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The cost of independent living in Anchorage is about $3,117 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 43 options. Read 269 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Photo of Harmony Court Assisted Living
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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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 Cottonwood Glen
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 Golden Age Inc
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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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They did very good job while we were there. She started to need more care than they were able to provide. She lived there a long time. It was clean and they were friendly. We really liked it there.
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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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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.
The Admiral Retirement Center is centrally located in the state's capitol of Jackson, Mississippi. Jackson is part of Hinds, Madison, and Rankin counties. Being the largest city in the entire state, the area is rich with activities and has a long standing history. Jackson is an exciting place to...
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Cost of independent living in Anchorage, MS

The average cost of senior living in Anchorage is $3,117 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Anguilla, MS with an average of $2,052 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Anchorage, MS vs. nearby cities

Anchorage, MS
$3,117/mo
$3,355/mo
$2,052/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Anchorage, MS vs. the state and national average

Anchorage, MS
$3,117/mo
U.S. national average
$4,048/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Anchorage vs. other types of senior living

$4,177/mo
Independent Living
$3,117/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Anchorage, MS by room type

Semi-Private
$3,999/mo
Studio
$3,923/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,477/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,893/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Anchorage over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Anchorage

Recent reviews for independent living in Anchorage

The Orchard Continuing Care Retirement Community in Ridgeland, MS

5.0
The Orchard Continuing Care Retirement Community is a nice facility with an organized system to take great care of their residents. I feel that my mother is well taken care of and has a great deal of space to walk around during the day inside and outside. She's not confined to a small space ...
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The Blake at Township in Ridgeland, MS

5.0
The Blake at Township community was great, and we picked this community because our loved one had a Chihuahua and they allowed pets there. That was a really big plus.

Ridgeland Place

4.5
I think moving my mother to Ridgeland Place was a good decision. I really appreciate staff members who have gone out of their way to make Mom's experience a welcoming one and who have accommodated special requests from my family to enhance my mother's well being.

Anchorage independent living services and amenities

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

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Anchorage independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Anchorage partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25%
20.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
18.8%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
15.6%
30.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
12.5%
33.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.1%
8.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Anchorage independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Anchorage communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
15.6%
36%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.4%
43%
Room service
Room service
21.9%
36.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Anchorage independent 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 independent living communities in Anchorage offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
34.4%
44.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.8%
28%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.3%
32.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.5%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
34.4%
48.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
37.5%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
31.3%
42.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
18.8%
37.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.1%
41.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
34.4%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
31.3%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
18.8%
32.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.9%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
31.3%
46%
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The Waterford on Highland Colony, Madison Home Place and The Orchard Continuing Care Retirement Community are the top-rated independent living facilities near Anchorage, Mississippi. See full list of communities.

There are 43 independent living facilities near Anchorage, Mississippi. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Anchorage, Mississippi is The Waterford on Highland Colony. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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