Page 3 of Best Nursing Homes in Alabama

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 140 nursing homes in AL using CMS data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in AL
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Avg Overall CMS Rating: 2.9/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Alabama. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating: 3.5/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Alabama. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating: 2.8/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Alabama. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.0/ 5

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

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

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CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
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. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The Alabama average is: 53.1% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
Arbor Woods Health and Rehab
NH
SNF
Reform
85
Facility 85
AL AVG 117
Rank #101 / 135
62.4%
Facility 62.4%
AL AVG 81.3%
Rank #92 / 104
-23%
6.28
Facility 6.28
AL AVG 4.37
Rank #1 / 125
+17%+44%
$0
Facility $0
AL AVG $59.8k
Rank #1 / 125
2
Facility 2
AL AVG 10.4
Rank #3 / 124
1.0
Facility 1.0
AL AVG 3.5
Rank #1 / 124
-53A+
36
Facility 36
AL AVG 42
Rank #78 / 126
Linda Dill
$5.1MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $5.1MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $11.3M
Rank #102 / 108
$3.5MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $3.5MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $5.7M
Rank #101 / 108
68.5%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 68.5%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG 53.1%
Rank #7 / 107
15141
Goodwater Healthcare Center
NH
SNF
Goodwater
72
Facility 72
AL AVG 117
Rank #113 / 135
86.1%
Facility 86.1%
AL AVG 81.3%
Rank #56 / 104
+6%
5.80
Facility 5.80
AL AVG 4.37
Rank #6 / 125
-41%+33%
$0
Facility $0
AL AVG $59.8k
Rank #1 / 125
5
Facility 5
AL AVG 10.4
Rank #20 / 124
5.0
Facility 5.0
AL AVG 3.5
Rank #103 / 124
-62-
25
Facility 25
AL AVG 42
Rank #98 / 126
-
$6.4MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $6.4MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $11.3M
Rank #96 / 108
$3.7MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $3.7MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $5.7M
Rank #94 / 108
58.3%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 58.3%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG 53.1%
Rank #24 / 107
15204
EAMC – Lanier Nursing Home
NH
SNF
Valley
103
Facility 103
AL AVG 117
Rank #73 / 135
63.1%
Facility 63.1%
AL AVG 81.3%
Rank #89 / 104
-22%
4.48
Facility 4.48
AL AVG 4.37
Rank #47 / 125
+42%+2%
$0
Facility $0
AL AVG $59.8k
Rank #1 / 125
9
Facility 9
AL AVG 10.4
Rank #52 / 124
3.0
Facility 3.0
AL AVG 3.5
Rank #46 / 124
-65-
20
Facility 20
AL AVG 42
Rank #102 / 126
The East Alabama Health Care Authority
$6.2MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $6.2MFiscal year ending 09/2023
AL AVG $11.3M
Rank #99 / 108
$3.5MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $3.5MFiscal year ending 09/2023
AL AVG $5.7M
Rank #100 / 108
56.3%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility 56.3%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
AL AVG 53.1%
Rank #31 / 107
15045
Chapman Specialty Care Assisted Living Facility
NH
AL
HOS
SNF
Alexander City
42
Facility 42
AL AVG 117
Rank #133 / 135
--
5.06
Facility 5.06
AL AVG 4.37
Rank #22 / 125
+2%+16%
$0
Facility $0
AL AVG $59.8k
Rank #1 / 125
5
Facility 5
AL AVG 10.4
Rank #29 / 124
2.5
Facility 2.5
AL AVG 3.5
Rank #15 / 124
-145-
63
Facility 63
AL AVG 42
Rank #20 / 126
-
$15.8MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $15.8MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $11.3M
Rank #15 / 108
$8.8MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $8.8MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $5.7M
Rank #12 / 108
55.9%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 55.9%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG 53.1%
Rank #36 / 107
15221
Kensington Health and Rehabilitation
NH
PC
SNF
Mobile
120
Facility 120
AL AVG 117
Rank #59 / 135
92.0%
Facility 92.0%
AL AVG 81.3%
Rank #26 / 104
+13%
4.04
Facility 4.04
AL AVG 4.37
Rank #86 / 125
+80%-7%
$4.6k
Facility $4.6k
AL AVG $59.8k
Rank #99 / 125
9
Facility 9
AL AVG 10.4
Rank #52 / 124
4.5
Facility 4.5
AL AVG 3.5
Rank #97 / 124
-110--Wellington Healthcare Services LP
