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Page 9 of Best Nursing Homes in Alabama

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 137 nursing homes in Alabama using Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (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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The information below is reported by the Alabama Department of Public Health, Bureau of Health Provider Standards.

CMS & AL Dept. of Health data

Washington County Nursing Home
NH
ADC
RC
SNF
Chatom
88
Facility 88
AL AVG 90
Rank #109 / 243
88.1%
Facility 88.1%
AL AVG 78.1
Rank #42 / 110
+13%
4.87
Facility 4.87
AL AVG 4.37
Rank #27 / 132
-4%+11%
$0
Facility $0
AL AVG $59.8k
Rank #1 / 133
1
Facility 1
AL AVG 10.4
Rank #1 / 132
1.0
Facility 1.0
AL AVG 3.5
Rank #1 / 132
-78-
37
Facility 37
AL AVG 36
Rank #202 / 417
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Albertville Nursing Home
NH
RC
SNF
North Albertville
159
Facility 159
AL AVG 90
Rank #23 / 243
97.5%
Facility 97.5%
AL AVG 78.1
Rank #5 / 110
+25%
5.06
Facility 5.06
AL AVG 4.37
Rank #16 / 132
-21%+16%
$0
Facility $0
AL AVG $59.8k
Rank #1 / 133
9
Facility 9
AL AVG 10.4
Rank #55 / 132
3.0
Facility 3.0
AL AVG 3.5
Rank #49 / 132
-155-
66
Facility 66
AL AVG 36
Rank #33 / 417
Terri Brown
$18.0MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $18.0MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $11.1M
Rank #19 / 131
$10.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $10.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $4.7M
Rank #5 / 131
58.9%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 58.9%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG 45%
Rank #23 / 127
15163
Piedmont Health Care Center
NH
AL
MC
SNF
Piedmont
91
Facility 91
AL AVG 90
Rank #101 / 243
92.3%
Facility 92.3%
AL AVG 78.1
Rank #25 / 110
+18%
5.41
Facility 5.41
AL AVG 4.37
Rank #7 / 132
-49%+24%
$0
Facility $0
AL AVG $59.8k
Rank #1 / 133
3
Facility 3
AL AVG 10.4
Rank #5 / 132
3.0
Facility 3.0
AL AVG 3.5
Rank #49 / 132
-84-
61
Facility 61
AL AVG 36
Rank #58 / 417
Piedmont Health Care Center
$9.3MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $9.3MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $11.1M
Rank #81 / 131
$5.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $5.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $4.7M
Rank #44 / 131
60.9%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 60.9%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG 45%
Rank #15 / 127
15194
Westminster Village – Spanish Fort
NH
AL
HC
HOS
IL
MC
PC
SNF
Spanish Fort (Bridgehead)
60
Facility 60
AL AVG 90
Rank #154 / 243
--
4.91
Facility 4.91
AL AVG 4.37
Rank #27 / 132
+69%+12%
$0
Facility $0
AL AVG $59.8k
Rank #1 / 133
10
Facility 10
AL AVG 10.4
Rank #66 / 132
3.3
Facility 3.3
AL AVG 3.5
Rank #65 / 132
-10-
27
Facility 27
AL AVG 36
Rank #260 / 417
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.
Facility $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.
AL AVG $11.1M
Rank #27 / 131
$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.
Facility $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.
AL AVG $4.7M
Rank #20 / 131
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.
Facility 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.
AL AVG 45%
Rank #53 / 127
15381
Arbor Woods Health and Rehab
NH
SNF
Reform
85
Facility 85
AL AVG 90
Rank #114 / 243
59.5%
Facility 59.5%
AL AVG 78.1
Rank #94 / 110
-24%
6.07
Facility 6.07
AL AVG 4.37
Rank #3 / 132
+17%+39%
$0
Facility $0
AL AVG $59.8k
Rank #1 / 133
2
Facility 2
AL AVG 10.4
Rank #3 / 132
1.0
Facility 1.0
AL AVG 3.5
Rank #1 / 132
-51A+
36
Facility 36
AL AVG 36
Rank #210 / 417
Linda Dill
$5.1MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $5.1MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $11.1M
Rank #127 / 131
$3.5MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $3.5MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $4.7M
Rank #116 / 131
68.5%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 68.5%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG 45%
Rank #4 / 127
15141
