Best Independent Living in Mississippi

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 39 independent living communities in MS using MS State Dept. of Health (MSDH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in MS
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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. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
The Orchards
IL
AL
MC
RC
Ridgeland (Squirrel Hill)
106
Facility 106
MS AVG 83
Rank #9 / 32
Yes
47
Facility 47
MS AVG 34
Rank #14 / 35
Studio / 1 Bed41A+-
Traceway Retirement Community
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Tupelo
140
Facility 140
MS AVG 83
Rank #3 / 32
Yes
43
Facility 43
MS AVG 34
Rank #16 / 35
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms---
Woodland Village Nursing Center
IL
CCRC
HOS
MC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Diamondhead
132
Facility 132
MS AVG 83
Rank #4 / 32
No
40
Facility 40
MS AVG 34
Rank #17 / 35
Private Rooms--Rhonda Nettles
The Grove
IL
AL
Columbia
86
Facility 86
MS AVG 83
Rank #14 / 32
No
56
Facility 56
MS AVG 34
Rank #4 / 35
---Michael Bradshaw
Lighthouse
IL
AL
MC
Ocean Springs
132
Facility 132
MS AVG 83
Rank #4 / 32
Yes
80
Facility 80
MS AVG 34
Rank #1 / 35
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Silvercreek Senior Living
IL
AL
Olive Branch
118
Facility 118
MS AVG 83
Rank #6 / 32
Yes
27
Facility 27
MS AVG 34
Rank #22 / 35
1 Bed / 2 Bed24A+-
SummerHouse Beau Ridge
IL
MC
Ridgeland
74
Facility 74
MS AVG 83
Rank #20 / 32
Yes
20
Facility 20
MS AVG 34
Rank #24 / 35
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-A+-
The Preserve at Meridian
IL
AL
CCRC
MC
Meridian
42
Facility 42
MS AVG 83
Rank #28 / 32
Yes
29
Facility 29
MS AVG 34
Rank #21 / 35
Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed--Development, LLC
Crescent Landing at Hattiesburg
IL
AL
MC
NH
RC
Hattiesburg
100
Facility 100
MS AVG 83
Rank #11 / 32
Yes
33
Facility 33
MS AVG 34
Rank #19 / 35
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed18--
Landmark Lifestyles at Tupelo
IL
AL
MC
Tupelo
112
Facility 112
MS AVG 83
Rank #8 / 32
Yes
32
Facility 32
MS AVG 34
Rank #20 / 35
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-A-

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The Orchards

600 S Pear Orchard Rd, Ridgeland, MS 39157
Overview of The Orchards

The Orchards has innovatively approached assisted living while maintaining a healthy relationship between staff and residents. Specializing in independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing, seniors receive personalized care uniquely designed based on their needs. The continuing care retirement community offers convenience, comfort, and assurance so residents can rest easy knowing they’re in good hands.

Expect nothing but excellent services and commitment from The Orchards. Management and staff are dedicated to ensuring that residents live their best lives; its essential services include housekeeping, restaurant-style dining, social activities, and scheduled transportation.

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Overview of Silvercreek Senior Living

Administered by Communities, Silvercreek Senior Living is an assisted living community operated by Silvercreek Retirement. Located on Crumpler Boulevard in Olive Branch, Mississippi, the community is led by executive director Leslie Sawyer. With 118 beds across a three-story building, the home offers one- and two-bedroom housing options to handle different preferences and family situations. Operating for 24 years, it has established itself as a longstanding option in Olive Branch.

Such assisted living communities are tailored to support occupants needing help with daily activities: bathing, dressing, and medication management, while promoting as much independence as residents can safely maintain. The facility’s smaller scale versus larger senior communities can offer a more personalized setting, with occupants often appreciating the calmer residential character that comes with this size. The neighborhood scores 27 for walkability, meaning some nearby services are walkable, with most trips necessitating a car. This is typical for the Olive Branch area and well-suited to residents and families preferring a quieter, less urban setting with easy access via vehicle to shopping, dining, and medical services in the broader region.

An on-site visit by families considering the home is the best way to experience it firsthand. When touring, you can see the floor plans, observe daily activities and dining, meet staff, and discuss care services, activities, amenities, and pricing. This hands-on visit will help you understand whether the community’s size, location, and approach fit your loved one’s needs.

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Overview of Woodland Village Nursing Center

Woodland Village Nursing Center is a gem in the picturesque Diamond Head, Mississippi. Privately owned and locally operated, this center boasts 134 beds and offers exceptional services. It is a haven for senior living and home to specialized memory care communities. With a certified Alzheimer’s dementia unit, Woodland Village provides tailored support and a nurturing environment for residents requiring memory care. The district also caters to seniors seeking independent living options. From skilled nursing to rehabilitation services, residents can experience top-tier care supported by a team who partook in memory care training, ensuring the utmost attention and support they deserve.

On a sprawling 19-acre property, Woodland Village offers residents easy access to the beautiful coast, fostering a sense of serenity and exploration. The community exudes a warm and family-friendly atmosphere, where lively events and activities bring the community to life. Caregivers at Woodland Village undergo extensive memory care training, equipping them with the skills and knowledge to provide specialized support. This dedication to memory care is a testament to the commitment of Woodland Village to creating an ideal environment where residents can thrive and enjoy their golden years to the fullest.

