Skilled Nursing
Hattiesburg, MS · 30 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Hattiesburg's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $9,230–$10,960/mo
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Bedford Alzheimer's Care Center
298 Cahal Street, Hattiesburg, MS 39401 · Forrest County
Bedford Alzheimer’s Care Center is a 60 bed nursing center. This unique center is dedicated to the care of individuals who have memory care issues, dementia, and Alzheimer’s Disease. Bedford...
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GoodHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlook● Very limited availability
Typically 98% full (59 of 60 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast.
If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Hattiesburg
Bedford Alzheimer's Care Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Hattiesburg, MS, with 60 certified beds and an average of about 59 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 2/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.45 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.43 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 49.3%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 0 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $66,700 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Strong health-inspection rating
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.45 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓No deficiencies at last standard survey
- ✓Full sprinkler system
Things to ask about
- •$66,700 in federal fines
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Hattiesburg for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 60
- Avg. residents/day
- 59
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 25A416
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $9,230–$10,960/mo (median $9,840) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Hattiesburg prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 4.45
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.43
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 49.3%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 0
- Federal fines
- 1 ($66,700)
- Total penalties
- 1
- Last standard survey
- 2025-08-14
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- None
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (3 citations on record — showing the latest 3). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2024-03-07Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2023-12-28Severity H — actual harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
2023-12-28Severity H — actual harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2023-12-28 | Fine | $66,700 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Memory care
- ✓ Restaurant-style dining
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ Courtyard / outdoor space
Location
298 Cahal Street, Hattiesburg, MS
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Bedford Alzheimer's Care Center
How much does Bedford Alzheimer's Care Center cost?
Bedford Alzheimer's Care Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Hattiesburg, MS area typically runs $9,230–$10,960 per month (median $9,840, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Bedford Alzheimer's Care Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Bedford Alzheimer's Care Center 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 2/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Bedford Alzheimer's Care Center?
Staff provide about 4.45 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 49.3% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Bedford Alzheimer's Care Center?
Bedford Alzheimer's Care Center has 3 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-08-14). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Bedford Alzheimer's Care Center have availability?
Typically 98% full (59 of 60 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Bedford Alzheimer's Care Center offer?
Bedford Alzheimer's Care Center in Hattiesburg, MS offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 60 beds.
The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you
Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.
- Move-ins take time: assessments, paperwork, and preparation typically run 2–6 weeks in Hattiesburg.
- The best communities fill first: top-rated communities often run a waitlist — touring early holds your place in line.
- Touring costs nothing and commits you to nothing — but it turns a future emergency into a calm, informed choice.
Your next steps — this week
- 1Confirm the fitCheck the inspection record and staffing data on this page against your loved one's needs.
- 2Get exact pricing & availabilityRequest current rates for Bedford Alzheimer's Care Center — takes one minute, answered same day.
- 3Tour 2–3 communitiesCompare this community against two alternatives. Ask about staff turnover, all-in monthly cost, and care-plan changes.
- 4Hold a spotMost communities hold a residence with a small refundable deposit while you decide.
Data sources:CMS verifiedGoogleOfficial website
Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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