Southern Springs Healthcare
NH
SNF
Union Springs
123
Facility 123
AL AVG 90
Rank #58 / 243
86.2%
Facility 86.2%
AL AVG 78.1
Rank #53 / 110
+10%
4.65
Facility 4.65
AL AVG 4.37
Rank #41 / 132
-46%+6%
$0
Facility $0
AL AVG $59.8k
Rank #1 / 133
7
Facility 7
AL AVG 10.4
Rank #40 / 132
2.3
Facility 2.3
AL AVG 3.5
Rank #28 / 132
-106-
61
Facility 61
AL AVG 36
Rank #58 / 417
Estate Of Milton E. Mcgregor
$10.2MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $10.2MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $11.1M
Rank #113 / 131
$7.1MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $7.1MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $4.7M
Rank #37 / 131
69.9%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 69.9%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG 45%
Rank #1 / 127
15171
Atmore Nursing Center
NH
RC
SNF
Atmore
100
Facility 100
AL AVG 90
Rank #87 / 243
79.0%
Facility 79.0%
AL AVG 78.1
Rank #71 / 110
+1%
4.79
Facility 4.79
AL AVG 4.37
Rank #30 / 132
+7%+10%
$0
Facility $0
AL AVG $59.8k
Rank #1 / 133
3
Facility 3
AL AVG 10.4
Rank #5 / 132
3.0
Facility 3.0
AL AVG 3.5
Rank #49 / 132
-79-
46
Facility 46
AL AVG 36
Rank #151 / 417
Morgan Smith
$8.2MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $8.2MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $11.1M
Rank #82 / 131
$4.9MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $4.9MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $4.7M
Rank #77 / 131
59.4%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 59.4%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG 45%
Rank #74 / 127
15129
Coosa Valley Healthcare Center
NH
Sylacauga
85
Facility 85
AL AVG 90
Rank #114 / 243
92.0%
Facility 92.0%
AL AVG 78.1
Rank #27 / 110
+18%
4.71
Facility 4.71
AL AVG 4.37
Rank #41 / 132
-1%+8%
$0
Facility $0
AL AVG $59.8k
Rank #1 / 133
5
Facility 5
AL AVG 10.4
Rank #22 / 132
2.5
Facility 2.5
AL AVG 3.5
Rank #33 / 132
-78-
58
Facility 58
AL AVG 36
Rank #71 / 417
Archie Chapman
$7.8MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $7.8MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $11.1M
Rank #115 / 131
$4.0MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $4.0MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $4.7M
Rank #92 / 131
50.6%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 50.6%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG 45%
Rank #29 / 127
15010
Aliceville Manor Nursing Home
NH
HOS
MC
PC
RC
SNF
Northwest Aliceville
100
Facility 100
AL AVG 90
Rank #87 / 243
73.0%
Facility 73.0%
AL AVG 78.1
Rank #80 / 110
-7%
4.70
Facility 4.70
AL AVG 4.37
Rank #41 / 132
+17%+8%
$0
Facility $0
AL AVG $59.8k
Rank #1 / 133
8
Facility 8
AL AVG 10.4
Rank #48 / 132
2.7
Facility 2.7
AL AVG 3.5
Rank #40 / 132
-73-
36
Facility 36
AL AVG 36
Rank #210 / 417
-
$10.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $10.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $11.1M
Rank #80 / 131
$6.1MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $6.1MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $4.7M
Rank #50 / 131
57.7%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 57.7%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG 45%
Rank #20 / 127
15137
Crowne Health Care of Springhill
NH
RC
SNF
Mobile (College Park)
46
Facility 46
AL AVG 90
Rank #193 / 243
39.1%
Facility 39.1%
AL AVG 78.1
Rank #104 / 110
-50%
4.33
Facility 4.33
AL AVG 4.37
Rank #74 / 132
-3%-1%
$0
Facility $0
AL AVG $59.8k
Rank #1 / 133
3
Facility 3
AL AVG 10.4
Rank #5 / 132
1.0
Facility 1.0
AL AVG 3.5
Rank #1 / 132
-18-
49
Facility 49
AL AVG 36
Rank #125 / 417
Amber Detamore
$7.1MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $7.1MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $11.1M
Rank #91 / 131
$4.0MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $4.0MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $4.7M
Rank #102 / 131
56.2%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 56.2%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG 45%
Rank #90 / 127
15426
Palm Gardens Health and Rehabilitation, LLC
NH
PC
SNF
Mobile (South Crichton)
100
Facility 100
