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Best Nursing Homes in Mississippi

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 119 nursing homes in Mississippi using Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in MS
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Avg Overall CMS Rating: 2.6/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Mississippi. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating: 3.5/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Mississippi. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating: 2.8/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Mississippi. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.0/ 5

Compare Nursing Homes around Mississippi

The information below is reported by the Mississippi State Department of Health, Bureau of Health Facilities Licensure.

90 facilities compared · CMS & MS Dept. of Health data

Gulfport Care Center
NH
HC
MC
Gulfport
90
Facility 90
MS AVG 70
Rank #81 / 267
82.2%
Facility 82.2%
MS AVG 82.3%
Rank #72 / 121
0%
4.67
Facility 4.67
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #43 / 117
-28%+1%
$24.3k
Facility $24.3k
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #91 / 121
24
Facility 24
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #92 / 120
6.0
Facility 6.0
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #108 / 120
570-
9
Facility 9
MS AVG 33
Rank #248 / 319
Gerard And Alison Danos Childrens Tr
$8.6M
Facility $8.6M
MS AVG $9.6M
Rank #86 / 113
$3.7M
Facility $3.7M
MS AVG $3.5M
Rank #46 / 113
43.7%
Facility 43.7%
MS AVG 37.9%
Rank #15 / 113
255341
Woodland Village Nursing Center
NH
HC
IL
MC
PC
RC
Diamondhead
132
Facility 132
MS AVG 70
Rank #19 / 267
82.6%
Facility 82.6%
MS AVG 82.3%
Rank #70 / 121
0%
5.03
Facility 5.03
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #31 / 117
-73%+9%
$0
Facility $0
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #1 / 121
18
Facility 18
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #68 / 120
4.5
Facility 4.5
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #81 / 120
-105-
40
Facility 40
MS AVG 33
Rank #138 / 319
City Of Gulfport
$14.3M
Facility $14.3M
MS AVG $9.6M
Rank #11 / 113
$5.4M
Facility $5.4M
MS AVG $3.5M
Rank #5 / 113
37.5%
Facility 37.5%
MS AVG 37.9%
Rank #25 / 113
255163
The Pillars of Biloxi
NH
HC
NC
RC
Biloxi
180
Facility 180
MS AVG 70
Rank #3 / 267
85.0%
Facility 85.0%
MS AVG 82.3%
Rank #65 / 121
+3%
3.75
Facility 3.75
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #92 / 117
+18%-19%
$47.7k
Facility $47.7k
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #103 / 121
41
Facility 41
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #116 / 120
5.9
Facility 5.9
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #107 / 120
5150-
27
Facility 27
MS AVG 33
Rank #188 / 319
Community Living Centers, LLC
$13.7M
Facility $13.7M
MS AVG $9.6M
Rank #9 / 113
$7.3M
Facility $7.3M
MS AVG $3.5M
Rank #7 / 113
52.9%
Facility 52.9%
MS AVG 37.9%
Rank #42 / 113
255093
Community Place
NH
NC
Brandon
60
Facility 60
MS AVG 70
Rank #122 / 267
98.3%
Facility 98.3%
MS AVG 82.3%
Rank #4 / 121
+19%
6.02
Facility 6.02
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #6 / 117
-59%+30%
$0
Facility $0
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #1 / 121
15
Facility 15
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #48 / 120
5.0
Facility 5.0
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #93 / 120
-54-
16
Facility 16
MS AVG 33
Rank #223 / 319
Community Place
$6.9M
Facility $6.9M
MS AVG $9.6M
Rank #82 / 113
$3.9M
Facility $3.9M
MS AVG $3.5M
Rank #52 / 113
56.3%
Facility 56.3%
MS AVG 37.9%
Rank #23 / 113
255285
Traceway Retirement Community
NH
AL
IL
MC
