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Best Independent Living in Mississippi

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated Apr 2026
We analyzed 315 homes in Mississippi

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Mississippi Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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Madison Home Place
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

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.

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.

Madison (Traceland North)
82
Facility 82
MS AVG 88
Rank #97 / 268
No
11
Facility 11
MS AVG 38
Rank #242 / 319
Private Rooms / Semi-Private RoomsA
SummerHouse Beau Ridge
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.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Ridgeland
74
Facility 74
MS AVG 88
Rank #112 / 268
Yes
20
Facility 20
MS AVG 38
Rank #213 / 319
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Summerfield Senior Living of Gulfport
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.

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.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Gulfport (Lyman)
61
Facility 61
MS AVG 88
Rank #126 / 268
Yes
0
Facility 0
MS AVG 38
Rank #294 / 319
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
St. Catherine‘s Village
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

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.

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.

Madison
60
Facility 60
MS AVG 88
Rank #127 / 268
No
7
Facility 7
MS AVG 38
Rank #258 / 319
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms-
Aldersgate Retirement Community
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.

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.

Meridian
58
Facility 58
MS AVG 88
Rank #177 / 268
No
1
Facility 1
MS AVG 38
Rank #285 / 319
2 Bed / 3 Bed-
The Preserve at Meridian
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.

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.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Meridian
42
Facility 42
MS AVG 88
Rank #201 / 268
Yes
29
Facility 29
MS AVG 38
Rank #180 / 319
Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Plain View Assisted Living
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.

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.

Richland
55
Facility 55
MS AVG 88
Rank #183 / 268
No
23
Facility 23
MS AVG 38
Rank #202 / 319
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The Claiborne at McComb
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.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Mccomb
82
Facility 82
MS AVG 88
Rank #97 / 268
Yes
4
Facility 4
MS AVG 38
Rank #272 / 319
Suite / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+
The Claiborne at Hattiesburg Independent Living
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.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Hattiesburg (Bonhomie)
80
Facility 80
MS AVG 88
Rank #101 / 268
No
6
Facility 6
MS AVG 38
Rank #263 / 319
1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed-
The Goldton at Adelaide
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.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Starkville (Warmath Way)
77
Facility 77
MS AVG 88
Rank #107 / 268
No
0
Facility 0
MS AVG 38
Rank #294 / 319
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Covington Ridge Retirement
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.

Collins
36
Facility 36
MS AVG 88
Rank #207 / 268
No
15
Facility 15
MS AVG 38
Rank #226 / 319
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms-
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
-
Facility -
MS AVG 88
Yes
10
Facility 10
MS AVG 38
Rank #245 / 319
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+
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
-
Facility -
MS AVG 88
Yes
54
Facility 54
MS AVG 38
Rank #61 / 319
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Sea Song – Bay Saint Louis
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.

Bay St Louis (Bay St. Louis)
-
Facility -
MS AVG 88
No
8
Facility 8
MS AVG 38
Rank #251 / 319
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms-
Traceway Retirement Community
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.

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.

Tupelo (West Main Street)
140
Facility 140
MS AVG 88
Rank #16 / 268
Yes
43
Facility 43
MS AVG 38
Rank #122 / 319
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms-
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Overview of Starkville Manor Health Care and Rehabilitation Center

Set in the neighborhood of Starkville, MS, Starkville Manor Health Care and Rehabilitation Center is a reliable senior living community that offers skilled nursing, memory care, and rehabilitation services. Residents here are offered 24/7 care by an excellent care team, giving them comfort and peace of mind. With access to physical, occupational and speech therapies, residents are guaranteed to maintain their strength, mobility, and functionality.

The community makes sure residents find their preferred accommodation among its 119 units designed to foster quick recovery. Residents’ nourishment is also prioritized through nutritionally-balanced and tasty meals. With its all-inclusive care services, the community makes sure its residents are given the support they need to get back on their feet.

What does this home offer?

