Best Assisted Living in Lake Charles, LA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 10 assisted living communities in Lake Charles, LA using LA Dept. of Health (LDH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in LA
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Jul 2026
We analyzed These are the facilities in Lake Charles, LA our team has analyzed — not a count of every assisted living provider in Lake Charles, LA.
10 homes
Other senior care options in Lake Charles:
Avg Monthly Cost: $4,635The average monthly cost across facilities in Lake Charles, LA. Reflects published or estimated base rates and can vary with care level, room type, and amenities. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: $5,600
Avg Walk Score: 30/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Lake Charles, LA. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 93The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Lake Charles, LA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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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. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. 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 Gardens Assisted Living
AL
NH
SNF
Lake Charles
60
Facility 60
LA AVG 113
Rank #226 / 259
Yes
14
Facility 14
LA AVG 40
Rank #301 / 343
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26
Facility 26
LA AVG 26
Rank #46 / 92
A+
Brookdale Lake Charles
AL
MC
Lake Charles (The Ihles Townhomes)
100
Facility 100
LA AVG 113
Rank #166 / 259
Yes
51
Facility 51
LA AVG 40
Rank #90 / 343
SuiteTONYA LANGLINAIS
48
Facility 48
LA AVG 26
Rank #4 / 92
A+
Stonebridge Place
AL
MC
Sulphur
93
Facility 93
LA AVG 113
Rank #182 / 259
No
67
Facility 67
LA AVG 40
Rank #42 / 343
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedBELINDA HARGRAVES
34
Facility 34
LA AVG 26
Rank #29 / 92
A+
Villa Maria Retirement Center
AL
Lake Charles
118
Facility 118
LA AVG 113
Rank #128 / 259
Yes
41
Facility 41
LA AVG 40
Rank #162 / 343
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedRebecca See
31
Facility 31
LA AVG 26
Rank #32 / 92
A+
The Verandah Retirement Community in Lake Charles
AL
IL
MC
Lake Charles
-Yes-1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed-
16
Facility 16
LA AVG 26
Rank #64 / 92
A+
Chennault Place Inc
AL
RESC
Lake Charles
-No
29
Facility 29
LA AVG 40
Rank #224 / 343
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms---
Guardian House Total Alzheimer‘s Living Facility
AL
NH
SNF
Lake Charles
-No
14
Facility 14
LA AVG 40
Rank #301 / 343
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms---
Sage Oak of Lake Charles
AL
MC
Lake Charles
-Yes
8
Facility 8
LA AVG 40
Rank #322 / 343
Private Rooms---
The Verandah Assisted Living and Memory Care
AL
IL
MC
RC
Lake Charles
-Yes-Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed---
The Guardian House
AL
Lake Charles
-No
14
Facility 14
LA AVG 40
Rank #301 / 343
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Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every LA community we track that reports that metric, not just the 10 analyzed for Lake Charles.

Overview of The Gardens Assisted Living

Ensconced within the charming locale of Lake Charles, Louisiana, The Gardens Assisted Living stands as a beacon of comprehensive care and support. Here, residents experience a harmonious blend of elevated independence and round-the-clock health assistance, ensuring a balanced and fulfilling lifestyle. With vigilant staff available 24/7, the community provides attentive care to manage both cognitive and physical needs. Services include physician house calls, dietary support, a serene chapel for weekly worship, medication reminders, and the convenience of housekeeping and laundry services, fostering an environment of comfort and ease.

The Gardens Assisted Living offers a diverse array of living options, including one and two-bedroom assisted living apartments, each thoughtfully designed to facilitate not only practicality but also a sense of home. This inviting community is tailored to meet the needs of seniors, providing the ideal space for aging gracefully. With features like walk-in showers and individual climate control, the apartments offer both convenience and comfort. The community caters to those seeking an active lifestyle with a range of amenities, making it the perfect destination for assisted living for seniors. From scheduled transportation to salon services, an ice cream parlor, a well-equipped therapy gym, and complimentary Wi-Fi, the home ensures that residents enjoy a truly fulfilling and engaging experience.

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Overview of Brookdale Lake Charles

Nestled in the picturesque setting of Lake Charles, Louisiana, Brookdale Lake Charles upholds the highest standards in senior care by offering a unique blend of assisted living with memory care. This exceptional residence provides a haven for individuals seeking comprehensive support, particularly those who are looking for a community that understands and meets memory care qualifications. With a dedicated staff available around the clock, residents enjoy a range of engaging activities including brain exercises, crafting classes, and happy hours, all following assisted living guidelines to ensure a comfortable and enriching lifestyle.

