Worth Considering
6
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Mobile, Alabama
6 of 14 nursing homes in Mobile (43%) meet our strict criteria. The Alabama statewide average is 29%.
6 recommended · 7 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
3.3
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
1,642
across 14 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$320,786 in combined fines
Zero Fines
12
/14
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 6?
The nursing home market in Mobile, Alabama, is strong, with 14 facilities and 43% recommended. Families should note that while most facilities perform well, there is one in the avoid tier with significant fines totaling $316,228.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 LITTLE SISTERS OF THE POOR SACRED HEART RESIDENCE (90) — Top-rated 5★ facility with an A grade and zero federal fines. As a non-profit, Little Sisters of the Poor Sacred Heart Residence emphasizes community focus, providing compassionate care in a warm environment with a Trust Score of 90/100, ensuring residents receive the best support possible.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 2 PALM GARDENS HEALTH AND REHABILITATION, LLC (85) — Palm Gardens Health and Rehabilitation stands out with a 5★ CMS rating and a Trust Score of 85/100. This for-profit facility, with no fines, offers quality care in a spacious 100-bed environment, making it a reliable choice for residents seeking rehabilitation and long-term care.
- 3 CROWNE HEALTH CARE OF MOBILE (83) — Crowne Health Care of Mobile earns a solid 4★ CMS rating and a Trust Score of 83/100. With no fines and 148 beds, this for-profit facility delivers commendable care, making it a strong option for families looking for a supportive rehabilitation environment.
- 4 CROWNE HEALTH CARE OF SPRINGHILL (80) — Crowne Health Care of Springhill holds a 4★ CMS rating with a Trust Score of 80/100. This for-profit facility, with no fines and 46 beds, offers a cozy atmosphere, ensuring personalized attention and quality care for its residents.
- 5 SPRINGHILL SENIOR RESIDENCE (80) — Springhill Senior Residence features a 4★ CMS rating and a Trust Score of 80/100. With 151 beds and no fines, this for-profit facility provides a nurturing environment, focusing on the well-being of its residents through dedicated support and care.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 6 ALLEN HEALTH AND REHABILITATION (70) — Allen Health and Rehabilitation, a non-profit facility, has a CMS rating of 3★ and a Trust Score of 70/100. With 119 beds and no fines, it strives to provide community-focused care, although improvements may be needed to enhance the overall resident experience.
The other 8 Mobile facilities didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 2 have fines totaling $320K.
Recommended
Top-rated 5★ facility with an A grade and zero federal fines. As a non-profit, Little Sisters of the Poor Sacred Heart Residence emphasizes community focus, providing compassionate care in a warm environment with a Trust Score of 90/100, ensuring residents receive the best support possible.
Palm Gardens Health and Rehabilitation stands out with a 5★ CMS rating and a Trust Score of 85/100. This for-profit facility, with no fines, offers quality care in a spacious 100-bed environment, making it a reliable choice for residents seeking rehabilitation and long-term care.
Crowne Health Care of Mobile earns a solid 4★ CMS rating and a Trust Score of 83/100. With no fines and 148 beds, this for-profit facility delivers commendable care, making it a strong option for families looking for a supportive rehabilitation environment.
Crowne Health Care of Springhill holds a 4★ CMS rating with a Trust Score of 80/100. This for-profit facility, with no fines and 46 beds, offers a cozy atmosphere, ensuring personalized attention and quality care for its residents.
Springhill Senior Residence features a 4★ CMS rating and a Trust Score of 80/100. With 151 beds and no fines, this for-profit facility provides a nurturing environment, focusing on the well-being of its residents through dedicated support and care.
Allen Health and Rehabilitation, a non-profit facility, has a CMS rating of 3★ and a Trust Score of 70/100. With 119 beds and no fines, it strives to provide community-focused care, although improvements may be needed to enhance the overall resident experience.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
B+
KENSINGTON HEALTH AND REHABILITATION
Trust Score: 88
C+
TWIN OAKS REHABILITATION AND HEALTHCARE CENTER
Trust Score: 68
C+
ASHLAND PLACE HEALTH AND REHABILITATION, LLC
Trust Score: 65
C+
ARABELLA HEALTH & WELLNESS OF MOBILE
Trust Score: 65
C+
GULF COAST HEALTH AND REHABILITATION, LLC
Trust Score: 60
Hidden Gem
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Mobile Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.3 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 8?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 1 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 2 Have fines totaling $320,786
- Low-scoring facilities
- 6 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 7 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Mobile Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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1
"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Mobile's city average is 3.3 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
2 of 14 Mobile facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Mobile avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Mobile facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
Explore Nearby Cities
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Mobile, AL are recommended?
6 of 14 nursing homes in Mobile (43%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Mobile "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Mobile?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.