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At first, changes in behavior are small, almost indiscernible. But then they progress. Everyday tasks become more difficult. Meals are skipped. Medications forgotten. That’s when you realize everything isn’t “fine” and your loved one needs additional support—more than you can provide on your own.

Like many families, you might be wrestling with the decision of what to do now. How do you honor your loved one’s independence while also ensuring their safety and well-being? How do you take the next step with both wisdom and compassion? Assisted living can be the answer. And in Madison, Mississippi, award-winning assisted living can be found in Marian Hall on the St. Catherine’s Village campus.

Nestled among 160 wooded acres, St. Catherine’s Village provides senior living options for adults age 62 and greater. The all-inclusive Life Plan Community offers more than just exceptional care—it radiates a sense of peace and continuity. It’s a place where seniors can continue to live with dignity, surrounded by compassion and encouragement.

Assisted living residents in Marian Hall receive the support they need with daily tasks, whether it’s help with meals, mobility or medication. As a ministry of St. Dominic Health, there’s a spirit of kindness woven into each interaction. Staff members serve with patience and purpose. Meaningful friendships take root quickly. And faith is present in the quiet rhythms of daily life: a staff member gently helping a resident down the hall, laughter shared over a meal, companionship among neighbors, and engagement in enriching activities.

Within Marian Hall, caregivers and professional nursing staff are available around the clock to care for the whole person—body, mind and spirit. The building’s welcoming environment is created from large, light-filled, communal sunrooms combined with individual, private residences that feel like home. Three healthy meals a day are served in a restaurant-style dining room with snacks and beverages available in between. Fitness programs inspire wellness. And, 24-hour security gives residents and their family members peace of mind.

Most seniors find that within weeks of moving into Marian Hall, they settle into a new routine and discover a sense of belonging and renewed joy. Their family members no longer carry the weight of trying to be a caregiver. Instead, they can become daughters, sons, nieces, nephews again…able to spend meaningful time with their loved ones.

Choosing assisted living is never simple. Decision-making is filled with questions, emotions and moments of uncertainty. But assisted living in Marian Hall can be a step toward peace; a way to ensure that those you love are cared for with dignity, compassion and faith.

The next chapter doesn’t mean letting go. It simply means placing your loved one in caring hands—and trusting that they will continue to be seen, known and loved.

Put your trust in St. Catherine’s Village, Madison’s preeminent Life Plan Community for more than 35 years. Call 601-856-0123 or visit www.StCatherinesVillage.com to schedule your visit.

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New residents who move into assisted living can save $3,000 by taking advantage of St. Catherine’s Village new move-in specials, available only for a limited time. Residents must move into Marian Hall by March 31, 2026 in order to qualify for the incentive, which offers savings of $1,000 per month for the first three months’ stay. Restrictions apply, see senior living consultant for complete details.

At Marian Hall, assisted living provides personalized care that supports independence while surrounding residents with warmth, understanding and respect. Days are enriched with social activities, meaningful relationships, and gentle guidance from caring professionals. Here, residents find compassion and confidence…every day.

Assisted living residents in Marian Hall receive physical help with day-to-day tasks as well as spiritual nourishment, meaningful fellowship, and the reassuring presence of caring staff who serve with heart and purpose. It’s a place where friendships form naturally, faith is gently woven into daily moments, and seniors can experience joyfulness as part of a loving community.

With independent living, skilled nursing and memory care in addition to assisted living, St. Catherine’s Village is Madison’s preeminent, all-inclusive Life Plan Community—providing seniors the right care at the right time. The gated property is located on 160 picturesque acres and is the first retirement community in Mississippi to earn accreditation by CARF-CCAC. This “commitment to excellence” seal signifies that the campus exceeds the standards established by the only international accrediting body for CCRCs.

For more details on move-in specials, call (601) 856-0123 to schedule a tour.