Tupelo (West Main Street)
140
Facility 140
MS AVG 70
Rank #15 / 267
92.1%
Facility 92.1%
MS AVG 82.3%
Rank #33 / 121
+12%
5.85
Facility 5.85
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #8 / 117
-43%+26%
$24.9k
Facility $24.9k
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #93 / 121
17
Facility 17
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #62 / 120
2.8
Facility 2.8
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #19 / 120
1129-
43
Facility 43
MS AVG 33
Rank #122 / 319
United Methodist Senior Services Health Care, Inc
$16.3M
Facility $16.3M
MS AVG $9.6M
Rank #2 / 113
$8.9M
Facility $8.9M
MS AVG $3.5M
Rank #2 / 113
54.6%
Facility 54.6%
MS AVG 37.9%
Rank #36 / 113
255309
Pleasant Hills Community Living Center
NH
HC
NC
RC
Jackson (Bradie)
100
Facility 100
MS AVG 70
Rank #68 / 267
87.0%
Facility 87.0%
MS AVG 82.3%
Rank #56 / 121
+6%
4.03
Facility 4.03
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #80 / 117
-3%-13%
$75.3k
Facility $75.3k
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #110 / 121
22
Facility 22
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #89 / 120
2.8
Facility 2.8
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #19 / 120
283A+
30
Facility 30
MS AVG 33
Rank #176 / 319
Landa Oglesby
$9.6M
Facility $9.6M
MS AVG $9.6M
Rank #44 / 113
$5.0M
Facility $5.0M
MS AVG $3.5M
Rank #36 / 113
51.4%
Facility 51.4%
MS AVG 37.9%
Rank #40 / 113
255112
DeSoto Healthcare Center
NH
HC
PC
RC
Southaven (Brook Hollow)
120
Facility 120
MS AVG 70
Rank #23 / 267
75.8%
Facility 75.8%
MS AVG 82.3%
Rank #95 / 121
-8%
4.54
Facility 4.54
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #57 / 117
-30%-2%
$9.3k
Facility $9.3k
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #70 / 121
17
Facility 17
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #62 / 120
2.8
Facility 2.8
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #19 / 120
291A+
25
Facility 25
MS AVG 33
Rank #196 / 319
Desoto Healthcare Inc
$10.6M
Facility $10.6M
MS AVG $9.6M
Rank #13 / 113
$5.0M
Facility $5.0M
MS AVG $3.5M
Rank #20 / 113
47.4%
Facility 47.4%
MS AVG 37.9%
Rank #79 / 113
255296
Forrest General Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit
NH
AL
MC
Hattiesburg (Parkhaven)
29
Facility 29
MS AVG 70
Rank #219 / 267
--
8.64
Facility 8.64
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #1 / 117
+89%+87%
$0
Facility $0
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #1 / 121
3
Facility 3
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #2 / 120
1.0
Facility 1.0
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #1 / 120
-27-
67
Facility 67
MS AVG 33
Rank #19 / 319
----255335
Poplar Springs Nursing Center
NH
MC
Meridian
89
Facility 89
MS AVG 70
Rank #88 / 267
--
5.00
Facility 5.00
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #31 / 117
+20%+8%
$0
Facility $0
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #1 / 121
20
Facility 20
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #78 / 120
3.3
Facility 3.3
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #35 / 120
-17-
0
Facility 0
MS AVG 33
Rank #294 / 319
Shelley Hale
$8.7M
Facility $8.7M
MS AVG $9.6M
Rank #55 / 113
$4.4M
Facility $4.4M
MS AVG $3.5M
Rank #39 / 113
50.8%
Facility 50.8%
MS AVG 37.9%
Rank #32 / 113
255315
River Chase Village
NH
RC
Gautier
60
Facility 60
MS AVG 70
Rank #122 / 267
91.7%
Facility 91.7%
MS AVG 82.3%
Rank #35 / 121
+11%
4.06
Facility 4.06
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #72 / 117
-56%-12%
$0
Facility $0
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #1 / 121
16
Facility 16
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #54 / 120
4.0
Facility 4.0
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #67 / 120
254-
35
