[LEAGUE CITY, TX] – [NOVEMBER 12, 2025] − MRC’s The Crossings has been recognized as a Best Nursing Home for 2026 by U.S. News & World Report.
Since its debut in 2009, the annual U.S. News Best Nursing Homes analysis has served as a critical resource, providing trusted, data-driven insights to families – in consultation with their health care providers – seeking the best options for either short-term rehabilitation or comprehensive long-term care. A High Performance designation, the highest level of recognition offered by U.S. News, was awarded to The Crossings for outstanding quality in Short-Term Rehabilitation and Long-Term Care.
U.S. News’ annual evaluation of nursing homes is highly selective, recognizing fewer than 19% of the evaluated U.S. nursing homes as “Best Nursing Homes” as part of the 2026 ratings. This designation is reserved only for facilities that satisfy U.S. News’ rigorous, proprietary assessment criteria demonstrating a consistent and superior commitment to quality patient and resident care.
“Our team at the Crossings strives to be the best senior living community in the Galveston / Houston area. People that visit the Crossings can feel the enthusiasm, love and spirit that we all hope for from senior living communities. Our record of success includes zero deficiency surveys – twice in the past three years, five-star rating for all areas, leadership as an Eden Alternative member, and a great place to live and grow. Our team provides expertise in many areas including hospitality, nursing proficiency, dignity, and a fun and dynamic spirit felt by our residents, families and our associates. We are very proud of our community and continue to strive for excellence on a daily basis,” said Michael Cummings, Healthcare Administrator at The Crossings.
For the 2026 edition, U.S. News evaluated nearly 15,000 nursing homes on patient and resident outcomes, such as hospital readmission rates; staffing levels; health inspection results and other indicators of quality.
“U.S. News’ annual Best Nursing Homes ratings are designed to place the needs of patients and residents at the center of the selection process, equipping families with reliable, fact-driven metrics when making crucial care decisions,” said Ben Harder, chief of health analysis and managing editor at U.S. News. “We are proud to spotlight the nursing homes across the country that consistently demonstrate exceptional care quality and prioritize both the safety and long-term well-being of those they serve.”
The 2026 U.S. News Best Nursing Homes proprietary ratings feature a significant methodology update, expanding both the Short-Term Rehabilitation and Long-Term Care ratings to include 17 distinct quality measures each, offering a comprehensive assessment.
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The Crossings is a member of the Methodist Retirement Communities, a not-for-profit service ministry providing senior housing and health care services in Texas for more than 60 years. Though it derives its name from a Covenant of Connection agreement that honors its heritage with the Texas Annual Conference of United Methodists, MRC communities welcome residents of all faiths, without regard to race, color or national origin. MRC owns and operates communities throughout Texas, including in Bryan, College Station, Corpus Christi, Huntsville, Lufkin, Texarkana, La Porte, League City, and in Fort Worth. Most campuses are full-service retirement communities that provide a wide array of housing and service options for seniors. Additionally, MRC offers five HUD-subsidized senior apartment communities in two locations as another key component of its service ministry. Additional information about MRC is available at mrcaff.org.
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