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Assisted Living Communities in Hattiesburg, Mississippi

Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Hattiesburg, MS below include 13 Assisted Living facilities with 47 reviews. On average in Hattiesburg, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Hattiesburg, MS and Nearby Cities

Seniors in Hattiesburg pay $4,500 monthly for assisted living. This is about $150 higher than the average rate in Jackson, where seniors pay $4,348 per month, and several hundred dollars higher than the average in the Gulfport area, where rates are consistent with the state median at $3,738. Across state lines, assisted living tends to be more affordable. Older adults in Mobile, Alabama, pay $3,318 for care, and in Hammond, Louisiana, monthly care costs come in at $2,900. 

Hattiesburg

$4,500

Mississippi

$3,713

The United States

$4,300

Jackson

$4,348

Gulfport Area

$3,738

Mobile, AL

$3,318

Hammond, LA

$2,900

Paying for Assisted Living in Hattiesburg

In Hattiesburg, assisted living facilities charge $4,500 per month on average for assisted living services. This is about $200 higher than the national median of $4,300. It’s also nearly $800 higher than the state median of $3,713, indicating it’s among the more expensive cities in Mississippi for this type of care.  

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Hattiesburg

The state of Mississippi provides financial support to eligible seniors in assisted living facilities under a Medicaid 1915 (c) waiver. There is no optional supplement to Supplemental Security Income and residents of assisted living are not covered by any government programs for the cost of room and board.

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Mississippi page.

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Mississippi page.

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in Hattiesburg, MS

At $4,500 monthly, assisted living is among the costlier senior care options in Hattiesburg. Seniors may obtain this level of care at home for considerably less, paying $3,718 for basic homemaker services and $3,766 for specialized home health aide services. Nursing homes are residential facilities, like assisted living, but they offer around-the-clock medical services and have considerably higher monthly fees of $7,376 for shared rooms and $7,604 for private accommodations. Adult day health care is generally the more affordable option, with seniors in Mississippi paying $1,354 for care.  

Homemaker Services

$3,718

Home Health Aide

$3,766

Adult Day Health Care

0

Assisted Living Facility

$4,500

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$7,376

Nursing Home Facility (private room)

$7,604

Free Assisted Living Resources in Hattiesburg

Seniors in Hattiesburg can obtain information and assistance from several nonprofit organizations and programs in the region. Through the following resources, prospective and current assisted living residents can get one-on-one legal and financial counseling and access to community-based services to complement or supplement what they receive through residential care.  

ResourceContactService
Area Agency on Aging(800) 444-8014The Area Agency on Aging advocates on behalf of older adults in the Hattiesburg region and promotes access to recreational and wellness programming, information and referrals and community-based services. Through this nonprofit agency, seniors can serve their communities through the Foster Grandparent Program, get help with making decisions regarding their health insurance coverage and arrange transportation to senior centers, medical offices and local points of destination.
Mississippi Center for Legal Services(800) 773-1737The Mississippi Center for Legal Services is a nonprofit organization that provides free legal services to those aged 60 and over. It has licensed legal professionals who help older adults navigate issues related to assisted living, including help with understanding residential contracts, resolving billing errors and addressing substandard care.
VA Jackson Regional Office(800) 698-2411The VA Jackson Regional Office provides over-the-phone assistance to veterans and their eligible family members, helping them obtain the benefits and services they’re entitled to. Representatives can help older adults access veterans’ and survivors’ pensions and Aid and Attendance, which can help cover assisted living, as well as screen for eligibility for veterans’ home placement or VA health care.
Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program(601) 596-7511The State Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program supports a high standard of care for older adults in assisted living by advocating on behalf of residents and investigating reports of abuse, neglect or exploitation. The ombudsman can also help residents understand their rights, obtain the services they need and identify options for covering care-related expenses.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Hattiesburg

Hattiesburg-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Mississippi are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Mississippi page for more information about these laws.

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Chuck

I am/was a resident of this facility

Review of The Claiborne at Hattiesburg Assisted Living

I'm at The Claiborne at Hattiesburg Assisted Living, but it is taking me some effort to get settled in. It's a different lifestyle than what we were accustomed to on our own. The food has a little...

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Vannette

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Crescent Landing at Hattiesburg

My aunt moved to Crescent Landing at Hattiesburg. I was looking for a place where she could take her little lap puppy with her, and they allowed it. Her apartment is perfect. The staff is very...

Provider response

Hi Vannette, Our team aims to provide the highest quality care for every resident, and we are so happy to see that they've delivered at Crescent Landing at Hattiesburg. Thank you so much for...

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Chuck

I visited this facility

Review of Brookdale Hattiesburg Assisted Living

Brookdale Hattiesburg Assisted Living was adequate. The food servicemen and the housekeeping sounded good. There's a dining room and a little social room and it's alright. The staff was really...

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