Cedars Health Center

With 140 beds, Cedars Health Center is one of the larger communities in the area — senior care communities in Tupelo average about 89 beds. Larger communities more often keep clinical staff on site around the clock and can offer a wider range of on-site therapy and activities, though some families prefer the quieter feel of a smaller setting.

Federal reporting puts occupancy at about 91% of its licensed beds, which is high; communities this full often maintain a waiting list, so it is worth calling well before you need a place.

Medicare rates this community 3 out of 5 stars overall, a score based on health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Communities in Tupelo average about 2.0 stars. The individual scores differ noticeably: 5 stars for staffing against 2 stars for health inspections, so it is worth reading both before deciding. Its most recent standard health inspection was in November 2025 and recorded 5 deficiencies.

Residents receive about 4.9 hours of nursing care per day on average, including 0.7 hours from a registered nurse. Communities in Tupelo average about 3.8 hours. Nursing staff turnover over the past year was about 49%.

The community is located in Lee County, MS.

Cedars Health Center offers assisted living, nursing home care, independent living, in-home care, continuing care (CCRC), retirement living, respite care, and senior living.

Facility details

• Organization type Non profit - Corporation
• Beds / units 140
• Religious affiliation Methodist
• Occupancy 91%
• Nursing hours per resident/day 4.9
• Annual staff turnover 49%
• Last health inspection November 2025