The Preserve at Meridian
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Meridian, MS
The Preserve at Meridian
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Meridian, MS
Offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care, The Preserve at Meridian is a senior living community in Meridian, Mississippi, in Lauderdale County. The community is licensed as a personal care home, so residents can move between levels of care as their needs change.
The community is operated by Encore, with daily administration handled by Development, LLC. Loresa Smith serves as the Executive Director. The two-story community has 42 beds with suite, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences. The area has a Walk Score of 29 out of 100, so most errands and outings require driving.
Residents have access to a courtyard with a fire pit, outdoor spaces with mature trees, gardens, and a pond. There’s also an on-site movie theatre and dining room. Therapy services are available for residents who need them. The community provides concierge assistance and transportation services for errands and appointments.
Residents can bring their pets, which can make the move easier for those who want to keep a companion animal. The on-site therapy services, transportation, and concierge assistance handle many daily logistics for residents and their families.
42-bed community Rank #199 / 265Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 199th out of 265 homes in Mississippi for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Mississippi facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Mississippi that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score: 29 / 100 Rank #180 / 319Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 180th out of 319 homes in Mississippi for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Mississippi facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Mississippi that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
Facility TypePersonal Care Home
CountyLauderdale
The Preserve at Meridian is legally operated by Encore, and administered by Development, LLC.
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactMs. Loresa Smith, Executive Director (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 422 / 576 - 832 sq. ft
Housing Options: Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Two-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for The Preserve at Meridian
1 Bedroom
1 Bedroom
Suite
2 bedroom
Places of interest near The Preserve at Meridian
4.0 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Meridian's city center to The Preserve at Meridian's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Info below is compiled from the MS State Dept. of Health (MSDH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
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MS AVG
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Rank
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| Aldersgate Retirement Community | AL IL | Meridian | 89
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MS AVG
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MS AVG
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#285 / 319 | 2 Bed / 3 Bed | - | Robyn Stephens |
| Queen City Nursing Center | AL MC NH RESC SNF | Meridian | 84
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MS AVG
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#92 / 265 | No |
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MS AVG
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#67 / 319 | - | - | - |
| The Preserve at Meridian | AL IL MC | Meridian | 42
Facility
42
MS AVG
70
Rank
#199 / 265 | Yes |
29
Facility
29
MS AVG
33
Rank
#180 / 319 | Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | Development, LLC |
| Meridian Living | AL | Meridian (Bonita) | - | Yes |
41
Facility
41
MS AVG
33
Rank
#131 / 319 | - | A+ | - |
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Preserve at Meridian
Who is the owner of The Preserve at Meridian?
The Preserve at Meridian is legally operated by Encore, and administered by LLC Development.
Is The Preserve at Meridian in a walkable area?
The Preserve at Meridian has a walk score of 29. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
Are pets allowed at The Preserve at Meridian?
Yes, The Preserve at Meridian allows residents to bring their pets.
Who is the administrator of The Preserve at Meridian?
LLC Development is the administrator of The Preserve at Meridian.
How many beds does The Preserve at Meridian have?
The Preserve at Meridian has 42 beds.
Are there photos of The Preserve at Meridian?
Yes — there are 7 photos of The Preserve at Meridian in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of The Preserve at Meridian?
The Preserve at Meridian is located at 4360 Ms-39, Meridian, MS 39301.
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