Mix of rehab and long-term care
This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.
Bedford Care Center of Petal
Bedford Care Center of Petal is a Nursing Home in Mississippi
Bedford Care Center of… is a Nursing Home in Mississippi
Bedford Care Center of Petal
Bedford Care Center of Petal is a Nursing Home in Mississippi
Bedford Care Center of… is a Nursing Home in Mississippi
Bedford Care Center of Petal is nestled in the heart of Petal, Mississippi. This skilled nursing facility boasts 60 beds and finds its home in a wooded neighborhood, offering a retreat for its residents. Built with love in 2005, the home takes pride in providing wonderful amenities for both residents and their families to relish. A tailored plan of care is crafted to meet each individual’s needs, with a dedicated focus on enhancing their functionality every day.
Comprehensive services, including occupational, speech, and physical therapies, pharmacy services, and nursing and physician care, ensure residents receive the utmost attention and support, meeting nursing home requirements. Additionally, Bedford Care Center of Petal offers specialized Alzheimer’s and dementia care, extending compassionate guidance to those in need, and providing counseling for memory care benefits. With a keen eye on residents’ well-being, they ensure that every aspect of their care meets the highest standards, making Bedford Care Center of Petal a haven of comfort and support.
Quality ratings
Based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
60
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.
Occupancy rate
86.2%
Residents per day (avg)
53
Occupancy rate
86.2%
Residents per day (avg)
53
Who this home usually serves
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TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Flexible care needs
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
47% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
7 - 8 months
Private pay
44% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
28 days
Medicaid
8% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
6 - 7 months
Finances and operations
Proprietary home
Individual
Home revenue
$7.5M
Profit
$463.6K
Proprietary home
Individual
Home revenue
$7,486,879.00
Profit
$463,614.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$2.3M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$4.7M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$7.0M
60-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score: 27 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
Facility Type
Nursing Home Facility
Additional licensing details
County:
Forrest
Ownership & operating entity
Bedford Care Center of Petal is legally operated by Bedford Care Center-Petal, and administrated by LLC Kenya Darden.
Care Services
Provides Assisted Living
Offers Alzheimer's Care
Types of Care at Bedford Care Center of Petal
Skilled Nursing
Access & Eligibility
Ways to qualify for care at this community, including accepted programs and payment options.
Medicaid Accepted
This facility is certified for eligible Medicaid services.
Medicare Accepted
This facility is certified for eligible Medicare services.
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.
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Comparison Chart
The information below is reported by the Mississippi State Department of Health, Bureau of Health Facilities Licensure.Compare Nursing Homes around Hattiesburg
Bedford Care Center of Petal
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Petal
60
No
27
BEDFORD HEALTH PROPERTIES, LLC
86.2%
$7,412,467.00
$2,344,745.00
31.6%
52.50
5/5
5.4220
5/5
4/5
2/5
1
Bedford Care Center of Hattiesburg
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Hattiesburg
120
No
54
-
71.1%
$10,420,593.00
$3,635,971.00
34.9%
85.90
4/5
4.5257
4/5
4/5
3/5
1
Hattiesburg Health & Rehab
MC
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Hattiesburg
164
No
57
MOHP, LLC
87.0%
$18,706,487.00
$6,856,874.00
36.7%
140.40
4/5
4.7888
4/5
3/5
2/5
1
Bedford Care Center – Monroe Hall
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Hattiesburg
80
No
14
MICHAEL E MCELROY SR ESTATE
88.0%
$9,025,740.00
$2,378,747.00
26.4%
71.10
3/5
4.7954
4/5
4/5
1/5
-
Windham House Of Hattiesburg
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Hattiesburg
60
No
25
DEFFES, FALLON
92.2%
$4,801,007.00
$2,287,076.00
47.6%
55.30
3/5
4.2542
3/5
4/5
4/5
-
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4 miles from city center
908 S George St, Petal, MS 39465
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
137
Total Staff
52
Employees
85
Contractors
25,281
Total Hours (Quarter)
33
Avg Staff/Day
8.4
