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10 Best Nursing Homes in Missala, MS
If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Missala 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 Missala, MS may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.
We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Missala or another care type is right for you. Browse 13 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Missala.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Brookley, Rolling Acres and Overton.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Moss Point, Escatawpa and Coll Town.
Nursing Homes Facilities near Missala, MS
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9.4
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29 reviews
Moved my MIL here, after a very unpleasant experience at another memory care facility. The staff has been amazing, in ALL aspects, very experienced in dealing with patients with dementia, which is what one...
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.
As the premier assisted living and memory care community in the greater Mobile area, Proveer at Port City offers a variety of vibrant social and cultural opportunities that engage residents’ minds and bodies. Take advantage of a full calendar of educational, social, cultural and entertainment...
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9.2
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52 reviews
There seemed to be confusion sometimes between what was told to me one day, and then different a few days later. For instance, on a Sunday, I was told that my SIL needed more protein drink. The nurse and I...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Are All Mobile-Area Retirement Communities Alike? Somerby Is Truly Something Special. It's The Somerby Spark that does it. Visit Somerby of Mobile, and you'll find beautiful rental apartment homes — in an active, vibrant retirement community just minutes from everything you love in Mobile —...
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8.4
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37 reviews
Like anywhere else. Some staff members are great and some are fair . [name removed]was excellent to work with. It was a good experience.
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.
Proveer at Heritage Woods is ideally situated along Alabama’s Gulf Coast, Mobile offers a blend of dynamic culture and convenient amenities. From shops to restaurants to museums, there’s plenty to explore in Mobile. For the history buffs, the WWII-era USS Alabama battleship sits in Battleship...
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31 reviews
The activities get a 5!!!! Since we moved Dad in [date removed], the executive director position has changed hands 4 times. That is what I have not been pleased with. Also, no one contacts me when this...
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.
Situated in the heart of thriving Mobile, Knollwood Pointe Assisted Living & Memory Care community offers the lifestyle that's just right for you. With proximity to the historic USS Battleship Alabama and the sandy-white beaches of Dauphin Island, this charming community is an ideal place to...
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7.5
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12 reviews
The value for the money was what really stuck out to me about Gordon Oaks over other places I saw. After visiting, I felt confident that this was the best place possible to place my Mom. The staff is...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Gordon Oaks offers a wide variety of services designed with you in mind. We make everyday life simple. Independent Living residents can relax pool side, participate in our activities program, and enjoy our dining room with the purchase of a meal plan. Assisted Living and Memory Care residents...
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My sister has been at Lynwood since [date removed] . She had a bit of a hard time adjusting & suffered some bumps in the road along the way. The staff at Lynwood showed a great deal of patience and went out...
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.
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I have been very happy with Country Gables. They really try to make it a home like atmosphere with lots and hugs and one on one. You would really think that it is a bed and breakfast inn somewhere. The...
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.
Country Gables Assisted Living is a senior community situated in the small town of Grand Bay, AL. This town, known for its peach and pecan orchards, is located just a few miles inland from the Mississippi Sound. Grand Bay is best known for its annual Watermelon Festival, which offers visitors and...
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
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, 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: 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
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
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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Cost of nursing homes in Missala, MS
The average cost of senior living in Missala is $3,545 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Poticaw Landing, MS with an average of $3,442 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Missala, MS vs. nearby cities
Missala, MS
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Missala, MS vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Missala, MS by room type
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Missala
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Missala
Truewood by Merrill, Ocean Springs
5.0
I wanted to place my father here due to the proximity of his healthcare providers. The entire staff has been amazing at shepherding my father through a difficult transition and multiple health crises. I am confident he is receiving a high quality of care from people who love what they do.
Gordon Oaks Senior Living in Mobile, AL
5.0
We are very pleased with Gordon Oaks!
The staff is wonderful. Almost everyone working there has been there for a long time and loves their job and is very good with the seniors.
The nurse in charge has been there for years. And has a great reputation among nurses I know that do not work at ...
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Proveer at Port City in Mobile, AL
4.0
What our family likes the most about the Proveer at Port City is the staff. They treat my mother very well and she gets a lot of attention. She has improved so much under their care.
Missala nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Missala nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Missala, 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 Missala 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 Missala that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Missala, MSNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
46.2%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
53.8%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.3%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
92.3%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
53.8%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.1%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.3%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
30.8%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
38.5%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Missala 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 Missala Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Missala, MSNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
46.2%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
38.5%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
38.5%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.1%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Missala 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 Missala partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Missala, MSNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
38.5%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
38.5%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
23.1%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30.8%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Missala 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 Missala communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Missala, MSNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
15.4%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.8%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
30.8%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.4%
0.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select programs and activities in Missala 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 Missala offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Missala, MSNational
Activity director
Activity director
38.5%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.1%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.1%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.8%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.5%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
30.8%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.8%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.5%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.1%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.5%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
30.8%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
30.8%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.1%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.5%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Proveer at Port City, Somerby of Mobile and Truewood by Merrill, Ocean Springs are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Missala, Mississippi. See full list of communities.
There are 13 nursing homes facilities near Missala, Mississippi. See the full list.
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