Best Nursing Homes in Mississippi

Updated Feb 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.

Government Data for Nursing Homes in Mississippi: Salaries, Revenues, Occupancy Rates, Ownership.

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43 facilities compared · CMS & MS Dept. of Health data · Updated Apr 2026

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Gulfport Care Center		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. 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).	Gulfport	90	82.2% Facility 82.2% MS AVG 82.3%	0%	4.67 Facility 4.67 MS AVG 4.63 Rank #36 / 108				-55%	+1%	3 Facility 3 MS AVG 1.1	24 Facility 24 MS AVG 16.9	6.0 Facility 6.0 MS AVG 3.8	5 Facility 5 MS AVG 2.1	65	-	9 Facility 9 MS AVG 28 Rank #38 / 44	Gerard And Alison Danos Childrens Tr	$6.9M Facility $6.9M MS AVG $9.6M Rank #79 / 109	$3.2M Facility $3.2M MS AVG $3.5M Rank #55 / 109	46.8% Facility 46.8% MS AVG 37.9% Rank #17 / 109	255341
Bedford Care Center of Petal		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. 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).	Petal	60	95.0% Facility 95.0% MS AVG 82.3%	+15%	5.42 Facility 5.42 MS AVG 4.63 Rank #14 / 108				+2%	+17%	1 Facility 1 MS AVG 1.1	5 Facility 5 MS AVG 16.9	1.7 Facility 1.7 MS AVG 3.8	0 Facility 0 MS AVG 2.1	53	-	27 Facility 27 MS AVG 28 Rank #23 / 44	Bedford Health Properties, Llc	$8.7M Facility $8.7M MS AVG $9.6M Rank #59 / 109	$2.5M Facility $2.5M MS AVG $3.5M Rank #78 / 109	29.3% Facility 29.3% MS AVG 37.9% Rank #96 / 109	255149
Bedford Alzheimer‘s Care Center	-	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. 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).	Hattiesburg	60	98.3% Facility 98.3% MS AVG 82.3%	+19%	- Facility - MS AVG 4.63	-	-	-	-	-	0 Facility 0 MS AVG 1.1	0 Facility 0 MS AVG 16.9	0.0 Facility 0.0 MS AVG 3.8	0 Facility 0 MS AVG 2.1	59	-	11 Facility 11 MS AVG 28	-	- Facility - MS AVG $9.6M	- Facility - MS AVG $3.5M	- Facility - MS AVG 37.9%	-
Trend Health and Rehab of Meridian		HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary. 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).	Meridian	58	91.7% Facility 91.7% MS AVG 82.3%	+11%	5.68 Facility 5.68 MS AVG 4.63 Rank #12 / 108				+19%	+23%	1 Facility 1 MS AVG 1.1	11 Facility 11 MS AVG 16.9	3.7 Facility 3.7 MS AVG 3.8	0 Facility 0 MS AVG 2.1	53	-	37 Facility 37 MS AVG 28 Rank #18 / 44	Holliday, Jacquelin	$8.7M Facility $8.7M MS AVG $9.6M Rank #56 / 109	$2.3M Facility $2.3M MS AVG $3.5M Rank #90 / 109	26.4% Facility 26.4% MS AVG 37.9% Rank #103 / 109	255348
Bedford Care Center of Hattiesburg		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. 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).	Hattiesburg (Medical Boulevard)	120	73.3% Facility 73.3% MS AVG 82.3%	-11%	4.53 Facility 4.53 MS AVG 4.63 Rank #47 / 108				-33%	-2%	1 Facility 1 MS AVG 1.1	9 Facility 9 MS AVG 16.9	3.0 Facility 3.0 MS AVG 3.8	0 Facility 0 MS AVG 2.1	86	-	54 Facility 54 MS AVG 28 Rank #5 / 44	-	$12.8M Facility $12.8M MS AVG $9.6M Rank #20 / 109	$4.1M Facility $4.1M MS AVG $3.5M Rank #31 / 109	32.2% Facility 32.2% MS AVG 37.9% Rank #75 / 109	255158
Quitman County Health and Rehab Center		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).	Marks (Getwell Drive)	60	83.3% Facility 83.3% MS AVG 82.3%	+1%	5.30 Facility 5.30 MS AVG 4.63 Rank #17 / 108				-23%	+14%	0 Facility 0 MS AVG 1.1	10 Facility 10 MS AVG 16.9	3.3 Facility 3.3 MS AVG 3.8	0 Facility 0 MS AVG 2.1	45	-	22 Facility 22 MS AVG 28 Rank #29 / 44	Campbell, Ashley	$6.2M Facility $6.2M MS AVG $9.6M Rank #95 / 109	$2.3M Facility $2.3M MS AVG $3.5M Rank #91 / 109	36.7% Facility 36.7% MS AVG 37.9% Rank #50 / 109	255344
Hattiesburg Health & Rehab		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. 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).	Hattiesburg (Bay Street)	184	78.8% Facility 78.8% MS AVG 82.3%	-4%	4.79 Facility 4.79 MS AVG 4.63 Rank #31 / 108				-32%	+3%	1 Facility 1 MS AVG 1.1	14 Facility 14 MS AVG 16.9	3.5 Facility 3.5 MS AVG 3.8	1 Facility 1 MS AVG 2.1	140	-	57 Facility 57 MS AVG 28 Rank #4 / 44	Mohp, Llc	$18.3M Facility $18.3M MS AVG $9.6M Rank #5 / 109	$7.1M Facility $7.1M MS AVG $3.5M Rank #6 / 109	38.9% Facility 38.9% MS AVG 37.9% Rank #45 / 109	255321
