Carthage Healthcare Center is a medium-sized, for-profit nursing facility situated in Carthage, Texas, offering a range of care services for seniors and individuals in need of both short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. With a capacity of 104 beds, this care home participates in both Medicare and Medicaid programs, providing financial flexibility for families navigating the cost of care. Carthage Healthcare Center is not part of a continuing care retirement community, and it specializes in meeting the needs of residents who may require various levels of assistance during their stay.
The center offers both short-term rehabilitation for patients transitioning from the hospital and long-term care for individuals needing daily support with activities of living. The short-term rehabilitation program at Carthage Healthcare Center supports patients as they recover from hospital stays due to events such as stroke, heart attack, infections, or injuries. The facility averages 2 hours and 53 minutes of nurse staffing per resident each day. For residents with long-term needs, the center focuses on assisting them with everyday tasks including eating, dressing, mobility, and personal hygiene—allowing as many residents as possible to maintain the ability to move about, eat, and use the bathroom independently. Staff efforts to support quality of life include administering medications, managing therapies, and overseeing non-medical care needs.
In terms of clinical care and day-to-day support, Carthage Healthcare Center employs a range of health professionals to address complex medical conditions and routine issues. During recent data collection periods, a high percentage of residents—86.7%—were able to maintain independence in self-care, and the center reported a flu vaccination rate of 100% amongst its residents. However, the facility has faced challenges with maintaining consistent staffing levels, especially on weekends, and ensuring compliance with certain aspects of resident care standards.
Regular inspections have been conducted to observe various aspects of care, including drug storage protocols, respecting residents’ dignity and rights, supporting resident decision-making, maintaining a safe and comfortable environment, and preventing hazards or abuse. The center has received feedback about areas such as infection prevention, assessment accuracy, development and implementation of care plans, and pressure ulcer care. Issues have also been noted regarding adequate staffing, appropriate dialysis care, medication management, and food safety and palatability. The staff and management have responded to these concerns, and many have been addressed within a specified timeline following inspections.
Carthage Healthcare Center emphasizes the well-being and safety of its residents, offering individualized care plans designed to meet each person's unique needs. The facility continually works on maintaining and improving service delivery to uphold the comfort, safety, and health of everyone residing there, striving to balance medical care with the fostering of a supportive, homelike environment. Periodic government inspections ensure adherence to health and safety standards, and the center addresses any identified issues to enhance the quality of life for its residents. The aim is to provide a setting where every resident receives the respect, dignity, and care they deserve while supporting their highest possible level of independence and well-being.