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St. Martins In The Pines
4941 Montevallo Road, Birmingham, AL 35210
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St. Martins In The Pines Description
The Episcopal Foundation of Jefferson County, d|b|a St. Martin’s in the Pines, is a Life Plan senior living community conveniently located in a beautiful residential neighborhood in Birmingham, AL.
St. Martin’s is minutes from Interstates 20, 59, and 459. Surrounded by a lake and walking path, plentiful trees, and wildlife, residents are offered opportunities to connect with their passions, hobbies and purpose. We invite you to come experience the life-long tradition of a faith-based trusted community serving elders since 1955.
St. Martin’s is a member of the Assisted Living Association of Alabama, the Nursing Home Association, Caring Communities, the American Health Care Association, Leading Age, and a partner with The Green House Project.
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Care Types at Community
This community offers the following types of care
Assisted Living
Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.
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Nursing Home
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Review Summary
The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.
Reviews for Saint Martins reveal a mixed bag of experiences, ranging from high praise for the staff's compassion and the facility's cleanliness to severe criticism regarding management and care quality.
- Many reviewers commend the staff for their kindness, especially in providing care for end-of-life situations, highlighting the facility's ability to maintain a clean and welcoming environment.
- Some family members have had positive experiences with transitions from Skilled Nursing to Assisted Living, praising the critical services provided.
- However, there are significant concerns about the level of care in certain parts of the facility, with complaints about understaffing and unprofessional behavior from management. Some reviews mention a lack of timely response to residents' needs and a general decline in care quality over time.
- There are also reports of dissatisfaction with the in-home care services offered by Saint Martins, with clients feeling taken advantage of and noting a lack of proper management and consistency in care.
- On the positive side, the community aspect of Saint Martins is frequently highlighted, with many noting the friendly atmosphere, faith-based community, and the joy of caring for the elders and their families.
- Despite the criticisms, some employees express pride in their work and the community at Saint Martins, indicating a positive work environment for some.
- Concerns about the treatment of employees by management and the impact on care quality are notable, with calls for improvement in how staff are treated and respected.
In summary, while Saint Martins in the Pines has aspects that are highly valued by both residents and staff, there are significant areas that require attention, particularly regarding management practices, staffing levels, and consistency in care quality.
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Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Nursing Home Ratings
Overall rating: 1
Health inspection rating: 2
Staffing rating: 1
Quality measure rating: 4
Long-term quality measure rating:
5
Short-term quality measure rating:
2
Nursing Home Overview
Participation
date: July 9, 1997
Ownership type: Non Profit
Provider
type: Medicare and Medicaid
Nursing home capacity: 128
Total current residents: 58
Facility is located in a hospital: No
Automatic sprinkler system: Yes
Resident and family council: Resident
Facility Incident, Complaints and Fines
Number of
facility
incidents: 0
Number of
substantiated complaints: 1
Number of payment denials: 0
Number of fines: 3
Total cost of fines: $6932
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services give each Nursing Home a Star Rating from 1-5 with 5 being the highest.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services gather information about the number of hours of care provided on average to each resident each day by staff as well as the turnover of staff.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around emergency department and hospital visits for residents of Nursing Homes.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around quality measures for residents of Nursing Homes.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around COVID-19 vaccination rates of Nursing Home residents and staff members.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointHealth and Fire Safety Deficiencies
The Center for Medicare and Medicaid report health and fire safety deficiencies. Some of these deficiencies are more severe than others. The following table shows different levels of severity.