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Overview of Crescent Landing at Hattiesburg

Crescent Landing at Hattiesburg offers exceptional personal care for residents of assisted living and memory care residents. The community strongly promotes independence that allows a reinvention of oneself in a resident-centered community– especially as a community that strives for hope and renewal. The energetic senior living community performs nothing less than exceptional service offered by its professional and compassionate staff. Crescent Landing is a modest community that proudly encourages each senior to thrive in their new home.

Crescent Landing boasts its award-winning programs that boast friendly and results-driven activities such as their SPARK™ program which aims to enhance and enrich the experiences and lifestyle of their residents by designing specific care plans that match their interests, abilities, and needs– from baking to bingo, there’s always something available for everyone.

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Overview of Traceway Retirement Community

Owned by United Methodist Senior Services Health Care, Traceway Retirement Community is a Christian-grounded senior living community in Tupelo, Mississippi. The community offers a full continuum of care, including independent living, cottages, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and traditional nursing home care. Residents can move between levels of care as their needs change without leaving the campus.

The single-story community has 140 beds with private and semi-private accommodations and an occupancy rate of about 91.9%. The average length of stay is 210 days, which is a mix of long-term nursing residents and shorter rehabilitation stays. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several ways to cover the cost of care.

Residents receive an average of about 5 hours and 51 minutes of total nursing care each day. Registered nurses provide about 38 minutes of that care, adding clinical oversight alongside the broader nursing team. The community also has a 24-hour emergency call system and immediate nursing assistance when needed.

Residents can attend worship services and Bible classes that reflect the community’s Christian foundation. The community also has an on-site beauty shop. It offers scheduled outings, including trips to a nearby Walmart Supercenter. Residents can bring their pets, and fitness and recreation programmes are part of daily life. Utilities are included in the cost of living, helping simplify monthly budgeting. The area has a Walk Score of 43 out of 100, which is somewhat walkable. Some errands can be completed on foot, but most trips require a car or the community’s transportation service.

Families considering Traceway Retirement Community may want to ask which room or cottage options are currently available because availability can change with occupancy.

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Overview of Landmark Lifestyles at Tupelo

Operated by Pinnacle Pointe at Tupelo, LLC, Landmark Lifestyles at Tupelo is a personal care home in Tupelo, Mississippi. The community is about 2.7 miles from downtown Tupelo, near Legion Lake and the Bel Aire Golf Course in Lee County. It offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care under one roof. It’s a practical option for couples or families whose care needs differ or may change over time.

The two-story community has 112 beds with studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments ranging from about 400 to nearly 1,700 square feet. Residents must be 55 or older to move in. Maintenance-free living means residents do not have to take care of apartment or grounds maintenance. Pets are welcome in the community.

Residents enjoy chef-prepared meals and have access to an arts and crafts studio, a fireside living room, a library, a fitness centre, and a putting green. Transportation services are available for appointments and errands. The community also provides specialised diabetes care, and families may want to ask about this programme if a loved one needs ongoing support with the condition.

The area has a Walk Score of 32 out of 100, meaning a handful of nearby services may be within walking distance, but most outings require a car or the community’s transportation service. Families comparing different communities may want to keep this in mind if walkability is an important part of their decision.

Contact Landmark Lifestyles at Tupelo

Overview of The Grove

The Grove offers assisted living and independent living in Columbia, MS. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private living space; independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care.

Having both care levels can suit someone who wants independent living now and may later need help with daily activities without leaving The Grove. The community has 86 beds.

Residents can eat at the restaurant-style dining area without leaving the community, while outdoor spaces offer places to spend time outside. Rehabilitation services are also available for residents who need that support.

A Walk Score of 56 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot. Someone who no longer drives may still be able to walk for certain nearby needs.

Medicaid and Medicare are accepted payment sources. Medicaid may help a family whose savings may not cover a long stay, while Medicare can help with eligible covered medical services.

Michael Bradshaw serves as the administrator.

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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.

Contact The Preserve at Meridian

Overview of SummerHouse Beau Ridge

SummerHouse Beau Ridge offers independent living and memory care in Ridgeland, MS. Independent living means private living with community services, without daily care, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for a resident at risk of wandering. Both care levels are available in one community, which may suit someone whose needs could grow from independent living to memory care.

The community has 74 beds, with studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom housing options. A studio offers one private space, while the one and two bedroom layouts accommodate different household arrangements. Pets are allowed, so a resident may bring a pet to live with them. LLC II serves as the administrator, and Ridgeland Opco operates the community.

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Lighthouse

8905 Ocean Springs Road, Ocean Springs, MS 39564
Overview of Lighthouse

Lighthouse is a senior living community in Ocean Springs, Mississippi, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having all three care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move elsewhere.

Lighthouse has 132 beds. A Walk Score of 80 means most errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Pets are allowed, allowing a resident moving to Lighthouse to bring a pet. Ocean Springs Senior Management operates the community.

Named offerings include Reflective Living, Independent Patio Homes, memory care: The Cottages, Short-term Stays, and Lighthouse Therapy. Short-term Stays provide a temporary place to live when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Lighthouse may be a good fit for someone who wants independent living, assisted living, or memory care in one community, especially if their care needs may change over time.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

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.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

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
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

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 Mississippi

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 39 independent living communities in Mississippi. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Mississippi?

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 Mississippi, 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 Mississippi?

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.

Independent Living in Mississippi at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 34/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Mississippi. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 83The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Mississippi. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90