$12.7MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $12.7MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $11.3M
Rank #37 / 108
$6.5MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $6.5MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $5.7M
Rank #35 / 108
51.3%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 51.3%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG 53.1%
Rank #52 / 107
15429
Capitol Hill Healthcare in Montgomery
NH
MC
SNF
Montgomery
284
Facility 284
AL AVG 117
Rank #1 / 135
68.0%
Facility 68.0%
AL AVG 81.3%
Rank #86 / 104
-16%
4.73
Facility 4.73
AL AVG 4.37
Rank #35 / 125
-22%+8%
$0
Facility $0
AL AVG $59.8k
Rank #1 / 125
3
Facility 3
AL AVG 10.4
Rank #5 / 124
1.0
Facility 1.0
AL AVG 3.5
Rank #1 / 124
-193-
60
Facility 60
AL AVG 42
Rank #31 / 126
Turenne & Associates, LLC
$24.1MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $24.1MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $11.3M
Rank #2 / 108
$11.4MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $11.4MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $5.7M
Rank #2 / 108
47.3%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 47.3%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG 53.1%
Rank #75 / 107
15390
Crowne Health Care of Montgomery
NH
MC
RC
SNF
Montgomery (Hillcrest)
185
Facility 185
AL AVG 117
Rank #12 / 135
84.1%
Facility 84.1%
AL AVG 81.3%
Rank #65 / 104
+3%
4.96
Facility 4.96
AL AVG 4.37
Rank #23 / 125
-22%+13%
$0
Facility $0
AL AVG $59.8k
Rank #1 / 125
5
Facility 5
AL AVG 10.4
Rank #20 / 124
2.5
Facility 2.5
AL AVG 3.5
Rank #30 / 124
1156A+
40
Facility 40
AL AVG 42
Rank #74 / 126
Leslie Smith
$16.3MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $16.3MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $11.3M
Rank #13 / 108
$8.1MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $8.1MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $5.7M
Rank #19 / 108
50%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 50%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG 53.1%
Rank #60 / 107
15393
Crowne Health Care of Fort Payne
NH
RC
SNF
Fort Payne
123
Facility 123
AL AVG 117
Rank #55 / 135
82.9%
Facility 82.9%
AL AVG 81.3%
Rank #66 / 104
+2%
4.59
Facility 4.59
AL AVG 4.37
Rank #42 / 125
-26%+5%
$0
Facility $0
AL AVG $59.8k
Rank #1 / 125
4
Facility 4
AL AVG 10.4
Rank #15 / 124
2.0
Facility 2.0
AL AVG 3.5
Rank #15 / 124
-102-
62
Facility 62
AL AVG 42
Rank #26 / 126
Felicia Case
$11.7MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $11.7MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $11.3M
Rank #43 / 108
$6.1MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $6.1MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $5.7M
Rank #39 / 108
52.3%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 52.3%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG 53.1%
Rank #44 / 107
15156
McGuffey Health and Rehabilitation Center
NH
MC
SNF
Gadsden
209
Facility 209
AL AVG 117
Rank #8 / 135
75.1%
Facility 75.1%
AL AVG 81.3%
Rank #78 / 104
-8%
3.95
Facility 3.95
AL AVG 4.37
Rank #98 / 125
+21%-10%
$0
Facility $0
AL AVG $59.8k
Rank #1 / 125
7
Facility 7
AL AVG 10.4
Rank #37 / 124
2.3
Facility 2.3
AL AVG 3.5
Rank #25 / 124
-157-
4
Facility 4
AL AVG 42
Rank #119 / 126
Roger Turenne
$18.5MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $18.5MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $11.3M
Rank #7 / 108
$8.2MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $8.2MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $5.7M
Rank #17 / 108
44.3%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 44.3%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG 53.1%
Rank #84 / 107
15202
Cloverdale Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
NH
SNF
Scottsboro
141
Facility 141
AL AVG 117
Rank #39 / 135
86.5%
Facility 86.5%
AL AVG 81.3%
Rank #52 / 104
+6%
4.55
Facility 4.55
AL AVG 4.37
Rank #42 / 125
+36%+4%
$0
Facility $0
AL AVG $59.8k
Rank #1 / 125
5
Facility 5
AL AVG 10.4
Rank #20 / 124
2.5
Facility 2.5
AL AVG 3.5
Rank #30 / 124
2122-
52
Facility 52
AL AVG 42
Rank #44 / 126
Samantha Gamble
$14.1MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $14.1MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $11.3M
Rank #28 / 108
$9.2MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $9.2MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $5.7M
Rank #9 / 108
65%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 65%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG 53.1%
Rank #9 / 107
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Arbor Woods Health and Rehab