AL AVG 90
Rank #87 / 243
87.6%
Facility 87.6%
AL AVG 78.1
Rank #44 / 110
+12%
4.42
Facility 4.42
AL AVG 4.37
Rank #67 / 132
+40%+1%
$0
Facility $0
AL AVG $59.8k
Rank #1 / 133
4
Facility 4
AL AVG 10.4
Rank #15 / 132
4.0
Facility 4.0
AL AVG 3.5
Rank #92 / 132
-88-
46
Facility 46
AL AVG 36
Rank #151 / 417
Jeanne Freeman
$10.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $10.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $11.1M
Rank #70 / 131
$5.4MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $5.4MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $4.7M
Rank #63 / 131
50.9%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 50.9%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG 45%
Rank #67 / 127
15403
Cottage of the Shoals
NH
HOS
PC
RC
SNF
Tuscumbia
103
Facility 103
AL AVG 90
Rank #80 / 243
81.7%
Facility 81.7%
AL AVG 78.1
Rank #66 / 110
+5%
2.64
Facility 2.64
AL AVG 4.37
Rank #132 / 132
+56%-39%
$0
Facility $0
AL AVG $59.8k
Rank #1 / 133
5
Facility 5
AL AVG 10.4
Rank #22 / 132
1.7
Facility 1.7
AL AVG 3.5
Rank #14 / 132
-84-
65
Facility 65
AL AVG 36
Rank #37 / 417
David Grimes
$10.0MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $10.0MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $11.1M
Rank #57 / 131
$4.3MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $4.3MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $4.7M
Rank #54 / 131
42.6%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 42.6%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG 45%
Rank #75 / 127
15067
Crossville Health and Rehabilitation, LLC
NH
PC
SNF
North Crossville (Crossville)
143
Facility 143
AL AVG 90
Rank #37 / 243
95.7%
Facility 95.7%
AL AVG 78.1
Rank #9 / 110
+22%
4.38
Facility 4.38
AL AVG 4.37
Rank #67 / 132
+16%0%
$0
Facility $0
AL AVG $59.8k
Rank #1 / 133
13
Facility 13
AL AVG 10.4
Rank #97 / 132
3.3
Facility 3.3
AL AVG 3.5
Rank #65 / 132
-137-
45
Facility 45
AL AVG 36
Rank #166 / 417
Heather Blackburn
$12.9MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $12.9MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $11.1M
Rank #54 / 131
$6.4MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $6.4MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $4.7M
Rank #47 / 131
49.6%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 49.6%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG 45%
Rank #64 / 127
15176
Cypress Cove Center
NH
HOS
PC
RC
SNF
Muscle Shoals (Jackson Heights)
90
Facility 90
AL AVG 90
Rank #104 / 243
84.6%
Facility 84.6%
AL AVG 78.1
Rank #60 / 110
+8%
3.49
Facility 3.49
AL AVG 4.37
Rank #119 / 132
+121%-20%
$0
Facility $0
AL AVG $59.8k
Rank #1 / 133
6
Facility 6
AL AVG 10.4
Rank #31 / 132
2.0
Facility 2.0
AL AVG 3.5
Rank #15 / 132
-76-
50
Facility 50
AL AVG 36
Rank #118 / 417
Bardya Mostafavi Naein
$8.8MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $8.8MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $11.1M
Rank #67 / 131
$3.7MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $3.7MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $4.7M
Rank #76 / 131
41.8%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 41.8%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG 45%
Rank #90 / 127
15392
Goodwater Healthcare Center
NH
SNF
Goodwater
72
Facility 72
AL AVG 90
Rank #139 / 243
86.1%
Facility 86.1%
AL AVG 78.1
Rank #54 / 110
+10%
5.91
Facility 5.91
AL AVG 4.37
Rank #4 / 132
-41%+35%
$0
Facility $0
AL AVG $59.8k
Rank #1 / 133
5
Facility 5
AL AVG 10.4
Rank #22 / 132
5.0
Facility 5.0
AL AVG 3.5
Rank #108 / 132
-62-
25
Facility 25
AL AVG 36
Rank #276 / 417
-
$6.4MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $6.4MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $11.1M
Rank #123 / 131
$3.7MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $3.7MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $4.7M
Rank #110 / 131
58.3%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 58.3%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG 45%
Rank #10 / 127
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Overview of Cullman Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center

