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The Preserve at Meridian
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.
Community insights.
About this community
The Preserve at Meridian is legally operated by Encore, and administered by Development, LLC.
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
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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.
Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RESC (Residential Care):
Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community):
A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
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| Brookdale Meridian | AL MC | Meridian | 110
Facility
110
MS AVG
55
Rank
#14 / 137 | Yes |
60
Facility
60
MS AVG
34
Rank
#16 / 133 | Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - |
| Aldersgate Retirement Community | AL IL | Meridian | 89
Facility
89
MS AVG
55
Rank
#32 / 137 | Yes | - | 2 Bed / 3 Bed | Robyn Stephens |
| Queen City Nursing Center | AL MC NH RESC SNF | Meridian | 84
Facility
84
MS AVG
55
Rank
#35 / 137 | No |
53
Facility
53
MS AVG
34
Rank
#26 / 133 | - | - |
| The Preserve at Meridian | AL CCRC IL MC | Meridian | 42
Facility
42
MS AVG
55
Rank
#74 / 137 | Yes |
29
Facility
29
MS AVG
34
Rank
#74 / 133 | Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Development, LLC |
| McCoy‘s Personal Care Home | AL IL | Meridian | 15
Facility
15
MS AVG
55
Rank
#111 / 137 | No |
48
Facility
48
MS AVG
34
Rank
#36 / 133 | - | - |
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Mississippi
The Preserve at Meridian is located in Meridian, Mississippi.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Mississippi.
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 Development, LLC.
Is The Preserve at Meridian in a walkable area?
The Preserve at Meridian has a walk score of 29. Car-dependent. 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?
Development, LLC 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 levels of care does The Preserve at Meridian provide?
The Preserve at Meridian offers Assisted Living, Continuing Care Retirement Community, Independent Living & Memory Care.
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