Assisted Living Home

Morningside at the Meadows

Assisted Living Home

Morningside at the Meadows

602 Babcock Rd, San Antonio, TX 78201 View map
Overview of Morningside at the Meadows

Located in San Antonio, Texas, Morningside at The Meadows stands as a distinguished continuing care senior living community devoted to meeting the diverse needs of older adults. Providing an array of independent living options, Morningside at The Meadows creates an environment where seniors can relish the comforts of home without the burdens of maintenance. Whether one seeks independent living, assisted living, long-term care, or transitional care, Morningside at The Meadows provides a welcoming and enriching environment for seniors to embrace as their home.
Conveniently situated on Babcock Road, The Meadows radiates warmth, friendliness, and relaxation, seamlessly blending with the essence of senior living. Residents find elegant living spaces within the four-story Atrium Apartments, including studios and one- or two-bedroom residences. Accessible amenities encompass a state-of-the-art theater room, a modern gym, and delightful cuisine served at the Meadowlark Restaurant. The community is embraced by acres of scenic grounds, fostering a tranquil atmosphere. The outdoor experience is enhanced by picturesque gardens and well-maintained lawns, offering a serene setting.

(210) 731-1000

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
2/5
Texas average: 3.0/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
2/5
Texas average: 2.9/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
3/5
Texas average: 2.4/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
4/5
Texas average: 4.0/5

Nursing care per resident

Info Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
3h 35m per day

This home provides 5% less nursing time per resident than the Texas average.

Texas average: 3h 46m per day

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 147

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Texas average
Occupancy rate 49.8%
Residents per day (avg) 83
Occupancy rate
49.8%
Residents per day (avg)
83

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

34% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 29 days

Private pay

63% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 2 - 3 months

Medicaid

3% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 3 - 4 years

Finances and operations

Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$7.1M
Operating deficit
-$2.5M
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$7,109,503.00
Operating deficit
$-2,495,092.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$4.6M
65% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$5.0M
Total costs $9.6M
Bed community size
147-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
54 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 46 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
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Services

Medicare/medicaid

About this community

License details

Facility type
Nursing
Issuance January 4, 2023
Expiration January 4, 2026
County: BEXAR

Additional licensing details

License number: 149119
Year opened: 9/1/1971

Ownership & operating entity

Morningside at the Meadows is administrated by CRISTYAN LOREDO.

Management company: MORNINGSIDE MINISTRIES
Owner: GUADALUPE COUNTY HOSPITAL BOARD
Ownership type: HOSPITAL DISTRICT/AUTHORITY

Type Of Units

Medicare
92 units
Medicaid and Medicare
55 units
Total beds
147 units

Staffing

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

Leadership

Contact: Owner Manager, Owner/Manager
Administrator email: [email protected]
Contact Morningside at the Meadows

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 3

Texas average 7.4


Last Health inspection on Aug 2025

Total health citations 24
Citations per inspection
8

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

23 of 24 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 1 of 24 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 2
In line with Texas average

Texas average: 2


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

Texas average: 0.4

2 critical citations More info Texas average: 2

0 serious citations More info Texas average: 0.4

22 moderate citations More info Texas average: 23

0 minor citations More info Texas average: 0.4
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation Aug 07, 2025
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Aug 07, 2025
Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Aug 07, 2025
Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Aug 07, 2025
Corrected

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The information below is reported by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission.
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SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

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Places of interest near Morningside at the Meadows

Address 4.8 miles from city center — 0.92 miles to nearest hospital (Methodist Hospital Texsan)

Address 602 Babcock Rd, San Antonio, TX 78201

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

123
Total Staff
121
Employees
2
Contractors
30,333
Total Hours (Quarter)
37
Avg Staff/Day
9
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse79.4 No
Licensed Practical Nurse239.9 No
Certified Nursing Assistant409.8 No
Staff by Category
Administration
3 staff
8.1hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
82 staff
9.8hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
2 staff
10hs shift avg
Therapy Services
25 staff
6.1hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
1 staff
8.6hs shift avg
Social Services
7 staff
3.6hs shift avg
Dietary Services
2 staff
8.3hs shift avg
Other Services
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
0.9%
of total hours from contractors
286 contractor hours this quarter
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1 Medical Director: 1
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant4004012,31391100%9.8
Licensed Practical Nurse230238,38391100%9.9
Registered Nurse7071,1588290%9.4
Medication Aide/Technician3031,0348796%11.2
Administrator2029286470%8
Speech Language Pathologist9098658189%6.6
RN Director of Nursing2027126470%8
Physical Therapy Aide8087037987%5.5
Clinical Nurse Specialist1015784954%11.8
Mental Health Service Worker1015126470%8
Other Dietary Services Staff1014995864%8.6
Dietitian1014645864%8
Nurse Practitioner1013604549%8
Nurse Aide in Training7073483943%7
Physical Therapy Assistant3033465662%5.4
Respiratory Therapy Technician4043365560%5.8
Qualified Social Worker7073116875%3.6
Occupational Therapy Aide0112563235%8
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist1011992325%8.6
Medical Director0113033%10

Facility Characteristics

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

Total census
78 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
4 residents (5.1%)
Medicaid
32 residents (41%)
Private pay or other
42 residents (53.8%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

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. 12.4
44% worse 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. 26.9
68% worse than Texas average

Texas average: 16.0

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 27.9%
73% worse than Texas average

Texas average: 16.2%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 25.7%
58% worse 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 27.1%
73% worse 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 2.0%
40% 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 4.7%
6% worse than Texas average

Texas average: 4.4%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.4%
50% better than Texas average

Texas average: 0.8%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 1.9%
46% better than Texas average

Texas average: 3.5%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 1.3%
55% better than Texas average

Texas average: 2.9%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 6.5%
17% 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%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 99.2%
10% better than Texas average

Texas average: 90.4%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 3.0%
105% worse than Texas average

Texas average: 1.4%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 85.6%
In line with Texas average

Texas average: 88.0%

Penalties and fines

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 $86K
7% higher than Texas average

Texas average: $80K

Number of fines 2
20% fewer fines than Texas average

Texas average: 2.5

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 0
100% fewer payment denials than Texas average

Texas average: 0.2

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $86K
Texas average $80K
Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Aug 14, 2025
$17K
Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Jun 30, 2024
$69K

Last updated: Jan 2026

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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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