Tuscaloosa Woman Accused of Stealing from Nursing Home Residents

Tameko H. Green charged with theft of over $3,500 from 25 residents

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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A 52-year-old Tuscaloosa woman named Tameko H. Green has been arrested and accused of stealing at least $3,500 from 25 residents of a local nursing home where she worked as the financial officer and was responsible for maintaining the facility's patient trust fund.

Why it matters

Theft from vulnerable nursing home residents is a serious crime that violates the trust placed in care providers and can have devastating impacts on the financial security and well-being of the victims. This case highlights the importance of oversight and accountability in long-term care facilities.

The details

According to Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall, the investigation determined that Green stole the funds from residents between January 2023 and September 2025 while working at the nursing home. Green is charged with one count of Theft of Property First Degree, a class B felony punishable by 2 to 20 years' imprisonment and a fine of up to $30,000.

  • The thefts occurred between January 2023 and September 2025.
  • Green surrendered at the Tuscaloosa County Jail on February 23, 2026.

The players

Tameko H. Green

A 52-year-old Tuscaloosa woman who was working as the financial officer at a local nursing home and was responsible for maintaining the facility's patient trust fund.

Steve Marshall

The Alabama Attorney General who announced the charges against Green.

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What they’re saying

“The investigation determined that, between January 2023 and September 2025, Green stole at least $3,500 from 25 residents.”

— Steve Marshall, Alabama Attorney General (wtug.com)

What’s next

Green surrendered at the Tuscaloosa County Jail on February 23rd and was released on a $5,000 bond. The judge will decide on her case in the coming weeks.

The takeaway

This case highlights the importance of robust financial controls and oversight in nursing homes to protect vulnerable residents from theft and exploitation by staff members entrusted with their care.