The Verandah Retirement Community in Lake Charles
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Lake Charles, LA

The Verandah Retirement Community in Lake Charles

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Lake Charles, LA

Overview of The Verandah Retirement Community in Lake Charles

A member of the Sunshine Retirement Community, The Verandah Retirement Community in Lakes Charles has a solid reputation for offering assisted living and memory care services. The nurturing environment empowers and enhances the quality of life for residents by providing tailored care to each unique individual. The Verandah approaches senior living in a modern way that embraces and enriches its residents’ overall wellness.

Many of its amenities are centered on attentive support and personal hygiene of its seniors, such as assistance with bathing, grooming, medication management, housekeeping, and help with daily routine. They offer life enrichment programs focusing on assisted living for dementia patients by encouraging various stimulating and engaging activities that residents can choose from.

Years in operation
19 years in operation Rank #59 / 91Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 59th 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: 1 / 100 Rank #345 / 368Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 345th 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
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BBB Rating: A+ (Accredited)
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Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactTammy Friesen, Executive Director

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What does this home offer?

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Room Sizes: 851 / 1,070 / 1,242 - 1,610 sq. ft

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for The Verandah Retirement Community in Lake Charles

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Address 204.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Lake Charles's city center to The Verandah Retirement Community in Lake Charles's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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

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The Verandah Retirement Community in Lake Charles
AL
IL
MC
Lake Charles-Yes
1
Facility 1
LA AVG 37
Rank #345 / 368
1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed-
19
Facility 19
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A+
The Verandah Assisted Living and Memory Care
AL
IL
MC
RC
Lake Charles-No
1
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LA AVG 37
Rank #345 / 368
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed---

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Louisiana

The Verandah Retirement Community in Lake Charles is located in Lake Charles, 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.
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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 The Verandah Retirement Community in Lake Charles

Is The Verandah Retirement Community in Lake Charles in a walkable area?

The Verandah Retirement Community in Lake Charles has a walk score of 1. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

Are there photos of The Verandah Retirement Community in Lake Charles?

Yes — there are 5 photos of The Verandah Retirement Community in Lake Charles in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of The Verandah Retirement Community in Lake Charles?

The Verandah Retirement Community in Lake Charles is located at 5851 Gray Market Dr, Lake Charles, LA 70605.

What is the phone number of The Verandah Retirement Community in Lake Charles?

(504) 229-4574 will put you in contact with the team at The Verandah Retirement Community in Lake Charles.

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