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Heritage Residential Care Village, located in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, is a premier senior living provider offering Assisted Living and Nursing Home services to senior residents. The spacious apartments are equipped with Wi-Fi and telephone services, fostering connections with family and friends. Residents enjoy an engaging lifestyle through a diverse range of scheduled activities, including creative arts classes, games, movie nights, and shopping excursions that foster social interactions. Nutritious meals and delectable desserts are served in the welcoming dining room, and residents can opt for in-room meal service for added convenience. The community boasts additional amenities, including a relaxing spa, a well-stocked library, a fully-equipped fitness room, and an outdoor patio, offering opportunities for relaxation and recreation.
The compassionate care staff at Heritage Residential Care Village collaborates closely with each resident to create a personalized care plan that caters to their specific needs and preferences. With a dedicated 24-hour team, seniors receive attentive assistance with daily tasks such as getting out of bed, medication management, grooming, bathing, and more. The community also offers convenient transportation to doctor’s appointments and provides laundry, linen, and housekeeping services to ensure residents’ comfort and convenience.
Gretchen Vakiener has over 20 years of experience in senior living and long-term care. She began her career as a licensed nursing home administrator and served as Executive Director at Friendship Village of Columbus. Gretchen joined Heritage Senior Living as Executive Director of Traditions of Hanover, achieving full occupancy, and later advanced to Regional Director of Operations and Vice President of Sales and Marketing.
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.
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
51% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
32% of new residents, often for short stays.
17% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Heritage Residential Care Village is administrated by Benjamin Edward Jackson.
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
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-1% +16% Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
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-45% +3% -18% Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
-45% +3% -18% Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
+47% -11% +14% Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
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Aspire Physical Recovery Center Of West Alabama
+34%
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Heritage Health Care & Rehab Inc
-45%
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Forest Manor Health and Rehab
+47%
-11%
+14%
Glen Haven Health And Rehabilitation LLC
-23%
+6%
+12%
1.3 miles from city center — 0.62 miles to nearest hospital (Alabama Hospice Care of Tuscaloosa)
1001 Snows Mill Ave, Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
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Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 9 | 7.8 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 34 | 7.6 | No |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 75 | 7.7 | No |
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 75 | 0 | 75 | 32,804 | 91 | 100% | 7.7 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 34 | 0 | 34 | 11,576 | 91 | 100% | 7.6 |
| Registered Nurse | 9 | 0 | 9 | 3,179 | 91 | 100% | 7.8 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 10 | 0 | 10 | 2,289 | 82 | 90% | 6.6 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,548 | 73 | 80% | 8 |
| Administrator | 2 | 0 | 2 | 960 | 64 | 70% | 7.5 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 567 | 61 | 67% | 9.3 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 513 | 65 | 71% | 7.9 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 478 | 64 | 70% | 7.5 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 456 | 51 | 56% | 7.2 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 2 | 2 | 432 | 56 | 62% | 7.7 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 15 | 15 | 431 | 65 | 71% | 4.8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 6 | 6 | 414 | 63 | 69% | 6 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 277 | 50 | 55% | 5.5 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 155 | 64 | 70% | 2.4 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 3 | 3 | 136 | 50 | 55% | 2.7 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 134 | 64 | 70% | 2.1 |
| Occupational Therapist | 0 | 1 | 1 | 81 | 11 | 12% | 7.4 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 48 | 6 | 7% | 8 |
| Other Physician | 0 | 1 | 1 | 26 | 13 | 14% | 2 |
Last Health inspection on Jan 2022
3 citations per inspection (avg)
Citations can result from standard inspections or complaint-based investigations.
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Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
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These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
9% above Alabama average.
26% above Alabama average.
15% below Alabama average.
55% below Alabama average.
24% below Alabama average.
72% below Alabama average.
81% below Alabama average.
6% below Alabama average.
1% above Alabama average.
3% above Alabama average.
40% above Alabama average.
6% better than Alabama average
21% worse than Alabama average
10% better than Alabama average
Historical financial and operational data for Heritage Residential Care Village based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
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