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Cottage Of The Shoals

500 John Aldridge Dr., Tuscumbia, AL 35674

Assisted Living Memory Care Nursing Home Respite Care Skilled Nursing Rehabilitation
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Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $4,738

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $4,755
  • Average State Price: $3,516
  • Average National Price: $3,754


  • Cottage Of The Shoals Description

    Cottage Of The Shoals is a very large 103 bed community that offers assisted living, memory care, nursing care, respite care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation and is located in the small town of Tuscumbia, Alabama and is part of the Genesis HealthCare network of communities. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio, suite and semi-private or share or companion room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 8.3 out of 10 making it the 2nd highest rated community in the city out of 2 communities. See more information on reviews.

    The Nursing Home at this community has a 4 star rating out of 5 stars from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. To see more information from CMS you can check out the report here.

    To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Assisted Living

    Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.

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    Memory Care

    Memory care offers specialized support for seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia, focusing on safety, personalized care, and enhancing life quality.

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    Nursing Home

    Nursing Homes provide a nurturing environment offering round-the-clock care, personalized support, and community activities for seniors needing assistance with daily living.

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    Skilled Nursing

    Skilled nursing provides 24/7 medical care and support by licensed professionals for seniors needing continuous healthcare assistance.

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    Community Reviews

    8.3
    Cottage Of The Shoals
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 40 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 2 out of 2 communities in Tuscumbia
  • Ranking in State: 229 out of 439 communities in AL
  • Facility and Grounds B

    Care B

    Staff A


    Employee Reviews

    5.4
    Genesis HealthCare
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 1256 reviews across the web

    The following insights are from employees that work in Alabama

    Employee Staff C



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Many reviews highlight the exceptional care and dedication of the staff at Cottage, with employees and family members alike praising the facility for its compassionate and attentive approach to resident care. Staff members, including CNAs and nurses, are commended for treating residents like family, striving to make everyone feel at home, and going above and beyond in their duties.

    Several reviewers have shared positive experiences regarding the rehabilitation services, cleanliness, and the overall environment of the facility, noting improvements and the efforts made to ensure a welcoming and safe space for residents. The activities and social life offered to residents are also appreciated, contributing to a well-balanced experience.

    However, there are concerns raised by some reviewers regarding the quality of care, communication issues, and cleanliness in certain instances. Complaints include unattended calls, lack of proper hygiene care for residents, and instances where the facility's response to resident needs and safety measures were found lacking. These negative experiences have led some to remove their loved ones from the facility and seek care elsewhere.

    Despite these criticisms, many reviews express gratitude towards the staff for their hard work and dedication, with specific employees being mentioned for their exceptional care and kindness. The facility's efforts to improve and address concerns are also noted, with some reviewers acknowledging positive changes during their visits.

    In summary, while Cottage receives a mix of positive and negative feedback, the dedication of its staff and the quality of care provided to many residents stand out as significant positives. However, the facility faces challenges that need addressing to ensure consistent and high-quality care for all residents.


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    Health

    ShortStay care

    LongTerm care

    Respite care

    Palliative care

    Rehabilitation therapy

    Physical therapy


    Services

    24-hour emergency alert and response system

    Interpreter services

    Social worker


    Activities

    Cultural, educational, religious and social activities

    Recreation activities


    Community Amenities

    Activity room

    Wellness center

    Beautiful Garden(s) / Courtyard(s)

    Beauty Salon / Barber Services

    Comfortable common and lounge areas to gather with friends and family

    Complimentary laundry facility on-site


    Room Amenities

    Private and Semi-Private Rooms

    Spacious rooms

    Fully air conditioned

    Individual climate control

    Alarm system to aid in the security of residents with cognitive deficits

    Cable Television


    Dining

    Dining Room

    In-room dining options

    Private dining rooms for family gatherings

    Dietary and nutrition needs management

    Family dining room


    Transportation

    Coordinated transportation


    Pet

    Pet therapy



    Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

    Nursing Home Ratings

    Overall rating: 4
    Health inspection rating: 4
    Staffing rating: 3
    Quality measure rating: 2
    Long-term quality measure rating: 1
    Short-term quality measure rating: 3


    Nursing Home Overview

    Participation date: Jan. 1, 1972
    Ownership type: For Profit
    Provider type: Medicare and Medicaid
    Nursing home capacity: 103
    Total current residents: 87
    Facility is located in a hospital: No
    Automatic sprinkler system: Yes
    Resident and family council: Both


    Facility Incident, Complaints and Fines

    Number of facility incidents: 0
    Number of substantiated complaints: 1
    Number of payment denials: 0
    Number of fines: 1
    Total cost of fines: $3250


    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services give each Nursing Home a Star Rating from 1-5 with 5 being the highest.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services gather information about the number of hours of care provided on average to each resident each day by staff as well as the turnover of staff.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around emergency department and hospital visits for residents of Nursing Homes.

