What government services provide money for senior housing?

Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview: Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement. Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay. Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation. Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program. State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options. Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities. Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.

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Overview of Brandon Community Carew Center

Brandon Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is located in Brandon, Mississippi. It provides skilled nursing services, outpatient therapy, and rehabilitation programs for residents. The facility is committed to delivering high-quality care tailored to individual needs.

(601) 825-3192

Capacity and availability

High-capacity home

May provide extensive amenities, services and programs.

Total beds 230

230-bed community

A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.

About this community

License details

Facility type

Nursing Home Facilities

County: Rankin

Ownership & operating entity

Brandon Community Carew Center is administrated by Felicia Scott.

Care Services

Accepts Medicaid

Accepts Medicare

Doctor on Staff

Nursing Services

Rehabilitation Services

Memory Care

Skilled Nursing

24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Free In-Room Cable access

Free Wi-Fi

State-of-the-Art Therapy Equipment

Friendly Staff

Programs & Activities

Specific Programs

Skilled Nursing Services, Outpatient Therapy Services, Rapid Recovery Rehabilitation Suites, Sub-Acute Rehabilitation, Enhancement Therapy, Long-Term Care, Post Surgery Rehabilitation, Endurance/Strength Training, Sports Medicine / Enhancement Therapy, Wound Care, Stroke Recovery, Cardiac Care, Post-Orthopedic Surgery, Stroke and cardiovascular rehab, Complex Wound Care / Wound Vacs, Respiratory services, Spa with whirlpool tub, Private courtyard, Caring Curls Beauty Salon, Dialysis Care, Clinical Laboratory Services, Dental Services, Pharmacy Services, Podiatry Services, X-Ray Services, Social Services, Ophthalmologist Services, Ambulation & Transfer Training, Balance/Falls Management, Care for Stroke Survivors, Cerebral Palsy, MS and Parkinson’s, Cognitive Linguistics Therapy, Dysphagia (Swallowing) Therapy, Pain Management, Positioning, Speech/Language Therapy, Strength/endurance training

Medicaid Accepted

This facility is certified for eligible Medicaid services.

Medicare Accepted

This facility is certified for eligible Medicare services.

Payment & Funding Options

Medicaid Medicare

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$8,693,213.00

$2,547,421.00

29.3%

5/5

5.4220

5/5

4/5

2/5

+17%

+14%

Billdora Senior Care

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MS 39667

77.1%

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$2,501,696.00

42.7%

3/5

5.1364

4/5

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+11%

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Azalea Gardens Nursing Center

SNF

MS 39577

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65.4%

$8,189,414.00

$3,300,784.00

40.3%

3/5

4.3224

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Attala County Nursing Center

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MS 39090

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75.9%

$8,711,530.00

$4,255,205.00

48.8%

99.60

2/5

4.0292

3/5

1/5

-13%

-8%

Brandon Community Carew Center

SNF

MS 39042

230

Bedford Care Center of Mendenhall

Type of care: SNF AL

Community: MS 39114

Bed Count: 60

Operator: BEDFORD HEALTH PROPERTIES, LLC

CCN: 255149

Occupancy: 93.5%

Home Revenue: $8,693,213.00

Payroll Costs: $2,547,421.00

Payroll %: 29.3%

Avg Residents/Day: 56

Overall Rating: 5/5

Adj Nurse Hours: 5.4220

Health Insp Rating: 5/5

Staffing Rating: 4/5

QM Rating: 2/5

Number of Fines: 1

Citations: 5

RN share vs State Avg:

+2%

Staffing vs State Avg:

+17%

Occupancy vs State Avg:

+14%

Billdora Senior Care

Type of care: SNF AL

Community: MS 39667

Bed Count: 60

CCN: 255243

Occupancy: 77.1%

Home Revenue: $5,865,053.00

Payroll Costs: $2,501,696.00

Payroll %: 42.7%

Avg Residents/Day: 49

Overall Rating: 3/5

Adj Nurse Hours: 5.1364

Health Insp Rating: 4/5

Staffing Rating: 4/5

QM Rating: 1/5

Number of Fines: 1

Citations: 9

Severe Citations: 1

RN share vs State Avg:

-26%

Staffing vs State Avg:

+11%

Occupancy vs State Avg:

-6%

Azalea Gardens Nursing Center

Type of care: SNF AL

Community: MS 39577

Bed Count: 99

Operator: CAIN, AVONNA

CCN: 255233

Occupancy: 65.4%

Home Revenue: $8,189,414.00

Payroll Costs: $3,300,784.00

Payroll %: 40.3%

Avg Residents/Day: 61

Overall Rating: 3/5

Adj Nurse Hours: 4.3224

Health Insp Rating: 4/5

Staffing Rating: 4/5

QM Rating: 1/5

Citations: 13

Severe Citations: 6

RN share vs State Avg:

-16%

Staffing vs State Avg:

-7%

Occupancy vs State Avg:

-21%

Attala County Nursing Center

Type of care: SNF AL

Community: MS 39090

Bed Count: 120

Operator: HOOD, AMY

CCN: 255191

Occupancy: 75.9%

Home Revenue: $8,711,530.00

Payroll Costs: $4,255,205.00

Payroll %: 48.8%

Avg Residents/Day: 99.60

Overall Rating: 2/5

Adj Nurse Hours: 4.0292

Health Insp Rating: 3/5

Staffing Rating: 3/5

QM Rating: 1/5

Citations: 18

Severe Citations: 2

RN share vs State Avg:

-7%

Staffing vs State Avg:

-13%

Occupancy vs State Avg:

-8%

Brandon Community Carew Center

Type of care: SNF AL

Community: MS 39042

Bed Count: 230

Brandon, MS 39042

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Elderly and Disabled Waiver

Mississippi Medicaid E&D Waiver

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.

Mississippi Caregiver Respite Program

MS NFCSP Respite

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.

Assisted Living (AL) Waiver

Mississippi Assisted Living Waiver

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.

Independent Living (IL) Waiver

Mississippi Independent Living Waiver

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.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Mississippi Medicare Savings Program

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.

Mississippi Homemaker Program

Mississippi Homemaker Program (via Area Agencies on Aging)

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.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Mississippi SCSEP

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.

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.

Brandon Community Carew Center

Brandon Community Carew Center

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High-capacity home

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Elderly and Disabled Waiver

Mississippi Caregiver Respite Program

Assisted Living (AL) Waiver

Independent Living (IL) Waiver

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Mississippi Homemaker Program

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

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Brandon Community Carew Center

Brandon Community Carew Center

Capacity and availability

High-capacity home

About this community

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Care Services

Amenities & Lifestyle

Programs & Activities

Access & Eligibility

Payment & Funding Options

Compare Nursing Homes around Mississippi

Places of interest near Brandon Community Carew Center

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Guides for Better Senior Living

Eldertainment

Financial Aid for Mississippi Seniors

Elderly and Disabled Waiver

Mississippi Caregiver Respite Program

Assisted Living (AL) Waiver

Independent Living (IL) Waiver

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Mississippi Homemaker Program

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

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

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