St. Martin’s in the Pines

Overview of St. Martin’s in the Pines

Located on Montevallo Road in Birmingham, Alabama, St. Martin’s in the Pines is a skilled nursing community with 71 beds in a three-story building. Owned by Trina Vines, the community accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. It currently has 28 occupied beds, representing a 39% occupancy rate, while the average resident stay of 123 days reflects a combination of short-term rehabilitation and long-term nursing care.

Additionally, residents receive an average of four hours of nursing care each day, including approximately 43 minutes from registered nurses, 37 minutes from LPNs/LVNs, and 3 hours and 2 minutes from nurse aides. The surrounding neighborhood has a Walk Score of 39, making a few nearby destinations accessible on foot, although most errands and appointments require transportation.

Over the past nine years, inspections conducted by the Alabama Department of Public Health have repeatedly identified compliance concerns involving food safety, care documentation, fall prevention, medication administration, pain management, and resident hygiene. These findings highlight the need for continued operational improvements and ongoing regulatory oversight to support the quality of care provided to older adults.

Facility Direct Line (205) 956-1831

Staffing hours breakdown

Hours per resident per day — compared to Alabama state averages

Staff type	Hours / Day / Resident	vs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes.	34m per day	▼ 11% State avg: 38m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care.	40m per day	▼ 15% State avg: 47m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life.	3h 0m per day	▲ 20% State avg: 2h 30m per day · National avg: 2h 20m per day
Weekend Total Nursing Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.	3h 48m per day	▲ 16% State avg: 3h 17m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation.	4m per day	▲ 100% State avg: 2m per day · National avg: 4m per day
Weekend RN Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.	24m per day	▲ 9% State avg: 22m per day · National avg: 28m per day

71-bed community

A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

Walk Score: 39 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)

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About this community

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility

StatusRegular

CountyJefferson

Business TypeLimited Liability Company

CMS Certification Number15433

St. Martin’s in the Pines is administered by Courtlyn Wiggins.

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

ContactMs. Trina Vines, Executive Director/CEO (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)

Since 2017 · 9 years of data 18 deficiencies

Inspection Scorecard This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Alabama state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2017 vs. Alabama state average

Overall vs. AL average

Deficiencies Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	AL Average	vs. AL Avg
Total deficiencies Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	18	17	This facility has 6% more total deficiencies than a typical Alabama nursing home (18 vs. AL avg 17).↑ 6% worse

Inspection Reports Summary An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

July 18, 2025 inspection found six deficiencies including unsafe food warming causing immediate jeopardy, failure to provide scheduled baths, incomplete fall and fracture investigations, and ineffective pain management.
October 3, 2019 inspection cited two deficiencies for unlabeled feeding tube and a CNA failing hand hygiene after resident care, posing infection control risks.
August 24, 2017 inspection identified seven deficiencies including incomplete care plans, failure to follow dysphagia orders, poor kitchen sanitation, and infection control lapses.

Long-stay resident measures

Average Alabama avg: 3.3

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days 1.20

40% better than Alabama average

Alabama average: 2.00

ED visits per 1,000 days 1.67

7% better than Alabama average

Alabama average: 1.79

Short-stay resident measures

Below average Alabama avg: 2.1

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay 23.0%

6% better than Alabama average

Alabama average: 24.5%

Emergency department visits 6.1%

47% better than Alabama average

Alabama average: 11.5%

Falls with major injury 1.1%

43% worse than Alabama average

Alabama average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge 35.4%

34% worse than Alabama average

Alabama average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community 41.7%

18% worse than Alabama average

Alabama average: 50.6%

What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Housing Options: Private Rooms

Building Type: 3-story

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

5.5 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Birmingham's city center to St. Martin’s in the Pines's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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.)

What neighborhood is St. Martin’s in the Pines in?

St. Martin’s in the Pines is in the Eastwood neighborhood of Birmingham.

Is St. Martin’s in the Pines in a walkable area?

St. Martin’s in the Pines has a walk score of 39. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Are pets allowed at St. Martin’s in the Pines?

Yes, St. Martin’s in the Pines allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of St. Martin’s in the Pines?

Courtlyn Wiggins is the administrator of St. Martin’s in the Pines.

How many beds does St. Martin’s in the Pines have?

St. Martin’s in the Pines has 71 beds.

Are there photos of St. Martin’s in the Pines?

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What is the address of St. Martin’s in the Pines?

St. Martin’s in the Pines is located at 4941 Montevallo Rd, Birmingham, AL 35210.

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