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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Leaf, MS

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Provides: Assisted 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.
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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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[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
Care types provided by this community
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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Provides: Independent Living
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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: Independent Living
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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.
Photo of The Plaza at the Towers
Provides: Assisted 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.
Photo of The Plaza at the Towers
Provides: Assisted 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.
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Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Independent Living
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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: Independent Living
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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
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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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Provides: Assisted 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.
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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Provides: Assisted 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.
Magnolia Gardens Assisted Living is a quaint, idyllic assisted living community in heart of Pinellas Park, FL. Set on Florida's beautiful gulf coast in a small town outside of Tampa, residents can enjoy the beach all year round, creating a perfect place for friends and family to visit, whether...
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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Provides: Assisted 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.

Cost of independent living in Leaf, MS

The average cost of senior living in Leaf is $3,280 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Waynesboro, MS with an average of $2,600 per month.

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

Leaf, MS
$3,280/mo
$3,300/mo
$3,519/mo

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

Leaf, MS
$3,280/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

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

$3,614/mo
Independent Living
$3,280/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,526/mo
Studio
$3,969/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,054/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,781/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,600/mo

Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Leaf

Recent reviews for independent living in Leaf

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.

The Claiborne at Gulfport Highlands

4.8
The cleanliness, the organization and the friendliness of the staff members at Claiborne immediately stood out to our family. We like the location of this community and how it is newer and based on our experience so far we would recommend this community to others.

Crescent Landing at Hattiesburg

5.0
Amazing Facility and incredible Staff. I am so happy I chose this Facility for my Mom who enjoys living here. The staff is amazing and always available for help and are so caring. [name removed] the Administrator cares very much for her residents and has helped me anytime I have an issue. Her ...
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Leaf independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Leaf independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Leaf, 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 Leaf 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 Leaf partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Leaf, MSNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
12.8%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.7%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.1%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Leaf 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 Leaf communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Leaf, MSNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
12.8%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
17%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
12.8%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.4%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Leaf 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 Leaf offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Leaf, MSNational
Activity director
Activity director
17%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.8%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13.8%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
20.2%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
20.2%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
17%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
14.9%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.9%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.9%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
19.1%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
19.1%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
14.9%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10.6%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
18.1%
40%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Asher Point Independent Living of Mobile, Proveer at Port City and Somerby of Mobile are the top-rated independent living facilities near Leaf, Mississippi. See full list of communities.

There are 91 independent living facilities near Leaf, Mississippi. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Leaf, Mississippi are Asher Point Independent Living of Mobile. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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