Diversicare of Meridian
Nursing Home, Skilled Nursing, Memory Care & Hospice Care · Meridian, MS
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Diversicare of Meridian

Nursing Home, Skilled Nursing, Memory Care & Hospice Care · Meridian, MS
CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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.
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Diversicare of Meridian accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay.

Overview of Diversicare of Meridian

Located in the heart of Mississippi, Diversicare of Meridian offers a sanctuary for patients and residents on their journey toward renewed confidence, self-respect, and a higher level of independence. Specializing in a wide array of services, including short-term rehabilitation, complex medical care, and long-term care needs, the center is committed to providing exceptional care tailored to individual requirements. Here, expert care meets genuine empathy, creating an environment where residents feel valued and supported as they navigate their paths to recovery and well-being.

At Diversicare of Meridian, the commitment to excellence extends to specialized services for veterans, including short-stay skilled services that encompass a range of critical healthcare needs. From wound care and cardiac care to IV therapy, dialysis care, pulmonary and respiratory care, and beyond, residents receive top-notch medical attention tailored to their unique circumstances. Amidst the tranquil surroundings, residents find not just comfort but a true sense of belonging.

(601) 482-8151

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.
▼ 21.9% Below MS avg. ▼ 21.9% Below MS avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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.
▼ 29.3% Below MS avg. ▼ 29.3% Below MS avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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.
▼ 8.3% Below MS avg. ▼ 8.3% Below MS avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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.
▼ 7.8% Below MS avg. ▼ 7.8% Below MS avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing hours breakdown

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 — compared to Mississippi state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 86th out of 110 homes in Mississippi. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
3h 45m per day
Rank #86 / 110Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 86th out of 110 homes in Mississippi. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Mississippi average, with a ranking across 110 Mississippi SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
This facility Mississippi avg (4h 20m per day)
vs Mississippi avg
-13%

4 of 6 metrics below state avg

Standout metric Registered Nurse (RN) is +11% above state avg
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. 42m per day ▲ 11% 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. 42m per day ▼ 35% 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. 1h 55m per day ▼ 23% 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. 2h 43m per day ▼ 23% State avg: 3h 31m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation. 2m per day ■ Avg State avg: 2m per day · National avg: 4m 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. 21m per day ▼ 5% State avg: 22m per day · National avg: 29m per day

Types of Care at Diversicare of Meridian

Skilled Nursing Memory Care Hospice Care

Capacity and availability

Avg. Length of Stay
80 days
Bed community size
120-bed community Rank #23 / 267Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 23rd out of 267 homes in Mississippi. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Mississippi SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 42 / 100 Rank #126 / 319Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 126th out of 319 homes in Mississippi. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Mississippi SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
83%
Rank #63 / 115Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 63rd out of 115 homes in Mississippi. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Mississippi average, with its Statewide rank out of 115. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Similar to the Mississippi average: 82.3%
Occupied beds
100 / 120
Average occupied beds in Mississippi homes 74 beds

License Details

Facility TypeNursing Home
CountyLauderdale

Ownership & Operating Entity

Diversicare of Meridian is legally operated by Diversicare of Meridian, LLC, and administrated by Raquel Guise.

Ownership TypeProprietary

Memory & Specialized Care

1 service
Does not offer Alzheimer's Care

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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 73 deficiencies

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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 2 Worse Metrics worse than Mississippi average:
• Total deficiencies (62% above)
• Deficiencies per year (63% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection January 27, 2026 Complaint Investigation

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

This Facility MS Average vs. MS Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 73 45 This facility has 62% more total deficiencies than a typical Mississippi nursing home (73 vs. MS avg 45).↑ 62% worse
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2019. 10.4 6.4 This facility has 63% more deficiencies per year than a typical Mississippi nursing home (10.4 vs. MS avg 6.4).↑ 63% worse

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • The most recent inspections on January 27, 2026, involved three complaint investigations related to abuse, neglect, resident rights, and pressure sores, with no deficiencies cited. Earlier inspections showed a mixed history, including a significant annual survey in May 2025 that cited multiple deficiencies related to staffing shortages during shift changes, food safety and storage issues, and maintenance concerns affecting the homelike environment. Prior complaint investigations generally found no deficiencies, though a substantiated complaint in March 2025 identified a failure to provide timely and effective pain management for a resident, resulting in harm. The facility has not faced fines, immediate jeopardy, or license actions in recent reports, and most complaints were unsubstantiated except for isolated cases involving care and staffing. The trend suggests improvement since the May 2025 survey, with recent complaint investigations showing compliance and no new deficiencies cited.

