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Assisted Living in Tupelo, Mississippi

Tupelo, Mississippi, is a city in the northeastern part of the state. It has a population of 38,312, of whom 14.9% are aged at least 65. Tupelo is perhaps best known as the birthplace of rock ‘n’ roll legend Elvis Presley, and the home that he was born in witnesses a steady stream of visitors. Seniors can also visit the Tupelo Buffalo Park and Zoo. Tupelo is a good choice for budget-conscious seniors, as the cost of living is more than 20% less than the national average, although the cost of health care is slightly above. Tupelo enjoys many more sunny days than the national average, but it also receives a lot more rain. Snow is barely a factor at all. Tupelo scores a respectable 7.1/10 of the Best Places Comfort Index

Assisted Living in Tupelo averages $2,914 a month, and there are 18 assisted living facilities either in the city or nearby. This cost will vary depending upon the facility chosen and the services offered.

3 Assisted Living communities in Tupelo, MS | 3 nearby communities

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Trace Way Retirement Community, Tupelo, MS

1. Trace Way Retirement Community

2800 West Main Street, Tupelo, MS, 38801

Assisted Living

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Mississippi Methodist Senior Services, Inc., Tupelo, MS

2. Mississippi Methodist Senior Services, Inc.

109 S Broadway St, Tupelo, MS, 38804

Assisted Living

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Samaritan Garden, Tupelo, MS

3. Samaritan Garden

2603 S Gloster St, Tupelo, MS, 38801

Assisted Living

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3 matching communities nearby Tupelo

1. Creekside Manor Assisted Living

200 Knight Drive, Saltillo, MS, 38866

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

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2. Countrywood Manor Assisted Living & Lakeview Place Dementia Care

145 Watson Drive, Mantachie, MS, 38855

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

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Dogwood Plantation, Saltillo, MS

3. Dogwood Plantation

196 Knight Dr, Saltillo, MS, 38866

Assisted Living

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What is Assisted Living?

Hundreds of thousands of American seniors utilize assisted living, a figure that is only growing. For these seniors, assisted living combines residential housing,assistance in daily activities, and some healthcare. These communities also strive to provide an atmosphere that is comfortable and engaging for their residents… Read More >

Paying for Assisted Living in Tupelo, Mississippi

The Cost of Assisted Living in Tupelo

According to the Genworth Cost of Care Survey 2020, the average monthly cost of assisted living in Tupelo is $2,914. This is almost $800 less than the Mississippi average of $3,713 and $1,386 less than the national average cost of $4,300. In the region, only Tennessee has a higher assisted living cost, at $4,039 a month. Meanwhile, Louisiana ($3,639), Arkansas ($3,500) and Alabama ($3,150) are all less expensive than Mississippi.

$2914

Tupelo

$3713

Mississippi

$4300

The United States

$3639

Louisiana

$3150

Alabama

$4039

Tennessee

$3500

Arkansas

Tupelo’s assisted living costs are less expensive than in most neighboring towns. Jackson, the state capital, is $4,348 a month, while the Gulfport area averages $3,738. Hattiesburg costs $4,500 a month. Just across the border, Daphne, Alabama’s monthly average is $3,600 a month, while in Tuscaloosa, home of the Crimson Tide, assisted living averages $3,138 a month.

$2914

Tupelo

$3713

Mississippi

$4348

Jackson

$3738

Gulfport Area

$4500

Hattiesburg

$3600

Daphne, AL

$3138

Tuscaloosa, AL

NOTE: Data for Tupelo was unavailable, so data from the nearest city, Florence, was used instead

Tupelo Assisted Living Financial Assistance

Mississippi provides an Assisted Living Waiver so that seniors who qualify for an institutional level of care, such as a nursing home, can instead select an assisted living facility. The waiver provides reimbursements for an assisted living program. These funds cover activities of daily living such as grooming, bathing, dressing and eating, as well as help with medication management

Seniors who would like to learn more about the assisted living waiver and other financial options for seniors in Mississippi can check our Assisted Living in Mississippi state page.

Tupelo Assisted Living Resources

ResourceContactDescription
Mississippi Veterans Affairs Board (VAB)(601) 576-4850(601) 576-4868 The mission of the VAB is to provide care for veterans and their dependents. This includes ensuring that they receive all the benefits, whether local, state or federal, to which they are entitled. The VAB also helps veterans obtain admission to one of the four veterans’ homes in Mississippi that provide assisted living.
State Long-Term Care Ombudsman(601) 359-4500 Mississippi’s Long-Term Care ombudsmen advocate for seniors and seek resolutions for problems that occur in long-term care facilities. Their goal is to enhance the quality of life of seniors in these facilities. The ombudsmen also work to educate the community, long-term care facilities and the seniors themselves about the rights of long-term facility residents.
Mississippi State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP)(601) 359-4500 Regardless of where seniors reside, whether it’s at home, in an assisted living facility or in another long-term care institution, trained volunteers with the SHIP program provide seniors with information on Medicare, Medicaid, Medicare Advantage Programs and Medigap. This includes help with filing claims and appeals. All the counseling is free, unbiased and confidential. 

North Mississippi Rural Legal Services Alter Law Project  
(800) 498-1804 The Elder Law Project provides civil legal services to Northern Mississippi residents aged 60 and above. The organization assists seniors free of charge. Seniors can receive help with legal issues such as powers of attorney, advanced medical directives, Medicaid or Medicare, monetary disputes, tax return preparation and problems with long-term care facilities.

Tupelo Assisted Living Laws and Regulations

The Department of Health monitors assisted living communities in Mississippi to make sure they are in compliance with state laws and regulations. Visit our Assisted Living in Mississippi page to learn more.