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10 Best Nursing Homes in Wayne County, MS

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Wayne 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 Wayne 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 Wayne County or another care type is right for you. Browse 51 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Wayne County.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Stafford Springs, Vossburg and Whistler.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Stafford Springs, Vossburg and Whistler.

Nursing Homes Facilities near Wayne County, MS

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Last Updated: 2/21/25
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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: 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 Windham House of Hattiesburg
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 Silvercrest Personal Care
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, Independent 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.
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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Cost of nursing homes in Wayne County, MS

The average cost of senior living in Wayne County is $3,464 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Waynesboro, MS with an average of $2,600 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Wayne County, MS vs. nearby counties

Wayne County, MS
$3,464/mo
$2,600/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Wayne County, MS vs. the state and national average

Wayne County, MS
$3,464/mo
U.S. national average
$4,761/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Wayne County vs. other types of senior living

$3,464/mo
Nursing Homes
$3,464/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Wayne County, MS by room type

Semi-Private
$4,218/mo
Studio
$4,218/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,177/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,373/mo

Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about nursing homes in Wayne County

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Wayne 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.

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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Magnolia Gardens Assisted Living of Ellisville

2.9
I moved my mom into this community for good care. I am not happy that they moved her into another room and did not infor us. She is happy that the community is clean. She seems to be happy with the meals. They do offer her activities, but she is not active. I would not recommend this community ...
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Wayne County nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wayne County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wayne 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 Wayne 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 Wayne County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Wayne County, MSNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
23.3%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
13.3%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
80%
25.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
80%
26.5%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
26.7%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
6.7%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
76.7%
22.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
26.7%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
23.3%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Wayne 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 Wayne County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Wayne County, MSNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
16.7%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
13.3%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
16.7%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
6.7%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Wayne 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 Wayne County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Wayne County, MSNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20%
1.3%
No sugar
No sugar
16.7%
1.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Wayne 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 Wayne County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Wayne County, MSNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
13.3%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
16.7%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
10%
0.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wayne 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 Wayne County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Wayne County, MSNational
Activity director
Activity director
13.3%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
10%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
6.7%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
23.3%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
23.3%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
13.3%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
13.3%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
10%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
16.7%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
23.3%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
6.7%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
3.3%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
13.3%
0.4%
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There are 51 nursing homes facilities near Wayne County, Mississippi. See the full list.

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