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South Haven Health And Rehabilitation in Birmingham, AL

South Haven Health And Rehabilitation is a nursing home community in Birmingham, AL.

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South Haven Health And Rehabilitation South Haven Health And Rehabilitation

3141 Old Columbiana Road, Birmingham, AL 35226

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

3.9 from 40 reviews
5 stars
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4 stars
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Overall Review of South Haven Health And Rehabilitation

common 13 reviews mention this

Staff are caring and attentive

Residents and families repeatedly describe the staff as kind, caring, and responsive to concerns.

Many reviewers say the staff treated their loved ones with genuine kindness and took time to help, feed, and provide reassurance. A number of comments also highlight communication, including contacting families with updates and staying in touch around appointments. Some reviewers name specific nurses and caregivers as standout examples of the day-to-day care they received. A smaller set of reviews goes the opposite direction, but overall the most frequent descriptions focus on compassion and attentiveness.

common 2 reviews mention this

Therapy earns praise

Therapy is singled out as a strong point in multiple reviews.

At least a couple of reviewers call out therapy as very good, even while discussing other frustrations. Another review describes a rehab stay as a positive experience overall, aligning with the idea that rehabilitation support was a bright spot. This theme fits the community’s skilled nursing and rehab focus, where therapy typically plays a central role in daily programming.

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Admission and respite feel smooth

Several families describe the admission or respite experience as easier than expected.

Reviewers mention an initial admission process that felt manageable and supported, and another notes admission as easy. A separate review thanks the community for caring for a parent during respite stays, with the person described as familiar with the facility over repeat terms. Together, these comments suggest smoother coordination at the start of care and during short-term stays.

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Some report call, staffing, and neglect issues

Some reviewers report serious problems with staffing response and basic care follow-through.

Several reviews raise concerns about care gaps, including reports that call buttons or phones were not answered and that basic needs were not handled as expected. Others describe situations involving hygiene and personal care issues, and at least one reviewer links medication handling concerns to a hospitalization. There are also complaints about being short-staffed and about staff not assisting promptly when help was needed. While a number of families praise care, these negative reports are direct and recurring enough to be a major consideration.

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Cleanliness is mixed

Cleanliness gets mixed feedback, with both positive observations and strong complaints.

Some reviewers say the facility was clean and even note it smelled nice or that their loved ones were kept clean. Others provide detailed complaints about dirty bathrooms, sheets, and supplies, and one mentions a persistent odor. Taken together, reviews suggest cleanliness may vary by situation or shift, so it’s worth asking how the facility monitors and addresses day-to-day hygiene.

How we summarize

Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes are displayed.

Features

Housing

  • 101 resident community capacity 101 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Birmingham International (11 miles away) Birmingham International (11 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Birmingham, Alabama, offers a convenient and bustling suburban area with various amenities within close proximity. There are several dining options nearby, including popular chains like McDonald's, Chipotle Mexican Grill, and Olive Garden. Additionally, there are multiple cafes such as Starbucks for socializing and enjoying a cup of coffee. For medical needs, there are reputable physicians and hospitals located within a few miles, providing easy access to healthcare services. Residents can also enjoy outdoor activities at nearby parks like Loch Haven Dog Park and Lakeshore Running Trail. The diverse selection of places of worship in the area caters to individuals seeking spiritual fulfillment. Overall, this neighborhood provides a mix of convenience and community for senior living.

Restaurants

  • McDonald's (0.1 miles)
  • McDonald's (1.8 miles)
  • Amigo's Mexican Grill (1.9 miles)
  • Olive Garden (1.9 miles)
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill (1.9 miles)
  • Arby's (1.9 miles)
  • Moe's Southwest Grill (1.9 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (0.2 miles)
  • Starbucks (2.9 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.4 miles)
  • Starbucks (5.4 miles)

Physicians

  • Hoover Family Medicine (0.3 miles)
  • Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery (0.8 miles)
  • EyeCare Associates (2 miles)
  • Alabama Eye Services (2.6 miles)
  • VisionFirst Eye Center (3.1 miles)
  • MedHelp (3.1 miles)
  • DR Ronald McCoy Doctor of Medicine (3.5 miles)

Hospitals

  • Medscreen (1.1 miles)
  • Grandview Medical Center (5.5 miles)

Parks

  • Loch Haven Dog Park (1.6 miles)
  • Lakeshore Running Trail (3.1 miles)
  • Oxmoor Park (3.9 miles)
  • Heardmont Park (5.6 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.3 miles)
  • Vestavia Hills Apothecary (2.4 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.5 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.8 miles)
  • Glaxosmithkline (3.5 miles)
  • Walgreens (4.2 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Grace Covenant Baptist Church (2.7 miles)
  • Christian Life Church (3.6 miles)
  • Hunter Street Baptist Church (3.9 miles)
  • Covenant Presbyterian Church (4.2 miles)
  • The Church At Ross Bridge (4.4 miles)
  • All Saints Episcopal Church (4.7 miles)
  • Dawson Family of Faith (4.7 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC DINE-IN Vestavia Hills 1 (2.9 miles)
  • AMC Summit 16 (5.6 miles)

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