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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in University, MS
If you’re looking for assisted living in University, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in University or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in University.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in University for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 49 assisted living facilities in the University area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Oxford, Water Valley and Batesville.
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We were welcomed as family when we came.the friendly and courteous staff seemed glad to work there.
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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.
Christopher's Personal Care Home offers various services for seniors and others such as Memory Care, assisted living and Alzheimer care. Our facility is located in Holly Springs, MS 38635. At Christopher's Personal Care Home our elderly residents get assistance with mobility tasks, meal...
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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, 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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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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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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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
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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, 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.
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.
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I have been here for about two years and I love it. I've become friends with all of the residents and staff and they really care about how you're doing. They bend over backwards to help me when i'm feeling...
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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.
The Jordan River Health Campus at The Farms of Bailey Station
10001 Crooked Creek Rd, Suite 503, Collierville, TN 38017Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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We are very pleased with our experience with The Farms at Bailey Station. I trust the staff with my loved one and this is a big plus for me. I would recommend you book a tour and check to make sure this is...
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.
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Staff is very attentive to needs of those that live there. The food is wonderful my loved one never complains about it at all! It smells clean every time I am there. Everyone there is caring and...
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.
Riverdale Assisted Living located in Memphis, Shelby County, Tennessee provides seniors with the opportunity to become a part of a caring community. This community offers residents and their guests much to do and see. Memphis is a busy city with plenty to do. Guests of our residents will enjoy...
Cost of assisted living in University, MS
The average cost of senior living in University is $4,313 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Ecru, MS with an average of $3,299 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in University, MS vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in University, MS vs. the state and national average
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in University, MS
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What families are saying about assisted living in University
Recent reviews for assisted living in University
The Gardens of Germantown
3.7
We were there for a very short period of time less than 2 months. the majority of this time mom had been placed in hospice care with Compassus. The things we liked most was we were told there would be a nurse on duty 24 hrs a day in moms unit. There were only 10 residents in moms unit. The ...
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Providence Assisted Living of Senatobia
4.5
The size of this facility is manageable.
My aunt really enjoys the beauty shop they have on site.
My aunt does not participate in activities. I have witnessed bingo and a very sweet singing in the chapel. I have been able to resolve any issue I may have with a call or text . They have a ...
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Magnolia Place New Albany
4.6
The staff at Magnolia Place was outstanding! The compassion, friendliness, and level of care they provided my sister was out of this world! Simply incredible. Sadly, my sister passed away...Through all of that, too, the help and care the staff gave us was such a tremendous blessing. There are no ...
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University review score based on 94 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 94 reviews of 45 University assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The University review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores
University review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for University assisted living
When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 94 reviews of 45 University assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare University resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.University, MS averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.5
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
3.9
4.1
Value for cost*
4.0
4.1
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University assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in University assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in University, 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 University 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 University 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
44.4%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
26.7%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.8%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
53.3%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
17.8%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.8%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
31.1%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
53.3%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in University 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 University Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
46.7%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
31.1%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
40%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.6%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in University 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 University partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
University, MSNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
24.4%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.8%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
37.8%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.9%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.9%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in University 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 University communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
15.6%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.9%
42%
Room service
Room service
20%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
4.4%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in University 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 University offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
31.1%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.2%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.8%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.2%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.2%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24.4%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
24.4%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.6%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
28.9%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.8%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.8%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in University
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Mississippi assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in University protect seniors.
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