Primarily short stays
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
Fair Haven – Assisted Living
Fair Haven – Assisted Living is an Assisted Living Home in Alabama
Fair Haven – Assisted… is an Assisted Living Home in Alabama
Fair Haven – Assisted Living
Fair Haven – Assisted Living is an Assisted Living Home in Alabama
Fair Haven – Assisted… is an Assisted Living Home in Alabama
Quality ratings
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
76
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.
Occupancy rate
86.6%
Residents per day (avg)
231
Occupancy rate
86.6%
Residents per day (avg)
231
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Post-acute recovery
Temporary care
Transitional stays
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
22% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
28 days
Private pay
67% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Medicaid
10% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
2 years
Finances and operations
Voluntary non-profit home
Church
Home revenue
$35.4M
Operating deficit
-$867.2K
Voluntary non-profit home
Church
Home revenue
$35,387,893.00
Operating deficit
$-867,219.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$14.2M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$21.8M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$36.0M
76-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
About this community
License Status
Regular
Facility Type
Assisted Living Facility
Additional licensing details
CMS Certification Number:
015076
County:
Jefferson
Ownership & operating entity
Fair Haven – Assisted Living is administrated by Earnestine Thompson.
Profit status:
Nonprofit Corporation
Comparison Chart
The information below is reported by the Alabama Department of Public Health, Bureau of Health Provider Standards.Compare Assisted Living around Birmingham
Fair Haven – Assisted Living
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
AL 35210
259
No
-
-
ALLISON, WILLIAM
86.6%
$33,482,868.00
$14,231,435.00
42.5%
230.80
3/5
4.9180
3/5
4/5
2/5
10
-
The Neighborhood at Vestavia Hills
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
IL
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
MC
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
Birmingham
77
Yes
B-
31
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Brookdale University Park
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
IL
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
MC
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
Birmingham
66
Yes
A+
84
AMERICAN RETIREMENT CORPORATION
89.0%
$9,829,680.00
$3,815,788.00
38.8%
56.00
1/5
4.2190
1/5
4/5
4/5
-
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Somerby St. Vincent’s One Nineteen
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
IL
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
MC
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
RC
Respite Care
Birmingham
56
No
-
31
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Country Cottage – Hoover
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
MC
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
RC
Respite Care
Hoover
-
No
-
7
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
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8.1 miles from city center
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
339
Total Staff
216
Employees
123
Contractors
93,205
Total Hours (Quarter)
124
Avg Staff/Day
8.3
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 47 | 7.6 | Yes |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 80 | 8.7 | Yes |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 146 | 8.5 | No |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
3 staff
8.4hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
286 staff
8.5hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
12 staff
8.7hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
25 staff
6hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
1 staff
6.2hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
10 staff
6.4hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
1 staff
8.1hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
1 staff
8.2hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
14.1%
of total hours from contractors
13,116 contractor hours this quarter
Registered Nurse: 36
Qualified Social Worker: 10
Speech Language Pathologist: 10
Licensed Practical Nurse: 52
Physical Therapy Aide: 4
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist: 1
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 4
Physical Therapy Assistant: 3
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 2
Medical Director: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 146 | 0 | 146 | 55,397 | 91 | 100% | 8.5 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 28 | 52 | 80 | 14,267 | 91 | 100% | 8.7 |
| Registered Nurse | 11 | 36 | 47 | 6,181 | 91 | 100% | 7.6 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 10 | 0 | 10 | 4,409 | 91 | 100% | 8.7 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 4 | 0 | 4 | 2,463 | 89 | 98% | 9.3 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 10 | 10 | 1,670 | 90 | 99% | 6.2 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 10 | 10 | 1,399 | 79 | 87% | 6.4 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 4 | 4 | 1,339 | 72 | 79% | 6.9 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1,073 | 64 | 70% | 8.8 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 9 | 0 | 9 | 1,026 | 75 | 82% | 6.6 |
| Administrator | 2 | 0 | 2 | 802 | 64 | 70% | 9.3 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 4 | 4 | 667 | 78 | 86% | 5.2 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 3 | 3 | 578 | 82 | 90% | 6.2 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 532 | 66 | 73% | 8.1 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 509 | 62 | 68% | 8.2 |
| Therapeutic Recreation Specialist | 0 | 1 | 1 | 362 | 58 | 64% | 6.2 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 2 | 0 | 2 | 299 | 45 | 49% | 4.9 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 203 | 47 | 52% | 4.2 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 32 | 13 | 14% | 2.5 |
Health Inspection History
Source: CMS Health Citations (Mar 2019 – Jun 2021)
3
Inspections
11
Total Citations
0
Critical (J-L)
0
Serious (G-I)
3.67
Citations/Inspection
Jun 2021
Last Inspection
Citation Severity Distribution
What do these levels mean?
