Self Health Care & Rehab Center is a nursing home community in Hueytown, AL.
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131 East Crest Road, Hueytown, AL 35023
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
4.2 from 62 reviews
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Overall Review of Self Health Care & Rehab Center
common30 reviews mention this
Staff are consistently described as caring
Residents and families frequently describe the staff as caring and attentive.
Many reviewers say staff take time with patients, communicate well, and treat residents with compassion. Several also describe a family-like environment, including nurses and CNAs who are patient and supportive. A smaller set of reviews is sharply critical, citing poor communication, staffing issues, or disappointing care outcomes, so experiences are not uniform.
common3 reviews mention this
Activities keep residents engaged
Residents are described as staying involved through regular activities.
Reviewers mention ongoing engagement such as crafts, card making, and faith-based programs, along with visiting youth groups and other events. During the pandemic period, at least one family says there were activities to help keep residents in good spirits. Another reviewer highlights an activities director and a busy schedule that included themed events like bingo and hair and nail days.
differentiator2 reviews mention this
Private rooms are valued
Private rooms and comfort details stand out to families.
Two reviewers specifically mention the availability of a private room and describe the space as a positive part of the stay. One family also notes being able to set up the room with their own furniture, and another points out that the community offers amenities in a separate building. Together, these comments align with the presence of features like fully furnished space and private bathrooms in the offering.
caveat4 reviews mention this
Concerns about staffing and care
Some reviews raise concerns about care timeliness and staffing.
While many reviews are positive, a few describe serious breakdowns in care. One reviewer attributes a medical complication to a missed step with a urine culture, while another describes a fall followed by delayed medical care. Two other reviews describe problems such as medication being late or inaccurate, limited staffing leading to delays, and even a lack of bathing during a stay.
caveat3 reviews mention this
Medicaid help is a mixed bag
Help with Medicaid processes is described differently across reviews.
One reviewer praises assistance with Medicaid applications and support with working with family members. Others criticize the administrative or social work side, including claims of being given confusing guidance and concerns about how attorney involvement was handled. This mix suggests the admissions and benefits experience may depend on the situation and the team members involved.
How we summarize
Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes become a section.
Features
Housing
131 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Skilled Nursing Facility
Amenities
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Birmingham International (15 miles away)
Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Care Services
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Fitness programs
Planned day trips
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Restaurants
McDonald's (0.7 miles)
Arby's (0.7 miles)
Sonic Drive-In (0.9 miles)
Zaxby's (1.3 miles)
Huddle House (1.5 miles)
Subway (1.7 miles)
McDonald's (3.2 miles)
Physicians
Medical West Hueytown Health Center (1 miles)
Medical West Bessemer Health Center (4.5 miles)
Orthosports Associates (5.8 miles)
Surgery South (6 miles)
Alabama Digestive Diseases (6 miles)
Medical West Ob Gyn (6 miles)
Morgan Pediatrics (6.5 miles)
Pharmacies
Walgreens (4.1 miles)
Jj Pharmacy (4.6 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (4.6 miles)
Hometown Pharmacy Services LLC (4.8 miles)
Heavenly Care Pharmacy (4.8 miles)
Eastern Valley Drugs (7.1 miles)
Hospira (7.8 miles)
Places of Worship
Victory Through Faith Church (4.6 miles)
Union Hill Baptist Church (5.3 miles)
True Worship Missionary Baptist Church (6.9 miles)
The Church At Ross Bridge (7.5 miles)
United Methodist Center (8.7 miles)
Dawson Family of Faith (10.7 miles)
All Saints Episcopal Church (10.8 miles)
Hospitals
Medical West Surgical Services (6 miles)
Home Med (6 miles)
Medical West, Information (6 miles)
Community Health Systems (7.8 miles)
Baptist Medical Center (8.5 miles)
Benjamin Russell Hospital for Children (11.2 miles)
Self Health Care & Rehab Center on seniors.fyi includes 9 photos including images showing interior, dining, landscaping, building, nature, tree, grass, road, and more.
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Self Health Care & Rehab Center photos
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Interior
Dining
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Chandelier
Exterior and Rehabilitation
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Healthcare, Hallway, and Wheelchair
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