Evangeline Oaks Guest House

Nursing Home
Overview of Evangeline Oaks Guest House
Evangeline Oaks Guest House Nursing Home & Rehabilitation Center is a 190-bed skilled nursing home facility located in Carencro, Louisiana. It provides 24-hour nursing care and assistance with activities of daily living. The facility offers a home-like atmosphere with various amenities and services to enhance the quality of life for its residents.

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
1/5
Louisiana average: 2.4/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
2/5
Louisiana average: 2.8/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
1/5
Louisiana average: 2.4/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
1/5
Louisiana average: 2.0/5

Nursing care per resident

Info Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
4h 25m per day

This home provides 7% more nursing time per resident than the state average.

Louisiana average: 4h 9m per day

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 190

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Louisiana average
Occupancy rate 45.2%
Residents per day (avg) 85
Occupancy rate
45.2%
Residents per day (avg)
85

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly long-term care residents

Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.

Might be optimal for
Long-term daily care Ongoing support needs

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

45% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 5 - 6 months

Private pay

25% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 6 - 7 months

Medicaid

29% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 4 - 5 years

Finances and operations

Proprietary home
Corporation
Home revenue
$10.4M
Profit
$1.6M
Proprietary home Corporation
Home revenue
$10,419,537.00
Profit
$1,601,053.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$4.0M
38.5% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$4.3M
Total costs $8.3M
Bed community size
190-bed community
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.

About this community

Facility Type
Medicare and Medicaid

Additional licensing details

CMS Certification Number: 195578
County: Lafayette

Ownership & operating entity

Owner name: CARENCRO NUSING HOME INC
Profit status: For profit - Corporation

Safety & Compliance

Safety Features: Video surveillance.

Care Services

Accepts Medicaid
Accepts Medicare
Doctor on Staff
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Memory Care
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Short-Term Rehab

All Levels of Care

Skilled Nursing
Rehabilitation
Memory Care

Amenities & Lifestyle

24-hour on-call physician coverage
On-site physician visits
On-site nurse practitioner
On-site dental visits
In-house rehabilitation for therapy
Restorative care and training programs
Assistance with activities of daily living
Specialized skin and wound care
Private rooms
Semi-private rooms
Individualized meal programs
Room service dining
Beauty salon/barber shop
Resident-planned activities
Courtyards for outdoor enjoyment
Daily activities
Video surveillance
Memory/Alzheimer’s care
Secure courtyards
Heated shower rooms with whirlpool spa tubs
500KW generator for power outages
Transportation services for medical appointments
Religious services.

Programs & Activities

Activities
Resident-planned activities, including special event outings.
Specific Programs
Skilled Nursing, Rehabilitation, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, Short-Term Rehabilitation, Admissions, Amenities, Activities.
Religious Services
Yes

Pricing & Financial Information

Dining & Nutrition

Food Description
Individualized meal programs reviewed by a registered dietician; Room service dining.

Access & Eligibility

Ways to qualify for care at this community, including accepted programs and payment options.

Medicaid Accepted

This facility is certified for eligible Medicaid services.

Medicare Accepted

This facility is certified for eligible Medicare services.

Payment & Funding Options

Medicaid Medicare Long-term care insurance

Performance summary

Key indicators of commitment to quality care and safety.

Ratings

Overall Rating
1 / 5

Based on the Louisiana Department of Health, Health Standards Section surveys measuring health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.

Health Inspection Rating
2 / 5

Based on the Louisiana Department of Health, Health Standards Section surveys measuring health inspection findings. Fewer deficiencies result in higher ratings.

Quality Measures Rating
1 / 5

Based on the Louisiana Department of Health, Health Standards Section surveys measuring resident health outcomes and care practices.

Staffing Rating
1 / 5

Based on the Louisiana Department of Health, Health Standards Section surveys measuring staffing levels, including hours of care provided per resident per day.

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The information below is reported by the Louisiana Department of Health, Health Standards Section.
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Evangeline Oaks Guest House
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

LA 70520
190
No
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Address 0.8 miles from city center

