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Page 4 of Best Independent Living in Mississippi

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 41 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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41 homes
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Avg Walk Score: 33/ 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: 70The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Mississippi. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Independent Living around Mississippi

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.

The Orchards
IL
AL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Ridgeland (Squirrel Hill)
106
Facility 106
MS AVG 70
Rank #50 / 265
Yes
47
Facility 47
MS AVG 33
Rank #100 / 319
Studio / 1 Bed
41
Facility 41
MS AVG 25
Rank #3 / 28
A+-
Silvercreek Senior Living
IL
AL
Olive Branch
118
Facility 118
MS AVG 70
Rank #36 / 265
Yes
27
Facility 27
MS AVG 33
Rank #188 / 319
1 Bed / 2 Bed
24
Facility 24
MS AVG 25
Rank #16 / 28
A+Communities, LLC
Holiday Chateau Ridgeland
IL
Ridgeland
-Yes
54
Facility 54
MS AVG 33
Rank #61 / 319
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-B+-
Landmark Lifestyles at Tupelo
IL
AL
MC
Tupelo
112
Facility 112
MS AVG 70
Rank #43 / 265
Yes
32
Facility 32
MS AVG 33
Rank #171 / 319
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-A-
Crescent Landing at Hattiesburg
IL
AL
MC
NH
RC
Hattiesburg
100
Facility 100
MS AVG 70
Rank #67 / 265
Yes
33
Facility 33
MS AVG 33
Rank #167 / 319
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
18
Facility 18
MS AVG 25
Rank #21 / 28
-Group, LLC
Ridgeland Place
IL
AL
MC
Ridgeland
-No
64
Facility 64
MS AVG 33
Rank #23 / 319
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SummerHouse Bay Cove
IL
AL
MC
Biloxi
142
Facility 142
MS AVG 70
Rank #10 / 265
Yes
8
Facility 8
MS AVG 33
Rank #251 / 319
Studio / 1 Bed--I, LLC
SummerHouse Beau Ridge
IL
NH
MC
Ridgeland
74
Facility 74
MS AVG 70
Rank #108 / 265
Yes
20
Facility 20
MS AVG 33
Rank #213 / 319
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-A+II, LLC
Woodland Village Nursing Center
IL
HOS
MC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Diamondhead
132
Facility 132
MS AVG 70
Rank #18 / 265
No
40
Facility 40
MS AVG 33
Rank #138 / 319
Private Rooms--Rhonda Nettles
Lakeland Seniors Apartments
IL
Jackson (Fondren)
-No
52
Facility 52
MS AVG 33
Rank #71 / 319
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed---
Belhaven Senior Care
IL
AL
MC
NH
Jackson (Belhaven)
60
Facility 60
MS AVG 70
Rank #121 / 265
No
74
Facility 74
MS AVG 33
Rank #5 / 319
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Traceway Retirement Community
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Tupelo (West Main Street)
140
Facility 140
MS AVG 70
Rank #14 / 265
Yes
43
Facility 43
MS AVG 33
Rank #122 / 319
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms---
The Claiborne at Hattiesburg Assisted Living
IL
AL
MC
Hattiesburg (Whispering Pines Boulevard)
80
Facility 80
MS AVG 70
Rank #97 / 265
Yes
6
Facility 6
MS AVG 33
Rank #263 / 319
Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed--Vi, LLC
Lighthouse
IL
AL
MC
Ocean Springs
132
Facility 132
MS AVG 70
Rank #18 / 265
Yes
80
Facility 80
MS AVG 33
Rank #1 / 319
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Aldersgate Retirement Community
IL
AL
Meridian
89
Facility 89
MS AVG 70
Rank #87 / 265
Yes
-
Facility -
MS AVG 33
Rank #285 / 319
2 Bed / 3 Bed--Robyn Stephens
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Overview of Summerfield Senior Living of Gulfport

Summerfield Senior Living of Gulfport is an assisted living, independent living, and memory care community that Ryan Marcomb operates at 14744 N Swan Rd in Gulfport, Mississippi. It offers residential options in studio, one-, and two-bedroom floor plans in a 61-bed facility.

The car-dependent location in Gulfport has limited nearby walkable options for errands or activities, so families and occupants must plan for transportation needs when visiting or managing daily activities outside the home. As an assisted living, independent living, and memory care provider, Summerfield Senior Living of Gulfport caters to older adults at different levels of care needs. Residents in assisted living get support with daily activities, while independent living residents enjoy a residential setting with community services and dining access. The facility likewise offers memory care services for occupants with cognitive decline or Alzheimer’s disease.

