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Reviews of Fair Haven are mixed: several families praise the rehab therapy team, CNAs, and housekeeping staff for compassionate, attentive care, while one detailed report describes serious neglect and unprofessional staff behavior. The community, part of Methodist Homes, offers independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing/rehab services in a gated, chapel-equipped setting in Birmingham.
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Fair Haven is a senior living community in Birmingham, Alabama offering Assisted Living, Independent Living and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Outdoor Patio and Gathering / Activity Spaces. Families rate it 3.4 out of 5 across 100 reviews.
Fair Haven is a Methodist Homes senior living community in Birmingham, Alabama, offering independent living and assisted living options for residents with varying care needs. The community features newly renovated residences with household-style living for those requiring added assistance, where staff members are available to provide as much or as little support as needed.
The community maintains an active lifestyle through expanded life enhancement programs and a full calendar of activities coordinated by a Life Enrichment Mentor. The recently redesigned community center serves as the hub for larger group gatherings and social events, while a chapel provides a space for spiritual growth within the community's religious environment.
Fair Haven is described as an elegantly gated community that has undergone significant renewal and expansion. The community emphasizes engagement and connection among residents, with a focus on well-being, health, and happiness during retirement years.
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Help Me Choose3.4overall · 100 ratings combined
3.4★ on Google (100)
Wanda Knight
Jun 2026
My husband has been in the rehab center on the 2nd floor for 2 weeks now. There are 2 CNA’s that go above and beyond their job, Robert and Kylee, they are both very kind and gracious to my husband and myself. Always with a smile!
Dr. Dionne Bivins Worldwide Ministries
May 2026
This place seemed to be a good place but if I could give it 1 million 0 stars I would. The workers are lazy, smoke weed outside the facility, leave the patients with soiled adult wear, mean and just there for a paycheck. You can complain but they still do the same thing. My mom fell and they brushed it off and now I see she needed serious medical care. I will say maybe 3 folks were okay but that’s not adequate for our seniors and those in these nursing care facilities and who need great and compassionate healthcare care!!!!! Do not bring your loved one there unless you are going to stay there with them or be there day and night. Fox6 was about to get called!!!!!
Jennifer Williams
Feb 2026
My dad moved into Fair Haven assisted living and I found his apartment to be spacious and inviting. It made the transition to a new place really easy. The nursing personnel and staff were wonderful. My dad also spent some time in their rehab facility after hospital stays and they got him quickly back on his feet. He continued to have therapy once he was discharged back to assisted living. Everyone kept me informed and genuinely treated my dad like family. I highly recommend fair haven assisted living.
N. Hardy
Dec 2025
Our family had a very positive experience with Fair Haven nursing home where my uncle stayed. From the beginning, the staff was kind, professional, and attentive to his needs. They treated him with dignity and respect, always taking the time to listen and make sure he was comfortable. The nurses and aides showed genuine compassion, and it gave our family peace of mind knowing he was well cared for. I want to recognize Tierika (The Cook) for her tasty food and kind, friendly spirit to my uncle!!!! The facility was clean, welcoming, and had a calm atmosphere. We are truly grateful for the care and support they provided during an important time for our family.
Keith Remke
Dec 2025
Housekeeping has been fantastic especially Riley! Also the staff always seem to care when I need them most. The whole team is great!😊 Therapy is going great I appreciate all the help from Josh and Jeff.
3 inspection visits in the last three years, 26 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 16, 2021
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 16, 2021
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 16, 2021
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 11, 2020
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 11, 2020
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 11, 2020
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 11, 2020
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 5, 2020
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 11, 2020
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 11, 2020
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 16, 2020
Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 5, 2020
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 5, 2020
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 5, 2020
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 5, 2020
Have horizontal exits used in accordance with safety requirements.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 11, 2020
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 11, 2020
Meet other general requirements that are deficient.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 11, 2020
Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 11, 2020
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 11, 2020
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 11, 2019
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 15, 2019
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 11, 2019
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 11, 2019
Have corridors or aisles that are unobstructed and are at least 8 feet in width.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 15, 2019
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 1, 2019
Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.
Fair Haven offers Assisted Living, Independent Living and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
Fair Haven is located at 1424 Montclair Road in Birmingham, Alabama.
Reviews of Fair Haven are mixed: several families praise the rehab therapy team, CNAs, and housekeeping staff for compassionate, attentive care, while one detailed report describes serious neglect and unprofessional staff behavior. The community, part of Methodist Homes, offers independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing/rehab services in a gated, chapel-equipped setting in Birmingham.
Fair Haven had 3 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 26 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.
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