The Orchard
Nursing Home · Mississippi, MS

The Orchard

Nursing Home · Mississippi, MS

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
Bed community size
106-bed community Rank #54 / 268Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 54th out of 268 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: 3 / 100 Rank #280 / 319Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 280th 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Awards

AwardsVoted Best Retirement Community in Ridgeland 2023

License Details

Facility TypePersonal Care Homes
CountyMadison

Ownership & Operating Entity

Owner NameJackson Metro,

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab

Additional Services

1 service
Skilled Nursing Care

Amenities & Lifestyle

On-Site And Scheduled Services
Restaurant-Style Dining
Wellness Activities
Social Gatherings
Exercise Classes
Spiritual Outlets
Engaging Programming
Specific ProgramsIndependent Living Apartments, Assisted Living Apartments

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionChef 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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Address 1.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Ridgeland's city center to The Orchard's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Mississippi

The Orchard is located in Ridgeland, 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 Mississippi

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

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AL

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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.

IL

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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.

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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.

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions about The Orchard

Who is the owner of The Orchard?

The legal owner and operator of The Orchard is Jackson Metro,.

Is The Orchard in a walkable area?

The Orchard has a walk score of 3. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

How many beds does The Orchard have?

The Orchard has 106 beds.

Are there photos of The Orchard?

Yes — there are 9 photos of The Orchard in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of The Orchard?

The Orchard is located at 600 South Pear Orchard Road.

What is the phone number of The Orchard?

(601) 856-2205 will put you in contact with the team at The Orchard.

What county is The Orchard located in?

The Orchard is in Madison County.

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