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10 Best Nursing Homes in Whistler, MS

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Whistler is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 54 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Whistler, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Whistler is about $3,416, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 114 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Whistler, MS

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Provides: Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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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Cost of nursing homes in Whistler, MS

The average cost of senior living in Whistler is $3,416 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Waynesboro, MS with an average of $2,600 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Whistler, MS vs. nearby cities

Whistler, MS
$3,416/mo
$2,600/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Whistler, MS vs. the state and national average

Whistler, MS
$3,416/mo
U.S. national average
$4,860/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Whistler vs. other types of senior living

$3,416/mo
Nursing Homes
$3,416/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Whistler, MS by room type

Semi-Private
$3,624/mo
Studio
$3,507/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,656/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,423/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Whistler over time

Whistler, MSMS stateNational

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Whistler

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Whistler

Brookdale Hattiesburg Assisted Living

5.0
Love the place! Amazing place for your loved ones! We picked this community because of the director and the employees. I would recommend 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. Her ...
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Brookdale Meridian

3.1
My mom is diabetic and we pay extra for that. The nurses need educating on how to treat when blood sugar is low. The food is usually too spicy and too much pepper. The combination of food choices per meal doesn't go well together. Food portions are skimpy.

Whistler nursing homes services and amenities

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

Availability of select care services in Whistler nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Whistler that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Whistler, MSNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
34.5%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
20.7%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
89.7%
26.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
89.7%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
37.9%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
6.9%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
86.2%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
37.9%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
27.6%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Whistler nursing homes

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Whistler Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Whistler, MSNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
24.1%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
17.2%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
24.1%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
6.9%
1.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Whistler nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Whistler partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Whistler, MSNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
24.1%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.6%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
20.7%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.6%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Whistler nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Whistler communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Whistler, MSNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20.7%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
24.1%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
13.8%
0.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Whistler nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Whistler offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Whistler, MSNational
Activity director
Activity director
24.1%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
10.3%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13.8%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
34.5%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
34.5%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
24.1%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
24.1%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20.7%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
17.2%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
24.1%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
31%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
17.2%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
6.9%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
20.7%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Hattiesburg Memory Care, Meridian Living and Brookdale Hattiesburg Assisted Living are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Whistler, Mississippi. See full list of communities.

There are 54 nursing homes facilities near Whistler, Mississippi. See the full list.

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