West Hill Health and Rehab is a nursing home located in Birmingham, Alabama, offering a range of care services structured around its primary focus on nursing-home care. The facility is designed to support residents with varying medical needs through specialized care programs. Certified by Medicare and Medicaid and participating since February 1, 1973, West Hill can accommodate up to 128 residents. It provides additional support through resident and family counseling services and hospice care.
The facility offers a comprehensive array of care services and medical support, including clubs and communities to foster social engagement, and specialized care such as podiatry, pain management, and restorative nursing. Medical services extend to tracheostomy care, wound care, memory care, cardiac care, and hospice, ensuring that a wide range of needs are met. Therapy services, including speech therapy, occupational therapy, and physical therapy, are available to promote recovery and enhance the residents' quality of life. A dedicated team of nurses supports these efforts, providing personalized care and attention.
West Hill Health and Rehab holds a mixed reputation based on resident and family reviews. While some negative reviews point to instances of alleged negligence and insufficient medical care, which resulted in serious consequences for residents, other reviews highlight positive experiences with the facility. These reviews note the compassionate and attentive staff, creating a familial environment and maintaining effective communication with families. The staff's actions during the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly their protective measures, were praised. In summary, West Hill Health and Rehab is recognized for its diverse medical services and its commitment to fostering relationships between residents and their families, although experiences vary widely.
Costs at this community start at $5,648 and range up to $6,750. The average price in the community is $6,199, which is more than the average price in the area of $4,382. The cost of nursing homes in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.
