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Wellington Rehabilitation and Healthcare

1802 S 31St

4.3(124 ratings)· Temple average: 4.2

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Quick Facts

Total units
124
Medicare rating
1 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
Government, Hospital district
Certified beds
124
Veteran services
Only VA-approved rehab facility in Temple
Facility status
Older building with active renovations underway
Care coordination
Staff escort residents to medical appointments

What Families Think

Reviewers describe Wellington as an older building undergoing renovation, but one where staff attentiveness and follow-through on care concerns stand out. Families report strong nursing leadership, noticeable health improvements for long-term residents, and a facility that feels clean despite its age. Some early communication gaps during admission were reported, though management was credited with resolving concerns once raised.

The Good

  • VA-approved rehab facility
  • Attentive nursing leadership responsive to family concerns
  • Residents report improved health outcomes over time
  • Staff described as warm, dedicated, and family-like
  • Active renovations improving outdated areas
  • Outdoor visiting areas available

The Bad

  • One report of communication gaps during nighttime admission
  • One report that older sections appear dated or dirty

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Wellington Rehabilitation and Healthcare is a senior living community in Temple, Texas offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Gathering / Activity Spaces, Social Activities and Housekeeping. Families rate it 4.3 out of 5 across 124 reviews.

About Wellington Rehabilitation and Healthcare

Wellington Rehabilitation and Healthcare is a nursing home and rehabilitation facility located in Temple, Texas, offering both short-term rehabilitation and long-term care services. The facility's staff works with residents, families, and healthcare providers to create comprehensive and effective care and treatment plans tailored to individual needs.

The community provides short and long-term rehabilitation using both therapeutic and hands-on approaches designed to help residents regain strength and mobility. Each resident's stay is structured to be comfortable, safe, and therapeutic, with staff committed to treating guests with attentive service.

Wellington offers a wide variety of daily activities to keep residents engaged and active. The facility maintains a monthly activity calendar packed with programs and options designed for individual interests and abilities, supporting residents in staying mentally and physically active during their stay.

Types of Care at Wellington Rehabilitation and Healthcare

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Emergency Call System
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Community Amenities

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

Activities

  • Birthday / Holiday Parties
  • Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)

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Reviews of Wellington Rehabilitation and Healthcare

4.3overall · 124 ratings combined

4.3★ on Google (124)

Dan Golder

Jul 2026

via Google

The staff was great ! The blonde lady up front was working and doing a great job ! The social director was great and asked us to get a report from the center my sisters husband is at so we can get him sent to temple . We loved that they are interested in getting him to temple . Thus place is a little older , but appeared to be clean and I notice cleaning carts down each hallway . The flooring really needs to be replaced , however I notice the remodeling taking place . I understand there is a director of activity's and this person has a schedule for the patients .Its sad that the VA is here in Temple and there are few options fir the veterans ! That's sad and not a good thing ! Our veterans deserve better ! William Cortney is not a part of the VA and most people do not know that ! I was not impressed with the staff there at all ! However I was very impressed with the staff at Wellington ! In the end , it's the staff and how interested they are in there patents and the home they make for them and making a comfortable place for them ! It's the love of people that we feel Wellington can provide for my sisters husband . ! Felt that love there ! May God bless all<br>Of you there , it takes a special person to do your jobs there at Wellington ! 🙏

scott batten

Jul 2026

via Google

My father just got transferred to wellington yesterday.....other than it smelling like a typical nursing home....theb staff was great, very nice, and helpfull....the nurse updated me on his current condition and what i should be expecting......dad said he was comfortable so i give the place a 10/10......5 stars..... like i said other than it having a typical nursing home smell it seems like a great facility i would definitely reccomend it for your loved ones who may need it :)

Lois Bland

Jul 2026

via Google

My son is in Wellington. The staff and nurses are so pleasant and helpful. They are very patient with my son and family. It is very clean and the housekeepers are always so friendly.<br>This is his second time here and we requested Wellington this time around. I believe if his stay is extended he will be pleased with everyone.

Lynne Turkiewicz

Jul 2026

via Google

Wellington has come along way in the last two yrs. They have a very dedicated staff. From The front desk to the kitchen. Many major improvements have been made and I noticed. Great job yall

B Monks

Jul 2026

via Google

Knowledgible and friendly staff. Positive experience while visiting

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Government Inspection History

10 inspection visits in the last three years, 41 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Feb 17, 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 inspectionCorrected Jan 10, 2026

Aug 27, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
  • 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, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 28, 2025

Jun 24, 2025Health Complaint3 citations
  • Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.

    Severity J of L: immediate jeopardy, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 25, 2025

  • 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 Jun 25, 2025

  • Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 25, 2025

Jun 5, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth ComplaintHealth Standard3 citations
  • Have an alternate power supply for its alarm system.

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

  • Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 18, 2025

  • PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 6, 2025

Nov 21, 2024Health 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 inspectionCorrected Sep 27, 2024

Jul 16, 2024Health Complaint2 citations
  • Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 6, 2024

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 6, 2024

May 8, 2024Health Complaint1 citation
  • Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 3, 2024

Apr 25, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard16 citations
  • Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 6, 2025

  • Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 1, 2025

  • Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 6, 2025

  • Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 30, 2024

  • 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 24, 2024

  • Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 30, 2024

  • Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 29, 2024

  • 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 29, 2024

  • Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 1, 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 Mar 6, 2025

  • Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 6, 2025

  • Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 1, 2025

  • Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 6, 2025

  • 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 May 29, 2024

  • 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, isolatedCorrected May 29, 2024

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 1, 2025

Sep 19, 2023Health ComplaintInfection Control2 citations
  • Honor each resident's preferences, choices, values and beliefs.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Oct 9, 2023

  • Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Oct 9, 2023

Mar 2, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard11 citations
  • Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 31, 2023

  • 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 Mar 31, 2023

  • Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jun 20, 2023

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 31, 2023

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

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 31, 2023

  • Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 31, 2023

  • Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 31, 2023

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 31, 2023

  • 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 31, 2023

  • 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 Mar 31, 2023

  • Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 20, 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 Wellington Rehabilitation and Healthcare offer?

Wellington Rehabilitation and Healthcare offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is Wellington Rehabilitation and Healthcare located?

Wellington Rehabilitation and Healthcare is located at 1802 S 31St in Temple, Texas.

What do families say about Wellington Rehabilitation and Healthcare?

Reviewers describe Wellington as an older building undergoing renovation, but one where staff attentiveness and follow-through on care concerns stand out. Families report strong nursing leadership, noticeable health improvements for long-term residents, and a facility that feels clean despite its age. Some early communication gaps during admission were reported, though management was credited with resolving concerns once raised.

How did Wellington Rehabilitation and Healthcare do on recent health and safety inspections?

Wellington Rehabilitation and Healthcare had 10 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 41 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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