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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. 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.
Diversicare of Brookhaven
NH
HOS
MC
SNF
Brookhaven
58
Facility 58
MS AVG 87
Rank #123 / 132
87.9%
Facility 87.9%
MS AVG 86.1%
Rank #57 / 108
+2%
4.05
Facility 4.05
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #95 / 117
B+ +11%-13%
$8.8k
Facility $8.8k
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #67 / 118
26
Facility 26
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #92 / 114
3.3
Facility 3.3
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #39 / 114
151-
69
Facility 69
MS AVG 39
Rank #7 / 126
Diversicare Of Brookhaven,
$6.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $6.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
MS AVG $8.5M
Rank #75 / 111
$2.5MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $2.5MFiscal year ending 06/2024
MS AVG $4.1M
Rank #101 / 111
38.4%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 38.4%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
MS AVG 48%
Rank #105 / 111
255175
Vineyard Court Nursing Center
NH
North Columbus (Bluecutt Estates)
55
Facility 55
MS AVG 87
Rank #125 / 132
96.4%
Facility 96.4%
MS AVG 86.1%
Rank #13 / 108
+12%
5.23
Facility 5.23
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #25 / 117
C +70%+13%
$79.0k
Facility $79.0k
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #111 / 118
25
Facility 25
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #88 / 114
3.6
Facility 3.6
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #51 / 114
1053-
50
Facility 50
MS AVG 39
Rank #40 / 126
Vcnc, LLC
$6.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG $8.5M
Rank #87 / 111
$3.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG $4.1M
Rank #75 / 111
53%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 53%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG 48%
Rank #25 / 111
255299
Tunica Nursing Home
NH
South Tunica
60
Facility 60
MS AVG 87
Rank #72 / 132
80.3%
Facility 80.3%
MS AVG 86.1%
Rank #86 / 108
-7%
6.02
Facility 6.02
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #8 / 117
C+ +7%+30%
$44.3k
Facility $44.3k
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #103 / 118
17
Facility 17
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #53 / 114
3.4
Facility 3.4
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #46 / 114
548-
49
Facility 49
MS AVG 39
Rank #44 / 126
Tunica Property LLC
$5.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG $8.5M
Rank #99 / 111
$3.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG $4.1M
Rank #87 / 111
53.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 53.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG 48%
Rank #22 / 111
255334
The Myrtles Nursing Center
NH
HOS
MC
PC
SNF
Columbia
98
Facility 98
MS AVG 87
Rank #51 / 132
80.5%
Facility 80.5%
MS AVG 86.1%
Rank #85 / 108
-7%
4.21
Facility 4.21
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #82 / 117
A- -23%-9%
$0
Facility $0
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #1 / 118
18
Facility 18
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #59 / 114
3.6
Facility 3.6
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #51 / 114
-79-
56
Facility 56
MS AVG 39
Rank #24 / 126
Kourtney Martin
$8.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $8.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG $8.5M
Rank #42 / 111
$4.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG $4.1M
Rank #50 / 111
45.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 45.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG 48%
Rank #74 / 111
255272
Diversicare of Moss Point
NH
HOS
MC
SNF
Moss Point
160
Facility 160
MS AVG 87
Rank #6 / 132
59.7%
Facility 59.7%
MS AVG 86.1%
Rank #106 / 108
-31%
3.93
Facility 3.93
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #104 / 117
B- -15%-15%
$0
Facility $0
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #1 / 118
21
Facility 21
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #71 / 114
7.0
Facility 7.0
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #109 / 114
-96-
28
Facility 28
MS AVG 39
Rank #85 / 126
Dac Of Moss Point, LLC
$10.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $10.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG $8.5M
Rank #29 / 111
$5.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG $4.1M
Rank #25 / 111
48.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 48.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG 48%
Rank #50 / 111
255174
Willow Creek Retirement Center
NH
MC
SNF
Byram
88
Facility 88
MS AVG 87
Rank #60 / 132
96.6%
Facility 96.6%
MS AVG 86.1%
Rank #11 / 108
+12%
4.99
Facility 4.99
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #34 / 117
B+ +24%+8%
$8.0k
Facility $8.0k
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #54 / 118
24
Facility 24
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #85 / 114
3.0
Facility 3.0
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #26 / 114
185--Wcrl, LLC
$9.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG $8.5M
Rank #35 / 111
$4.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG $4.1M
Rank #34 / 111
50.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 50.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG 48%
Rank #41 / 111
255300
Landmark of DeSoto
NH
HOS
MC
PC
SNF
Horn Lake
60
Facility 60
MS AVG 87
Rank #72 / 132
89.3%
Facility 89.3%
MS AVG 86.1%
Rank #52 / 108
+4%
3.38
Facility 3.38
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #116 / 117
B- +12%-27%
$10.5k
Facility $10.5k
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #76 / 118
21
Facility 21
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #71 / 114
7.0
Facility 7.0
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #109 / 114
254A+
60
Facility 60
MS AVG 39
Rank #19 / 126
Roberta Loggins
$7.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG $8.5M
Rank #67 / 111
$3.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG $4.1M
Rank #69 / 111
48%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 48%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG 48%
Rank #56 / 111
255281
Sardis Community Nursing Home
NH
HOS
MC
PC
SNF
Sardis
60
Facility 60
MS AVG 87
Rank #72 / 132
91.7%
Facility 91.7%
MS AVG 86.1%
Rank #33 / 108
+7%
4.45
Facility 4.45
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #55 / 117
B- -48%-4%
$0
Facility $0
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #1 / 118
20
Facility 20
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #68 / 114
4.0
Facility 4.0
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #67 / 114
255-
36
Facility 36
MS AVG 39
Rank #78 / 126
Amanda May
$6.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG $8.5M
Rank #91 / 111
$2.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $2.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG $4.1M
Rank #90 / 111
47.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 47.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG 48%
Rank #58 / 111
255279
Pass Christian Health and Rehabilitation Center
NH
MC
SNF
Pass Christian
60
Facility 60
MS AVG 87
Rank #72 / 132
85.0%
Facility 85.0%
MS AVG 86.1%
Rank #70 / 108
-1%
3.78
Facility 3.78
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #108 / 117
A -37%-18%
$8.2k
Facility $8.2k
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #60 / 118
18
Facility 18
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #59 / 114
2.3
Facility 2.3
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #10 / 114
151-
47
Facility 47
MS AVG 39
Rank #49 / 126
Menge Avenue Operations,
$6.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG $8.5M
Rank #89 / 111
$3.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG $4.1M
Rank #78 / 111
52%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 52%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG 48%
Rank #30 / 111
255287
Trace Extended Care & Rehabilitation
NH
Madison Houston
60
Facility 60
MS AVG 87
Rank #72 / 132
85.5%
Facility 85.5%
MS AVG 86.1%
Rank #68 / 108
-1%
4.94
Facility 4.94
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #38 / 117
B- +6%+7%
$0
Facility $0
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #1 / 118
27
Facility 27
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #93 / 114
9.0
Facility 9.0
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #114 / 114
-51-
32
Facility 32
MS AVG 39
Rank #83 / 126
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Overview of Diversicare of Brookhaven

