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Nursing Home in Harris County

CMS overall rating Info 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.

Houston Transitional Care

Nursing Home in Harris County

CMS overall rating Info 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.

Houston Transitional Care

Overview of Houston Transitional Care

Peacefully nestled in Houston, TX, Houston Transitional Care provides an ideal and caring environment for skilled nursing and short-term rehabilitation. The community features a team of highly skilled nurses who genuinely care for residents and provide them with customized care plans. Designed to help residents regain their highest level of function, the community offers therapy services like physical, occupational, and speech therapy.

Residents’ proper nutrition is overseen by a registered dietitian who carefully prepares meals that meet their specific dietary and therapeutic needs. There’s a wide array of activities for residents to enjoy at their own leisure, keeping them as active and social as much as they want. Here, every corner of the community is designed to accommodate residents’ comfort and safety needs for a living experience that suits them.

(346) 231-7500

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info 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.
5/5
Texas average: 3.0/5
Health Inspection Info 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.
5/5
Texas average: 2.9/5
Staffing Info 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.
1/5
Texas average: 2.4/5
Quality Measures Info 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.
5/5
Texas average: 4.0/5

Nursing care per resident

Info This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
3h 10m per day

This home provides 16% less nursing time per resident than the Texas average.

Texas average: 3h 47m per day

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Staff type Facility State avg National avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info Registered nurse hours per resident per day. 36m per day 26m per day 41m per day
Nurse Aide Info Nurse aide hours per resident per day. 2h 6m per day 2h 1m per day 2h 21m per day
Total Nursing (Weekend) Info Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends. 3h 50m per day 2h 59m per day 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day. 4m per day 4m per day 4m per day
RN (Weekend) Info Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends. 37m per day 21m per day 29m per day

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 70

This home usually has limited availability

Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.

Similar demand to the Texas average
Occupancy rate 90.3%
Residents per day (avg) 72
Occupancy rate
90.3%
Residents per day (avg)
72

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Primarily short stays

Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.

Might be optimal for
Post-acute recovery Temporary care Transitional stays

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

25% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 29 days

Private pay

75% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Medicaid

1% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 4 - 5 months

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$21.9M
Profit
$1.6M
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$21.9M
Profit
$1.6M
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$4.5M
20.5% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$15.8M
Total costs $20.2M
Bed community size
70-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
8 years in operation
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 75 / 100
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

Services

Medicare/medicaid

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
90%
In line with Texas average
Occupied beds
63 / 70
Average residents 75 per day

License Details

Facility TypeNursing
StatusActive
IssuanceMay 12, 2024
ExpirationMay 12, 2027
CountyHARRIS

Additional Licensing Details

License Number148672
Year Opened12/5/2017
CMS Certification Number676435

Ownership & Operating Entity

Houston Transitional Care is administrated by Ahmad K Elsaadi.

OwnerHOUSTONIDENCE OPCO LLC
Ownership TypeLimited Liability Company (LLC)

Type Of Units

Medicare
52 units
Medicaid and Medicare
18 units
Total beds
70 units

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactComplaint Handler
Administrator Email [email protected]

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Private Suites

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Building Type: 2-story

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Transportation Services

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Exercise Programs

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Recreational Activities

Types of Care at Houston Transitional Care

Nursing Home Hospice Care Respite Care Memory Care

Contact Houston Transitional Care

Inspection History

In Texas, the Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is the primary regulatory body that conducts unannounced inspections and publishes quality reports for all long-term care homes.

3 visits/inspections

1 visits/inspections triggered by complaints

3 routine inspections

Results

3 with issues

0 without issues

Latest inspection

Date June 1, 2024
Routine

16 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Texas average: 32 deficiencies

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 3

Texas average 7.4


Last Health inspection on Jun 2024

Total health citations 16

Texas average 25.9

Citations per inspection
5.33

Texas average 3.67


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

15 of 16 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 1 of 16 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than Texas average

Texas average: 2


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than Texas average

Texas average: 0.4

0 critical citations More info Texas average: 2

0 serious citations More info Texas average: 0.4

15 moderate citations More info Texas average: 23

1 minor citation More info Texas average: 0.4
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation Info Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols. Jun 01, 2024
Corrected

Nutrition minor citation Info Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs. Jun 01, 2024
Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Info Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored. Jun 01, 2024
Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Info Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs. Jun 01, 2024
Corrected

Compare Nursing Homes around Harris County The information below is reported by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission.

5 facilities compared · CMS & TX Dept. of Health data · Updated Apr 2026

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Houston Transitional Care
HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Houston (Braeburn)
70
90.3%
+42%
3.17
-19%
-13%
0
16
5.3
0
72
-
75
El-Saadi, Ahmad
$21.8M
$4.5M
20.6%
676435
Caraday of Houston
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Houston (Northside / Northline)
150
23.5%
-63%
3.76
+29%
+4%
0
15
3.8
0
50
-
41
E&R Cunningham Investments, Lp
$3.0M
$1.6M
52.8%
676470
Magnolia Crossing Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Houston
128
73.1%
+15%
3.31
-9%
-9%
1
17
2.4
0
103
-
39
Magnolia Crossing Nh Llc
$9.1M
$5.6M
61.2%
676333
The Heights of North Houston
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Houston
131
71.1%
+12%
3.32
-13%
-9%
4
29
4.8
3
107
-
53
Touchstone Strategies-Nw Houston Llc
$10.1M
$3.3M
32.9%
676356
North Houston Transitional Care
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Houston
70
82.1%
+29%
3.27
-4%
-10%
1
10
2.0
2
65
-
41
Carnagie, Russell
$22.0M
$4.8M
22%
676434

