Huebner Creek Health & Rehabilitation Center

    8306 Huebner Road, San Antonio, TX, 78240
    3.0 · 20 reviews
    • Skilled nursing
    AnonymousCurrent/former resident
    2.0

    Beautiful facility but declining care

    I had a mixed experience: the facility is beautiful, very clean, and many staff (therapy teams and Nurse Practitioners especially) were friendly and skilled. Recently I saw a clear decline-high turnover, understaffing, slow call responses, inconsistent cleanliness, and poor/prepackaged meals. I also experienced safety and care lapses (missed orders, inadequate bathroom help, falls, oxygen/feeding issues) and billing/communication problems. It could be excellent if leadership fixes staffing and accountability; for now I advise caution.

    Pricing

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 12-16 hour nursing
    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Restaurant-style dining
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Air-conditioning
    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Private bathrooms
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Computer center
    • Dining room
    • Fitness room
    • Gaming room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library
    • Wellness center

    Community services

    • Concierge services
    • Fitness programs
    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Planned day trips
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    3.05 · 20 reviews

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      2.5
    • Staff

      3.2
    • Meals

      2.2
    • Amenities

      3.5
    • Value

      1.4

    Pros

    • Beautiful, well-kept facility and grounds
    • Clean areas and pleasant entrance/appearance
    • Accommodating, friendly and respectful staff members
    • Knowledgeable and approachable therapy teams (PT/OT/speech)
    • Active, healing-focused activities department with daily programs
    • Emphasis on returning residents home after rehab
    • Some long-tenured staff and continuity of caregivers reported
    • Helpful and compassionate nurses and nurse practitioners
    • Front office and social services praised by some families
    • Staff who went the extra mile during COVID-19
    • Private rooms available and some up-to-date features
    • Strong therapy department with enjoyable daily therapy reported
    • Positive experiences after administrative/staffing improvements
    • Spanish-language positive feedback (“excelente lugar”)
    • Facility described as well-run by several reviewers

    Cons

    • Inconsistent quality of care across different shifts and stays
    • Understaffing and slow response to call bells
    • Serious clinical lapses (missed doctor orders, trachea not cleaned)
    • Falls with no notification to families
    • Allegations of improper nursing functions and lack of accountability
    • High staff turnover and declining quality over time
    • Poor or inconsistent cleanliness in some areas (urine smell, soiled linens)
    • Poor food quality; prepackaged/frozen meals and limited nutrition
    • Meals inappropriate for dietary needs (e.g., diabetics)
    • Billing issues and reports of overbilling or surprise large bills
    • Aggressive or inappropriate rehab pacing for some patients
    • Missing or malfunctioning equipment (feeding machine alarms)
    • Emergency room visits and at least one reported patient death
    • Poor communication with families and unresponsive social workers
    • COVID-19 visitation restrictions and altered meal/service routines
    • Some residents described an institutional or prison-like atmosphere
    • Outdated room furnishings (thin mattresses, small TVs)
    • Allegations of neglect, fraud, and fear for resident safety
    • Inconsistent management responsiveness (abrupt administrators)
    • Mixed reports on activities availability and meaningful engagement

    Summary review

    Overall sentiment in the reviews is highly mixed, with strong polarization between families who experienced compassionate, effective care and those who reported serious safety and quality problems. Multiple reviewers praised the facility’s physical appearance, many staff members, and especially the therapy and activities teams, describing a healing-focused rehabilitation approach and successful preparation for discharge home. At the same time, a substantial number of reviewers reported inconsistent or declining care quality, understaffing, and clinical lapses that raised safety concerns.

    Care quality and safety emerge as the central themes with wide variance. Positive accounts emphasize knowledgeable nursing and therapy teams, attentive rehabilitation, frequent daily interaction, and an active activities program that encourages engagement through current events, games, and individualized therapy. These reviewers credit long-tenured staff, helpful nurse practitioners, and social services for good coordination and family communication during stays. Conversely, negative reports describe missed doctor orders, inadequate bathroom assistance, failure to clean tracheas or respond to alarms, falls without notification, emergency room transfers, and at least one reported patient death. Such serious clinical lapses, plus allegations of fraud and neglect, indicate that care standards may be inconsistent and can occasionally fall far below expectations.

