Notre Dame De La Mer Apartments is a senior living community that provides both independent living and assisted living services in a peaceful setting with southern charm, where residents can find one-bedroom or studio apartments with simple features like window coverings, cable hookups, air conditioning, heating, carpeting or tile floors, a refrigerator, and a bathroom with a tub and shower, making things easy for people on a fixed income, and the rent is typically based on 30% of the renter's adjusted gross income, though there's a waitlist that sometimes takes years. The apartments allow pets under 20 pounds, limit the total number to two, and require a small deposit, and there's a dog park for the pets to use and plenty of outdoor space for everyone to enjoy. Residents can use the laundry facilities on-site, the community room, a lending library, and outdoor smoking areas, and there's high-speed internet, smoke-free common areas, and secure building access with wheelchair accessible rooms for those who need them.
The facility uses terms like "independent living," "personal care," and "custom care solutions" to describe the ways it helps residents live safely and comfortably, and there are friendly, well-organized staff known for being caring and kind who help with daily activities, medication, and personal needs, meeting each person where they are, whether they're healthy and active or need a little more help, including memory care for people with Alzheimer's or dementia in secure settings with special programs to keep memory strong and help reduce confusion. Active seniors can find a lively community with shared spaces designed for social events, a clubhouse, a fitness center for light activity, comfortable suites, and landscaped areas to enjoy, plus scheduled activities and award-winning programs that give residents a chance to stay engaged physically and mentally.
There are also meal services with nutritious food, options for special dietary needs, and easy access to local dining, pharmacies, doctors, parks, places of worship, four hospitals, and transportation services like Million Air and Stennis International Airport not too far away. Housing is designed for seniors who want hassle-free living and safety, with custom care if health needs change, and there's help for both long-term and short-term stays with respite care, making it easier for families who need a break or extra support. Residents can download a detailed brochure from the community's website, and the staff can help answer questions about openings or the long waiting lists, since rates can sometimes be as low as $400 for a larger unit, depending on eligibility and availability. Community culture is welcoming and social, with the atmosphere focused on kindness, safety, and helping seniors remain as independent as they're able for as long as possible.
