Guest Care Center?▾
The Highlands Guest Care Center has an overall CMS rating of 1 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 1/5, staffing rating of 1/5, and quality measures rating of 4/5. This facility is rated below average.
Has The Highlands Guest Care Center had any health inspection violations?▾
The Highlands Guest Care Center had 9 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Dec 30, 2025). The facility has been fined a total of $53,825 across 1 fine(s).
What are the staffing levels at The Highlands Guest Care Center?▾
The Highlands Guest Care Center provides 3.15 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.39 RN hours, 0.93 LPN hours, and 1.83 nurse aide hours.
How many beds does The Highlands Guest Care Center have?▾
The Highlands Guest Care Center has 116 certified beds with an average of 80.7 residents per day, resulting in approximately 70% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Limited Liability company owned.
Are there other nursing homes near The Highlands Guest Care Center?▾
Yes, there are 32 other nursing homes in Dallas, Texas with an average rating of 2.6/5. You can compare all facilities on the Dallas nursing homes page.