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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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Brandon Community Carew Center | Nursing Home in Mississippi

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

Facility TypeNursing Home Facilities

CountyRankin

Brandon Community Carew Center is administrated by Felicia Scott.

Accept Medicaid

Accept Medicare

Rehabilitation Services

Doctor on Staff

Skilled Nursing

24-Hour Staffing

Free In-Room Cable Access

Free Wi-Fi

State-Of-The-Art Therapy Equipment

Friendly Staff

Specific ProgramsSkilled Nursing Services, Outpatient Therapy Services, Rapid Recovery Rehabilitation Suites, Sub-Acute Rehabilitation, Enhancement Therapy, 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, Podiatry Services, X-Ray 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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5 facilities compared · CMS & MS Dept. of Health data · Updated Apr 2026

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Bedford Care Center of Mendenhall		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Mendenhall	60	93.5%	+14%	5.42				+2%	+17%	1	5	1.7	0	56	-	-	Bedford Health Properties, Llc	$8.7M	$2.5M	29.3%	255149
Billdora Senior Care		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Tylertown	60	77.1%	-6%	5.14				-26%	+11%	1	9	2.3	1	49	-	-	-	$5.9M	$2.5M	42.7%	255243
Azalea Gardens Nursing Center		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Wiggins	99	65.4%	-21%	4.32				-16%	-7%	0	13	3.3	6	61	-	-	Cain, Avonna	$8.2M	$3.3M	40.3%	255233
Attala County Nursing Center		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Kosciusko	120	75.9%	-8%	4.03				-7%	-13%	0	18	4.5	2	100	-	-	Hood, Amy	$8.7M	$4.3M	48.8%	255191
Brandon Community Carew Center	-	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Brandon	230	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	0	0	0.0	0	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-

Bedford Care Center of Mendenhall

Overall Rating:

Type of care: NH AL

Community: Mendenhall

Bed Count: 60

Occupancy: 93.5%

Occupancy vs State Avg: +14%

Nurse hrs per resident/day: 5.4

Health Insp Rating:

Staffing Rating:

QM Rating:

+2%

Staffing vs State Avg: +17%

Number of Fines: 1

Citations: 5

Citations per Inspection: 1.7

Avg Residents/Day: 56

Operator: Bedford Health Properties, Llc

Home Revenue: $8,693,213.00

Payroll Costs: $2,547,421.00

Payroll %: 29.3%

CCN: 255149

Billdora Senior Care

Overall Rating:

Type of care: NH AL

Community: Tylertown

Bed Count: 60

Occupancy: 77.1%

Occupancy vs State Avg: -6%

Nurse hrs per resident/day: 5.1

Health Insp Rating:

Staffing Rating:

QM Rating:

-26%

Staffing vs State Avg: +11%

Number of Fines: 1

Citations: 9

Citations per Inspection: 2.3

Severe Citations: 1

Avg Residents/Day: 49

Home Revenue: $5,865,053.00

Payroll Costs: $2,501,696.00

Payroll %: 42.7%

CCN: 255243

Azalea Gardens Nursing Center

Overall Rating:

Type of care: NH AL

Community: Wiggins

Bed Count: 99

Occupancy: 65.4%

Occupancy vs State Avg: -21%

Nurse hrs per resident/day: 4.3

Health Insp Rating:

Staffing Rating:

QM Rating:

-16%

Staffing vs State Avg: -7%

Citations: 13

Citations per Inspection: 3.3

Severe Citations: 6

Avg Residents/Day: 61

Operator: Cain, Avonna

Home Revenue: $8,189,414.00

Payroll Costs: $3,300,784.00

Payroll %: 40.3%

CCN: 255233

Attala County Nursing Center

Overall Rating:

Type of care: NH AL

Community: Kosciusko

Bed Count: 120

Occupancy: 75.9%

Occupancy vs State Avg: -8%

Nurse hrs per resident/day: 4.0

Health Insp Rating:

Staffing Rating:

QM Rating:

-7%

Staffing vs State Avg: -13%

Citations: 18

Citations per Inspection: 4.5

Severe Citations: 2

Avg Residents/Day: 99.60

Operator: Hood, Amy

Home Revenue: $8,711,530.00

Payroll Costs: $4,255,205.00

Payroll %: 48.8%

CCN: 255191

Brandon Community Carew Center

Type of care: NH AL

Community: Brandon

Bed Count: 230

Citations per Inspection: 0.0

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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

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.

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).

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).

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).

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.

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

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Mississippi SCSEP

Age 55+

General unemployed, low-income, Mississippi resident.

Income Limits (2025) ~$1,983/month 125% FPL

Asset Limits Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents; MDES oversees.

Benefits

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

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

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)

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