Page 5 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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. 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. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
Kirkwood By the River
NH
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
SNF
Birmingham (Overton)
46
Facility 46
AL AVG 117
Rank #129 / 135
--
5.17
Facility 5.17
AL AVG 4.37
Rank #17 / 125
-41%+18%
$0
Facility $0
AL AVG $59.8k
Rank #1 / 125
8
Facility 8
AL AVG 10.4
Rank #45 / 124
2.7
Facility 2.7
AL AVG 3.5
Rank #37 / 124
-54A+-William Widman
$14.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $14.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AL AVG $11.3M
Rank #26 / 108
$7.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AL AVG $5.7M
Rank #26 / 108
49.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 49.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AL AVG 53.1%
Rank #61 / 107
15457
Woodland Village Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
NH
RC
SNF
Sw Cullman
149
Facility 149
AL AVG 117
Rank #31 / 135
85.9%
Facility 85.9%
AL AVG 81.3%
Rank #58 / 104
+6%
4.39
Facility 4.39
AL AVG 4.37
Rank #59 / 125
0%0%
$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
-128--Emily Holcomb$10.6M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.$5.4M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.50.6%*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.15383
Diversicare of Big Springs
NH
HOS
MC
SNF
Sw Huntsville (Twickenham Square)
135
Facility 135
AL AVG 117
Rank #43 / 135
--
3.98
Facility 3.98
AL AVG 4.37
Rank #86 / 125
+23%-9%
$0
Facility $0
AL AVG $59.8k
Rank #1 / 125
9
Facility 9
AL AVG 10.4
Rank #85 / 124
3.0
Facility 3.0
AL AVG 3.5
Rank #46 / 124
-124-
69
Facility 69
AL AVG 42
Rank #9 / 126
Diversicare Leasing Company II LLC
$13.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $13.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AL AVG $11.3M
Rank #35 / 108
$5.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AL AVG $5.7M
Rank #52 / 108
40.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 40.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AL AVG 53.1%
Rank #100 / 107
15111
The Folsom Center
NH
MC
RC
SNF
Ne Cullman (Arnold Street Northeast)
102
Facility 102
AL AVG 117
Rank #78 / 135
91.8%
Facility 91.8%
AL AVG 81.3%
Rank #28 / 104
+13%
4.25
Facility 4.25
AL AVG 4.37
Rank #67 / 125
-56%-3%
$0
Facility $0
AL AVG $59.8k
Rank #1 / 125
12
Facility 12
AL AVG 10.4
Rank #85 / 124
4.0
Facility 4.0
AL AVG 3.5
Rank #87 / 124
-94-
67
Facility 67
AL AVG 42
Rank #11 / 126
David Huggins$8.7M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.$4.8M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.55.5%*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.15437
Westminster Village – Spanish Fort
NH
AL
CCRC
HC
HOS
IL
MC
PC
SNF
Spanish Fort (Bridgehead)
60
Facility 60
AL AVG 117
Rank #121 / 135
--
5.24
Facility 5.24
AL AVG 4.37
Rank #17 / 125
+69%+20%
$0
Facility $0
AL AVG $59.8k
Rank #1 / 125
10
Facility 10
AL AVG 10.4
Rank #63 / 124
3.3
Facility 3.3
AL AVG 3.5
Rank #61 / 124
-10-
27
Facility 27
AL AVG 42
Rank #91 / 126
Acts Retirement Services, Inc$14.9M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.$8.6M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.57.5%*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.15381
Columbiana Health and Rehabilitation, LLC
NH
PC
SNF
Columbiana
63
Facility 63
AL AVG 117
Rank #120 / 135
96.2%
Facility 96.2%
AL AVG 81.3%
Rank #7 / 104
+18%
4.05
Facility 4.05
AL AVG 4.37
Rank #86 / 125
-24%-7%
$8.0k
Facility $8.0k
AL AVG $59.8k
Rank #102 / 125
4
Facility 4
AL AVG 10.4
Rank #15 / 124
