Diversicare of Marion

Diversicare of Marion, located at 505 East Lafayette Street in Marion, Alabama, is a skilled nursing facility serving Perry County and the surrounding Black Belt communities with professional, compassionate long-term and post-acute care. Managed by Diversicare Healthcare Services — one of the nation's most established skilled nursing operators — this facility brings the resources and standards of a national organization to the heart of a historically rich and tightly knit Alabama community. Marion, Alabama is a city with a distinguished heritage. Home to Marion Military Institute, one of the oldest and most respected military junior colleges in the United States, and the historic Judson College, Marion carries a deep sense of institutional pride and educational tradition. The city's tree-lined streets and historic architecture give it a distinctive character, and the Perry County community is known for its genuine warmth and neighborly spirit — qualities that translate directly into the care culture at Diversicare of Marion. For outdoor enrichment and family visits, Perry Lakes Park — a beautiful natural area managed jointly and recognized for its birdwatching, hiking, and fishing — is located nearby, offering a peaceful retreat just outside of town. The historic city of Selma, approximately 30 miles to the south along U.S. Route 80, provides access to additional medical resources, dining, and shopping options for families visiting from out of the area. Perry County Hospital provides local acute-care services to the Marion community, and Diversicare's clinical team maintains close working relationships with local physicians and hospital discharge coordinators to ensure that new residents experience smooth, safe transitions into skilled nursing care. Diversicare Healthcare Services is nationally recognized for its commitment to quality improvement, regulatory compliance, and person-centered care planning. At Diversicare of Marion, skilled nursing services include short-term rehabilitation, long-term nursing care, wound management, IV therapy, medication management, and comprehensive physical, occupational, and speech therapy — all delivered by a dedicated team that understands both the clinical complexity and the personal dimensions of aging and recovery.