Samaritan Garden Personal Care Home

Q: Who is the owner of Samaritan Garden Personal Care Home?

The legal owner and operator of Samaritan Garden Personal Care Home is Mary E. Pulliam.

Q: Is Samaritan Garden Personal Care Home in a walkable area?

Samaritan Garden Personal Care Home has a walk score of 19. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

Q: How many beds does Samaritan Garden Personal Care Home have?

Samaritan Garden Personal Care Home has 28 beds.

Q: What is the phone number of Samaritan Garden Personal Care Home?

(662) 566-9974 will put you in contact with the team at Samaritan Garden Personal Care Home.

Q: What county is Samaritan Garden Personal Care Home located in?

Samaritan Garden Personal Care Home is in Lee County.

Q: Is Samaritan Garden Personal Care Home Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Samaritan Garden Personal Care Home is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

Overview of Samaritan Garden Personal Care Home

In Tupelo, Mississippi, Samaritan Garden Personal Care Home offers a vibrant and clean environment, enriched with local activities, events, and entertainment options for residents’ enjoyment. Its strategic location near pharmacies, hospitals, and specialists ensures convenience for residents’ healthcare needs.

The competent staff provides excellent support, giving families peace of mind. The home offers a variety of amenities and services, including engaging social, educational, and entertaining activities. Outdoor common areas, on-site beautician, and devotional services enhance the warm and inviting atmosphere of the common areas. Residents can experience a comfortable and supportive living environment in this community.

(662) 566-9974

28-bed community

A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

Walk Score: 19 / 100

Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Facility TypePersonal Care Home

CountyLee

Samaritan Garden Personal Care Home is legally operated by Mary E. Pulliam.

Does not offer Alzheimer's Care

What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Housing Options: Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms

Building Type: Single-story

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

Types of Care at Samaritan Garden Personal Care Home

Assisted Living Home Care

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

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)

3.9 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Tupelo's city center to Samaritan Garden Personal Care Home's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.75 miles to nearest hospital (NMMC Women's Hospital)

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Who is the owner of Samaritan Garden Personal Care Home?

The legal owner and operator of Samaritan Garden Personal Care Home is Mary E. Pulliam.

Is Samaritan Garden Personal Care Home in a walkable area?

Samaritan Garden Personal Care Home has a walk score of 19. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

How many beds does Samaritan Garden Personal Care Home have?

Samaritan Garden Personal Care Home has 28 beds.

What is the phone number of Samaritan Garden Personal Care Home?

(662) 566-9974 will put you in contact with the team at Samaritan Garden Personal Care Home.

What county is Samaritan Garden Personal Care Home located in?

Samaritan Garden Personal Care Home is in Lee County.

Is Samaritan Garden Personal Care Home Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Samaritan Garden Personal Care Home is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.