The facility provides a multi-level care setting in a supportive community environment. This lets residents stay in the same community as their care needs change.

Contact Summerfield Senior Living of Gulfport

Overview of Trinity Place Personal Care

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.

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Overview of Riggs Manor Retirement Community

Riggs Manor Retirement Community sits at 2300 Seven Springs Road just outside Raymond, Mississippi, offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care under one roof. The 94-bed community is owned and operated by United Methodist Senior Services Inc. The neighborhood carries a Walk Score of 37, described as somewhat walkable, meaning a handful of nearby services are reachable on foot while most errands call for a car.

Residents have access to rehabilitation services and respite care, along with a doctor on staff and nursing services around the clock. The community’s Memory Support program addresses residents who need specialized cognitive care. A 24-hour emergency response system with a wireless pendant gives residents and families an added layer of security throughout the day and night.

Faith-based programming runs through the community’s identity, with a weekly worship service and Bible study paired with ongoing pastoral care. Residents can also take part in the Green House Homes model, along with the Bridge to Home and Bridge to Better transition programs, plus Senior Rx and Meals on Wheels support. A fitness center, a patio, and walking paths around the property’s lake give residents places to stay active or simply spend time outdoors. A guest room is available to rent for visiting family, and the community welcomes pets.

Raymond sits in Hinds County in central Mississippi, with Mississippi Baptist Medical Center and Central Mississippi Medical Center serving as the nearest acute-care hospitals should residents need advanced medical attention beyond what the community provides on-site.

Contact Riggs Manor Retirement Community

Overview of Magnolia Village Assisted Living

MV Natchez, Inc. operates Magnolia Village Assisted Living, a 46-bed community at 311 Highland Boulevard in Natchez, Mississippi. Under one roof, the property covers assisted living, independent living, memory care, adult day care, and respite services, a spread that lets a family’s needs shift without forcing a move somewhere else. The neighborhood is moderately walkable, with a Walk Score of 64 that puts some errands within reach on foot, and Merit Health Natchez sits close by as the area’s main acute-care resource.

Rooms can be furnished or left as residents prefer, and daily support covers medication assistance, housekeeping, and laundry. Scheduled transportation runs for residents who need to get around Natchez, and licensed nurses are on-site to handle day-to-day medical needs. An activity and exercise program keeps residents engaged, and all utilities are folded into the arrangement rather than billed separately.

The adult day care program stands apart from the residential offering, giving families a daytime option for a parent who still lives at home. Respite care fills a different gap: short-term coverage when a regular caregiver needs time away. Memory care sits within the same building as everything else, so a resident whose needs change does not need to switch communities. Pets are welcome, which matters more than it might seem for residents leaving behind a longtime companion animal.

At $2,000 a month, Magnolia Village lands on the lower end of assisted living pricing for the region. Between the five care types, the respite option, and the day program, the community works for families sorting through several different levels of support before settling on one.

Contact Magnolia Village Assisted Living

Overview of SummerHouse Bay Cove

SummerHouse Bay Cove sits on the waterfront in Biloxi, Mississippi, about 8.5 miles from the city center in Harrison County. The 142-bed community, owned by Biloxi Opco I, LLC, offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care under one roof. A Walk Score of 6 means most errands call for a car rather than a walk.

Staffing runs around the clock, and respite stays give families a short-term option when they need one. Memory care operates through a named track called GLOW Memory Care, so that population has a defined program rather than a generalized approach folded into standard assisted living.

The rest of daily life is organized into branded programs. Sensations covers dining, Celebrations runs activities and events, and Dimensions handles health and fitness. Connections manages transportation, Impressions covers housekeeping and maintenance, and Expressions Concierge takes on day-to-day requests. A Military Veterans Program rounds out the offering, worth noting for households with a service background.

Three levels of care under a single roof, paired with round-the-clock staffing and this many named programs, points to a community built for continuity. A resident could move from independent living into assisted living or memory care without changing addresses, which is the kind of structural detail that matters most for families planning years ahead rather than months.

Contact SummerHouse Bay Cove

Overview of Sea Song – Bay Saint Louis

Sea Song – Bay Saint Louis is an independent living and assisted living community in Bay St. Louis, Mississippi, sitting about four miles from the center of town along Highway 603. The community is housed in a single-story building, which removes stairs and elevators from daily life and tends to suit residents who want an easy, level path from their door to the dining room or the pool. Housing options include private and semi-private rooms as well as senior apartments, with a range of floor plans that gives families some flexibility in matching a space to a budget and a level of independence.

