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8 Best Independent Living Communities in Okolona, MS
The cost of independent living in Okolona is about $3,050 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 8 options. Read 14 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.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Tupelo, Pontotoc and Amory.
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9.2
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5 reviews
The facility is very clean, well staffed and caring of the residents. The meals are well balanced and flavorful. I recommend this facility. The room is large and so is the bathroom. They are kept clean and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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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7.8
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7 reviews
They go way above their duties. It takes special people to work day in and day out dealing with the memory care unit. [names removed] are excellent. Thank you for taking such good care of my aunt.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
Minutes from downtown Tupelo, Magnolia Tupelo is located in a beautiful country setting surrounded by a forest of oaks and tall swaying pines. With private and semi-private studios and deluxe suites, Magnolia Tupelo offers a pleasing variety of living arrangements for any senior who wants to live...
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1.0
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2 reviews
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.
Once you’ve experienced the gracious amenities and professionalism to be found at AvonLea Assisted Living, a place where assisted living meets independent living, you’ll agree it’s a place that’s difficult to forget.In this community, everything is about an invigorating lifestyle — along with the...
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.
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
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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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 independent living in Okolona, MS
The average cost of senior living in Okolona is $3,050 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Aberdeen, MS with an average of $1,662 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Okolona, MS vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Okolona, MS vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Okolona vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Okolona, MS by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Okolona
Recent reviews for independent living in Okolona
Landmark Lifestyles at Tupelo
4.9
She was the first to live in her room. She had to be placed in a separate behavioral center for ten which helped her. They have a nurse on site 24/7 and they took her to the hospital when she suddenly became ill with RSV on December 31. The ratio of staff to residents is good. She seemed to ...
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Magnolia Manor at Tupelo
4.4
I understand how hard it is to find quality staff. However, there has been a lot of complaints about one of the nurses at this facility. (Not [name removed], which no longer works there) I personally experienced it myself on a Friday evening at 6pm. I was called and told my family member was out ...
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Okolona independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Okolona independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Okolona, 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 Okolona 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 Okolona partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Okolona, MSNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
12.5%
32.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Okolona 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 Okolona communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Okolona, MSNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
12.5%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
12.5%
36%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Okolona 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 Okolona offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Okolona, MSNational
Activity director
Activity director
25%
44.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
42%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.5%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
37.5%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.5%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Landmark Lifestyles at Tupelo, Magnolia Manor at Tupelo and The Manor on Lawndale are the top-rated independent living facilities near Okolona, Mississippi. See full list of communities.
There are 8 independent living facilities near Okolona, Mississippi. See the full list.
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