Page 6 of Best Nursing Homes in Mississippi

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Info below is compiled from CMS reports & the MS State Dept. of Health (MSDH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

The facility name. Click to view the full profile page on Assisted Living Magazine, including photos, services, and contact info.
CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
Care Types in This Table NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The Mississippi average is: 48.0% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
Attala County Nursing Center
NH
HOS
MC
PC
SNF
West Kosciusko
120
Facility 120
MS AVG 87
Rank #16 / 132
85.8%
Facility 85.8%
MS AVG 86.1%
Rank #66 / 108
0%
4.41
Facility 4.41
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #62 / 117
B+ +11%-5%
$0
Facility $0
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #1 / 118
18
Facility 18
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #59 / 114
4.5
Facility 4.5
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #75 / 114
2103-
55
Facility 55
MS AVG 39
Rank #28 / 126
Amy Hood
$9.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG $8.5M
Rank #32 / 111
$5.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG $4.1M
Rank #19 / 111
52.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 52.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG 48%
Rank #28 / 111
255191
The Madison Health and Rehabilitation Center
NH
HOS
PC
RC
SNF
Madison
60
Facility 60
MS AVG 87
Rank #72 / 132
96.3%
Facility 96.3%
MS AVG 86.1%
Rank #14 / 108
+12%
5.50
Facility 5.50
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #18 / 117
C+ +3%+19%
$0
Facility $0
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #1 / 118
25
Facility 25
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #88 / 114
5.0
Facility 5.0
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #87 / 114
-58-
49
Facility 49
MS AVG 39
Rank #44 / 126
Belhaven Senior Care, LLC
$8.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $8.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG $8.5M
Rank #56 / 111
$3.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG $4.1M
Rank #62 / 111
45.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 45.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG 48%
Rank #72 / 111
255276
Diversicare of Eupora
NH
HOS
MC
SNF
Eupora
119
Facility 119
MS AVG 87
Rank #25 / 132
90.3%
Facility 90.3%
MS AVG 86.1%
Rank #46 / 108
+5%
4.21
Facility 4.21
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #82 / 117
B+ +32%-9%
$0
Facility $0
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #1 / 118
31
Facility 31
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #99 / 114
5.2
Facility 5.2
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #91 / 114
-107-
40
Facility 40
MS AVG 39
Rank #69 / 126
Diversicare Of Eupora, LLC
$11.1MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $11.1MFiscal year ending 06/2024
MS AVG $8.5M
Rank #18 / 111
$4.3MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $4.3MFiscal year ending 06/2024
MS AVG $4.1M
Rank #43 / 111
38.6%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 38.6%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
MS AVG 48%
Rank #104 / 111
255117
Greenbriar Nursing Center
NH
SNF
D'iberville
103
Facility 103
MS AVG 87
Rank #43 / 132
78.6%
Facility 78.6%
MS AVG 86.1%
Rank #90 / 108
-9%
4.12
Facility 4.12
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #90 / 117
B- +30%-11%
$0
Facility $0
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #1 / 118
17
Facility 17
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #53 / 114
2.4
Facility 2.4
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #15 / 114
281A+
17
Facility 17
MS AVG 39
Rank #102 / 126
Greenbriar Nursing Center, Inc
$8.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $8.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG $8.5M
Rank #52 / 111
$4.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG $4.1M
Rank #51 / 111
47%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 47%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG 48%
Rank #63 / 111
255323
Mississippi Care Center of Morton
NH
East Morton
120
Facility 120
MS AVG 87
Rank #16 / 132
79.3%
Facility 79.3%
MS AVG 86.1%
Rank #88 / 108
-8%
5.13
Facility 5.13
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #28 / 117
C- -26%+11%
$20.0k
Facility $20.0k
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #91 / 118
24
Facility 24
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #85 / 114
4.0
Facility 4.0
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #67 / 114
295-
51
Facility 51
