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Compare Nursing Homes around Huntsville (Metro Area)
The information below is reported by the Alabama Department of Public Health, Bureau of Health Provider Standards.
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| Redstone Village |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Huntsville (Redstone Village) | 56
Facility
56
AL AVG
118
Rank
#171 / 247 |
41.1%
Facility
41.1%
AL AVG
80.8%
Rank
#125 / 132 | -49% | 5.19
Facility
5.19
AL AVG
4.37
Rank
#12 / 130 | -34% | +19% | $0
Facility
$0
AL AVG
$59.8k
Rank
#1 / 131 | 3
Facility
3
AL AVG
10.4
Rank
#5 / 130 | 1.5
Facility
1.5
AL AVG
3.5
Rank
#11 / 130 | -
Facility
-
AL AVG
0.8 | 23 |
17
Facility
17
AL AVG
37
Rank
#314 / 419 | Redstone Military Retirement Residence Association Inc | $23.8M
Facility
$23.8M
AL AVG
$11.1M
Rank
#4 / 129 | $10.6M
Facility
$10.6M
AL AVG
$4.7M
Rank
#6 / 129 | 44.4%
Facility
44.4%
AL AVG
45%
Rank
#89 / 127 | 15454 | ||||
| Huntsville Health and Rehabilitation, LLC |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). | Huntsville (Chris Drive Southwest) | 105
Facility
105
AL AVG
118
Rank
#80 / 247 |
98.1%
Facility
98.1%
AL AVG
80.8%
Rank
#7 / 132 | +21% | 4.67
Facility
4.67
AL AVG
4.37
Rank
#40 / 130 | -10% | +7% | $0
Facility
$0
AL AVG
$59.8k
Rank
#1 / 131 | 6
Facility
6
AL AVG
10.4
Rank
#31 / 130 | 2.0
Facility
2.0
AL AVG
3.5
Rank
#14 / 130 | -
Facility
-
AL AVG
0.8 | 95 |
31
Facility
31
AL AVG
37
Rank
#238 / 419 | Huntsville Health Realty, LLC | $10.3M
Facility
$10.3M
AL AVG
$11.1M
Rank
#69 / 129 | $5.9M
Facility
$5.9M
AL AVG
$4.7M
Rank
#50 / 129 | 57.8%
Facility
57.8%
AL AVG
45%
Rank
#32 / 127 | 15440 | ||||
| Brookshire Healthcare Center |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Huntsville | 129
Facility
129
AL AVG
118
Rank
#54 / 247 |
82.0%
Facility
82.0%
AL AVG
80.8%
Rank
#72 / 132 | +2% | 4.78
Facility
4.78
AL AVG
4.37
Rank
#30 / 130 | -27% | +9% | $0
Facility
$0
AL AVG
$59.8k
Rank
#1 / 131 | 8
Facility
8
AL AVG
10.4
Rank
#49 / 130 | 2.7
Facility
2.7
AL AVG
3.5
Rank
#40 / 130 | -
Facility
-
AL AVG
0.8 | 117 |
36
Facility
36
AL AVG
37
Rank
#212 / 419 | Aop Snf Operations Holdings LLC | $8.1M
Facility
$8.1M
AL AVG
$11.1M
Rank
#96 / 129 | $3.5M
Facility
$3.5M
AL AVG
$4.7M
Rank
#113 / 129 | 42.9%
Facility
42.9%
AL AVG
45%
Rank
#96 / 127 | 15127 | ||||
| Signature HealthCARE of Whitesburg Gardens |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Huntsville (Teakwood Drive Southwest) | 159
Facility
159
AL AVG
118
Rank
#23 / 247 |
64.9%
Facility
64.9%
AL AVG
80.8%
Rank
#107 / 132 | -20% | 4.56
Facility
4.56
AL AVG
4.37
Rank
#50 / 130 | +38% | +4% | $15.6k
Facility
$15.6k
AL AVG
$59.8k
Rank
#108 / 131 | 20
Facility
20
AL AVG
10.4
Rank
#119 / 130 | 6.7
Facility
6.7
AL AVG
3.5
Rank
#122 / 130 | 3
Facility
3
AL AVG
0.8 | 107 |
51
Facility
51
AL AVG
37
Rank
#108 / 419 | Shc LP Holdings LLC | $17.6M
Facility
$17.6M
AL AVG
$11.1M
Rank
#21 / 129 | $6.4M
Facility
$6.4M
AL AVG
$4.7M
Rank
#45 / 129 | 36.4%
Facility
36.4%
AL AVG
45%
Rank
#121 / 127 | 15116 | ||||
| Millennium Nursing and Rehab Center |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). | Huntsville (Rideout Village) | 91
Facility
91
AL AVG
118
Rank
#103 / 247 |
86.2%
Facility
86.2%
AL AVG
80.8%
Rank
#54 / 132 | +7% | 3.93
Facility
3.93
AL AVG
4.37
Rank
#101 / 130 | -2% | -10% | $69.0k
