Pascagoula, MS · 54 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingUsually has openings
One of Pascagoula's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $9,480–$11,250/mo
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Driftwood Nursing Center
1500 Broad Avenue, Gulfport, MS 39501 · Harrison County
Memorial Driftwood Nursing Center offers quality nursing and rehabilitation services for Gulf Coast residents.
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GoodHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlookUsually has openings
Typically 67% full — availability is generally good.
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 solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Gulfport
Driftwood Nursing Center is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Gulfport, MS, with 151 certified beds and an average of about 101 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 1/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.32 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.60 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 100%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 3 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓Strong health-inspection rating
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.32 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •High staff turnover (100%)
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Gulfport, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 151
- Avg. residents/day
- 101
- Ownership
- Non profit - Other
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 255290
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 | $9,480–$11,250/mo (median $10,110) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Gulfport 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
- 4.32
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.60
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 100%
- 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)
- 3
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2026-01-29
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (11 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-01-29Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
2026-01-29Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
2026-01-29Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2024-10-31Severity 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.
2024-10-31Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
2024-10-31Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2024-08-20Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
2024-06-27Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
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.
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Respite / short-term stays
- ✓ Daily activities & events
Location
1500 Broad Avenue, Gulfport, MS
- Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
Reviews & reputation
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How much does Driftwood Nursing Center cost?
Driftwood Nursing Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Gulfport, MS area typically runs $9,480–$11,250 per month (median $10,110, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Driftwood Nursing Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Driftwood Nursing Center 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 1/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Driftwood Nursing Center?
Staff provide about 4.32 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 100% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Driftwood Nursing Center?
Driftwood Nursing Center has 11 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-01-29). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Driftwood Nursing Center have availability?
Typically 67% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Driftwood Nursing Center offer?
Driftwood Nursing Center in Gulfport, MS offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 151 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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