Merkel Nursing Center
1704 N 1st St, Merkel, TX 79536
Phone: (325) 928-5673
About Merkel Nursing Center
Merkel Nursing Center in Merkel, Texas offers skilled nursing and both short‑term rehabilitation and long‑term care in a facility with about 66 beds. Therapies on site include physical, occupational and speech therapy, and the center lists respiratory, IV and wound care among its clinical services. The community also notes memory care and respite stays as available care options.
Daily life at the center is described as including planned social and family activities, dietary services that consider individual preferences, and an active calendar of events and performances. Practical details from provider pages list in‑house clinical support such as consultant pharmacists and visiting physicians, transportation for outings, and wellness programs intended to support residents’ routines and therapy goals.
Amenities
Room
- Cable
- Telephone
- Housekeeping and linen services
- Private bathrooms
- Air-conditioning
- Kitchenettes
- Fully furnished
- Wifi
Healthcare services
- Medication management
- Activities of daily living assistance
- Assistance with transfers
- Assistance with dressing
- Mental wellness program
- Assistance with bathing
Common areas
- Wellness center
- Dining room
- Outdoor space
- Garden
- Small library
- Gaming room
- Computer center
- Fitness room
- Beauty salon
Community services
- Concierge services
- Fitness programs
- Move-in coordination
Activities
- Scheduled daily activities
- Community-sponsored activities
- Resident-run activities
- Planned day trips
Meals and dining
- Meal preparation and service
- Diabetes diet
- Special dietary restrictions
- Restaurant-style dining
Healthcare staffing
- 24-hour call system
- 24-hour supervision
- 12-16 hour nursing
Transportation
- Transportation arrangement
- Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
- Community operated transportation
Location
1704 N 1st St
Merkel, TX 79536