Hospice of West Alabama
Home Care, Hospice Care, Palliative Care & Respite Care · Tuscaloosa, AL

Hospice of West Alabama

Home Care, Hospice Care, Palliative Care & Respite Care · Tuscaloosa, AL

Overview of Hospice of West Alabama

Offering hospice, palliative, and respite care, Hospice of West Alabama serves residents in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. The community is in the Mayfair neighborhood, near the Tuscaloosa Veterans Affairs Medical Center. With 15 beds, the single-story setting gives it a smaller and more personal feel than a large facility. The size can also support closer contact between staff and residents during each stay.

Latrelle Hallum, LBSW, is the community’s administrator and executive director. Care is based on a whole-person approach for seniors near the end of life. The team also helps families through this stage by providing additional support. Grief support groups and counseling services are available, along with daily care.

The area around the community has a Walk Score of 7, meaning it is car-dependent. Most errands, visits, and outside needs will require driving. For families looking at hospice or respite care in Tuscaloosa, a smaller setting might be a more serene choice. It can also feel more personal in a time of hardship.

Bed community size
15-bed community Rank #241 / 243Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 241st out of 243 homes in Alabama for Bed Count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Alabama facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Alabama that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 7 / 100 Rank #354 / 417Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 354th out of 417 homes in Alabama for Walk Score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Alabama facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Alabama that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

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Facility TypeHospice
StatusRegular
CountyTuscaloosa
Business TypeNonprofit Corporation

Ownership & Operating Entity

Hospice of West Alabama is administered by Latrelle Hallum.

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What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Building Type: Single-story

Managed by Lbsw Latrelle Hallum

Executive Director

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Address 4.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Tuscaloosa's city center to Hospice of West Alabama's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.31 miles to nearest hospital (Tuscaloosa Veterans Affairs Medical Center)

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Financial Assistance for
Home Care in Alabama

Hospice of West Alabama is located in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Alabama.

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Elderly and Disabled Waiver

Alabama Medicaid E&D Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General Alabama resident, Medicaid-eligible, requires nursing home-level care but can live in community with support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home, car).
AL

Must be assessed by a nurse for nursing home-level care need.

Benefits
In-home personal care (4-6 hours/day, e.g., bathing, dressing) Respite care (up to 240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$50/day avg.) Home-delivered meals Case management

Alabama Respite for Caregivers Program

Alabama Respite (via NFCSP)

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)
General Alabama resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
AL

Focus on rural caregivers; limited funding.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$50/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

SenioRx Prescription Assistance Program

AL SenioRx

Age 55+
General Alabama resident, chronic illness requiring daily medication, not fully covered by other drug plans.
Income Limits ~$3,000/month individual, varies by AAA
Asset Limits Not strictly enforced; income-focused.
AL

High ROI; saved $43.5M for 6,825 participants in FY 2022.

Benefits
Prescription cost reduction (avg. $6,300/year savings per participant) Medication management support

Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)

AL WAP

Age 60+ priority
General Alabama resident, own or rent home, low-income status.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month 200% of poverty level, individual
Asset Limits Not applicable; income-driven.
AL

Prioritizes seniors and disabled; limited annual funding.

Benefits
Insulation Weather stripping HVAC repairs (avg. $500-$1,000 in annual energy savings)

Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly

AL Section 202

Age 62+
General Alabama resident, very low income, able to live independently with support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,500/month 50% of area median income, individual, varies by county
Asset Limits $10,000 individual, excludes home if owned
AL

High demand in urban areas like Birmingham; limited units statewide.

Benefits
Subsidized rent (30% of income, e.g., $300-$500/month) On-site services (housekeeping, transportation, ~$200/month value)

Alabama CARES Program

AL CARES

Age
General Caregivers of Alabama residents aged 60+ needing assistance with 3+ daily activities; no age limit for caregivers.
Income Limits No strict limit; cost-sharing based on recipient’s income e.g., ~$2,500/month threshold
Asset Limits Not applicable; focus on need.
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Prioritizes caregivers with greatest economic/social need; complements respite programs like AL Lifespan Respite.

Benefits
Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Counseling (4-6 sessions/year) Training (2-3 workshops/year) Supplemental supplies (e.g., $200/year avg.)

Frequently Asked Questions about Hospice of West Alabama

What neighborhood is Hospice of West Alabama in?

Hospice of West Alabama is in the Mayfair neighborhood of Tuscaloosa.

Is Hospice of West Alabama in a walkable area?

Hospice of West Alabama has a walk score of 7. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

Are pets allowed at Hospice of West Alabama?

No, Hospice of West Alabama has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Hospice of West Alabama?

Latrelle Hallum is the administrator of Hospice of West Alabama.

How many beds does Hospice of West Alabama have?

Hospice of West Alabama has 15 beds.

Are there photos of Hospice of West Alabama?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Hospice of West Alabama in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Hospice of West Alabama?

Hospice of West Alabama is located at 3851 Loop Rd, Tuscaloosa, AL 35404.

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