| Scope | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Severity of Deficiency | Isolated | Pattern | Widespread |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
| Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy | G | H | I |
| No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy | D | E | F |
| No actual harm with potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
Fire Safety Deficiencies
| Survey Date | Correction Date | Letter | Category | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-10-09 | 2019-11-12 | E | Egress Deficiencies | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. |
| 2019-10-09 | 2019-10-10 | E | Egress Deficiencies | Have corridors or aisles that are unobstructed and are at least 8 feet in width. |
| 2019-10-09 | 2019-11-12 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft. |
| 2019-10-09 | 2019-11-12 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. |
| 2019-10-09 | 2019-10-21 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. |
| 2019-10-09 | 2019-11-12 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. |
| 2019-10-09 | 2019-11-12 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. |
| 2019-10-09 | 2019-10-31 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. |
| 2019-10-09 | 2019-10-10 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. |
| 2019-10-09 | 2019-11-12 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. |
| 2019-10-09 | 2019-11-12 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. |
| 2019-10-09 | 2019-11-12 | D | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. |
| 2019-10-09 | 2019-11-12 | D | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. |
| 2019-10-09 | 2019-11-12 | D | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters. |
| 2019-10-09 | 2019-11-12 | D | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. |
| 2018-10-04 | 2018-11-08 | C | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Create arrangements with other facilities to receive patients. |
| 2018-10-04 | 2018-11-08 | E | Egress Deficiencies | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. |
| 2018-10-04 | 2018-11-08 | F | Egress Deficiencies | Have corridors or aisles that are unobstructed and are at least 8 feet in width. |
| 2018-10-04 | 2018-11-08 | D | Egress Deficiencies | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. |
| 2018-10-04 | 2018-11-08 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. |
| 2018-10-04 | 2018-11-08 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. |
| 2018-10-04 | 2018-11-08 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. |
| 2018-10-04 | 2018-11-08 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. |
| 2018-10-04 | 2018-11-08 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours. |
| 2018-10-04 | 2018-11-08 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. |
| 2018-10-04 | 2018-11-08 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. |
| 2018-10-04 | 2018-11-08 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. |
| 2018-10-04 | 2018-11-08 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Have enough space near smoke barriers to protect residents. |
| 2018-10-04 | 2018-11-08 | D | Services Deficiencies | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. |
| 2018-10-04 | 2018-11-08 | D | Services Deficiencies | Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire. |
| 2018-10-04 | 2018-11-08 | F | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. |
| 2018-10-04 | 2018-11-08 | D | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. |
| 2018-10-04 | 2018-11-08 | D | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have restrictions on the use of flammable curtains. |
| 2018-10-04 | 2018-11-08 | E | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. |
| 2018-10-04 | 2018-11-08 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. |
| 2018-10-04 | 2018-11-08 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. |
| 2017-08-31 | 2017-10-05 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. |
| 2017-08-31 | 2017-10-05 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub. |
| 2017-08-31 | 2017-10-05 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Have enough space near smoke barriers to protect residents. |
| 2017-08-31 | 2017-10-05 | D | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. |
| 2017-08-31 | 2017-10-05 | D | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. |
| 2017-08-31 | 2017-10-05 | D | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. |
Health Safety Deficiencies
| Survey Date | Correction Date | Letter | Category | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-10-03 | 2019-11-06 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. |
| 2019-10-03 | 2019-11-06 | E | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. |
| 2022-01-13 | 2022-02-17 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. |
| 2022-01-13 | 2022-02-17 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
| 2018-09-26 | 2018-10-19 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. |
| 2018-09-26 | 2018-10-19 | D | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. |
| 2020-09-10 | 2020-10-15 | E | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| 2017-08-24 | 2017-09-28 | E | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Develop a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. |
| 2017-08-24 | 2017-09-28 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide care by qualified persons according to each resident's written plan of care. |
| 2017-08-24 | 2017-09-28 | D | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Provide special eating equipment and utensils for each resident who needs them. |
| 2017-08-24 | 2017-09-28 | F | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Store, cook, and serve food in a safe and clean way. |
| 2017-08-24 | 2017-09-28 | F | Environmental Deficiencies | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. |
| 2017-08-24 | 2017-09-28 | D | Environmental Deficiencies | Have a program that investigates, controls and keeps infection from spreading. |
Fines
| Fine Date | Fine Amount |
|---|---|
| 2019-02-12 | $13,905 |
| 2021-08-30 | $655 |
| 2021-08-30 | $650 |
| 2022-01-24 | $987 |
| 2022-01-24 | $994 |
| 2022-06-20 | $9,128 |
| 2022-06-20 | $5,283 |
| 2022-06-20 | $5,244 |
What is in the Neighborhood
- The closest city is Irondale which is 0.9 miles away and has a population of 12,423 (small town).
