Primarily short stays
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
Most new residents arrive under private pay (74% of admissions), and a typical private pay stay runs around 1 months.
Owned by John Wheeler, Aspire Physical Recovery Center at Cahaba River is a nursing home built around short-term rehabilitation and recovery in Vestavia Hills, Alabama. The 120-bed facility sits in a really walkable neighborhood where most daily errands can be done on foot, making it convenient for visiting families and residents to venture out when wanted. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are welcome, giving families lots of routes to cover post-acute rehabilitation and ongoing skilled nursing care.
The average stay length of 40 days reflects a robust focus on helping residents recover and return home after a hospital stay or major surgery. That short-stay profile shapes the entire approach: the facility emphasizes intensive rehabilitation services via specialized nursing, therapy, and a rapid recovery program, supported by on-site pharmacy services. Staffing levels underscore this dedication, with total nursing care averaging nearly 5 hours per resident day and nurse aide support at nearly 4 hours per resident day. Day-to-day living is boosted by amenities that support recovery and well-being. A full-service spa and health and beauty spa are present, and a professional chef prepares meals using fresh, healthy ingredients under a registered dietician’s guidance. The community also offers concierge services to help with daily needs, allowing residents and families to focus on the recovery process.
Aspire Physical Recovery Center at Cahaba River, LLC is administered by Maegan Estes Darby.
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Last Health inspection on Jan 2024
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Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
9 of 17 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 8 of 17 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
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Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Manages medical care and health needs.
Assists with medical care and medications.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total hours from contractors
6,864 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 66 | 0 | 66 | 19,840 | 92 | 100% | 7.7 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 27 | 0 | 27 | 7,917 | 92 | 100% | 9.2 |
| Registered Nurse | 30 | 0 | 30 | 6,841 | 92 | 100% | 8.6 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 27 | 0 | 27 | 6,467 | 92 | 100% | 7.2 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 24 | 0 | 24 | 5,646 | 92 | 100% | 8.5 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 9 | 9 | 2,151 | 78 | 85% | 7.3 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 7 | 7 | 1,626 | 80 | 87% | 7.3 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,532 | 64 | 70% | 7.9 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 3 | 3 | 1,401 | 75 | 82% | 7.4 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,387 | 66 | 72% | 9.3 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 3 | 3 | 1,182 | 80 | 87% | 7.2 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 603 | 79 | 86% | 7.2 |
| Administrator | 2 | 0 | 2 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 4 | 4 | 504 | 70 | 76% | 7.1 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 434 | 56 | 61% | 7.7 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 421 | 59 | 64% | 7.1 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 170 | 26 | 28% | 6.5 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 1 | 0 | 1 | 110 | 23 | 25% | 4.8 |
Includes penalties issued in 2024
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
1 penalty in the past 3 years
Jan 12, 2024 · $17K
Last updated: Jan 2026
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
25% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
74% of new residents, often for short stays.
2% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Historical financial and operational data for Aspire Physical Recovery Center at Cahaba River, LLC from 2017–2024, based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 06/2024.
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
Most new residents arrive under private pay (74% of admissions), and a typical private pay stay runs around 1 months.
Coverage residents most often arrive under.
Coverage residents most often leave under.
3070 Healthy Way, Vestavia Hills, AL 35243-2331
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The information below is reported by the Alabama Department of Public Health, Bureau of Health Provider Standards.
| Aspire Physical Recovery Center at Cahaba River, LLC | NH PC | Vestavia Hills | - | 120 | - | 73 | - |
| Kirkwood By the River | NH AL IL MC | Birmingham (Overton) | - | 46 | A+ | 0 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Galleria Woods | NH AL IL NC RC | Birmingham | - | 24 | A+ | 28 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Westminster Village – Spanish Fort | NH AL HC IL MC PC | Spanish Fort (Bridgehead) | - | 60 | - | 27 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Plantation Manor Retirement Community | NH AL MC | Mccalla | - | 103 | - | 7 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms |
Aspire Physical Recovery Center at Cahaba River, LLC has a walk score of 73. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
Aspire Physical Recovery Center at Cahaba River, LLC's occupancy is 90%.
Aspire Physical Recovery Center at Cahaba River, LLC is registered as a for-profit in AL.
Maegan Estes Darby is the administrator of Aspire Physical Recovery Center at Cahaba River, LLC.
Aspire Physical Recovery Center at Cahaba River, LLC has 120 beds.
Yes — there are 7 photos of Aspire Physical Recovery Center at Cahaba River, LLC in the photo gallery on this page.
Aspire Physical Recovery Center at Cahaba River, LLC is located at 3070 Healthy Way, Vestavia Hills, AL 35243-2331.
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