Truewood by Merrill, Ocean Springs

Q: What neighborhood is Truewood by Merrill, Ocean Springs in?

Truewood by Merrill, Ocean Springs is in the 1260 neighborhood of Ocean Springs.

Q: Who is the owner of Truewood by Merrill, Ocean Springs?

The legal owner and operator of Truewood by Merrill, Ocean Springs is MG Ocean Springs.

Q: Is Truewood by Merrill, Ocean Springs in a walkable area?

Truewood by Merrill, Ocean Springs has a walk score of 40. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Q: How many beds does Truewood by Merrill, Ocean Springs have?

Truewood by Merrill, Ocean Springs has 72 beds.

Q: Are there photos of Truewood by Merrill, Ocean Springs?

Yes — there are 5 photos of Truewood by Merrill, Ocean Springs in the photo gallery on this page.

Q: What is the address of Truewood by Merrill, Ocean Springs?

Truewood by Merrill, Ocean Springs is located at 1260 Ocean Springs Rd, Ocean Springs, MS 39564.

Q: What is the phone number of Truewood by Merrill, Ocean Springs?

(228) 382-3234 will put you in contact with the team at Truewood by Merrill, Ocean Springs.

Overview of Truewood by Merrill, Ocean Springs

Truewood by Merrill, Ocean Springs is a premier senior living community in Ocean Springs, Mississippi, offering a luxurious and comfortable home for its residents. The community features a red-brick colonial exterior, serene walking paths, and a gorgeous courtyard, providing a tranquil environment for residents to thrive. Truewood by Merrill, Ocean Springs offers independent living and personal care options to accommodate residents’ varying needs. The independent living option provides the freedom to live life as desired, with team members handling housekeeping, home maintenance, and cooking. The personal care option offers additional assistance with activities of daily living, medication management, and scheduled transportation.

The community boasts a variety of amenities, including private mailboxes, community sun porches, and landscaped gardens with courtyards and fountains. Residents can enjoy the library, beauty salon, and large, bright community living rooms. The community also offers a resident-driven calendar with activities such as fitness classes, cooking classes, game nights, and religious services. Residents can choose from spacious studios and one-bedroom apartments, with the option to live alongside a roommate or pet. The community is close to local dining, shopping, and activities, as well as the city’s expansive health campus, ensuring convenient access to medical care. Truewood by Merrill, Ocean Springs is a personal care home that provides residential accommodations, personal service, and social care to the elderly, offering a fulfilling retirement experience.

(228) 382-3234

72-bed community

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

Walk Score: 40 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Facility TypePersonal Care Home

CountyJackson

Truewood by Merrill, Ocean Springs is legally operated by MG Ocean Springs.

Does not offer Alzheimer's Care

What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Semi-Private Rooms

Building Type: Two-story

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

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7.7 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Ocean Springs's city center to Truewood by Merrill, Ocean Springs's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.3 miles to nearest hospital (Singing River Neurology)

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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

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)

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

4 facilities compared · CMS & MS Dept. of Health data

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Forrest General Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit	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). 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.	Hattiesburg (Parkhaven)	29 Facility 29 MS AVG 71 Rank #219 / 267	-	-	8.64	+89%	+87%	$0	3	1.0	-	28	67 Facility 67 MS AVG 33 Rank #19 / 319	-	-	-	-	255335
Bedford Care Center of Petal	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). 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.	Petal	60 Facility 60 MS AVG 71 Rank #123 / 267	95.0%	+15%	5.42	-7%	+17%	$22.2k	5	1.7	-	53	27 Facility 27 MS AVG 33 Rank #188 / 319	Bedford Health Properties, LLC	$8.7M	$3.8M	43.5%	255149
Traceway Retirement Community	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). 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 Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.	Tupelo (West Main Street)	140 Facility 140 MS AVG 71 Rank #15 / 267	-	-	5.85	-43%	+26%	$0	17	2.8	1	133	43 Facility 43 MS AVG 33 Rank #122 / 319	United Methodist Senior Services Health Care, Inc	$22.0M	$11.6M	52.7%	255309
Gulfport Care 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). 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.	Gulfport	90 Facility 90 MS AVG 71 Rank #82 / 267	82.2%	0%	4.67	-28%	+1%	$33.6k	24	6.0	5	74	9 Facility 9 MS AVG 33 Rank #248 / 319	Gerard And Alison Danos Childrens Tr	$6.9M	$4.8M	70.1%	255341

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What neighborhood is Truewood by Merrill, Ocean Springs in?

Truewood by Merrill, Ocean Springs is in the 1260 neighborhood of Ocean Springs.

Who is the owner of Truewood by Merrill, Ocean Springs?

The legal owner and operator of Truewood by Merrill, Ocean Springs is MG Ocean Springs.

Is Truewood by Merrill, Ocean Springs in a walkable area?

Truewood by Merrill, Ocean Springs has a walk score of 40. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

How many beds does Truewood by Merrill, Ocean Springs have?

Truewood by Merrill, Ocean Springs has 72 beds.

Are there photos of Truewood by Merrill, Ocean Springs?

Yes — there are 5 photos of Truewood by Merrill, Ocean Springs in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Truewood by Merrill, Ocean Springs?

Truewood by Merrill, Ocean Springs is located at 1260 Ocean Springs Rd, Ocean Springs, MS 39564.

What is the phone number of Truewood by Merrill, Ocean Springs?

(228) 382-3234 will put you in contact with the team at Truewood by Merrill, Ocean Springs.

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