515 Second Avenue Nw, Po Box 400, Reform, AL 35481
Overview of Arbor Woods Health and Rehab

Linda Dill manages the daily operations at Arbor Woods Health and Rehab, an 85-bed skilled nursing facility in Alabama. Right now, the building functions at a lower 57 percent occupancy level, which means they have open beds and can accommodate quick or planned move-ins. People stay here for about 184 days on average, a timeline that tells you the staff splits their time between short-term therapy recovery and long-term residential care.

The floor schedule centers on a 24-hour nursing crew that logs a high average of 6 hours and 4 minutes of direct, hands-on attention per resident every day. This daily care time is divided among registered nurses, practical nurses, and assistants to cover basic personal aid and clinical monitoring. When visiting, keep in mind the neighborhood has a walk score of 36, so you will need a car to handle any errands outside the property.

Past state regulatory health surveys have pointed out compliance problems here tied to basic care practices, infection control methods, and food safety standards. It is a smart move to go over these past inspection files with the supervisor to find out what specific changes the facility has made to its daily quality control systems.

Families can stop by the administrative office to request the intake paperwork checklist or look over open room layouts. The business office handles stay coverage through traditional Medicare, state Medicaid, or standard private out-of-pocket funds.

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Overview of Goodwater Healthcare Center

Goodwater Healthcare Center is a nursing home and skilled nursing facility in Goodwater, Alabama, offering long term nursing care, short term nursing care, and rehabilitation services. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care for residents who need ongoing clinical support. Short term nursing and rehabilitation can support recovery after an illness, injury, or hospital stay. The community may be a good fit for someone who needs either a temporary rehabilitation stay or continuing nursing care.

The center has 72 beds and has served residents since 1966. Rehabilitation takes place as part of care at the facility, so residents do not need a separate rehabilitation placement. Janice Tyler serves as the administrator.

Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted, giving families several listed ways to cover care. Total nurse staffing is 5 hours and 48 minutes per resident per day, representing the overall nursing time allocated to each resident across a day.

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Overview of Eamc – Lanier Nursing Home

Located in Valley, Alabama, Eamc – Lanier Nursing Home is a nursing facility offering skilled nursing care and rehabilitation. East Alabama Health owns the 103-bed home, and it accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. The community’s current occupancy is 63%, and residents stay an average of 427 days. The population comprises short-term rehabilitation and longer-stay nursing care.

Nurses serve residents for an average of 2 hours and 47 minutes. The team includes registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and nursing aides. With 24-hour staffing, the facility provides direct care and assistance with activities of daily living. Residents and families can expect support from skilled nurses, including medical oversight, wound care, feeding assistance, and ongoing medication management.

