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Overview of St. Catherine‘s Village

St. Catherine’s Village provides independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and nursing home services in Madison, MS. Assisted living covers daily tasks like bathing and medication, while memory care offers a secure setting for those with dementia. Licensed nursing staff remains on site around the clock.

Access to multiple care levels on one campus allows residents to shift to higher support without leaving the community. Led by Claude W. Harbarger, the 60-bed community offers both private and semi-private rooms.

Interested families seeking adaptable long-term care can reach out to St. Catherine’s Village to request details or set up a facility tour.

Seashore Highlands is a senior living community in the Loraine neighborhood of Gulfport, Mississippi, in Harrison County, roughly 7.8 miles from the city center. It is legally operated by Seashore Camp Grounds Retirement, with Home, Inc. handling day to day administration. The community brings together three levels of care on one campus: assisted living, independent living, and memory care.

That combination is the most useful thing to know about the place. Care needs tend to change over time, and a community that already covers several levels means a change in a resident’s needs does not have to mean a change of address, a new set of staff, and a new set of neighbors to learn. For a family weighing a first move, that continuity can carry real weight over the long run.

The building is single story with 75 beds, which puts it in the mid size range where residents can still expect staff to know them while the community remains large enough to support shared spaces and group programming. Housing is suite style, and the suites are notably roomy, running between about 1,385 and 1,625 square feet. That is considerably more space than a standard studio layout, which suits residents who want room for their own furniture or who expect regular visits from family.

The setting is quiet and residential, with a Walk Score of 4 out of 100, so most errands are handled by car rather than on foot. On site transportation services take some of the pressure off that, giving residents a way to reach appointments and errands without depending entirely on family to drive. Fitness and recreation programming keeps activity close to home as well, and pets are welcome, which often matters more to a prospective resident than families anticipate.

Taken together, Seashore Highlands suits someone who values space, wants transportation handled, and would prefer a community where a change in care level does not require starting over somewhere new.

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$4,275/Month Pricing updated on October 13th, 2026

Overview of Covington Ridge Retirement

Thirty-six beds is a genuinely small footprint, and Covington Ridge Retirement keeps it that way in a single-story building at 100 Covington Ridge Place in Collins, Mississippi. Hank Lott operates the community, which sits in Covington County and offers residents private or semi-private rooms depending on preference.

Getting around outside the building isn’t easy here. Walk Score lands at 15, deep in car-dependent territory, so residents and visiting family should plan on driving for essentially everything off-property.

What’s confirmed on the care side is a graduate nurse, either on duty or reachable on call, which gives the community a consistent clinical touchpoint even at this smaller scale. Transportation services and fitness and recreation programming round out what’s available to residents.

For a family in or around Collins considering assisted living, Covington Ridge Retirement offers a small, single-story setting with dependable nursing access, in a location where the building itself, not the neighborhood, does most of the work.

Conveniently located in Columbus, MS, Trinity Place Personal Care is an inviting haven that offers assisted living. With its commitment to improving residents’ quality of life, daily living activities and household tasks are taken care of 24/7. Here, residents can feel at ease during their stay with accessible accommodations and fun gathering spaces.

Focusing on residents’ happiness and wellness, social events, engaging activities, and fitness classes are conducted. Delicious and healthy meals are served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. The community strives to maintain residents’ independence without hassles, accompanied by its high-quality services and extensive amenities.

Trinity Healthcare Center is a highly recognized nursing home in Columbus, MS, that offers long-term care and short-term rehabilitation. The community is committed to improving residents’ well-being, providing top-notch care for their unique needs around the clock. Memory care and palliative care are also offered, striving to enhance residents’ cognition and ease their discomfort.

Dedicated to residents’ leisure and wellness, a variety of social events and fitness programs are conducted. With nutritious meal plans, residents do not have to worry about their meals and experience a satisfactory dining that caters to their dietary needs and preferences. Proving its high-standard of care, this nursing home was recognized as one of the best nursing homes in Columbus by U.S. News and World Report.

The Waterford on Highland Colony offers independent living and respite care in Ridgeland, Mississippi. Independent living means having a private residence with community services but no daily care, while respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The combination can suit an older adult who wants independent living without daily care, or a family caregiver who needs temporary support. Housing includes studios, residences with one bedroom, and residences with two bedrooms; a studio offers one private space, while a two bedroom residence may suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. Pets are allowed, so residents can bring a pet when they move in.

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Starting Price $2,695/Month Pricing updated on October 8th, 2026

The Orchard provides nursing home, assisted living, independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing in a 106-bed setting in Ridgeland, MS. The community provides ongoing clinical support with skilled nursing. Those with memory-related conditions also receive specialized care in a secure environment. With respite services, the community can also accommodate short-term stays for families whose usual caregiver needs time away.

The community’s multiple levels of care allow residents to stay even when their needs grow. Moreover, restaurant-style dining includes meals overseen by Chef Michael Moore, giving residents access to a chef-directed dining program. Wellness activities, social gatherings, exercise classes, spiritual outlets, and engaging programming also provide scheduled activities to attend. Scheduled transportation serves medical facilities, retail outlets, museums, galleries, and theaters in Metro Jackson.

Overview of Covington Ridge

Covington Ridge offers assisted living and independent living in Collins, Mississippi. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and taking medication, while independent living provides a private living arrangement with community services and no daily care. The two care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time and who wants to remain in the same community.

With 36 beds, Covington Ridge is a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know each other. The setting is car dependent, with a Walk Score of 49, so most errands require a car or a ride. Hank Lott operates Covington Ridge, and Melinda Lott is the owner.

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.

McCoy’s Personal Care Home provides assisted living and independent living services in Meridian, Mississippi, just a short distance from the city center. Accommodating up to 15 residents, the community operates from a single-story house designed to offer a comfortable, fully furnished living environment for older adults ages 60 and above.

Caregivers are available around the clock to help with personal care needs, daily routines, and medication administration. Residents also enjoy freshly prepared home-style meals, scheduled transportation, and opportunities to participate in fitness and leisure activities.

Situated on 35th Avenue, the area offers limited pedestrian access, with some nearby destinations reachable on foot, while most errands and outings require a vehicle. The community’s location allows older adults to remain connected to the resources and attractions of the greater Meridian area.