Sunland Retirement Center
Nursing Home · Texas, TX

Sunland Retirement Center

Nursing Home · Texas, TX

Overview of Sunland Retirement Center

Sunland Retirement Center is a faith-based senior living community in Seminole, Texas, offering independent living and assisted living. This Type B licensed community is managed by Sunland Retirement Inc. in Gaines County, featuring 36 beds designed for older adults in West Texas who appreciate a Christian-oriented atmosphere. With a smaller scale, its environment focuses on intimacy and affordability over large-scale institutional services.

The daily experience within this community is centered on a quiet, routine-driven lifestyle. Three meals are provided every day, which can be enjoyed in the communal dining hall or delivered directly to their rooms for a more personal touch. While the amenities are straightforward, they cover essential needs, including laundry services, basic cable, free Wi-Fi, and consistent housekeeping. A 24-hour call button is provided, along with structured visiting hours to help preserve a peaceful and organized environment for all residents.

Regulatory oversight is managed by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission, which accumulated a total of seven state standard violations. In the most recent review from early 2025, the community demonstrated a strong commitment to clinical care, recording only a single health-related citation, which is lower than the state average. While six Life Safety citations were cited in an earlier inspection, related to fire drills and system maintenance, which were all addressed and resolved by mid-2024. The overall records show no enforcement actions, indicating that the community effectively balances its mission-driven culture with state safety requirements.

For those seeking a relatively affordable senior housing option, Sunland Retirement Center stands out for its significant value. Independent living begins at $1,800 per month, while assisted living starts at $2,150, rates that are notably lower than both state and national benchmarks. A $1,000 deposit is required for move-in. This setting is an ideal match for older adults who prioritize a close-knit, faith-based culture and a simple, rural Texas lifestyle over extensive on-site medical infrastructure or elaborate social programming.

Bed community size
36-bed community Rank #757 / 987Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 757th out of 987 homes in Texas. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Texas SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 64 / 100 Rank #209 / 1392Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 209th out of 1392 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

License Details

Facility TypeType B
StatusLicensed
CountyGaines
License Number311131

Ownership & Operating Entity

Sunland Retirement Center is legally operated by Sunland Retirement Center Inc.

Owner NameSunland Retirement Center Inc

Safety & Compliance

Safety Features24-hour call buttons for added security.

Memory & Specialized Care

1 service
No Alzheimer's certification

Amenities & Lifestyle

Free Wifi
Basic Cable
Laundry Services
Custodial Services
Dining Hall
Visiting Area
ActivitiesVisiting hours are from 8:00 AM to 12:30 PM and 2:30 PM to 9:00 PM.
Specific ProgramsHousekeeping services
Operating HoursVisiting hours: 8:00 AM to 12:30 PM and 2:30 PM to 9:00 PM.

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$1,800 (Independent) per month
Starting Price$2,150 (Assisted) per month
Move-in Deposit$1,000

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionThree meals a day provided in the dining hall or in a resident’s room if requested.

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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.

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Texas state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Overall vs. TX average 2 Worse Metrics worse than Texas average:
• Total citations (17% above)
• Inspections with citations (100% above)
1 At Avg Metrics at Texas average:
• Life safety citations (at TX avg)
1 Better Metrics better than Texas average:
• Health citations (50% below)

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityTX Averagevs. TX Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 76 This facility has 17% more total citations than a typical Texas nursing home (7 vs. TX avg 6).↑ 17% worse
Health citations Info Violations related to resident care, clinical practices, and day-to-day operations. 12 This facility has 50% fewer health citations than a typical Texas nursing home (1 vs. TX avg 2).↓ 50% better
Life safety citations Info Violations related to building safety — fire prevention, emergency egress, and similar. 66 This facility has life safety citations in line with the Texas average (6 vs. TX avg 6).— At avg

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityTX Averagevs. TX Avg
Inspections with citations Info Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation. 21 This facility has 100% more inspections with citations than a typical Texas nursing home (2 vs. TX avg 1).↑ 100% worse

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

Sunland Retirement Center underwent a comprehensive inspection on January 03, 2025, resulting in 7 state standard violations. Of these, 6 were classified as Life Safety Code deficiencies and 1 was related to the Health Code. The Life Safety Code issues included failures to conduct required fire drills, maintain fire alarm and sprinkler systems, separate the facility from other occupancies, provide adequate laundry facilities, and ensure smoke compartmentation. These deficiencies were corrected between May 22, 2024, and July 24, 2024. No Health Code violations were listed during this inspection. The facility had no state standard violations related to resident care or building maintenance. No enforcement actions were found in relation to these inspections.

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Sunland Retirement Center is located in SEMINOLE, Texas.
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Community Care for the Aged and Disabled (CCAD)

TX Medicaid CCAD

Age 65+ or disabled
General Texas resident, Medicaid-eligible, care need (not always nursing home level).
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
TX

Large state; rural access challenges.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$60/day) Home aides

Texas Community Care Services

TX CCS

Age 60+
General Texas resident, at risk of decline.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $5,000 individual
TX

Limited funding; high demand in urban areas.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Area Agency on Aging (AAA) Services

Texas AAA Services

Age 60+
General TX resident; no income/asset limits.
Income Limits (2025) None; donations encouraged.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
TX

28 AAAs; includes Meals on Wheels in some areas.

Benefits
Meals (~$5-$7/meal) Transportation Homemaker services (~4 hours/week) Respite (~5 days/year) Legal aid

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Texas Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General TX resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
TX

Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Texas Family Caregiver Support Program

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; TX resident; 2+ ADLs.
Income Limits (2025) No strict cap; prioritizes low-income ~$24,980/year
Asset Limits Not assessed.
TX

High rural demand; includes grandparent caregivers.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

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

Texas VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General TX resident, wartime service, ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth
TX

High veteran population; supports rural/urban needs.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs

Property Tax Exemption for Seniors

Texas Senior Property Tax Exemption

Age 65+
General TX resident, homeowner (homestead).
Income Limits (2025) None; tax-based eligibility.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
TX

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

Benefits
Tax exemption or freeze (~$500-$1,000/year savings)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Texas SFMNP

Age 60+
General TX resident, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
TX

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

Benefits
Vouchers (~$50/season) for produce at farmers’ markets

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Frequently Asked Questions about Sunland Retirement Center

Is Sunland Retirement Center in a walkable area?

Sunland Retirement Center has a walk score of 64. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

How many beds does Sunland Retirement Center have?

Sunland Retirement Center has 36 beds.

Has Sunland Retirement Center had any recent deficiencies or citations?

Sunland Retirement Center has had 7 recently reported deficiencies.

Are there photos of Sunland Retirement Center?

Yes — there are 9 photos of Sunland Retirement Center in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Sunland Retirement Center?

Sunland Retirement Center is located at 143 CR 200-F.

What is the phone number of Sunland Retirement Center?

(432) 758-0828 will put you in contact with the team at Sunland Retirement Center.

What county is Sunland Retirement Center located in?

Sunland Retirement Center is in Gaines County.

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