Total health inspections
2
Alabama average 2.9
Last Health inspection on Jan 2022
Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Morning Pointe of Tuscaloosa
Nursing Home, Assisted Living & Memory Care · Tuscaloosa, AL
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Morning Pointe of Tuscaloosa
Nursing Home, Assisted Living & Memory Care · Tuscaloosa, AL
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Morning Pointe of Tuscaloosa accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
Overview of Morning Pointe of Tuscaloosa
Morning Pointe of Tuscaloosa is the premiere memory care and assisted living home nestling in Alabama. Management and staff strive to create a sense of community and belonging where everyone is welcome and included, and the facility maintains top-notch quality. When it comes to setting the standard for quality care and going above and beyond to meet the needs of seniors, they offer compassionate and kind care for its seniors.
Life is focused on an active and fulfilled holistic wellness. Seniors are offered an array of services such as restaurant-style dining, walking paths, and private assisted living or independent living apartments designed to meet the needs of every resident.
Quality ratings
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Staffing hours breakdown
Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.
Total nursing care / resident
This home is ranked 6th out of 130 homes in Alabama. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
This home is ranked 6th out of 130 homes in Alabama. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
5h 24m per day
Rank #6 / 130Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 6th out of 130 homes in Alabama. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Alabama average, with a ranking across 130 Alabama SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
vs Alabama avg
+23%
| Staff type | Hours / Day / Resident | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
|
Weekend Total Nursing
Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
| 3h 49m per day |
Types of Care at Morning Pointe of Tuscaloosa
Assisted Living
Memory Care
Capacity and availability
This home usually has availability
Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
70.5%
Rank #97 / 132Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 97th out of 132 homes in Alabama. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Alabama average, with its Statewide rank out of 132. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay
300 days
Occupancy rate
70.5%
Rank #97 / 132Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 97th out of 132 homes in Alabama. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Alabama average, with its Statewide rank out of 132. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay
300 days
60-bed community Rank #157 / 247Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 157th out of 247 homes in Alabama. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Alabama SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score: 10 / 100 Rank #345 / 419Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 345th out of 419 homes in Alabama. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Alabama SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility (specialty Care)
StatusRegular
CountyTuscaloosa
Business TypeLimited Liability Company
Morning Pointe of Tuscaloosa is administrated by Kendra Martin.
Special Care
60 units
Total beds
60 units
Respite Care
24-Hour Staffing
No Alzheimer's certification
Licensed Nurses Providing Oversight Of Health
Wellness
And Medication Management
Licensed Clinical Or Care Staff Available 24 Hours A Day
Periodic Check-Ins
Assistance With Transferring To A Bed Or Chair
Escorting To Meals And Events
Incontinence Management
ActivitiesDaily exercise and physical activity, creative and sensory programs, life-long learning and cognitive programs, organized group outings.
Specific ProgramsCaregiver Support Groups
Food DescriptionMorning Pointe focuses on providing residents with fresh, delectable foods in a relaxing and welcoming environment with full table service. Meals are made from scratch using fresh, seasonal, and local ingredients.
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
6
Rank #31 / 130Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 31st out of 130 homes in Alabama. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Alabama State average, with a ranking across all 130 AL SNFs. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Alabama average 10.4
Citations per inspection
3
Rank #49 / 130Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 49th out of 130 homes in Alabama. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Alabama mean across 130 SNFs with citation data. Lower is better.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Alabama average 3.46
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
All 6 citations resulted from standard inspections.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 7 years)
Critical Health citations
0
100% better than Alabama averageAlabama average: 0.7
Serious Health citations
0
100% better than Alabama averageAlabama average: 0.2
Citations history (last 7 years)
Resident Rights moderate citation
Jan 06, 2022
Corrected
Nursing Services minor citation
May 08, 2019
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation
May 08, 2019
Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation
May 08, 2019
Corrected
Staffing Data
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Total staff
98
Employees
98
Contractors
0
Staff to resident ratio
1.92:1
23% better than Alabama average
Avg staff/day
48
Average shift
7.6 hours
0% compared with Alabama average
Total staff hours (quarter)
33,372
Nursing staff breakdown
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
RN Staff
6
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
LPN Staff
13
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.3 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.3 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
CNA Staff
47
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.9 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.9 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Contractor staffing
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Total hours from contractors
0%
0 contractor hours this quarter
No contractor roles were reported this quarter.