Facility 35
MS AVG 33
Rank #160 / 319
River Chase Village, Inc
$6.4M
Facility $6.4M
MS AVG $9.6M
Rank #78 / 113
$3.1M
Facility $3.1M
MS AVG $3.5M
Rank #99 / 113
48.1%
Facility 48.1%
MS AVG 37.9%
Rank #83 / 113
255289
Tunica Nursing Home
NH
Tunica
60
Facility 60
MS AVG 70
Rank #122 / 267
78.3%
Facility 78.3%
MS AVG 82.3%
Rank #85 / 121
-5%
5.82
Facility 5.82
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #11 / 117
+7%+26%
$63.3k
Facility $63.3k
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #107 / 121
17
Facility 17
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #62 / 120
3.4
Facility 3.4
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #45 / 120
549-
49
Facility 49
MS AVG 33
Rank #87 / 319
Tunica Property LLC
$5.6M
Facility $5.6M
MS AVG $9.6M
Rank #88 / 113
$3.0M
Facility $3.0M
MS AVG $3.5M
Rank #87 / 113
53.6%
Facility 53.6%
MS AVG 37.9%
Rank #41 / 113
255334
Landmark of DeSoto
NH
HC
MC
PC
Horn Lake
60
Facility 60
MS AVG 70
Rank #122 / 267
76.2%
Facility 76.2%
MS AVG 82.3%
Rank #94 / 121
-7%
3.86
Facility 3.86
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #86 / 117
+12%-17%
$10.5k
Facility $10.5k
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #77 / 121
13
Facility 13
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #38 / 120
4.3
Facility 4.3
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #75 / 120
252A+
60
Facility 60
MS AVG 33
Rank #37 / 319
John Falkner
$7.0M
Facility $7.0M
MS AVG $9.6M
Rank #111 / 113
$3.4M
Facility $3.4M
MS AVG $3.5M
Rank #63 / 113
48%
Facility 48%
MS AVG 37.9%
Rank #1 / 113
255281
Vaiden Community Living Center
NH
HC
NC
RC
Vaiden
60
Facility 60
MS AVG 70
Rank #122 / 267
96.7%
Facility 96.7%
MS AVG 82.3%
Rank #7 / 121
+17%
3.95
Facility 3.95
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #86 / 117
+24%-15%
$0
Facility $0
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #1 / 121
15
Facility 15
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #48 / 120
3.8
Facility 3.8
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #61 / 120
158A+
19
Facility 19
MS AVG 33
Rank #216 / 319
Kelly Mann
$6.1M
Facility $6.1M
MS AVG $9.6M
Rank #70 / 113
$2.6M
Facility $2.6M
MS AVG $3.5M
Rank #106 / 113
43%
Facility 43%
MS AVG 37.9%
Rank #105 / 113
255283
Plaza Community Living Center
NH
HC
NC
RC
Pascagoula
100
Facility 100
MS AVG 70
Rank #68 / 267
92.0%
Facility 92.0%
MS AVG 82.3%
Rank #34 / 121
+12%
3.79
Facility 3.79
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #92 / 117
+97%-18%
$79.6k
Facility $79.6k
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #115 / 121
22
Facility 22
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #89 / 120
7.3
Facility 7.3
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #115 / 120
486A+
61
Facility 61
MS AVG 33
Rank #30 / 319
Michael Crump
$8.7M
Facility $8.7M
MS AVG $9.6M
Rank #53 / 113
$4.4M
Facility $4.4M
MS AVG $3.5M
Rank #51 / 113
50.7%
Facility 50.7%
MS AVG 37.9%
Rank #52 / 113
255207
Courtyards Community Living Center
NH
HC
NC
RC
Fulton
66
Facility 66
MS AVG 70
Rank #115 / 267
90.9%
Facility 90.9%
MS AVG 82.3%
Rank #43 / 121
+10%
3.81
Facility 3.81
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #92 / 117
-6%-18%
$117.7k
Facility $117.7k
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #118 / 121
39
Facility 39
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #114 / 120
6.5
Facility 6.5
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #113 / 120
1158A+
50
Facility 50
MS AVG 33
Rank #83 / 319
Clc Of Fulton, LLC
$6.4M
Facility $6.4M
MS AVG $9.6M
Rank #72 / 113
$2.9M
Facility $2.9M
MS AVG $3.5M
Rank #89 / 113
45.8%
Facility 45.8%
MS AVG 37.9%
Rank #80 / 113
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Overview of Gulfport Care Center

