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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Melis, MS
If you’re looking for independent living in the Melis area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Melis. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 41 independent living facilities in Melis, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like McComb, Jamestown and Spring Cottage.
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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: 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.
We are an independent living retirement community for senior adults age 62 and older.60 apartments are Market Rent40 apartments are HUD subsidized and are income restricted.
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: 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.
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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Cost of independent living in Melis, MS
The average cost of senior living in Melis is $3,403 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New Hebron, MS with an average of $2,550 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Melis, MS vs. nearby cities
Melis, MS
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Melis, MS vs. the state and national average
Melis, MS
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Melis vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Melis, MS by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Melis
Recent reviews for independent living in Melis
Crescent Landing at Hattiesburg
5.0
Amazing Facility and incredible Staff.
I am so happy I chose this Facility for my Mom who enjoys living here.
The staff is amazing and always available for help and are so caring.
[name removed] the Administrator cares very much for her residents and has helped me anytime I have an issue.
Her ...
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Brookdale Hattiesburg Assisted Living
4.8
The staff at the Brookdale Hattiesburg I was amazing. The friendliness and special attention given to each resident at this community made the decision to choose this place so much easier. The meals are all prepared very good with correct portions and very nutritious. The complex offers a range ...
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The Claiborne at Hattiesburg Assisted Living and Memory Care
5.0
Everything was great while my loved ones lived here. The food was good. The staff were friendly and encouraging. They offer daily activities and the community is very clean. This is a larger community with a nice pool. I would recommend this community.
Melis independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Melis independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Melis, 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 Melis 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 Melis partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Melis, MSNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.1%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
19.4%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
19.4%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
12.9%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.5%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Melis 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 Melis communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Melis, MSNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
19.4%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.6%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
16.1%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.7%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Melis 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 Melis offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Melis, MSNational
Activity director
Activity director
25.8%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.1%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19.4%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
29%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25.8%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
25.8%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
19.4%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.1%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.6%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25.8%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
25.8%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
19.4%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.9%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25.8%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Brookdale Hattiesburg Assisted Living, Bellevue Assisted Living and The Claiborne at McComb are the top-rated independent living facilities near Melis, Mississippi. See full list of communities.
There are 41 independent living facilities near Melis, Mississippi. See the full list.
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