Alabama SNF Operations Holdings runs Cullman Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, a 95-bed care facility on Main Avenue Northeast in Cullman, Alabama. The building runs at an 86 percent occupancy level, and stays here average about 140 days. This timeline shows that the daily floor routine splits its time between permanent residential care and short-term post-hospital therapy. For billing, the office processes traditional Medicare, state Medicaid, and standard private funds.

The daily workflow balances short-term therapy routines inside an on-site rehab gym with 24-hour medical oversight. On the floor, the nursing crew averages 4 hours and 27 minutes of direct, hands-on attention per resident every day, with registered nurses handling 56 minutes of that total. For visiting families, the location carries a walk score of zero, meaning you will need a vehicle for all errands and trips to the property.

Interested individuals can check with the front desk to see which room styles are currently open or to find out what paperwork is needed to start the registration process.

Contact Cullman Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center

Overview of Diversicare of Boaz

Owned by Ethan Hall, Diversicare of Boaz is a 100-bed nursing community on Corley Avenue in Boaz, Alabama. It takes Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, providing short-term rehabilitation and long-term nursing care for residents with complex medical needs. With an 89 percent occupancy rate, averaging a stay of about 97 days, the community serves a combination of post-acute patients and those in longer-term care.

Staffing support allots 3 hours and 48 minutes of total nursing care per resident day, with registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and nursing aides distributed across daily shifts to provide attentive care. This staffing level supports short-term rehabilitation services and complex medical care, which are the facility’s focal offerings. The neighborhood around the facility is moderately walkable, with a Walk Score of 56, so some errands can be done on foot, and an array of nearby amenities are reachable, though most trips necessitate a short drive. This setting can work nicely for those wanting an accessible but quieter residential area.

Over the past eight years, state inspections have identified major concerns regarding resident protection and safeguards, plus food safety practices. These are areas families will want to know in detail as they tour.

A meticulous visit to the facility, including questions on how state inspection concerns are being handled and what changes have been applied, will help families make an educated decision about whether this community is the correct fit for their loved one.

Contact Diversicare of Boaz

Overview of Fairhope Health and Rehab

Fairhope Health and Rehab is a remarkable home in Alabama that is dedicated to providing convenient care and comfort for seniors. Nestled in a serene and peaceful residential neighborhood, this beautiful community offers a range of services, including short-term skilled nursing care and rehabilitation. The community also boasts a state-of-the-art memory care unit nursing home, specially designed to cater to individuals with memory impairments.

Fairhope Health and Rehab is committed to maintaining high nursing home quality measures. With a focus on delivering exceptional care, the community adheres to stringent standards and benchmarks, ensuring that residents receive the best possible care and experience optimal health outcomes. For added convenience, there is a dedicated barber and beauty salon on-site, ensuring that residents can easily access grooming and personal care services without leaving the community. Additionally, the home is proud to offer a comprehensive range of services, including medication management, social work support, and various therapies.

Contact Fairhope Health and Rehab

Overview of Lynwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center

Marcella Wilson owns Lynwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, a 127-bed nursing facility on Halls Mill Road in Mobile, Alabama. The building functions at an 88 percent occupancy rate, and stays here average around 158 days. This timeframe demonstrates that the daily schedule balances short-term therapy recovery with permanent residential care.