MS AVG 39
Rank #38 / 126
Scott County Ltc, Inc
$11.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $11.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG $8.5M
Rank #15 / 111
$5.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG $4.1M
Rank #13 / 111
48.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 48.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG 48%
Rank #53 / 111
255250
Lakeland Nursing & Rehab
NH
Jackson
105
Facility 105
MS AVG 87
Rank #37 / 132
85.7%
Facility 85.7%
MS AVG 86.1%
Rank #67 / 108
0%
4.75
Facility 4.75
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #46 / 117
C+ -18%+2%
$8.4k
Facility $8.4k
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #64 / 118
29
Facility 29
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #96 / 114
3.2
Facility 3.2
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #36 / 114
-90-
33
Facility 33
MS AVG 39
Rank #82 / 126
Amanda Winfield
$10.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $10.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG $8.5M
Rank #30 / 111
$4.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG $4.1M
Rank #35 / 111
47.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 47.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG 48%
Rank #62 / 111
255116
Care Center of Laurel
NH
HOS
MC
SNF
Laurel
105
Facility 105
MS AVG 87
Rank #37 / 132
--
4.66
Facility 4.66
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #46 / 117
A- -51%+1%
$0
Facility $0
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #1 / 118
19
Facility 19
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #67 / 114
4.8
Facility 4.8
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #85 / 114
-83-
54
Facility 54
MS AVG 39
Rank #30 / 126
Ronald Loftin
$8.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $8.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG $8.5M
Rank #55 / 111
$4.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG $4.1M
Rank #36 / 111
57.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 57.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG 48%
Rank #4 / 111
255095
Poplar Springs Nursing Center
NH
HOS
MC
PC
SNF
Meridian
89
Facility 89
MS AVG 87
Rank #59 / 132
--
5.64
Facility 5.64
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #15 / 117
A +20%+22%
$0
Facility $0
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #1 / 118
20
Facility 20
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #68 / 114
3.3
Facility 3.3
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #39 / 114
-17--Shelley Hale
$8.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $8.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG $8.5M
Rank #45 / 111
$4.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG $4.1M
Rank #41 / 111
50.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 50.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG 48%
Rank #38 / 111
255315
Highland Home (Madison Community Care Center)
NH
HOS
MC
SNF
Colony Ridgeland
120
Facility 120
MS AVG 87
Rank #16 / 132
90.8%
Facility 90.8%
MS AVG 86.1%
Rank #44 / 108
+5%
3.97
Facility 3.97
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #95 / 117
C- -28%-14%
$10.0k
Facility $10.0k
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #72 / 118
18
Facility 18
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #59 / 114
4.5
Facility 4.5
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #75 / 114
3109-
3
Facility 3
MS AVG 39
Rank #122 / 126
Parkway Center LLC
$12.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $12.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG $8.5M
Rank #9 / 111
$5.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG $4.1M
Rank #11 / 111
45%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 45%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG 48%
Rank #79 / 111
255274
Briar Hill Rest Home
NH
Florence
60
Facility 60
MS AVG 87
Rank #72 / 132
90.0%
Facility 90.0%
MS AVG 86.1%
Rank #47 / 108
+5%
4.88
Facility 4.88
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #38 / 117
B+ +23%+5%
$8.8k
Facility $8.8k
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #67 / 118
14
Facility 14
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #40 / 114
2.8
Facility 2.8
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #20 / 114
154-
2
Facility 2
MS AVG 39
Rank #126 / 126
Briar Hill Rest Home, LLC
$6.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG $8.5M
Rank #96 / 111
$3.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG $4.1M
Rank #66 / 111
57.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 57.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG 48%
Rank #9 / 111
255303

