Apex Secure Care: Leaking Ceilings, Damaged Floors - TX
Federal inspectors documented the deteriorating conditions at Apex Secure Care Brownfield during an April inspection, finding leaking ceilings, damaged floors, and water stains throughout the 79316 zip code facility.
The dining room ceiling near the kitchen had been leaking since the previous weekend's rain, according to the maintenance supervisor. Three buckets sat on the floor collecting water, with two blankets positioned around them to catch overflow. Caution signs marked the wet areas where residents and families normally walked.
Large white and black scratches and marks scarred the brown flooring throughout the dining room in several different areas. Similar damage covered floors around the nursing station, where residents and family members in wheelchairs had worn down the surface over time.
The kitchen's dry pantry showed additional ceiling damage. Water slowly leaked from above into two buckets placed on the floor, creating another hazard in the food storage area.
Down Hall C, brown water spots stained five ceiling tiles outside Room C9, evidence of ongoing moisture problems throughout the building.
During a confidential family interview, relatives described the facility as "in bad shape and dirty."
The maintenance supervisor told inspectors he had been working with a local roofing company since the weekend leak began, waiting for them to provide a repair quote. He said the leaking areas were blocked off from residents to prevent slips and falls.
By the final day of inspection, the maintenance supervisor revealed the roof problems had persisted much longer than initially indicated. A roofing company had visited the facility "about a month or two ago," but he was still waiting for them to contact him with an estimate.
He acknowledged the dining room and nursing station floors needed replacement, explaining that heavy foot traffic from residents, families, and wheelchairs had caused the extensive damage. He was "working on pieces to get them replaced" but provided no timeline.
The administrator confirmed the facility had contacted two roofing companies about the damage. "It had been a while since they had gone back and forth," he said, with the maintenance supervisor repeatedly asking about getting estimates.
"Last week there was still no reply and he did not know what the hold-up was," according to the administrator's interview with inspectors.
The administrator described a maintenance department overwhelmed by cascading problems. The maintenance supervisor "was trained on repairs, but he would start fixing one thing and then another area would need immediate attention."
"The building was old and had chronic issues," the administrator acknowledged.
When asked about potential consequences for residents, the administrator cited "a bad appearance or not homelike" environment as the primary concern, apparently overlooking safety risks from water damage and deteriorating floors.
Facility maintenance logs showed the dining room roof leak was first documented on April 12, the same day inspectors observed the three buckets collecting water during their visit.
The facility's own maintenance policy required the department to maintain "the buildings, grounds, and equipment in a safe and operable manner at all times." The policy specifically mandated keeping "the building in good repair and free from hazards" and maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local safety regulations.
The policy assigned responsibility to the maintenance director for "developing and maintaining a schedule of maintenance services" to ensure safe and operable conditions throughout the facility.
Inspectors found the facility violated federal requirements to provide "a safe, functional, sanitary, and comfortable environment for residents, staff and the public." The violations affected the dining room, one of two dry pantries, areas around the nursing station, and Hall C.
The inspection report noted these maintenance failures "could lead to resident injuries, falls, spread of infections and cause the facility to have an unsightly appearance."
The dining room leak created immediate safety hazards in an area where residents gathered multiple times daily for meals. Water on floors increases fall risks for elderly residents, many of whom use mobility aids or have balance problems.
Ceiling leaks in food storage areas raise sanitation concerns, potentially contaminating supplies or creating conditions for mold growth. The kitchen's dry pantry serves as storage for non-perishable food items that could be compromised by water damage.
The widespread floor damage throughout common areas suggested deferred maintenance had become a systemic problem. Scratched and marked flooring creates tripping hazards and can harbor bacteria in healthcare settings where cleanliness is essential.
Water stains on ceiling tiles in residential hallways indicated moisture problems extended beyond the dining and kitchen areas, suggesting more extensive structural issues throughout the aging building.
The maintenance supervisor's admission that he was juggling multiple urgent repairs while waiting months for roofing estimates revealed a facility struggling to maintain basic safety standards. His acknowledgment that areas needed immediate attention while others remained unfixed illustrated the challenge of managing an aging building with limited resources.
The administrator's characterization of safety hazards as primarily aesthetic concerns suggested a disconnect between management priorities and resident welfare. While he worried about the facility not appearing "homelike," residents faced daily risks from water on floors and deteriorating surfaces.
Federal inspectors classified the violations as causing "minimal harm or potential for actual harm" to "some" residents, but noted the conditions affected core areas where residents spend significant time daily.
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APEX SECURE CARE BROWNFIELD in BROWNFIELD, TX was cited for violations during a health inspection on April 14, 2026.
The dining room ceiling near the kitchen had been leaking since the previous weekend's rain, according to the maintenance supervisor.
Health inspections identify deficiencies that facilities must correct. Violations range from minor documentation issues to serious safety concerns. Review the full report below for specific details and facility response.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened at APEX SECURE CARE BROWNFIELD?
- The dining room ceiling near the kitchen had been leaking since the previous weekend's rain, according to the maintenance supervisor.
- How serious are these violations?
- Violation severity varies from minor documentation issues to serious safety concerns. Review the inspection report for specific deficiency codes and scope. All violations must be corrected within required timeframes and are subject to follow-up verification inspections.
- What should families do?
- Families should: (1) Ask facility administration about specific corrective actions taken, (2) Request to see the follow-up inspection report verifying corrections, (3) Check if this represents a pattern by reviewing prior inspection reports, (4) Compare this facility's ratings with other nursing homes in BROWNFIELD, TX, (5) Report any new concerns directly to state authorities.
- Where can I see the full inspection report?
- The complete inspection report is available on Medicare.gov's Care Compare website (www.medicare.gov/care-compare). You can also request a copy directly from APEX SECURE CARE BROWNFIELD or from the state Department of Health. The report includes specific deficiency codes, facility responses, and correction timelines. This facility's federal provider number is 675019.
- Has this facility had violations before?
- To check APEX SECURE CARE BROWNFIELD's history, visit Medicare.gov's Care Compare and review their inspection history, quality ratings, and staffing levels. Look for patterns of repeated violations, especially in critical areas like abuse prevention, medication management, infection control, and resident safety.