nursing home in Clifton, TX
Sunset Home
1800 W 9th Street, Clifton, TX 76634 · (254) 675-8637
★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★2
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Sunset Home at a glance
Sunset Home is a 128-bed government nursing home in Clifton, Texas (Bosque County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the Texas average of 2.7.
Residents receive about 2.6 hours of nursing care per day (0.3 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (May 29, 2025) found 4 health citations. The Texas average is 9.4.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $14,020.
Nursing staff turnover is 37.2% per year (state average 55.3%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Government - Hospital District
- Beds
- 128
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- May 15, 2000
- Continuing care retirement community
- Yes
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- Bosque County
- CMS Certification Number
- 675826
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 1.9 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.7 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 2.65 hrs | 3.39 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.34 hrs | 0.43 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.67 hrs | 2.01 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.28 hrs | 2.98 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 37.2% | 55.3% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 14.3% | 54.6% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 4 | 9 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 4 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 53.8 | 102 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $14,020 | $44,141 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 2 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 128 | 113 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 122 | 76 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 94.9% | 67.6% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 3.9% | 3.3% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 2.2% | 3.8% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 12.9% | 9.6% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 2.4% | 0.8% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 0.3% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 14.9% | 15.8% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 18.5% | 14% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 2.9% | 3% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 2.5% | 2.4% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 17.2% | 18% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 19.1% | 13.4% | 19% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 99.1% | 98% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.5% | 96.6% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Texas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 2.3% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 96.1% | 88% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 92.9% | 88.9% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 13 health deficiencies and 7 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 29, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 12, 2025 |
| May 29, 2025 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 28, 2025 |
| May 29, 2025 Standard | Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0700 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 28, 2025 |
| May 29, 2025 Standard | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 28, 2025 |
| May 29, 2025 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 28, 2025 |
| March 26, 2025 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected April 26, 2025 |
| April 11, 2024 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 13, 2025 |
| April 11, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 13, 2025 |
| April 11, 2024 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 13, 2025 |
| April 11, 2024 Fire safety | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 15, 2025 |
| April 11, 2024 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 15, 2025 |
| April 11, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 15, 2025 |
| April 11, 2024 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 3, 2024 |
| April 11, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 3, 2024 |
| April 11, 2024 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 3, 2024 |
| November 22, 2023 Complaint | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 12, 2023 |
| November 22, 2023 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 12, 2023 |
| February 16, 2023 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 14, 2023 |
| February 16, 2023 Standard | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 14, 2023 |
| February 16, 2023 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 14, 2023 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports 2 federal penalties in the past three years, including $14,020 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| March 26, 2025 | Payment Denial | 2 days from April 24, 2025 |
| March 26, 2025 | Fine | $14,020 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| BOSQUE COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 07/01/2019 |
| ALLEN, LANCE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2019 |
| BOSQUE COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/02/2025 |
| GLOFF, VICKI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2019 |
| HECKER, MICHAEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/10/2006 |
| LUTHERAN SUNSET MINISTRIES Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2019 |
| PICKETT, JERRY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2019 |
| QUALLS, RUSTIN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2019 |
| RUETER, RODNEY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/03/1997 |
| SQUYRES, JUSTIN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2019 |
| WILLMANN, ADAM Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2019 |
| GLOFF, VICKI Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2019 |
| HECKER, MICHAEL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/10/2006 |
| PICKETT, JERRY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2019 |
| RUETER, RODNEY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/03/1997 |
| WILLMANN, ADAM Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2019 |
| ABRIGHT, STEPHANIE Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/05/2019 |
| BENNETT, LESLIE Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/06/2018 |
| BLOSSOM, THOMAS Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/22/2020 |
| BRATCHER, NANCY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/06/2018 |
| CLIFTON, GEORGE Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/26/2018 |
| DUNBAR, JOHN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2023 |
| ERICKSON, JOHN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/26/2018 |
| FERGUSON, CHARLES Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/03/2020 |
| HEINLEY, VIRGINIA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/05/2019 |
| HOPKINS, CHARLES Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/26/2018 |
| PARKS, ROGER Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/26/2018 |
| PHILLIPS, ROBERT Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2023 |
| THIELE, JOHN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/25/2025 |
| VILLARREAL, VIRGINIA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/26/2018 |
| WOLFGANG, ED Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/07/2023 |
| WRIGHT, DON Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2022 |
| ALLEN, LANCE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2019 |
| BOSQUE COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2019 |
| HECKER, MICHAEL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/10/2006 |
| LUTHERAN SUNSET MINISTRIES Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2019 |
| QUALLS, RUSTIN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2019 |
| RUETER, RODNEY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/03/1997 |
| WILLMANN, ADAM Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2019 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Sunset Home's rating?
Sunset Home has 3 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Texas nursing homes is 2.7 stars.
How many inspection citations did Sunset Home receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 4 citations, compared with a Texas average of 9.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Sunset Home accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Sunset Home?
It is government - hospital district. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Sunset Home and how do I contact it?
Sunset Home is at 1800 W 9th Street, Clifton, TX 76634. Phone: (254) 675-8637.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.