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Overview of Attala County Nursing Center

Managed by operator Amy Hood, Attala County Nursing Center is a 120-bed skilled nursing community located on Highway 12 West in Kosciusko, Mississippi. The administrative office accepts multiple standard insurance setups, including Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay options. For visitors, the surrounding area has a walkability score of 55 out of 100, indicating a moderately pedestrian-friendly layout where family members can handle a few basic errands on foot, though a vehicle remains practical for most local trips.

Statistical records highlight an average length of stay of around 421 days, demonstrating an operational emphasis on permanent residential care alongside traditional post-hospital therapy tracks. To handle routine daily medical and personal care needs, the 24-hour staffing framework provides an average of 4 hours of total nursing care per resident each day. This clinical time includes 25 minutes from registered nurses and 2 hours and 19 minutes from nurse aides, with licensed practical nurses balancing the remaining daily shifts.

Oversight files document the facility’s recurring regulatory compliance reviews. State inspection records indicate that the administration handles its daily charting and nursing operations within local licensing guidelines, which keeps the home’s long-term cumulative citations-per-inspection rate at zero.

Families have access to private or semi-private accommodations equipped with building-wide Wi-Fi, cable television hookups, and landscaped outdoor gardens. The campus features a dedicated rehabilitation gym and hydrotherapy spa rooms, with an on-site beauty salon and barbershop to handle personal grooming. Daily living centers on personalized physical recovery loops and dietitian-approved meals, with scheduled religious services, community excursions, room cleaning, and laundry assistance, completing the weekly routine.

Contact Attala County Nursing Center

Overview of The Madison Health and Rehabilitation Center

The Madison Health and Rehabilitation Center provides nursing home and skilled nursing care in Madison, MS, along with hospice, palliative, and respite care. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while nursing home care supports residents who need ongoing nursing oversight and daily assistance.

Hospice and palliative care focus on comfort. Respite care provides a short stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs time away or recovery, giving that caregiver a temporary break while the resident remains in a setting with care available.

The community has 60 beds, with private and semi private rooms. Private rooms suit residents who want their own room, while semi private rooms accommodate two residents sharing a space.

Physical, occupational, and speech therapy support rehabilitation. Programs address cardiac rehabilitation, stroke recovery, falls and balance, swallowing disorders, cognition and memory health, and dementia care.

Total nurse staffing is 5h 30m per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident. Payment options are Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay.

Medicare applies to short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence, while Medicaid may help cover an eligible long stay when personal savings are limited. A salon, outdoor courtyard, and fishing pond give residents access to personal grooming and outdoor spaces.

Matthew Wagner serves as administrator, and Belhaven Senior Care operates the community. The combination of skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and respite care may be a good fit for someone who needs a temporary recovery stay or for a family caregiver who needs a short break.

Contact The Madison Health and Rehabilitation Center

Overview of Diversicare of Eupora

Diversicare of Eupora provides nursing home, hospice care, memory care, and skilled nursing in Eupora, Mississippi. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Hospice care supports residents who need end of life services, making these options suitable for someone whose needs include ongoing medical care, dementia related supervision, or hospice support.

The community has 119 beds. Short stay rehabilitation gives residents a defined period of recovery focused care, while complex medical care addresses more involved medical needs. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 13 minutes per resident per day, representing the recorded daily nurse staffing time assigned to each resident. Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted: Medicaid can help cover eligible long term care, Medicare applies to short term skilled care after a qualifying hospital stay rather than long term residence, and private pay means paying directly for care. A Walk Score of 40 places the area in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride; a resident who no longer drives would need transportation for those trips. Corey Murphy serves as the administrator.

Contact Diversicare of Eupora

Overview of Greenbriar Nursing Center

Greenbriar Nursing Center’s overarching Mission revolves around enhancing the lives of seniors within a warm and homely community, prioritizing respect for personal choices, health promotion, social connections, and independence. Located in Biloxi, Mississippi, this assisted living community is a skilled nursing facility specializing in short-term skilled rehabilitation.
Whether seeking transitional care as a bridge from hospital to home or an extended stay with ongoing support, Greenbriar Nursing Center extends a helping hand to senior residents, ensuring a seamless journey to enhance their well-being. The dedicated staff at Greenbriar Nursing Facility is devoted to delivering exceptional care, operating with a collaborative team of committed professionals from various disciplines.

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Overview of Mississippi Care Center of Morton

Mississippi Care Center of Morton is a nursing home in Morton, MS, providing ongoing nursing care and support with daily needs. As a long-term care facility, it may suit a resident whose health needs require continued nursing oversight rather than short-term assistance.

The center has 120 beds. Total nurse staffing is 5 hours and 8 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident. Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted; Medicaid may help cover a longer stay for an eligible resident, while Medicare generally applies to short-term skilled care after a hospital stay and private pay uses personal funds.

