Jackson, MS, has a moderate senior population, with 13.2% of its 145,995 residents aged 65 and over. Health issues such as Alzheimer’s and dementia occur more prevalently in seniors, and Mississippi is no exception. Statewide, Alzheimer’s disease is the seventh-leading cause of death, and Alzheimer’s deaths in Jackson increased by more than 23% from 2016 to 2020. However, these deaths accounted for about 8% of total deaths both in 2016 and 2020.

Specialized dementia care is essential to enhancing the lives of seniors with cognitive disorders. Many assisted living facilities have memory care wings offering a similar lifestyle with features such as apartment-style living, nutritious meals and social events. These units often have additional safety precautions such as enclosed outdoor spaces and locked doors or alarms to prevent wandering. The staff is also specifically trained in working with those who have dementia and Alzheimer’s to relieve residents’ anxiety and slow cognitive decline.

This guide goes into more detail about memory care in the Jackson area, including the benefits and drawbacks seniors living in this region experience. It also highlights a few resources and does a comparative analysis of the cost of care. 

Directory of Memory Care Facilities in Jackson, MS

The Orchard

The Orchard was nice. The staff was friendly, she showed me around and showed me the memory care unit. It was really lovely. I love that the workers are fully engaged with the patients. The person who … (read more)
The Orchard was nice. The staff was friendly, she showed me around and showed me the memory care unit. It was really lovely. I love that the workers are fully engaged with the patients. The person who … (read more)

2015

Brookdale Clinton Mississippi

Brookdale Clinton is located in Clinton, Mississippi, a suburb on the western side of Jackson. Its location near I-20 offers easy access to the city, and it sits within walking distance of the Quisenb … (read more)
Brookdale Clinton is located in Clinton, Mississippi, a suburb on the western side of Jackson. Its location near I-20 offers easy access to the city, and it sits within walking distance of the Quisenb … (read more)

Madison Home Place

The workers at Madison Home Place looked like they were taking time with all the residents there. They were encouraging them. When I was there, they were taking them to dinner. They enjoy their jobs s … (read more)
The workers at Madison Home Place looked like they were taking time with all the residents there. They were encouraging them. When I was there, they were taking them to dinner. They enjoy their jobs s … (read more)

SummerHouse Beau Ridge II

I enjoyed the tour at SummerHouse Beau Ridge II. They were very informative. They gave me some important information. I liked the place. They were very professional, and the place was very clean. The … (read more)
I enjoyed the tour at SummerHouse Beau Ridge II. They were very informative. They gave me some important information. I liked the place. They were very professional, and the place was very clean. The … (read more)

The Blake at Flowood

We went to the Blake at Flowood. It was an outstanding facility, topnotch everything, but it was just too expensive. It was a spur on the moment appointment. The staff was wonderful and very friendly. … (read more)
We went to the Blake at Flowood. It was an outstanding facility, topnotch everything, but it was just too expensive. It was a spur on the moment appointment. The staff was wonderful and very friendly. … (read more)

The Blake at Township

The Blake at Township was nice. The lady that normally does the memory care part wasn’t in, so another lady assisted me, and she just told me what she could because she wasn’t the normal person that d … (read more)
The Blake at Township was nice. The lady that normally does the memory care part wasn’t in, so another lady assisted me, and she just told me what she could because she wasn’t the normal person that d … (read more)

St. Catherine’s Village

The country setting of St. Catherine’s Village in Madison, Mississippi, provides tranquil living near a lake and housing options that include homes, cottages and assisted living apartments with separa … (read more)
The country setting of St. Catherine’s Village in Madison, Mississippi, provides tranquil living near a lake and housing options that include homes, cottages and assisted living apartments with separa … (read more)

Ridgeland Place

Ridgeland Place is located in Ridgeland, Mississippi, close to Old Trace Park, Select Speciality Hospital-Jackson and Tougaloo Art Colony. Relatives describe the facility as clean with spacious rooms, … (read more)
Ridgeland Place is located in Ridgeland, Mississippi, close to Old Trace Park, Select Speciality Hospital-Jackson and Tougaloo Art Colony. Relatives describe the facility as clean with spacious rooms, … (read more)

Castlewoods Place

Brookdale Brandon is located in Brandon, Mississippi, just four miles from the popular shopping and dining options of Market Street Flowood and the family-friendly Pelahatchie Shore Park. A recent ren … (read more)
Brookdale Brandon is located in Brandon, Mississippi, just four miles from the popular shopping and dining options of Market Street Flowood and the family-friendly Pelahatchie Shore Park. A recent ren … (read more)

Edgewood Healthcare and Rehabilitation

My aunt is at the Edgewood Health and Rehab. It’s a beautiful place, very modern, and extremely clean. In fact, I probably would go there when I need to find a place. I think they are professional, fr … (read more)
My aunt is at the Edgewood Health and Rehab. It’s a beautiful place, very modern, and extremely clean. In fact, I probably would go there when I need to find a place. I think they are professional, fr … (read more)

