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Sylvan Shores Health and Wellness Center

3950 Underwood Rd

4.8(315 ratings)· La Porte average: 4.8

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Quick Facts

Total units
124
Medicare rating
1 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
Government, Hospital district
Certified beds
124
Respite care
24/7 respite stays available for any length of time
Therapy services
On-site physical, occupational, and speech therapy

What Families Think

Families describe Sylvan Shores as clean, calm, and staffed by professional, caring employees who make residents and visitors feel comfortable. Reviewers frequently mention the facility's cleanliness and the warmth of the staff, particularly during rehabilitation stays involving physical, occupational, or speech therapy.

The Good

  • Consistently described as clean and well-sanitized
  • Staff called professional, courteous, and caring
  • Comforting, welcoming atmosphere for residents and visitors
  • Physical, occupational, and speech therapy praised
  • Respite care available for flexible durations

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Sylvan Shores Health and Wellness Center is a senior living community in La Porte, Texas offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 315 reviews.

About Sylvan Shores Health and Wellness Center

Sylvan Shores Health & Wellness is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center in La Porte, Texas, offering skilled nursing care, therapy, and rehabilitative services designed around individual patient needs.

The community provides 24/7 respite care for loved ones requiring temporary medical care, allowing family caregivers flexibility during absences or other obligations. Respite stays are available for however long needed.

Rehabilitative services begin with a personal evaluation to determine recovery needs and goals, followed by a customized care plan. The community offers physical, occupational, and speech therapy led by expert staff committed to improving function, strength, and quality of life for those recovering from illness, injury, or transitional care following hospital stays.

The facility provides around-the-clock nursing care, meal preparation, and housekeeping for residents requiring assistance with activities of daily living and healthcare supervision. The community also helps manage chronic medical conditions by working with patients and families to control symptoms and moderate health impacts.

Support services include assistance with the admissions process, transportation to appointments, dietary planning with a registered dietitian, and discharge planning to help ensure successful transitions home. The community accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and other plans.

Types of Care at Sylvan Shores Health and Wellness Center

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
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)
  • Transportation Services

Activities

  • Grocery Shopping and Errands
  • Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)

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Reviews of Sylvan Shores Health and Wellness Center

4.8overall · 315 ratings combined

4.8★ on Google (315)

Doug Reeder

Jul 2026

via Google

My mother was in rehab in Baytown 10 years ago. They were “good”. However, my father in law’s stay here in Laport has been excellent to this point.

mike

Jul 2026

via Google

Clean, roomy, & well staffed. Staff were nice, polite, & informative. Occupants seemed to be well taken care of.

Jeffrey Dickerson

Jul 2026

via Google

Staff very professional nice accomodations for residents and visitors, very clean and sanitized great accommodations for residents would recommend it to anyone needing a relaxing and comfortable place for a loved one give it a5star rating

Michelle Mendez

Jul 2026

via Google

I was amazed when I walked in!! Absolutely beautiful!! Very clean and friendly employees!!! The Residents seemed very happy 😊!

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Government Inspection History

5 inspection visits in the last three years, 20 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Nov 24, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
  • 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, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Dec 19, 2025

Jul 23, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard4 citations
  • Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

    Severity J of L: immediate jeopardy, isolatedCorrected Jul 17, 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 Aug 13, 2025

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

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 8, 2025

  • Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 8, 2025

Sep 4, 2024Health Complaint2 citations
  • Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

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

  • 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, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Sep 27, 2024

Jun 12, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard5 citations
  • Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jun 13, 2024

  • Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 21, 2024

  • Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 21, 2024

  • Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 13, 2024

  • Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 21, 2024

Apr 13, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard8 citations
  • Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 12, 2023

  • 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 E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 12, 2023

  • Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 12, 2023

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

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 12, 2023

  • Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 12, 2023

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 12, 2023

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 12, 2023

  • 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 May 12, 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 Sylvan Shores Health and Wellness Center offer?

Sylvan Shores Health and Wellness Center offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is Sylvan Shores Health and Wellness Center located?

Sylvan Shores Health and Wellness Center is located at 3950 Underwood Rd in La Porte, Texas.

What do families say about Sylvan Shores Health and Wellness Center?

Families describe Sylvan Shores as clean, calm, and staffed by professional, caring employees who make residents and visitors feel comfortable. Reviewers frequently mention the facility's cleanliness and the warmth of the staff, particularly during rehabilitation stays involving physical, occupational, or speech therapy.

How did Sylvan Shores Health and Wellness Center do on recent health and safety inspections?

Sylvan Shores Health and Wellness Center had 5 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 20 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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