Best Skilled Nursing in Huntsville, Alabama
11 communities found
Huntsville has 12 skilled nursing communities, all residential, with an average family rating of 3.8 drawn from 1,317 reviews read across the 12 rated communities. Among the 8 communities with a Medicare star rating, the average is 2.3, with 2 rated four stars or higher and 4 rated one star. None of the 12 communities publish pricing.
- 11communities
- 3.7average rating, 11 rated
- 1,231family reviews read
- 0small homes, 10 or fewer
homeRN Huntsville
Huntsville, Alabama
5(78)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Regency Retirement Village of Huntsville
Huntsville, Alabama
4.8(682)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
ChristyCare
Huntsville, Alabama
4.7(24)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Redstone Village
Huntsville, Alabama
4.2(36)
Independent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
The Health Center At Research Park
Huntsville, Alabama
3.7(60)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Huntsville Health and Rehabilitation, LLC
Huntsville, Alabama
3.5(49)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Regency Health Care & Rehab Center
Huntsville, Alabama
3.2(37)
Independent LivingMemory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Brookshire Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
Huntsville, Alabama
3.2(70)
Memory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Rocket City Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center
Huntsville, Alabama
3(66)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Windsor House
Huntsville, Alabama
2.8(54)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Diversicare Of Big Springs
Huntsville, Alabama
2.3(75)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated skilled nursing in Huntsville
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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5 (78 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Families and individual clients consistently praise homeRN Huntsville's in-home nurses for prompt, professional, and compassionate care.
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Regency Retirement Village of Huntsville
4.8 (682 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Reviewers describe Regency Retirement Village of Huntsville as clean, warm, and staffed by caring, long-tenured employees, with praise for rehab therapy and nursing care.
- 3
4.7 (24 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
ChristyCare is an adult day program in Huntsville that lets families keep loved ones at home in the evenings while providing structured daytime care.
- 4
4.2 (36 reviews)· Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 56 units
Redstone Village is a Life Plan community praised for friendly staff, an active social calendar, and a full continuum of care.
- 5
The Health Center At Research Park
3.7 (60 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 91 units
Family reviews describe attentive nurses, a warm, home-like atmosphere, and staff who go beyond basic duties for residents in rehab.
- 6
Huntsville Health and Rehabilitation, LLC
3.5 (49 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 105 units
Reviews are sharply divided, with praise for nursing staff, cleanliness, and physical therapy, alongside concerns about communication and medication delays.
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Regency Health Care & Rehab Center
3.2 (37 reviews)· Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 90 units
Reviews are mixed, with strong praise for physical therapy and caregivers, though one serious complaint involved missing belongings and improper catheter care.
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Brookshire Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
3.2 (70 reviews)· Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 129 units
Reviews are sharply divided, with praise for the rehab therapy team and CNA responsiveness, alongside concerns about medication management and cleanliness.
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Rocket City Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center
3 (66 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 159 units
Reviews are sharply divided, with praise for the physical and occupational therapy team, but concerns about building upkeep and staffing levels.
- 10
2.8 (54 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 117 units
Windsor House is a skilled nursing and long-term care facility in Huntsville, Alabama, with a mixed reputation among families. While a few reviewers praise the kindness of certain staff members, most describe a facility…
What families say about skilled nursing in Huntsville
Counted across the review summaries of 11 Huntsville communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Families praise caring, attentive staff at 100% of the 12 communities and medical and nursing care at 75%. Building and grounds earn praise from 67%, food and dining from 25%, but staff attitude is a concern at 67% of communities and communication with families at 42%.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 100%
- Medical and nursing care 73%
- Building and grounds 73%
- Cleanliness 55%
- Warm, home-like feel 27%
Concerns raised
- Staff attitude 64%
- Communication with families 45%
- Medical and nursing care 45%
- Staffing levels and turnover 27%
“While visiting my sister, her room was really nice and clean, spacious. The lobby area were nice and clean. Staff very kind and friendly.”
“Jill came to my apartment for IV therapy and it was a great experience. The few challenges we had with my apartment she navigated really well. The needle stick was pain-free and she was lovely company during the visit. I would highly recommend!”
Skilled Nursing in Huntsville: the figures
- •Of the 8 with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 1 have 11 to 60, and 7 have more than 60.
- •8 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 2 out of 5: 2 rated four stars or better, 5 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: emergency call system (10), medication management (10), 24-hour staff (10), social activities (9), housekeeping (9), on-site nurse (rn) (9).
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 Huntsville
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Madison9.5 mi | 12 | 4.5 / 5 | 9.5 mi |
| Athens21.8 mi | 17 | 4.2 / 5 | 21.8 mi |
| Decatur24.4 mi | 13 | 4.6 / 5 | 24.4 mi |
| Fayetteville, Tennessee30.5 mi | 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 30.5 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 23, 2026 from the 11 communities listed in Huntsville, 1,231 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 Huntsville ask about.
- Home Care in Alabama: Agencies, Medicare Home Health Ratings, and What It Costs
- Nursing Home vs. Assisted Living: Which Level of Care Does Your Loved One Actually Need?
- What to Expect from Daily Life in a Skilled Nursing Home?
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Skilled Nursing in Huntsville: Common Questions
How many skilled nursing long term care communities are in Huntsville, Alabama?
MyLivingChoice lists 11 skilled nursing long term care communities in Huntsville, Alabama, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which skilled nursing long term care communities in Huntsville are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include homeRN Huntsville (5★, 78 ratings), Regency Retirement Village of Huntsville (4.8★, 682 ratings), ChristyCare (4.7★, 24 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Huntsville?
Beyond skilled nursing long term care, Huntsville has independent living (17 communities), assisted living (15 communities), at-home care (12 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (11 communities), memory care (9 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate skilled nursing long term care in Huntsville?
Families rate Huntsville skilled nursing long term care communities 3.7 out of 5 on average, across 1,231 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Huntsville skilled nursing long term care communities?
Across the review summaries of 11 Huntsville communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 100%), medical and nursing care (mentioned for 73%), building and grounds (mentioned for 73%). The most common concerns are staff attitude (64%), communication with families (45%), medical and nursing care (45%).
Are there small skilled nursing long term care homes in Huntsville?
Of the 8 Huntsville communities with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 1 has 11 to 60, and 7 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.
How do Huntsville nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
8 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Huntsville carry an overall star rating, averaging 2 out of 5. 2 are rated four stars or better and 5 are rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.
Prefer to stay home?
Home care agencies serving Huntsville bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.
