Bedford Care Center of Hattiesburg

3.1 miles from city center

Description

Bedford Care Center of Hattiesburg is a nursing home care facility hidden behind Forest General Hospital. This home boasts a 120-bed skilled nursing center, where residents can relish in the splendid common areas. Gardens adorned with a grand gazebo, flower beds, and manicured lawns create a captivating ambiance for all to enjoy. With meticulous maintenance and an enclosed courtyard, the facility exudes a peaceful atmosphere, reflecting exceptional nursing home quality measures.

Beyond the tranquil surroundings, Bedford Care Center of Hattiesburg takes pride in its top-notch rehabilitation unit. Here, an aggressive therapy program is offered in well-equipped rooms, ensuring residents receive the care and support on their path to recovery. This esteemed community has earned recognition for its unwavering dedication to enhancing lives, earning multiple prestigious awards for its outstanding commitment to resident well-being.

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Type of Care Available

Skilled Nursing

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Elderly and Disabled Waiver

Mississippi Medicaid E&D Waiver

General: Age 65+ or disabled, Mississippi resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
Asset Limits: $4,000 (individual, higher than most states).
MS Specifics: Higher asset limit; rural focus.

Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care ($60/day), meals ($6/meal).

Mississippi Caregiver Respite Program

MS NFCSP Respite

General: Caregiver of someone 60+, Mississippi resident.
Income Limits: No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits: Not applicable.
MS Specifics: Limited slots; rural emphasis.

Services: In-home respite (4-6 hours/day), adult day care (~$60/day), short-term facility care (up to 5 days).

Assisted Living (AL) Waiver

Mississippi Assisted Living Waiver

General: Age 65+ or disabled, Mississippi resident, Medicaid-eligible, NFLOC, living in approved AL facility.
Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual); QIT required.
Asset Limits: $4,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).
MS Specifics: Only for AL facilities with waiver contracts; small program size.

Services: Personal care, meals, medication management, respite, transportation within AL facility.

Independent Living (IL) Waiver

Mississippi Independent Living Waiver

General: Age 16+ (65+ for seniors), Mississippi resident, Medicaid-eligible, NFLOC but capable of self-direction.
Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual); QIT required.
Asset Limits: $4,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).
MS Specifics: Self-directed care; limited to in-home settings.

Services: Personal care (4-6 hours/day), respite (~200 hours/year), home mods, assistive tech, transition services.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Mississippi Medicare Savings Program

General: Age 65+ or disabled, Mississippi resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025): ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits: $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
MS Specifics: Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).

Mississippi Homemaker Program

Mississippi Homemaker Program (via Area Agencies on Aging)

General: Age 60+, Mississippi resident, not Medicaid-eligible, needs assistance with daily living.
Income Limits (2025): ~$1,063/month (100% FPL, individual); prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits: Not strictly assessed; need-based focus.
MS Specifics: 10 AAAs; waitlist possible due to funding caps.

Services: Homemaker services (2-4 hours/day, e.g., cleaning, meal prep), respite (~2 days/year), transportation, meals.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Mississippi SCSEP

General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Mississippi resident.
Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.
MS Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents; MDES oversees.

Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Mississippi VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Mississippi resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025): Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits: ~$155,356 (net worth limit).
MS Specifics: High veteran population in rural areas.