Gulfport Care Center is a vibrant and esteemed community that upholds the highest standards in nursing home care. With a focus on delivering exceptional quality care, they provide a wide range of services tailored to meet the unique needs of their residents. From skilled nursing and memory care to rehabilitation and hospice care, the home is dedicated to ensuring the well-being and comfort of every individual under their care.

At Gulfport Care Center, nursing home care is approached with unwavering commitment and compassion. Their experienced team of medical professionals provides comprehensive care, including wound care, IV therapy, pain management, medication administration, and hospice care, ensuring that residents receive the utmost attention and support for their health needs. The center actively participates in nursing home quality measures to ensure that residents’ safety, well-being, and satisfaction are always prioritized. This dedication to excellence is reflected in every aspect of their services, creating an environment where residents can flourish and families can have peace of mind.

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Overview of St. Catherine‘s Village

St. Catherine’s Village offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere that ensures a service delivered with compassion and respect. The retirement home provides independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing, creating a vibrant atmosphere for seniors to maintain their independence and individuality. St. Catherine Village’s residential life is focused on the holistic wellness of its residents to optimize their fullest potential.

Community amenities help residents do as they please, thanks to services such as housekeeping, physical therapy, memory care, restaurant-style dining, maintenance-free living, short-term stays available, spiritual programs, specialized activities, and educational and social engagements.

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Overview of Bedford Care Center of Petal

Bedford Care Center of Petal is nestled in the heart of Petal, Mississippi. This skilled nursing facility boasts 60 beds and finds its home in a wooded neighborhood, offering a retreat for its residents. Built with love in 2005, the home takes pride in providing wonderful amenities for both residents and their families to relish. A tailored plan of care is crafted to meet each individual’s needs, with a dedicated focus on enhancing their functionality every day.

Comprehensive services, including occupational, speech, and physical therapies, pharmacy services, and nursing and physician care, ensure residents receive the utmost attention and support, meeting nursing home requirements. Additionally, Bedford Care Center of Petal offers specialized Alzheimer’s and dementia care, extending compassionate guidance to those in need, and providing counseling for memory care benefits. With a keen eye on residents’ well-being, they ensure that every aspect of their care meets the highest standards, making Bedford Care Center of Petal a haven of comfort and support.

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Overview of Trend Health and Rehab of Meridian

Trend Health & Rehab, located in Meridian, Mississippi, offers a specialized 58-bed facility with private rooms. Their comprehensive therapy services include in-house physical, occupational, and speech therapy, along with balance training, fall safety, and community transition training.

In the field of nursing services, they provide catheter care, pain management, IV therapy, hospice and palliative care, ostomy care, dialysis, and diabetes management, among other services. The community features an emergency generator and offers in-house physician visits, podiatry services, dental care, and beauty and barber services, ensuring residents receive top-notch care and convenience.

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Overview of Bedford Alzheimer‘s Care Center

Bedford Alzheimer’s Care Center is an assisted living community that stands as a recipient of the prestigious 2019 Bronze – Commitment to Quality Award, showcasing its unwavering commitment to enhancing the lives of residents through exceptional care. As a center specializing in memory care, Bedford Alzheimer’s Care Center is devoted to providing specialized support for individuals facing memory care issues, dementia, and Alzheimer’s Disease. 

This community divides its facility into three separate households where residents find their home. Each household is staffed with a dedicated team trained specifically in addressing memory care challenges. Residents and their families can cherish moments outdoors in the enclosed courtyard, featuring a serene circular walking path that fosters a sense of tranquility. At Bedford Alzheimer’s Care Center, individualized care takes precedence in a nurturing and affectionate environment. The dedicated staff goes above and beyond to ensure resident comfort and enhance their overall quality of life. With a focus on memory care, the center provides the support and attention necessary to meet the unique needs of residents facing cognitive challenges.

