Elite Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

Elite Nursing & Rehabilitation Center sits in Vestavia Hills with 143 certified beds, offering a wide range of senior care services like nursing, rehab, home health, assisted living, adult day care, and memory care, and though the place talks about compassion and excellence and tries to provide specialized care for people with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia, you'll find they have had their share of inspection issues, including 22 deficiency citations, three related to infection control, and several concerning problems like not keeping a safe, clean, homelike environment, trouble with notifying residents and families about important things, and not responding the right way to violations, so there's certainly room for improvement, but they do have a team that's trained for dementia and Alzheimer's care, and nurses on-site all the time, and the nurse staffing is at 3.62 hours per resident per day, though they've had a high nurse turnover rate of 62%, showing some staff challenges. The building's designed to focus on residents' comfort, with features like private bathrooms, furnished rooms, and spaces for socializing, and you'll see things like elevators, internet/Wi-Fi, cable TV, and even a library or barber shop, and people can eat in a restaurant-style dining room with meals that a registered dietitian approves, which is nice if you enjoy good food. Families can visit the outdoor patio and park areas or use technology that helps with staying connected, and staff members speak both English and Spanish. Security measures stay active, and there's a 24-hour emergency call system for peace of mind. They offer therapy services daily, covering things like physical, occupational, and speech therapy, and have programs for stroke or neuro-rehabilitation, even respiratory care like CPAP or tracheostomy support, so residents with different medical needs can get extra help. Amenities include activities, games, fitness programs, and cultural events, along with services such as grooming in the beauty shop and medication management, and if someone needs short- or long-term care, the center can accept admissions at any time day or night. While the facility highlights comprehensive programs, physician services for dental and psychiatric care, and a focus on safety, it's important to pay attention to the inspection history, including the infection control concerns and the need for better communication with families, because those things matter a lot for daily life and trust in a place like this.