LITTLE SISTERS OF THE POOR SACRED HEART RESIDENCE
Over 2 years since last inspection. Current conditions may differ from available data.
Little Sisters of the Poor Sacred Heart Residence has received an impressive Trust Grade of A, indicating it is highly recommended and offers excellent care. Ranked #24 out of 223 facilities in Alabama, it is in the top half, and #3 out of 16 in Mobile County, meaning there are only two local options rated higher. The facility is on an improving trend, having resolved all issues identified in past inspections, with no fines reported, which is a positive indicator of compliance. Staffing is a strength with a 5-star rating and a turnover rate of 40%, lower than the state average, although RN coverage is average compared to other facilities. However, there have been some minor concerns, including staff not receiving required training on time and residents being unaware of how to access survey results, highlighting areas for improvement while overall maintaining a strong reputation.
- Trust Score
- A
- In Alabama
- #24/223
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- 40% turnover. Near Alabama's 48% average. Typical for the industry.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Alabama facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ✓ Good
- Each resident gets 61 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — more than 97% of Alabama nursing homes. RNs are the most trained staff who catch health problems before they become serious.
- Violations ✓ Good
- Only 2 deficiencies on record. Cleaner than most facilities. Minor issues only.
The Good
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5-Star Staffing Rating · Excellent nurse staffing levels
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
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Staff turnover below average (40%)
8 points below Alabama average of 48%
Facility shows strength in staffing levels, fire safety.
The Bad
Near Alabama avg (46%)
Typical for the industry
The Ugly 2 deficiencies on record
Jan 2019
1 deficiency
MINOR
(C)
Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact
Deficiency F0577
(Tag F0577)
Minor procedural issue · This affected most or all residents
Based on interviews, observations, and a facility document titled Residents- These's Are Your Rights the facility failed to ensure residents were made aware of the location of the facility survey resu...
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Dec 2017
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0730
(Tag F0730)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, including the facility's policy titled, Nursing Education, Mandatory Training and Competency Evaluation, the facility failed to ensure nurse aides received 12 hou...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • Grade A (90/100). Above average facility, better than most options in Alabama.
- • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
- • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Alabama facilities.
- • Only 2 deficiencies on record. Cleaner than most facilities. Minor issues only.
- • No significant concerns identified. This facility shows no red flags across CMS ratings, staff turnover, or federal penalties.
About This Facility
What is Little Sisters Of The Poor Sacred Heart Residence's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns LITTLE SISTERS OF THE POOR SACRED HEART RESIDENCE an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars, which is considered much above average nationally. Within Alabama, this rating places the facility higher than 99% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This rating reflects solid performance across the metrics CMS uses to evaluate nursing home quality.
How is Little Sisters Of The Poor Sacred Heart Residence Staffed?
CMS rates LITTLE SISTERS OF THE POOR SACRED HEART RESIDENCE's staffing level at 5 out of 5 stars, which is much above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 40%, compared to the Alabama average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Little Sisters Of The Poor Sacred Heart Residence?
State health inspectors documented 2 deficiencies at LITTLE SISTERS OF THE POOR SACRED HEART RESIDENCE during 2017 to 2019. These included: 1 with potential for harm and 1 minor or isolated issues.
Who Owns and Operates Little Sisters Of The Poor Sacred Heart Residence?
LITTLE SISTERS OF THE POOR SACRED HEART RESIDENCE is owned by a non-profit organization. Non-profit facilities reinvest revenue into operations rather than distributing to shareholders. The facility operates independently rather than as part of a larger chain. With 75 certified beds and approximately 36 residents (about 48% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in MOBILE, Alabama.
How Does Little Sisters Of The Poor Sacred Heart Residence Compare to Other Alabama Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Alabama, LITTLE SISTERS OF THE POOR SACRED HEART RESIDENCE's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 3.0, staff turnover (40%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (5 stars) is much above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Little Sisters Of The Poor Sacred Heart Residence?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" "Can I speak with family members of current residents about their experience?"
Is Little Sisters Of The Poor Sacred Heart Residence Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, LITTLE SISTERS OF THE POOR SACRED HEART RESIDENCE has a clean safety record: no substantiated abuse findings (meaning no confirmed cases of resident harm), no Immediate Jeopardy citations (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death), and is not on the Special Focus Facility watch list (a federal program monitoring the lowest-performing 1% of nursing homes). The facility has a 5-star overall rating and ranks #1 of 100 nursing homes in Alabama. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at Little Sisters Of The Poor Sacred Heart Residence Stick Around?
LITTLE SISTERS OF THE POOR SACRED HEART RESIDENCE has a staff turnover rate of 40%, which is about average for Alabama nursing homes (state average: 46%). Moderate turnover is common in nursing homes, but families should still ask about staff tenure and how the facility maintains care continuity when employees leave.
Was Little Sisters Of The Poor Sacred Heart Residence Ever Fined?
LITTLE SISTERS OF THE POOR SACRED HEART RESIDENCE has no federal fines on record. CMS issues fines when nursing homes fail to meet care standards or don't correct problems found during inspections. The absence of fines suggests the facility has either maintained compliance or corrected any issues before penalties were assessed. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review recent inspection reports for the full picture.
Is Little Sisters Of The Poor Sacred Heart Residence on Any Federal Watch List?
LITTLE SISTERS OF THE POOR SACRED HEART RESIDENCE is not on any federal watch list. The most significant is the Special Focus Facility (SFF) program, which identifies the bottom 1% of nursing homes nationally based on persistent, serious quality problems. Not being on this list means the facility has avoided the pattern of deficiencies that triggers enhanced federal oversight. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review the facility's inspection history directly.