What to Consider About Memory Care in Jackson

In Mississippi, memory care facilities are regulated and overseen by the Mississippi State Department of Health. The MSDH handles licensing and monitors various facilities, including memory care, to ensure all of Jackson’s communities comply with state regulations and standards. The MSDH has divisions that focus solely on long-term care and have specific regulations for memory care facilities.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in Jackson

  • Jackson is an affordable city when compared to other cities throughout the state and nation. Based on the U.S. average of 100, Jackson receives a score of 81.8, which is nearly 20% less expensive. Grocery, housing and transportation are all accessible at lower costs, which makes Jackson attractive for the budget-conscious retiree.
  • Weather-wise, Jackson is in a subtropical region with hot and humid summers and mild winters. Residents can enjoy 211 sunny days each year to soak up some of the outdoors, and the January low is about 35 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Jackson is a vibrant city in the Deep South with several cultural attractions and outdoor spaces. The Mississippi Museum of Art, Natchez Trace State Park and Clinton Nature Center may provide a serene environment for seniors with Alzheimer’s and dementia.
  • Although the crime rates are higher in Jackson compared with national averages, seniors in memory care facilities are protected with 24/7 surveillance in a secure environment.
  • Health care in Jackson is slightly more expensive than the national median, but residents also have access to 333 physicians per 100,000 people. This is higher than the U.S. average of 210.
  • Mississippi is one of 12 states with no income tax on retirement income. Seniors in Jackson pay no state income taxes on Social Security benefits, IRAs, 401(k)s or pension plans. The median annual property tax in Mississippi is just $1,097, making it the sixth-lowest in the country.

Paying for Memory Care in Jackson

Note: Residential memory care is usually offered in assisted living facilities, and in general, memory care rates tend to be 20-30% higher than assisted living rates. No national database currently tracks memory care costs in the United States, so we’ve estimated the monthly memory care costs listed below by adding 25% to the rates listed in Genworth’s 2021 Cost of Care Survey.

Memory care in Jackson costs $5,438 per month, but costs at specific facilities can vary depending on plans and locations.

The Cost of Memory Care in Nearby Cities

In terms of memory care costs, Jackson exceeds the state average by an additional $1,063 per month, although it remains slightly below the national average. Hattiesburg, on the other hand, offers a more affordable option, coming in at $283 per month less than Jackson. Gulfport is also less costly, with a difference of $688. In the neighboring city of New Orleans, LA, memory care costs undercut Jackson by a significant margin, with a reduction of $472 per month. 

$5438

Jackson

$4375

Mississippi

$5625

The United States

$4750

Gulfport

$5155

Hattiesburg

$4966

New Orleans, LA

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Nonmedical in-home care costs $2,006 less per month than memory care, and home health care providing light medical care from qualified medical professionals is $1,911 less. Assisted living communities are roughly $1,088 cheaper than memory care, but adult day health care is the least expensive option, at $4,030, which could be ideal for caregivers needing respite. Nursing home facility’s semiprivate rooms cost about $1,649 more per month for seniors who need intensive 24-hour care.

$5438

Memory Care

$3432

In-Home Care

$3527

Home Health Care

$1408

Adult Day Health Care

$4350

Assisted Living Facility

$7087

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Jackson

In Jackson there are options for seniors who need financial assistance paying for Memory Care. For more information about other options, who qualifies, and how to apply, visit 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 and Low-Cost Memory Care Resources in Jackson

Jackson offers many programs and services for free or at a minimal cost to seniors with dementia and their caregivers. While some are physically located in Jackson, others are state or nearby agencies offering convenient access by phone or online.

Resource

Contact

Description

(601) 981-1516

The Central Mississippi Planning & Development District is the local Area on Aging serving residents aged 60+. Its programs and resources include respite, access to care, home meals delivery and case management.

(844) 822-4622

This service is available to seniors who may have resided in a nursing home or long-term care facility and are now able or ready to return to their community. A program specialist ensures all paperwork is completed and provides a referral for a personal assistant to aid in the transition.

(601) 608-0056

This service assists older individuals with legal problems, excluding criminal matters. Cases may involve family or consumer law, Social Security, veterans assistance, guardianship, wills and Medicare/Medicaid. Volunteers can also help with legal forms and government benefit program questions.

(888) 844-0041

Trained advocates visit any licensed memory care facility and personal care homes to investigate, verify and resolve complaints by residents of long-term care facilities or their caretakers. The advocates assist with concerns regarding care, services, financial assistance and rights that may affect the dignity or well-being of seniors.

(844) 822-4622

The Mississippi Family Caregiver Support Program partners with caregivers to provide support and respite as needed. Individual counseling, caregiver training and support groups are available. Supplemental services are limited, but caregivers can get resources and answers to questions.

(601) 960-1918

Jackson's multiple senior services and centers offer recreational and leisure programs, health and wellness classes and cultural programs. Congregate meals are available at the Champion, Tougaloo, Westside, Sykes, TL Love and Smith Robertson centers. The centers also provide transportation and home-delivered meals.

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Jackson

Jackson Memory Care Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Memory Care Facilities in Mississippi are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Mississippi page for more information about these laws.