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Cottage of the Shoals

500 John Aldridge Drive, Tuscumbia, AL 35674 · Colbert County

Cottage of the Shoals, a Genesis HealthCare facility located at 500 John Aldridge Dr., Tuscumbia, AL 35674-3000, specializing in ShortStay care, LongTerm care, and .

5.0CMS overall rating(256) 383-4541 Visit website ↗

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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.

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Availability outlookModerate availability

Typically 82% full — openings are usually available.

Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

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One of Tuscumbia's top-rated skilled nursing communities

Cottage of the Shoals is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Tuscumbia, AL, with 103 certified beds and an average of about 84 residents per day. It operates as part of the Genesis Healthcare network.

Medicare rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.35 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.78 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 62.8%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 3 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓5-star overall CMS rating
✓Strong health-inspection rating
✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average nurse staffing (3.35 hrs/resident/day)

Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Tuscumbia for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds: 103
Avg. residents/day: 84
Ownership: For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Genesis Healthcare
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 015067

Federal quality ratings

From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.

Overall rating

Health inspections

Staffing

Quality measures

Pricing & cost

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$7,390–$8,940/mo (median $7,960)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Florence prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 3.35; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.78; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 62.8%; National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

Health deficiencies (last survey): 3
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2021-08-05
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Both

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (5 citations on record — showing the latest 5). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2021-08-05Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Let each resident or the resident's legal representative access or purchase copies of all the resident's records.

2021-08-05Severity D — potential for harmResident 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.

2021-08-05Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2019-05-14Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2018-08-02Severity D — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Physical therapy
✓ Occupational therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Respite / short-term stays
✓ Scheduled transportation
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ On-site salon / barber
✓ Wellness programs
✓ Housekeeping & laundry
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Courtyard / outdoor space
✓ Gardens / walking paths
✓ Private rooms available
✓ 24-hour staff

Location

500 John Aldridge Drive, Tuscumbia, AL

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

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Common questions about Cottage of the Shoals

How much does Cottage of the Shoals cost?

Cottage of the Shoals does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Tuscumbia, AL area typically runs $7,390–$8,940 per month (median $7,960, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Cottage of the Shoals's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Cottage of the Shoals 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Cottage of the Shoals?

Staff provide about 3.35 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 62.8% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Cottage of the Shoals?

Cottage of the Shoals has 5 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2021-08-05). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Cottage of the Shoals have availability?

Typically 82% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Cottage of the Shoals offer?

Cottage of the Shoals in Tuscumbia, AL offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 103 beds.

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