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10 Best Nursing Homes in Lamar County, MS
If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Lamar County 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 Lamar County, 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 Lamar County or another care type is right for you. Browse 57 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Lamar County.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Orvisburg, Hillsdale and Angie.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Orvisburg, Hillsdale and Angie.
Nursing Homes Facilities near Lamar County, MS
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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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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.
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 Lamar County, MS
The average cost of senior living in Lamar County is $3,953 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mount Olive, MS with an average of $2,550 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Lamar County, MS vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Lamar County, MS vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Lamar County vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Lamar County, MS by room type
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Average cost of Nursing Homes in Lamar County over time
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Lamar County
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Lamar County
Brookdale Hattiesburg Assisted Living
5.0
Love the place! Amazing place for your loved ones! We picked this community because of the director and the employees. I would recommend to others.
Beehive Homes of Picayune
5.0
We are very pleased with all of the Beehive Homes of Picayune community. What we like the most about the community is that the staff were professional, courteous, and friendly personnel cannot be beat. We would absolutely recommend this community to other families based on the experience we ...
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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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Lamar County nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lamar County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lamar County, 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 Lamar County 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 Lamar County 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
20.7%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
6.9%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.1%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
93.1%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
17.2%
10.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
89.7%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
17.2%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
13.8%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Lamar County 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 Lamar County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
13.8%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
13.8%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
10.3%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
3.4%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Lamar County 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 Lamar County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13.8%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
17.2%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
13.8%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
13.8%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Lamar County 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 Lamar County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
13.8%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
13.8%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
6.9%
0.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select programs and activities in Lamar County 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 Lamar County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
13.8%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
10.3%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
6.9%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
24.1%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
20.7%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
13.8%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20.7%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
10.3%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
10.3%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
13.8%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
17.2%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
6.9%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
3.4%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
13.8%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Beehive Homes of Picayune, Brookdale Hattiesburg Memory Care and Brookdale Hattiesburg Assisted Living are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Lamar County, Mississippi. See full list of communities.
There are 57 nursing homes facilities near Lamar County, Mississippi. See the full list.
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