ADPH's roster lists 2 hospice, 1 assisted living, 1 specialty care (memory care), 1 nursing home, 1 home health licenses with a Gardendale address, and 2 assisted living or memory care licenses within about five miles of the city's center ZIP code (35071); the nearest are listed below with their newest posted ADPH survey.
What should families know about senior care in Gardendale, AL?
Gardendale lies on Interstate 65 in north Jefferson County, between Fultondale and Morris, about a quarter hour north of downtown Birmingham. It is a common choice for families who want a parent close to north-side suburbs such as Fultondale, Mount Olive and Kimberly, or within reach of Blount and Walker counties.
ADPH lists assisted living, memory care, a nursing home and hospice providers with Gardendale addresses. Hospital care for Gardendale usually means a drive south to Birmingham's downtown and Southside hospitals.
Which assisted living and memory care is closest to Gardendale?
The closest licensed option to central Gardendale is Covenant Place of Gardendale in Gardendale, a Congregate ALF with 60 beds about 0.0 miles away by straight line.
| Facility | License class | Miles away | Licensed beds | Newest posted ADPH survey | Tags cited in newest report |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Covenant Place of Gardendale 1409 Thompson Circle, 35071 | Congregate ALF | same ZIP | 60 | October 1, 2025 | 4 |
| Covenant Woods of Gardendale 1411 Thompson Circle, 35071 | Congregate SCALF | same ZIP | 32 | October 8, 2025 | 2 |
| Greenbriar at the Altamont Assisted Living Facility 2831 Highland Avenue South, 35205 | Congregate ALF | 14.0 | 46 | January 11, 2023 | 2 |
| Fair Haven - Assisted Living 1424 Montclair Road, 35210 | Congregate ALF | 14.8 | 76 | March 5, 2025 | 8 |
| Kirkwood by the River 3605 Ratliff Road, 35210 | Congregate ALF | 14.8 | 46 | October 7, 2021 | 1 |
| St. Martins in the Pines Assisted Living Facility 4941 Montevallo Road, 35210 | Congregate ALF | 14.8 | 71 | None posted | n/a |
Which nursing homes serve Gardendale?
Magnolia Ridge Post Acute in Gardendale is the nearest licensed nursing home, about 4.3 miles from central Gardendale, rated 1 of 5 by CMS.
| Facility | Miles away | Licensed beds | CMS overall rating | CMS deficiencies (latest cycle) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Magnolia Ridge Post Acute 420 Dean Drive, 35071 | 4.3 | 148 | 1 of 5 | 15 |
| Pine Hill Rehabilitation and Wellness Center 200 North Pine Hill Road, 35217 | 7.3 | 190 | 2 of 5 | 10 |
| Cherry Hill Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center 1250 Jeff Germany Parkway, 35214 | 8.8 | 117 | 2 of 5 | 8 |
Which hospitals are closest to Gardendale?
By straight-line distance from the 35071 ZIP center, the nearest general hospital on ADPH's roster is UAB St. Vincent's East (12.9 miles).
- UAB St. Vincent's East, Birmingham: about 12.9 miles
- Birmingham VA Medical Center, Birmingham: about 13.1 miles
- University of Alabama Hospital, Birmingham: about 13.1 miles
Who provides free senior help in Gardendale?
United Way Area Agency on Aging of Jefferson County (UWAAA) at (205) 458-3330 serves Gardendale for ADRC information, SHIP Medicare counseling and the long-term care ombudsman.
Statewide, 1-800-AGE-LINE reaches the local Aging and Disability Resource Center, and DHR's Adult Abuse Hotline is 1-800-458-7214.
