Page 3 of Best Assisted Living in Birmingham, AL

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 21 assisted living communities in Birmingham, AL using AL Dept. of Public Health (ADPH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in AL
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Avg Monthly Cost: $5,686The average monthly cost across facilities in Birmingham, AL. Reflects published or estimated base rates and can vary with care level, room type, and amenities. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: $5,600
Avg Walk Score: 40/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Birmingham, AL. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 60The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Birmingham, AL. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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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.

Type of Care AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
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.
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.
Gentiva Hospice – Birmingham
AL
Birmingham
-No
8
Facility 8
AL AVG 39
Rank #350 / 382
Amanda Long

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every AL community we track that reports that metric, not just the 21 analyzed for Birmingham.

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Overview of Gentiva Hospice – Birmingham

Gentiva Hospice – Birmingham coordinates mobile end-of-life care across the Birmingham, Alabama area. Administered by Amanda Long, the agency operates its central office at 2400 Acton Road, roughly 7.8 miles outside the city center. The primary objective is delivering physical, emotional, and spiritual support directly to patients wherever they live, helping them remain in a familiar environment during a terminal illness.

The surrounding location is car-dependent, with a walkability score of 8 out of 100, meaning field staff and visiting relatives rely on vehicles for all transit. Clinical personnel stay on call 24 hours a day to handle sudden shifts in symptoms or family needs.

The care framework includes specialized veteran programs, wound management, clinical case coordination, and bereavement counseling for families navigating grief. Private insurance and self-pay options are accepted to cover these home-based services.

Families can reach out to the administrative team to begin an intake assessment and evaluate hospice eligibility. Reviewing specific medical needs with a care coordinator allows loved ones to verify coverage options, discuss pain management guidelines, and arrange a personalized care schedule.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
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Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Data source Alabama Department of Health
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Birmingham, AL

What is the average cost of assisted living in Birmingham, AL?

The average monthly cost of assisted living in Birmingham, AL is approximately $5,000. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for assisted living in Birmingham, AL?

Assisted living in Birmingham, AL typically ranges from $4,500–$7,000 (includes luxury options) per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at assisted living facilities in Birmingham, AL?

Assisted living facilities in Birmingham, AL typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:6 to 1:12 (urban facilities often lean toward higher staffing).

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Alabama?

Assisted living in Alabama supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Alabama?

Assisted living in Alabama is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Alabama Medicaid cover assisted living?

Alabama Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including Alabama) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.