Gardens of Somerset
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Monroe, LA

Gardens of Somerset

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Monroe, LA

Overview of Gardens of Somerset

Gardens of Somerset in Monroe, LA, is a continuing care retirement community that offers comprehensive care options, ranging from independent living to memory care. Promoting a lively and welcoming environment, the community ensures older adults feel at home during their stay. With 24-hour assistance, nutritious meals, and household services, residents experience a maintenanance-free living. The community also focuses on residents’ holistic well-being, creating care plans tailored to their unique needs and preferences.

Light exercises, social gatherings, and various activities provide residents with more opportunities to explore new interests and gain meaningful experiences. An activity room, a movie theater, and an on-site beauty salon are among the many amenities dedicated to residents’ relaxation and wellness. Residents also have a stress-free retirement, with its beautiful setting in Monroe. As one of the best options for senior living in Louisiana, this retirement community continuously provides the highest quality of care for older adults’ well-being.

Bed community size
130-bed community Rank #85 / 261Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 85th out of 261 homes in Louisiana for Bed Count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Louisiana facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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 larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 18 / 100 Rank #289 / 368Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 289th out of 368 homes in Louisiana for Walk Score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Louisiana facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

License Details

StatusActive
License LevelLevel 3 - Assisted Living
License Number2203785392

Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactAshley Kirk (per state records, record updated Jul 2026)

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsIndependent Living Cottages, Independent Living Apartments, Assisted Living Apartments, Memory Care Apartments, The Clinic
Touring HoursMonday-Sunday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

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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: Two-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Managed by Ashley Kirk

Executive Director

10 years of experience

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Address 9.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Monroe's city center to Gardens of Somerset's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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

Gardens of Somerset
AL
IL
MC
Monroe (Sterlington)
130
Facility 130
LA AVG 113
Rank #85 / 261
Yes
18
Facility 18
LA AVG 37
Rank #289 / 368
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AL
MC
Monroe (Ouachita Parish)
68
Facility 68
LA AVG 113
Rank #214 / 261
No
45
Facility 45
LA AVG 37
Rank #131 / 368
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AL
IL
MC
RC
Monroe (Lamkin)
60
Facility 60
LA AVG 113
Rank #228 / 261
Yes
27
Facility 27
LA AVG 37
Rank #240 / 368
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46
Facility 46
LA AVG 26
Rank #8 / 92
A+
Amera Assisted Living & Memory Care (formerly Rosemont)
AL
MC
West Monroe (Old Ten)-Yes
37
Facility 37
LA AVG 37
Rank #184 / 368
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AL
West Monroe-Yes
71
Facility 71
LA AVG 37
Rank #25 / 368
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Louisiana

Gardens of Somerset is located in Monroe, 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.
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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.
LA

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 Gardens of Somerset

What neighborhood is Gardens of Somerset in?

Gardens of Somerset is in the Sterlington neighborhood of Monroe.

Is Gardens of Somerset in a walkable area?

Gardens of Somerset has a walk score of 18. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Gardens of Somerset?

According to LA state health department records, Gardens of Somerset's license number is 2203785392.

Are pets allowed at Gardens of Somerset?

Yes, Gardens of Somerset allows residents to bring their pets.

How many beds does Gardens of Somerset have?

Gardens of Somerset has 130 beds.

Are there photos of Gardens of Somerset?

Yes — there are 101 photos of Gardens of Somerset in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Gardens of Somerset?

Gardens of Somerset is located at 340 Lonewa Rd, Monroe, LA 71203.

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