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The cost of independent living in Barbara is about $3,343 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 56 options. Read 184 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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My mother is a permanent resident here at Magnolia and I am extremely happy with the care and cleanliness of this facility. She gets the very best of 24/7 round the clock care. The staff is the best. The...
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Located in Ellisville, Mississippi, Magnolia Gardens provides a welcoming and beautiful space designed to meet the needs of a wide range of seniors in a friendly community setting. Within a peaceful, residential neighborhood, our community is only a few minutes from several restaurants and...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
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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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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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I have been very happy with Country Gables. They really try to make it a home like atmosphere with lots and hugs and one on one. You would really think that it is a bed and breakfast inn somewhere. The...
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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.
Country Gables Assisted Living is a senior community situated in the small town of Grand Bay, AL. This town, known for its peach and pecan orchards, is located just a few miles inland from the Mississippi Sound. Grand Bay is best known for its annual Watermelon Festival, which offers visitors and...
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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
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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
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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
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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.
Magnolia Gardens Assisted Living is a quaint, idyllic assisted living community in heart of Pinellas Park, FL. Set on Florida's beautiful gulf coast in a small town outside of Tampa, residents can enjoy the beach all year round, creating a perfect place for friends and family to visit, whether...
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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
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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
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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
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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.
Cost of independent living in Barbara, MS
The average cost of senior living in Barbara is $3,343 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include State Line, MS with an average of $2,650 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Barbara, MS vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Barbara, MS vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Barbara
Recent reviews for independent living in Barbara
Summerfield Senior Living of Gulfport
4.6
It's a good environment for independent living. The residents get the feeling of living in an apartment and being independent. The studio is small, but it's neat and clean. It's an enjoyable place with plenty of activities.
The Claiborne at Gulfport Highlands
4.8
The cleanliness, the organization and the friendliness of the staff members at Claiborne immediately stood out to our family. We like the location of this community and how it is newer and based on our experience so far we would recommend this community to others.
Crescent Landing at Hattiesburg
5.0
Amazing Facility and incredible Staff.
I am so happy I chose this Facility for my Mom who enjoys living here.
The staff is amazing and always available for help and are so caring.
[name removed] the Administrator cares very much for her residents and has helped me anytime I have an issue.
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Barbara independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Barbara independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Barbara, 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 Barbara 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 Barbara partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Barbara, MSNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20.8%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
18.8%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
16.7%
30.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.6%
33.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.3%
8.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Barbara 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 Barbara communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Barbara, MSNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20.8%
36%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.9%
43%
Room service
Room service
16.7%
36.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.4%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Barbara 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 Barbara offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Barbara, MSNational
Activity director
Activity director
22.9%
44.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.8%
28%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.7%
32.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
25%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25%
48.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
22.9%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
14.6%
42.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
18.8%
37.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20.8%
41.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
22.9%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
22.9%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
20.8%
32.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.6%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
20.8%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Truewood by Merrill, Ocean Springs, SummerHouse Bay Cove Assisted Living and Brookdale Hattiesburg Assisted Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Barbara, Mississippi. See full list of communities.
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