Courtyard Retirement & Assisted Living
Assisted Living & Respite Care · Lafayette, LA

Courtyard Retirement & Assisted Living

Assisted Living & Respite Care · Lafayette, LA

Overview of Courtyard Retirement & Assisted Living

Courtyard Assisted Living is a cherished family-owned and operated establishment since 1985 in Lafayette, Louisiana. Conveniently located, this community has woven together residents and employees into an extended family, creating an environment of belonging and comfort. The genuine warmth shared between Courtyard’s residents and its dedicated staff fosters a sense of home away from home.

Courtyard Retirement and Assisted Living stands as Lafayette’s pioneering retirement community, setting the bar for care and a homelike haven. Whether seeking assistance due to aging, illness, recovery, or rehabilitation, Courtyard’s caregivers deliver tailored services rooted in trust and compassion. Beyond helping with daily tasks, this assisted living community builds nurturing relationships with each senior resident, offering unparalleled one-on-one attention and care. Courtyard specializes in providing attentive care and daily living support to individuals across various needs. With 24-hour staff presence and a dedicated security guard, safety and carefree living are paramount, allowing residents to embrace the fulfilling life they deserve.

Capacity and availability

Residents per day
83
Years in operation
41 years in operation Rank #16 / 92Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 16th out of 92 homes we track in Louisiana for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Louisiana facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Louisiana that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.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: 44 / 100 Rank #136 / 343Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 136th out of 343 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Louisiana that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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Inspection History

In Louisiana, the Department of Health, Health Standards Section performs unannounced onsite surveys to verify that healthcare providers meet both state licensing and federal safety rules.

Since 2022 · 4 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 31 deficiencies 6 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Louisiana state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2022 vs. Louisiana state average
Overall vs. LA average 2 Worse Metrics worse than Louisiana average:
• Total deficiencies (11% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (25% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityLA Averagevs. LA Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 3128 This facility has 11% more total deficiencies than a typical Louisiana assisted living residence (31 vs. LA avg 28).↑ 11% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 5.24.16 This facility has 25% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Louisiana assisted living residence (5.2 vs. LA avg 4.16).↑ 25% worse

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityLA Averagevs. LA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 67 This facility has had 14% fewer total inspections than the Louisiana average (6 vs. LA avg 7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 14% fewer

What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Places of interest near Courtyard Retirement & Assisted Living

Address 4.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Lafayette's city center to Courtyard Retirement & Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Lafayette

Info below is compiled from the LA Dept. of Health (LDH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Designated contact person from state licensing or disclosure records, when provided.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
The Blake at Lafayette
AL
MC
RC
Lafayette
113
Facility 113
LA AVG 113
Rank #132 / 259
Yes
44
Facility 44
LA AVG 40
Rank #136 / 343
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedMichelle Shank
10
Facility 10
LA AVG 26
Rank #75 / 92
A+
Brookdale Lafayette
AL
MC
Lafayette
96
Facility 96
LA AVG 113
Rank #178 / 259
Yes
62
Facility 62
LA AVG 40
Rank #58 / 343
StudioSARAH FORSTHOFF
41
Facility 41
LA AVG 26
Rank #16 / 92
A+
Rosewood Assisted Living
AL
RC
Lafayette
92
Facility 92
LA AVG 113
Rank #183 / 259
Yes
36
Facility 36
LA AVG 40
Rank #187 / 343
Private / Companion SuitesJENNIFER DUDD
31
Facility 31
LA AVG 26
Rank #32 / 92
A+
Azalea Estates of New Iberia
AL
IL
MC
New Iberia
60
Facility 60
LA AVG 113
Rank #226 / 259
Yes
26
Facility 26
LA AVG 40
Rank #250 / 343
Studio / 1 BedAngela Davies
30
Facility 30
LA AVG 26
Rank #36 / 92
A+
Courtyard Retirement & Assisted Living
AL
RC
Lafayette-No
44
Facility 44
LA AVG 40
Rank #136 / 343
Studio / 1 Bed-
41
Facility 41
LA AVG 26
Rank #16 / 92
A+

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Louisiana

Courtyard Retirement & Assisted Living is located in Lafayette, 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).
LA

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.
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
LA

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 Courtyard Retirement & Assisted Living

Is Courtyard Retirement & Assisted Living in a walkable area?

Courtyard Retirement & Assisted Living has a walk score of 44. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

How long has Courtyard Retirement & Assisted Living been in business?

Courtyard Retirement & Assisted Living has been operating for approximately 41 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Courtyard Retirement & Assisted Living?

No, Courtyard Retirement & Assisted Living has a no-pet policy.

Has Courtyard Retirement & Assisted Living had any deficiencies?

Courtyard Retirement & Assisted Living has had 31 reported deficiencies since 2022 according to records from Louisiana Department of Health (LDH).

Are there photos of Courtyard Retirement & Assisted Living?

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What is the address of Courtyard Retirement & Assisted Living?

Courtyard Retirement & Assisted Living is located at 308 Sidney Martin Rd, Lafayette, LA 70507.

What is the phone number of Courtyard Retirement & Assisted Living?

(337) 237-3040 will put you in contact with the team at Courtyard Retirement & Assisted Living.

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