    The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around quality measures for residents of Nursing Homes.

    The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around COVID-19 vaccination rates of Nursing Home residents and staff members.

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    Health and Fire Safety Deficiencies

    The Center for Medicare and Medicaid report health and fire safety deficiencies. Some of these deficiencies are more severe than others. The following table shows different levels of severity.

    Scope
    Severity of Deficiency Isolated Pattern Widespread
    Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety J K L
    Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy G H I
    No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy D E F
    No actual harm with potential for minimal harm A B C

    Fire Safety Deficiencies

    Survey Date Correction Date Letter Category Description
    2019-05-22 2019-06-10 D Smoke Deficiencies Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
    2019-05-22 2019-06-10 D Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
    2018-08-08 2018-08-22 E Smoke Deficiencies Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

    Health Safety Deficiencies

    Survey Date Correction Date Letter Category Description
    2021-08-05 2021-09-09 D Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2021-08-05 2021-09-09 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Let each resident or the resident's legal representative access or purchase copies of all the resident's records.
    2021-08-05 2021-09-09 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
    2019-05-14 2019-06-10 D Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2018-08-02 2018-08-25 D Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

    Fines

    Fine Date Fine Amount
    2021-08-05 $3,250

    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Tuscumbia which is 1.3 miles away and has a population of 8,474 (very small town).
    • The average income is $55,610, which is average compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 82
      • Low Temperature: 43
      • Average Temperature: 63.7
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 183 days of rain, 4 days of snow and 176 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 2.7 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 1.22 per 100 people which is very low compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 0.25 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 0.52 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 0.31 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 73.63 years old, which is very low compared to other zip codes.

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    Supermarkets

    Belle Foods
    0.8 miles away
    Aldi
    1.3 miles away
    Walmart Supercenter
    1.5 miles away
    FoodLand
    1.5 miles away
    Oriental Pearl
    5.1 miles away

    None Found

    Bus Stations

    McKinney Building
    5.1 miles away
    Florence Deck
    5.1 miles away
    Harrison Plaza
    5.5 miles away
    Lot OO / University Apartments
    5.5 miles away
    Science Building
    5.6 miles away

    Banks

    First Metro Bank
    1.3 miles away
    BBVA Compass
    1.4 miles away
    Regions Bank
    1.5 miles away
    First Southern
    1.9 miles away
    Bank Independent
    2.0 miles away

    Hospitals

    Shoals Hospital
    1.3 miles away
    Helen Keller Hospital
    1.6 miles away
    North West Alabama Crippled Childrens Clinic
    2.1 miles away
    Eliza Coffee Memorial Hospital
    4.6 miles away
    North Alabama Medical Center
    5.5 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Milner Rushing Discount Drugs
    1.3 miles away
    Walgreens
    1.4 miles away
    CVS
    1.5 miles away
    Wal Mart Pharmacy
    1.5 miles away
    Chad's Payless Pharmacy
    4.8 miles away

    Dentists

    Singing River Dentistry
    7.9 miles away
    Aspen Dental
    8.1 miles away

    Parks

    Avalon Park
    0.8 miles away
    Sportsplex
    1.0 miles away
    North Alabama State Fair Park
    1.0 miles away
    Highland Park
    1.3 miles away
    John W Gattman Park
    1.3 miles away

    Places of Worship

    Bethel Cumberland Presbyterian Church in America
    5.1 miles away
    First Baptist Church
    5.3 miles away
    Wood Avenue Church of Christ
    5.4 miles away
    Saint Joseph Catholic Church
    5.5 miles away
    St. Michael's Catholic Church
    10.7 miles away

    Shopping

    Southgate Mall
    1.4 miles away
    Florence Mall
    7.9 miles away

    Culture

    Shoals Community Theatre
    5.2 miles away
    Zodiac Playhouse
    5.3 miles away
    George S. Lindsey Theatre
    5.4 miles away
    Norton Auditorium
    5.4 miles away
    Memorial Amphitheater
    5.6 miles away

    Restaurants

    The Pie Factory
    0.6 miles away
    Casa Mexicana Restaurant
    1.0 miles away
    Rick's Barbecue
    1.0 miles away
    Shoney's
    1.2 miles away
    Fortune Palace
    1.4 miles away

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    Licensing

    This community is licensed by the state of AL. It is a large-sized community with 103 total beds.

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