Westminster’s Skilled Nursing and Long-Term Care
Skilled nursing and long-term care at Westminster in Austin, Texas, go beyond clinical support — they reflect a culture of dignity, respect, and individualized service. Residents at The Arbour Health Center experience a level of compassionate, expert care that has made us a perennial winner of the U.S. News & World Report’s Best Nursing Homes/Long-Term Care award. It’s proof of our commitment to quality, safety, and all the things that make us Extraordinary, Together.
Who is Skilled Nursing For?
Skilled nursing and long-term care serve individuals who:
- Are recovering from surgery, injury, or illness
- Require post-hospital or post-surgical rehabilitation
- Need 24/7 licensed nursing care and supervision
- Manage chronic conditions such as heart disease, stroke, or diabetes
- Need long-term support with daily living tasks due to age, frailty, or disability
Whether for a short-term stay or long-term residency, you can be sure we’ll provide care that prioritizes both physical health and emotional well-being.
Health Care Services & Support
At The Arbour Health Center, you or your loved one will benefit from a full spectrum of advanced medical services.
Our Services Include:
- Post-hospital and post-surgical care
- Orthopedic and joint replacement rehabilitation
- Post-stroke rehabilitation
- IV therapy
- Wound care management
- Speech, occupational, and physical therapy
- Nutrition management by registered dietitians
- Flexible admission hours
- Assistance with activities of daily living
Skilled Associates
Our award-winning associates are guided by Westminster’s CARES philosophy (Centered Around Resident Empowered Services), which ensures every resident’s lifelong patterns, preferences, and needs are respected in all aspects of care. This approach creates a personalized experience that prioritizes independence, dignity, and quality of life. With resident-to-associate ratios 1.5 times better than the national average, our skilled professionals provide attentive, individualized care.
Our Care Team Includes:
- Licensed Registered Nurses (RNs)
- Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs)
- Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs)
- Rehabilitation Therapists (Physical, Occupational, Speech)
- Consulting Physicians and Specialists
- Registered Dietitians
- Social Services Coordinators
- Spiritual Care Providers
- Life Enrichment Coordinators
Private Suites
At Westminster, comfort and privacy are as important as clinical care. Residents enjoy:
- Spacious, well-designed private or semi-private suites
- Chef-prepared meals tailored to specialized dietary needs
- Comfortable common areas for dining, socializing, and activities
- A full-service salon and relaxing outdoor spaces
Direct Admissions Welcome
While Westminster’s skilled nursing and long-term care services are part of our Life Care contract, we also offer direct admission for private pay residents on a space-available basis. Life Care residents benefit from predictable monthly fees and priority access. For private pay residents, direct admissions are available at current community rates, reflecting the full value of services provided.
FAQs
We offer Medicare 5-star-rated care, superior staffing ratios, individualized service through our CARES philosophy, and a hospitality-driven environment.
Yes. Direct admission is available for private pay residents at current community rates, pending availability.
All skilled nursing suites at Westminster do come furnished, but we encourage residents and their families to personalize their suites to make them feel like home.
Each resident has their own set of care needs. We work with the resident and their family members to establish a service plan to meet specific needs. The Arbour Health Center is staffed 24/7 with a licensed nurse to address care needs.
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