2 Assisted Living Facilities in Corinth, MS
Also serving communities of Iuka, Ripley.
The average cost of assisted living in Corinth is $2,200 per month. This is lower than the national median of $3,495.
To help you with your search, browse the 4 reviews below for assisted living facilities in Corinth. On average, consumers rate assisted living in Corinth 4.8 out of 5 stars.
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2 Assisted Living Facilities in Corinth, MS
Country Cottage - Corinth
Dogwood Corinth
What to Consider About Assisted Living in Corinth
Mississippi’s Gateway City, Corinth, lies in the northeast corner of the state. Seniors enjoy small-town charm and hospitality with easy access to the big-city amenities in nearby Memphis, Nashville and Birmingham. Abundant recreational opportunities are found 20 minutes away at Pickwick Lake, with over 90 miles of shoreline.
Corinth is home to a sizeable senior population, with nearly 19% of the city’s 14,500 residents aged 65 and older. For those who require 24-hour assistance while enjoying as independent a lifestyle as possible, Corinth offers two personal care homes. The Mississippi Division of Health Facilities Licensure and Certification oversees such facilities in the state.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Corinth
- Older adults who don’t like wet weather or hot summers should consider Corinth’s climate. The city receives 57 inches of rain, on average, per year, and summer is the wettest season, making for some humid days. Although it’s one of the coolest locations in Mississippi, Corinth has 52 days on average each year in which the temperature tops 90 degrees.
- Cultural opportunities seniors enjoy in Corinth include performances by the Corinth Symphony Orchestra at the 900-seat Coliseum Civic Center. This architectural masterpiece is an acoustically perfect building that also hosts plays, musicals and concerts. Corinth Theatre-Arts entertains the community with six productions per season, including current Broadway hits.
- Magnolia State seniors living in Corinth do not pay state income tax on Social Security benefits. Mississippi also exempts all qualified retirement income from taxes, including public and private pensions, individual retirement accounts and 401(k)s.
- Seniors may be able to hold onto even more of their savings thanks to Corinth’s cost of living, which is 13% lower than the national average. While this is primarily due to transportation and housing costs, seniors in Corinth typically pay a bit less for utilities, health care and groceries as compared to the U.S. averages.
- The Corinth area is home to world-class medical facilities, including Magnolia Regional Health Center, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
- Seniors should choose a personal care home in Corinth that’s well secured and constantly monitored since property crime is high in the city. Corinth scores 84.3 out of 100, more than double the U.S. average of 35.4. Corinth's violent crime score of 20.3 is a bit lower than the national average of 22.7.
Note: Data reported on this page was updated in 2019 and based on the latest 2018 figures.
Paying for Assisted Living in Corinth
Average Monthly Costs
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Assisted Living costs in Corinth start around $2,200 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 Corinth 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.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Corinth
Medicaid-eligible seniors living in Corinth may quality for aid to cover the costs of assisted living through Mississippi’s Assisted Living (AL) Waiver.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Mississippi page.
More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living
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.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Corinth
Corinth and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.
To see a list of free assisted living resources in Corinth, please visit our Assisted Living in Mississippi page.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Corinth
Corinth-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Mississippi are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Mississippi page for more information about these laws.
Other Options in Corinth, MS
Recent Reviews of Assisted Living in Corinth
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Review of Country Cottage - Corinth
I'm very pleased with Country Cottage - Corinth. They have very pleasant and very homelike surroundings. It's very clean and well cared for. The staff is very compassionate, very professional, and ... Read more
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Review of Dogwood Corinth
I visited Dogwood Corinth, it would have been perfect, it's a good location, with a good degree of independence, and a good degree of accessibility if you need help, and good rates from what I reca... Read more
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Review of Dogwood Corinth
My parents are at Dogwood Plantation. It is nice, clean, and reasonable. The staff seems to be nice. Read more
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