The Orchards
Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Respite Care & Skilled Nursing · Ridgeland, MS

The Orchards

Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Respite Care & Skilled Nursing · Ridgeland, MS

Overview of The Orchards

The Orchards has innovatively approached assisted living while maintaining a healthy relationship between staff and residents. Specializing in independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing, seniors receive personalized care uniquely designed based on their needs. The continuing care retirement community offers convenience, comfort, and assurance so residents can rest easy knowing they’re in good hands.

Expect nothing but excellent services and commitment from The Orchards. Management and staff are dedicated to ensuring that residents live their best lives; its essential services include housekeeping, restaurant-style dining, social activities, and scheduled transportation.

Bed community size
106-bed community Rank #50 / 266Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 50th out of 266 homes in Mississippi for Bed Count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Mississippi facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Mississippi that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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.
Years in operation
41 years in operation Rank #3 / 28Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 3rd out of 28 homes in Mississippi for Years In Operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Mississippi facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Mississippi that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 47 / 100 Rank #100 / 319Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 100th out of 319 homes in Mississippi for Walk Score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Mississippi facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Mississippi that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypePersonal Care Home
CountyMadison

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Orchards is legally operated by Jackson Metro,.

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactMr. Thad McLaurin, General Partner (per BBB, record updated May 2026)

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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 400 / 575 / 700 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

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Address 1.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Ridgeland's city center to The Orchards's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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

CMS & MS Dept. of Health data

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MS AVG 70
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MS AVG 84.3
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4.29
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MS AVG 4.63
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Facility $5.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG $9.6M
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Facility $2.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG $3.5M
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49.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 49.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG 37.9%
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Facility 60
MS AVG 70
Rank #121 / 266
98.3%
Facility 98.3%
MS AVG 84.3
Rank #1 / 108
+17%
6.02
Facility 6.02
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #6 / 116
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Facility $0
MS AVG $40.1k
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Facility 15
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #46 / 115
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Facility $6.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG $9.6M
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Facility $3.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG $3.5M
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56.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 56.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG 37.9%
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Lakeland Nursing & Rehab
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Jackson
105
Facility 105
MS AVG 70
Rank #53 / 266
85.7%
Facility 85.7%
MS AVG 84.3
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4.36
Facility 4.36
MS AVG 4.63
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Facility $8.4k
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MS AVG 16.9
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Facility $4.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
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Facility 180
MS AVG 70
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3.96
Facility 3.96
MS AVG 4.63
Rank #79 / 116
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MS AVG $40.1k
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27
Facility 27
MS AVG 16.9
Rank #93 / 115
3.4
Facility 3.4
MS AVG 3.8
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70
Facility 70
MS AVG 33
Rank #15 / 319
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Facility $16.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG $9.6M
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Facility $8.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG $3.5M
Rank #3 / 112
50.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 50.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MS AVG 37.9%
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Financial Assistance for
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The Orchards 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
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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)

Frequently Asked Questions about The Orchards

What neighborhood is The Orchards in?

The Orchards is in the Squirrel Hill neighborhood of Ridgeland.

Who is the owner of The Orchards?

The Orchards is legally operated by Jackson Metro,.

Is The Orchards in a walkable area?

The Orchards has a walk score of 47. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Are pets allowed at The Orchards?

Yes, The Orchards allows residents to bring their pets.

How many beds does The Orchards have?

The Orchards has 106 beds.

Are there photos of The Orchards?

Yes — there are 3 photos of The Orchards in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of The Orchards?

The Orchards is located at 600 S Pear Orchard Rd, Ridgeland, MS 39157.

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