Facility
$69.0k
AL AVG
$59.8k
Rank
#123 / 131 | 20
Facility
20
AL AVG
10.4
Rank
#119 / 130 | 6.7
Facility
6.7
AL AVG
3.5
Rank
#122 / 130 | 3
Facility
3
AL AVG
0.8 | 81 |
8
Facility
8
AL AVG
37
Rank
#353 / 419 | Ahp Orchards LLC | $12.9M
Facility
$12.9M
AL AVG
$11.1M
Rank
#49 / 129 | $4.9M
Facility
$4.9M
AL AVG
$4.7M
Rank
#69 / 129 | 38.1%
Facility
38.1%
AL AVG
45%
Rank
#118 / 127 | 15458 | ||||
| Diversicare of Big Springs |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Huntsville (Twickenham Square) | 135
Facility
135
AL AVG
118
Rank
#47 / 247 |
88.6%
Facility
88.6%
AL AVG
80.8%
Rank
#38 / 132 | +10% | 3.68
Facility
3.68
AL AVG
4.37
Rank
#110 / 130 | +23% | -16% | $0
Facility
$0
AL AVG
$59.8k
Rank
#1 / 131 | 12
Facility
12
AL AVG
10.4
Rank
#88 / 130 | 3.0
Facility
3.0
AL AVG
3.5
Rank
#49 / 130 | -
Facility
-
AL AVG
0.8 | 121 |
69
Facility
69
AL AVG
37
Rank
#24 / 419 | Diversicare Leasing Company II LLC | $15.1M
Facility
$15.1M
AL AVG
$11.1M
Rank
#36 / 129 | $5.2M
Facility
$5.2M
AL AVG
$4.7M
Rank
#63 / 129 | 34.8%
Facility
34.8%
AL AVG
45%
Rank
#123 / 127 | 15111 | ||||
| Windsor House |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Huntsville | 117
Facility
117
AL AVG
118
Rank
#72 / 247 |
82.7%
Facility
82.7%
AL AVG
80.8%
Rank
#71 / 132 | +2% | 3.71
Facility
3.71
AL AVG
4.37
Rank
#110 / 130 | +6% | -15% | $266.2k
Facility
$266.2k
AL AVG
$59.8k
Rank
#127 / 131 | 24
Facility
24
AL AVG
10.4
Rank
#123 / 130 | 4.8
Facility
4.8
AL AVG
3.5
Rank
#105 / 130 | 4
Facility
4
AL AVG
0.8 | 100 |
37
Facility
37
AL AVG
37
Rank
#204 / 419 | Diversicare Leasing LP | $11.3M
Facility
$11.3M
AL AVG
$11.1M
Rank
#58 / 129 | $4.3M
Facility
$4.3M
AL AVG
$4.7M
Rank
#89 / 129 | 38.4%
Facility
38.4%
AL AVG
45%
Rank
#115 / 127 | 15397 | ||||
| OakBridge Terrace Assisted Living Residence at Magnolia Trace |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Huntsville | 30
Facility
30
AL AVG
118
Rank
#232 / 247 |
76.3%
Facility
76.3%
AL AVG
80.8%
Rank
#89 / 132 | -6% | 4.34
Facility
4.34
AL AVG
4.37
Rank
#72 / 130 | +89% | -1% | $0
Facility
$0
AL AVG
$59.8k
Rank
#1 / 131 | 4
Facility
4
AL AVG
10.4
Rank
#14 / 130 | 2.0
Facility
2.0
AL AVG
3.5
Rank
#14 / 130 | -
Facility
-
AL AVG
0.8 | 16 |
23
Facility
23
AL AVG
37
Rank
#290 / 419 | Acts Management Services, Inc. | $22.0M
Facility
$22.0M
AL AVG
$11.1M
Rank
#5 / 129 | $9.0M
Facility
$9.0M
AL AVG
$4.7M
Rank
#15 / 129 | 40.9%
Facility
40.9%
AL AVG
45%
Rank
#103 / 127 | 15450 |
The Health Center at Research Park is a 91-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility at 5275 Millennium Drive NW in the Quigley neighborhood of Huntsville, Alabama, in Madison County. Operated by Ensign Services and administered by Hunter Wilson, the for-profit corporation has held Medicare and Medicaid certification since 2007. It accepts most major insurance plans alongside private pay, and pricing runs around $6,631 to $7,692 monthly. The center positions itself as Huntsville’s premier destination for short-term rehabilitation, with an in-house therapy team providing physical, occupational, and speech therapy, and a dedicated “Stay Active” program. It is located near historic Oakwood University, north of downtown Huntsville, with a walk score of 78, one of the highest for any nursing facility in this review, meaning most daily errands are walkable from the Millennium Drive campus.
