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 The Orchard

The Orchard is a continuing care retirement community located in Ridgeland, Mississippi. It offers individualized options for independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing care, and memory care. The community provides a supportive environment with various amenities and services to enhance the quality of life for its residents.

(601) 856-2205

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 106

106-bed community

A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

About this community

License details

Facility type

Personal Care Homes

County: Madison

Additional licensing details

Awards: Voted Best Retirement Community in Ridgeland 2023

Ownership & operating entity

Owner name: Jackson Metro,

Care Services

Nursing Services

Respite Care

Memory Care

Independent Living

Skilled Nursing

Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Short-Term Rehab

All Levels of Care

Independent Living

Assisted Living

Skilled Nursing Care

Memory Care

Amenities & Lifestyle

On-site and scheduled services

restaurant-style dining

wellness activities

social gatherings

exercise classes

spiritual outlets

engaging programming

Programs & Activities

Specific Programs

Independent Living Apartments, Assisted Living Apartments, Skilled Nursing Care, Memory / Alzheimer’s Care

Dining & Nutrition

Food Description

Chef Michael Moore oversees a gourmet, nutritious and ever-changing array of delicious options for the restaurant-style dining that residents enjoy.

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

Bedford Care Center of Mendenhall

Mendenhall

93.5%

+14%

5.42

+17%

Bedford Health Properties, Llc

$8,7M

$2,5M

29.3%

255149

Billdora Senior Care

Tylertown

77.1%

-6%

5.14

+11%

$5,9M

$2,5M

42.7%

255243

Azalea Gardens Nursing Center

Wiggins

65.4%

-21%

4.32

-7%

Cain, Avonna

$8,2M

$3,3M

40.3%

255233

Attala County Nursing Center

Kosciusko

120

75.9%

-8%

4.03

-13%

100

Hood, Amy

$8,7M

$4,3M

48.8%

255191

The Orchard

Ridgeland

106

68.1%

-17%

3.88

-16%

111

Frank, Angel

$13,9M

$6,0M

42.9%

235521

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:

RN share vs State Avg: +2%

Staffing vs State Avg: +17%

Number of Fines: 1

Citations: 5

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:

RN share vs State Avg: -26%

Staffing vs State Avg: +11%

Number of Fines: 1

Citations: 9

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:

RN share vs State Avg: -16%

Staffing vs State Avg: -7%

Citations: 13

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:

RN share vs State Avg: -7%

Staffing vs State Avg: -13%

Citations: 18

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

The Orchard

Overall Rating:

Type of care: NH AL

Community: Ridgeland

Bed Count: 106

Occupancy: 68.1%

Occupancy vs State Avg: -17%

Nurse hrs per resident/day: 3.9

Health Insp Rating:

Staffing Rating:

QM Rating:

Staffing vs State Avg: -16%

Number of Fines: 1

Avg Residents/Day: 110.50

Operator: Frank, Angel

Home Revenue: $13,940,562.00

Payroll Costs: $5,976,785.00

Payroll %: 42.9%

CCN: 235521

600 South Pear Orchard Road, Ridgeland, MS 39157

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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.

The Orchard

The Orchard

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Medium-capacity home

About this community

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Independent Living (IL) Waiver

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Mississippi Homemaker Program

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

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The Orchard

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

About this community

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Additional licensing details

Ownership & operating entity

Care Services

All Levels of Care

Amenities & Lifestyle

Programs & Activities

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Eldertainment

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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)

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

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