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Nursing Home

Care Center of Laurel

Nursing Home

Care Center of Laurel

935 West Drive, Laurel, MS 39440 View map
Overview of Care Center of Laurel
Care Center of Laurel is a health care community offering individuals a place to recover, rehabilitate and/or reside, depending on their specific needs. It provides skilled nursing services, long-term care, short-term rehabilitation, and various therapies. The facility focuses on the comfort and well-being of its residents.
(601) 649-8006

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
2/5
Mississippi average: 2.6/5
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
3/5
Mississippi average: 2.9/5
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
3/5
Mississippi average: 3.3/5
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
1/5
Mississippi average: 2.2/5

Nursing care per resident

Info This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
4h 32m per day

This home provides 3% more nursing time per resident than the Mississippi average.

Mississippi average: 4h 23m per day

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 105

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Mississippi average
Occupancy rate 65.8%
Residents per day (avg) 89
Occupancy rate
65.8%
Residents per day (avg)
89

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

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.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

26% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 2 - 3 months

Private pay

53% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 19 days

Medicaid

21% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 2 years

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$7.3M
Operating loss
-$705.1K
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$7,297,273.00
Operating loss
$-705,126.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$4.0M
54.8% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$4.0M
Total costs $8.0M
Bed community size
105-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

About this community

License details

Facility type
Nursing Home Facilities
County: Jones

Additional licensing details

CMS Certification Number: 255095
Accreditations: Mississippi Health Care Association

Ownership & operating entity

Care Center of Laurel is administrated by Ronald Loftin.

Care Services

Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Memory Care
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
Short-Term Rehab

All Levels of Care

Skilled Nursing
Long-term Care
Memory Care
Rehabilitation
Short-term Rehabilitation

Amenities & Lifestyle

Activities
Photo Gallery

Programs & Activities

Specific Programs
Skilled Nursing, Wound Care, Long-term Care, Memory Care, Hospice Care, Rehabilitation, Short-term Rehabilitation, Activities, Admissions

Dining & Nutrition

Food Description
Nutritious, appetizing meals carefully prepared and served in a clean and comfortable dining room.
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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.

Payment & Funding Options

Medicaid Medicare

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 4

Mississippi average 4.4


Last Health inspection on Aug 2025

Total health citations 19

Mississippi average 16.9

Citations per inspection
4.75

Mississippi average 3.83


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

17 of 19 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 2 of 19 resulted from complaint investigations.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 1


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 1.1

0 critical citations More info Mississippi average: 1

0 serious citations More info Mississippi average: 1.1

19 moderate citations More info Mississippi average: 14.6

0 minor citations More info Mississippi average: 0.3
Citations history (last 3 years)
Nutrition moderate citation Info Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs. Aug 07, 2025
Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation Info Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions. Aug 07, 2025
Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation Info Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions. Aug 07, 2025
Corrected

Resident Rights moderate citation Info Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care. Aug 07, 2025
Corrected

Compare Nursing Homes around Mississippi The information below is reported by the Mississippi State Department of Health, Bureau of Health Facilities Licensure.

5 facilities compared · CMS & MS Dept. of Health data · Updated Mar 2026

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
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
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
6
61
Cain, Avonna
$8,2M
$3,3M
40.3%
255233
Care Center of Laurel
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.

Laurel
105
65.8%
-20%
4.53
-45%
-2%
0
19
0
89
Regional Care Llc
$7,2M
$4,0M
55.5%
255095
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
2
100
Hood, Amy
$8,7M
$4,3M
48.8%
255191

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Address 935 West Drive, Laurel, MS 39440

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 138
Employees 113
Contractors 25
Staff to resident ratio 1.57:1
7% worse than Mississippi average

Mississippi average ratio: 1.69:1

Avg staff/day 53
Average shift 7.3 hours
9% worse than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 8 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 35,428
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 7
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.8 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 31
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.9 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 66
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.5 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

7.4%

2,617 contractor hours this quarter

Speech Language Pathologist: 6 Physical Therapy Aide: 5 Qualified Social Worker: 3 Physical Therapy Assistant: 3 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 3 Occupational Therapy Aide: 2 Clinical Nurse Specialist: 1 Medical Director: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant6606619,29191100%7.5
Licensed Practical Nurse3103110,34191100%7.9
Registered Nurse7071,67091100%7.8
Speech Language Pathologist0666057178%5.2
Physical Therapy Aide0555425864%6.3
Nurse Aide in Training7075342629%6.9
Qualified Social Worker0334966875%7.2
Administrator1014966268%8
Nurse Practitioner1014795965%8.1
Physical Therapy Assistant0334466571%5.2
Respiratory Therapy Technician0332405358%4.1
Clinical Nurse Specialist0111512224%6.8
Occupational Therapy Aide02264910%6.4
Medical Director011636369%1
Occupational Therapy Assistant011101011%1
66 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
31 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
7 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
6 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 78%
5 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 64%
7 Nurse Aide in Training
% of Days 29%
3 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 75%
1 Administrator
% of Days 68%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 65%
3 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 71%
3 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 58%
1 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 24%
2 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 10%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 69%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 11%

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total census
88 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
7 residents (8%)
Medicaid
76 residents (86.4%)
Private pay or other
5 residents (5.7%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Family Member Group

Family members meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Nurse Aide Training

State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site

Active Family Council

Organized group of family members that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, resident care, and activities.

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Quality of care over time

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

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 9.0
27% better than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 12.4

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 18.3
18% better than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 22.3

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 9.9%
53% better than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 21.2%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 11.8%
52% better than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 24.5%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 33.3%
55% worse than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 21.4%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 5.9%
85% worse than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 3.2%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 12.6%
77% worse than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 7.1%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 1.5%
45% better than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 2.6%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 4.9%
21% better than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 6.2%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 3.1%
99% worse than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 1.5%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 21.5%
In line with Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 21.2%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 92.4%
In line with Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 95.9%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
In line with Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 97.0%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 77.9%
11% worse than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 87.9%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 4.5%
81% worse than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 2.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 84.8%
In line with Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 84.6%

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Elderly and Disabled Waiver

Mississippi Medicaid E&D Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled, Mississippi resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$4,000 (individual, higher than most states).

Higher asset limit; rural focus.

Mississippi Caregiver Respite Program

MS NFCSP Respite

Caregiver of someone 60+, Mississippi resident.

No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.

Not applicable.

Limited slots; rural emphasis.

Assisted Living (AL) Waiver

Mississippi Assisted Living Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled, Mississippi resident, Medicaid-eligible, NFLOC, living in approved AL facility.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual); QIT required.

$4,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).

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

Independent Living (IL) Waiver

Mississippi Independent Living Waiver

Age 16+ (65+ for seniors), Mississippi resident, Medicaid-eligible, NFLOC but capable of self-direction.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual); QIT required.

$4,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).

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

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Mississippi Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, Mississippi resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

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

Mississippi Homemaker Program

Mississippi Homemaker Program (via Area Agencies on Aging)

Age 60+, Mississippi resident, not Medicaid-eligible, needs assistance with daily living.

~$1,063/month (100% FPL, individual); prioritizes low-income.

Not strictly assessed; need-based focus.

10 AAAs; waitlist possible due to funding caps.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Mississippi SCSEP

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Mississippi resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents; MDES oversees.

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

Mississippi VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Mississippi resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

~$155,356 (net worth limit).

High veteran population in rural areas.

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