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Total Residents: 119 Residents

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Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Overview of Truewood by Merrill, Ocean Springs

Truewood by Merrill, Ocean Springs is a premier senior living community in Ocean Springs, Mississippi, offering a luxurious and comfortable home for its residents. The community features a red-brick colonial exterior, serene walking paths, and a gorgeous courtyard, providing a tranquil environment for residents to thrive. Truewood by Merrill, Ocean Springs offers independent living and personal care options to accommodate residents’ varying needs. The independent living option provides the freedom to live life as desired, with team members handling housekeeping, home maintenance, and cooking. The personal care option offers additional assistance with activities of daily living, medication management, and scheduled transportation.

The community boasts a variety of amenities, including private mailboxes, community sun porches, and landscaped gardens with courtyards and fountains. Residents can enjoy the library, beauty salon, and large, bright community living rooms. The community also offers a resident-driven calendar with activities such as fitness classes, cooking classes, game nights, and religious services. Residents can choose from spacious studios and one-bedroom apartments, with the option to live alongside a roommate or pet. The community is close to local dining, shopping, and activities, as well as the city’s expansive health campus, ensuring convenient access to medical care. Truewood by Merrill, Ocean Springs is a personal care home that provides residential accommodations, personal service, and social care to the elderly, offering a fulfilling retirement experience.

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Semi-Private Rooms

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Building Type: Two-story

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Overview of Senior Oaks

Senior Oaks in Gulfport offers quality care for an independent-living focused approach to assisted and memory care support. Residents can feel comfortable with the team of dedicated staff who are ready to attend to any needs. The Waterford is a modest senior living community that performs nothing less than exceptional service in a nurturing and cozy home-like environment. 

Senior Oaks is where comfort and growth are found through an elevated lifestyle. The comfortable, tight-knit community creates a lifestyle that takes advantage of the seamless access to the beautiful community features available.

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Housing Options: Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Fitness and Recreation

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Overview of Compere‘s Nursing Home

Overlooking the neighborhood of Jackson, MS, Compere‘s Nursing Home is a trusted senior living community designed to provide an array of rehabilitation and skilled nursing services. The community aims to help residents needing support with their recovery process by offering a dependable care team trained to offer an extensive range of services, including wound care, pain management, behavioral management, palliative care, and more. Offering access to various therapy and rehabilitative services, such as speech, occupational, and physical therapy, the community guarantees residents will regain or maintain their highest functionality.

Dedicated to enriching the lives of its residents, the community also offers a wide array of activities designed to help residents make new connections and stay active. A registered dietician carefully plans residents’ meals to make sure they are getting the right nutrients to stay active and healthy. An array of amenities, such as on-site salon services, physician visits, and podiatry services are also offered for added convenience.

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Total Residents: 60

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Building Type: Single-story

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Overview of Belhaven Senior Care

Set in the charming neighborhood of Jackson, MS, Belhaven Senior Care is an astonishing senior living community, offering extensive rehabilitation and skilled nursing services. The community commits itself to helping residents enjoy a successful recovery process by providing them access to an array of services, including in-house physical, occupational, and speech therapy, various training programs, and other specialized services for more complex needs. Featuring 60 well-designed accommodations, the community warrants residents a comfortable healing environment designed to their unique needs.

An array of planned activities are also offered to provide residents with their needed opportunities for enrichment and entertainment. Delicious meals that are carefully curated with the help of a registered dietitian are also offered to make sure residents have the energy to live their lives fully. Various amenities and conveniences, such as salon services, podiatry visits, and more, are available to make residents’ living experience more enjoyable.

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Total Residents: 60

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Building Type: Single-story

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Overview of Atwood Personal Care Home

Have a comfortable retirement at Atwood Personal Care Home, an inviting haven in Philadelphia, MS, that offers assisted living. With high-quality assistance around the clock, residents do not have to worry about their daily living activities, like bathing and transferring. Cleaning, laundry, and other household tasks are also taken care of, ensuring residents experience a hassle-free living.

Encouraging residents to live actively and make new friends, stimulating programs and enriching activities are conducted. Delicious and healthy dining options are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Medication reminders and transportation services are also provided for convenience and safety. With its dedicated services and well-maintained amenities, residents make the most of their best years without worries.

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / Studio

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Building Type: Single-story

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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.

  • Includes
  • 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.

  • Includes
  • 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
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  • 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 1 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.