Hattiesburg Retirement Communities

Making the decision to place your elderly parent in a nursing home can be a difficult one. The discussions never go well and usually end in tears. But the conversation can much smoother if you understand the different options available.

Assisted living facilities could be a better alternative for your loved one. Assisted living is not a nursing home. Assisted living helps your loved one maintain their independence by providing them with oversight of medications, assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs), balanced, healthy meals three times a day, daily activities in house and most importantly, outings to local venues and events to keep your family member staying active.
Transportation and assistance to and from these outings is usually provided for by the facility.

If you are considering assisted living facilities in Hattiesburg the options for activities are endless. Museums abound in Hattiesburg and there is no shortage to satisfy your interests. The African American Military History Museum and the Armed Forces Museum at Camp Shelby are available for military history buffs. The historic Saenger Theatre offers live theatre and local opera. There are numerous art museums and botanical gardens open year round. If shopping is more your style the Cloverleaf Mall is just outside of downtown Hattiesburg. Just over an hour away, numerous casinos can be found on Mississippi’s gulf coast. The campus of the University of Southern Mississippi is home to All American Rose Garden featuring 750 hybrid and patented rose bushes.

Forest General Hospital offers a 512 bed facility designed to provide exceptional care. It was recognized by J.D. Power and Associates with outstanding patient experience in “Cardiovascular Service Excellence” for three consecutive years. It is also identified as a “Primary Stroke Center” by DNV Healthcare.

Assisted living facilities in Mississippi have an average cost of $2925 per month. Skilled nursing facilities average $5961 per month. If your senior is still somewhat independent, assisted living can give you the peace of mind knowing someone is keeping a close eye on your loved one, and offer them the independence they so desire. Each day brings a new activity to keep your senior active and moving. With communal dining rooms, they’ll have the opportunity to make new friends as well.

For help choosing the right assisted living facility for your loved one visit us at AssistedSeniorLiving.net. Our website has information on assisted living facilities in all areas of the country including cost of living, weather, and activities available.