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Photo of The Pinnacle of Southaven
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The staff and administration have done a great job of keeping us informed and have been very kind and compassionate to my dad there. He is a dialysis patient and they're even so sweet to pack a snack bag for...
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.
Hermitage Gardens of Southaven is a beautiful, 55-suite retirement community offering Assisted Living and Alzheimer's Care. Step inside our doors and discover charming assisted living with a distinctive grace reminiscent of Southaven's celebrated history. Personal touches create a community rich...
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They have friendly, welcoming staff and a knowledgeable nurse. They have nutritious meals. They are always offering various activities that mom loves - bingo, art groups. I would recommend this community to...
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.
Assisted living & our Alzheimer's/Dementia Care at Goldton at Southaven is designed for residents who may need assistance, meal preparation or just the companionship of others. We can also provide assistance with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and supervision of...
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We could not have had a better experience. My Mom and family love the place and the people! Very nice and clean facilities. Most definitely recommend. Mom loves the food and they have lots of activities!...
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.
Providence Assisted Living of Senatobia is located in Senatobia. Our facility offers assisted living. We also have access to specialists like podiatrists, dentists, optometrists, and psychologists. Our facility is rather large. Full range therapy is available to all residents but we work hard...
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I would recommend Silver Creek, but I encourage families to stay engaged. My husband is there every two weeks, and we pop in for other occasions. I feel like some guests don't get enough socialization,...
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.
We are the best kept secret in retirement living in this area— tucked away on the Cherokee Valley Gold Course in Olive Branch, MS! Can you imagine...not having to worry with changing a light bulb or dealing with repairmen when your washer goes out! Are you looking into downsizing but still able...
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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.
City View Towers are twin high-rise apartments overlooking downtown Memphis, TN. City View is the largest Section-8 community in Tennessee and the one of the best for seniors over the age of 55 to call home. The property has an Elderly designation with HUD and we pride ourselves on our ability to...
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I like the care that my father is getting at this community from the excellent staff. The menu is very good and he seems to be happy with the variety of meals. I am happy that the community is clean and he...
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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We have been pleased with The Parkview studio apartment. Perfect size for my brother, and because he lives there a free membership to the zoo is included (within walking distance). Two daily meals and...
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 Parkview is located in the heart of Mid-Town Memphis with views of Overton Park. Our apartment-style community offers all of the amenities of a home without the work. Imagine a life without household chores, yard work or home maintenance. Invite guests to a meal, special event or social...
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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Affordable Senior Care is working really well. We are really pleased with the staff and everything that's going on. The nurse checks her. They are giving her baths. The food looks real good. The staff is...
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.
Affordable Senior Care is an assisted living and memory care community that hosts senior residents in the city of Southaven, DeSoto County, Mississippi. There are many artistic structures ideal for a perfect visit during an afternoon stroll in the city. This region has excellent weather...
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: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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
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.
Metro Community Care Homes Assisted living is good living at Metro Care Homes in Memphis Tennessee. We are conveniently located in the heart of bustling Memphis where the best in dining, shopping and culture can be shared by you and your friends and family. Our beautiful grounds offer ample...
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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.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Located in the musical capital of the country, Memphis Towers in Memphis, Shelby County, Tennessee is a low income senior housing community. Monthly rent is based on income for the 296 one-room apartments, allowing all senior applicants a chance to live as independently as they physically can....
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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.
Photo of Hickory Hollow Senior Apartments
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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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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 Penton, MS

The average cost of senior living in Penton is $2,687 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Friars Point, MS with an average of $1,323 per month.

Independent living costs in Penton, MS, vs. nearby cities

Penton, MS
$2,687/mo
$3,395/mo
$1,557/mo

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

Penton, MS
$2,687/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Penton, MS, vs. other senior living options

$3,358/mo
Independent Living
$2,687/mo

Independent living costs in Penton, MS, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,875/mo
Studio
$3,899/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,000/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,847/mo

Senior living costs in Penton 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: Penton, MS
Column state: Mississippi
Column national: U.S.
Community typePenton, MSMississippiU.S.
Independent Living$2,687/mo$3,336/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$3,207/mo$3,579/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$3,358/mo$3,655/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Penton, MS:$2,687/mo
Mississippi:$3,336/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Penton, MS:$3,207/mo
Mississippi:$3,579/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Penton, MS:$3,358/mo
Mississippi:$3,655/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Penton

Recent reviews for independent living in Penton

Silvercreek Senior Living in Olive Branch, MS

5.0
My sister, which I relocated here from out of state, spent four of the best years of her life at this facility until her health began failing and she passed away. I highly recommend to anyone.

The Pinnacle of Southaven

5.0
The staff was amazing attentive and very helpful. They make the residents priority. They truly show they love the job and residents.

Providence Assisted Living of Senatobia

4.3
The staff is very nice. My relative loves the meals and enjoys the fellowship with other residents. He is content and has voiced no complaints. The care given has taken a load of stress off my having to deal with individual caregivers at his home.

Penton independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Penton independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Penton, 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 Penton 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 Penton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Penton, MSNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16.7%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
16.7%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.7%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.6%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Penton 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 Penton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Penton, MSNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16.7%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
11.1%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
16.7%
36.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Penton 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 Penton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Penton, MSNational
Activity director
Activity director
27.8%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.1%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.7%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
27.8%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
22.2%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
27.8%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
16.7%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
11.1%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
5.6%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
22.2%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
16.7%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
11.1%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
5.6%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
16.7%
47%
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The Pinnacle of Southaven, The Goldton at Southaven and Providence Assisted Living of Senatobia are the top-rated independent living facilities near Penton, Mississippi. See full list of communities.
There are 24 independent living facilities near Penton, Mississippi. See the full list.
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