Best Nursing Homes in HAMILTON, AL (2025)

Last Updated: November 2025

Nursing Homes

3.0

Average Rating

4+ Star Facilities

About Nursing Homes in HAMILTON

Nursing homes in HAMILTON average 0.97 RN hours per resident per day—exceeding the national average of 0.64 hours. Among 1 facilities, this above-average staffing suggests HAMILTON prioritizes registered nurse availability for resident care.

HAMILTON Quick Facts:

•0.97 average RN hours per resident per day (above the national average of 0.64 hours)
•100% chain-owned facilities (national average: 76%)
•1 nonprofit facilities (100% of market)
•100% of facilities have abuse violations

Nursing Home Costs in HAMILTON

Nursing home costs in HAMILTON, Alabama average $268-$280 per day ($8,040-$8,400/month) for skilled nursing care, which is 16% below the national median according to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey. Most facilities accept Medicare for short-term rehabilitation (up to 100 days), private insurance, and Medicaid for eligible residents. Some facilities also participate in Veterans Aid & Attendance programs for qualifying veterans and spouses.

Market Overview

HAMILTON's nursing homes include 100% nonprofit facilities. Based on reported data from 1 facilities, HAMILTON nursing homes average 0.97 RN hours and 4.27 total nursing hours per resident daily—indicating strong staffing levels. The average nurse turnover rate is 29.7%—within acceptable industry standards (below 65%). Lower turnover is linked to better continuity of care.

Choosing a Nursing Home in HAMILTON

While HAMILTON has no five-star facilities, the average 3-star rating suggests reasonable quality options are available. Consider the 1 nonprofit facilities—research shows nonprofits earn five-star ratings at twice the rate of for-profits nationwide. Note that 1 facilities (100%) have documented abuse violations—review inspection reports carefully before deciding. HAMILTON's 0.97 average RN hours per resident exceeds the recommended 0.75 minimum—higher RN ratios correlate with fewer hospitalizations and better outcomes.

All nursing homes in HAMILTON are licensed and inspected by the Alabama Department of Public Health. Alabama Medicaid covers nursing home care for eligible Alabama residents. For advocacy and complaints, contact the Alabama Long-Term Care Ombudsman at 1-800-243-5463. Alabama law requires nursing homes to maintain minimum staffing ratios, conduct quarterly inspections, and report all incidents to state authorities. Families can file complaints with the Alabama Long-Term Care Ombudsman program, which investigates concerns about quality of care, resident rights, and facility conditions.

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