Bedford Care Center of Marion sits just outside of Meridian in Marion, Mississippi, and offers skilled nursing care for seniors and those with disabilities. The center, renovated in 2009, has 120 certified beds with options for private or companion rooms, and usually has around 73 residents each day. Spacious rooms are set up to help with comfort and ease, and there are large porches with rocking chairs where folks can visit or enjoy the outdoors. Inside, the building has large dining rooms, activity spaces, day-rooms, and a well-equipped therapy room, plus an elegant grand dining room with an electronic baby grand piano. There's also a conference room for meetings or family talks.
A team including registered nurses, certified nursing assistants, licensed practical nurses, and a medical director create personalized care plans, delivering skilled nursing services, restorative nursing, and both short-term and long-term care. The facility provides physical, speech, and occupational therapies in a therapy room, offers pharmacy consultant services, and schedules regular physician visits. Bedford Care Center of Marion provides specialized care for Alzheimer's residents and holds the 2018 Bronze - Commitment to Quality Award. There are nurse call systems with handrails in both bathrooms and bedrooms, along with a security system for added safety.
Residents receive home-style meals cooked by certified dietary managers, and menus are varied for a resident-centered dining experience. The activity program gives people a chance to socialize and take part in enriching options like bingo, arts and crafts, gardening, music activities, exercise classes, and community or religious programs. The "It's Never Too Late" Program lets seniors keep in touch with family using interactive computer screens and enjoy games or educational activities. Outdoor amenities include porches with rocking chairs, and communal spaces give room for social gatherings indoors. The Bedford Care Center has a nurse-to-resident ratio that averages 4.53 nurse hours per resident each day, though the nurse turnover rate is 62.7%. Inspections have found 28 total deficiencies, including 3 related to infections, and past citations noted issues with care planning and supervision for accident hazards. The facility received a $12,741 fine in November 2024 after a complaint report. Managed by Resonate Marketing Solutions, the ownership includes Bedford Health Properties, LLC, Nicole Bevon, Michael Mcelroy, and the Estate of Janet F. Mcelroy. The facility focuses on supporting residents' physical, emotional, and rehabilitation needs and aims to create a comfortable and safe setting for everyday living.
