SeniorCareRanked
Texas/Missouri City
18
Very Poor

Chelsea Gardens

4422 Riverstone Blvd, Missouri City, TX 77459
CMS Overall Rating

Summary

Chelsea Gardens is a 60-bed for profit - partnership nursing home located in Missouri City, Texas. It has an overall CMS rating of 1 out of 5 stars and a Trust Score of 18 out of 100, indicating below-average quality and potential concerns. Staff turnover is 65.8% — significantly higher than the national average of ~40%. This facility has received 2 fine(s) totaling $64,918. 3 health deficiencies were found during the most recent inspection.

How This Compares

Trust Score18/100 (↓ Worse than avg 55/100)
Overall Rating1/5 stars (↓ Worse than avg 3/5 stars)
Total Nurse Hours/Resident/Day4.4 hrs (↑ Better than avg 3.8 hrs)
RN Hours/Resident/Day1.12 hrs (↑ Better than avg 0.6 hrs)
Staff Turnover66% (↓ Worse than avg 40%)
Deficiencies3 (↑ Better than avg 4)

Red Flags

  • 2 fine(s) totaling $64,918
  • 2 penalty(ies) imposed
  • High staff turnover (65.8%)

CMS Star Ratings

Overall
Health Inspection
Staffing
Quality Measures

Staffing

Total nurse hours/resident/day4.4
RN hours/resident/day1.12
Staff turnover65.8%
RN turnover75%

Facility Information

Beds60
Avg residents33.6
OwnershipFor profit - Partnership
Provider typeMedicare and Medicaid
Deficiencies (last inspection)3
Resident/Family councilYes

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What to Look for When Visiting Chelsea Gardens

Use this checklist during an in-person visit. First impressions reveal more than brochures or websites ever will.

Is there an unpleasant smell?

A persistent odor (urine, feces, or heavy chemical deodorizer) indicates poor hygiene maintenance. Brief cooking smells are normal; lingering waste odors are not.

Are residents engaged or sitting idle?

Active residents (playing games, talking, in therapy) indicate quality programming. A room full of people staring at a TV during daytime is a concerning sign.

Count staff vs. residents during your visit

Chelsea Gardens reports 4.4 total nurse hours per resident per day. During your visit, observe whether staff seem rushed or overwhelmed — the real ratio matters more than reported numbers.

Ask about staff consistency

With 65.8% staff turnover (above the ~40% national average), ask: "Will my family member see the same caregivers regularly, or does staff rotate frequently?" Consistent caregivers notice changes in health sooner.

Ask about their most recent inspection

3 deficiencies were found in the last inspection. Ask specifically: "What were they, and what have you done to fix them?" A transparent facility will answer clearly.

Data from CMS Nursing Home Compare, a public database maintained by the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. This information is provided for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice or a recommendation. Always visit facilities in person and consult with healthcare professionals before making care decisions.