Southside Gardens
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Respite Care · Baton Rouge, LA

Southside Gardens

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Respite Care · Baton Rouge, LA

Overview of Southside Gardens

Operating for 37 years, bringing long-term experience to its care, Southside Gardens is an assisted living community on Perkins Road in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. It’s set in a single-story building and offers both one- and two-bedroom housing options, giving residents and their families flexibility in choosing their living space.

The neighborhood scores 67 for walkability, meaning occupants can run some errands on foot, while most outings involve a short drive, a setting best for those who cherish independence and convenient access to local services.

For families exploring Southside Gardens as an option, touring in person would give you a clear sense of the community’s daily environment, room layouts, and existing amenities. Talking with the community directly can help you understand its staffing model, meal plans, specialized services, and acceptance of different payment types like Medicare, Medicaid, or private pay.

Years in operation
37 years in operation Rank #23 / 91Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 23rd out of 91 homes in Louisiana. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Louisiana facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Louisiana that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 67 / 100 Rank #42 / 368Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 42nd out of 368 homes in Louisiana. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Louisiana facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Louisiana that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Accredited)
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Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactMr. Mark D Calvit, Executive Director

Staff Details

Total Employees
50
Full-Time Employees
50

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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Places of interest near Southside Gardens

Address 4.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Baton Rouge's city center to Southside Gardens's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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The information below is reported by the Louisiana Department of Health, Health Standards Section.

The Claiborne at Baton Rouge
AL
IL
MC
Baton Rouge (South Baton Rouge)
104
Facility 104
LA AVG 113
Rank #155 / 262
No
22
Facility 22
LA AVG 37
Rank #264 / 368
Suite / 1 Bed / 2 BedKeith Dennis
8
Facility 8
LA AVG 26
Rank #79 / 91
A+
Sunrise at Siegen
AL
MC
Baton Rouge (South Baton Rouge)
100
Facility 100
LA AVG 113
Rank #167 / 262
Yes
55
Facility 55
LA AVG 37
Rank #76 / 368
Studio / Suite / 1 BedRuth Horton, Administrator
18
Facility 18
LA AVG 26
Rank #62 / 91
A+
Garden View Assisted Living in Baton Rouge
AL
MC
RC
Baton Rouge (Lirocchi)
78
Facility 78
LA AVG 113
Rank #202 / 262
Yes
22
Facility 22
LA AVG 37
Rank #264 / 368
Suite / 1 Bed / 2 BedSOPHIA TALLEY
10
Facility 10
LA AVG 26
Rank #74 / 91
A+
Sunrise of Baton Rouge
AL
HC
MC
Baton Rouge (Mid City South)
71
Facility 71
LA AVG 113
Rank #211 / 262
Yes
46
Facility 46
LA AVG 37
Rank #123 / 368
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / SuiteMichelle Scott
19
Facility 19
LA AVG 26
Rank #59 / 91
A+
Southside Gardens
AL
IL
RC
Baton Rouge (Highlands/Perkins)-Yes
67
Facility 67
LA AVG 37
Rank #42 / 368
1 Bed / 2 Bed-
37
Facility 37
LA AVG 26
Rank #23 / 91
A+

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Louisiana

Southside Gardens is located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Louisiana.

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Community Choices Waiver

Louisiana Medicaid Community Choices

Age 65+ or 21+ with disability
General Louisiana resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
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High demand in urban areas.

Benefits
In-home care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Home modifications Transitional support

Louisiana Elderly and Disabled Adults Program

LA EDA Program

Age 60+
General Louisiana resident, at risk of nursing home.
Income Limits ~$1,800/month varies
Asset Limits $5,000 individual
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Limited funding; rural focus.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Long Term-Personal Care Services (LT-PCS)

Louisiana Medicaid Long Term-Personal Care Services

Age 65+ or disabled
General Louisiana resident, Medicaid-eligible, needs ADL assistance.
Income Limits (2025) $943/month (individual), $1,415/month (couple).
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
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Medically Needy Spend-Down option available.

Benefits
ADL/IADL assistance (20-32 hours/week, varies by need)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Louisiana PACE

Age 55+
General Louisiana resident, Medicare/Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need, safe community living possible.
Income Limits (2025) No strict limit; Medicaid portion $2,901/month max.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual) for Medicaid; none for Medicare-only.
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Limited centers (e.g., Baton Rouge, Lafayette).

Benefits
Adult day care Medical care Personal care Transportation Drugs Respite

Adult Day Health Care (ADHC) Waiver

Louisiana Medicaid Adult Day Health Care Waiver

Age 65+ or 22-64 with disabilities
General Louisiana resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) $2,901/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
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Includes transitional support from nursing homes.

Benefits
Adult day care (up to 8 hours/day, 5 days/week) Personal care Respite Transitional aid

Aged, Blind, and Disabled (ABD) Medicaid

Louisiana Medicaid Aged, Blind, and Disabled Program

Age 65+
General blind, or disabled, Louisiana resident, Medicaid-eligible.
Income Limits (2025) $943/month (individual), $1,415/month (couple).
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
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Medically Needy Spend-Down available.

Benefits
Personal care Adult day care Limited in-home supports

Louisiana Elderly Protective Services (EPS)

Louisiana Governor’s Office of Elderly Affairs - Elderly Protective Services

Age 60+
General Louisiana resident, experiencing abuse/neglect/exploitation.
Income Limits (2025) No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits None specified.
LA

Focus on urban and rural elder abuse cases.

Benefits
Emergency care Temporary housing Legal aid Care coordination (varies by case)

Senior Rx Program

Louisiana Senior Rx (Prescription Assistance)

Age 65+
General Louisiana resident, no/low prescription coverage.
Income Limits (2025) Varies by linked program; ~$30,000/year suggested.
Asset Limits None specified.
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Bridges gaps in Medicare Part D coverage.

Benefits
Prescription cost reduction (up to 50% discounts) Application assistance

Veterans Aid and Attendance (A&A) Benefit

Louisiana VA Aid and Attendance (Federal/State Coordination)

Age
General Wartime veteran or spouse, age 65+ or disabled, needs ADL help, Louisiana resident.
Income Limits (2025) Net income minus medical expenses < $1,984/month individual with A&A
Asset Limits ~$155,356 2025 net worth limit
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High veteran population in rural areas.

Benefits
Cash benefit ($1,478-$2,471/month individual, varies by status) for care costs

Frequently Asked Questions about Southside Gardens

What neighborhood is Southside Gardens in?

Southside Gardens is in the Highlands/Perkins neighborhood of Baton Rouge.

Is Southside Gardens in a walkable area?

Southside Gardens has a walk score of 67. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Are there photos of Southside Gardens?

Yes — there are 5 photos of Southside Gardens in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Southside Gardens?

Southside Gardens is located at 4604 Perkins Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70808.

What is the phone number of Southside Gardens?

(225) 910-6018 will put you in contact with the team at Southside Gardens.

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