    Staffing, consistency, and management are recurring concerns. Several reviewers report understaffing, slow call-bell responses, lazy or inattentive CNAs, and high staff turnover that correlate with a perceived decline in care quality over time. Others note recent administrative changes that led to improvements, suggesting the facility’s performance can shift with leadership and staffing adjustments. Communication is similarly mixed: some families praise front office staff and social services for being welcoming and available, while others describe poor communication with family members (including those in the medical field) and unresponsive social workers. Specific management issues were cited, including abrupt Medicare/administration interactions and billing disputes.

    Facility, cleanliness, and environment show both strengths and weaknesses. Many reviews describe a beautiful facility, clean public areas, attractive entrance, and pleasant grounds. Several reviewers said staff went the extra mile during COVID-19 and that the facility appeared up-to-date and well-run. However, other accounts describe urine odors in hallways, soiled linens, inconsistent room cleanliness, outdated mattresses, small TVs, and an institutional atmosphere for some residents. These divergent accounts reinforce the pattern of variable experiences depending on unit, shift, or timing.

    Dining and activities also produce split feedback. Positive reviewers enjoyed good food with options and praised the activities department as engaging and supportive of recovery. Negative reviewers reported poor meal quality (prepackaged/frozen), meals unsuitable for dietary restrictions like diabetes, and a general lack of meaningful activities for some residents. COVID-related changes to menu and visitation have also influenced perceptions of dining and engagement.

    Billing and administrative matters are additional red flags in a subset of reviews. There are complaints about overbilling, unexpected large bills after discharge, and uncertainty about pricing and private-pay costs. These financial concerns, combined with reports of abrupt administrative behavior, suggest families should closely review billing practices and discharge paperwork.

    Taken together, the reviews portray a facility with clear strengths — particularly in therapy, some compassionate staff, and attractive physical space — but also significant and recurring weaknesses around staffing consistency, clinical safety, communication, and dining. The variability suggests the facility can and does provide very good care at times, but that performance is uneven and can deteriorate with staff turnover or changing administration. For prospective residents and families, these patterns imply the importance of: visiting in person to observe current staffing and cleanliness; asking specific questions about nurse-to-patient ratios and recent incidents; reviewing the facility’s most recent inspection and staffing records; clarifying billing and insurance details up front; and preparing to advocate actively for care if needed. The facility shows potential and has favorable aspects to build on, but the frequency and severity of negative reports warrant caution and careful, ongoing oversight by families during any stay.

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    About Huebner Creek Health & Rehabilitation Center

    Huebner Creek Health & Rehabilitation Center is dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate care to every resident, with a strong emphasis on creating a home-like environment. The staff focuses on the unique needs of each individual, developing personalized care plans to ensure each resident receives the support and attention they require. Residents benefit from healthy, nutritious, and delicious meals prepared daily, catering to their dietary preferences and requirements to promote their overall well-being.

    The center offers a wide range of skilled care and rehabilitation services designed to promote recovery, independence, and quality of life. Programs such as rehab-to-home nursing, restorative care, and wound care are tailored to help residents regain strength and confidence following injury, surgery, or illness. Specialized therapies are available, including physical, occupational, and speech therapy, implemented by a highly qualified team who supports residents throughout their journey to improved health. Huebner Creek Health & Rehabilitation Center also provides focused care for stroke and neurological conditions, surgery recovery, cardiac-related illnesses, and diabetes management.

    In addition to core healthcare services, residents at Huebner Creek Health & Rehabilitation Center have access to a variety of supplemental offerings. These include podiatry, dentistry, optometry, and hospice care, ensuring that every aspect of their health is addressed. Medication management is meticulously handled, and all nutritional needs are supported by comprehensive nutritional services. Residents can also enjoy beauty and barber services for personal grooming, as well as laundry and housekeeping to help maintain a comfortable living environment.

    The lifestyle at Huebner Creek Health & Rehabilitation Center is further enriched with engaging activities and religious services designed to support social, spiritual, and emotional well-being. Transportation services are available for medical appointments and outings, facilitating greater independence and access to the broader community. Through an online portal, families can remain informed about their loved one’s health and daily experiences, fostering a connection and providing peace of mind regardless of distance.

    The care team at Huebner Creek Health & Rehabilitation Center is deeply committed to continuous improvement and to listening attentively to the needs and concerns of residents and their families. A dedicated customer care line ensures that any feedback or issues can be addressed promptly and confidentially, demonstrating the center’s ongoing focus on resident satisfaction and well-being.

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