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Barfield Health Care

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22444 Highway 431, Guntersville, AL 35976

Care Types

Skilled Nursing
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About Barfield Health Care

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Barfield Health Care offers skilled nursing services in Guntersville, Alabama — one of the state's most scenic communities, situated along the breathtaking shores of Lake Guntersville in Marshall County. Located on Highway 431, Barfield is managed by Rehab Select, a respected provider known for its rehabilitation-forward approach to skilled nursing and post-acute care. Guntersville is widely regarded as one of Alabama's most beautiful small cities, and for good reason. Lake Guntersville — one of the largest lakes east of the Mississippi — provides a stunning backdrop for daily life, and Guntersville State Park offers miles of trails, a beloved lodge, golf, camping, and wildlife viewing including the area's famous bald eagle population. Seniors and visiting families find the natural beauty of Marshall County deeply restorative, and the lake community's welcoming culture makes transitions to care less stressful. For medical services, Barfield Health Care benefits from proximity to Marshall Medical Centers, with Marshall Medical Center South located in Boaz and Marshall Medical Center North in Guntersville itself — providing residents with convenient access to emergency care, imaging, cardiology, and specialist services without traveling far from home. Under Rehab Select's management, Barfield Health Care emphasizes high-quality rehabilitation programming alongside traditional skilled nursing. Residents recovering from orthopedic surgery, strokes, cardiac events, or other acute conditions benefit from evidence-based physical, occupational, and speech therapy delivered by experienced clinicians. The care team works closely with physicians, hospital case managers, and families to design treatment plans focused on maximizing each resident's independence and quality of life. Shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences are plentiful in Guntersville and the neighboring communities of Arab and Albertville along the Highway 431 corridor. Families visiting loved ones at Barfield enjoy a genuine sense of place — the mountains, lake, and small-city warmth of northeast Alabama at its best.

Care Types at Barfield Health Care

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Skilled Nursing

Round-the-clock medical care and rehabilitation services provided by licensed nurses and therapists for seniors with complex health needs requiring professional oversight.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What hospitals are near Barfield Health Care in Guntersville? +

Marshall Medical Center North is located in Guntersville itself, providing very convenient access to emergency and inpatient hospital services. Marshall Medical Center South in Boaz is also within a short drive. Together, these facilities give Barfield residents and families confidence that acute care is immediately accessible when needed.

What types of care and rehabilitation does Barfield Health Care offer? +

Barfield Health Care is a skilled nursing facility managed by Rehab Select, with a strong emphasis on post-acute rehabilitation. Services include 24-hour skilled nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech-language therapy, long-term residential care, wound management, and individualized care planning for seniors recovering from surgery, stroke, cardiac events, and other conditions.

Who manages Barfield Health Care and what is their specialty? +

Barfield Health Care is operated by Rehab Select, a healthcare management company with expertise in rehabilitation-focused skilled nursing. Rehab Select prioritizes evidence-based therapy programs, staff clinical education, and outcomes-driven care to help residents recover and regain function as fully as possible.

What is Guntersville, Alabama like for seniors? +

Guntersville is consistently recognized as one of Alabama's most livable small cities. Built around Lake Guntersville — a massive Tennessee Valley Authority lake — the area offers Guntersville State Park with trails, a lodge, and eagle watching, as well as local dining, shopping in nearby Arab and Albertville, and a friendly community atmosphere. Many seniors find the natural beauty and relaxed pace deeply comforting.

How do I start the admissions process at Barfield Health Care? +

Call Barfield Health Care at (256) 582-3112 to speak with the admissions team. They can discuss your loved one's care needs, current bed availability, Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance acceptance, and arrange a personal tour of the facility at your convenience.

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