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| The Waterford on Highland Colony |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Ridgeland | -
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MS AVG
88 | Yes |
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10
MS AVG
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#245 / 319 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | A+ | - |
| Holiday Chateau Ridgeland |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Ridgeland | -
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MS AVG
88 | Yes |
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MS AVG
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#61 / 319 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - |
| Community Place |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Brandon | 60
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88
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#127 / 268 | No |
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MS AVG
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#223 / 319 | 1 Bed | - | Charles P. Hill |
| Lakeland Seniors Apartments |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Jackson (Fondren) | -
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MS AVG
88 | No |
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#71 / 319 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - |
A proud member of the renowned Sonida Senior Living community, The Waterford on Highland Colony offers a quality independent lifestyle. Seniors can expect nothing but compassion and kindness; they can feel comfortable with the team of dedicated staff ready to attend to any needs. The Waterford is a modest assisted living community that performs nothing less than exceptional service in a nurturing and cozy home-like environment.
Waterford strives to provide stress-free and enjoyable living for its residents, keeping the environment safe and secure. The retirement home’s hospitality extends to housekeeping, transportation, ADLs, medication management, engaging activities, and enriching programs.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 384-437 / 512 / 836 sq. ft.
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 2-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Overview of Holiday Chateau Ridgeland
A proud member of the Atria senior living community, Holiday Chateau Ridgeland has built one of the finest senior living communities in Jackson– prioritizing its inclusive amenities for the welfare of its residents. Their commitment to ensuring that an individual can feel independent while being engaged is one of their utmost priorities for a balanced lifestyle; they ensure that their residents are healthy and active. Holiday Chateau Ridgeland has ensured a diverse and inclusive environment offering a strong sense of family.
The premier community boasts an elevated lifestyle through the essential service provided for seniors with independent living. Their all-inclusive amenities include daily delicious and nutritious meals by a chef, weekly housekeeping and laundry, and everyday fitness activities with their finest gym equipment. They also provide every private apartment with an emergency call system.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 400 / 500 - 660 / 770 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Community Place offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere that ensures a service delivered with compassion and respect. Focusing on post-acute skilled nursing, the home creates a vibrant atmosphere for seniors to maintain their independence and individuality. The environment heeds compassion and kindness for each senior.
Lakeland Seniors Apartments located at the core of Lakeland Drive, Jackson, MS, is an exceptional residential and independent living community. A 131-unit mid-rise apartment, the community provides spacious one-and-two-bedroom apartments inclusive of the necessary amenities. Promoting a cozy and warm environment, the community provides a home-like residence.
The community strives to be better and keeps on enhancing its amenities to provide only the best for its residents. Furthermore, Lakeland Seniors Apartments provides a spacious resident lounge, an on-site laundry, and a library. Being at the core of Jackson, the community enjoys a variety of neighborhood amenities. A home away from home, Lakeland Seniors Apartments ensures a comfortable and safe residence for seniors.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these independent living communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
Weighting overview
- 35%Resident Experience
- 25%Regulatory
- 15%Visual Media
- 10%Website
- 10%Stability
- 5%Environment
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Resident & Family Experience 35%
The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.
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- Review Sentiment
- Review Volume
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Regulatory & Safety Record 25%
State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
- Includes
- State Inspections
- Citations/Inspection
- % Inspections w/ Citations
- Complaint Visits
- Accreditations
- BBB Rating
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Visual Media & Transparency 15%
Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.
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- Video Tours
- Virtual Walkthroughs
- Photo Quantity
- Photo Quality
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Website & Operator Transparency 10%
Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.
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- Website Content
- Mobile Usability
- Staff Info Available
- Owner Info Available
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Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
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- Occupancy Rate
- Bed Options
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Environment & Pricing 5%
Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.
- Includes
- Walk Score
- Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in Jackson, MS
What is the average cost of independent living in Jackson, MS?
The average monthly cost of independent living in Jackson, MS is approximately $1,691. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.
What is the price range for independent living in Jackson, MS?
Independent living in Jackson, MS typically ranges from $440 - $4,331 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.
How many licensed independent living communities are there in Jackson, MS?
According to state licensing records, there are approximately 17 licensed independent living communities in Jackson, MS.
What is independent living?
Independent living communities are residential settings for active older adults — typically with private apartments or cottages, shared amenities (dining, fitness, activities), and no built-in medical care.
How many independent living communities are listed on this page?
This page features 4 independent living communities in Jackson, MS. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right independent living community in Jackson, MS?
Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Jackson, MS, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.
What should I look for when visiting independent living communities in Jackson, MS?
Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.
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