Bedford Alzheimer‘s Care Center
Nursing Home, Memory Care & Skilled Nursing · Hattiesburg, MS

Bedford Alzheimer‘s Care Center

Nursing Home, Memory Care & Skilled Nursing · Hattiesburg, MS
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Bedford Alzheimer‘s Care Center accepts Medicaid and Medicare.

Overview of Bedford Alzheimer‘s Care Center

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

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

Staffing hours Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day vs Mississippi averages

Staff type
Hours / day / resident
vs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes.
26m
−32% State avg: 38m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Info Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care.
1h 25m
+31% State avg: 1h 5m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Info Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life.
2h 50m
+14% State avg: 2h 29m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day
Weekend Total Nursing Info Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
4h 5m
+16% State avg: 3h 31m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day
Weekend RN Info Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.
10m
−55% State avg: 22m per day · National avg: 29m per day

2 of 5 metrics below state avg

Capacity and availability

Residents per day
59
Bed community size
60-bed community Rank #121 / 265Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 121st out of 265 homes we track in Mississippi for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Mississippi facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Mississippi that reports data for that category. 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.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 11 / 100 Rank #240 / 282Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 240th out of 282 homes 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 cover every community we track in Mississippi that reports data for that category. 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
98%
Rank #1 / 105Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st out of 105 homes we track in Mississippi for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Mississippi average, with its Statewide rank out of 105. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Mississippi that reports data for that category. 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.
Higher than the Mississippi average: 82.3%
Occupied beds
59 / 60
Average occupied beds in Mississippi homes 74 beds

Awards

Bronze – Commitment to Quality Award

License Details

Facility TypeNursing Home
CountyForrest

Ownership & Operating Entity

Bedford Alzheimer‘s Care Center is legally operated by Tommie Carr, and administered by Tommie Carr.

Ownership TypeProprietary

Safety & Compliance

Grab Bars
Safety FeaturesHand rails in corridors & bath areas, Nurse call systems in room & bath, Security system

Payment & Insurance

2 services
Accept Medicaid
Accept Medicare

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Doctor on Staff
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Recreation Area
Specific ProgramsClinical Team, Bedford Care Life, Resident Dining

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Inspection History

In Mississippi, the State Department of Health, Bureau of Health Facilities Licensure conducts unannounced surveys to monitor facility compliance with health, safety, and resident rights laws.

Since 2019 · 7 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 16 deficiencies 25 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Mississippi state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2019 vs. Mississippi state average
Overall vs. MS average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Mississippi average:
• Total deficiencies (54% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (74% below)

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityMS Averagevs. MS Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 1635 This facility has 54% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Mississippi nursing home (16 vs. MS avg 35).↓ 54% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 0.62.3 This facility has 74% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Mississippi nursing home (0.6 vs. MS avg 2.3).↓ 74% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityMS Averagevs. MS Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 2515 This facility has had 67% more total inspections than the Mississippi average (25 vs. MS avg 15). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 67% more

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

Long-stay resident measures
Below average Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.61
34% better than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 2.44

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 3.16
10% worse than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 2.88

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Housing Options: Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Address 2.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Hattiesburg's city center to Bedford Alzheimer‘s Care Center's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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.

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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.
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.
Bedford Care Center of Petal
NH
MC
SNF
Petal
60
Facility 60
MS AVG 70
Rank #121 / 265
95.0%
Facility 95.0%
MS AVG 85.9
Rank #16 / 105
+11%
5.15
Facility 5.15
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #25 / 116
-7%+11%
$22.2k
Facility $22.2k
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #85 / 117
5
Facility 5
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #4 / 113
1.7
Facility 1.7
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #3 / 113
-57-
27
Facility 27
MS AVG 37
Rank #186 / 282
Bedford Health Properties, LLC
$6.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG $8.5M
Rank #76 / 110
$3.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG $4.1M
Rank #81 / 110
47.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 47.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG 48%
Rank #60 / 110
255149
Forrest General Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit
NH
SNF
Hattiesburg (Parkhaven)
29
Facility 29
MS AVG 70
Rank #218 / 265
97.6%
Facility 97.6%
MS AVG 85.9
Rank #4 / 105
+14%
8.60
Facility 8.60
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #2 / 116
+89%+86%
$0
Facility $0
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #1 / 117
3
Facility 3
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #2 / 113
1.0
Facility 1.0
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #1 / 113
-28-
67
Facility 67
MS AVG 37
Rank #19 / 282
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Windham House of Hattiesburg
NH
HOS
MC
PC
SNF
Hattiesburg
60
Facility 60
MS AVG 70
Rank #121 / 265
94.8%
Facility 94.8%
MS AVG 85.9
Rank #19 / 105
+10%
4.55
Facility 4.55
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #50 / 116
+50%-2%
$0
Facility $0
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #1 / 117
12
Facility 12
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #31 / 113
4.0
Facility 4.0
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #62 / 113
-57-
5
Facility 5
MS AVG 37
Rank #268 / 282
Fallon Deffes
$6.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG $8.5M
Rank #77 / 110
$3.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG $4.1M
Rank #71 / 110
51.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 51.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG 48%
Rank #35 / 110
255265
Bedford Care Center – Monroe Hall
NH
SNF
Hattiesburg
80
Facility 80
MS AVG 70
Rank #97 / 265
95.1%
Facility 95.1%
MS AVG 85.9
Rank #15 / 105
+11%
4.66
Facility 4.66
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #46 / 116
-38%+1%
$0
Facility $0
MS AVG $40.1k
Rank #1 / 117
14
Facility 14
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #40 / 113
2.8
Facility 2.8
MS AVG 3.8
Rank #18 / 113
-76--Michael E Mcelroy Sr. Estate
$8.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $8.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG $8.5M
Rank #54 / 110
$3.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG $4.1M
Rank #53 / 110
48.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 48.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG 48%
Rank #52 / 110
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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Mississippi

Bedford Alzheimer‘s Care Center is located in Hattiesburg, Mississippi.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in 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
MS

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 Bedford Alzheimer‘s Care Center

Who is the owner of Bedford Alzheimer‘s Care Center?

Bedford Alzheimer‘s Care Center is legally operated by Tommie Carr, and administered by Tommie Carr.

Is Bedford Alzheimer‘s Care Center in a walkable area?

Bedford Alzheimer‘s Care Center has a walk score of 11. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the occupancy rate at Bedford Alzheimer‘s Care Center?

Bedford Alzheimer‘s Care Center's occupancy is 98%.

Are pets allowed at Bedford Alzheimer‘s Care Center?

No, Bedford Alzheimer‘s Care Center has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Bedford Alzheimer‘s Care Center?

Tommie Carr is the administrator of Bedford Alzheimer‘s Care Center.

How many beds does Bedford Alzheimer‘s Care Center have?

Bedford Alzheimer‘s Care Center has 60 beds.

Has Bedford Alzheimer‘s Care Center had any deficiencies?

Bedford Alzheimer‘s Care Center has had 16 reported deficiencies since 2019 according to records from Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH).

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