Health Inspection History

Inspections since 2021
Total health inspections 5

Mississippi average 4.4


Last Health inspection on May 2025

Total health citations
19 Rank #67 / 113Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 67th out of 113 homes in Mississippi. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Mississippi State average, with a ranking across all 113 MS SNFs. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Mississippi average 16.9

Citations per inspection
3.8 Rank #56 / 113Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 56th out of 113 homes in Mississippi. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Mississippi mean across 113 SNFs with citation data. Lower is better.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Mississippi average 3.83


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

16 of 19 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 3 of 19 resulted from complaint investigations.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 5 years)
Critical health citations
0
100% better than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 1


Serious health citations
1
9% better than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 1.1

0 critical citations Mississippi average: 1

1 serious citation Mississippi average: 1.1

18 moderate citations Mississippi average: 14.6

0 minor citations Mississippi average: 0.3
Citations history (last 5 years)
Administration moderate citation May 21, 2025
Corrected

Nursing Services moderate citation May 21, 2025
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation May 21, 2025
Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation May 21, 2025
Corrected

Staffing Data

Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.

Total staff 120
Employees 108
Contractors 12
Staff to resident ratio 1.22:1
25% worse than Mississippi average
Mississippi average ratio: 1.63:1 Mississippi average ratio: 1.63:1See full Mississippi ranking
Avg staff/day 48
Average shift 7.5 hours
6% worse than Mississippi average
Mississippi average: 8 hours Mississippi average shift: 8 hoursSee full Mississippi ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 33,012

Nursing staff breakdown

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

RN Staff Info All 15 RN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 15
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.4 hours
Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

LPN Staff Info All 29 LPN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 29
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.4 hours
Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

CNA Staff Info All 53 CNA Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 53
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.5 hours

Contractor staffing

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.

Total hours from contractors

6.1%

2,016 contractor hours this quarter

Physical Therapy Assistant: 3 Speech Language Pathologist: 2 Qualified Social Worker: 2 Physical Therapy Aide: 1 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 1 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1 Medical Director: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1

Staff by category

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Certified Nursing Assistant 53 0 53 17,563 92 100% 7.5
Licensed Practical Nurse 29 0 29 6,677 92 100% 7.4
Registered Nurse 15 0 15 2,809 92 100% 8.4
Clinical Nurse Specialist 6 0 6 1,693 65 71% 8.2
Speech Language Pathologist 0 2 2 507 63 68% 7.8
Administrator 1 0 1 504 63 68% 8
Dietitian 1 0 1 471 66 72% 7.1
Mental Health Service Worker 1 0 1 449 61 66% 7.4
Other Dietary Services Staff 1 0 1 424 67 73% 6.3
Nurse Practitioner 1 0 1 407 51 55% 8
Qualified Social Worker 0 2 2 386 69 75% 5.5
Physical Therapy Aide 0 1 1 358 65 71% 5.5
Respiratory Therapy Technician 0 1 1 285 63 68% 4.5
Physical Therapy Assistant 0 3 3 265 58 63% 4.6
Occupational Therapy Aide 0 1 1 145 24 26% 6.1
Medical Director 0 1 1 36 6 7% 6
Occupational Therapy Assistant 0 1 1 34 8 9% 4.3
53 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
29 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
15 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
6 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 71%
2 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 68%
1 Administrator
% of Days 68%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 72%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 66%
1 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 73%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 55%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 75%
1 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 71%
1 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 68%
3 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 63%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 26%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 7%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 9%

Penalties and fines

Includes penalties issued in 2025

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 amount $13K Rank #72 / 114Federal fines — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 72nd out of 114 homes in Mississippi. Shows this facility's cumulative CMS federal fine dollars versus the Mississippi average among facilities with fines, and where it ranks among 114 skilled nursing facilities in the pool. Lower total dollars mean a better rank.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
68% lower than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: $39K

Number of fines 1
50% fewer fines than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 2.0

