Las Palmas in Cotulla is licensed as a nursing home, which means residents receive continuous skilled nursing care. Registered nurses and licensed vocational nurses are on duty around the clock to manage medications, monitor vital signs, provide wound care, and carry out physician-ordered treatments. The community also maintains on-site rehabilitation services, including physical, occupational, and speech therapy, aimed at helping residents regain or maintain function after surgery, illness, or injury. Laboratory services, pharmacy coordination, and regular physician visits are arranged on site to limit the need for outside appointments and to keep care consistent.
In addition to the clinical services, Las Palmas offers practical support with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, toileting, and mobility assistance. Staff members are trained to recognize changes in condition and to coordinate promptly with physicians and families. The community provides transportation for off-site medical appointments when needed, and an emergency call system is integrated throughout the building to allow residents to summon help quickly. Social services staff assist with discharge planning, care conferences, and any paperwork related to benefits or insurance, helping families navigate the administrative side of long-term care.
Accommodations at Las Palmas include a mix of private and semi-private rooms. Each room is equipped with basic furnishings, individual climate controls, and an accessible bathroom featuring grab bars and a nurse call pull cord. Housekeeping and personal laundry are handled by staff on a regular schedule, and maintenance requests are addressed promptly. Cable television and facility-wide Wi-Fi are available, although not every room includes these services automatically, so families should confirm specific features during a tour.
Meals are prepared daily in the facility’s commercial kitchen, and menus are overseen by a registered dietitian to meet a range of medical and cultural dietary requirements. Residents typically choose from multiple entrée options at each meal, and therapeutic diets such as low-sodium, diabetic, and pureed textures can be provided as ordered by a physician. Snacks and hydration stations are available between meals, and staff monitor each resident’s intake to support nutritional goals. Guest meals can be arranged with advance notice, allowing families to share dining time with their loved ones.
