Best Skilled Nursing in Meridian, Mississippi

Best-rated skilled nursing in Meridian

Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.

1. 1

   Brookdale Meridian

   4.5 (24 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

   Staff personalize care for residents moving in from home, and reviewers consistently mention a clean, odor-free environment and frequent activities.

2. 2

   Poplar Springs Nursing Center

   4.4 (30 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 89 units

   Poplar Springs Nursing Center holds a 4.4 rating from 30 Google reviews, though no detailed written feedback is available.

3. 3

   Queen City Nursing Center

   4 (9 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 84 units

   Reviews are mostly positive, praising compassionate nursing staff and cleanliness, though some cite inconsistent staff quality and a COVID-19 outbreak.

4. 4

   The Oaks Rehabilitation and Healthcare

   3.4 (37 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 82 units

   Opinions are sharply divided: some praise cleanliness and compassionate staff, others report slow response times, bed sores, and medication errors.

5. 5

   Diversicare Of Meridian

   3.4 (47 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 120 units

   Families are split, with praise for physical and occupational therapy but concerns about slow response times, food quality, and cleanliness.

What families say about skilled nursing in Meridian

Counted across the review summaries of 9 Meridian communities: the share whose families mention each theme.

Families most often praise the building and grounds, noted by 80% of the 10 communities, along with caring, attentive staff at 70% and cleanliness at 60%. Communication with families is the top concern, raised at 60% of communities, followed by cost and billing at 50% and staff attitude or medical care issues each at 20%.

How families pay for skilled nursing in Mississippi

Most Mississippi families pay for assisted living, memory care and independent living out of their own pockets, at least at first. This usually means monthly income such as Social Security or a pension, combined with personal savings, and often the proceeds from selling a home. Families who planned ahead sometimes have long-term care insurance that can be tapped to cover part of the monthly cost, and veterans or their surviving spouses may qualify for VA Aid and Attendance, a benefit that helps offset the cost of care for those who meet the service and need requirements.

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