St. Catherine’s Village is hosting a Job Fair on Wednesday, March 4th from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. We’re looking for individuals to join our new Forefront food service team to fill openings including general manager, executive chef, resident experience manager, full-time baker, full-time cook, full-time sous, café grill cook, and full- and part-time servers.

Forefront Healthcare is unique, experienced and specialized in serving senior living communities. With finely tailored, high-quality culinary and support services, the company helps its partners elevate the patient and resident experience. Furthermore, Forefront’s commitment to employee growth, well-being and success is the cornerstone of its vibrant and inclusive workplace.

Advance your career with a company that has been named one of the “Best Places To Work” by Modern Healthcare for four years straight and was also named to Inc. magazine’s Best Workplaces list in 2025.

Click here to see full job descriptions.

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St. Catherine’s Village is excited to announce the addition of Dr. William Loper as the senior living community’s new medical director.

A native of Jackson, Mississippi, Dr. Loper is a graduate of the University of Mississippi School of Medicine and adds a wealth of experience to St. Catherine’s Village. Board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine, he specializes in adults over 65 and brings not only clinical expertise but a deep understanding of the dignity, respect and personalized attention seniors deserve. Throughout his career, he has served on numerous boards and has held several leadership roles at St. Dominic Hospital, including as Chief of Staff. His leadership further strengthens St. Catherine’s Village’s mission to provide peace of mind as an all-inclusive Life Plan Community.

As a ministry of St. Dominc Health, St. Catherine’s Village serves the aging population of Mississippi with a 160-acre campus in Madison. Here, a full continuum of care is available with independent living in garden homes and apartments, assisted living in Marian Hall, memory care in Campbell Cove, and skilled nursing in Hughes Center, Siena Center and Tuscany. The award-winning property is Mississippi’s first Continuing Care Retirement Community to earn accreditation by CARF-CCAC, an independent, nonprofit accreditor of health and human services working to advance excellence in the senior living industry.

Residents who enter St. Catherine’s Village as part of its Life Plan program are guaranteed lifetime housing and care as they age, even as their needs change. With a one-time entrance investment and all-inclusive monthly service fees, residents can move seamlessly from one care level to another without having to leave the community and connections they’ve come to know and love.

Service at St. Catherine’s Village reflects the organizations core values of reverence and love for all of life, joyfulness of spirit, humility, and justice. Care focuses on every dimension of well-being—not only physical wellness but also mental health, social networking, intellectual growth, and spiritual support. This wholistic approach has contributed to the senior living community’s continued success for more than 35 years and its rave resident reviews. In fact, in several instances, multiple generations of families have called St. Catherine’s Village home.

As Madison’s preeminent Life Plan Community, St. Catherine’s Village offers the right care at the right time within an uplifting, mission-driven environment.

Independent Living

Garden homes and apartments on the St. Catherine’s Village campus offer completely maintenance-free living plus housekeeping and linen services. Flexible dining plans allow residents to come together while activities like music, art, exercise, devotion, and worship provide additional opportunities to connect every day.

Assisted Living

At Marian Hall, personalized care supports independence while surrounding residents with warmth, understanding and respect. Days are enriched with social activities, meaningful relationships, and gentle guidance from caring professionals.

Memory Care

Campbell Cove’s award-winning memory care offers comforting routines, enriching activities and sensory experiences designed to spark engagement and ease anxiety.

Skilled Nursing

When round-the-clock assistance is needed, Siena Center, Tuscany and Hughes Center offer options for person-centered care where individualized plans honor each person’s social, intellectual, spiritual, and physical needs so that residents feel protected and respected.

Outside, St. Catherine’s Village boasts a heavily wooded campus filled with lush landscaping, mature trees, walking paths, sparkling ponds, and outdoor amenities, making it a beautiful oasis for a relaxing retirement lifestyle.

For more information on senior living at St. Catherine’s Village Life Plan Community, visit www.StCatherinesVillage.com or call (601) 856-0123 to schedule a tour.