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Golden Years Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

318 Chambers St, Marlin, TX 76661 · Falls County

Discover compassionate care at Nursing Home Marlin by Golden Years Healthcare, providing comfort & support for senior living. Visit now for more information!

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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.
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Availability outlookUsually has openings

Typically 51% 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.

One of Marlin's top-rated skilled nursing communities

Golden Years Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Marlin, TX, with 86 certified beds and an average of about 44 residents per day. It operates as part of the Eduro Healthcare network.

Medicare rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 5/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 2.74 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.42 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 29.6%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 2 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $8,021 in the recent record.

Strengths

  • 5-star overall CMS rating
  • Strong health-inspection rating
  • Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
  • Full sprinkler system
  • Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

  • Below-average nurse staffing (2.74 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Marlin for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds
86
Avg. residents/day
44
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain
Eduro Healthcare
Continuing care
No
CMS provider #
675406

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 careMonthly costSource
Skilled Nursing$4,960–$7,440/mo (median $5,990)Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Waco 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
2.74
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
0.42
National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover
29.6%
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)
2
Federal fines
1 ($8,021)
Total penalties
1
Last standard survey
2025-08-07
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (12 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-08-07Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.

2025-08-07Severity 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.

2024-10-30Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

2024-07-03Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.

2024-07-03Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2024-06-03Severity J — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2024-06-03Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.

2023-04-27Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

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.

DateTypeAmount
2024-06-03Fine$8,021

Services & amenities

  • Full automatic sprinkler system
  • Medicare & Medicaid certified
  • 24-hour licensed nursing
  • On-site rehabilitation therapy
  • Physical therapy
  • Rehabilitation services
  • Wellness programs
  • Daily activities & events

Location

318 Chambers St, Marlin, 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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Common questions about Golden Years Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

How much does Golden Years Nursing and Rehabilitation Center cost?

Golden Years Nursing and Rehabilitation Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Marlin, TX area typically runs $4,960–$7,440 per month (median $5,990, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Golden Years Nursing and Rehabilitation Center's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Golden Years Nursing and Rehabilitation Center 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 5/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Golden Years Nursing and Rehabilitation Center?

Staff provide about 2.74 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 29.6% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Golden Years Nursing and Rehabilitation Center?

Golden Years Nursing and Rehabilitation Center has 12 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-08-07). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Golden Years Nursing and Rehabilitation Center have availability?

Typically 51% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Golden Years Nursing and Rehabilitation Center offer?

Golden Years Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Marlin, TX offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 86 beds.

The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you

Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.

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  • The best communities fill first: top-rated communities often run a waitlist — touring early holds your place in line.
  • Touring costs nothing and commits you to nothing — but it turns a future emergency into a calm, informed choice.

Your next steps — this week

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Data sources:CMS verifiedGoogleOfficial website

Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.

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