THE ARBORS HEALTHCARE AND REHABILITATION CENTER
1884 LOOP 343 WEST, Rusk, TX 75785
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How THE ARBORS HEALTHCARE AND REHABILITATION CENTER Compares
THE ARBORS HEALTHCARE AND REHABILITATION CENTER is a 110-bed for-profit nursing facility in Rusk, Texas. It holds an overall CMS rating of 2 out of 5 stars, below the Texas average of 2.6 stars. Its lowest sub-rating is staffing at 1 star. Its rate of falls resulting in major injury (5.7%) is above the Texas average of 3.3% — a measure worth asking the staff about. With 110 certified beds, it has notable available capacity at roughly 48% occupied.
Among the 2 nursing facilities ElderVoice tracks in Rusk, the local average is 2.0 stars.
By the numbers vs. Texas average
- Long-stay antipsychotic medication use: 11.0% — worse than the Texas average of 9.6%.
- Falls with major injury: 5.7% — worse than the Texas average of 3.3% (74% higher).
- High-risk pressure ulcers: 4.9% — worse than the Texas average of 3.8% (30% higher).
- Short-stay rehospitalization: 21.9% — better than the Texas average of 25.7%.
Comparisons use CMS Care Compare data (updated September 9, 2026) measured against Texas averages across 1177 facilities tracked by ElderVoice.
Questions to Ask THE ARBORS HEALTHCARE AND REHABILITATION CENTER
Use these facility-specific questions when calling admissions, touring the building, or comparing THE ARBORS HEALTHCARE AND REHABILITATION CENTER with other nursing homes in Rusk.
How is THE ARBORS HEALTHCARE AND REHABILITATION CENTER addressing its staffing levels rating?
CMS currently rates this category 1 out of 5 stars, so ask what specific improvements are underway and when the next survey update is expected.
What is THE ARBORS HEALTHCARE AND REHABILITATION CENTER doing to reduce falls with major injury?
Falls with major injury is 5.7% here versus 3.3% across Texas. Lower is generally better for this CMS measure.
What is THE ARBORS HEALTHCARE AND REHABILITATION CENTER doing to reduce high-risk pressure ulcers?
High-risk pressure ulcers is 4.9% here versus 3.8% across Texas. Lower is generally better for this CMS measure.
Why is THE ARBORS HEALTHCARE AND REHABILITATION CENTER's occupancy below many full facilities?
The facility reports roughly 48% occupancy across 110 certified beds. Lower occupancy can mean availability, but families should ask whether renovations, staffing, reputation, or service mix are factors.
How can a new family connect with existing councils at THE ARBORS HEALTHCARE AND REHABILITATION CENTER?
Active resident or family councils can provide useful context about daily life, responsiveness, and recurring concerns.
What would the first 30 days look like for a new resident at THE ARBORS HEALTHCARE AND REHABILITATION CENTER?
Ask who builds the care plan, how medication changes are communicated, how often families receive updates, and who to call after hours.
The Senior Community Around Rusk
Rusk sits in Cherokee County, where adults 65 and older make up about 17.4% of the population — a higher share of seniors than Texas as a whole (12.5% statewide). The area's median household income is lower than the state average, reflecting a more affordable area.
- Residents 65+
- 9,114 (17.4%)
- Median age
- 37.9 years
- Median household income
- $50,199
- Median home value
- $111,600
Demographics for Cherokee County from the U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Provided as local context for families comparing care options near Rusk.
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