Francois Bend Senior Living
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Gonzales, LA

Francois Bend Senior Living

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Gonzales, LA

Overview of Francois Bend Senior Living

Providing assisted living and memory care options, Francois Bend Premier in Louisiana boasts extensive amenities and services that ensure an easy and comfortable living experience. As its name suggests, the community proudly offers exclusive services because management knows how to deliver and maintain a quality holistic approach to senior care. Francois Bend’s environment is ideal for those seeking a mountain of respect and kindness.

The retirement home aims for a comfortable and secure lifestyle — specialized programs, life enrichment activities, housekeeping, and transportation. They provide inclusive activities focused on empowering the health and wellness of its residents, and their specialized memory care programs focused on embracing one’s new journey.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services. 128 Rank #95 / 259Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 95th out of 259 homes we track 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.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.

Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Years of operating Info An established community with some operational experience and growing routines. Rank #77 / 92Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 77th 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.
9 years
Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #142 / 343Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 142nd 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.
43 / 100
BBB Rating Info An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
A+ Not Accredited
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Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactTina C. Rogers (per state records, record updated Jul 2026)

Staff Details

Total Employees
90
Full-Time Employees
90

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Fax225-644-9473

Amenities & Lifestyle

Dining
Life Enrichment Programming
Specific ProgramsVolunteer Program
Volunteer Program

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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 420 / 535 / 750 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 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 Tina C. Rogers, Cdp, Caddct

Executive Director

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Francois Bend Senior Living

2 bedroom
1 Bedroom
Studio

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Address 0.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Gonzales's city center to Francois Bend Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Gonzales

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. 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.
Francois Bend Senior Living
AL
MC
Gonzales (Ascension Parish)
128
Facility 128
LA AVG 113
Rank #95 / 259
Yes
43
Facility 43
LA AVG 40
Rank #142 / 343
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedTina C. Rogers
9
Facility 9
LA AVG 26
Rank #77 / 92
A+
Azalea Estates of Gonzales
AL
IL
Gonzales
60
Facility 60
LA AVG 113
Rank #226 / 259
Yes
13
Facility 13
LA AVG 40
Rank #305 / 343
Studio / 1 BedLisa L'huillier
29
Facility 29
LA AVG 26
Rank #38 / 92
A+
Francois Parc
AL
MC
Gonzales
36
Facility 36
LA AVG 113
Rank #246 / 259
Yes
43
Facility 43
LA AVG 40
Rank #142 / 343
Studio / 1 BedRenee Talbot--

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Louisiana

Francois Bend Senior Living is located in Gonzales, 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).
LA

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
LA

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).
LA

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.
LA

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).
LA

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 Francois Bend Senior Living

What neighborhood is Francois Bend Senior Living in?

Francois Bend Senior Living is in the Ascension Parish neighborhood of Gonzales.

Is Francois Bend Senior Living in a walkable area?

Francois Bend Senior Living has a walk score of 43. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

How long has Francois Bend Senior Living been in business?

Francois Bend Senior Living has been operating for approximately 9 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Francois Bend Senior Living?

Yes, Francois Bend Senior Living allows residents to bring their pets.

How many beds does Francois Bend Senior Living have?

Francois Bend Senior Living has 128 beds.

Are there photos of Francois Bend Senior Living?

Yes — there are 12 photos of Francois Bend Senior Living in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Francois Bend Senior Living?

Francois Bend Senior Living is located at 326 E Industry St, Gonzales, LA 70737.

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