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10 Best Nursing Homes in Florence, MS

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Florence nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Florence, MS may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

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zipAverageCost: $4,644

Nursing Homes Facilities near Florence, MS

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They are reasonably priced. The staff is wonderful. They truly care about the people who live there. They are always planning some sort of party or craft event or something for the residence to take part in...
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.
Plain View offers the comfort and elegance that you expect in senior care including 24 Hour Care, Respite Care and Adult Day Services. We are located on a beautiful site in Richland, MS, where the blooms of spring and the colors of fall can be enjoyed. You may choose to view from the comfort of...
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The Stay was very short, My dad was only there for 1 full week before passing away. During his stay the staff was very professional and did a great job taking care of my dad.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Located in the heart of Flowood, Mississippi, adjacent to the new East Metro Parkway and the Dogwood Promenade, The Blake at Flowood is a community designed for seniors unlike any other. Retirement and hospitality are blended to create an assisted living and memory care community where you will...
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I know that this nursing home may not be in the best area of Jackson but I can tell you they give the best care of any home in the state. The food is the best, the staff is nice and caring and the facility...
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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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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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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 Florence, MS

The average cost of senior living in Florence is $4,644 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mendenhall, MS with an average of $3,050 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Florence, MS, vs. nearby cities

Florence, MS
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Nursing homes costs in Florence, MS, vs. state and national averages

Florence, MS
$4,644/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

Nursing homes costs in Florence, MS, vs. other senior living options

$4,644/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,644/mo

Nursing homes costs in Florence, MS, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,095/mo
Studio
$5,554/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,962/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,295/mo

Senior living costs in Florence vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Florence, MS
Column state: Mississippi
Column national: U.S.
Community typeFlorence, MSMississippiU.S.
Nursing Homes$4,644/mo$3,655/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$4,644/mo$3,579/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,644/mo$3,655/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,680/mo$3,336/mo$4,016/mo
Nursing Homes
Florence, MS:$4,644/mo
Mississippi:$3,655/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Florence, MS:$4,644/mo
Mississippi:$3,579/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Florence, MS:$4,644/mo
Mississippi:$3,655/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Florence, MS:$3,680/mo
Mississippi:$3,336/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Florence

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Florence

Castlewoods Place in Brandon, MS

4.9
The staff in Memory Care at Castlewoods is exceptional. Their loving, caring and patience in dealing with their residents is evident on every visit I have had to see my Mom. It gives me peace and joy to know my Mom is in such care. I appreciate the activities they have to stimulate the minds and ...
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The Blake at Township in Ridgeland, MS

5.0
The Blake at Township community was great, and we picked this community because our loved one had a Chihuahua and they allowed pets there. That was a really big plus.

The Orchard Continuing Care Retirement Community in Ridgeland, MS

4.8
The staff are incredibly professional and based on the experience we have had so far, we would absolutely recommend The Orchard community to other families.

Florence nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Florence nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Florence, 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 Florence 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 Florence that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Florence, MSNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
28.6%
2.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
14.3%
10.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
57.1%
23.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
57.1%
24.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
28.6%
10.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14.3%
1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
57.1%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
28.6%
7.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
28.6%
19.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Florence 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 Florence Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Florence, MSNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
28.6%
4.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
14.3%
0.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
28.6%
6.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Florence 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 Florence partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Florence, MSNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.6%
0.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.6%
1.6%
No sugar
No sugar
28.6%
1.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.3%
4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
0.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Florence 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 Florence communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Florence, MSNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.3%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.6%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
14.3%
0.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Florence 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 Florence offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Florence, MSNational
Activity director
Activity director
28.6%
0.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.6%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
0.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
28.6%
7.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.6%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
28.6%
7.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
0.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.3%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
0.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.6%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
28.6%
0.5%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.6%
0.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
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