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SummerHouse Vista Shores
Assisted Living & Memory Care · New Orleans, LA
Aerial view of SummerHouse Vista Shores facility and surroundings Facility logo for SummerHouse Senior Living Interior of a dining room with tables and chairs Bright common area with seating and a fireplace Outdoor seating area with a view of the lake Bright common area with seating and a staircase Outdoor fenced area with benches and grass A well-decorated resident room with a bed and chair Bright common area with dining tables and seating

SummerHouse Vista Shores

Assisted Living & Memory Care · New Orleans, LA
5958 St Bernard Ave, New Orleans, LA 70122 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of SummerHouse Vista Shores

SummerHouse Vista Shores is a senior living community located at 5958 St. Bernard Avenue in the Filmore neighborhood of New Orleans, Louisiana. Led by administrator Kyle Avance, the property borders scenic Bayou St. John and offers independent living, assisted living, and specialized memory care.

The 162-bed community features a selection of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments ranging from 275 to 575 square feet. Residents across all care levels have access to restaurant-style dining, weekly housekeeping, laundry services, and on-site maintenance.

For those in the memory care program, trained staff deliver structured cognitive support and heightened supervision to minimize confusion and wandering. The property is pet-friendly, has common lounge areas, and organizes off-site group excursions. The surrounding area carries a walk score of 31, indicating a car-dependent location where daily errands or medical visits to nearby clinics typically require a vehicle. To assist, the community provides scheduled local transportation and personal concierge services.

Prospective residents can contact the St. Bernard Avenue administrative office directly to arrange a tour or check floor plan availability.

Facility Direct Line (504) 288-3737
Facility Direct Line (504) 288-3737
By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs. 162 Rank #30 / 259Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 30th 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.

Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #215 / 343Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 215th 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.
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About this community

License Details

StatusActive
License LevelLevel 2-Shelter Care Home
License Number2203785234

Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactKyle Avance , Administrator (per state records, record updated Aug 2026)

Contact Information

Fax504-288-3730

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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 275-300 / 300 / 530-575 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Address 5.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from New Orleans's city center to SummerHouse Vista Shores's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around New Orleans

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. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. 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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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.
SummerHouse Vista Shores
AL
MC
 New Orleans (Filmore)
162
Facility 162
LA AVG 113
Rank #30 / 259
Yes
31
Facility 31
LA AVG 40
Rank #215 / 343
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed Kyle Avance , Administrator - -
The Blake at Colonial Club
AL
MC
RC
 Harahan
130
Facility 130
LA AVG 113
Rank #85 / 259
Yes
53
Facility 53
LA AVG 40
Rank #83 / 343
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed Paul Duplessis, Administrator - -
St. Margaret’s Family of Care
AL
HOS
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
 New Orleans (Mid-City)
112
Facility 112
LA AVG 113
Rank #135 / 259
No
88
Facility 88
LA AVG 40
Rank #5 / 343
Private / Semi-Private Rooms -
50
Facility 50
LA AVG 26
Rank #2 / 92
A+
Lambeth House Retirement Community
AL
IL
MC
NH
 New Orleans (Black Pearl)
61
Facility 61
LA AVG 113
Rank #223 / 259
Yes
50
Facility 50
LA AVG 40
Rank #97 / 343
1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed Daphne Dominguez, Administrator - -
Azalea Estates of Slidell
AL
IL
 Slidell (Castle Manor)
60
Facility 60
LA AVG 113
Rank #226 / 259
Yes
42
Facility 42
LA AVG 40
Rank #150 / 343
Private / Companion Suites ERIN KRUMM - -
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Louisiana

SummerHouse Vista Shores is located in New Orleans, 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.
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
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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 SummerHouse Vista Shores

What neighborhood is SummerHouse Vista Shores in?

SummerHouse Vista Shores is in the Filmore neighborhood of New Orleans.

Is SummerHouse Vista Shores in a walkable area?

SummerHouse Vista Shores has a walk score of 31. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of SummerHouse Vista Shores?

According to LA state health department records, SummerHouse Vista Shores's license number is 2203785234.

Are pets allowed at SummerHouse Vista Shores?

Yes, SummerHouse Vista Shores allows residents to bring their pets.

How many beds does SummerHouse Vista Shores have?

SummerHouse Vista Shores has 162 beds.

Are there photos of SummerHouse Vista Shores?

Yes — there are 9 photos of SummerHouse Vista Shores in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of SummerHouse Vista Shores?

SummerHouse Vista Shores is located at 5958 St Bernard Ave, New Orleans, LA 70122.

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