Colonel Robert L. Howard State Veterans Home

    7054 Veterans Pkwy, Pell City, AL 35125
    • Assisted Living
    • Memory Care
    • Skilled Nursing
    4.1ยท58 reviews

    Caring professional staff spotless facility

    I'm very pleased with the caring, professional staff and the spotless, welcoming facility - no nursing-home smell - with attentive 24/7 care, good communication, thoughtful dietary options (including kosher), and strong activities/community and veterans programs. The front desk and DON consistently go above and beyond; residents are happy and well cared for, though there's always minor room for improvement.

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    Jul 2026

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 12-16 hour nursing
    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Restaurant-style dining
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Air-conditioning
    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Private bathrooms
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Computer center
    • Dining room
    • Fitness room
    • Gaming room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library
    • Wellness center

    Community services

    • Concierge services
    • Fitness programs
    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Planned day trips
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    Reviews

    4.07ยท(58)

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      3.4
    • Staff

      3.9
    • Meals

      3.0
    • Amenities

      4.8
    • Value

      4.1

    Pros

    • Clean, well-maintained interior
    • Inviting, chalet-like architecture and cozy decor
    • Friendly, welcoming front-desk and security personnel
    • Compassionate and accommodating nursing staff
    • Active community and school involvement
    • Regular holiday and patriotic programming
    • Wide variety of activities and music programs
    • Dietary accommodations including kosher options
    • Fresh meal offerings and on-site dining
    • Available physical therapy and rehabilitation services
    • Engaging special-event programming for veterans
    • Consistent long-term care for many residents

    Cons

    • Inconsistent sanitation and odor control in some areas
    • Incontinence-care delays and inconsistent bedside attention
    • Variable staff responsiveness and irregular rounding
    • Staffing shortages or high census affecting care continuity
    • Variable food quality and meal experience
    • Gaps in end-of-life family communication and property return
    • Management inefficiencies and workplace-conduct distractions
    • Limited or restrictive pet policies

    Summary of reviews

    The reviews present a mixed but detailed picture of the facility. Many families and visitors describe an attractive, well-maintained building with a warm, chalet-like aesthetic, comfortable common areas and a camp-like atmosphere. Community engagement is a consistent strength: school visits, patriotic programming, holiday activities, and special events for veterans are highlighted as meaningful additions to resident life.

    Staff performance is a notable polarity. Numerous comments praise friendly, welcoming front-desk staff, security personnel, and nursing teams who are described as compassionate and accommodating. Specific operational strengths include visitor escorting, attentive dietary accommodations (including kosher options), available physical therapy, and staff willingness to assist with dressing and meals. The Director of Nursing receives positive mention for accessibility during visitation periods, and families repeatedly note good long-term relationships with some caregivers.

    At the same time, there are repeated operational concerns around basic care processes. Several accounts point to inconsistent sanitation and odor control in some areas and to delays in attending to incontinence and bedside needs. Reported irregularities in rounding and variable staff responsiveness suggest potential staffing or workflow gaps; reviewers link these gaps to periods of higher census and indicate these issues can affect day-to-day continuity of care.

    Dining and activities are generally positive but uneven. The facility provides fresh meal options and dietary accommodations, and a range of activities and music programs are appreciated by residents and families. However, meal quality is described as variable by some, indicating inconsistency in the dining experience across different times or residents.

    Management and communication surface as areas for improvement. While some families commend helpful leadership and accommodating practices (notably during restricted visitation times), others describe management inefficiencies and staff conduct issues that distract from care delivery. There are also serious family concerns about communication and processes surrounding end-of-life events, including the handling of belongings and post-incident communication; these concerns warrant careful inquiry by prospective residents and families.

    Bottom line: the facility demonstrates clear strengths in environment, community programming, and several staff membersโ€™ commitment to resident well-being. At the same time, recurring operational themes โ€” inconsistent sanitation and bedside responsiveness, staffing variability, variable meal quality, and gaps in family communication during critical events โ€” suggest prospective families should conduct targeted on-site assessments. Recommended questions include staffing ratios and shift coverage, protocols for hygiene and rounding, dining consistency and dietary accommodations, end-of-life communication procedures, and the facilityโ€™s pet policy.

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    Location

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    Colonel Robert L. Howard State Veterans Home is located at 7054 Veterans Pkwy, Pell City, AL, 35125.

    About Colonel Robert L. Howard State Veterans Home

    Colonel Robert L. Howard State Veterans Home is a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to providing exceptional care for veterans in need of long-term or short-term care. The home is named after Colonel Robert L. Howard, a highly decorated Vietnam War veteran known for his extraordinary acts of valor.

    The facility offers a variety of services to meet the needs of its residents, including skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services, and memory care for those with Alzheimer's or dementia. The staff at Colonel Robert L. Howard State Veterans Home are specially trained to work with veterans and understand their unique needs and experiences.

    Residents at Colonel Robert L. Howard State Veterans Home can enjoy a comfortable and welcoming environment with access to various amenities such as spacious living areas, outdoor recreation areas, and planned activities and events. The staff strives to create a sense of community and camaraderie among residents, fostering a supportive and inclusive atmosphere.

    The home is committed to providing quality care and support to veterans, helping them live with dignity and respect in their later years. Residents and their families can have peace of mind knowing that they are receiving compassionate and personalized care at Colonel Robert L. Howard State Veterans Home.

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    Colonel Robert L. Howard State Veterans Home offers assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing.

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    The full address for this community is 7054 Veterans Pkwy, Pell City, AL 35125.

    No, Colonel Robert L. Howard State Veterans Home does not offer respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.

    Safety & Compliance

    In Alabama, the Department of Public Health licenses assisted living and specialty care facilities and publishes the statements of deficiency from its inspections.

    License numberD5809
    Facility typeAssisted Living Facility

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