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10 Best Nursing Homes in Rufus, MS

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Rufus 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 Rufus, 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 Rufus or another care type is right for you. Browse 22 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Rufus.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Norris, Pineville and Forest.
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Nursing Homes Facilities near Rufus, MS

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The rooms are very nice and large enough to have furniture that feels familiar to the patient. The staff is great and the food is good. They have activities for them to do and church services for them. She...
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.
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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8.0
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The staff and residents are so thoughtful and caring! I love everyone there. The maintenance technicians are on top of their game. The housekeepers, kitchen staff, care partners and the directors all make it...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Castlewood Place provides assisted living and memory care services to seniors in the Rankin County, Mississippi area. We are located just south of the Ross Barnett Reservoir in Brandon. Our residents enjoy nearby dining, shopping and recreational activities in Brandon, yet love the quiet country...
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From my observation, they are as good or better than anyone in the industry and based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other families
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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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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: 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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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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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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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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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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Photo of Villa South Assisted Living
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.
Photo of Lakeview Place
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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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.
Photo of Belhaven Nursing Home
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.
Photo of Compere's Nursing Home
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.

Cost of nursing homes in Rufus, MS

The average cost of senior living in Rufus is $5,032 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Magee, MS with an average of $2,550 per month.

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

Rufus, MS
$5,032/mo
$5,339/mo
$4,587/mo

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

Rufus, MS
$5,032/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

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

$5,032/mo
Nursing Homes
$5,032/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,798/mo
Studio
$5,777/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,977/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,295/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Rufus over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Rufus

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Rufus

The Blake at Flowood

5.0
The Blake at Flowood is a great community. Everyone here is extremely easy to work with and talk to. No where is going to be perfect, but they’re trying. Any issue I had was listened to with open ears and the task was jumped on immediately. They have really improved their staff and care lately. ...
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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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Plain View Assisted Living in Richland, MS

5.0
Plain View Assisted Living was very helpful with the transition of my loved one. The main reason we went with this facility over others that we had looked into was because during the tour, they gave us great information and really explained everything about the facility and what they offered ...
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Rufus nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Rufus nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Rufus, 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 Rufus 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 Rufus that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
18.8%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
6.3%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
81.3%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
81.3%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
18.8%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
6.3%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
81.3%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
18.8%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
18.8%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Rufus 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 Rufus Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Rufus, MSNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
18.8%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
12.5%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
18.8%
5.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Rufus 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 Rufus partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Rufus, MSNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.5%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
12.5%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
12.5%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
6.3%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Rufus 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 Rufus communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Rufus, MSNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
6.3%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
18.8%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
12.5%
0.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Rufus 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 Rufus offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
18.8%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.8%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
6.3%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
18.8%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
18.8%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
18.8%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
18.8%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
12.5%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18.8%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
18.8%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
18.8%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
18.8%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
18.8%
0.4%
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Plain View Assisted Living, Castlewoods Place and The Blake at Flowood are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Rufus, Mississippi. See full list of communities.

There are 22 nursing homes facilities near Rufus, Mississippi. See the full list.

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