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The cost of independent living in Merrill is about $3,270 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 76 options. Read 387 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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There are 61 manufactured homes in our community in which one must be 55 or better in order to buy. There are no rentals or leases. We do not own the land and therefore pay a monthly fee for which we...
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.
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Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Provides: Independent Living
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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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Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal 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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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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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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Provides: Independent Living
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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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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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Provides: Independent Living
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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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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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Provides: Independent Living
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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.
      We are an independent living retirement community for senior adults age 62 and older.60 apartments are Market Rent40 apartments are HUD subsidized and are income restricted.            
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Provides: Independent Living
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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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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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Provides: Independent Living
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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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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.
Alden Pointe is Hattiesburg's premier assisted living and memory care community, providing exemplary services to its residents since 2004. The community is comprised of 36 suites in three neighborhoods, two for assisted living and one dedicated to memory care. Alden Pointe's team believes in...
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We are very happy with the car that we received her from this community. The staff are very caring and were helpful for some special needs. The community was clean and we very pleased with the therapy that...
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.
Brookwood Villa Assisted Living is located in Waynesboro, Mississippi, located in the southeastern county of Wayne. Wayne County was founded in 1809 and is known for its close proximity to Alabama, Mobile and Montgomery and New Orleans, Louisiana as well as its delicious farm grown blueberries. ...
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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.

Cost of independent living in Merrill, MS

The average cost of senior living in Merrill is $3,270 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Waynesboro, MS with an average of $2,467 per month.

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

Merrill, MS
$3,270/mo
$3,528/mo
$3,257/mo

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

Merrill, MS
$3,270/mo
U.S. national average
$4,024/mo

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

$3,667/mo
Independent Living
$3,270/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,526/mo
Studio
$3,853/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,953/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,668/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Merrill

Recent reviews for independent living in Merrill

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.

Proveer at Port City in Mobile, AL

4.5
I would say that they could do better in the nutrition department where diabetic patients are left with few options for an appropriate diet. I picked this community because of the availability and convenient location.

Merrill independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Merrill independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Merrill, 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 Merrill 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 Merrill partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Merrill, MSNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
21.1%
19.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
19.7%
33%
No sugar
No sugar
15.8%
30.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.5%
32.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.9%
7.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Merrill 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 Merrill communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Merrill, MSNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
17.1%
35.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.4%
42%
Room service
Room service
15.8%
35.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.2%
16.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Merrill 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 Merrill offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Merrill, MSNational
Activity director
Activity director
21.1%
43.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.1%
27.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.1%
31.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
25%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
21.1%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
18.4%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
19.7%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18.4%
40.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
23.7%
46.1%
Live performances
Live performances
23.7%
45.7%
Dances
Dances
18.4%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.2%
38.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
22.4%
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Asher Point Independent Living of Mobile, Truewood by Merrill, Ocean Springs and Proveer at Port City are the top-rated independent living facilities near Merrill, Mississippi. See full list of communities.

There are 76 independent living facilities near Merrill, Mississippi. See the full list.

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