The floor routine is shaped by a 24-hour nursing team that delivers an average of 5 hours and 24 minutes of direct, hands-on attention per resident daily. This crew utilizes a spacious on-site therapy gym to run short-term physical rehabilitation, memory care routines, and temporary respite stays. Private and semi-private rooms make up the layout, and because the surrounding neighborhood is car-dependent, visiting relatives will need a vehicle to travel back and forth.

Past state inspection reports for the property flagged compliance issues involving the reporting of resident concerns, clinical assessment accuracy, and behavioral interventions. The management team has since used staff education and extra monitoring to address these findings, and you can review their updated safety protocols directly with the administration.

Older adults can call the main office to find out which rooms are open or to walk through the intake paperwork steps.

Contact Lynwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center

Diversicare of Pell City

510 Wolf Creek Road, North, Pell City, AL 35125
Overview of Diversicare of Pell City

Owned by Wilson Yopasa, Diversicare of Pell City is a nursing home in Alabama that offers short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. The facility accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, and families can choose from these options to cover post-acute rehabilitation and longer-term nursing care.

With 94 beds, the community has an occupancy rate of 70%, with an average resident stay of 85 days. The population reflects its strength in transitional post-hospital care.

The facility’s focus is on clinical support. Nurses provide an average of 4 hours and 4 minutes of care per resident each day. It is delivered by a team of registered nurses (38 minutes daily), nurse aides (2 hours and 2 minutes), and LPNs (31 minutes). With this staffing level, the facility can consistently provide hands-on attention throughout the day, which matters for residents recovering from surgery, hospitalization, or acute illness.

Diversicare of Pell City is located in a car-dependent area of Alabama, so most errands and appointments require a vehicle. Families visiting the facility will likely spend their time in the community rather than exploring nearby areas.

Diversicare’s focus on complex medical care and rehabilitation services makes it a practical choice for residents in the post-acute recovery window, for whom skilled nursing and therapies are a priority.

The facility’s inspections focused primarily on medication management practices, documentation accuracy, and environmental maintenance. These areas directly affect the quality of daily care, so families evaluating the facility should ask about this before making a placement decision.

Contact Diversicare of Pell City

Overview of Diversicare of Montgomery

Diversicare of Montgomery is renowned for its exceptional range of specialized care services, catering to a diverse range of needs. They offer comprehensive support, including short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, memory care, and hospice care, all delivered by their highly trained and compassionate staff. For individuals requiring complex medical care, Diversicare of Montgomery provides a wide array of specialized treatments, including IV therapy, wound management, and dialysis care. Their team of dedicated nurses, therapists, and doctors closely monitor and administer personalized care to ensure the well-being of every patient.
The home goes above and beyond to provide personalized support and services, including a hair salon and barber, medication assistance, and health and wholeness programs. Housekeeping and maintenance needs are taken care of, with private accommodations designed to prioritize safety and comfort. They also offer a vibrant array of activities, recreation, and entertainment, ensuring residents lead enriched lives. By incorporating evidence-based approaches to senior care, they provide cutting-edge methods to enhance the overall well-being of their residents.

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Overview of Montgomery Health and Rehab

Montgomery Health and Rehab operates as a 121-bed nursing home at 4490 Virginia Loop Rd in Montgomery, Montgomery County, Alabama. It is privately owned by Des Johnson and provides skilled nursing care, short-term rehabilitation, and long-term placement services. Short-term rehabilitation and respite care are available. Medicaid and Medicare are accepted.

State inspection records spanning five years reveal 71 total deficiencies, running 318% above Alabama’s nursing home average of 3.4 annually. A July 2025 complaint investigation substantiated verbal abuse of a cognitively impaired resident by staff and uncovered delayed reporting of physical abuse allegations. In August 2023, investigators documented medication diversion by a former Director of Nursing involving Schedule II controlled substances and 17 affected residents.

The CMS overall rating is 1 star; the Better Business Bureau rating is B-minus (not accredited). Facility-reported clinical quality outcome measures rank 35.6% above state average, creating a measurable gap between compliance and outcome data.

