The Waterford on Highland Colony
Independent Living & Respite Care · Ridgeland, MS

The Waterford on Highland Colony

Independent Living & Respite Care · Ridgeland, MS

Overview of The Waterford on Highland Colony

The Waterford on Highland Colony offers independent living and respite care in Ridgeland, Mississippi. Independent living means having a private residence with community services but no daily care, while respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The combination can suit an older adult who wants independent living without daily care, or a family caregiver who needs temporary support. Housing includes studios, residences with one bedroom, and residences with two bedrooms; a studio offers one private space, while a two bedroom residence may suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. Pets are allowed, so residents can bring a pet when they move in.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #27 / 35Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis independent living community is ranked 27th out of 35 independent living communities we track in Mississippi for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Mississippi facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every independent living community we track in Mississippi that reports data for that category. Independent living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
10 / 100
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What does this home offer?

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Room Sizes: 384-437 / 512 / 836 sq. ft.

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 2-story

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Address 1.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Ridgeland's city center to The Waterford on Highland Colony's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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

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

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. 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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
SummerHouse Beau Ridge
IL
MC
Ridgeland
74
Facility 74
MS AVG 83
Rank #20 / 32
Yes
20
Facility 20
MS AVG 34
Rank #24 / 35
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+
The Waterford on Highland Colony
IL
RC
Ridgeland-Yes
10
Facility 10
MS AVG 34
Rank #27 / 35
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+
Holiday Chateau Ridgeland
IL
Ridgeland-Yes
54
Facility 54
MS AVG 34
Rank #6 / 35
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedB+
Ridgeland Place
IL
AL
MC
Ridgeland-No
64
Facility 64
MS AVG 34
Rank #2 / 35
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Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each independent living community is ranked against every other MS independent living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 4 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Mississippi

The Waterford on Highland Colony is located in Ridgeland, Mississippi.
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Elderly and Disabled Waiver

Mississippi Medicaid E&D Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General Mississippi resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $4,000 individual, higher than most states
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Higher asset limit; rural focus.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Meals ($6/meal)

Mississippi Caregiver Respite Program

MS NFCSP Respite

Age Caregiver of someone 60+
General Mississippi resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
MS

Limited slots; rural emphasis.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$60/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Assisted Living (AL) Waiver

Mississippi Assisted Living Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General Mississippi resident, Medicaid-eligible, NFLOC, living in approved AL facility.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual); QIT required.
Asset Limits $4,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).
MS

Only for AL facilities with waiver contracts; small program size.

Benefits
Personal care Meals Medication management Respite Transportation within AL facility

Independent Living (IL) Waiver

Mississippi Independent Living Waiver

Age 16+ (65+ for seniors)
General Mississippi resident, Medicaid-eligible, NFLOC but capable of self-direction.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual); QIT required.
Asset Limits $4,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).
MS

Self-directed care; limited to in-home settings.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Respite (~200 hours/year) Home mods Assistive tech Transition services

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Mississippi Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Mississippi resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
MS

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Mississippi Homemaker Program

Mississippi Homemaker Program (via Area Agencies on Aging)

Age 60+
General Mississippi resident, not Medicaid-eligible, needs assistance with daily living.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,063/month (100% FPL, individual); prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not strictly assessed; need-based focus.
MS

10 AAAs; waitlist possible due to funding caps.

Benefits
Homemaker services (2-4 hours/day, e.g., cleaning, meal prep) Respite (~2 days/year) Transportation Meals

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Mississippi VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Mississippi resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
MS

High veteran population in rural areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Frequently Asked Questions about The Waterford on Highland Colony

Is The Waterford on Highland Colony in a walkable area?

The Waterford on Highland Colony has a walk score of 10. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

Are pets allowed at The Waterford on Highland Colony?

Yes, The Waterford on Highland Colony allows residents to bring their pets.

Are there photos of The Waterford on Highland Colony?

Yes — there are 6 photos of The Waterford on Highland Colony in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does The Waterford on Highland Colony provide?

The Waterford on Highland Colony offers Independent Living & Respite Care.

What is the address of The Waterford on Highland Colony?

The Waterford on Highland Colony is located at 619 Highland Colony Pkwy, Ridgeland, MS 39157.

What is the phone number of The Waterford on Highland Colony?

(601) 856-6660 will put you in contact with the team at The Waterford on Highland Colony.

Does The Waterford on Highland Colony provide medical or personal care assistance?

No — The Waterford on Highland Colony is an independent living community. Residents live on their own in private apartments with access to amenities, dining, and social activities.

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