Address Carencro, LA 70520

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

173
Total Staff
94
Employees
79
Contractors
33,858
Total Hours (Quarter)
40
Avg Staff/Day
9.3
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse28.2 No
Licensed Practical Nurse3210.1 Yes
Certified Nursing Assistant1119.9 Yes
Staff by Category
Administration
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
150 staff
9.8hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
5 staff
8.4hs shift avg
Therapy Services
10 staff
6.3hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services
4 staff
6.4hs shift avg
Dietary Services
1 staff
8.4hs shift avg
Other Services
2 staff
8.2hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
14.5%
of total hours from contractors
4,918 contractor hours this quarter
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2 Physical Therapy Assistant: 2 Qualified Social Worker: 4 Licensed Practical Nurse: 8 Certified Nursing Assistant: 57 Speech Language Pathologist: 3 Physical Therapy Aide: 2 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant545711119,5579099%9.9
Licensed Practical Nurse248327,7959099%10.1
RN Director of Nursing5051,8597178%7.9
Nurse Practitioner2026526673%8.7
Dietitian1015326369%8.4
Administrator1015206571%8
Mental Health Service Worker1015096066%8.5
Qualified Social Worker0444346673%6.4
Dental Services Staff1014035156%7.9
Clinical Nurse Specialist3033663943%8
Respiratory Therapy Technician0222974853%6.2
Registered Nurse2022543134%8.2
Physical Therapy Assistant0222503943%6.2
Physical Therapy Aide0222052932%7.1
Speech Language Pathologist0331733134%5.6
Occupational Therapy Aide0115167%8.5

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 11

Louisiana average 6.5


Last Health inspection on Aug 2025

Total health citations 61
Citations per inspection
5.55

Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

27 of 61 citations resulted from standard inspections; 21 of 61 resulted from complaint investigations; and 13 of 61 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 1.1


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 0.5

0 critical citations More info Louisiana average: 1.1

0 serious citations More info Louisiana average: 0.5

61 moderate citations More info Louisiana average: 23.7

0 minor citations More info Louisiana average: 0.4
Citations history (last 3 years)
Quality of Care moderate citation Aug 27, 2025
Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation Aug 27, 2025
Corrected

Resident Rights moderate citation Aug 27, 2025
Corrected

Resident Rights moderate citation Aug 27, 2025
Corrected

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Ownership: For-Profit Corporation
Resident Census by Payment Source
87 Total Residents
Medicare 4 (4.6%)
Medicaid 74 (85.1%)
Private Pay/Other 9 (10.3%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Family Engagement

Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 15.9
35% worse than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 11.7

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 30.2
48% worse than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 20.4

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 32.6%
59% worse than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 20.5%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 34.4%
46% worse than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 23.5%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 23.7%
39% worse than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 17.1%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 3.2%
7% better than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 3.5%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 5.4%
14% better than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 6.4%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 2.9%
In line with Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 2.7%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 3.6%
30% better than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 5.1%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 0.0%
100% better than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 1.6%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 16.7%
18% better than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 20.4%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 71.7%
22% worse than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 91.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 87.9%
7% worse than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 94.9%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 15.2%
82% worse than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 82.5%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 3.0%
In line with Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 3.1%

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Community Choices Waiver

Louisiana Medicaid Community Choices

Age 65+ or 21+ with disability, Louisiana resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

High demand in urban areas.

Louisiana Elderly and Disabled Adults Program

LA EDA Program

Age 60+, Louisiana resident, at risk of nursing home.

~$1,800/month (varies).

$5,000 (individual).

Limited funding; rural focus.

Long Term-Personal Care Services (LT-PCS)

Louisiana Medicaid Long Term-Personal Care Services

Age 65+ or disabled, Louisiana resident, Medicaid-eligible, needs ADL assistance.

$943/month (individual), $1,415/month (couple).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Medically Needy Spend-Down option available.

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

Louisiana PACE

Age 55+, Louisiana resident, Medicare/Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need, safe community living possible.

No strict limit; Medicaid portion $2,901/month max.

$2,000 (individual) for Medicaid; none for Medicare-only.

Limited centers (e.g., Baton Rouge, Lafayette).

Adult Day Health Care (ADHC) Waiver

Louisiana Medicaid Adult Day Health Care Waiver

Age 65+ or 22-64 with disabilities, Louisiana resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

$2,901/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Includes transitional support from nursing homes.

Aged, Blind, and Disabled (ABD) Medicaid

Louisiana Medicaid Aged, Blind, and Disabled Program

Age 65+, blind, or disabled, Louisiana resident, Medicaid-eligible.

$943/month (individual), $1,415/month (couple).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Medically Needy Spend-Down available.

Louisiana Elderly Protective Services (EPS)

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

Age 60+, Louisiana resident, experiencing abuse/neglect/exploitation.

No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.

None specified.

Focus on urban and rural elder abuse cases.

Senior Rx Program

Louisiana Senior Rx (Prescription Assistance)

Age 65+, Louisiana resident, no/low prescription coverage.

Varies by linked program; ~$30,000/year suggested.

None specified.

Bridges gaps in Medicare Part D coverage.

Veterans Aid and Attendance (A&A) Benefit

Louisiana VA Aid and Attendance (Federal/State Coordination)

Wartime veteran or spouse, age 65+ or disabled, needs ADL help, Louisiana resident.

Net income minus medical expenses < $1,984/month (individual with A&A).

~$155,356 (2025 net worth limit).

High veteran population in rural areas.

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