Brookdale Lake Charles is not just a place to reside, but a pet-friendly community that embraces a holistic lifestyle. The array of amenities includes concierge and transportation services, catering to every need and convenience. Residents can find solace in the chapel, indulge in game room entertainment, or treat themselves to beauty and barber services. The landscaped grounds, piano, and library add to the inviting atmosphere, making Brookdale Lake Charles a welcoming home that encourages active engagement and vibrant living, all while adhering to the highest standards of memory care qualifications.

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Overview of Stonebridge Place

Stonebridge Place offers a delightful haven, specializing in assisted living services. With a commitment to celebrating life and fostering meaningful connections, this community ensures that residents embrace their golden years with joy and fulfillment. The atmosphere radiates warmth and care, where dedicated staff members provide 24-hour personalized assistance, fostering a sense of security and well-being. For those in need of memory care benefits, Stonebridge Place also offers specialized memory care living facilities, designed to cater to the unique needs of individuals requiring enhanced support and attention.

The home’s accommodations are thoughtfully designed to cater to various needs, featuring handicap accessibility, kitchenettes, and air conditioning for comfort. The community boasts both indoor and outdoor common areas, including a fitness center, a putting green, and spaces for music enthusiasts, like a piano or an organ. Notably, Stonebridge Place goes above and beyond, offering specialized programming to cater to memory care needs, creating an environment that truly caters to residents’ unique requirements. The memory care options provide an environment of understanding and compassion, ensuring residents receive the care and attention they deserve while enjoying a vibrant and engaging lifestyle.

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Overview of Villa Maria Retirement Center

Located within the serene landscape of Lake Charles, Louisiana, Villa Maria Retirement Center presents a tranquil and welcoming community that provides an idyllic haven for seniors seeking a peaceful living environment. Offering a range of options, seniors can choose from studio, one, or two-bedroom apartments that cater to their preferences and needs. This community is characterized by its commitment to service, with offerings such as housekeeping, scheduled transportation, laundry facilities, and 24-hour emergency response, ensuring that residents’ comfort and safety are prioritized.

The individual-controlled heating and air conditioning add a personalized touch to the living spaces, creating an atmosphere of ease and relaxation. Embracing a holistic approach to senior living, the home boasts an array of amenities, including a chapel, indoor mailboxes, a health and fitness center, private balconies, and a beauty and barber salon. Medication monitoring is seamlessly integrated into the care plan, contributing to the well-being of residents. With the convenience of meal delivery to apartments or inviting guest meals, Villa Maria Retirement Center offers a retirement home that harmoniously blends comfort, convenience, and a sense of community, all within the captivating landscape of southwest Louisiana.

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Overview of The Verandah Retirement Community in Lake Charles

Part of the Sunshine Retirement Community group, The Verandah Retirement Community is a senior living community in Lake Charles, Louisiana, offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care on one campus. The community is located at 5851 Gray Market Drive, about 6.5 miles from downtown Lake Charles. It has been serving residents for 19 years. Tammy Friesen serves as the Executive Director.

The single-story community offers one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and three-bedroom residences ranging from about 850 to just over 1,600 square feet. The variety of floor plans gives residents flexibility when choosing a home that fits their lifestyle and space needs.

Personal care includes assistance with bathing, grooming, medication management, housekeeping, and other activities of daily living. The memory care program provides a structured program of activities for residents living with dementia to keep them engaged throughout the day. Residents also have access to transportation services and fitness and recreation programs. The pet-friendly environment allows them to move in with a companion animal.

The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 1, which is car-dependent. Nearly all errands and outings require a vehicle. Families and visitors should plan on driving when visiting The Verandah Retirement Community.

Contact The Verandah Retirement Community in Lake Charles

Overview of Chennault Place

Located in the heart of Lake Charles, Louisiana, Chennault Place offers a dual-purpose haven, serving as both a nursing home and an independent living facility. Within its welcoming confines, residents can find a range of indoor common areas that foster a sense of community and connection. The center prides itself on providing a comprehensive range of healthcare services, including non-ambulatory care, staffing assistance, and ancillary services that cater to the specific needs of residents, such as diabetic care.

