Assisted Living Facilities in Waynesboro, MS

To help you with your search, browse the 1 review below for assisted living facilities in Waynesboro. On average, consumers rate assisted living in Waynesboro 5 out of 5 stars.

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The county seat of Wayne County, Waynesboro is a small town located in southeast Mississippi close to the Alabama line. According to the 2018 census, the city has a population of 4,872 people—42% of whom live below the poverty line and 11.8% of whom are over the age of 65. Serving this small senior population, there are two assisted living facilities licensed by the Mississippi Department of Human Services

• For seniors who enjoy getting outdoors, Waynesboro's climate could be considered welcoming compared to much of the country. Winter lows in January only drop to around 35 degrees; however, summers can be quite hot and humid with July highs reaching the low 90s.
• Security-minded seniors may find Waynesboro a less than ideal local. The violent crime rate is almost six full points above the national median and 11 points above the state average. Property crime rates are below the norm for Mississippi but run close to those of the nation as a whole.
• The cost of living in Waynesboro is 20% below the U.S. average and 7.8 points lower than the state norm. This could be good news for seniors living on a limited budget since lower healthcare costs account for a portion of these savings. 
• According to the EPA's National Air Toxics Assessment, Waynesboro has an air quality rating six points below the national average. For those with pulmonary issues or compromised immune systems, this could be a deterrent to settling in the vicinity. 
• Waynesboro has few facilities from which to choose in the event of a medical emergency or illness, with the nearest major hospital located in Hattiesburg, Mississippi.
• Waynesboro has a sizable public library but offers very little in terms of arts, entertainment or cultural activities. Seniors who enjoy getting out and participating in these types of enrichment programs may wish to reconsider retiring in this area. There are no public transportation options available.

Note: Data reported on this page was updated in 2019 and based on the latest 2018 figures.

Assisted Living costs in Waynesboro start around $0 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of assisted living is $4,000 per month, according to the latest figures from Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey.

It’s important to note that assisted living rates in Waynesboro and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.

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.