Morning Pointe of Tuscaloosa
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Tuscaloosa, AL

Morning Pointe of Tuscaloosa

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Tuscaloosa, AL

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.

Bed community size
60-bed community Rank #152 / 241Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 152nd out of 241 homes in Alabama for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Alabama facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Alabama that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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
Walk Score: 10 / 100 Rank #343 / 417Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 343rd out of 417 homes in Alabama for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Alabama facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Alabama that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility (Specialty Care)
StatusRegular
CountyTuscaloosa
Business TypeLimited Liability Company

Ownership & Operating Entity

Morning Pointe of Tuscaloosa is administered by Kendra Martin.

Type Of Units

Special Care
60 units
Total beds
60 units

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Wellness Center
ActivitiesDaily exercise and physical activity, creative and sensory programs, life-long learning and cognitive programs, organized group outings
Specific ProgramsCaregiver Support Groups

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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Managed by Kendra Martin

Executive Director

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Morning Pointe of Tuscaloosa

1 Bedroom
Studio
Studio
2 bedroom

Places of interest near Morning Pointe of Tuscaloosa

Address 1.7 miles from city center Info 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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Info below is compiled from the AL Dept. of Public Health (ADPH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

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Studio / 1 Bed-Thelisa Lewis
Morning Pointe of Tuscaloosa
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Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-Kendra Martin

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Alabama

Morning Pointe of Tuscaloosa is located in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Alabama.

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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).
AL

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.
AL

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.
AL

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.
AL

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
AL

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.
AL

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.)

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.

Are pets allowed at Morning Pointe of Tuscaloosa?

Yes, Morning Pointe of Tuscaloosa allows residents to bring their pets.

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.

Are there photos of Morning Pointe of Tuscaloosa?

Yes — there are 5 photos of Morning Pointe of Tuscaloosa in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Morning Pointe of Tuscaloosa?

Morning Pointe of Tuscaloosa is located at 1801 Rice Mine Rd N, Tuscaloosa, AL 35406.

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