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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Smith, MS

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Memory care in Smith offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Smith is about $5,337 per month.

To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 30 communities, read 133 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Mendenhall, Service and Collins.

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Photo of The Grove
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of Myrtles
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of Villa South Assisted Living
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of BeeHive Homes of Forest
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Cost of memory care in Smith, MS

The average cost of senior living in Smith is $5,337 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Laurel, MS with an average of $5,337 per month.

Memory care costs in Smith, MS, vs. state and national averages

Smith, MS
$5,337/mo
U.S. national average
$6,999/mo

Memory care costs in Smith, MS, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$5,337/mo

Memory care costs in Smith, MS, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,313/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,832/mo

Senior living costs in Smith vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Smith, MS
Column state: Mississippi
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSmith, MSMississippiU.S.
Memory Care$5,337/mo$5,804/mo$6,999/mo
Assisted Living$3,722/mo$4,275/mo$5,830/mo
Independent Living$3,267/mo$3,121/mo$3,520/mo
Memory Care
Smith, MS:$5,337/mo
Mississippi:$5,804/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Assisted Living
Smith, MS:$3,722/mo
Mississippi:$4,275/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Independent Living
Smith, MS:$3,267/mo
Mississippi:$3,121/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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What families are saying about memory care in Smith

Recent reviews for memory care in Smith

Castlewoods Place in Brandon, MS

4.9
The staff in Memory Care at Castlewoods is exceptional. Their loving, caring and patience in dealing with their residents is evident on every visit I have had to see my Mom. It gives me peace and joy to know my Mom is in such care. I appreciate the activities they have to stimulate the minds and ...
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Magnolia Gardens Assisted Living of Ellisville

2.9
I moved my mom into this community for good care. I am not happy that they moved her into another room and did not infor us. She is happy that the community is clean. She seems to be happy with the meals. They do offer her activities, but she is not active. I would not recommend this community ...
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Brookdale Hattiesburg Assisted Living

4.9
What we like the most about the community is their friendly staff -- all of them! The food is good and they learn the residents names quickly as well as the names of their family members.

Smith review score based on 31 family reviews

8.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 31 reviews of 30 Smith memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Smith review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Smith review score compared against nearby cities

8.9
Smith, MS30 facilities
8.8
Laurel, MS31 facilities
0
Mount Olive, MS7 facilities

Review subcategories for Smith memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 31 reviews of 30 Smith memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Smith resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Smith, MS averageNational average
Cleanliness
2.8
3.7
Friendliness
2.9
3.8
Care services
2.7
3.5
Staff
2.7
3.7
Meals & dining
2.6
3.4
Activities
2.6
3.3
Value for cost*
2.7
3.4
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Smith memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Smith memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Smith, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Smith memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Smith that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Smith, MSNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
33.3%
63.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
20%
47.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
33.3%
69.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
3.3%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.7%
89.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
30%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
16.7%
69.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Smith memory care

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Smith Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Smith, MSNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
30%
72.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
20%
45.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
23.3%
68%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
3.3%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Smith memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Smith partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Smith, MSNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20%
44.8%
No sugar
No sugar
13.3%
41.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
50.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10%
22.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Smith memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Smith communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Smith, MSNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
13.3%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.3%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
13.3%
37.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.3%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Smith memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Smith offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Smith, MSNational
Activity director
Activity director
23.3%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.7%
33.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
10%
29%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30%
53.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30%
51.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
23.3%
59.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
23.3%
39.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
35.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16.7%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
23.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
26.7%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
32.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
3.3%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
20%
46.3%
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State regulations for memory care in Smith

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Mississippi memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Smith protect seniors.
Learn about Mississippi memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Hattiesburg Assisted Living, Plain View Assisted Living and Brookdale Hattiesburg Memory Care are the top-rated memory care facilities near Smith, Mississippi. See full list of communities.
There are 30 memory care facilities near Smith, Mississippi. See the full list.
The 30 memory care facilities near you in Smith, Mississippi typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Smith, Mississippi, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Smith, Mississippi, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Smith, Mississippi ranges from $3100 to $8770. The average Memory Care cost in Smith, Mississippi is $5,337. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Smith, Mississippi typically starts at $3100. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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