Chennault Place goes beyond the physical care aspect, ensuring that residents’ spiritual and social well-being is also addressed. Devotional activities are offered to nurture the soul, while a variety of engaging events both on-site and off-site create opportunities for meaningful interactions and experiences. With its combined focus on healthcare and holistic support, Chennault Place emerges as a nurturing environment that strives to enhance the lives of its residents in Lake Charles, Louisiana.

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Overview of Guardian House Total Alzheimer‘s Living Facility

Located in Lake Charles, Louisiana, the Guardian House Total Alzheimer’s Living Facility stands as a distinguished 60-room senior care residence, offering a diverse range of therapies and care services. Its status as a locally owned and operated adult residential care and wellness community sets it apart, embodying a personalized approach to care within a warm and inviting atmosphere. A key highlight of the facility is its specialized memory care services, a testament to its commitment to providing tailored support for residents.

With around-the-clock on-site staff, residents experience an active lifestyle, all while benefiting from customizable services that cater to various needs, be it independent living, assisted living options, scheduled assistance, or on-demand services. At the heart of this thoughtfully designed skilled nursing facility lies an emphasis on creating a state-of-the-art environment. Comprising three distinct units, each equipped with deluxe private and semi-private suites, the facility ensures not only comfort but also independence for residents. This approach reflects their dedication to offering a secure space akin to memory care private homes.

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Overview of Sage Oak of Lake Charles

Sage Oak of Lake Charles sits at 5650 Weaver Rd in Lake Charles, Louisiana, offering both assisted living and memory care under one roof. It’s a single-story community with private rooms, set in a car-dependent stretch of the city (Walk Score 8). Getting to nearby errands means planning around a drive rather than a walk.

Day to day, residents have access to round-the-clock support, medication management, and help with incontinence and diabetes care. The property is monitored by 24-hour CCTV. Transportation services are on offer too, so appointments off-site don’t have to mean coordinating a family member’s schedule, and there’s a fitness and recreation component built into daily life.

Meals come from a full-time kitchen staff, and residents can spend time outdoors in the landscaped grounds and garden walkways, or socialize in the lounge and gathering areas. There’s an on-site beauty salon and barbershop for grooming needs. Pets are welcome here.

With both assisted living and memory care on the same single-story campus, Sage Oak of Lake Charles is built for families who want daily support and specialized memory care available in the same place, without residents having to relocate as needs change.

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Overview of The Verandah Assisted Living and Memory Care

A member of the Sunshine Retirement Community, The Verandah has a solid reputation for offering assisted living and memory care services in Lake Charles. 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, oral care, medication management, housekeeping, and help with daily routine. They offer life enrichment programs that focus on assisted living for dementia patients by encouraging various stimulating and engaging activities that residents can choose from.

Contact The Verandah Assisted Living and Memory Care

The Guardian House

1401 Country Club Rd, Lake Charles, LA 70605
Overview of The Guardian House

Serving the local area with residential care choices for older adults, The Guardian House is a senior living community in Lake Charles, Louisiana. The name denotes an atmosphere focused on support and attentive care, which many families look for when deciding on a community for their loved ones.

For prospective residents and their families, one practical consideration: the facility is in a car-dependent area with a Walk Score of 14. Most errands and activities then demand a vehicle. This is common in many Louisiana communities and means residents should plan transportation, whether through personal vehicles, family visits, or any community-offered transportation services. For families living outside the immediate area, visiting may require a short drive, but the community’s location in the Lake Charles region has reasonable access to local services and resources. A notable feature: The Guardian House welcomes pets. This can be valuable for residents, as pet ownership often supplies companionship and emotional support during the senior years. For prospects, many people see keeping a beloved pet significantly easing the transition to a senior living community. The community’s name and pet-friendly policy signal a focus on creating an inviting, personal environment for residents.

For families thinking of choosing The Guardian House, visiting in person and speaking directly with staff regarding daily life, programs, staffing, care options, and pricing will help determine if the community suits your loved one’s needs and preferences.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Lake Charles, LA

What is the average cost of assisted living in Lake Charles, LA?

The average monthly cost of assisted living in Lake Charles, LA is approximately $4,000. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for assisted living in Lake Charles, LA?

Assisted living in Lake Charles, LA typically ranges from $3,500–$6,100 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at assisted living facilities in Lake Charles, LA?

Assisted living facilities in Lake Charles, LA typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:6 to 1:12.

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Louisiana?

Assisted living in Louisiana supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Louisiana?

Assisted living in Louisiana is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Louisiana Medicaid cover assisted living?

Louisiana Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including Louisiana) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.