Picayune Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center

Picayune Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, located at 1620 Read Road in Picayune, Mississippi, offers comprehensive skilled nursing and short-term rehabilitation services to residents of Pearl River County and the surrounding communities. Managed by Nexion Health, a trusted long-term care organization with deep roots across the South, this facility combines clinical expertise with compassionate, person-centered care. The center provides a full spectrum of skilled nursing services, including post-acute rehabilitation following surgeries, strokes, and orthopedic procedures, as well as long-term nursing care for individuals with complex medical needs. Licensed nursing staff and in-house therapy teams—offering physical, occupational, and speech therapy—work together to help residents regain function and return home whenever possible. Picayune itself is a welcoming small city in the piney woods of southern Mississippi, offering a quiet, community-oriented atmosphere that many seniors and their families find comforting. Highland Community Hospital, located just a short distance away, ensures residents have access to acute medical care when needed. The facility's Read Road location places it within easy reach of Picayune's everyday amenities, including the Walmart Supercenter on Highway 11, local dining along Canal Street, and the city's historic downtown district. Families visiting from the Gulf Coast region will find Picayune conveniently positioned along I-59, roughly 45 miles north of Gulfport and Biloxi. The area's natural beauty—including the nearby Pearl River and the scenic landscape of Pearl River County—provides a peaceful backdrop for recovery. The John C. Stennis Space Center, located just east in Hancock County, is a point of local pride that reflects the region's strong community identity. Nexion Health's commitment to quality outcomes, regulatory compliance, and family communication means residents and loved ones can expect transparency and consistent, attentive care throughout their stay at Picayune Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center.