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 0
100% fewer payment denials than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 0.2

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $13K
Mississippi average $39K
Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

1 penalty in the past 3 years

Mar 13, 2025 · $13K

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Mar 13, 2025
$13K

Last updated: Jan 2026

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. 9.1
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. 16.6
26% better than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 22.3

Long-stay resident measures
Below average Mississippi avg: 2.0 Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 17.4%
18% better than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 21.2%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 13.6%
44% 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 18.6%
13% better 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 1.5%
53% better than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 3.2%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 7.8%
9% worse than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 7.1%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 2.7%
5% worse than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 2.6%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 5.0%
20% better than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 6.2%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 0.0%
100% better than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 1.5%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 10.4%
51% better than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 21.2%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
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%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 2.04
16% 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. 4.83
68% worse than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 2.88

Short-stay resident measures
Below average Mississippi avg: 1.9 Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
14% better than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 87.9%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.4%
83% better than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 2.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 99.1%
17% better than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 84.6%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 34.8%
25% worse than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 27.9%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 20.2%
32% worse than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 15.3%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 0.0%
100% better than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 32.5%
39% worse than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 48.2%
5% worse than Mississippi average

Mississippi average: 50.6%

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

17% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 23 days

Private pay

62% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 29 days

Medicaid

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

Typical stay 9 - 10 months

Facility Characteristics

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

Total residents 98
Medicare
4
4.1% of residents
Medicaid
72
73.5% of residents
Private pay or other
22
22.4% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

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

Active Resident Council

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

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$12.5M
Profit
$1.7M
Privately-owned community Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$12.5M Rank #25 / 106Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 25th out of 106 homes in Mississippi. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Mississippi SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Profit
$1.7M
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations. Rank #56 / 106Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 56th out of 106 homes in Mississippi. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Mississippi average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$4.4M
35.1% of revenue Rank #94 / 106Payroll % — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 94th out of 106 homes in Mississippi. Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the Mississippi average. Well-run Mississippi SNFs typically land around 51–70% — the top third Statewide. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$6.4M
Total costs $10.7M

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Primarily long-term care, limited rehab

Most residents stay long-term, while a smaller portion are admitted for short-term rehab.

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Address 4.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Meridian's city center to Diversicare of Meridian's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.65 miles to nearest hospital (Fast Pace Health Urgent Care - Meridian - MS)

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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Mississippi

Diversicare of Meridian is located in Meridian, 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)

Compare Nursing Home around Meridian

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

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Trend Health and Rehab of Meridian
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).

HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

Meridian 60 91.7% +11% 5.68 +32% +23% $4.5k 11 3.7 - 53 37 Jacquelin Holliday $8.7M $3.6M 40.8% 255348
North Pointe Health Rehabilitation Services
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).

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Meridian 60 90.0% +9% 6.35 +6% +37% $0 8 2.7 - 54 13 - $9.8M $4.2M 42.9% 255340
Poplar Springs 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).

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Meridian 89 - - 5.00 +20% +8% $0 20 3.3 - 17 0 Shelley Hale $9.5M $5.1M 53.7% 255315
Diversicare of Meridian
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).

HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Meridian 120 83.3% +1% 3.75 +33% -19% $12.7k 19 3.8 1 95 42 William Trevvett $12.5M $4.4M 35.1% 255118
Reginald P. White Nursing Facility -
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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).

Meridian 70 92.9% +13% - - - - +98% - - 15 3.0 4 65 7 Diana S. Mikula - - - 25A123

Frequently Asked Questions about Diversicare of Meridian

Is Diversicare of Meridian in a walkable area?

Diversicare of Meridian has a walk score of 42. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the occupancy rate at Diversicare of Meridian?

Diversicare of Meridian's occupancy is 83%.

Who is the administrator of Diversicare of Meridian?

Raquel Guise is the administrator of Diversicare of Meridian.

How many beds does Diversicare of Meridian have?

Diversicare of Meridian has 120 beds.

Are there photos of Diversicare of Meridian?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Diversicare of Meridian in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the phone number of Diversicare of Meridian?

(601) 482-8151 will put you in contact with the team at Diversicare of Meridian.

What county is Diversicare of Meridian located in?

Diversicare of Meridian is in Lauderdale County.

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