Windsor House
Assisted Living & Hospice Care · Huntsville, AL

Windsor House

Assisted Living & Hospice Care · Huntsville, AL

Overview of Windsor House

Owned by Diversicare Leasing LP, Windsor House is a nursing home on McAllister Drive in Huntsville, Alabama. From here, families can conveniently access regional hospitals and medical services. The 117-bed facility has been operating for 38 years and serves both post-acute rehabilitation and longer-term nursing care residents. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families multiple ways to fund care.

The home has a substantial nursing staff. Total nursing care averages 3 hours and 43 minutes per resident each day. Licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants are available 24 hours a day to support daily personal care and medication management. They are responsible for specialized services such as diabetic care and insulin administration. At 83% occupancy, the facility is nearing capacity. Residents stay an average of about 4 months.

State inspections identified issues around medication practices, the accuracy of resident assessments and care documentation, infection control procedures, and facility maintenance standards. Families should ask about these areas during a tour to evaluate the daily operations.

The surrounding Huntsville neighborhood has a Walk Score of 37. Some nearby services are reachable on foot, but residents and visiting family need transportation for most trips.

Amenities on-site include homemade meals prepared throughout the day and scheduled activities to keep residents engaged. With 24-hour staffing, medication oversight, and established routines, the home has created a structured care environment for residents with ongoing nursing needs.

Bed community size
117-bed community Rank #68 / 241Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 68th out of 241 homes in Alabama for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Alabama facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Alabama that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
38 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 37 / 100 Rank #202 / 382Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 202nd out of 382 homes in Alabama for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Alabama facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Alabama that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeNursing Home
StatusRegular
CountyMadison
CMS Certification Number015397

Ownership & Operating Entity

Windsor House is administered by Bennie Susan Henderson.

Profit StatusLimited Liability Company

Staffing & Medical

3 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Staff-to-Resident Ratio: Low Resident to Caregiver Ratio

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Low Resident To Caregiver Ratio
Activities
Specific Programs24 Hour Care, Homemade Meals, Medication Management & Delivery, Diabetic Care and Insulin Administration, Scheduled Daily Activities
Operating Hours24 hours a day, 7 days a week

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Inspection History

In Alabama, the Department of Public Health, Bureau of Health Provider Standards conducts unannounced surveys to ensure facilities meet state licensing and federal certification safety standards.

Since 2018 · 8 years of data 28 deficiencies 5 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info 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 2018 vs. Alabama state average
Overall vs. AL average 1 Worse Metrics worse than Alabama average:
• Total deficiencies (65% above)
1 Better Metrics better than Alabama average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (67% below)

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityAL Averagevs. AL Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 2817 This facility has 65% more total deficiencies than a typical Alabama assisted living residence (28 vs. AL avg 17).↑ 65% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 5.617 This facility has 67% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Alabama assisted living residence (5.6 vs. AL avg 17).↓ 67% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityAL Averagevs. AL Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 51 This facility has had 400% more total inspections than the Alabama average (5 vs. AL avg 1). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 400% more

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Address 2.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Huntsville's city center to Windsor House's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Huntsville

Info below is compiled from the AL Dept. of Public Health (ADPH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

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Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-Stacey Henley
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HOS
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No
37
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AL AVG 39
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--Bennie Susan Henderson
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--Leigh Ann Hamby
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SNF (Skilled Nursing) (56)-Amy Reynolds

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Alabama

Windsor House is located in Huntsville, Alabama.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Alabama.

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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).
AL

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.
AL

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.
AL

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.
AL

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
AL

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.
AL

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.)

Frequently Asked Questions about Windsor House

Is Windsor House in a walkable area?

Windsor House has a walk score of 37. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

How long has Windsor House been in business?

Windsor House has been operating for approximately 38 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Windsor House?

No, Windsor House has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Windsor House?

Bennie Susan Henderson is the administrator of Windsor House.

How many beds does Windsor House have?

Windsor House has 117 beds.

Has Windsor House had any deficiencies?

Windsor House has had 28 reported deficiencies since 2018 according to records from AL Department of Health.

Are there photos of Windsor House?

Yes — there are 2 photos of Windsor House in the photo gallery on this page.

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