Information for Nursing Home Consumers and Their Families

Consumers photograph. The Nursing Home Quality Initiative (NHQI) is designed to help consumers find nursing homes that consistently provide a high quality of care for their residents.

These resources can help consumers find and evaluate nursing homes in Texas using Nursing Home Compare.

Nursing Home Resources

Nursing Home Checklist (27kb PDF)
Checklists can help you evaluate the nursing homes that you call or visit. Use a new checklist for each home you call or visit. Then, compare the scores. This will help you select a nursing home that is a good choice for you or your relative.

Family Handbook Guide for Long Term Care (239kb PDF)
This handbook can help you learn what to expect when a family member moves into a long-term care facility. It also gives tips on how to stay involved in caregiving.

Pressure Ulcer Prevention & Treatment Brochure for Residents & Families (152kb PDF)
This brochure can help you learn more about pressure ulcer prevention and treatment.

Steps for Choosing and Evaluating Nursing Homes
Follow these steps to (1) find nursing homes in your area, (2) evaluate them and (3) prepare for long-term care. You can also find nursing home-related websites and resources for more information.

Depression Information for You: A guide for Older Adults (2.4MB)
Information for friends and family of seniors with depression.

Related Nursing Home Web Links
Other sources of information for nursing home consumers and their families.