Memorial Driftwood Nursing Center	-	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. 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).	Gulfport	151	67.5% Facility 67.5% MS AVG 82.3%	-18%	- Facility - MS AVG 4.63	-	-	-	-	-	0 Facility 0 MS AVG 1.1	0 Facility 0 MS AVG 16.9	0.0 Facility 0.0 MS AVG 3.8	0 Facility 0 MS AVG 2.1	102	-	50 Facility 50 MS AVG 28	-	- Facility - MS AVG $9.6M	- Facility - MS AVG $3.5M	- Facility - MS AVG 37.9%	-
Driftwood Nursing Center		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. 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). 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.	Gulfport	151	- Facility - MS AVG 82.3%	-	- Facility - MS AVG 4.63				-	-	0 Facility 0 MS AVG 1.1	0 Facility 0 MS AVG 16.9	0.0 Facility 0.0 MS AVG 3.8	0 Facility 0 MS AVG 2.1	117	-	47 Facility 47 MS AVG 28 Rank #8 / 44	-	- Facility - MS AVG $9.6M	- Facility - MS AVG $3.5M	- Facility - MS AVG 37.9%	255290
North Pointe Health Rehabilitation Services		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. 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).	Meridian	60	90.0% Facility 90.0% MS AVG 82.3%	+9%	6.35 Facility 6.35 MS AVG 4.63 Rank #3 / 108				+30%	+37%	0 Facility 0 MS AVG 1.1	8 Facility 8 MS AVG 16.9	2.7 Facility 2.7 MS AVG 3.8	0 Facility 0 MS AVG 2.1	56	-	13 Facility 13 MS AVG 28 Rank #36 / 44	-	$9.8M Facility $9.8M MS AVG $9.6M Rank #47 / 109	$2.9M Facility $2.9M MS AVG $3.5M Rank #64 / 109	30% Facility 30% MS AVG 37.9% Rank #94 / 109	255340
Claiborne County Senior Care		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).	Port Gibson	75	100.0% Facility 100.0% MS AVG 82.3%	+21%	5.78 Facility 5.78 MS AVG 4.63 Rank #9 / 108				-44%	+25%	0 Facility 0 MS AVG 1.1	9 Facility 9 MS AVG 16.9	3.0 Facility 3.0 MS AVG 3.8	0 Facility 0 MS AVG 2.1	65	-	0 Facility 0 MS AVG 28	Claiborne County Senior Care Llc	$8.7M Facility $8.7M MS AVG $9.6M Rank #58 / 109	$2.9M Facility $2.9M MS AVG $3.5M Rank #67 / 109	33.2% Facility 33.2% MS AVG 37.9% Rank #69 / 109	255192
Trinity Healthcare Center		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).	Columbus (Downs Subdivision)	60	91.7% Facility 91.7% MS AVG 82.3%	+11%	5.79 Facility 5.79 MS AVG 4.63 Rank #9 / 108				-15%	+25%	1 Facility 1 MS AVG 1.1	10 Facility 10 MS AVG 16.9	3.3 Facility 3.3 MS AVG 3.8	2 Facility 2 MS AVG 2.1	55	-	52 Facility 52 MS AVG 28 Rank #6 / 44	United Methodist Senior Services Of Golden Triangle Area, Inc.	$8.9M Facility $8.9M MS AVG $9.6M Rank #55 / 109	$2.9M Facility $2.9M MS AVG $3.5M Rank #65 / 109	32.8% Facility 32.8% MS AVG 37.9% Rank #70 / 109	255222
The Nichols Center		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).	Madison	60	100.0% Facility 100.0% MS AVG 82.3%	+21%	5.12 Facility 5.12 MS AVG 4.63 Rank #22 / 108				+22%	+11%	1 Facility 1 MS AVG 1.1	12 Facility 12 MS AVG 16.9	2.4 Facility 2.4 MS AVG 3.8	4 Facility 4 MS AVG 2.1	56	-	6 Facility 6 MS AVG 28 Rank #42 / 44	Burns, Sharon	$10.0M Facility $10.0M MS AVG $9.6M Rank #41 / 109	$3.3M Facility $3.3M MS AVG $3.5M Rank #50 / 109	33.3% Facility 33.3% MS AVG 37.9% Rank #67 / 109	255304
Bedford Care Center – Monroe Hall		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. 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).	Hattiesburg	80	88.8% Facility 88.8% MS AVG 82.3%	+8%	4.80 Facility 4.80 MS AVG 4.63 Rank #31 / 108				-32%	+4%	0 Facility 0 MS AVG 1.1	14 Facility 14 MS AVG 16.9	2.8 Facility 2.8 MS AVG 3.8	0 Facility 0 MS AVG 2.1	71	-	14 Facility 14 MS AVG 28 Rank #35 / 44	Michael E Mcelroy Sr Estate	$10.0M Facility $10.0M MS AVG $9.6M Rank #39 / 109	$3.3M Facility $3.3M MS AVG $3.5M Rank #52 / 109	32.5% Facility 32.5% MS AVG 37.9% Rank #73 / 109	255297
Pleasant Hills Community Living Center		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).	Jackson (Bradie)	100	87.0% Facility 87.0% MS AVG 82.3%	+6%	4.03 Facility 4.03 MS AVG 4.63 Rank #69 / 108				+2%	-13%	4 Facility 4 MS AVG 1.1	22 Facility 22 MS AVG 16.9	2.8 Facility 2.8 MS AVG 3.8	2 Facility 2 MS AVG 2.1	80	A+	30 Facility 30 MS AVG 28 Rank #22 / 44	Oglesby, Landa	$10.0M Facility $10.0M MS AVG $9.6M Rank #38 / 109	$4.4M Facility $4.4M MS AVG $3.5M Rank #24 / 109	43.8% Facility 43.8% MS AVG 37.9% Rank #21 / 109	255112

