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Photo of Truewood by Merrill, Ocean Springs
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44 Floor plans available
9.1
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After several harrowing incidents at home, for safety concerns we insisted Mom leave her home of almost 70 years. She cried, of course, but we convinced her it was the best thing. Her attitude made a 180...
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.
Truewood by Merrill, Ocean Springs is a premier personal care community along the Mississippi Gulf Coast. It’s a community you’ll be proud to call home. Here, you can center yourself and focus on living the good life, and we will take care of the rest. We offer world-class personal care for...
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This place was recommended to us by a friend that had a parent stay there. They have taken very good care of my mother, excellent value for the money. The best comment I can say is when it is my time I...
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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44 Floor plans available
7.5
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When [name removed] was there, I heard talk that the hall carpet was going to be refurbished as it was quite soiled; it did not occur during [name removed] stay. It may be done by now. I found all of the...
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.
Round-the-Clock CareFrom the moment you walk through our front door, you may find yourself thinking you stumbled upon a family reunion instead of an assisted living and memory care community. We can’t blame you. From the warmth and friendliness of the care team to the sound of residents laughing...
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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.
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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.
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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.
Lemoyne Place The Lemoyne Place is an assisted living community located in scenic and historical Biloxi, Mississippi. The independent living community creates an inviting atmosphere for everyone with beautiful property and garden to explore. With numerous community services, Biloxi is the perfect...
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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: 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.
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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.
Photo of The Blake at Biloxi
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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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Photo of Seashore Oaks Assisted Living
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.
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There are 61 manufactured homes in our community in which one must be 55 or better in order to buy. There are no rentals or leases. We do not own the land and therefore pay a monthly fee for which we...
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.
Where the comforts of home, combined with the care of assisted living! The Homestead Assisted Living Community offers resort-style senior living in the heart of D’iberville. The Homestead is locally owned and operated by the Cain family, who bring over 50 years of experience in the senior living...
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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.

Cost of independent living in Gulf Hills, MS

The average cost of senior living in Gulf Hills is $3,404 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bay St. Louis, MS with an average of $3,036 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Gulf Hills, MS vs. nearby cities

Gulf Hills, MS
$3,404/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Gulf Hills, MS vs. the state and national average

Gulf Hills, MS
$3,404/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Gulf Hills vs. other types of senior living

$3,531/mo
Independent Living
$3,404/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Gulf Hills, MS by room type

Semi-Private
$3,355/mo
Studio
$4,048/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,184/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,735/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Gulf Hills

Recent reviews for independent living in Gulf Hills

Summerfield Senior Living of Gulfport

4.6
It's a good environment for independent living. The residents get the feeling of living in an apartment and being independent. The studio is small, but it's neat and clean. It's an enjoyable place with plenty of activities.

The Claiborne at Gulfport Highlands

4.8
The cleanliness, the organization and the friendliness of the staff members at Claiborne immediately stood out to our family. We like the location of this community and how it is newer and based on our experience so far we would recommend this community to others.

One Magnolia Place Assisted Living Facility in Gulfport, MS

4.3
My sister is currently a resident at One Magnolia Place Assisted Living and everything has been very good for her here. It is not a fancy facility, but the staff is friendly and they interact often/easily with the residents. I am there 2-3 times a week and my sister's room is always clean, ...
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Gulf Hills independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gulf Hills independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gulf Hills, 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 Gulf Hills 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 Gulf Hills partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gulf Hills, MSNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.6%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.6%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
28.6%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.4%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.1%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Gulf Hills 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 Gulf Hills communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gulf Hills, MSNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
21.4%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.6%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
21.4%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gulf Hills 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 Gulf Hills offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gulf Hills, MSNational
Activity director
Activity director
28.6%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.4%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.4%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
28.6%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.6%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
28.6%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
21.4%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.6%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
28.6%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.6%
46.1%
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Truewood by Merrill, Ocean Springs, SummerHouse Bay Cove and Summerfield Senior Living of Gulfport are the top-rated independent living facilities near Gulf Hills, Mississippi. See full list of communities.

There are 16 independent living facilities near Gulf Hills, Mississippi. See the full list.

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