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 13 | 10.1 | Yes |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 32 | 10 | Yes |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 69 | 7.9 | Yes |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
3 staff
8.1hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
115 staff
8.6hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
2 staff
8hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
11 staff
6.7hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
5 staff
7.2hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
1 staff
9.8hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
26.2%
of total hours from contractors
6,624 contractor hours this quarter
Licensed Practical Nurse: 19
Certified Nursing Assistant: 39
Speech Language Pathologist: 1
Physical Therapy Aide: 4
Physical Therapy Assistant: 2
Registered Nurse: 8
Qualified Social Worker: 5
Feeding Assistant: 1
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2
Medical Director: 2
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 30 | 39 | 69 | 12,685 | 91 | 100% | 7.9 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 13 | 19 | 32 | 6,206 | 91 | 100% | 10 |
| Registered Nurse | 5 | 8 | 13 | 2,399 | 91 | 100% | 10.1 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 646 | 66 | 73% | 9.8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 546 | 60 | 66% | 9.1 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 5 | 5 | 531 | 66 | 73% | 7.2 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 1 | 1 | 433 | 58 | 64% | 7.5 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 2 | 2 | 417 | 62 | 68% | 6.5 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 4 | 4 | 416 | 59 | 65% | 6.7 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 2 | 0 | 2 | 402 | 50 | 55% | 8 |
| Feeding Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 306 | 51 | 56% | 6 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 178 | 32 | 35% | 5.6 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 2 | 2 | 56 | 13 | 14% | 4 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 43 | 6 | 7% | 7.2 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 18 | 3 | 3% | 6 |
Health Inspection History
Source: CMS Health Citations (Feb 2021 – Mar 2025)
3
Inspections
5
Total Citations
0
Critical (J-L)
0
Serious (G-I)
1.67
Citations/Inspection
Mar 2025
Last Inspection
Citation Severity Distribution
What do these levels mean?
Top Deficiency Categories
Infection Control
2
40% of total
Quality of Life & Care
1
20% of total
Citation Sources
Standard Inspections
5
Complaint Investigations
0
State Comparison (MS)
Avg Citations (State)
16.9
This Facility: 5
Avg Critical (State)
1
This Facility: 0
Recent Citations (Last 3 Years)
| Date | Severity ? | Category | Tag | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 20, 2025 | D | Quality of Care | F0695 | Corrected |
| Oct 05, 2023 | E | Infection Control | F0880 | Corrected |
| Oct 05, 2023 | E | Nutrition | F0812 | Corrected |
| Oct 05, 2023 | D | Care Planning | F0641 | Corrected |
| Feb 04, 2021 | E | Infection Control | F0880 | Corrected |
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: For-Profit LLC
Part of: Bedford Health Properties LLC
Resident Census by Payment Source
51
Total Residents
Medicare
8
(15.7%)
ⓘ
Medicaid
32
(62.7%)
ⓘ
Private Pay/Other
11
(21.6%)
ⓘ
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
Family Member Group
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Active
Family Council
ⓘ
Active
Resident Council
ⓘ
Quality Measures
CMS quality measures assess care quality for long-stay and short-stay residents. Lower percentages generally indicate better outcomes for most measures.
Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare (Data as of Jan 2026)
High-Risk Clinical Events
17.4
Score
41% worse than avg
Mississippi avg: 12.4
Composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and ADL decline
Functional Decline
35.6
Score
60% worse than avg
Mississippi avg: 22.3
Composite score based on ADL decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence
Long-Stay Resident Measures
Measures for residents who stay 101 days or more. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
27.5%
Lost Too Much Weight
7.4%
Urinary Tract Infection
1.1%
Depressive Symptoms
14.6%
Falls with Major Injury
1.6%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
100.0%
Antipsychotic Use
39.3%
Walking Ability Worsened
47.1%
Influenza Vaccine
100.0%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
3.4%
Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
32.0%
Short-Stay Resident Measures
Measures for residents who stay 100 days or less (typically rehabilitation patients).