1.3
Facility 1.3
AL AVG 3.5
Rank #11 / 124
161--Columbiana Health Realty, LLC
$6.3MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $6.3MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $11.3M
Rank #97 / 108
$3.3MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $3.3MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $5.7M
Rank #103 / 108
52%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 52%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG 53.1%
Rank #48 / 107
15453
Hartford Health Care
NH
AL
Hartford
86
Facility 86
AL AVG 117
Rank #99 / 135
90.7%
Facility 90.7%
AL AVG 81.3%
Rank #33 / 104
+12%
3.95
Facility 3.95
AL AVG 4.37
Rank #98 / 125
-29%-10%
$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
-78-
55
Facility 55
AL AVG 42
Rank #41 / 126
Sharon Owen
$8.0MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $8.0MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $11.3M
Rank #85 / 108
$3.1MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $3.1MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $5.7M
Rank #106 / 108
38.1%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 38.1%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG 53.1%
Rank #106 / 107
15419
Baron House of Hueytown
NH
HOS
MC
SNF
Hueytown
50
Facility 50
AL AVG 117
Rank #126 / 135
70.2%
Facility 70.2%
AL AVG 81.3%
Rank #82 / 104
-14%
3.36
Facility 3.36
AL AVG 4.37
Rank #118 / 125
0%-23%
$0
Facility $0
AL AVG $59.8k
Rank #1 / 125
9
Facility 9
AL AVG 10.4
Rank #100 / 124
3.0
Facility 3.0
AL AVG 3.5
Rank #74 / 124
-35A+
50
Facility 50
AL AVG 42
Rank #50 / 126
Jared Self
$4.0MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $4.0MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $11.3M
Rank #108 / 108
$1.7MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $1.7MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $5.7M
Rank #107 / 108
43.1%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 43.1%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG 53.1%
Rank #90 / 107
15404
Crowne Health Care of Mobile
NH
MC
RC
SNF
Mobile (Woodlawn)
148
Facility 148
AL AVG 117
Rank #33 / 135
86.5%
Facility 86.5%
AL AVG 81.3%
Rank #52 / 104
+6%
5.85
Facility 5.85
AL AVG 4.37
Rank #5 / 125
-13%+34%
$0
Facility $0
AL AVG $59.8k
Rank #1 / 125
8
Facility 8
AL AVG 10.4
Rank #45 / 124
2.7
Facility 2.7
AL AVG 3.5
Rank #37 / 124
-128A+
27
Facility 27
AL AVG 42
Rank #91 / 126
Jones Manning
$14.9MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $14.9MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $11.3M
Rank #23 / 108
$8.5MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $8.5MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $5.7M
Rank #15 / 108
56.9%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 56.9%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG 53.1%
Rank #29 / 107
15100
Ashland Place Health and Rehabilitation, LLC
NH
MC
PC
SNF
Mobile
164
Facility 164
AL AVG 117
Rank #20 / 135
81.7%
Facility 81.7%
AL AVG 81.3%
Rank #68 / 104
0%
4.42
Facility 4.42
AL AVG 4.37
Rank #59 / 125
+18%+1%
$0
Facility $0
AL AVG $59.8k
Rank #1 / 125
11
Facility 11
AL AVG 10.4
Rank #74 / 124
3.7
Facility 3.7
AL AVG 3.5
Rank #78 / 124
-134A+
55
Facility 55
AL AVG 42
Rank #41 / 126
Cidny Broughton
$15.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $15.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $11.3M
Rank #17 / 108
$7.9MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $7.9MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $5.7M
Rank #21 / 108
50.8%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 50.8%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG 53.1%
Rank #54 / 107
15103

