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The cost of independent living in Merrill is about $3,320 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 84 options. Read 422 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Lemoyne Place The Lemoyne Place is an assisted living community located in scenic and historical Biloxi, Mississippi. The independent living community creates an inviting atmosphere for everyone with beautiful property and garden to explore. With numerous community services, Biloxi is the perfect...
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Where the comforts of home, combined with the care of assisted living! The Homestead Assisted Living Community offers resort-style senior living in the heart of D’iberville. The Homestead is locally owned and operated by the Cain family, who bring over 50 years of experience in the senior living...
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Brookside Retirement Community was planned with the needs of today’s seniors in mind. It was designed with four distinct living plans that offer multilevel care within those plans. It is conveniently located in suburban west Mobile along Cottage Hill Road between Hillcrest and Cody Roads. The...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Carrington Place is an assisted living community located in Satsuma, Mobile County, Alabama. If you are looking for a new residence where you will feel comfortable and secure, then Carrington Place is the community for you. Named after the Satsuma orange, Satsuma is a beautiful city filled with...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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[name removed] is the manager of the community and she was extremely helpful and interactive with our family. Our loved ones stay was short but during his stay they really did do a good job making sure he...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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There are 61 manufactured homes in our community in which one must be 55 or better in order to buy. There are no rentals or leases. We do not own the land and therefore pay a monthly fee for which we...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.

Cost of independent living in Merrill, MS

The average cost of senior living in Merrill is $3,320 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Waynesboro, MS with an average of $2,600 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Merrill, MS vs. nearby cities

Merrill, MS
$3,320/mo
$3,518/mo
$3,322/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Merrill, MS vs. the state and national average

Merrill, MS
$3,320/mo
U.S. national average
$4,138/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Merrill vs. other types of senior living

$3,686/mo
Independent Living
$3,320/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Merrill, MS by room type

Semi-Private
$3,285/mo
Studio
$3,689/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,983/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,192/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,900/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Merrill over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Merrill

Recent reviews for independent living in Merrill

Somerby of Mobile

5.0
I never visited in person. My cousin has since moved out of Somerby and into an apartment in Mobile. She never took advantage of all the services and amenities and decided she couldn't afford to stay there. Her one negative comment, which may have been her perception only, was that the residents ...
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One Magnolia Place Assisted Living Facility in Gulfport, MS

5.0
My dad was not here very long. He was entering hospice and we were worried about what kind of care we could give him at home. He was immobile and needed constant care. The staff at One Magnolia Place did their job to perfection and followed all the rules. For the short time he was there ...
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Summerfield Senior Living of Gulfport

4.6
It's a good environment for independent living. The residents get the feeling of living in an apartment and being independent. The studio is small, but it's neat and clean. It's an enjoyable place with plenty of activities.

Merrill independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Merrill independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Merrill, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Merrill independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Merrill partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.9%
20.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22.9%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
18.6%
30.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
15.7%
33.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.7%
9.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Merrill independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Merrill communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
18.6%
36.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25.7%
43%
Room service
Room service
21.4%
36.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Merrill independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Merrill offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
24.3%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.1%
28.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.6%
32.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
28.6%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
27.1%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
22.9%
53.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
21.4%
42.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.9%
37.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
21.4%
41.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25.7%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
25.7%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
21.4%
32.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.7%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
24.3%
46.1%
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Asher Point Independent Living of Mobile, Proveer at Port City and Truewood by Merrill, Ocean Springs are the top-rated independent living facilities near Merrill, Mississippi. See full list of communities.

There are 84 independent living facilities near Merrill, Mississippi. See the full list.

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