The inspection record spans four surveys: March 2019, April 2021, and two reports dated June 18, 2024, the dual date denoting a standard survey with a complaint investigation. Two enforcement actions are on record per CMS data. Families should review the complete inspection record on Medicare Care Compare before placement, particularly the June 2024 complaint investigation. Quality measure performance is the facility’s most significant area of concern. Long-stay residents experience hospitalizations at 2.30 per 1,000 resident days, 15 percent above the Alabama average, and emergency department visits at 2.39 per 1,000 days, 34 percent above average. Both figures suggest that daily clinical management for long-stay residents may not be preventing acute deterioration at the rate peers achieve. For short-stay residents, re-hospitalization at 22.1 percent is 10 percent better than the Alabama average, a positive signal for the rehabilitation pathway, but falls with major injury during SNF stays run 78 percent above the state benchmark (1.4 percent vs. 0.8 percent), and self-care ability at discharge of 33.3 percent is 38 percent below the state average of 53.7 percent, indicating that a meaningful share of short-stay residents aren’t reaching expected functional recovery levels before discharge. Return to home or community at 49.0 percent is in line with the state average. Meanwhile, staffing presents a split profile. RN hours at 46 minutes per resident per day are 21 percent above the Alabama state average, indicating strong registered nurse clinical oversight. Weekend RN coverage at 27 minutes per day is 23 percent above the state average, a positive differentiator. Physical therapist hours are 7 minutes per day, 250 percent above the Alabama benchmark of 2 minutes, reflecting the facility’s rehabilitation emphasis. However, LPN hours at 28 minutes per day are 40 percent below the 47 minutes Alabama average, a meaningful gap in hands-on bedside care. CNA hours (2 hours 23 minutes) and weekend total nursing (2 hours 56 minutes) are modestly below state averages. Payroll at 41.4 percent of revenue is below the 54–69 percent Alabama benchmark range, warranting attention alongside the LPN staffing deficit.
Features include 91 beds and beautiful spacious rooms in either private or semi-private settings, a diverse activities program, nutritious satisfying menus, housekeeping and laundry services, and beautifully landscaped grounds. Additional clinical services are hospice, catheter and colostomy care, diabetes management, incontinence care, and medication management, a broader clinical scope than many similarly sized facilities. A family council is active, and religious services are available.
The Health Center at Research Park suits families in the Huntsville area seeking a well-located, Ensign-operated facility with above-average RN staffing and a rehabilitation-forward physical therapy model. The LPN staffing gap, below-benchmark quality measures for long-stay residents, and the June 2024 complaint investigation are vital considerations that families must address through a direct visit and conversation with facility leadership. They should also review the full inspection record on Medicare Care Compare before proceeding.
Rocket City Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is located in Huntsville, Alabama. It offers expert short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, and therapy services with a dedicated team for residents. The facility is designed to provide a supportive environment for individuals transitioning from hospital to home or requiring ongoing care.
Windsor House is a senior care home located in Denton, Texas. It provides 24-hour care, homemade meals, medication management, and scheduled daily activities. The facility focuses on offering personalized care with a low resident-to-caregiver ratio.
OakBridge Terrace Assisted Living Residence at Magnolia Trace
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.
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 Huntsville, AL
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 14 nursing homes in Huntsville, AL. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right nursing home in Huntsville, AL?
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 Huntsville, AL, 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 Huntsville, AL?
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.
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