The Orchard has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a 2024 Best Independent Living, Best Assisted Living and Best Memory Care senior living community. The trusted, data-backed ratings of the best senior living communities across the United States assist older adults and their loved ones in choosing the right place to call … Read more
The Orchard’s All Inclusive Pricing: One of the first questions older adults and their family members often ask us is, “how much does independent living, assisted living, and memory care cost?” Many people believe prices will be too high for them or their loved ones to afford. While average prices vary widely from city to city … Read more
Deciding when to transition a loved one to residential memory care is never easy. Families often grapple with questions about the right time, wanting to balance the individual’s independence with their safety and well-being. While the decision is deeply personal, there are key indicators that suggest memory care might be the best choice. One significant … Read more
Choosing the right pricing model in senior housing communities can significantly impact both finances and peace of mind. Two common approaches are “all-inclusive pricing” and “level of care charges”, each with distinct benefits and challenges. However, all-inclusive pricing often offers greater simplicity, predictability, and overall value. All-inclusive pricing involves a flat monthly fee covering a … Read more
The Orchard has been selected for the 2024 Best of Ridgeland Award in the Continuing Care Retirement Community category by the Ridgeland Award Program. Each year, the Ridgeland Award Program identifies companies that we believe have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local community and business category. These are local companies that enhance the positive … Read more
William (Thad) McLaurin, The Orchard’s founder, a visionary who set the standard for senior housing in Mississippi has passed. As the developer and co-founder, Thad was instrumental in creating The Orchard, Mississippi’s premier retirement community. A Jackson native, he was a successful business executive and served the community as a board member of numerous civic … Read more
