North San Antonio, August 30, 2025
News Summary
Residents in North San Antonio are voicing concerns about the unlicensed elder care homes operated by Lidia Negrila. Increased medical activities around the properties have raised red flags regarding the quality of care provided to the elderly. The Texas Health and Human Services Commission confirmed that Negrila’s homes lack the necessary long-term care licenses. As incidents involving vulnerable patients come to light, a new office by Assisted Living Locators has opened in the area to assist families in finding proper care for their aging loved ones.
North San Antonio
Concerns are growing among residents of North San Antonio regarding unlicensed elder care homes operated by Lidia Negrila. Neighbors in the Crosstimber-Rogers Ranch area have reported frequent medical activities outside Negrila’s properties, raising alarms about the level of care the elderly residents are receiving.
Over the past few months, residents have observed numerous medical supply trucks, transport vans, caregivers, and ambulances visiting one of Negrila’s homes on Rogers Loop. On one notable occasion, three caregivers were seen at the Rogers Loop location just before the Fourth of July weekend. Negrila initially denied involvement in elder care before later admitting that she does care for elderly individuals, asserting that she is not required to obtain a state license.
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission confirmed that neither of Negrila’s homes is licensed for long-term care. According to geriatric care expert Byron Cordes, many operators in Texas can evade licensing regulations as rules do not apply to facilities that house three or fewer non-relatives. Cordes emphasized that the lack of licensing means that caregivers may not receive ongoing education or mandatory training, which is particularly concerning for those working with patients who have conditions such as dementia.
Care Facility Details
Negrila registered her Rogers Bluff property as the Rogers Ranch Senior Care home in 2020, while her second home, First Senior Care Home, remains actively registered. However, the LLC registration for Rogers Bluff was terminated in August 2024 due to a failure to maintain a registered agent or office address. This raises additional concerns regarding the operational integrity of her care facilities.
Incidents involving Negrila’s patients have further intensified concerns among residents. One notable incident involved an elderly man with dementia who was found wandering the streets without shoes, identified as one of Negrila’s patients. Despite the gravity of the situation, footage shows Negrila downplaying the matter when questioned by concerned neighbors.
In contrast, a family member of the elderly man later praised Negrila, claiming she is performing an “incredible service to this community.” Despite this mixed feedback, there is no record of Negrila or her homes facing any citations or charges linked to negligence or crimes concerning elderly care.
Support for Families
In light of the growing concerns over elder care in the region, Assisted Living Locators has recently opened a new office in North San Antonio, owned by Lori and John Yeats. The office aims to guide families in navigating the complex landscape of care for aging loved ones, especially as issues around unlicensed facilities come to light.
| Facility Name | Address | License Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rogers Ranch Senior Care | Rogers Loop | Unlicensed | Unregistered LLC since August 2024 |
| First Senior Care Home | Crosstimber-Rogers Ranch | Active Registration | Operational but unlicensed |
What is the main concern regarding Negrila’s elder care homes?
Neighbors are concerned about the level of care provided at Negrila’s homes, particularly due to frequent medical activity observed at the properties and the lack of proper licensing.
Are Negrila’s care homes licensed?
No, neither of Negrila’s homes has a long-term care license as confirmed by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission.
What issues have been reported by neighbors?
Neighbors have reported incidents of patients wandering unsupervised, and they noted significant medical activity at the homes, including the presence of ambulances and caregivers.
Is there any formal action taken against Negrila?
As of now, there is no record of Negrila or her homes being cited or charged for negligence or any crimes related to elderly care.
What initiatives are being taken to support families?
Assisted Living Locators has opened a new office in North San Antonio to help families navigate care options for their aging loved ones.
| Date/Time | Event | Status/Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Rogers Bluff registered as Rogers Ranch Senior Care home | Official Registration |
| August 2024 | LLC registration terminated | Official Termination |
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Additional Resources
- Community Impact: New Senior Assistance Service
- Wikipedia: Elder Care
- KSAT: Residents Concerned with Elderly Care
- Google Search: Elderly Care Homes
- Franchising.com: Assisted Living Locators San Antonio
- Google Scholar: Unlicensed Care Facilities
- CoStar: San Antonio Assisted Living Facility Deal
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Assisted Living Facilities
- Multi-Housing News: Welltower Acquires Senior Living Portfolio
- Google News: Senior Living Facilities
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