Brittany McCurdy is the administrator, and Scott County LTC operates the center.

Contact Mississippi Care Center of Morton

Overview of Lakeland Nursing & Rehab

Lakeland Nursing & Rehab is a nursing home in Jackson, MS, with licensed nursing support available around the clock. Staff can also assist residents who need ongoing clinical care, so the community may be a good fit for someone whose needs require more than occasional help with daily activities.

Payment options include Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay. Medicaid can help when personal savings may not cover a long stay, while Medicare generally applies to short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 45 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time available for each resident. Amanda Winfield serves as the administrator.

Contact Lakeland Nursing & Rehab

Overview of Care Center of Laurel

Care Center of Laurel is a nursing home offering skilled nursing services, long-term care, and short-term rehabilitation in Laurel, Mississippi. Operated and administered by Ronald Loftin, it accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, providing several ways for families to afford recovery stays and ongoing care. The home has an average stay of 136 days, reflecting a mix of residents recuperating from acute events and those requiring sustained nursing support. The facility currently runs at about 66 percent occupancy, with 69 occupants in the 105-bed community.

The facility gears toward rehabilitation and recovery, with dedicated short-term rehab and therapy services to help occupants regain function post-hospitalization, surgery, or injury. Beyond nursing care, the home offers memory care programming for residents with Alzheimer’s disease and related conditions. Daily nursing care averages 4 hours 32 minutes per resident, with nursing staff split across registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and certified nurse aides working to bolster occupants’ medical and personal needs. The team combines licensed nurse oversight with significant aide time for daily living’s hands-on activities. Dining spotlights nutrition and comfort, with meals carefully prepared and served in a tidy, cozy setting. The surrounding Laurel neighborhood scores moderately on walkability, with access to some nearby amenities, plus services walkable for families and staff.

For families exploring placement options, the occupancy’s capacity may offer flexibility.

Contact Care Center of Laurel

Overview of Poplar Springs Nursing Center

Poplar Springs Nursing Center is an outstanding nursing home in Meridian, MS, that offers rehabilitation and skilled nursing. With its comprehensive care options, residents receive the highest quality of care for their healthcare needs around the clock. The community also participates in Medicare and Medicaid to ease residents’ financial burdens.

Therapy services, including physical, occupational, and speech therapy are also provided to enhance residents’ living experiences. Social events, celebrations, and a variety of recreational opportunities are also conducted to brighten residents’ moods and prevent isolation. Here, residents can reach their potential, accompanied by its wide range of services and nurturing environment.

Contact Poplar Springs Nursing Center

Overview of Highland Home (madison Community Care Center)

Highland Home (Madison Community Care Center) is a 120-bed nursing home at 638 Highland Colony, Ridgeland, Madison County, Mississippi. Jennifer Micello administers. Parkway Center LLC owns the facility. Walk score 3 (car-dependent).

1.6 miles from city center.

The facility offers rehabilitation services and short-term rehab. Dining is described as “nutritious, appetizing meals carefully prepared and served in a clean and comfortable dining room.”

Families should request: staffing model and nursing hours; CMS ratings; complete inspection records; occupancy and census; quality outcome measures; financial statements; care protocols; and amenities.

Contact Highland Home (Madison Community Care Center)

Overview of Briar Hill Rest Home

Receive exceptional care at Briar Hill Rest Home, a compassionate nursing home in Florence, MS, offering skilled nursing and rehabilitation. Here, residents do not have to worry about their personal needs and daily activities with personalized care plans provided around the clock. The community also participates in Medicaid and Medicare to ease older adults’ financial burdens.

Here, residents can celebrate milestones with fun events and enriching programs that highlight their interests and capabilities. Delicious and healthy meals are also served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Residents can keep peace of mind with the community’s dedicated services and extensive amenities.

Contact Briar Hill Rest Home

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. Rank badges compare each home against other nursing homes in the same state — never against assisted living, memory care, or independent living communities.

  • 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
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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 136 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.

Nursing Homes in Mississippi at a glance

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