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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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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 assisted living in East Side, MS

The average cost of senior living in East Side is $3,450 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Waynesboro, MS with an average of $2,600 per month.

Assisted living costs in East Side, MS, vs. nearby cities

East Side, MS
$3,450/mo
$4,448/mo

Assisted living costs in East Side, MS, vs. state and national averages

East Side, MS
$3,450/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

Assisted living costs in East Side, MS, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,450/mo
$3,600/mo

Assisted living costs in East Side, MS, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,218/mo
Studio
$4,218/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,177/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,373/mo

Senior living costs in East Side 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: East Side, MS
Column state: Mississippi
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEast Side, MSMississippiU.S.
Assisted Living$3,450/mo$3,579/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$3,600/mo$3,655/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,186/mo$3,336/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
East Side, MS:$3,450/mo
Mississippi:$3,579/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
East Side, MS:$3,600/mo
Mississippi:$3,655/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
East Side, MS:$3,186/mo
Mississippi:$3,336/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in East Side, MS, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in East Side 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.

East Side, MSMS stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in East Side, MS

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in East Side 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 median 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
East Side, MS$4,042/mo$4,841/mo-16.5%
Mississippi$3,843/mo$3,777/mo+1.7%
National$5,264/mo$5,030/mo+4.7%
East Side, MS
2024 average cost:$4,042/mo
2023 average cost:$4,841/mo
Percent change:-16.5%
Mississippi
2024 average cost:$3,843/mo
2023 average cost:$3,777/mo
Percent change:+1.7%
National
2024 average cost:$5,264/mo
2023 average cost:$5,030/mo
Percent change:+4.7%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in East Side, MS

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in East Side.

What families are saying about assisted living in East Side

Recent reviews for assisted living in East Side

Magnolia Gardens Assisted Living of Ellisville

2.9
I moved my mom into this community for good care. I am not happy that they moved her into another room and did not infor us. She is happy that the community is clean. She seems to be happy with the meals. They do offer her activities, but she is not active. I would not recommend this community ...
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Smith Manor in Lucedale, MS

5.0
My sister was only at Smith Manor for a short time but I have nothing but nice things to say about it. The only reason we moved her out is she needed more of a memory care community and this community is for assisted living. The community is clean and well maintained. The food and the staff ...
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Extra Care in Laurel, MS

5.0
I do not understand what the last lady is talking about. I visited Extra Care and fell in love! It was just so "homey" it was very nice and so clean, you could eat off the floors! And the administrator that showed me and mother around was beyond friendly! All the workers were so knowledgeable ...
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East Side assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in East Side assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in East Side, 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 East Side assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in East Side that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
East Side, MSNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
25%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
14.3%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
32.1%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
3.6%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.4%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
32.1%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
28.6%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in East Side assisted living

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 East Side Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
East Side, MSNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
21.4%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
14.3%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
17.9%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
7.1%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in East Side assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of East Side partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
East Side, MSNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
17.9%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
17.9%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.6%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.1%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in East Side assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of East Side communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
East Side, MSNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.3%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
14.3%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
10.7%
36.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in East Side assisted 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 assisted living communities in East Side offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
East Side, MSNational
Activity director
Activity director
14.3%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
10.7%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
7.1%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
28.6%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
21.4%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
17.9%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
21.4%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
10.7%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
10.7%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
17.9%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
21.4%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
7.1%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
3.6%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
14.3%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in East Side

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Mississippi assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in East Side protect seniors.
Learn about Mississippi assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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