Alabama Hospice Care of Tuscaloosa in Tuscaloosa, AL

Overview of Alabama Hospice Care of Tuscaloosa

More than an organization of hospice professionals, Alabama Hospice Care of Tuscaloosa is a proud member of communities across west Alabama. They provide compassionate and quality service which means getting to know the patients on a personal level.
They provide assistance to ALS, Cancer Care, End of Life Care, Failure to Thrive, HIV, Life-limiting Illnesses, Liver Disease, Palliative Care, and Stroke or Coma. Alabama Hospice Care of Tuscaloosa is available to people with end-stage illness for which there is no cure.

Facility Direct Line (205) 633-3705

Walk Score: 65 / 100

Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Accept Medicaid

Accept Medicare

Licensed Nurses/CNAs

24-Hour Staffing

Palliative Care

Personal Care

Home Healthcare

Support For Individuals And Families

Tailored Healthcare Plans

Community Involvement

Operating HoursOpen 24hrs Monday–Sunday

Compare Hospice around Tuscaloosa

Info below is compiled from the AL Dept. of Public Health (ADPH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.


Hospice of West Alabama	HOS HC PC RC	Tuscaloosa (Mayfair)	15 Facility 15 AL AVG 90 Rank #239 / 241	No	7 Facility 7 AL AVG 36 Rank #354 / 417	-	Latrelle Hallum
Alabama Hospice Care of Tuscaloosa	HOS	Tuscaloosa	-	No	65 Facility 65 AL AVG 36 Rank #37 / 417	-	-
Journey Hospice	HOS PC	Birmingham (Cahaba Heights)	-	No	75 Facility 75 AL AVG 36 Rank #12 / 417	A+	-
Oasis Healthcare – Tuscaloosa	HOS PC	Tuscaloosa	-	No	61 Facility 61 AL AVG 36 Rank #58 / 417	-	-

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Elderly and Disabled Waiver

Alabama Medicaid E&D Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled

General Alabama resident, Medicaid-eligible, requires nursing home-level care but can live in community with support.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home, car).

Must be assessed by a nurse for nursing home-level care need.

Benefits

In-home personal care (4-6 hours/day, e.g., bathing, dressing) Respite care (up to 240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$50/day avg.) Home-delivered meals Case management

Alabama Respite for Caregivers Program

Alabama Respite (via NFCSP)

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)

General Alabama resident.

Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.

Asset Limits Not applicable.

Focus on rural caregivers; limited funding.

Benefits

In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$50/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

SenioRx Prescription Assistance Program

AL SenioRx

Age 55+

General Alabama resident, chronic illness requiring daily medication, not fully covered by other drug plans.

Income Limits ~$3,000/month individual, varies by AAA

Asset Limits Not strictly enforced; income-focused.

High ROI; saved $43.5M for 6,825 participants in FY 2022.

Benefits

Prescription cost reduction (avg. $6,300/year savings per participant) Medication management support

Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)

AL WAP

Age 60+ priority

General Alabama resident, own or rent home, low-income status.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month 200% of poverty level, individual

Asset Limits Not applicable; income-driven.

Prioritizes seniors and disabled; limited annual funding.

Benefits

Insulation Weather stripping HVAC repairs (avg. $500-$1,000 in annual energy savings)

Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly

AL Section 202

Age 62+

General Alabama resident, very low income, able to live independently with support.

Income Limits (2025) ~$1,500/month 50% of area median income, individual, varies by county

Asset Limits $10,000 individual, excludes home if owned

High demand in urban areas like Birmingham; limited units statewide.

Benefits

Subsidized rent (30% of income, e.g., $300-$500/month) On-site services (housekeeping, transportation, ~$200/month value)

Alabama CARES Program

AL CARES

Age —

General Caregivers of Alabama residents aged 60+ needing assistance with 3+ daily activities; no age limit for caregivers.

Income Limits No strict limit; cost-sharing based on recipient’s income e.g., ~$2,500/month threshold

Asset Limits Not applicable; focus on need.

Prioritizes caregivers with greatest economic/social need; complements respite programs like AL Lifespan Respite.

Benefits

Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Counseling (4-6 sessions/year) Training (2-3 workshops/year) Supplemental supplies (e.g., $200/year avg.)

Is Alabama Hospice Care of Tuscaloosa in a walkable area?

Alabama Hospice Care of Tuscaloosa has a walk score of 65. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Are pets allowed at Alabama Hospice Care of Tuscaloosa?

No, Alabama Hospice Care of Tuscaloosa has a no-pet policy.

Are there photos of Alabama Hospice Care of Tuscaloosa?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Alabama Hospice Care of Tuscaloosa in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the phone number of Alabama Hospice Care of Tuscaloosa?

(205) 633-3705 will put you in contact with the team at Alabama Hospice Care of Tuscaloosa.

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