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Ashford Gardens

7210 Northline Dr, Houston, TX 77076 · Harris County

Ashford Gardens, located in Houston, TX, is a skilled nursing facility and rehabilitation center in the Cantex Continuing Care Network.

3.0CMS overall rating(713) 699-2882 Visit website ↗

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Haven Scout Score

Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.

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Availability outlookUsually has openings

Typically 65% full — availability is generally good.

Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

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A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Houston

Ashford Gardens is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Houston, TX, with 202 certified beds and an average of about 132 residents per day. It operates as part of the Cantex Continuing Care network.

Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.24 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.33 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 40.2%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 11 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $11,009 in the recent record.

Strengths

✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average nurse staffing (3.24 hrs/resident/day)

Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Houston, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.

At a glance

Certified beds: 202
Avg. residents/day: 132
Ownership: For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Cantex Continuing Care
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 675423

Federal quality ratings

From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.

Overall rating

Health inspections

Staffing

Quality measures

Pricing & cost

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$5,280–$7,920/mo (median $6,380)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Houston prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 3.24; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.33; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 40.2%; National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

Health deficiencies (last survey): 11
Federal fines: 1 ($11,009)
Total penalties: 1
Last standard survey: 2025-01-10
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (21 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-03-31Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

2025-10-25Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compar…

2025-10-25Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2025-10-25Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

2025-10-25Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.

2025-01-10Severity F — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2025-01-10Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

2025-01-10Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.

Penalty history

Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.

Date	Type	Amount
2024-05-17	Fine	$11,009

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Memory care
✓ Respite / short-term stays
✓ Scheduled transportation
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ On-site salon / barber
✓ Chapel / worship services
✓ Housekeeping & laundry
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Gardens / walking paths
✓ Library
✓ Private rooms available
✓ 24-hour staff

Location

7210 Northline Dr, Houston, TX

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Reviews & reputation

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4.2

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Common questions about Ashford Gardens

How much does Ashford Gardens cost?

Ashford Gardens does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Houston, TX area typically runs $5,280–$7,920 per month (median $6,380, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Ashford Gardens's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Ashford Gardens 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Ashford Gardens?

Staff provide about 3.24 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 40.2% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Ashford Gardens?

Ashford Gardens has 21 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-01-10). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Ashford Gardens have availability?

Typically 65% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Ashford Gardens offer?

Ashford Gardens in Houston, TX offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 202 beds.

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