SeniorCareRanked
Texas/Fort Worth
11
Very Poor

James L West Center for Dementia Care

1111 Summit Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76102
CMS Overall Rating

Summary

James L West Center for Dementia Care is a 112-bed non profit - corporation nursing home located in Fort Worth, Texas. It has an overall CMS rating of 2 out of 5 stars and a Trust Score of 11 out of 100, indicating below-average quality and potential concerns. Staff turnover is 41.1%. This facility has received 9 fine(s) totaling $63,236. 5 health deficiencies were found during the most recent inspection.

How This Compares

Trust Score11/100 (↓ Worse than avg 55/100)
Overall Rating2/5 stars (↓ Worse than avg 3/5 stars)
Total Nurse Hours/Resident/Day4.8 hrs (↑ Better than avg 3.8 hrs)
RN Hours/Resident/Day0.35 hrs (↓ Worse than avg 0.6 hrs)
Staff Turnover41% (↓ Worse than avg 40%)
Deficiencies5 (↓ Worse than avg 4)

Red Flags

  • Abuse icon flagged by CMS
  • 9 fine(s) totaling $63,236
  • 10 penalty(ies) imposed

CMS Star Ratings

Overall
Health Inspection
Staffing
Quality Measures

Staffing

Total nurse hours/resident/day4.8
RN hours/resident/day0.35
Staff turnover41.1%
RN turnover25%

Facility Information

Beds112
Avg residents100
OwnershipNon profit - Corporation
Provider typeMedicare
Deficiencies (last inspection)5
Resident/Family councilNo

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What to Look for When Visiting James L West Center for Dementia Care

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

James L West Center for Dementia Care reports 4.8 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

Staff turnover is 41.1% — near the national average. Still ask whether your family member will have consistent caregivers assigned.

Ask about their most recent inspection

5 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.