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Best Assisted Living in Alabama

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated Apr 2026
We analyzed 445 homes in Alabama

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Alabama Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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Compare Assisted Living around Alabama The information below is reported by the Alabama Department of Public Health, Bureau of Health Provider Standards.

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Seagrass Village of Gulf Shores
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Gulf Shores
60No---Hunter Van Sickle
Village at Cook Springs Skilled Nursing Facility
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Pell City
168No---Randolph Pickell
TLC Nursing Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Oneonta
103No--A+Martin Yeomans
The Health Center at Research Park
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Huntsville (Quigley)
91No---Hunter Wilson
Silver Lakes Senior Living
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Glencoe
55No---Kelly Lee
Woodland Village Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Cullman
149No---Emily Holcomb
Washington County Nursing Home
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Chatom
88No---Teresa Grimes
Southern Springs Healthcare
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Union Springs
123No---Kristy L. Tanner
South Hampton Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Owens Cross Roads
81No---Jack B. Grove
Wellpoint Assisted Living
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Owens Cross Roads
50No---Allison Yancey
The Brook
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Birmingham
48No---Emily Kirouac
Seabrook Pointe
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Daphne
80No---Jordyn Skinner
River City Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Decatur
183No---Joseph Dunavant
Rocket City Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Huntsville
159No---Melissa J Sikes
Oakview Manor Health Care Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Ozark
138No---Judy S. Roberts
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Overview of The Gardens of Waterford

The Gardens of Waterford is a memory care community that is considered one of the premier Alzheimer’s or dementia support homes. The resident-centered community aims to ensure that residents are given the best and only top-tier services and amenities exclusively for them in a tightly-knit community. They heed a warm and inviting atmosphere that encourages residents to feel comfortable and secure in a cultivating environment. The Gardens may provide full support to seniors, but they understand the vital importance of independence, which is why they encourage residents to choose the kind of programs and activities they would choose. 
Comfort and convenience are the centers of The Gardens; they ensure that residents take advantage of what the home offers by assisting seniors with daily tasks– as often as needed, medication supervision, an on-call physician, and 24/7 nursing by the team of compassionate caregivers. Other amenities include fully furnished common areas and lounges, a private spa, and recreational center. 

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Overview of Northridge Assisted Living

Northridge Assisted Living in Opelika promotes a comfortable and accommodating place with the services and features they have housed. The senior assisted living facility near Auburn excels in providing essential services that many families have appreciated, making them one of the trusted homes in the city. The home-like and cozy community creates a warm and inviting atmosphere for a vibrant social life.

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Overview of Oakwood-north Baldwin‘s Center for Living

Greeting seniors with its warmth in a home-like environment, Oakwood-North Baldwin’s Center for Living is an enticing senior living community in Mobile, AL, that offers skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and memory care services. Committed to empowering residents to maintain their independence, dignity, and personal fulfillment, the community ensures to work 24/7 to provide personalized, exceptional care for each individual. In terms of memory care, additional care is provided to establish and promote safety precautions for those with Alzheimer’s disease and other related dementias.

Uncover new interests and reignite passions with a robust calendar of social activities and life-enriching programs coordinated by a professional team. With its top-tier amenities and services, residents can have more opportunities to form new and lasting friendships. Oakwood—North Baldwin’s Center for Living strives to create a sanctuary for seniors to make every moment of their retirement years truly worth remembering.

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Accept Medicaid: Yes

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Total Residents: 75

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Building Type: Single-story

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Overview of Alacare Home Health & Hospice

Alacare Home Health and Hospice, located in Birmingham, Alabama, extends its commitment and compassion to its clients. With their dedication to providing quality care, this facility offers the highest level of skilled nursing, rehabilitative, soothing, and hospice care, all in the comfort of the patient’s home. Since its founding in 1970, they have been focused on making personal connections and developing solid relationships to sustain patients throughout their healthcare journey.
Providing 24-hour in-patient attention, patients can take comfort in knowing someone is there to help them through their days. With the help of skilled clinicians, they have a wide range of specialty programs available, including the Community Care Program, Care Transitions, Care Connections, Long-Term Care, and Frailty Programs. In addition to comprehensive care within reach in a comfortable private room, residents receive various services, including medical management of pain and other symptoms, therapies, and family support. Individuals and their families are welcomed into this comforting and caring facility, nestled amidst nature.

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Overview of Alabama Hospice Care of Mobile

Alabama Hospice Care of Mobile, Alabama, is dedicated to making the end-of-life journey more meaningful and fulfilling for the seniors under their care. Serving the southern part of the state, they approach their work with a deep sense of compassion and a commitment to providing high-quality services. At the heart of their care philosophy is a person-centered approach, combined with a strong sense of community. They place great importance on fostering strong relationships within the community they serve.
Specializing in a wide range of care needs, including cancer care, HIV, palliative care, stroke or coma, liver disease, and more, they ensure that their services are accessible to as many individuals as possible. These services are often covered by Medicare, Medicaid, and most private insurance plans, recognizing that end-stage illness can be incredibly challenging for families. Alabama Hospice Care of Mobile is here to offer support and ensure that this challenging journey becomes more meaningful for all involved.

