
The 5 Best Memory Care Facilities in Biloxi, MS for 2023
There are 6 Memory Care Facilities in the Biloxi area, with 3 in Biloxi and 3 nearby.
The average cost of memory care in Biloxi is $4,375 per month. This is lower than the national median of $5,500.
To help you with your search, browse the 20 reviews below for memory care facilities in Biloxi. On average, consumers rate memory care in Biloxi 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Caring.com has helped thousands of families find high-quality senior care. To speak with one of our Family Advisors about memory care options and costs in Biloxi, call (855) 863-8283.
Directory of Memory Care Facilities in Biloxi, MS
Brookdale Biloxi
SummerHouse Bay Cove Memory Care
The Blake at Biloxi
Summerfield Senior Living of Gulfport
Seashore Highlands
Claiborne at Gulfport Highlands
What to Consider About Memory Care in Biloxi
Biloxi is a beach community in Harrison County, along the Gulf of Mexico, and home to just over 45,000 people. About 12.9 percent of the population is over the age of 64, and these seniors are served by three memory care facilities within city limits.
Overall, there are approximately 54,000 people living with Alzheimer’s in Mississippi. The state requires a separate license for dementia care units whether they are separate units or are housed within personal care homes.
- The cost of living in Biloxi is 12.4 percent lower than the U.S. average which makes it more affordable for seniors on a budget. While healthcare costs are 9 percent above the national average, housing, groceries and transportation are all below U.S. medians.
- The weather in Biloxi is variable with high temperatures of 90 degrees Fahrenheit in July and lows of 45 degrees in January. Summers can be long and very hot which may affect seniors who enjoy the outdoors. Biloxi gets average rainfall of 65 inches per year, 26 inches above the U.S. average.
- Biloxi is only safer than 3 percent of other U.S. cities and property crime is on the high side here scoring a 66 out of 100 with 100 representing high crime. Violent crimes are lower on average, scoring a 35.3 out of 100, just four points above the U.S. average. This can be a concern for seniors living here and families should check to see what policies their memory care facility has to keep residents safe.
- The Biloxi area is home to world-class medical facilities, including those specializing in brain health and dementia care such as the Gulf Coast Veterans Health Care System and the neurology center at Merit Health Biloxi, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
Paying for Memory Care in Biloxi
Average Monthly Costs
Cities in Mississippi
Memory Care costs in Biloxi start around $4,375 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,745 per month.
It’s important to note that memory care rates in Biloxi 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 Memory Care in Biloxi
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Memory Care in Mississippi page.
More Ways to Pay for Memory Care
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Mississippi page.
Free Memory Care Resources in Biloxi
Biloxi and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in a memory care 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 memory care resources in Biloxi, please visit our Memory Care in Mississippi page.
Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Biloxi
Biloxi-area memory care communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all memory care communities in Mississippi are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Mississippi page for more information about these laws.
Other Options in Biloxi, MS
Recent Reviews of Memory Care in Biloxi
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Review of Brookdale Biloxi
Brookdale Biloxi was not clean. It was shabby. The memory care rooms were extremely small and uncared for. The place to coexist, like the social area, was very small and dark. The money was too hig... Read more
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Review of SummerHouse Bay Cove Memory Care
Mom is at SummerHouse Bay Cove Memory Care. The nurses seem to be doing a good job. The food's good. They have a devotion every morning, which is lovely, and they sing at night together. They do a ... Read more
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Review of The Blake at Biloxi
My husband moved into The Blake at Biloxi 2 weeks ago. So far, I like everything about it - the staff, the cleanliness, and the professionalism. The staff is very caring. They're doing their best t... Read more
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