Top Deficiency Categories
Infection Control
2
18% of total
Quality of Life & Care
2
18% of total
Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation
1
9% of total
Pharmacy Services
1
9% of total
Citation Sources
Standard Inspections
11
Complaint Investigations
0
State Comparison (AL)
Citations
11
Alabama average: 10.4
Critical Citations
0
Alabama average: 0.7
Recent Citations (Last 3 Years)
| Date | Severity ? | Category | Tag | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2021 | E | Nutrition | F0814 | Corrected |
| Jun 17, 2021 | D | Quality of Care | F0686 | Corrected |
| Jun 17, 2021 | D | Care Planning | F0656 | Corrected |
| Jan 30, 2020 | D | Abuse/Neglect | F0609 | Corrected |
| Jan 30, 2020 | D | Infection Control | F0880 | Corrected |
| Jan 30, 2020 | D | Pharmacy | F0761 | Corrected |
| Jan 30, 2020 | D | Quality of Care | F0677 | Corrected |
| Jan 30, 2020 | D | Care Planning | F0661 | Corrected |
| Mar 07, 2019 | E | Infection Control | F0880 | Corrected |
| Mar 07, 2019 | D | Care Planning | F0641 | Corrected |
| Mar 07, 2019 | D | Care Planning | F0658 | Corrected |
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: Non-Profit Corporation
Part of: METHODIST HOMES OF ALABAMA AND NOORTHW
Resident Census by Payment Source
197
Total Residents
Medicare
10
(5.1%)
ⓘ
Medicaid
102
(51.8%)
ⓘ
Private Pay/Other
85
(43.1%)
ⓘ
Specialized Care Beds
30
Total Specialty Beds
11.6%
of Bed Capacity
30
Alzheimer's / Dementia Beds ⓘ
11.6%
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
Nurse Aide Training
ⓘ
CCRC
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Active
Resident Council
ⓘ
Quality Measures
CMS quality measures assess care quality for long-stay and short-stay residents. Lower percentages generally indicate better outcomes for most measures.
Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare (Data as of Jan 2026)
High-Risk Clinical Events
10.5
Score
18% worse than avg
Alabama avg: 8.9
Composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and ADL decline
Functional Decline
18.0
Score
24% worse than avg
Alabama avg: 14.5
Composite score based on ADL decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence
Long-Stay Resident Measures
Measures for residents who stay 101 days or more. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
15.1%
Lost Too Much Weight
5.1%
Urinary Tract Infection
2.6%
Depressive Symptoms
0.1%
Falls with Major Injury
4.8%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
91.1%
Antipsychotic Use
16.5%
Walking Ability Worsened
19.2%
Influenza Vaccine
89.3%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
8.2%
Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
19.6%
Short-Stay Resident Measures
Measures for residents who stay 100 days or less (typically rehabilitation patients).
