Total staff
85
Employees
81
Contractors
4
Primarily short stays
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
Golden Palms Retirement Center and Healthcare
Nursing Home & Independent Living · Cameron County, TX
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Golden Palms Retirement Center and Healthcare
Nursing Home & Independent Living · Cameron County, TX
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Golden Palms Retirement Center and Healthcare accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
Overview of Golden Palms Retirement Center and Healthcare
Discover an exceptional living experience with the legendary Golden Palms Retirement Center and Healthcare located in the vibrant neighborhood of Harlingen, TX, providing independent living, assisted living, rehabilitation therapy, and respite care services. A wide array of beautifully appointed and comfortable accommodations ranging from studio to one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and three-bedroom are available for its residents. The community offers round-the-clock individualized care and assistance to ensure the comfort and security of its residents.
Committed to providing top-notch amenities and services, residents can avail delectable and healthy meals in restaurant-style dining, housekeeping and laundry services, full-service beauty and barber salon, and many more. Explore its amazing shared spaces such as the beautiful courtyard and scenic walking path. Enjoy participating in a full calendar of social activities and life enrichment programs with new companions. At Golden Palms Retirement Center and Healthcare, seniors are guaranteed a blissful and empowering retirement.
Quality ratings
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Staffing hours breakdown
Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.
Total nursing care / resident
This home is ranked 140th out of 289 homes in Texas. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
This home is ranked 140th out of 289 homes in Texas. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
3h 30m per day
Rank #140 / 289Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 140th out of 289 homes in Texas. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Texas average, with a ranking across 289 Texas SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
vs Texas avg
-4%
| Staff type | Hours / Day / Resident | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
|
Total Nursing (Weekend)
Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
| 2h 59m per day |
Types of Care at Golden Palms Retirement Center and Healthcare
Independent Living
Capacity and availability
This home usually has availability
Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
82.8%
Rank #46 / 297Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 46th out of 297 homes in Texas. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Texas average, with its Statewide rank out of 297. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay
42 days
Occupancy rate
82.8%
Rank #46 / 297Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 46th out of 297 homes in Texas. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Texas average, with its Statewide rank out of 297. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay
42 days
Walk Score: 50 / 100 Rank #120 / 300Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 120th out of 300 homes in Texas. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Texas SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
About this community
Emergency SystemsEmergency Response System available.
Accept Medicaid
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
24-Hour Concierge
Qualified Caregiver Assistance
Housekeeping Services
Linen Service
Transportation To And From Medical And Retail Appointments
Social Programs
3 Meals Per Day
Outings
Special Events And Parties
Physician House Calls
Furnished Respite Apartments
Guest Apartments
Walking Paths
Heated Pool
Library
Movie Room
Beauty & Barber Shop
Consignment Shoppe
Game Room
Events Room
Beautifully Landscaped Courtyard
Shuffle Board
50’S Diner Cafe
Art Room
Fitness Room & Exercise Programs
Restaurant-Style Dining
Us Postal Service Mailboxes
ActivitiesMonthly activity calendars packed with group activities, frequent outings, and sight-seeing trips.
Specific ProgramsIn-House Therapy
Religious ServicesOn-site visits from a variety of clergy; transportation to offsite religious services.
Food DescriptionRestaurant-style dining with three meals a day prepared fresh.
Meal Schedule3 Meals per Day
Staffing Data
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Staff to resident ratio
1.57:1
5% better than Texas average
Avg staff/day
32
Average shift
8.3 hours
0% compared with Texas average
Total staff hours (quarter)
24,538
Nursing staff breakdown
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
6
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.3 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.3 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
13
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.9 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.9 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
15
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.5 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.5 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Contractor staffing
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Total hours from contractors
0.4%
102 contractor hours this quarter
Medical Director: 2
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Staff by category
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 15 | 0 | 15 | 6,040 | 92 | 100% | 9.5 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 13 | 0 | 13 | 4,429 | 92 | 100% | 9.9 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 9 | 0 | 9 | 2,594 | 84 | 91% | 7.4 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,674 | 67 | 73% | 7.2 |
| Dental Services Staff | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,516 | 73 | 79% | 7.9 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,376 | 65 | 71% | 7.7 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 7 | 0 | 7 | 1,279 | 66 | 72% | 7.4 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,015 | 87 | 95% | 11.6 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 4 | 0 | 4 | 989 | 89 | 97% | 8.7 |
| Registered Nurse | 6 | 0 | 6 | 870 | 80 | 87% | 7.3 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 3 | 0 | 3 | 574 | 60 | 65% | 7.2 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 527 | 60 | 65% | 8.8 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 498 | 67 | 73% | 7.4 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 3 | 0 | 3 | 387 | 40 | 43% | 9 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 1 | 0 | 1 | 356 | 52 | 57% | 6.8 |
| Therapeutic Recreation Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 312 | 40 | 43% | 7.8 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 49 | 6 | 7% | 8.1 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 2 | 2 | 38 | 22 | 24% | 1.4 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 16 | 2 | 2% | 8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1% | 1 |
15 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
13 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
9 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
91%
5 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
73%
3 Dental Services Staff
% of Days
79%
5 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
71%
7 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
72%
3 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days
95%
4 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
