Hospice of West Alabama

Overview of Hospice of West Alabama

Set in the quiet residential area of Loop Road, Tuscaloosa, AL, Hospice of West Alabama is a unique senior living community specializing in hospice care. As a non-profit community, Hospice of West Alabama is dedicated to enhancing seniors’ quality of life. A cheerful and responsible team supports seniors and families every step of the way.

The community fosters a bright and friendly environment to keep residents happy and well. Ensuring seniors live without regrets, the community utilizes a holistic approach to care. Hospice of West Alabama ensures seniors and their families are well-supported in their end-of-life journey by providing grief support groups and counseling services.

(205) 523-0101

Types of Care at Hospice of West Alabama

Hospice Care

15-bed community

A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.

Walk Score: 7 / 100

Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Facility TypeHospice

StatusRegular

CountyTuscaloosa

Business TypeNonprofit Corporation

Hospice of West Alabama is administrated by Latrelle Hallum.

What does this home offer?

Building Type: Single-story

Managed by Lbsw Latrelle Hallum

Executive Director

Latrelle Hallum, LBSW, serves as the Executive Director at Hospice of West Alabama. She leads the community with a commitment to compassionate care and operational excellence, ensuring the highest quality services for residents and their families.

7.5 miles from city center 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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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).

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.)

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The information below is reported by the Alabama Department of Public Health, Bureau of Health Provider Standards.

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Hospice of West Alabama	HOS Hospice Care Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal diagnosis and six months or less to live. Prioritizes pain management and quality of life over curative treatment. Covered in full by Medicare Part A. HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.	Tuscaloosa (Mayfair)	15	No	7	-	-	Latrelle Hallum
Journey Hospice	HH Hospice Home HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.	Birmingham (Cahaba Heights)	-	No	75	-	A+	-

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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.

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.

What is the address of Hospice of West Alabama?

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

What is the phone number of Hospice of West Alabama?

(205) 523-0101 will put you in contact with the team at Hospice of West Alabama.

What county is Hospice of West Alabama located in?

Hospice of West Alabama is in Tuscaloosa County.

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