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Overview of Brookshire Healthcare Center

Brookshire Healthcare Center is a leading facility in Huntsville, Alabama, offering a comprehensive range of services that cater to seniors’ needs, while respecting their independence. As a recognized leader in post-acute care, this center provides nursing home care, including short-term rehab, long-term skilled nursing care, memory care, respite stays, and restorative care.
Residents can rest assured that their well-being is upheld by a team of highly trained caregivers and professionals who adhere to the highest nursing home rules and regulations. The home prides itself on delivering high-quality lifestyles for individuals seeking support, ensuring that every aspect of seniors’ needs is meticulously attended to. With a dedicated hospice team and board-certified physicians and treatment specialists, residents receive personalized care that addresses both their physical and emotional well-being.

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Overview of Glen Haven Health and Rehabilitation LLC

Welcome to Glen Haven Health and Rehabilitation, LLC, a senior living community located in Northport, Alabama, serving Tuscaloosa County and the Western Alabama Region. This community offers nursing homes, providing a wonderful alternative to traditional long-term care and rehabilitation facilities.
Their commitment to quality and compassionate care is evident in the professional and caring staff, who are dedicated to creating a warm and welcoming environment for residents. With beautifully decorated common areas and serene outdoor courtyards, the facility offers a relaxing and engaging atmosphere, where residents can participate in daily activities that promote an active and fulfilling lifestyle. 

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Overview of Civic Center Health and Rehabilitation, LLC

Civic Center Health and Rehabilitation, LLC is a caring, home-like environment with professionally trained nurses, certified nurses’ aides, and therapists. The facility offers skilled nursing care and rehabilitation services, ensuring a commitment to quality and personalized care. Residents can enjoy beautifully decorated common areas and outdoor courtyards while participating in daily activities.

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Overview of Uab Palliative and Comfort Care

Uab Palliative and Comfort Care, a hospice provider in Birmingham, Alabama, is dedicated to ensuring that they meet the quality care that each resident needs. They provide innovative and expert support by offering personalized care. Their comprehensive approach focuses on the patient and addresses their physical, emotional, social, and spiritual suffering. They understand that they are not only facilities but also a source of relief for families going through hard times. The facility excels in relieving a severe illness’s pain, symptoms, and stress.
Their team of experts goes above and beyond for their patients by offering professional grief counseling for families and providing spiritual care tailored to life-limiting illnesses. They even research and seek innovative answers to different Palliative Care Problems. Moreover, their renowned Palliative Care Fellowship provides extraordinary learning opportunities for the entire healthcare team through time-tested programs that further propel them to give quality care.

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Assisted Living Magazine Ranking Methodology

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How We Score & Rank Senior Living Communities

Assisted Living Magazine ranks nursing homes using a rigorous, data-driven scoring model built specifically for skilled nursing.
Because this care level is regulated, clinical outcomes and compliance carry significantly more weight than transparency or digital presence. Each community receives a ranking based on the factors below, weighted according to their importance in predicting resident safety, care quality, and long-term stability.

Update cadence: Reviewed quarterly, with prompt updates when new reviews, reports, or complaints are filed.

What We Prioritize Most

The largest portion of every community’s score comes from resident feedback and online reputation (40%), which reflects real experiences shared by families and caregivers.

An additional 45% of the score comes from a combination of transparency and operational quality signals, including:

  • Photos, videos, and virtual tours (visual transparency)
  • Website quality and digital trust indicators
  • Occupancy levels and number of units (community scale & stability)

These factors help us evaluate how well a community presents itself and how consistently it meets resident needs.

Balancing Additional Factors

The final 15% of the score comes from supportive context data, including: walkability and local accessibility, estimated property value, and pricing information.

These elements provide helpful context but carry less weight because our rankings prioritize real-world satisfaction and care consistency first.

The result is a fair, clear, and data-driven ranking system for families researching senior living options.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What government services provide money for senior housing?

Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:

  • Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
  • Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
  • Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
  • Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
  • State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
  • Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
  • Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
How do you pick the homes you recommend?

Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.

Do you help families that need Medicaid?

Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.

How much does this service cost?

We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up. 

What services do you offer?
  • Finding and ranking the best assisted living facilities
  • Finding and ranking the best nursing homes
  • Finding and ranking the best memory care facilities
  • Our concierge service helps seniors move into the perfect home for them
  • Helping seniors use medicare, medicaid, and other government programs to pay for their homes
  • Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
  • Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
  • Autobiography & Family History Writing + Research
  • Senior-focused concierge medicine
  • Senior-focused nutritionist
  • Senior-focused personal training
  • Memory care specialists
  • Custom wheelchairs at all price points.
  • Custom hearing aids
  • Cosmetic skincare + dermatology
  • Companionship: We offer in-person and virtual companionship services. Someone engaging to hang out with or talk to on video chat.
  • Senior housing concierge. Our service finds the best senior living options based on your needs, income, and personality.