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Rocket City Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center

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Nursing Home in Huntsville

Rocket City Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center

105 Teakwood Drive SW, Huntsville, AL 35801 View map
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Overview of Rocket City Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
Rocket City Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is located in Huntsville, Alabama. It offers expert short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, and therapy services with a dedicated team for residents. The facility is designed to provide a supportive environment for individuals transitioning from hospital to home or requiring ongoing care.
(256) 881-5000
(256) 881-5000

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 159

This home is administrated by Melissa J Sikes.

Bed community size
159-bed community
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeNursing Home
StatusRegular
CountyMadison

Ownership & Operating Entity

Rocket City Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is administrated by Melissa J Sikes.

Profit StatusLimited Liability Company

Therapy & Rehabilitation

3 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

2 services
Short Term Rehab
Long Term Care

Amenities & Lifestyle

20 amenities
Private And Semi Private Rooms
Three Spacious Therapy Gyms
Activities Department
On Site Maintenance
Physician Services
Housekeeping
Laundry Services
Wifi Internet Access
Professional Social Services Team
Podiatry
Optometry
And Dental Services
24 Hour Registered Nurse Coverage
Beauty/Barber Shop
Emergency Alert System
Cable Tv
Licensed Dietitian
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Outdoor Common Space
Low Patient To Staff Ratios
Specific ProgramsShort Term Rehab, Long Term Care, Respite Care
Religious ServicesYes

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Compare Nursing Homes around Huntsville The information below is reported by the Alabama Department of Public Health, Bureau of Health Provider Standards.

5 facilities compared · CMS & AL Dept. of Health data · Updated Apr 2026

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Brookshire Healthcare Center
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Huntsville
129
82.0%
+2%
4.78
-26%
+9%
0
8
2.7
0
117
36
Aop Snf Operations Holdings Llc
$11.0M
$3.6M
32.7%
15127
Signature HealthCARE of Whitesburg Gardens
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Huntsville
159
64.9%
-20%
4.56
+47%
+4%
3
20
6.7
3
107
51
Shc Lp Holdings Llc
$16.2M
$4.2M
25.6%
15116
Windsor House
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Huntsville
117
82.7%
+2%
3.71
+44%
-15%
1
24
4.8
4
100
-
Diversicare Leasing Lp
$11.2M
$3.9M
34.7%
15397
The Health Center at Research Park
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Huntsville
91
86.2%
+7%
3.93
+60%
-10%
1
20
6.7
3
81
-
Ahp Orchards Llc
$11.9M
$4.3M
35.9%
15458
Rocket City Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
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NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Huntsville
159
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Brookshire Healthcare Center Brookshire Healthcare Center
Overall Rating:
Type of care: AL NH
Community: Huntsville
Bed Count: 129
Occupancy: 82.0%
Occupancy vs State Avg: +2%
Nurse hrs per resident/day: 4.8
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
RN share vs State Avg : -26%
Staffing vs State Avg: +9%
Citations: 8
Citations per Inspection: 2.7
Avg Residents/Day: 117
Operator: Aop Snf Operations Holdings Llc
Home Revenue: $10,991,375.00
Payroll Costs: $3,598,810.00
Payroll %: 32.7%
CCN: 15127
Signature HealthCARE of Whitesburg Gardens Signature HealthCARE of Whitesburg Gardens
Overall Rating:
Type of care: AL NH
Community: Huntsville
Bed Count: 159
Occupancy: 64.9%
Occupancy vs State Avg: -20%
Nurse hrs per resident/day: 4.6
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
RN share vs State Avg : +47%
Staffing vs State Avg: +4%
Number of Fines: 3
Citations: 20
Citations per Inspection: 6.7
Severe Citations: 3
Avg Residents/Day: 107.00
Operator: Shc Lp Holdings Llc
Home Revenue: $16,242,622.00
Payroll Costs: $4,151,986.00
Payroll %: 25.6%
CCN: 15116
Windsor House Windsor House
Overall Rating:
Type of care: NH AL
Community: Huntsville
Bed Count: 117
Occupancy: 82.7%
Occupancy vs State Avg: +2%
Nurse hrs per resident/day: 3.7
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
RN share vs State Avg : +44%
Staffing vs State Avg: -15%
Number of Fines: 1
Citations: 24
Citations per Inspection: 4.8
Severe Citations: 4
Avg Residents/Day: 100
Operator: Diversicare Leasing Lp
Home Revenue: $11,247,848.00
Payroll Costs: $3,906,537.00
Payroll %: 34.7%
CCN: 15397
The Health Center at Research Park The Health Center at Research Park
Overall Rating:
Type of care: NH AL
Community: Huntsville
Bed Count: 91
Occupancy: 86.2%
Occupancy vs State Avg: +7%
Nurse hrs per resident/day: 3.9
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
RN share vs State Avg : +60%
Staffing vs State Avg: -10%
Number of Fines: 1
Citations: 20
Citations per Inspection: 6.7
Severe Citations: 3
Avg Residents/Day: 80.50
Operator: Ahp Orchards Llc
Home Revenue: $11,882,717.00
Payroll Costs: $4,268,459.00
Payroll %: 35.9%
CCN: 15458
Rocket City Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center Rocket City Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
Type of care: NH AL
Community: Huntsville
Bed Count: 159
Citations per Inspection: 0.0
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Elderly and Disabled Waiver

Alabama Medicaid E&D Waiver

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.

Alabama Respite for Caregivers Program

Alabama Respite (via NFCSP)

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.

SenioRx Prescription Assistance Program

AL SenioRx

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.

Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)

AL 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.

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.

Alabama CARES Program

AL CARES

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.

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