The home is located in a quiet rural part of the Valley with a Walk Score of 20, so most errands require driving. However, this setting may appeal to residents and families seeking a quieter, less urban environment.

In the past years, state inspections have reviewed the facility’s care practices. Some of the identified areas involved care planning, sanitation practices, and clinical protocols. However, the facility improved in more recent findings. Inspection activities primarily addressed operational compliance rather than direct issues related to resident care. Families planning to visit should ask how clinical quality and safety standards are maintained regularly.

Eamc – Lanier Nursing Home offers visitation lounges and dining rooms so residents can accommodate their visiting family and friends. Families may also want to ask during a tour what daily life and programming look like over the course of a week.

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Overview of Chapman Specialty Care Assisted Living Facility

An ongoing 78 percent occupancy rate keeps the 42-bed Chapman Specialty Care Assisted Living Facility in Alexander City, Alabama, mostly full while leaving room for occasional move-ins. Residents typically stay here for about seven months, an intermediate timeline showing that the daily workload is divided between short-term therapy recovery and standard residential placements.

To handle this routine, an on-staff doctor works alongside a 24-hour nursing team that averages 4 hours and 44 minutes of direct, hands-on care per resident daily. Nurses and aides spend these hours running medical treatments, general exercise drills, and physical, occupational, and speech therapy sessions. When relatives come to visit, they will find a neighborhood walk score of 63, which means a few local services are reachable on foot, though most trips across town require a vehicle.

To verify how the facility manages its nursing and safety standards, state regulatory inspectors conduct regular health department surveys on the property. Since this summary does not list specific compliance patterns, you should ask the administration directly to show you their recent quality tracking logs and current safety guidelines.

Families looking into local care options can touch base with the front office to check on open room setups or start the standard registration steps. The admissions team can map out billing setups through traditional Medicare, state Medicaid, and private funds, and they can detail building amenities like alternative meal choices supervised by a certified dietary manager, an outdoor courtyard, laundry services, and an on-site barber shop.

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Overview of Kensington Health and Rehabilitation

Kensington Health and Rehabilitation provides nursing home, skilled nursing, and palliative care in Mobile, AL. Skilled nursing gives residents licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom relief.

Rehabilitation services include post-acute rehabilitation, so Kensington Health and Rehabilitation may suit someone recovering after acute care who needs nursing care alongside rehabilitation. The community has 120 beds, with total nurse staffing of 4 hours 3 minutes per resident per day, meaning all nursing time counted for each resident is combined across the day. Medicare and private pay are accepted, and Kristen Birdsong serves as administrator.

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Overview of Capitol Hill Healthcare in Montgomery

Capitol Hill Healthcare in Montgomery’s unwavering commitment is evident in the round-the-clock care they provide to individuals requiring rehabilitation or nursing support. In addition to their comprehensive long-term and skilled nursing care, they specialize in transitional services, providing short-term solutions that accelerate patients’ recovery through focused treatment and specialized care. Their expertise covers a broad spectrum, including stroke care, diabetes management, wound care, and more. Physical, occupational, and speech therapies are tailored to each resident’s specific needs, fostering independence and well-being.
Their 284-bed skilled facility boasts state-of-the-art equipment, ensuring residents have access to cutting-edge resources. Recognizing the importance of personal care, they go the extra mile by offering on-site beautician services and a salon, allowing residents to pamper themselves without leaving the comfort of their home. Mealtimes are a treat, with a registered dietitian and dietary manager meticulously crafting menus to suit individual preferences and dietary requirements. Their diligent housekeeping staff and dedicated maintenance team also work tirelessly to maintain an orderly and secure environment, ensuring residents feel at ease.