Diversicare of Brookhaven provides nursing home, skilled nursing, hospice, and memory care in Brookhaven, MS. Nursing home and skilled nursing care provide ongoing medical support, while hospice is intended for residents receiving end of life care. Memory care offers supervision for someone living with dementia, and the range of care types may suit a resident whose needs change over time.

The community has 58 beds, creating a smaller setting where residents and staff can get to know one another. Short Stay Rehabilitation and Complex Medical Care are available, with rehabilitation services for residents recovering after illness, injury, or a medical event. A short rehabilitation stay can support temporary recovery without requiring a long term nursing home placement.

Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 3 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time assigned to each resident. Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted, giving families several ways to cover eligible care costs. The area has a Walk Score of 69, described as somewhat walkable, so some errands can be completed on foot and a resident who no longer drives may still manage certain outings independently. LLC Cissy Canova serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Vineyard Court Nursing Center

Vineyard Court Nursing Center is a distinct nursing home in Columbus, MS, that offers skilled nursing and rehabilitation. Residents here do not have to worry about their unique needs with exceptional care provided around the clock. As a participant of Medicare and Medicaid, this nursing home strives to ease residents’ financial burdens.

For residents’ well-being, recreational activities and engaging programs are conducted according to their interests. Therapy services, including physical, occupational, and speech therapy are conducted to enhance residents living experiences. This nursing home is a good option for those seeking comprehensive care to reach their potential in retirement.

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Overview of Tunica Nursing Home

Reach your potential at Tunica Nursing Home, a distinct nursing home in Tunica, MS, that offers skilled nursing and rehabilitation. Residents can ease their worries with exceptional care provided for their complex healthcare needs. With therapy services, like physical, occupational, and speech therapy, this nursing home strives to help residents recover and enhance their living experiences.