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Overview of Kirkwood by the River

Resting on 120 acres of serene lands on Ratliff Road, Birmingham, AL, Kirkwood by the River is a charming senior living community that offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing. Experience unparalleled comfort and convenience with cozy and elegant residences in variations of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans. With a compassionate and highly skilled team providing top-tier care and assistance around the clock, seniors let go of their worries and make the most of their best years.

Have a balance of independence and utmost support in your retirement with Kirkwood by the River. Mingle with friends and learn new things through enjoyable activities and engaging programs. Moreover, delicious and healthy meals are available to meet residents’ dietary needs and tastes. Kirkwood by the River strives to enhance seniors’ quality of life with care plans that best match seniors’ needs and preferences.

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Overview of Woodland Village Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center

Woodland Village Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center provides nursing home care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Cullman, AL. Nursing home care supports long term residence, while skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs time away, making the range of services relevant to someone recovering after a hospital transition or a family needing temporary care.

The community has 149 beds and accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving families public coverage or personal payment as applicable to the resident’s care. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 23 minutes per resident each day, representing the daily nursing time assigned to each resident. Emily Holcomb serves as the administrator. Short term rehabilitation is available, with rehabilitation services and a spacious therapy gym for therapy sessions at the community. Private rooms give each resident a room of their own. Woodland Village Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center may be a good fit for someone who needs skilled nursing after a hospital stay or a short respite placement while a caregiver travels or recovers.

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Overview of Diversicare of Big Springs

Ideally situated near Huntsville Hospital Medical Mall in Huntsville, AL, Diversicare of Big Springs is an outstanding community that offers memory care, long-term care, complex medical care, hospice care, and rehabilitation. The community is dedicated to improving residents’ quality of life, providing top-notch care tailored to their unique needs around the clock. Residents can keep their peace of mind in the community’s nurturing and welcoming environment.

Residents are encouraged to live actively and remain socially engaged, with a carefully curated calendar of fun recreational activities and enriching programs. Delightful and healthy dining options are also served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. The community’s wide range of care and state-of-the-art amenities creates the ideal setting for a worry-free retirement.

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Overview of The Folsom Center

The Folsom Center is a compassionate nursing home in Cullman, AL, that offers long-term care, memory care, rehabilitation, and respite care. With its warm and welcoming environment, the community promises comfort and healing for older adults. 24-hour care, medical and non-medical assistance, and therapy services are offered to help residents recover and live to their potential. Residents can also keep their peace of mind, especially with personalized care plans.

Mind-stimulating activities, light exercises, and plenty of recreational programs are dedicated to enhancing residents’ cognition and promoting an active lifestyle. Private rooms, lively communal spaces, and a state-of-the-art therapy gym ensure residents can rest without hassles. The Cullman Regional Medical Center is also located nearby, providing residents with easy access to their medical needs. This nursing home continuously provides a wide range of care, making it one of the best options for senior living in Alabama.

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Overview of Westminster Village – Spanish Fort

Acts Retirement Services has run Westminster Village – Spanish Fort for 47 years now, out of a three-story building at 500 Spanish Fort Blvd in the Bridgehead neighborhood of Spanish Fort, Alabama. Joseph Meadows is the Executive Director. This isn’t a single-purpose nursing home. It’s part of a continuing care retirement community, which means nursing home care, assisted living, memory care, hospice, home care, and independent living all live under the same organization.

Don’t expect to walk to much because the Walk Score is 27. That is somewhat walkable at best, and most errands here mean getting in a car.

Average length of stay runs about 107 days, closer to four months than a permanent placement, and the community accepts both Medicare and private pay, the two payment paths that fit a short-term rehab stay best. Nursing staff provide close to 5 hours of total nursing care per resident each day. On-site, residents have access to licensed therapists, a nurse practitioner wellness center, and round-the-clock medical oversight, plus respite care and short-term rehab for people who need a defined recovery window rather than an open-ended stay.

Occupancy sits at 65% in a 60-bed building with studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom options. Residents also have an Active Resident Council, a standing group that meets to weigh in on policy and daily life rather than just live with whatever’s decided for them. State inspections here have tended to focus on routine areas like dietary and food service and resident rights and protections, the kind of themes that come up across nursing homes broadly.

Nearly five decades in the same location, paired with a rehabilitation-heavy care model and a resident group with an actual say in how things run, makes Westminster Village read less like a long-term holding facility and more like a structured stop on the way back to independence for a lot of residents.

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Overview of Columbiana Health and Rehabilitation

Columbiana Health and Rehabilitation LLC is a long-term care facility located in the charming city of Columbiana, Alabama. The facility has 63 beds and is designed to provide seniors personalized attention and care. Their staff consists of dedicated professionals who take great pride in delivering compassionate care to residents. They strive to ensure that each resident is treated with respect and receives the attention they deserve.
The facility’s common areas create an environment that fosters social interaction and engagement. Residents can enjoy the Wi-Fi and TV services that keep them connected with their families and the world outside. Moreover, the home boasts a beautiful outdoor courtyard that provides a relaxing space for residents to unwind and enjoy some fresh air. In this home, seniors can enjoy their golden years surrounded by compassionate and caring individuals.

