Nursing home / skilled nursing
James L. West Center For Dementia Care
Nursing home / skilled nursing in Fort Worth, Texas
| Provider details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 1111 Summit Ave |
| City | Fort Worth |
| State | Texas |
| ZIP code | 76102 |
| County | Tarrant |
| Phone | 817-877-1199 |
| Website | https://www.jameslwest.org |
| CMS certification number (CCN) | 745019 |
| Ownership | Non profit - Corporation |
| Certified beds | 112 |
| Certification | Medicare |
| First approved for Medicare/Medicaid | April 9, 2023 |
| Located in a hospital | N |
| Continuing care retirement community | N |
| Care types | skilled nursing, rehab services |
| Services offered | skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services, dementia care, short-term rehabilitation, respite services, senior day program, caregiver education, at-home dementia services |
James L. West Center For Dementia Care is in 1111 Summit Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76102. Phone: 817-877-1199. Ownership: Non profit - Corporation. CMS rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall (health inspection 2, staffing 5, quality measures 4).
The James L. West Center for Dementia Care in Fort Worth has specialized in dementia care since 1993. It provides residential long-term care, dementia-specialized short-term rehabilitation after a hospital stay, and respite services, along with a senior day program for people in the early to middle stages of dementia. The Center also brings dementia care into the home through its At Home Services and offers free caregiver education programs for families. CMS inspection and staffing detail: total weighted health survey score 145.750; 7 federal fines totaling $58298.00; total nursing staff turnover 29.5%.
More about this provider
| The James L. West Center for Dementia Care in Fort Worth is a faith-inspired, not-for-profit center serving people living with dementia, offering residential care, dementia-specialized short-term rehabilitation, respite services, a senior day program, at-home services, and caregiver education. | |
| Services and programs | Residential dementia care and long-term care; dementia-specialized short-term rehabilitation for individuals recovering from an illness, injury, or surgery following a qualifying hospital stay; respite services; a Senior Day Program offering safe, social daytime care for those in the early to middle stages of dementia; At Home Services bringing dementia care into the home, including RN delegation services for medication management, available with or without a dementia diagnosis; free caregiver education programs; and Dementia-IQ education for professional and family caregivers. |
| Who it serves | Persons impacted by dementia — individuals living with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias and their families. The Center serves all persons affected by dementia, no matter their faith background. |
| Visiting and contact details | 1111 Summit Avenue, Fort Worth, TX 76102; phone 817-877-1199. A second Fort Worth location at 6050 Harris Pkwy is also listed on the site with the same phone number. |
| Website | https://www.jameslwest.org |
Quality measures
Source: CMS · CMS processing date: 2026-10-01
| Star ratings and staffing hours | |
|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3 of 5 |
| Health inspection rating | 2 of 5 |
| Staffing rating | 5 of 5 |
| Quality measure rating | 4 of 5 |
| Long-stay quality rating | 4 of 5 |
| Short-stay quality rating | 5 of 5 |
| RN staffing hours per resident per day | 0.44 |
| Total nurse staffing hours per resident per day | 4.76 |
Inspection results
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Rating Cycle 1 Total Health Score | 48 |
| Total Weighted Health Survey Score | 145.750 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Total Health Score | 439 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Health Deficiency Score | 48 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Health Deficiency Score | 439 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Standard Survey Health Date | 2025-06-12 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Total Number of Health Deficiencies | 5 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Total Number of Health Deficiencies | 12 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Number of Standard Health Deficiencies | 5 |
| Number of Citations from Infection Control Inspections | 0 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Number of Complaint Health Deficiencies | 0 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Number of Complaint Health Deficiencies | 9 |
Staffing
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Nursing Case-Mix Index | 1.18501 |
| Registered Nurse turnover | 12.5 |
| Nursing Case-Mix Index Ratio | 0.84028 |
| Total nursing staff turnover | 29.5 |
| Reported LPN Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 1.30921 |
| Reported Licensed Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 1.74897 |
| Number of administrators who have left the nursing home | 1 |
| Reported Nurse Aide Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 3.01342 |
| Registered Nurse hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.27966 |
| Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 4.39360 |
Penalties
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Number of Fines | 7 |
| Number of Payment Denials | 1 |
| Total Number of Penalties | 8 |
| Total Amount of Fines in Dollars | 58298.00 |
Ownership
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Legal Business Name | JAMES L WEST PRESBYTERIAN SPECIAL CARE CENTER |
| Provider Changed Ownership in Last 12 Months | N |
Occupancy and payer mix
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Abuse Icon | Y |
| High Performing Icon | N |
| With a Resident and Family Council | Both |
| Average Number of Residents per Day | 100.6 |
| Automatic Sprinkler Systems in All Required Areas | Yes |
| Most Recent Health Inspection More Than 2 Years Ago | N |
Who pays for nursing home / skilled nursing?
What this care costs, and who pays — Medicare, Medicaid, or the family — is covered in these guides:
Nursing home / skilled nursing guide · Paying for care
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Common questions about James L. West Center For Dementia Care
Where is James L. West Center For Dementia Care located?
James L. West Center For Dementia Care is at 1111 Summit Ave, Fort Worth, Texas 76102.
What care and services does James L. West Center For Dementia Care offer?
James L. West Center For Dementia Care offers skilled nursing, rehab services, skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services, dementia care, short-term rehabilitation, respite services, senior day program.
Is James L. West Center For Dementia Care Medicare-certified?
Yes. James L. West Center For Dementia Care is certified for Medicare.
What is James L. West Center For Dementia Care's quality rating?
CMS gives James L. West Center For Dementia Care an overall star rating of 3 out of 5.
How do I contact James L. West Center For Dementia Care?
Call James L. West Center For Dementia Care at 817-877-1199.
How much does a nursing home cost?
The national median cost of a nursing home is $9,581 a month for a semi-private room and $10,798 a month for a private room (CareScout Cost of Care Survey, 2025). Costs in Texas can be higher or lower. See our guide to nursing home costs and who pays for the full picture.
Does Medicare pay for a nursing home?
Medicare Part A pays for skilled nursing care in a certified nursing home for up to 100 days in each benefit period. You need a hospital stay of at least 3 days first. You pay $0 a day for days 1 to 20, then $217 a day for days 21 to 100 (2026). After day 100, Medicare pays $0. Medicare does not pay for long-term care that only helps with daily tasks. Medicare Advantage plans cover skilled nursing too, with their own costs and rules. A Medigap plan can pay the daily cost share toward the Original Medicare benefit.
What is the difference between a nursing home and assisted living?
A nursing home gives skilled nursing care and rehab around the clock. Assisted living gives a room, meals, and help with daily tasks like bathing and dressing. It does not give round-the-clock nursing care. People who need daily medical care often need a nursing home. People who need help but not daily medical care often pick assisted living.
Who else pays for a nursing home besides Medicare?
Medicaid pays for nursing home care for people who meet its income and asset rules. It is the main payer for long stays. The VA pays for some veterans in VA or contract nursing homes. Long-term care insurance can pay for part of the cost. Most other costs are paid out of pocket.