- The average income is $67,138, which is high compared to other zip codes.
- Weather
- High Temperature: 84
- Low Temperature: 46
- Average Temperature: 66.7
- Day Breakdown: The area gets 170 days of rain, 2 days of snow and 191 days of sun
- Precipitation: 1.9 inches a year
- The median age is 35.6 years old, average compared to other cities.
- 6.15% of the population are Veterans which is a high percentage of Veterans compared to other cities.
- 3.84% of the population are Foreign-born which is a very low percentage of Foreign-born compared to other cities.
- The population is 0% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0% Asian, 71% Black or African-American, 4% Hispanic or Latino, and 23% White.
- The crime rate is 12.23 per 100 people which is very high compared to other cities.
- Violent Crime: 3.25 incidents per 100 people
- Property Crime: 7.61 incidents per 100 people
- Drug-Related Crime: 0.61 incidents per 100 people
- The average life expectancy in zip code is 74.16 years old, which is very low compared to other zip codes.
- Air Quality: Good Days 89.0, Moderate Days 91.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 2.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0
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Supermarkets
Walmart Supercenter
0.2 miles awayAldi
0.7 miles awayWinn-Dixie
0.8 miles awayPublix
1.0 miles awayPiggly Wiggly
2.1 miles awayNone Found
Bus Stations
SE Corner of Elder St & Montclair Rd
0.2 miles awaySW Corner of Montclair Rd & Elder St
0.2 miles awayMontevallo Rd
0.2 miles awayNW Corner of Crestwood Blvd & Ludington Ln
0.3 miles awayNE Corner of Crestwood Blvd & Elder St
0.3 miles awayBanks
BBVA
4.3 miles awayWells Fargo
4.4 miles awayBBVA Compass
4.6 miles awayBeal Bank
4.7 miles awayRegions Bank
5.0 miles awayHospitals
Hill Crest Behavioral Health Center
1.7 miles awaySaint Vincent's Birmingham
4.3 miles awayUAB Hospital
5.0 miles awayVA Medical Center
5.1 miles awayUAB Callahan Eye Hospital
5.2 miles awayPharmacies
Christ Health Pharmacy
2.2 miles awayPublix Pharmacy
4.3 miles awayCVS Pharmacy
4.4 miles awayWalgreens
4.5 miles awayCahaba Pharmacy
5.1 miles awayDentists
Clark Holmes Smith Oral Facial Surgery
5.1 miles awayDr. Guillien
5.4 miles awayYanosky Orthodontics
5.7 miles awayBrookwood Endodontics
5.8 miles awayJames D Reed, DMD
6.5 miles awayParks
Flora Johnston Nature Park
0.3 miles awayLawson Stadium
0.7 miles awayRuffner Mountain
0.9 miles awayGladstone
0.9 miles awayBeacon Park
1.1 miles awayPlaces of Worship
Sixteenth Street Baptist Church
5.8 miles awayShopping
Tutwiler Farm
6.7 miles awayPinncale Shopping center
6.7 miles awayThe Shops of Grand River
7.0 miles awayValley Avenue Plaza
7.1 miles awayWalmart Trussvill Crossings
9.1 miles awayCulture
Studio By the Tracks
0.9 miles awayWorkplay
4.8 miles awayIron City
4.9 miles awayAlabama Theatre
5.4 miles awayThe Lyric Theatre
5.5 miles awayRestaurants
King Buffet
0.2 miles awayThe Crab Barrack
0.2 miles awayIHOP
0.3 miles awayHamburger Heaven
0.6 miles awayWaffle House
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