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Overview of Hartford Health Care

Hartford Health Care offers nursing home and assisted living care in Hartford, AL. Nursing home residents have licensed nursing support on site around the clock, while assisted living helps with bathing, dressing and medication while preserving a more independent daily routine. Having both care types may suit someone whose needs could increase over time without requiring a move to a different community.

The community has 86 beds. Rehabilitation services and short term rehabilitation are available for residents needing a temporary stay focused on recovery after an illness, injury or hospital treatment. Medicare, Medicaid and private pay are accepted, giving families several ways to cover eligible care costs; total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 57 minutes per resident per day, and Lisa Algarin serves as administrator. A Walk Score of 55 places the area in the somewhat walkable range, so some errands can be completed on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach certain nearby destinations independently.

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Overview of Baron House of Hueytown

Jared Self owns Baron House of Hueytown, a 50-bed nursing home on Brooklane Drive in Hueytown, Alabama. The building runs at a 67 percent occupancy level, meaning there are regular room openings for incoming arrivals. Residents stay here for an average of 81 days, a short-turnover timeline indicating that daily operations focus heavily on temporary post-hospital therapy recovery alongside long-term nursing care.

The floor schedule centers on a 24-hour nursing team that logs an average of 3 hours and 51 minutes of direct, hands-on attention per resident daily. This care time is split among clinicians and assistants to manage personal care routines and rehabilitation therapy. Outside, the property holds a walk score of 50, meaning the neighborhood is moderately walkable and visitors can handle a few minor errands on foot.

State health department surveys have previously flagged compliance concerns regarding documentation accuracy, medication management, infection control procedures, and physical assistance during routine care activities. Reviewing these past survey files directly with the administrative staff is a practical way to evaluate their current quality assurance and tracking systems.

Prospective residents can consult with the intake department to check on immediate bed availability or to start the standard registration steps. The administrative office can also coordinate billing setups through traditional Medicare, state Medicaid, or standard private funds.

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Overview of Crowne Health Care of Mobile

Burrowed in the neighborhood of Mobile, AL, Crowne Health Care of Mobile is a distinct senior living community that specializes in long-term care, rehabilitative services, and skilled nursing. The community features 174 well-designed units that offers a serene haven for living and undergoing the recovery process from illnesses, surgery, and other hospitalizations. Here, residents indulge in comfort and peace of mind with a committed medical and nursing team available around the clock to ensure they are met with personalized services tailored to their needs.

Excellent physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy and IV therapy are offered to make sure residents are provided with the services they need to regain their functionality and strength to return to their old routines. Other services from a dentist, podiatrist and psychosocial specialists are also available, to offer residents easy access should they need them. Plenty of opportunities for enrichment is made possible through a hardworking activities director that carefully curates various activities, events, and more.

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Overview of Ashland Place Health and Rehabilitation

Ashland Place Health and Rehabilitation is tucked away on Tuscaloosa Street in the Park Place neighborhood of Mobile, about 2.8 miles from the city center. One of the more practical perks here is its proximity to the Mobile Infirmary; it’s less than a mile away, which really simplifies things if you or your loved ones ever need to manage a sudden health shift or transition between care levels.

It’s a 164-bed facility, and they handle a mix of nursing home, memory care, and palliative care all on one campus. Right now, about 82% of their beds are occupied. The average stay is about 85 days, which means that while many people come here for a focused recovery, the memory and palliative services mean it’s also a space for people settling in for the long haul.

When you look at the staffing, they provide 4 hours and 26 minutes of total nursing care per resident, per day. Within that, registered nurses cover about 41 minutes. They have staff on-site 24/7 and offer rehabilitation services, too. Looking at their state inspection history, the focus has been on things like care planning, documentation, and the general upkeep of the building.

For the day-to-day, residents have options to eat in the dining room, restaurant-style, or in their own rooms. There are outdoor courtyards and even an on-site beautician. I also noticed they have an Active Resident Council, which is a great structure for letting people have a real say in facility policies. They accept Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

If you’re on the west side of Mobile and need a place that can handle everything from short-term rehab to more intensive memory support under one roof, this is a very efficient option to keep on your radar.

Contact Ashland Place Health and Rehabilitation, LLC

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.