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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 Bedford Care Center of Hattiesburg

Bedford Care Center of Hattiesburg is a nursing home care facility hidden behind Forest General Hospital. This home boasts a 120-bed skilled nursing center, where residents can relish in the splendid common areas. Gardens adorned with a grand gazebo, flower beds, and manicured lawns create a captivating ambiance for all to enjoy. With meticulous maintenance and an enclosed courtyard, the facility exudes a peaceful atmosphere, reflecting exceptional nursing home quality measures.

Beyond the tranquil surroundings, Bedford Care Center of Hattiesburg takes pride in its top-notch rehabilitation unit. Here, an aggressive therapy program is offered in well-equipped rooms, ensuring residents receive the care and support on their path to recovery. This esteemed community has earned recognition for its unwavering dedication to enhancing lives, earning multiple prestigious awards for its outstanding commitment to resident well-being.

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Overview of Lakeview Nursing Center

Lakeview Nursing Center, nestled in the heart of Gulfport, Mississippi, is not only known for its exceptional care but also for its commitment to upholding nursing home rules and regulations. The dedicated team at Lakeview ensures that every aspect of care meets the highest standards set by regulatory bodies, providing residents and their families with peace of mind. Since its establishment in 1994,the home has been dedicated to providing outstanding care.

The highly experienced staff at Lakeview Nursing Center is committed to delivering top-notch care to residents, creating a safe and nurturing environment. With 24-hour nurse coverage and convenient transportation services for resident appointments, they prioritize the well-being and convenience of each individual. Additionally, specialized care, such as dialysis care and therapeutic diet management, is meticulously catered to meet the unique needs of residents. The environment at Lakeview Nursing Center is also meticulously maintained, radiating warmth and cleanliness. The dedicated staff members are the heart and soul of the center, always ready to lend a helping hand and make every resident’s journey easier.

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Overview of Quitman County Health and Rehab Center

Quitman County Health and Rehab Center is a dedicated nursing home in Marks, MS, that offers rehabilitaiton and skilled nursing. Here, residents do not have to worry about their healthcare needs with a wide range of care options available around the clock. This nursing home also participates in Medicare and Medicaid to ease financial burdens.

To improve residents’ living experiences, therapeutic services, including physical, occupational, and speech therapy, are provided. With fun social events and engaging recreational programs, residents are encouraged to participate nad connect with their peers. This pet-friendly nursing home is a good option for older adults seeking a wide range of care to reach their potential in retirement.

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Overview of Hattiesburg Health & Rehab

Hattiesburg Health and Rehab is one of the trusted skilled nursing facility in the city. The nursing home inspires residents to grow as better individuals through their enhanced lifestyle in a vibrant and positive environment by offering long-term nursing home services, short-term care, and rehabilitation. Residents can feel confident knowing it is filled with safe, comfortable, and therapeutic service for a rejuvenating recovery experience. 

Hattiesburg Health and Rehab is an 184-bed facility that offers various nursing care services and a memory care support program. Featured accommodations include therapy (speech, occupational, physical), pain management, wound care, tracheostomy care, joint-replacement rehabilitation, stroke rehabilitation, and cardio-pulmonary rehabilitation.

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.

  • CMS data
  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

  • Includes
  • Overall Rating
  • Health Inspection
  • QM Rating
  • Long-Stay QM
  • Short-Stay QM
02

Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

  • Includes
  • Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
  • RN vs State
  • Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
  • RN Turnover
03

Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • Citations
  • Citations/Inspection
  • Severe Citations
  • Fines
  • Accreditations
04

Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy vs State
  • Avg Length of Stay
  • Revenue
  • Payroll %
  • Years in Operation
  • Admin Tenure
05

Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • BBB Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Mississippi

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Mississippi?

Assisted living in Mississippi is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Mississippi Medicaid cover nursing home care?

Yes — Mississippi Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.

What is nursing home care?

Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.

How many nursing homes are listed on this page?

This page features 119 nursing homes in Mississippi. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home 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 nursing homes 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.