Pneumococcal Vaccine
97.6%
11% better than avg
Mississippi: 87.9%
Short-Stay Residents Who Received a New Antipsychotic Medication
0.0%
100% better than avg
Mississippi: 2.5%
Influenza Vaccine
100.0%
18% better than avg
Mississippi: 84.6%
Penalties & Fines
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total Fines
$22K
Mississippi avg: $39K
44% better than avg
Number of Fines
1
Mississippi avg: 2.0
Payment Denials
1
13 total days
Compared to Mississippi Average
Facility: $22K |
Mississippi Avg: $39K
Penalty History
Showing all 2 penalties (Dec 2023 - Dec 2023)
Dec 8, 2023
Civil Money Penalty
$22K
Dec 8, 2023
Payment Denial
13 days
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Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Elderly and Disabled Waiver
Mississippi Medicaid E&D Waiver
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Higher asset limit; rural focus.
- Services: 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
Official government program page
- General: Caregiver of someone 60+, Mississippi resident.
- Income Limits: No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
- Asset Limits: Not applicable.
- MS Specifics: Limited slots; rural emphasis.
- Services: 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
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Only for AL facilities with waiver contracts; small program size.
- Services: Personal care, meals, medication management, respite, transportation within AL facility.
Independent Living (IL) Waiver
Mississippi Independent Living Waiver
Official government program page
- General: Age 16+ (65+ for seniors), 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 Specifics: Self-directed care; limited to in-home settings.
- Services: Personal care (4-6 hours/day), respite (~200 hours/year), home mods, assistive tech, transition services.
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Mississippi Medicare Savings Program
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.
- Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Mississippi Homemaker Program
Mississippi Homemaker Program (via Area Agencies on Aging)
Official government program page
- General: Age 60+, 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 Specifics: 10 AAAs; waitlist possible due to funding caps.
- Services: Homemaker services (2-4 hours/day, e.g., cleaning, meal prep), respite (~2 days/year), transportation, meals.
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Mississippi SCSEP
Official government program page
- General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Mississippi resident.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
- Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.
- MS Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents; MDES oversees.
- Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
Mississippi VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound
- General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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 Specifics: High veteran population in rural areas.
- Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).
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Mississippi Medicaid E&D Waiver
Elderly and Disabled Waiver
Requirements:
General:Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics:Higher asset limit; rural focus.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care ($60/day), meals ($6/meal).
MS NFCSP Respite
Mississippi Caregiver Respite Program
Requirements:
- General:Caregiver of someone 60+, Mississippi resident.
- Income Limits:No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
- Asset Limits:Not applicable.
- MS Specifics:Limited slots; rural emphasis.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: In-home respite (4-6 hours/day), adult day care (~$60/day), short-term facility care (up to 5 days).
Mississippi Assisted Living Waiver
Assisted Living (AL) Waiver
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics:Only for AL facilities with waiver contracts; small program size.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care, meals, medication management, respite, transportation within AL facility.
Mississippi Independent Living Waiver
Independent Living (IL) Waiver
Requirements:
- General:Age 16+ (65+ for seniors), 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 Specifics:Self-directed care; limited to in-home settings.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (4-6 hours/day), respite (~200 hours/year), home mods, assistive tech, transition services.
Mississippi Medicare Savings Program
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics:Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Mississippi Homemaker Program (via Area Agencies on Aging)
Mississippi Homemaker Program
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+, 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 Specifics:10 AAAs; waitlist possible due to funding caps.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Homemaker services (2-4 hours/day, e.g., cleaning, meal prep), respite (~2 days/year), transportation, meals.
Mississippi SCSEP
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Mississippi resident.
- Income Limits (2025):~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
- Asset Limits:Not specified; income-focused.
- MS Specifics:Priority for veterans, rural residents; MDES oversees.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
Mississippi VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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 Specifics:High veteran population in rural areas.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).
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