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 147
Employees 95
Contractors 52
Staff to resident ratio 2.33:1
55% better than Texas average

Texas average ratio: 1.51:1

Avg staff/day 41
Average shift 8.4 hours
0% compared with Texas average

Texas average: 8.1 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 31,475
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 9
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.9 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 40
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.2 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 65
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.6 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

12.8%

4,027 contractor hours this quarter

Certified Nursing Assistant: 28 Licensed Practical Nurse: 21 Registered Nurse: 3
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant37286513,52091100%9.6
Licensed Practical Nurse1921406,65491100%8.2
Medication Aide/Technician6061,89991100%9.4
Registered Nurse6391,6429099%7.9
Speech Language Pathologist5051,4296673%6.6
Physical Therapy Aide4041,3656875%6.2
Qualified Social Worker2029916571%8.2
Physical Therapy Assistant4049276875%7.5
Clinical Nurse Specialist1015126470%8
Mental Health Service Worker1015126470%8
Dietitian1014766369%7.6
Respiratory Therapy Technician3034627481%6.1
Nurse Practitioner2024405560%8
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist1013294549%7.3
Administrator1012566470%4
Other Dietary Services Staff1014667%7.7
Qualified Activities Professional1011667%2.7
65 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
40 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
6 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days 100%
9 Registered Nurse
% of Days 99%
5 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 73%
4 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 75%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 71%
4 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 75%
1 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 70%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 70%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 69%
3 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 81%
2 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 60%
1 Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
% of Days 49%
1 Administrator
% of Days 70%
1 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 7%
1 Qualified Activities Professional
% of Days 7%

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total census
63 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
31 residents (49.2%)
Medicaid
32 residents (50.8%)

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 Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 5.5
36% better than Texas average

Texas average: 8.6

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 11.1
31% better than Texas average

Texas average: 16.0

Long-stay resident measures
Significantly above average Texas avg: 4.2 Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 9.9%
39% better than Texas average

Texas average: 16.2%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 10.6%
35% better than Texas average

Texas average: 16.2%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 12.9%
18% better than Texas average

Texas average: 15.7%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 0.0%
100% better than Texas average

Texas average: 3.2%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 7.1%
60% worse than Texas average

Texas average: 4.4%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.0%
100% better than Texas average

Texas average: 0.8%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 0.0%
100% better than Texas average

Texas average: 3.5%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 47.5%
1555% worse than Texas average

Texas average: 2.9%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 3.8%
52% better than Texas average

Texas average: 7.9%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
In line with Texas average

Texas average: 97.3%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
In line with Texas average

Texas average: 97.9%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 2.03
5% better than Texas average

Texas average: 2.13

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.54
26% better than Texas average

Texas average: 2.07

Short-stay resident measures
Above average Texas avg: 2.9 Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 99.8%
10% better than Texas average

Texas average: 90.4%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.0%
100% better than Texas average

Texas average: 1.4%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
14% better than Texas average

Texas average: 88.0%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 23.7%
8% better than Texas average

Texas average: 25.9%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 6.9%
43% better than Texas average

Texas average: 12.0%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 0.0%
100% better than Texas average

Texas average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 59.4%
11% better than Texas average

Texas average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 54.1%
7% better than Texas average

Texas average: 50.6%

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Community Care for the Aged and Disabled (CCAD)

TX Medicaid CCAD

Age 65+ or disabled, Texas resident, Medicaid-eligible, care need (not always nursing home level).

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Large state; rural access challenges.

Texas Community Care Services

TX CCS

Age 60+, Texas resident, at risk of decline.

~$2,000/month (individual, varies).

$5,000 (individual).

Limited funding; high demand in urban areas.

Area Agency on Aging (AAA) Services

Texas AAA Services

Age 60+, TX resident; no income/asset limits.

None; donations encouraged.

Not assessed.

28 AAAs; includes Meals on Wheels in some areas.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Texas Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, TX resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Texas Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (CEAP)

Age 60+ prioritized, TX resident, low-income.

~$3,970/month (185% FPL).

Not assessed.

Priority for elderly/disabled; covers gas, electric, propane.

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Texas Family Caregiver Support Program

Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; TX resident; 2+ ADLs.

No strict cap; prioritizes low-income (~$24,980/year).

Not assessed.

High rural demand; includes grandparent caregivers.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Texas SCSEP

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, TX resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Not specified.

Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Texas VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, TX resident, wartime service, ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

~$155,356 (net worth).

High veteran population; supports rural/urban needs.

Property Tax Exemption for Seniors

Texas Senior Property Tax Exemption

Age 65+, TX resident, homeowner (homestead).

None; tax-based eligibility.

Not assessed.

$25,000+ exemption; optional freeze in some counties; saves ~$500-$1,000/year.

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Texas SFMNP

Age 60+, TX resident, low-income.

~$2,322/month (185% FPL).

Not assessed.

Vouchers (~$50/season); serves ~20,000 via 28 AAAs.

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