Diversicare of Meridian sits as a skilled nursing facility that offers a mix of care options, so folks find skilled nursing, assisted living, memory care, short-term rehab, long-term care, complex medical care, and hospice care all under one roof, and the team there includes nurses, therapists, and doctors who give 24-hour supervision and change care as each person's needs change, and there's always a call system for help at any time, which you'll see with the staff helping with things like bathing, dressing, getting around, and managing medicine. The facility provides help with everyday living, giving support with transfers, medication management, and other needs, and that means both daily help for longer stays and more focused rehab for folks who are in and out. Folks with memory issues or conditions like Alzheimer's get special attention and benefit from programs like the Spark Lifestyle Program, and for complicated medical needs like wound or cardiac care, IV therapy, dialysis, or respiratory care, there's experience on hand and a full healthcare team ready to step in. The clinic on-site focuses on physical medicine and rehabilitation, and veterans can get short-stay skilled services based on their needs.
The place houses up to 120 people, but by June 2025 only 25 beds are certified, and it accepts Medicaid and Medicare, which makes things a little easier for many families. Residents and their families take part in councils that help guide operations, and the organization, owned by a limited liability company and managed by Frontier Management, aims to be practical and welcoming for all. Rooms come furnished, with private bathrooms, air conditioning, cable TV, Wi-Fi, and phones, and some have kitchenettes for added comfort. People find a library, fitness room, game room, arts room, movie theater, outdoor paths, and gardens, and activities can be big or small, organized by staff or led by residents themselves, so whether it's music, movies, or art, there's usually something going on most days, and you'll find housekeeping, linen service, chef-inspired meals with special diet options, and even a beauty salon.
Transportation's arranged for those who need it, there's parking, outdoor dining, and indoor community spaces for gatherings, and there's always someone nearby if something happens, since there's a 24/7 emergency response. Folks find daily activities, social and recreational programs, and support for moving in or coordinating care, and there's a wide range of medical services for the changing needs older people might have, including hospice care if needed. Most people find the environment comfortable, with plenty to do or quiet places to enjoy, and the staff works to give each person as much independence as they can while adapting to changing health conditions. The main language spoken is English, and the facility has its own focus on helping residents maintain their confidence and sense of self, and the care team keeps up with every person's situation, updating treatment and care plans as needed. All in all, Diversicare of Meridian offers a full set of services for older adults with different levels of need, providing everything from daily living help and rehab, to long-term and complex care, in a building that's part of a bigger retirement community setup, so people can get the right amount of help when they need it.