To ensure holistic wellness, recreational activities and fitness programs are conducted based on residents’ interests. This nursing home also participates in Medicare and Medicaid to ease residents’ financial burdens. Healthcare providers and other local amenities are also easily accessible, ensuring easy access to residents’ healthcare needs. Here, residents will surely thrive in retirement, accompanied by the community’s dedicated services.

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Overview of The Myrtles Nursing Center

The Myrtles Nursing Center is a skilled nursing home located on Alberta Avenue in Columbia, Mississippi. It is owned by Donna Whittington and administered by Kourtney Martin. The home accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, providing families with several payment options for short-term rehabilitation and longer-term nursing care. With 98 beds and an occupancy rate of 75%, the community has consistently operated in a moderately walkable setting, with a score of 56 out of 100.

The home specializes in post-acute rehabilitation and skilled nursing care. It particularly focuses on short-term rehab and wound management. Daily nurse staffing averages 4 hours and 19 minutes per resident.

Residents are supported by nursing aides, who provide an additional 3 hours and 2 minutes of direct care. This level of hands-on attention reflects the facility’s focus on rehabilitation. It’s best for patients recovering from surgery or a hospital stay who need structured therapy support.

The center offers private and semiprivate rooms and a state-of-the-art rehabilitation gym where residents work through physical and occupational therapy. Transportation to medical appointments is available to residents and their families, which makes it easier for them to recover and manage ongoing care. Those who want to spend time outdoors can enjoy the beautifully landscaped gardens and common spaces.

Residents are supported with daily amenities that reduce isolation and promote comfort: a beauty salon and barbershop, dietitian-approved meals, television and Wi-Fi access, religious services, and community outings. Most stay an average of 277 days, including shorter post-acute stays and residents who remain for ongoing skilled care. There’s 24-hour on-site staffing, so the home can respond to residents’ needs around the clock.

Contact The Myrtles Nursing Center

Overview of Diversicare of Moss Point

Operated by DAC of Moss Point, LLC, Diversicare of Moss Point is a 160-bed nursing home on Main Street in Moss Point, Mississippi. Owned by Dac Opco Mississippi LLC, the facility serves the surrounding community with a focus on short-term rehabilitation and complex medical care. Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay give families several ways to afford post-acute rehabilitation and ongoing skilled nursing care. The typical stay length averages about 152 days, indicating a mix of residents receiving post-hospital rehabilitation and those needing longer-term nursing support.

Clinically, the home prioritizes rehabilitation services and the capacity to manage complex medical needs, making it a grounded choice for those healing from surgery or managing complicated health conditions. Total nursing care averages roughly 3 hours 33 minutes per resident day, anchored by registered nurses, nurse aides, and licensed practical nurses. The home currently operates at about 59 percent occupancy, with 95 of the 160 beds filled. Its location on Main Street in Moss Point sits in an area with a Walk Score of 28. This means some nearby services may be within walking distance, but almost all errands and visits demand a car. Families and visitors will find the neighborhood needing transportation to access most destinations, though some services remain locally accessible.

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Overview of Willow Creek Retirement Center

In Byram, Mississippi, Hinds County, Willow Creek Retirement Center runs 88 beds under three service lines at once: nursing home, memory care, and skilled nursing. WCRL, LLC owns the property at 49 Willow Creek Lane, and the surrounding area is car-dependent, so getting around without a vehicle is not realistic here. Occupancy sits at 97 percent, with 85 of the 88 beds filled.

24-hour nursing care and physician services anchor daily operations. A rehabilitation program adds physical, occupational, and speech therapy for residents recovering from surgery, illness, or a hospital stay. For residents who need memory support, a secured dementia unit is part of the building. Housekeeping, laundry, and maintenance keep the practical side running, while multi-denominational religious services and an on-site barber and beauty shop round out daily life beyond direct care.

Rooms come in private and semi-private layouts, and phone connections are included. Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are all accepted, which gives families more than one route to financing a stay.

Willow Creek is built for two overlapping groups: residents who need ongoing nursing and memory care over the long term, and those using the facility as a bridge back home after a medical setback, when short-term rehabilitation is the priority.

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Overview of Landmark of DeSoto

Landmark of DeSoto is a nursing home on Nail Road in Horn Lake, Mississippi, with 45 years of continuous operation. The 60-bed facility is owned by John Falkner and managed by Roberta Loggins. It accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay, so families have multiple options for accessing short-term rehabilitation and ongoing nursing care.