Daily support comes from a 24-hour staff and a concierge service, so someone is on hand around the clock for both routine requests and after-hours needs. Transportation services handle trips into town for appointments, errands, and outings, which matters here: the surrounding area is car-dependent, scoring 8 out of 100 for walkability. For residents who no longer drive, that scheduled transportation is often the difference between staying connected to the community and depending on family for every trip.

Life at Sea Song is built around a full activity calendar. Residents can take part in arts and crafts, group outings, religious services, and health and wellness programming, alongside fitness and recreation offerings on site. The swimming pool serves as both an exercise option and a gathering spot, and Wi-Fi throughout the community keeps residents in touch with family and their own interests online. Ample parking makes visiting straightforward for family and friends who come by regularly.

Sea Song operates as a no-pet community, which is worth knowing early for anyone weighing a move with an animal. For families in the Gulf Coast area, the combination of single-story living, round-the-clock staffing, and organized transportation makes it a practical option to look at closely.

Contact Sea Song – Bay Saint Louis

Overview of Northview Villa Personal Care

Barbara Hancock owns and operates Northview Villa Personal Care, which is a 40-bed community located in Laurel, Mississippi, that offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in one place. The community is located at 625 Northview Drive in Jones County, and it stays near the South Mississippi Community Hospital for any urgent medical needs. Because Laurel has a walkability score of 54, residents and their families can easily walk to some local places to run errands without needing a car for every single trip.

Personal care is the most important part of life at this community, and because residents receive help 24 hours a day, they have support during every part of the week. Since therapy services are provided on-site, residents can receive rehabilitation and wellness care without having to travel across town. The community also offers memory care, which provides the same level of support to residents who need more structure and attention, all while letting them stay in the same place instead of moving.

The daily calendar focuses on music, cooking, and exercise, which helps residents stay connected throughout the week instead of just joining in on rare occasions. Residents can also use the scheduled group transportation to go to appointments and outings, meaning they do not have to rely on a family member’s schedule to get around. By hosting cultural events and cooking classes, the community creates social opportunities for people to come together for reasons that go beyond just meals or medication.

If you would like to tour the facility, it is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, and Saturday visits can be arranged if you make an appointment. This schedule shows that it is a smaller, hands-on operation where the owner is involved with the building, rather than just being managed by a large, distant company. For families in Laurel who need personal care, memory care, and independent living, Northview Villa offers all those choices under one locally run roof.

Contact Northview Villa Personal Care

Covington Ridge

100 Covington Ridge Place, Collins, MS 39428
Overview of Covington Ridge

In Covington County sits Covington Ridge, a 36-bed assisted living and independent living community at 100 Covington Ridge Place in Collins, Mississippi. Hank Lott owns the property. A somewhat walkable pocket of town is where the community lands, earning a Walk Score of 49. Some errands are reachable on foot, but most still call for a car.

Two hospitals give the area a measure of acute-care coverage nearby: Lawrence County Hospital and Pearl River Community Hospital. For families weighing proximity to emergency or specialist care, that’s a meaningful detail. A smaller-town setting is what Collins offers overall, tucked into the southeastern part of the state rather than near a metro center.

Thirty-six beds puts Covington Ridge on the smaller end of the spectrum. Scale like this often means staff have more room to know residents individually, a tradeoff some families weigh directly against the broader amenity sets that larger communities can offer. Owner-operated and modest in size, Covington Ridge fits families looking for a straightforward, community-scaled option in Covington County rather than a large campus setting.

Contact Covington Ridge

The Orchard

600 South Pear Orchard Road, Ridgeland, MS 39157
Overview of The Orchard

You will certainly need a car for most outings because the area has a Walk Score of 3, even though the facility is about 1.6 miles from the city center and is located at 600 South Pear Orchard Road. Jackson Metro owns this 106-bed place in Ridgeland, Mississippi, which was built with the goal of letting people stay in one home even when their needs shift over time.

Because the facility has memory care, assisted living, and independent living, families can change a loved one’s level of care without moving them to a different place entirely. Although residents are able to choose from social gatherings, spiritual options, and wellness classes, the day is anchored by restaurant-style food, which is paired with support services that keep the daily calendar full of activities.

Families who are looking for a place for a parent to live for many years will find that the next step of care is located just down the hall, which saves them the stress of having to move, even though respite care and rehab stays are offered for shorter periods. This building was made so that people do not have to leave when they get older and need more help from the workers who stay there every single day and night to provide support for every person.

Contact The Orchard

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.

Contact Atwood Personal Care Home

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 41 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.