North River Village
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Nursing Care · Tuscaloosa, AL

North River Village

Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Nursing Care · Tuscaloosa, AL

Overview of North River Village

Nestled in the peaceful neighborhood of Tuscaloosa, AL, North River Village is an idyllic senior living community that provides outstanding independent living, assisted living, and healthcare services. Here, individuality and independence are given the utmost priority for its residents throughout their stay. A highly skilled and passionate team ensures 24/7 services catering to the unique needs of its residents.

Moreover, the community offers trusted healthcare services such as staffing & ancillary services, incontinence care, diabetic care, non-ambulatory care. Enjoy its fine dining experience with delicious and nutritious meals that satisfy cravings. Participate in diverse on-site and off-site activities coordinated by a professional team that boosts engagement and wellness. With North River Village, seniors are assured of a glorious retirement.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services. 80 Rank #123 / 242Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 123rd out of 242 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Alabama that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
28 years
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #333 / 382Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 333rd out of 382 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Alabama that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusRegular
CountyTuscaloosa
Business TypeLimited Liability Company

Ownership & Operating Entity

North River Village is administered by Judith A. Jones.

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

1 service
Specialty Care Assisted Living (Scalf)

Amenities & Lifestyle

Housekeeping
Laundry
Salon
Transportation
Movie Theater
Library
Activities
Specific ProgramsMemory Care (SCALF), Beauty Shop, Life Connections, Connection Stories, 719 Project
Volunteer Program

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What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Housing Options: Private / Companion Suites

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Building Type: Single-story

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Fitness and Recreation

Places of interest near North River Village

Address 5.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Tuscaloosa's city center to North River Village's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 2.33 miles to nearest hospital (North River 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.

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

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Heritage Health Care & Rehab Inc
AL
NH
SNF
Tuscaloosa (Green Hills)
216
Facility 216
AL AVG 90
Rank #6 / 242
No
27
Facility 27
AL AVG 39
Rank #259 / 382
SNF (Skilled Nursing) (216)-Benjamin Edward Jackson
Plantation Manor Retirement Community
AL
NH
IL
SNF
Mccalla
103
Facility 103
AL AVG 90
Rank #78 / 242
No
7
Facility 7
AL AVG 39
Rank #353 / 382
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms-Gavin Ball
Brookdale Northport
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Northport
83
Facility 83
AL AVG 90
Rank #117 / 242
Yes
47
Facility 47
AL AVG 39
Rank #141 / 382
Private RoomsA+Sherry Washington
North River Village
AL
IL
MC
NH
Tuscaloosa (Crown Pointe)
80
Facility 80
AL AVG 90
Rank #123 / 242
No
11
Facility 11
AL AVG 39
Rank #333 / 382
Private / Companion Suites-Judith A. Jones
Regency Retirement Village – Tuscaloosa
AL
IL
MC
Tuscaloosa (Dixon Manor)
80
Facility 80
AL AVG 90
Rank #123 / 242
Yes
41
Facility 41
AL AVG 39
Rank #179 / 382
Private / Semi-Private Rooms-Jennifer Anderson

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Alabama

North River Village 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 North River Village

What neighborhood is North River Village in?

North River Village is in the Crown Pointe neighborhood of Tuscaloosa.

Is North River Village in a walkable area?

North River Village has a walk score of 11. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

How long has North River Village been in business?

North River Village has been operating for approximately 28 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at North River Village?

No, North River Village has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of North River Village?

Judith A. Jones is the administrator of North River Village.

How many beds does North River Village have?

North River Village has 80 beds.

Are there photos of North River Village?

Yes — there are 4 photos of North River Village in the photo gallery on this page.

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