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Overview of Crowne Health Care of Montgomery

Crowne Health Care sets itself apart as a distinguished provider of comprehensive skilled nursing and rehabilitation services, catering to individuals with complex medical conditions in the vibrant community of Montgomery. A 24-hour physician oversight system ensures swift and comprehensive medical attention whenever needed. Moreover, the facility offers specialized services, including advanced wound therapy and intravenous treatments, complementing their comprehensive range of physical, speech, and occupational therapy options. In addition to their unparalleled care services, Crowne Health Care specializes in providing compassionate memory care, proudly upholding their family-owned legacy.
With licensed social workers on board, working closely with families, they ensure that each individual’s medical, social, and emotional needs are attentively addressed. When it comes to dining, Crowne Health Care elevates the experience to new heights. Their culinary offerings showcase the enticing flavors and ingredients of the southern region, tantalizing the taste buds of residents. With a registered dietitian overseeing nutrition, residents can indulge in meals tailored to their individual preferences and dietary requirements.

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Crowne Health Care of Fort Payne

403 Thirteenth Street, Northwest, Fort Payne, AL 35967
Overview of Crowne Health Care of Fort Payne

Crowne Health Care of Fort Payne provides nursing home, respite care, and skilled nursing services in Fort Payne, AL. Nursing home care includes short term and long term stays, while respite care offers a temporary stay when a usual caregiver needs time away. Skilled nursing care includes licensed nursing on site around the clock.

Physical, occupational, and speech rehabilitation services support residents receiving short term or long term care, so these therapies can be part of the stay rather than separate from it. Recreational therapy provides structured activities. The dining room serves Southern favorites and homestyle dishes.

The community has 123 beds. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 35 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated to each resident. Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted, and Felicia Case serves as the administrator. The combination of short term care, long term care, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and respite care may suit a resident whose needs range from temporary support to ongoing nursing care.

Contact Crowne Health Care of Fort Payne

Overview of McGuffey Health and Rehabilitation Center

McGuffey Health and Rehabilitation Center provides nursing home, memory care, and skilled nursing in Gadsden, AL. Nursing home and skilled nursing care include licensed nursing services on site around the clock, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Memory care may be a good fit for someone living with dementia who needs a supervised environment. The community has 209 beds, so it is a larger setting rather than a small home, and total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 57 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident.

Short Term Rehab and Rehab First are rehabilitation programs for residents who need support during recovery. CNA Training is also offered as an educational program for nursing assistants, and Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted as payment options.

April Conley serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Cloverdale Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

Samantha Gamble owns Cloverdale Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, a 141-bed skilled care home in Scottsboro, Alabama. The building runs at a high 91 percent occupancy rate, and the average resident stay lasts roughly 14 months. This extended timeline shows that the daily floor operations focus heavily on long-term residential care, though the team also handles short-term post-hospital therapy.

The daily routine is driven by a 24-hour nursing team that logs an average of 4 hours and 28 minutes of direct, hands-on attention per resident every day. Registered nurses, practical nurses, and aides split this time to cover clinical monitoring, personal care, and recovery routines. Outside, the property sits in a neighborhood with a walk score of 52, which means visiting relatives can easily take care of a few quick errands on foot.

Health department surveys have previously identified regulatory compliance issues regarding resident safety, infection control, and medication management. You can walk through these specific past inspection reports with the management team to see how they update and refine their clinical protocols.

Interested individuals can reach out to the front office to inquire about current room vacancies, request intake paperwork, or set up billing through traditional Medicare, state Medicaid, and private pay.

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.

  • CMS data
  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

  • Includes
  • Overall Rating
  • Health Inspection
  • QM Rating
  • Long-Stay QM
  • Short-Stay QM
02

Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

  • Includes
  • Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
  • RN vs State
  • Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
  • RN Turnover
03

Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • Citations
  • Citations/Inspection
  • Severe Citations
  • Fines
  • Accreditations
04

Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy vs State
  • Avg Length of Stay
  • Revenue
  • Payroll %
  • Years in Operation
  • Admin Tenure
05

Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • BBB Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Alabama

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 nursing home care?

Yes — Alabama Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.

What is nursing home care?

Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.

How many nursing homes are listed on this page?

This page features 140 nursing homes in Alabama. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Alabama?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Alabama, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting nursing homes in Alabama?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.