97%
6 Registered Nurse
% of Days
87%
3 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
65%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
65%
1 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
73%
3 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days
43%
1 Nurse Aide in Training
% of Days
57%
1 Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
% of Days
43%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
7%
2 Medical Director
% of Days
24%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
2%
1 Administrator
% of Days
1%
Penalties and fines
Includes penalties issued in 2024-2025
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total fines amount
$16K Rank #122 / 294Federal fines — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 122nd out of 294 homes in Texas. Shows this facility's cumulative CMS federal fine dollars versus the Texas average among facilities with fines, and where it ranks among 294 skilled nursing facilities in the pool. Lower total dollars mean a better rank.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
80% lower than Texas averageTexas average: $80K
Number of fines
3
21% more fines than Texas averageTexas average: 2.5
Payment Denials
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
100% fewer payment denials than Texas averageTexas average: 0.2
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$16K
Texas average
$80K
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
3 penalties in the past 3 years
Multiple penalties were reported in the last 3 years.
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jan 25, 2025
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jan 25, 2025
$9K
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jun 25, 2024
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jun 25, 2024
$3K
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Feb 23, 2024
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Feb 23, 2024
$4K
Last updated: Jan 2026
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
6.5
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
6.5
25% better than Texas averageTexas average: 8.6
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
20.7
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
20.7
29% worse than Texas averageTexas average: 16.0
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
19.7%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
19.7%
22% worse than Texas averageTexas average: 16.2%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
21.7%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
21.7%
38% worse than Texas averageTexas average: 15.7%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
2.6%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
2.6%
19% better than Texas averageTexas average: 3.2%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
2.5%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
2.5%
43% better than Texas averageTexas average: 4.4%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.0%
100% better than Texas averageTexas average: 0.8%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
1.1%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
1.1%
69% better than Texas averageTexas average: 3.5%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
9.6%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
9.6%
234% worse than Texas averageTexas average: 2.9%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
5.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
5.4%
31% better than Texas averageTexas average: 7.9%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
91.3%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
91.3%
6% worse than Texas averageTexas average: 97.3%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
67.7%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
67.7%
31% worse than Texas averageTexas average: 97.9%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
85.9%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
85.9%
5% worse than Texas averageTexas average: 90.4%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.2%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.2%
14% better than Texas averageTexas average: 1.4%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
83.7%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
83.7%
5% worse than Texas averageTexas average: 88.0%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
30% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
25 days
Private pay
69% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 months
Medicaid
1% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
3 years
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
54
Medicare
14
25.9% of residents
Medicaid
14
25.9% of residents
Private pay or other
26
48.1% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Family Member Group
Family members meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Active Family Council
Organized group of family members that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, resident care, and activities.
Active Resident Council
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Golden Palms Retirement Center and Healthcare based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
82.8%
↑ 6.3pp vs 2022
Net Income
$1.3M
↑ ~$137.6K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$4.3M
↑ ~$706.7K vs 2022
Profit Margin
12.7%
↓ 0.9pp vs 2022
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$10.1M
Profit
$1.3M
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$10.1M Rank #174 / 297Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 174th out of 297 homes in Texas. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Texas SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Profit
$1.3M
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #197 / 297Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 197th out of 297 homes in Texas. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Texas average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$4.3M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #197 / 297Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 197th out of 297 homes in Texas. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Texas average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$4.5M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$8.8M
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
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2.6 miles from city center
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Golden Palms Retirement Center and Healthcare is located in Harlingen, Texas.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Golden Palms Retirement Center and Healthcare
Is Golden Palms Retirement Center and Healthcare in a walkable area?
Golden Palms Retirement Center and Healthcare has a walk score of 50. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
Are there photos of Golden Palms Retirement Center and Healthcare?
Yes — there are 20 photos of Golden Palms Retirement Center and Healthcare in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Golden Palms Retirement Center and Healthcare?
Golden Palms Retirement Center and Healthcare is located at 2101 Treasure Hills Blvd, Harlingen, TX 78550, United States.
What is the phone number of Golden Palms Retirement Center and Healthcare?
(956) 430-3100 will put you in contact with the team at Golden Palms Retirement Center and Healthcare.
Is Golden Palms Retirement Center and Healthcare Medicare or Medicaid certified?
Yes — Golden Palms Retirement Center and Healthcare is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.
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