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HomeAlabamaCottage of the Shoals

Cottage of the Shoals

500 John Aldridge Drive, Tuscumbia, AL 356742563834541WebsiteGoogle Maps
4.0on Google(93 reviews)
4/5Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
4/5
Staffing
2/5
Quality
4/5
Beds
103
certified
Last health inspection was more than 2 years ago.

How Cottage of the Shoals Compares in Alabama

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Alabama. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
4/5
AL average
3.0/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
4/5
AL average
2.8/5
Above state average
Staffing rating
2/5
AL average
3.6/5
Below state average
Nursing hours per resident
3.29 hrs/day
AL average
3.88 hrs/day
Below state average
RN hours per resident
0.79 hrs/day
AL average
0.65 hrs/day
Above state average
Staff turnover
58.8%
AL average
46.9%
Higher than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 4/5 overall CMS rating is above the Alabama average of 3.0/5.
Its 4/5 health inspection rating is above the Alabama average of 2.8/5.
Reported nursing time is 3.29 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 3.88.
Reported RN time is 0.79 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 0.65.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
1
deficiency citation
Inspected May 14, 2019
Most recent cycle
3
deficiency citations
Inspected Aug 5, 2021
The most recent cycle recorded 2 more deficiency citations than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$7,756/mo
Alabama median
Private Room
$8,517/mo
Alabama median
Colbert County 65+
11,453
20.0% of county
County Population
57,270
Colbert County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

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Cottage of the Shoals is a 4-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Tuscumbia, Alabama with 103 certified beds. It has been operating since 1972. Its overall CMS rating is 4 out of 5.

Beds
103
Avg Residents/Day
90.7
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Jan 1, 1972
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Both
County
Colbert
Last Inspection
Aug 5, 2021
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
3
Weighted Score
10.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (5)

F0573Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Aug 5, 2021Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0842Potential for Harm

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Survey: Aug 5, 2021Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Aug 5, 2021Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: May 14, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0609Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Aug 2, 2018Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
0

No penalties on record.

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide1.79 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.71 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.79 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing3.29 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total2.75 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.03 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
58.8%
RN Turnover
60.0%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
For profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (16)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
GENESIS HOLDINGS LLC5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization100%Feb 2, 2015
FC-GEN OPERATIONS INVESTMENT LLC5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/ADec 1, 2012
GEN OPERATIONS I LLC5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/ADec 1, 2012
GEN OPERATIONS II LLC5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/ADec 1, 2012
GENESIS HEALTHCARE INC5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/AFeb 2, 2015
GENESIS HEALTHCARE LLC5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/ADec 1, 2012
SUN HEALTHCARE GROUP INC5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/ADec 1, 2012
WHITMAN, ARNOLD5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividualN/ADec 1, 2012
BERG, MICHAELCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/ADec 1, 2012
BRIDGEFORD, LAURACORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJun 1, 2024
MENDELSON, AVICORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJun 1, 2024
DAVIS, CHRISTINEOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AMar 1, 2024
GRIMES, DAVIDOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AMar 1, 2024
MORRIS, DIANEOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AApr 1, 2024
DAVIS, CHRISTINEADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJan 27, 2025
GRIMES, DAVIDADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJan 27, 2025

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Cottage of the Shoals and nearby alternatives.

All Alabama facilities
Cottage of the Shoals
Tuscumbia, ALCurrent facility
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
Keller Landing
Tuscumbia, AL1.9 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Cypress Cove Care Center
Muscle Shoals, AL2.6 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
El Reposo Nursing Facility
Florence, AL5.0 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Mitchell-Hollingsworth Nursing & Rehabilitation
Florence, AL5.6 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Florence Nursing and Rehabilitation Ctr, LLC
Florence, AL7.8 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Glenwood Center
Florence, AL7.8 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Cottage of the Shoals
Tuscumbia, AL · Current facility
—4/54/52/5None recorded
Keller Landing
Tuscumbia, AL
1.9 mi5/55/54/5None recorded
Cypress Cove Care Center
Muscle Shoals, AL
2.6 mi5/55/54/5None recorded
El Reposo Nursing Facility
Florence, AL
5.0 mi3/53/54/5None recorded
Mitchell-Hollingsworth Nursing & Rehabilitation
Florence, AL
5.6 mi3/53/54/5None recorded
Florence Nursing and Rehabilitation Ctr, LLC
Florence, AL
7.8 mi3/53/54/5None recorded
Glenwood Center
Florence, AL
7.8 mi1/51/52/5None recorded

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Cottage of the Shoals?▾
Cottage of the Shoals has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 4/5, staffing rating of 2/5, and quality measures rating of 4/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does Cottage of the Shoals cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in Alabama is $7,756/month for a semi-private room and $8,517/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Cottage of the Shoals participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Cottage of the Shoals had any health inspection violations?▾
Cottage of the Shoals had 3 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Aug 5, 2021). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Cottage of the Shoals?▾
Cottage of the Shoals provides 3.29 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.79 RN hours, 0.71 LPN hours, and 1.79 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 58.8%.
How many beds does Cottage of the Shoals have?▾
Cottage of the Shoals has 103 certified beds with an average of 90.7 residents per day, resulting in approximately 88% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Corporation owned and is part of the Genesis Healthcare chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Cottage of the Shoals?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Alabama, including 1 in Tuscumbia. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Cottage of the Shoals?▾
On Google Maps, Cottage of the Shoals has a rating of 4.0 out of 5 based on 93 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 4/5.

Part of Genesis Healthcare

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