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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Watson Center, MS

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The cost of independent living in Watson Center is about $3,664 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 92 options.

Read 1842 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. You may also consider nearby communities such as Germantown, Collierville and Olive Branch.

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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: 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: Senior Apartments
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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.
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.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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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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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: 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: Assisted Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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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Provides: Senior Apartments
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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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Provides: Senior Apartments
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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.
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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Dunlap is a wonderful place to house your loved ones! It's affordable, clean, the staff is very attentive. I think the person with the negative comment in Oct. 2014 had some personal issues that didn't...
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.
The William H Dunlap Center serves the greater Mid-South area by providing quality assisted care in a family like setting to individuals and couples in a loving Christian environment at an affordable cost so that they may live comfortable and dignified lives during their retirement years. Dunlap...
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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.

Cost of independent living in Watson Center, MS

The average cost of senior living in Watson Center is $3,664 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Abbeville, MS with an average of $3,178 per month.

Independent living costs in Watson Center, MS, vs. state and national averages

Watson Center, MS
$3,664/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Watson Center, MS, vs. other senior living options

$5,964/mo
Independent Living
$3,664/mo

Independent living costs in Watson Center, MS, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,792/mo
Studio
$2,569/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,474/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,423/mo

Senior living costs in Watson Center vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Watson Center, MS
Column state: Mississippi
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWatson Center, MSMississippiU.S.
Independent Living$3,664/mo$3,121/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$5,147/mo$4,275/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$5,964/mo$5,804/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Watson Center, MS:$3,664/mo
Mississippi:$3,121/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Watson Center, MS:$5,147/mo
Mississippi:$4,275/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Watson Center, MS:$5,964/mo
Mississippi:$5,804/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Watson Center, MS, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Watson Center and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Watson Center, MS

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Watson Center have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Watson Center, MS$3,360/mo$3,286/mo+2.2%
Mississippi$3,253/mo$3,260/mo-0.2%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Watson Center, MS
2024 average cost:$3,360/mo
2023 average cost:$3,286/mo
Percent change:+2.2%
Mississippi
2024 average cost:$3,253/mo
2023 average cost:$3,260/mo
Percent change:-0.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Watson Center

Recent reviews for independent living in Watson Center

Magnolia Place New Albany

4.6
The staff at Magnolia Place was outstanding! The compassion, friendliness, and level of care they provided my sister was out of this world! Simply incredible. Sadly, my sister passed away...Through all of that, too, the help and care the staff gave us was such a tremendous blessing. There are no ...
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Cordova

5.0
Shelby Gardens might not be the newest, fanciest assisted living facility, but it does have the best staff. In fact, they just won a bunch of awards! The staff really care for my mom and look out for her best interests - and she’s not always the easiest to get along with. Shelby Gardens has ...
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The Village at Germantown a CCRC

4.8
I was happy with the care that my husband received here at this community. It is very clean and taken care of. The staff was very attentive and friendly. He was pleased with the variety of meals. They did offer activities for him to participate. I would highly recommend the care and value here ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and helpful staff. Several reviews from StoryPoint Collierville mention the friendly and helpful nature of the staff. Residents and their families express appreciation for the staff's attentiveness to their needs and the welcome atmosphere they provide.
Wide range of activities. Activities are a popular feature at StoryPoint Collierville. Families praise the variety of offerings, including movie nights, gardening classes, museum outings, and bingo games, which help residents stay engaged and active.
Clean and inviting community. Reviews consistently mention the cleanliness and welcoming atmosphere of the community. Residents and families appreciate the care taken to maintain both the private living spaces and communal areas.
Individualized care and attention. At StoryPoint Collierville, staff members are attuned to the unique needs of each resident. Some reviews mention the accommodations made for dietary restrictions, while others highlight the care and consideration shown during the moving process.
Warm and loving community environment. Many residents and families at StoryPoint Collierville share stories of the genuine love and care they have experienced within the community. The staff's compassion and sensitivity create a supportive and nurturing atmosphere.
Professional and courteous staff. Throughout the reviews for StoryPoint Collierville, the staff's professionalism and courtesy are mentioned frequently. Residents and their families are impressed by the dedication and respect shown by the staff members.
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Watson Center independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Watson Center independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Watson Center, 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 Watson Center 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 Watson Center partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Watson Center, MSNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
29.3%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
38%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
35.9%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Watson Center 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 Watson Center communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
26.1%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
33.7%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Watson Center 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 Watson Center offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
40.2%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.3%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32.6%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.7%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.1%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.8%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.3%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.8%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.5%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
43.5%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
32.6%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
32.6%
40.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.4%
47.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Robinwood Retirement Resort, Shelby Garden Place and StoryPoint Collierville are the top-rated independent living facilities near Watson Center, Mississippi. See full list of communities.
There are 92 independent living facilities near Watson Center, Mississippi. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Watson Center, Mississippi are Robinwood Retirement Resort, StoryPoint Collierville and StoryPoint Germantown. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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