<div>GREENVILLE—Researchers looking into the expected impact of the so-called “big beautiful bill” say, it could lead to the closure of at least three delta-area nursing homes.Its a development that has people in the delta and the U.S. Senate finance committee, concerned.In rural areas like the delta, nursing homes aren’t just healthcare facilities — they’re a lifeline, says retired nurse Linda wright.“We hope and pray that they don’t lose funds, but we know they’re already underfunded in so many areas, and that causes a shorter bring able to get that the help that we need,” said Linda Wright.She fears the so-called “big beautiful bill.” Could stretch that lifeline even thinner, as it slashes federal Medicaid funding and shifts more costs to the states.Healthcare advocates warn that could put dozens of nursing homes at risk of closure, including three in the delta; Diversicare of Batesville, along with River Heights and Mississippi Care Center, both of Greenville.Congressman Bennie Thompson says the bill would reduce Medicaid reimbursements for nursing homes and relax some staffing requirements.“For instance, they will no longer have to have an RN on staff during regular hours. They can substitute it with another professional. Well, that will lower the sill set for individuals who have relatives in nursing homes,” said Rep. Bennie Thompson, D-Congressman.The Clarion Ledger reports 11 nursing homes across Mississippi could face the threat of closure.We tried to get comment from all three area nursing homes on the danger list.Only Mississippi Care Center of Greenville had a response, telling the delta news they have no plans to close and still have rooms available.Congressman Thompson and Wright agree, the cuts could cause hundreds of healthcare workers to lose their jobs, and local economies would take a hit.“And we just pray that they can get the funds they need to continue serving our people,” said Linda Wright.She hopes the three delta area nursing homes can stay off the chopping block so the elderly can get care they need, and nurses like her, can stay on the job.</div>

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GREENVILLE—Researchers looking into the expected impact of the so-called “big beautiful bill” say, it could lead to the closure of at least three delta-area nursing homes. Its a development that has people in the delta and the U.S. Senate finance committee, concerned. In rural areas like the...

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GREENVILLE—Researchers looking into the expected impact of the so-called “big beautiful bill” say, it could lead to the closure of at least three delta-are

Study Says 3 Delta Nursing Homes Face Potential Difficulty

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