The Preserve at Meridian
Assisted Living, Continuing Care Retirement Communities (ccrc), Independent Living & Memory Care · Meridian, MS

The Preserve at Meridian

Assisted Living, Continuing Care Retirement Communities (ccrc), Independent Living & Memory Care · Meridian, MS

Overview of 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.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. 42 Rank #199 / 265Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 199th out of 265 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Mississippi that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #178 / 282Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 178th out of 282 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Mississippi that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypePersonal Care Home
CountyLauderdale

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Preserve at Meridian is legally operated by Encore, and administered by Development, LLC.

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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 422 / 576 - 832 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Two-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for The Preserve at Meridian

1 Bedroom
1 Bedroom
Suite
2 bedroom

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Address 4.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Meridian's city center to The Preserve at Meridian's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Meridian

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.

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 Communities (CCRC)):
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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.
Brookdale Meridian
AL
MC
Meridian
110
Facility 110
MS AVG 70
Rank #46 / 265
Yes
60
Facility 60
MS AVG 37
Rank #36 / 282
Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Aldersgate Retirement Community
AL
IL
Meridian
89
Facility 89
MS AVG 70
Rank #87 / 265
Yes-2 Bed / 3 BedRobyn Stephens
Queen City Nursing Center
AL
MC
NH
RESC
SNF
Meridian
84
Facility 84
MS AVG 70
Rank #92 / 265
No
53
Facility 53
MS AVG 37
Rank #66 / 282
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The Preserve at Meridian
AL
CCRC(
IL
MC
Meridian
42
Facility 42
MS AVG 70
Rank #199 / 265
Yes
29
Facility 29
MS AVG 37
Rank #178 / 282
Suite / 1 Bed / 2 BedDevelopment, LLC
McCoy‘s Personal Care Home
AL
IL
Meridian
15
Facility 15
MS AVG 70
Rank #238 / 265
No
48
Facility 48
MS AVG 37
Rank #95 / 282
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Mississippi

The Preserve at Meridian is located in Meridian, Mississippi.
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Elderly and Disabled Waiver

Mississippi Medicaid E&D Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General 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
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Higher asset limit; rural focus.

Benefits
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

Age Caregiver of someone 60+
General Mississippi resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
MS

Limited slots; rural emphasis.

Benefits
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

Age 65+ or disabled
General 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

Only for AL facilities with waiver contracts; small program size.

Benefits
Personal care Meals Medication management Respite Transportation within AL facility

Independent Living (IL) Waiver

Mississippi Independent Living Waiver

Age 16+ (65+ for seniors)
General 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

Self-directed care; limited to in-home settings.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Respite (~200 hours/year) Home mods Assistive tech Transition services

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Mississippi Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General 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

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Mississippi Homemaker Program

Mississippi Homemaker Program (via Area Agencies on Aging)

Age 60+
General 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

10 AAAs; waitlist possible due to funding caps.

Benefits
Homemaker services (2-4 hours/day, e.g., cleaning, meal prep) Respite (~2 days/year) Transportation Meals

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

Mississippi VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General 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

High veteran population in rural areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

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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