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How Assisted Living Magazine Evaluates & Scores Nursing Homes

Assisted Living Magazine ranks nursing homes using a rigorous, data-driven scoring model built specifically for skilled nursing.
Because this care level is regulated, clinical outcomes and compliance carry significantly more weight than transparency or digital presence.
Each community receives a ranking based on the factors below, weighted according to their importance in predicting resident safety, care quality, and long-term stability.

Update cadence: Reviewed quarterly, with prompt updates when new reviews, reports, or complaints are filed.

What We Prioritize Most

The largest share of every nursing home’s score — 45% of the total weighting — comes from clinical and regulatory indicators, including:

Overall, staffing, and inspection ratings
Long-stay and short-stay quality measures
Nurse-to-resident and staff-to-resident ratios
Health deficiencies and regulatory history
Accreditations and positive local news reporting

These factors directly reflect resident safety, care quality, and compliance.

Operational Stability & Resident Support

Another 35% of the score comes from operational and stability signals, such as:

Nurse hours per patient per day
Occupancy levels and cleanliness citations
Administrative stability and ownership quality
Readmission rates and registered-nurse turnover

Balancing Additional Factors

The remaining 20% of the score includes contextual elements such as:

Year built or renovated
Penalties, fines, and preventable readmissions
Revenue per bed
Administrator tenure

These factors help round out the overall picture but carry less weight because our methodology prioritizes clinical outcomes and regulatory consistency above all else.
The result is a clear, data-driven ranking system that elevates nursing homes delivering exceptional care and long-term resident safety.

Frequently Asked Questions

What government services provide money for senior housing?

Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:

Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.

How do you pick the homes you recommend?

Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.

Do you help families that need Medicaid?

Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.

How much does this service cost?

We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up.

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