ana e
May 2026
One of the best facilities I’ve been to the residents are cared for very well and the staff are some of the nicest I’ve met
1 / 5Quick Facts
- Total units
- 90
- Medicare rating
- 4 of 5
- Ownership
- For profit, Limited Liability company
- Certified beds
- 90
- Inspections
- View history (14 citations)
- Ownership
- Family-owned, independent nursing home, not corporate-owned
- Operating History
- In operation for over 50 years
- Facility Pet
- Resident-friendly nursing home pet dog on-site
CMS Care Compare
What Families Think
Reviewers of Cedar Lake Nursing Home describe a family-owned facility with a long history in Malakoff, where several praised the cleanliness and warmth of the staff. However, experiences vary sharply, with serious concerns raised about medication timing, food quality, and billing practices in at least two reviews.
The Good
- Staff described as kind and caring
- Facility kept clean
- Family-owned, not corporate operated
- Housekeeping praised as hardworking and helpful
- Resident-friendly pet dog on site
The Bad
- One report of slow medication administration and poor food quality
- One report of aggressive billing practices and Medicaid pressure
AI-generated from reviews and community data.
Cedar Lake Nursing Home is a senior living community in Malakoff, Texas offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 3.8 out of 5 across 26 reviews.
About Cedar Lake Nursing Home
Cedar Lake Nursing Home is a skilled nursing and long-term care facility in Malakoff, Texas, licensed for 90 residents. The home is family-owned and has operated for over 50 years, distinguishing itself as one of the few independent nursing homes in Texas not owned by a larger corporate entity.
Families consistently praise the facility's cleanliness and odor control, a point that appears across nearly every positive review, along with the friendliness and attentiveness of staff members including housekeeping, nursing aides, and care coordinators. Multiple families highlight the quality of food and on-site culinary services, as well as the variety of activities available to residents. One family wrote that their grandmother "blossomed here" and participated actively in programs. Atmosphere and compassion in end-of-life care have also been noted as strengths. However, some families have raised concerns about management responsiveness, particularly around Medicaid paperwork processing, billing department interactions, and security protocols for residents with dementia, suggesting administrative inconsistencies despite frontline care quality.
Cedar Lake holds a 3.8 out of 5 rating across 26 Google reviews, reflecting a divided picture: roughly half of reviews are five-star testimonials about staff warmth and facility upkeep, while lower ratings cite staffing gaps, administrative delays, and billing friction. Prospective families should weigh strong caregiver feedback against documented gaps in care coordination and business office processes.
Types of Care at Cedar Lake Nursing Home
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Amenities
Room Amenities
- Emergency Call System
- 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
- Laundry Service
- Medication Management
- On-Site Nurse (RN)
- Security
Activities
- Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)
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Help Me ChooseReviews of Cedar Lake Nursing Home
3.8overall · 26 ratings combined
3.8★ on Google (26)
Jennifer Armstrong
Jan 2026
My Grandfather was in there for about a month and the service was horrible. The food was not edible, it took an hour for him to get his medications, the bedside manner was horrible and all around a terrible stay!! We do not recommend this place at all!!!
J Peezy
Oct 2025
Staff is nice and facility clean. BE VERY CAREFUL with Lesa (Business Office Manager) She's super aggressive when it comes to billing questions or concerns. They try to convince your loved one right away to apply for medicaid, so they can get paid. She has zero concern about your loved one and her heart is cold as ice!! They also start trying to lay ground work for declaring your loved one incompetent of handling their finances by saying theyre showing signs of dementia. My advice..CONSULT WITH AN ELDER LAWYER!!
Dave Ashley
Aug 2025
My mother is there as a resident . Thank you staff for taking care of her.
Ashton Stollhart
Jan 2025
I just wanted to say that I was very happy to know my loved one is in a facility where people are so kind and truly want to help in any kind of way. I was impressed with the way the housekeeper was so hardworking and helpful. Dana, who is always willing to help anytime I've ever needed, is a delight. I want to make it clear I have been won over by the housekeeping and hardwork. Keep it up.
Government Inspection History
3 inspection visits in the last three years, 14 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Sep 10, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard6 citations
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Dec 20, 2025
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Dec 18, 2025
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Dec 19, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 30, 2025
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Dec 17, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 30, 2025
Aug 7, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard5 citations
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, widespreadCorrected Sep 7, 2024
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Sep 20, 2024
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Sep 20, 2024
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 7, 2024
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 7, 2024
Jul 12, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard3 citations
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 Jul 31, 2023
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 Jul 31, 2023
Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 31, 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 Cedar Lake Nursing Home offer?
Cedar Lake Nursing Home offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
Where is Cedar Lake Nursing Home located?
Cedar Lake Nursing Home is located at 1611 W Royall Blvd in Malakoff, Texas.
What do families say about Cedar Lake Nursing Home?
Reviewers of Cedar Lake Nursing Home describe a family-owned facility with a long history in Malakoff, where several praised the cleanliness and warmth of the staff. However, experiences vary sharply, with serious concerns raised about medication timing, food quality, and billing practices in at least two reviews.
How did Cedar Lake Nursing Home do on recent health and safety inspections?
Cedar Lake Nursing Home had 3 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 14 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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