The facility reported an operating loss of $66.2K in 2023 with payroll costs at 123.8% of revenue, the worst ratio statewide.

The facility employs 22 registered nurses who average 44 minutes of care per resident per day, running 16% above state benchmarks. Nevertheless, combined nursing hours total 3 hours 48 minutes daily per resident, 14% below state average because licensed practical nurse and certified nursing assistant hours fall substantially short of benchmarks.

Current census reaches 98 residents at 81% occupancy.

The facility accommodates residents in Montgomery County facing limited placement alternatives, primarily through Medicaid long-stay admission and Medicare short-stay rehabilitation stays, despite its established compliance and operational challenges.

Contact Montgomery Health and Rehab

Burns Nursing Home, Inc.

701 Monroe Street, Northwest, Russellville, AL 35653
Overview of Burns Nursing Home

Cameron Dearman owns Burns Nursing Home, INC., a 57-bed care facility in Alabama. The building runs at an 88 percent occupancy rate, and resident stays average of around 166 days. This operational timeline indicates that the daily floor routine splits its attention between short-term therapy recovery and extended, permanent residential care.

The floor schedule relies on a 24-hour nursing team that logs an average of 4 hours and 20 minutes of direct, hands-on attention per resident daily. Registered nurses, practical nurses, and assistants divide this time to coordinate regular medical supervision and personal care routines. For visiting family members, the surrounding neighborhood carries a walk score of 63, which means some basic tasks and services are accessible on foot when stopping by.

State records have previously identified regulatory compliance gaps regarding care-plan execution, infection control protocols, and documentation practices. Management has since implemented corrective actions to address these past issues, and you can look over these updated safety systems directly with the administrative team.

Prospective representatives can contact the intake department to check on current vacancies, request registration paperwork, or review available amenities. The front desk can also walk you through funding structures for traditional Medicare, state Medicaid, and private pay options.

Contact Burns Nursing Home, Inc.

Overview of Canterbury Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center

Tracy Brown owns Canterbury Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, a 137-bed skilled nursing community in Phenix City, Alabama. The facility operates at an 89 percent occupancy rate, and resident stays average around 101 days. This intermediate timeline indicates that the daily floor routine balances temporary, short-term recovery placements with standard long-term residential nursing care.

Daily care is structured around a 24-hour nursing team that logs an average of 4 hours and 46 minutes of direct, hands-on attention per resident every day. This crew is composed of registered nurses, practical nurses, and nurse aides who administer daily treatments, specialized memory care routines, and temporary respite stays. Because the neighborhood layout carries a walk score of 10, the property sits in a car-dependent zone where visiting relatives will need a vehicle to travel back and forth.

Families looking to arrange a placement can reach out to the registration coordinator to review open room configurations. The administrative desk can also coordinate billing setups and walk you through available on-site comforts like the spacious therapy gym.

Contact Canterbury Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center

Lafayette Extended Care

805 Hospital Street, Po Box 152, Lafayette, AL 36862
Overview of Lafayette Extended Care

Owned and operated by Yvonne Butler, Lafayette Extended Care is a 69-bed nursing home in Lafayette, Alabama. The facility serves residents who need skilled nursing care and rehabilitation services. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families different ways to arrange coverage for care.

The facility’s occupancy rate is 94%. Residents stay an average of about 291 days. Some arrive for post-acute rehabilitation, while others remain for longer-term nursing care. Daily nursing support averages approximately 3 hours and 59 minutes per resident. Registered nurses, nursing aides, and LPN/LVN staff provide that care throughout the facility.

The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 47. A few nearby services are within walking distance, but most errands require transportation. For visiting family members, that can be a practical consideration when planning regular visits.

Over time, state inspections have identified findings involving medication management practices, care plan documentation, and infection control procedures. Families touring the facility should ask staff how these operational areas are handled every day and how it keeps residents safe.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted at the facility, making Lafayette Extended Care accessible to families with different insurance coverage and payment arrangements. Visiting in person can help families see the rooms, meet staff members, and get a better sense of the daily routine within the community.

Contact Lafayette Extended Care

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 137 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.