Best Skilled Nursing in Birmingham, Alabama
23 communities found
Birmingham has 23 skilled nursing communities, rated 3.6 stars on average across 1,498 reviews read. Medicare's own star ratings average 2.5 across the 20 communities it tracks, with 2 rated four stars or higher and 3 rated just one star.
- 23communities
- 3.5average rating, 23 rated
- 1,384family reviews read
- 0small homes, 10 or fewer
From $3,270/moGalleria Woods
Birmingham, Alabama
4.8(193)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Longleaf Liberty Park
Birmingham, Alabama
4.4(36)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
Elite Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Birmingham, Alabama
4.3(126)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Kirkwood By The River
Birmingham, Alabama
4.3(98)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
The Ridge at Grandeview | Assisted Living Birmingham
Birmingham, Alabama
4.2(25)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
The Health Center of Eastview
Birmingham, Alabama
4(6)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Redmont Health & Rehabilitation Center
Birmingham, Alabama
4.1(33)
Memory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Brookdale University Park Skilled Nursing
Birmingham, Alabama
4.1(62)
Independent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
South Haven Health And Rehabilitation
Birmingham, Alabama
3.8(37)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Northway Health And Rehabilitation
Birmingham, Alabama
3.7(40)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Brookdale University Park
Birmingham, Alabama
3.6(53)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
Oak Knoll Health And Rehabilitation
Birmingham, Alabama
3.4(24)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated skilled nursing in Birmingham
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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4.8 (193 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 30 units
Galleria Woods draws highly positive feedback, with families praising staff warmth, smooth move-ins, and a friendly, close-knit resident community.
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4.4 (36 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Longleaf Liberty Park is a welcoming community where caregivers bond with residents, though some reviewers report inconsistent professionalism and medication handling lapses.
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Elite Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
4.3 (126 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 143 units
Elite Nursing & Rehabilitation Center draws sharply divided reviews, with praise for physical therapy alongside concerns about cleanliness and staffing.
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4.3 (98 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 61 units
Kirkwood By The River is described as caring and family-like, with compassionate rehabilitation staff and a peaceful, well-maintained campus.
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The Ridge at Grandeview | Assisted Living Birmingham
4.2 (25 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
The Ridge at Grandeview gets mixed reviews, with praise for caring staff and food but concerns about medication management and staffing shortages.
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4 (6 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 92 units
The Health Center of Eastview combines short-term rehab with long-term care, and reviewers largely praise the staff and leadership for compassion.
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Redmont Health & Rehabilitation Center
4.1 (33 reviews)· Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 163 units
Redmont Health & Rehabilitation Center is described as clean and homelike, with attentive staff and good family communication during recovery.
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Brookdale University Park Skilled Nursing
4.1 (62 reviews)· Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 66 units
Reviews for Brookdale University Park Skilled Nursing are sharply divided, ranging from reports of neglect to a strongly positive rehabilitation experience.
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South Haven Health And Rehabilitation
3.8 (37 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 101 units
South Haven Health and Rehabilitation draws mixed reviews, with compassionate end-of-life care praised alongside reports of hygiene lapses.
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Northway Health And Rehabilitation
3.7 (40 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 113 units
Reviews for Northway Health and Rehabilitation are sharply divided. Several families praise the administrator, Director of Nursing, and general nursing staff for warm, personal care, while other reviewers report serious…
What families say about skilled nursing in Birmingham
Counted across the review summaries of 23 Birmingham communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Families most often praise caring, attentive staff, cited in 87% of the 23 communities, and medical and nursing care, cited in 74%. Concerns center on staff attitude, mentioned for 65%, cost and billing for 61%, and communication with families for 43%.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 87%
- Medical and nursing care 78%
- Building and grounds 52%
- Activities and social life 39%
- Cleanliness 30%
Concerns raised
- Staff attitude 70%
- Cost and billing 57%
- Communication with families 48%
- Staffing levels and turnover 39%
“We moved my mom into Galleria Woods this past weekend and it could not have gone any smoother. Galleria Woods made mom feel special. The staff was great (Logan and Samantha). The residents came by to meet her. She feels very comfortable there. We are extremely grateful to have her in Galleria Woods.”
“Everyone is so nice friendly pleasant. This facility is a hidden gem, there are so many things to do here. It’s a top of the line living/ rehab care facility. I’m so thankful we were able to experience this place during our Mother’s illness/ rehab.”
“Toured this community and really thought it was very nice. So beautiful and caring staff. Residents seem happy, which is most important.”
Skilled Nursing in Birmingham: the figures
- •Of the 20 with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 1 have 11 to 60, and 19 have more than 60.
- •20 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 2.4 out of 5: 1 rated four stars or better, 4 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: wheelchair accessible (23), medication management (23), gathering / activity spaces (23), social activities (23), housekeeping (23), emergency call system (23).
How families pay for skilled nursing in Alabama
Most Alabama families start by paying privately, often drawing on savings, pensions and Social Security income, along with the proceeds from selling a home. Some have long-term care insurance policies that can be tapped to cover part or all of the monthly cost, and it's worth reviewing any policy early to understand what it will and won't pay for. Veterans and surviving spouses may qualify for VA Aid and Attendance, a benefit that can help offset the cost of assisted living or memory care, though families should confirm eligibility and application details directly with the VA.
The full picture for the state: Skilled Nursing in Alabama.
Skilled Nursing near Birmingham
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hoover9.1 mi | 14 | 4.2 / 5 | 9.1 mi |
| Trussville12.8 mi | 7 | 4.3 / 5 | 12.8 mi |
| Bessemer13.6 mi | 15 | 3.9 / 5 | 13.6 mi |
| Pell City27.1 mi | 13 | 4.1 / 5 | 27.1 mi |
All of Alabama: Skilled Nursing in Alabama. Closer to home? Compare skilled nursing near you, sorted by distance.
About these figures
Computed on October 21, 2026 from the 23 communities listed in Birmingham, 1,384 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change; the written summary was last revised September 25, 2026.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Birmingham ask about.
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- What to Expect from Daily Life in a Skilled Nursing Home?
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Skilled Nursing in Birmingham: Common Questions
How many skilled nursing long term care communities are in Birmingham, Alabama?
MyLivingChoice lists 23 skilled nursing long term care communities in Birmingham, Alabama, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which skilled nursing long term care communities in Birmingham are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Galleria Woods (4.8★, 193 ratings), Longleaf Liberty Park (4.4★, 36 ratings), Elite Nursing & Rehabilitation Center (4.3★, 126 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Birmingham?
Beyond skilled nursing long term care, Birmingham has skilled nursing / long term care (23 communities), independent living (15 communities), assisted living (13 communities), at-home care (8 communities), memory care (8 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate skilled nursing long term care in Birmingham?
Families rate Birmingham skilled nursing long term care communities 3.5 out of 5 on average, across 1,384 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Birmingham skilled nursing long term care communities?
Across the review summaries of 23 Birmingham communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 87%), medical and nursing care (mentioned for 78%), building and grounds (mentioned for 52%). The most common concerns are staff attitude (70%), cost and billing (57%), communication with families (48%).
Are there small skilled nursing long term care homes in Birmingham?
Of the 20 Birmingham communities with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 1 has 11 to 60, and 19 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.
How do Birmingham nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
20 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Birmingham carry an overall star rating, averaging 2.4 out of 5. 1 is rated four stars or better and 4 are rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.
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