The Retreat at SAAD Hospice
Home Care, Hospice Care, Palliative Care & Respite Care · Mobile, AL

The Retreat at SAAD Hospice

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

Overview of The Retreat at Saad Hospice

Family-owned, The Retreat at Saad Hospice is a hospice provider in the Greenwich Hills neighborhood of Mobile, Alabama. The hospice offers home care, hospice care, palliative care, and respite care, giving families more than one option based on a loved one’s needs and stage of care.

Care is available either in a resident’s own home or at the hospice’s location. Families can stay flexible when choosing the setting that best meets their needs. Twenty-four-hour care, pain management, and medical equipment are part of the services provided to help keep residents comfortable. The hospice also encourages residents and their families to keep a journal together during their care journey.

The community is about 7.5 miles from downtown Mobile. The area has a Walk Score of 18 out of 100, so most trips require driving. Dental clinics, pharmacies, and other everyday services are also nearby, making errands more convenient for family members who visit regularly.

Families considering The Retreat at Saad Hospice should ask how the home care and facility-based care options work daily, as well as current staffing levels, because these details can vary depending on each family’s situation.

Walk Score
Walk Score: 18 / 100 Rank #309 / 417Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 309th 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.

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The Retreat at SAAD Hospice is located in Mobile, 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.
AL

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 The Retreat at SAAD Hospice

What neighborhood is The Retreat at SAAD Hospice in?

The Retreat at SAAD Hospice is in the Greenwich Hills neighborhood.

Is The Retreat at SAAD Hospice in a walkable area?

The Retreat at SAAD Hospice has a walk score of 18. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

Are pets allowed at The Retreat at SAAD Hospice?

No, The Retreat at SAAD Hospice has a no-pet policy.

Are there photos of The Retreat at SAAD Hospice?

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What is the address of The Retreat at SAAD Hospice?

The Retreat at SAAD Hospice is located at 1515-B S University Blvd, Mobile, AL 36609.

What is the phone number of The Retreat at SAAD Hospice?

(251) 660-3000 will put you in contact with the team at The Retreat at SAAD Hospice.

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