Temple, TX · 23 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Temple's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $4,880–$7,320/mo
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Caraday of Lampasas
1000 E Ave J, Lampasas, TX 76550 · Lampasas County
On Monday, June 13 Caraday of Lampasas welcomed Brad Buckley (R)
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StrongHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.
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Availability outlookUsually has openings
Typically 67% 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
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Lampasas
Caraday of Lampasas is a government-owned skilled nursing facility in Lampasas, TX, with 76 certified beds and an average of about 51 residents per day. It operates as part of the Caraday Healthcare network.
Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.18 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.35 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 46.7%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 3 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 3 federal fines totaling $16,426 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Strong health-inspection rating
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.18 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Lampasas for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 76
- Avg. residents/day
- 51
- Ownership
- Government - Hospital district
- Part of a chain
- Caraday Healthcare
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 676473
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
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $4,880–$7,320/mo (median $5,900) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Killeen prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 3.18
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.35
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 46.7%
- 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)
- 3
- Federal fines
- 3 ($16,426)
- Total penalties
- 3
- Last standard survey
- 2026-02-26
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (13 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-02-26Severity F — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
2026-02-26Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2025-12-22Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2024-11-07Severity G — actual harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
2024-11-07Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2024-11-07Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident 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.
2024-11-07Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
2024-03-06Severity H — actual harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-11-07 | Fine | $2,243 |
| 2024-03-06 | Fine | $10,829 |
| 2023-09-14 | Fine | $3,354 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
Location
1000 E Ave J, Lampasas, 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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How much does Caraday of Lampasas cost?
Caraday of Lampasas does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Lampasas, TX area typically runs $4,880–$7,320 per month (median $5,900, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Caraday of Lampasas's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Caraday of Lampasas 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Caraday of Lampasas?
Staff provide about 3.18 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 46.7% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Caraday of Lampasas?
Caraday of Lampasas has 13 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-02-26). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Caraday of Lampasas have availability?
Typically 67% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Caraday of Lampasas offer?
Caraday of Lampasas in Lampasas, TX offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 76 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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