Garden View Assisted Living – Lafayette
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Lafayette, LA

Garden View Assisted Living – Lafayette

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Lafayette, LA

Overview of Garden View Assisted Living – Lafayette

Garden View Assisted Living sits at 601 Verot School Rd in Lafayette, Louisiana, offering both assisted living and memory care under one roof. It’s about 3.6 miles from downtown, in a neighborhood with a Walk Score of 42. That means a few errands are walkable, but most residents and visiting family will want a car for regular trips around town.

The building is single-story, which tends to make a real difference for residents managing mobility issues or memory-related conditions: no stairs or elevators to navigate, just a straightforward, everyday layout. Rooms come as private or semi-private. Garden View has been operating in Lafayette for 23 years, a long enough stretch to suggest real staying power in a competitive local market.

Day-to-day life here includes fitness and recreation activities, plus transportation services for residents who need help getting to appointments or errands off-site. Pets are welcome too. For a lot of families, not having to rehome a longtime companion animal makes the transition into assisted living considerably less painful.

Combining assisted living and memory care in a single-story community gives families some flexibility if a resident’s needs shift over time, without requiring a move to a different facility.

Years in operation
23 years in operation Rank #51 / 92Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 51st out of 92 homes 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.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 longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 42 / 100 Rank #151 / 368Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 151st 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.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

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Leadership

ContactEdythe D. Casselman, Director (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)

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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

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Address 3.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Lafayette's city center to Garden View Assisted Living – Lafayette'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.

The Vincent
AL
Lafayette (Verot School Road)
115
Facility 115
LA AVG 113
Rank #130 / 259
Yes
46
Facility 46
LA AVG 37
Rank #123 / 368
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedCody Begnaud--
The Blake at Lafayette
AL
MC
RC
Lafayette
113
Facility 113
LA AVG 113
Rank #132 / 259
Yes
44
Facility 44
LA AVG 37
Rank #137 / 368
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedMichelle Shank
9
Facility 9
LA AVG 26
Rank #76 / 92
A+
Brookdale Lafayette
AL
MC
Lafayette
96
Facility 96
LA AVG 113
Rank #178 / 259
Yes
62
Facility 62
LA AVG 37
Rank #58 / 368
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 37
Rank #188 / 368
Private / Companion SuitesJENNIFER DUDD
31
Facility 31
LA AVG 26
Rank #32 / 92
A+
Garden View Assisted Living – Lafayette
AL
MC
Lafayette-Yes
42
Facility 42
LA AVG 37
Rank #151 / 368
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms-
23
Facility 23
LA AVG 26
Rank #51 / 92
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Louisiana

Garden View Assisted Living – Lafayette is located in Lafayette, 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.
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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 Garden View Assisted Living – Lafayette

Is Garden View Assisted Living – Lafayette in a walkable area?

Garden View Assisted Living – Lafayette has a walk score of 42. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

How long has Garden View Assisted Living – Lafayette been in business?

Garden View Assisted Living – Lafayette has been operating for approximately 23 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Garden View Assisted Living – Lafayette?

Yes, Garden View Assisted Living – Lafayette allows residents to bring their pets.

Are there photos of Garden View Assisted Living – Lafayette?

Yes — there are 5 photos of Garden View Assisted Living – Lafayette in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Garden View Assisted Living – Lafayette?

Garden View Assisted Living – Lafayette is located at 601 Verot School Rd, Lafayette, LA 70508.

What is the phone number of Garden View Assisted Living – Lafayette?

(337) 237-5542 will put you in contact with the team at Garden View Assisted Living – Lafayette.

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