Pneumococcal Vaccine
87.1%
Near average
Alabama: 83.7%
Short-Stay Residents Who Received a New Antipsychotic Medication
1.0%
54% better than avg
Alabama: 2.1%
Influenza Vaccine
88.0%
10% better than avg
Alabama: 80.3%
Penalties & Fines
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)
Total Fines
$32K
Alabama avg: $65K
51% better than avg
Number of Fines
10
Alabama avg: 2.4
Compared to Alabama Average
Facility: $32K |
Alabama Avg: $65K
Penalty History
Showing first 5 of 10 penalties (Aug 2023 - Oct 2023)
Oct 30, 2023
Civil Money Penalty
$5K
Oct 23, 2023
Civil Money Penalty
$4K
Oct 17, 2023
Civil Money Penalty
$4K
Oct 10, 2023
Civil Money Penalty
$4K
Oct 2, 2023
Civil Money Penalty
$3K
Sep 25, 2023
Civil Money Penalty
$3K
Sep 18, 2023
Civil Money Penalty
$2K
Sep 11, 2023
Civil Money Penalty
$2K
Sep 5, 2023
Civil Money Penalty
$2K
Aug 14, 2023
Civil Money Penalty
$3K
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Fair Haven – Assisted Living based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
86.6%
↑ 0.5pp vs 2023
Net Income
-$867,219
↑ ~$2.1M vs 2023
Total Payroll
$15,690,698
↑ ~$1.0M vs 2023
Profit Margin
-2.6%
↑ 6.4pp vs 2023
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Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Elderly and Disabled Waiver
Alabama Medicaid E&D Waiver
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Must be assessed by a nurse for nursing home-level care need.
- Services: 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)
Official government program page
- General: Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia), Alabama resident.
- Income Limits: No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
- Asset Limits: Not applicable.
- AL Specifics: Focus on rural caregivers; limited funding.
- Services: 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
Official government program page
- General: Age 55+, 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 Specifics: High ROI; saved $43.5M for 6,825 participants in FY 2022.
- Services: Prescription cost reduction (avg. $6,300/year savings per participant), medication management support.
Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)
- General: Age 60+ priority, 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 Specifics: Prioritizes seniors and disabled; limited annual funding.
- Services: Insulation, weather stripping, HVAC repairs (avg. $500-$1,000 in annual energy savings).
Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly
AL Section 202
- General: Age 62+, 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 Specifics: High demand in urban areas like Birmingham; limited units statewide.
- Services: Subsidized rent (30% of income, e.g., $300-$500/month), on-site services (housekeeping, transportation, ~$200/month value).
Alabama CARES Program
AL CARES
Official government program page
- 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 Specifics: Prioritizes caregivers with greatest economic/social need; complements respite programs like AL Lifespan Respite.
- Services: Respite care (up to 10 days/year), counseling (4-6 sessions/year), training (2-3 workshops/year), supplemental supplies (e.g., $200/year avg.).
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Alabama Medicaid E&D Waiver
Elderly and Disabled Waiver
Requirements:
General:Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics:Must be assessed by a nurse for nursing home-level care need.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: 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 (via NFCSP)
Alabama Respite for Caregivers Program
Requirements:
- General:Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia), Alabama resident.
- Income Limits:No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
- Asset Limits:Not applicable.
- AL Specifics:Focus on rural caregivers; limited funding.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: In-home respite (4-6 hours/day), adult day care (~$50/day), short-term facility care (up to 5 days).
AL SenioRx
SenioRx Prescription Assistance Program
Requirements:
- General:Age 55+, 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 Specifics:High ROI; saved $43.5M for 6,825 participants in FY 2022.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Prescription cost reduction (avg. $6,300/year savings per participant), medication management support.
AL WAP
Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+ priority, 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 Specifics:Prioritizes seniors and disabled; limited annual funding.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Insulation, weather stripping, HVAC repairs (avg. $500-$1,000 in annual energy savings).
AL Section 202
Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly
Requirements:
- General:Age 62+, 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 Specifics:High demand in urban areas like Birmingham; limited units statewide.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Subsidized rent (30% of income, e.g., $300-$500/month), on-site services (housekeeping, transportation, ~$200/month value).
AL CARES
Alabama CARES Program
Requirements:
- 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 Specifics:Prioritizes caregivers with greatest economic/social need; complements respite programs like AL Lifespan Respite.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Respite care (up to 10 days/year), counseling (4-6 sessions/year), training (2-3 workshops/year), supplemental supplies (e.g., $200/year avg.).
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