Staff by category
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 47 | 0 | 47 | 17,926 | 92 | 100% | 7.9 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 13 | 0 | 13 | 5,208 | 92 | 100% | 8.3 |
| Physical Therapist | 15 | 0 | 15 | 3,674 | 68 | 74% | 6.5 |
| Registered Nurse | 6 | 0 | 6 | 2,162 | 92 | 100% | 8 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,004 | 71 | 77% | 8.2 |
| Administrator | 2 | 0 | 2 | 974 | 69 | 75% | 7.8 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 944 | 66 | 72% | 7.8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 522 | 70 | 76% | 7.5 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 479 | 59 | 64% | 8.1 |
| Therapeutic Recreation Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 195 | 58 | 63% | 3.4 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 86 | 13 | 14% | 6.6 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 1 | 0 | 1 | 83 | 32 | 35% | 2.6 |
| Respiratory Therapist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 78 | 22 | 24% | 3.5 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 1 | 0 | 1 | 25 | 3 | 3% | 8.2 |
| Medical Director | 1 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 2 | 2% | 3 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 9 | 10% | 0.5 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 3% | 1.2 |
47 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
13 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
15 Physical Therapist
% of Days
74%
6 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
3 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
77%
2 Administrator
% of Days
75%
2 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
72%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
76%
1 Dental Services Staff
% of Days
64%
1 Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
% of Days
63%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
14%
1 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
35%
1 Respiratory Therapist
% of Days
24%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
3%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
2%
1 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
10%
1 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
3%
Penalties and fines
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
12.4
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
12.4
39% worse than Alabama averageAlabama average: 8.9
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
17.0
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
17.0
17% worse than Alabama averageAlabama average: 14.5
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
22.5%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
22.5%
62% worse than Alabama averageAlabama average: 13.9%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
21.0%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
21.0%
30% worse than Alabama averageAlabama average: 16.1%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
7.5%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
7.5%
45% better than Alabama averageAlabama average: 13.6%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
2.2%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
2.2%
35% better than Alabama averageAlabama average: 3.4%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
8.6%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
8.6%
44% worse than Alabama averageAlabama average: 5.9%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
4.4%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
4.4%
63% worse than Alabama averageAlabama average: 2.7%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
7.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
7.4%
37% worse than Alabama averageAlabama average: 5.4%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
1.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
1.4%
16% worse than Alabama averageAlabama average: 1.2%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
17.6%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
17.6%
15% better than Alabama averageAlabama average: 20.7%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
86.3%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
86.3%
6% worse than Alabama averageAlabama average: 91.5%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
6% better than Alabama averageAlabama average: 94.8%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
89.7%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
89.7%
7% better than Alabama averageAlabama average: 83.7%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
6.9%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
6.9%
227% worse than Alabama averageAlabama average: 2.1%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
46% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Private pay
41% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
8 - 9 months
Medicaid
13% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
3 - 4 years
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
51
Medicare
2
3.9% of residents
Medicaid
35
68.6% of residents
Private pay or other
14
27.5% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Active Resident Council
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Morning Pointe of Tuscaloosa based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
70.5%
↑ 1.8pp vs 2023
Net Income
$158.0K
↑ ~$643.0K vs 2023
Total Payroll
$4.1M
↑ ~$330.7K vs 2023
Profit Margin
4.5%
↑ 20.0pp vs 2023
Finances and operations
Governmental community
Operated by city and county authorities.
Home revenue
$4.4M
Surplus of revenue
$158.0K
Governmental community
Operated by city and county authorities.
Home revenue
$4.4M Rank #123 / 129Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 123rd out of 129 homes in Alabama. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Alabama SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Surplus of revenue
$158.0K
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #96 / 129Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 96th out of 129 homes in Alabama. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Alabama average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$4.1M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #96 / 129Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 96th out of 129 homes in Alabama. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Alabama average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$130.6K
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$4.2M
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Kendra Martin serves as the Executive Director at Morning Pointe of Tuscaloosa, leading the community with dedication and care. She works alongside a committed team to provide exceptional memory care and support to residents and their families in a warm and welcoming environment.
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1.7 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Tuscaloosa's city center to Morning Pointe of Tuscaloosa's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 0.99 miles to nearest hospital (Northport Medical Center)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Morning Pointe of Tuscaloosa
What neighborhood is Morning Pointe of Tuscaloosa in?
Morning Pointe of Tuscaloosa is in the Rice Mine Road North neighborhood of Tuscaloosa.
Is Morning Pointe of Tuscaloosa in a walkable area?
Morning Pointe of Tuscaloosa has a walk score of 10. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
Who is the administrator of Morning Pointe of Tuscaloosa?
Kendra Martin is the administrator of Morning Pointe of Tuscaloosa.
How many beds does Morning Pointe of Tuscaloosa have?
Morning Pointe of Tuscaloosa has 60 beds.
What is the phone number of Morning Pointe of Tuscaloosa?
(205) 345-1112 will put you in contact with the team at Morning Pointe of Tuscaloosa.
What county is Morning Pointe of Tuscaloosa located in?
Morning Pointe of Tuscaloosa is in Tuscaloosa County.
Is Morning Pointe of Tuscaloosa Medicare or Medicaid certified?
Yes — Morning Pointe of Tuscaloosa is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.
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