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Castle Pines Health and Rehabilitation

2414 W Frank Ave

3.7(50 ratings)· Lufkin average: 4.4

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Quick Facts

Total units
120
Medicare rating
2 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
For profit, Corporation
Certified beds
120
Care focus
Skilled nursing with orthopedic and neurological rehab
Respite stays
Short-term respite care available for residents
Quality assurance
Biannual external surveys as part of internal quality program

What Families Think

Reviews of Castle Pines are mixed: several families praise the friendly staff, clean rooms, and wound care, while others describe serious lapses in care during short respite stays, including neglect and poor communication. Overall Google rating sits at 3.7 from 50 reviews, reflecting this split experience.

The Good

  • Staff described as friendly and caring
  • Rooms described as clean and comfortable
  • Positive feedback on wound care treatment
  • Knowledgeable, professional nursing staff noted
  • Specialized orthopedic and neurological rehabilitation programs

The Bad

  • One serious report of neglect during respite stay
  • One report of medications destroyed causing prescription refill issues
  • One account of poor communication with family
  • Mixed reviews suggest inconsistent quality of care

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Castle Pines Health and Rehabilitation is a senior living community in Lufkin, Texas offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Housekeeping. Families rate it 3.7 out of 5 across 50 reviews.

About Castle Pines Health and Rehabilitation

Castle Pines Health and Rehabilitation is a skilled nursing facility located in Lufkin, Texas, providing comprehensive skilled care with a focus on personalized, patient-centered support. The facility maintains high standards of cleanliness and safety through its White Glove Program, which includes rigorous training and biannual external surveys.

The community offers specialized rehabilitation services including orthopedic rehabilitation for residents recovering from surgeries such as total hip and knee replacements and fractures, with an emphasis on pain management, mobility restoration, and strength training. The facility also provides neurological rehabilitation for patients with conditions including stroke and Parkinson's disease, focusing on mobility, balance, cognitive support, and safe swallowing.

Wound care specialists on staff provide tailored treatment plans for residents with complex wound healing needs, with each care plan designed to meet individual requirements. The facility also serves patients experiencing deconditioning after extended hospital stays through skilled rehabilitation programs.

Recognizing the importance of nutrition and social engagement, Castle Pines offers menus featuring regional favorites made with high-quality ingredients. Care plans are individualized for each resident, developed by a clinical team committed to creating a home-like community environment rather than a purely clinical setting.

Types of Care at Castle Pines Health and Rehabilitation

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Emergency Call System
  • Private Bathroom
  • Private Rooms
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Meals & Dining

  • Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
  • Restaurant style Dining Room

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)

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Reviews of Castle Pines Health and Rehabilitation

3.7overall · 50 ratings combined

3.7★ on Google (50)

DeJee Garrett

Jul 2026

via Google

I don't understand why they are rated so low because they are an excellent facility and they have genuine care and compassion for their residents. I highly recommend them to anyone who has a loved one in need of quality health care!

Velvet Kerr

Jun 2026

via Google

Very accommodating,Staff is very nice,Wound Care has been great.

Margarette Barrett

Mar 2026

via Google

I have a brother there and it's a beautiful place with wonderful people working there.. ❤️

Kylie Unsell

Mar 2026

via Google

If your loved one is coming here for rehab to hopefully get better and back home I DO NOT RECOMMEND. For a long term care facility i CAN'T SAY MUCH BUT I WOULD NOT RECOMMEND

EJ L'aflaèr

Jan 2026

via Google

Loved taken there after hospital stay. All her medications were taken in and apparently destroyed after the facility received some from their pharmacy and now we can’t get refills do to insurance restrictions because we had 90 day supply

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Government Inspection History

6 inspection visits in the last three years, 24 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

May 14, 2026Health Complaint1 citation
  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity J of L: immediate jeopardy, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionPast Non-Compliance

May 20, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard9 citations
  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 18, 2025

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 30, 2025

  • Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 30, 2025

  • Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 22, 2025

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

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 30, 2025

  • 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.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 30, 2025

  • Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jun 13, 2025

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 30, 2025

  • Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 30, 2025

Mar 11, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
  • Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 8, 2025

Mar 26, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth ComplaintHealth Standard8 citations
  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity J of L: immediate jeopardy, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Mar 5, 2024

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

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Mar 27, 2024

  • Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 4, 2024

  • Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 27, 2024

  • Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 4, 2024

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Mar 27, 2024

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 27, 2024

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 27, 2024

Sep 28, 2023Health Complaint3 citations
  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity J of L: immediate jeopardy, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Sep 29, 2023

  • Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Oct 18, 2023

  • Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Oct 1, 2023

Feb 14, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard2 citations
  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 15, 2023

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 15, 2023

Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Castle Pines Health and Rehabilitation offer?

Castle Pines Health and Rehabilitation offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is Castle Pines Health and Rehabilitation located?

Castle Pines Health and Rehabilitation is located at 2414 W Frank Ave in Lufkin, Texas.

What do families say about Castle Pines Health and Rehabilitation?

Reviews of Castle Pines are mixed: several families praise the friendly staff, clean rooms, and wound care, while others describe serious lapses in care during short respite stays, including neglect and poor communication. Overall Google rating sits at 3.7 from 50 reviews, reflecting this split experience.

How did Castle Pines Health and Rehabilitation do on recent health and safety inspections?

Castle Pines Health and Rehabilitation had 6 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 24 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.

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