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Little Sisters of the Poor

1655 Mcgill Avenue

4.9(14 ratings)· Mobile average: 4

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Quick Facts

Total units
75
Medicare rating
5 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
Non profit, Corporation
Certified beds
75
Religious affiliation
Run by Catholic nuns dedicated to elder care
Admissions policy
All races and creeds are accepted
Age requirement
Residents generally 65 and older

What Families Think

An automated summary of family reviews and public information. Not verified by MyLivingChoice; confirm services, staffing and pricing with the community.

Little Sisters of the Poor is a small, faith-based skilled nursing and long-term care community in Mobile, Alabama, run by Catholic nuns dedicated to caring for the elderly poor. Reviewers describe a warm, patient-first atmosphere that welcomes residents of all races and faiths, and the community holds a strong 4.9 out of 5 rating, though based on a small number of reviews.

What reviewers praise

  • Nearly perfect 4.9/5 rating from reviewers
  • Sisters described as putting patients first
  • Welcomes residents of all races and creeds
  • Warm, close-knit, home-like community feel

What reviewers flag

  • No published pricing information available
  • Very few reviews (14) to draw on
  • Little detail on amenities or programming

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Little Sisters of the Poor is a senior living community in Mobile, Alabama offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Gathering / Activity Spaces, Social Activities and Housekeeping. Families rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 14 reviews.

About Little Sisters of the Poor

Little Sisters of the Poor in Mobile is a skilled nursing and long-term care community licensed for up to 75 residents. The facility is Medicare and Medicaid certified and holds a 5-star overall rating from CMS.

The community operates as a non-profit corporation and maintains 24-hour staff including on-site registered nurses for medication management and clinical care. Residents have access to an emergency call system, housekeeping services, dietary accommodations, and wheelchair accessibility throughout the facility.

Social engagement includes birthday and holiday parties, religious services, and gathering spaces for activities. The community emphasizes security and comprehensive support services designed for long-term skilled nursing care.

Types of Care at Little Sisters of the Poor

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Emergency Call System
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Meals & Dining

  • Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)
  • Security

Activities

  • Birthday / Holiday Parties
  • Religious Services
  • Social Activities

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Reviews of Little Sisters of the Poor

4.9overall · 14 ratings combined

4.9★ on Google (14)

Laurie WALTON

Nov 2025

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This is a religious order of sisters who take a vow to care for the aged and infirm poor. It is their mission in life to which they are dedicated. All races and creeds are accepted;65 and ilder

jaime raez

Dec 2018

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It a nursing home run by nuns it always have the patients first in mind

Debra Bagwell

Oct 2017

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This would be great fun for the kids. Pony rides, inflated stuff to play on, lots of games for kids! For adults, music, good food and a great bake sale, especially if you want to get pies and cakes for the holidays!

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Government Inspection History

4 inspection visits in the last three years, 9 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Nov 6, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Dec 15, 2025

Mar 12, 2020Fire Safety StandardHealth StandardNo citations
Jan 24, 2019Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard4 citations
  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 13, 2019

  • Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 22, 2019

  • Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 13, 2019

  • Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Feb 13, 2019

Dec 28, 2017Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard4 citations
  • Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jan 22, 2018

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 5, 2018

  • Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 5, 2018

  • Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 19, 2018

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Little Sisters of the Poor offer?

Little Sisters of the Poor offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is Little Sisters of the Poor located?

Little Sisters of the Poor is located at 1655 Mcgill Avenue in Mobile, Alabama.

What do families say about Little Sisters of the Poor?

Little Sisters of the Poor carries a 4.9 out of 5 rating from 14 Google reviews. Little Sisters of the Poor is a small, faith-based skilled nursing and long-term care community in Mobile, Alabama, run by Catholic nuns dedicated to caring for the elderly poor. Reviews on MyLivingChoice come from families who confirmed a connection to the community and appear with the reviewer's first name and last initial.

How did Little Sisters of the Poor do on recent health and safety inspections?

Little Sisters of the Poor had 4 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 9 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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