Best Nursing Homes in San Antonio–New Braunfels
Quick Answer
San Antonio–New Braunfels has 17 Medicare-certified nursing homes with an average SunsetWell score of 41.0/100. Top-rated facility: MORNINGSIDE MANOR (score: 96). Typical costs range $6,000-$12,000/month for private pay. 12% of facilities score 75+ (high-performing).
Market Overview
San Antonio's skilled nursing landscape shows below average quality with 17 facilities averaging a SunsetWell score of 41.0. 12% of facilities score 75 or higher, indicating limited availability of high-performing options.
The 91-point gap between highest and lowest-rated facilities highlights quality variation in this market. Families should review current state inspection reports, tour multiple facilities, and verify Medicaid/Medicare acceptance before making decisions.
Score Distribution
🏆 Exceptional Care (90-100)
MORNINGSIDE MANOR
EDEN HOME
Above Average (60-74)
ST. FRANCIS NURSING HOME
SUNDANCE INN HEALTH CENTER
LEGEND OAKS HEALTHCARE AND REHABILITATION - NEW BR
✓ Mixed Quality (40-59)
HARBOR VALLEY HEALTH AND REHABILITATION
MERIDIAN CARE MONTE VISTA
MESA VISTA INN HEALTH CENTER
⚠️ Lower-Performing (0-39)
BUENA VIDA NURSING AND REHAB-SAN ANTONIO
HUNTERS POND REHABILITATION AND HEALTHCARE
THE SARAH ROBERTS FRENCH HOME
THE RIO AT MISSION TRAILS
WURZBACH NURSING AND REHABILITATION
SUNRISE NURSING & REHAB CENTER
CASTLE HILLS REHABILITATION AND CARE CENTER
SAN ANTONIO NORTH NURSING AND REHABILITATION
WINDCREST NURSING AND REHABILITATION
How to Choose the Right Facility
If quality is your top priority:
→ Consider: MORNINGSIDE MANOR, EDEN HOME
These facilities score 75+ and demonstrate consistent excellence in health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.
For urgent placement:
Contact top-rated facilities first to check availability. Consider expanding search to nearby metros if needed. Avoid rushing into lower-scoring facilities—invest time in thorough evaluation even in emergencies.
Important: Always tour facilities personally, review current state inspection reports, and verify Medicare/Medicaid acceptance before making final decisions. Scores provide objective comparison but cannot replace in-person evaluation.
Detailed Comparison
| Rank | Facility | SunsetWell Score® (0-100 weighted) | Percentile (vs. state peers) | Health | Staffing | Quality |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MORNINGSIDE MANOR | 96 | 96 | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| 2 | EDEN HOME | 94 | 94 | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| 3 | ST. FRANCIS NURSING HOME | 70 | 71 | ⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| 4 | SUNDANCE INN HEALTH CENTER | 66 | 67 | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| 5 | LEGEND OAKS HEALTHCARE AND REHABILITATION - NEW BR | 65 | 65 | ⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐ |
| 6 | HARBOR VALLEY HEALTH AND REHABILITATION | 52 | 52 | ⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| 7 | MERIDIAN CARE MONTE VISTA | 52 | 52 | ⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐ |
| 8 | MESA VISTA INN HEALTH CENTER | 41 | 42 | ⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| 9 | BUENA VIDA NURSING AND REHAB-SAN ANTONIO | 38 | 39 | ⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| 10 | HUNTERS POND REHABILITATION AND HEALTHCARE | 34 | 34 | ⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| 11 | THE SARAH ROBERTS FRENCH HOME | 25 | 25 | ⭐⭐ | ⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| 12 | THE RIO AT MISSION TRAILS | 20 | 20 | ⭐ | ⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| 13 | WURZBACH NURSING AND REHABILITATION | 16 | 16 | ⭐⭐ | ⭐ | ⭐⭐ |
| 14 | SUNRISE NURSING & REHAB CENTER | 11 | 11 | ⭐⭐ | ⭐ | ⭐⭐ |
| 15 | CASTLE HILLS REHABILITATION AND CARE CENTER | 6 | 6 | ⭐ | ⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐ |
| 16 | SAN ANTONIO NORTH NURSING AND REHABILITATION | 5 | 5 | ⭐ | ⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐ |
| 17 | WINDCREST NURSING AND REHABILITATION | 5 | 5 | ⭐ | ⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐ |
Additional Resources
State Oversight
- • State Health Department: Check current inspection reports
- • Medicare Nursing Home Compare: medicare.gov/care-compare
- • State Ombudsman: Resident advocacy and complaints
Financial Planning
- • Elder Law Attorney Referral: Plan Medicaid eligibility
- • Veterans Benefits: VA Aid & Attendance
- • Long-Term Care Insurance: Review policy coverage
Disclaimer: This guide is educational only. SunsetWell scores are based on CMS data and peer-group analysis. Always tour facilities personally, speak with staff, review current state inspection reports, and consult healthcare professionals before making placement decisions.
Last updated: January 2025 | Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare, State Health Departments, SunsetWell Analysis