Nursing Homes in Dothan, Alabama
Dothan has 3 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 501 beds. The city average CMS rating is 2.7 stars, which is at Alabama's state average of 2.9 stars. 1 facility earns a B grade or better and is recommended for family consideration.
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City Average
-0.27 vs state
Total Beds
501
across 3 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 under CMS review
0 with abuse citations
Nurse Availability
34 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Well Staffed
3
exceed staffing threshold
100% of facilities
Zero Fines
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0 declined
Top Rated in Dothan
Westside Terrace Health & Rehabilitation Center
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Westside Terrace Health & Rehabilitation Center
★★★★★ · 80/100 · 165 beds
Extendicare Health And Rehab
★★★★★ · 60/100 · 170 beds
Wesley Place On Honeysuckle
★★★★★ · 21/100 · 166 beds
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About Nursing Home Care in Dothan
The verdict on nursing home care in Dothan, AL, is clear: options are limited and families should proceed with caution. The standout is Wesley Place on Honeysuckle, despite its troubling Grade F. While the overall market averages around 2.7 stars, the concerning circumstances at this facility overshadow any potential benefits. Families should be selective when considering care options in Dothan.
For those looking for better alternatives, consider visiting Extendicare Health & Rehabilitation and Windsor Health & Rehabilitation Center. Both facilities have clean records with zero fines in the last three years and are well-staffed, which is crucial for quality care. However, neither facility stands out with any commendable ratings, so families should maintain realistic expectations and perhaps look beyond Dothan for more reliable options.
Skip Wesley Place on Honeysuckle entirely due to its Grade F rating, which raises serious concerns about the quality of care provided. The facility is known for multiple deficiencies that could impact your loved one's wellbeing. When visiting any facility, make it a point to ask direct questions about staff-to-resident ratios and care practices to ensure you’re making the best choice for your family.
Dothan at a Glance
Good News
- • 2 facilities with clean records—no fines in 3 years
- • 1 community-run facility (non-profit)
- • 3 facilities have more nurses than required
Be Aware
- • Some facilities have less nurse time than recommended
What's Changing
- → 3 facilities stayed the same
- ★ Overall: Dothan is stable
Questions Dothan Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?
CMS recommends 0.75 hrs; Dothan avg is 0.56 hrs (34 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
2 of 3 Dothan facilities have zero fines
What were your most recent inspection findings?
Ask for specifics—0 local facilities have serious deficiencies
What is your staff-to-resident ratio on weekends?
Weekend staffing often differs from weekday levels
Finding Quality Nursing Home Care in Dothan, Alabama
Dothan, Alabama's Houston County seat, has 3 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 501 beds. Families have solid options to choose from.
Dothan vs. Alabama: Near State Average
Dothan nursing homes perform near the state average on key quality metrics. The city's average CMS rating of 2.67 stars is close to Alabama's statewide average of 2.94 stars.
1 of 3 facility earns a B grade or better. Families should still research carefully, as quality varies by facility.
Understanding Our Trust Score System
The Trust Score is a 0-100 rating calculated from CMS's official nursing home database. The score combines five data categories:
- Health Inspection Results — Recent deficiencies, their severity, and patterns over time
- Staffing Levels — RN hours, total nursing hours, and weekend staffing
- Quality Measures — Clinical outcomes like falls, pressure ulcers, and rehospitalizations
- Penalties — Fines, payment denials, and enforcement actions
- Complaints — Substantiated complaints and their severity
In Dothan, 1 facility scores a B grade or better, indicating they meet quality benchmarks across these categories. We recommend families prioritize these facilities and carefully research any facility rated C or below before visiting.
Staffing: A Significant Concern in Dothan
Staffing levels are among the most important predictors of nursing home quality. Research consistently shows that facilities with more nursing staff—especially registered nurses—have better outcomes for residents.
Dothan facilities average 0.56 RN hours per resident day, which falls below the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical Dothan resident receives approximately 34 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
3 Dothan facilities exceed CMS staffing recommendations. Families prioritizing staffing should look for facilities with the "Top Staffing" badge and ask specifically about RN hours during facility visits.
Ownership: Mix of For-Profit and Non-Profit
Dothan has 1 non-profit nursing homes and 2 for-profit facilities. 1 of 3 facility is chain-owned, with the remainder independently operated.
Research suggests non-profit facilities often have higher staffing levels and fewer deficiencies on average, though ownership type alone does not guarantee quality. Families should evaluate each facility individually using inspection data, staffing levels, and recent deficiency reports.
Nearby Alternatives Worth Considering
Families may also want to consider nearby Alabama cities for additional options. The following Alabama cities offer multiple nursing home options:
- Birmingham — 20 facilities
- Mobile — 14 facilities
- Huntsville — 9 facilities
- Montgomery — 8 facilities
- Northport — 5 facilities
- Bessemer — 4 facilities
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes are in Dothan, Alabama?
Dothan has 3 Medicare-certified nursing homes with a total of 501 beds. The city average CMS rating is 2.7 stars, which is below Alabama's state average of 2.9 stars.
What are the best nursing homes in Dothan?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in Dothan include:
- • Westside Terrace Health & Rehabilitation Center — Grade B+, 80/100 Trust Score
- • Extendicare Health And Rehab — Grade C+, 60/100 Trust Score
- • Wesley Place On Honeysuckle — Grade F, 21/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which Dothan nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 0 facilities in Dothan as high-risk based on patterns of serious deficiencies, substantial fines, or placement on CMS's Special Focus Facility list. These facilities are marked with warning indicators in our listings above.
We recommend avoiding facilities with: Grade D or F, recent "Immediate Jeopardy" citations (indicating serious harm or risk to residents), or those on CMS's Special Focus Facility list.
The Bottom Line on Dothan Nursing Homes
Dothan offers typical nursing home options for the state. Focus your search on the 1 facility graded A or B, particularly those with zero fines and strong staffing.