The facility focuses on rehabilitation services, offering comprehensive therapy and short-term recovery programs for residents following hospital stays or surgical procedures. Total nurse staffing averages 3 hours and 51 minutes per resident each day. Residents are supported by a team of registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and nurse aides on-site around the clock.

The facility offers a range of therapeutic and recreational amenities. It features a rehabilitation gym equipped for therapy, hydrotherapy spa rooms, landscaped gardens, and comfortable private and semi-private rooms. Common areas around the home are ideal spaces for daily activities and community life.

There’s also a beauty salon, religious services, and organized community outings that supplement daily programming. Transportation to medical appointments is available in case residents need to attend appointments outside the facility. The property is in a moderately walkable neighborhood with a Walk Score of 60. Some nearby errands can be done on foot, while others will require a short drive.

Residents stay for an average of 167 days, reflecting the strong rehabilitation focus for short-term recovery patients. Dining follows dietitian-approved menus. Residents also have access to cable television, Wi-Fi, and standard housekeeping and laundry services.

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Overview of Sardis Community Nursing Home

Sardis Community Nursing Home is a nursing facility on East Lee Street in Sardis, Mississippi. The 60-bed home is owned by Brenda Riley and administered by Amanda May. It accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving families multiple ways to cover care costs.

The community’s occupancy rate is strong at 92%. Most residents stay an average of 406 days, including both short-term rehabilitation and longer-term nursing care.

The home focuses on short-term rehabilitation services. Residents are supported by daily nursing care averaging 4 hours and 7 minutes per resident. The nursing team includes registered nurses (22 minutes per resident daily), nurse aides (2 hours 29 minutes), and LPN/LVNs (1 hour 3 minutes). They provide consistent hands-on support around the clock. Through this staffing structure, the facility can provide active rehabilitation alongside routine care.

The rehabilitation program includes an on-site gym and hydrotherapy spa rooms to help residents recover from acute events and engage in ongoing therapeutic activities. Beyond clinical services, the home offers a full schedule of recreational and therapeutic activities for residents who want to stay engaged and connected during their stay. Meals are served in a dining room through a dietitian-approved program that considers nutritional needs and daily preferences.

The campus has landscaped gardens and common areas designed for residents and visiting family. Other amenities include a beauty salon and barbershop, transportation to medical appointments and community outings, religious services, and full WiFi access throughout the building. Sardis’s location scores 36 on the Walk Score. Some nearby services are within walking distance, but most trips require a short drive.

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Overview of Pass Christian Health and Rehabilitation Center

Pass Christian Health and Rehabilitation Center is a nursing home in Pass Christian, MS, offering memory care and skilled nursing. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for a resident at risk of wandering, while skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. These services may make the community a good fit for someone who needs supervised memory care or ongoing nursing support.

Comprehensive post-acute care and short-term rehabilitation support recovery and transition after a hospital stay. Long-term care services are also available for residents who need ongoing care. Rehabilitation services give residents access to recovery-focused support within the community rather than arranging care elsewhere.

The community has 60 beds. Total nurse staffing is 3h 47m per resident per day, representing the total daily hands-on nurse time allocated per resident. Staffing is available 24 hours a day, so staff are present during both daytime and overnight hours.

Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted; Medicaid offers a payment route when savings may not cover a long stay, while Medicare applies to short-term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long-term residence. Bennett Williams serves as administrator, and Menge Avenue Operations operates the community. A Walk Score of 47 places the area in a car-dependent band, meaning most errands require a car or a ride, so a resident who no longer drives may need transportation for everyday trips.

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Overview of Trace Extended Care & Rehabilitation

Reach your potential at Trace Extended Care & Rehabilitation, a distinguished nursing home in Houston, MS, that offers short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. Here, reisdents receive top-notch care for their healthcare needs around the clock. Medicare and Medicaid are also accepted to help ease residents’ financial burdens.

Dedicated to improving residents’ living experiences, physical, occupational, and speech therapy are also provided. Social events and engaging fitness programs are also conducted to allow residents to interact with their surroundings and live actively. Here, residents will surely thrive in retirement, accompanied by the community’s supportive setting.

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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. 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
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
No paid rankings Facilities cannot pay to influence placement.
How we're paid: If we help you find a home and you move in, that home may pay us a referral fee. This never affects where they rank or what you pay. Learn more
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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