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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Scott County, MS
Assisted living costs in Scott County average about $3,782 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 42 communities in Scott County. Our detailed directory has 296 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.
As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Morton, Forest and Carthage.
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Extra Care has taken excellent care for my Mom now for five years since she was diagnosed with dementia .I personally visited all of the personal care homes in Jones County before I decided to place my mom...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Extra Care is a warm and cozy senior care home located in the city of Laurel and Jones County. Extra Care insists in providing the seniors with a comfortable place to call home where they can receive the services they need to live as independent as medically possible. The group home setting...
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Cost of assisted living in Scott County, MS
The average cost of senior living in Scott County is $3,782 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Walnut Grove, MS with an average of $2,388 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Scott County, MS vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Scott County, MS vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Scott County vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Scott County, MS by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Scott County, MS
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What families are saying about assisted living in Scott County
Recent reviews for assisted living in Scott County
Brookdale Meridian
4.1
Meals where over the top!
Staff that did the work of taking care of mother where awesome. Great Ladies.
Administration staff is not. They still have an open balance in their bill pay website for an amount we don't owe. I am so glad we did not setup recurring payments from her checking account. ...
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SummerHouse Beau Ridge in Ridgeland, MS
5.0
The Memory Care facility has been wonderful. We have been blessed to find a place for our mother.
Everyone there has been so caring and kind.
It was a very emotional experience for us to have to find a place for our mother but the transition was so easy. We are forever grateful to all the ...
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The Blake at Flowood
5.0
The Blake at Flowood is a great community. Everyone here is extremely easy to work with and talk to. No where is going to be perfect, but they’re trying. Any issue I had was listened to with open ears and the task was jumped on immediately. They have really improved their staff and care lately. ...
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Scott County review score based on 57 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 57 reviews of 35 Scott County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Scott County review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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
Scott County review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Scott County assisted living
When assisted living 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 57 reviews of 35 Scott County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Scott County resident and family assisted living 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.Scott County, MS averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.1
Value for cost*
4.0
4.1
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Scott County assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Scott County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Scott County, 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 Scott County assisted living
Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Scott County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
51.4%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
25.7%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
51.4%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
22.9%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
42.9%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
45.7%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Scott County assisted living
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 Scott County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Scott County, MSNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
48.6%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
28.6%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
42.9%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
8.6%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Scott County assisted living
Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Scott County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Scott County, MSNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
34.3%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.4%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
22.9%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25.7%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.6%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Scott County assisted living
Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Scott County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Scott County, MSNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
17.1%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.1%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
20%
35.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Scott County assisted living
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Scott County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
45.7%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.7%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.6%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
48.6%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.1%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31.4%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.9%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
25.7%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.1%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.1%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Scott County
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Mississippi assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Scott County protect seniors.
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Madison Home Place, The Orchard Continuing Care Retirement Community and Brookdale Clinton are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Scott County, Mississippi. See full list of communities.
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