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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.
| The Gardens Assisted Living | AL NH SNF | Lake Charles | 60
Facility
60
LA AVG
113
Rank
#226 / 259 | Yes |
14
Facility
14
LA AVG
37
Rank
#302 / 368 | - | - | 26
Facility
26
LA AVG
26
Rank
#46 / 92 | A+ |
| Williamsburg Senior Living Community | AL IL | Baton Rouge (Mid City South) | 163
Facility
163
LA AVG
113
Rank
#29 / 259 | No |
72
Facility
72
LA AVG
37
Rank
#23 / 368 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Cheri Strickland | 39
Facility
39
LA AVG
26
Rank
#21 / 92 | A+ |
| Christwood | AL HOS IL MC NH SNF | Covington (St. Tammany Parish) | 30
Facility
30
LA AVG
113
Rank
#249 / 259 | Yes |
29
Facility
29
LA AVG
37
Rank
#225 / 368 | - | - | 34
Facility
34
LA AVG
26
Rank
#29 / 92 | A+ |
| The Lodge at Lane | AL MC NH SNF | Zachary | 39
Facility
39
LA AVG
113
Rank
#245 / 259 | No |
33
Facility
33
LA AVG
37
Rank
#205 / 368 | - | - | 4
Facility
4
LA AVG
26
Rank
#90 / 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
37
Rank
#91 / 368 | Suite | TONYA LANGLINAIS | 48
Facility
48
LA AVG
26
Rank
#4 / 92 | A+ |
| Brookdale Mandeville | AL MC | Mandeville | 107
Facility
107
LA AVG
113
Rank
#150 / 259 | Yes |
49
Facility
49
LA AVG
37
Rank
#105 / 368 | Private Room / Studio / 1 Bed | Brittany Tyler, Executive Director | 48
Facility
48
LA AVG
26
Rank
#4 / 92 | A+ |
| The Carrollton New Orleans | AL IL MC RC | New Orleans (East Carrollton) | - | No |
88
Facility
88
LA AVG
37
Rank
#5 / 368 | Studio / 1 Bed | - | - | A |
| Laurel Senior Living | AL NH SNF | New Orleans (Touro) | - | Yes |
94
Facility
94
LA AVG
37
Rank
#2 / 368 | Studio / 1 Bed | - | - | 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 | Studio | SARAH FORSTHOFF | 41
Facility
41
LA AVG
26
Rank
#16 / 92 | A+ |
| The Oaks of Louisiana | AL NH IL | Shreveport (Lucas) | 160
Facility
160
LA AVG
113
Rank
#31 / 259 | Yes |
15
Facility
15
LA AVG
37
Rank
#299 / 368 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | 19
Facility
19
LA AVG
26
Rank
#60 / 92 | A+ |
| St. James Place | AL IL MC NH SNF | Baton Rouge (Highlands/Perkins) | - | Yes |
66
Facility
66
LA AVG
37
Rank
#48 / 368 | Studio / 1 bed / 2 bed | - | 43
Facility
43
LA AVG
26
Rank
#13 / 92 | A+ |
| Stonebridge Place | AL MC | Sulphur (South Huntington Street) | 93
Facility
93
LA AVG
113
Rank
#182 / 259 | No |
67
Facility
67
LA AVG
37
Rank
#42 / 368 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | BELINDA 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
37
Rank
#163 / 368 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Rebecca See | 31
Facility
31
LA AVG
26
Rank
#32 / 92 | A+ |
| Southside Gardens | AL IL RC | Baton Rouge (Highlands/Perkins) | - | Yes |
67
Facility
67
LA AVG
37
Rank
#42 / 368 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | 37
Facility
37
LA AVG
26
Rank
#24 / 92 | A+ |
| SummerHouse Vista Shores | AL MC | New Orleans (Filmore) | 162
Facility
162
LA AVG
113
Rank
#30 / 259 | Yes |
31
Facility
31
LA AVG
37
Rank
#216 / 368 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Kyle Avance , Administrator | - | A+ |
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.
The Windsor Senior Living Community is a 136-bed independent living and assisted living community located at 1770 North Causeway Boulevard in Mandeville, Louisiana. Serving older adults in St. Tammany Parish, the facility holds an active state license issued by the Louisiana Department of Health.
The Louisiana Department of Health, Health Standards Section, oversees the inspection of this facility. No specific inspection history is reported in the current source data, and the community maintains a citations-per-inspection rate of zero. Records indicate that no civil money penalties or payment denials have been imposed by CMS within the past three years.
The community provides both independent and assisted living options. Specific details regarding staffing levels, on-site amenities, dining menus, and monthly pricing are not reported in the available source data, so families should request these details during a tour. Information regarding current occupancy levels and specific payment options is also not publicly listed in current records.
Situated in Mandeville, the facility suits families seeking residential care in the Northshore area. Families evaluating The Windsor Senior Living Community should confirm Medicaid acceptance, current occupancy, and the full inspection history directly with the Louisiana Department of Health before making a placement decision.
Nestled in the serene neighborhood of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Sanctuary Senior Living is a trusted senior living community, offering premiere assisted living services. Residents here are empowered to live with dignity, independence, and joy in their later years with the support of a 24/7 care team trained to offer various care and assistance. Consisting of 12 well-designed units, the community fosters an intimate environment where residents and caregivers are connected with each other, allowing for easier delivery of care.
With an emphasis on holistic care, Sanctuary Senior Living promotes both physical health, mental, and emotional wellness through its broad array of vibrant and enriching activities tailored to residents’ interests and abilities. An on-site culinary team is available to curate meals that cater to each resident’s dietary needs and preferences, using fresh ingredients to prepare delicious, well-balanced meals. Here, residents are provided with the necessities they need to fully live in comfort and convenience.
St. James Place Nursing Care Center is a 90-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility located at 333 Lee Drive in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Operated by Spiritas Senior Services, a nonprofit corporation, the facility is part of a 52-acre retirement campus. Medicare and private pay are accepted; Medicaid is not.
Total adjusted nursing hours are 5 hours and 26 minutes per resident per day, which is 42% above the Louisiana average. Physical therapist hours are 267% above the state average, and LPN hours run 52% above average. However, RN hours are 11% below the state average at 17 minutes per day, and weekend RN hours are 23% below. Quality measures for the facility are in line with state averages.
The Louisiana Department of Health, Health Standards Section, oversees facility inspections. The Health Inspection sub-rating is approximately 24% below the Louisiana average. No civil money penalties or payment denials appear in available reports, and the facility maintains a citations-per-inspection rate of zero. Current occupancy is 89.3%, which is higher than the state average of 71.8%.
The campus offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care alongside skilled nursing. Clinical programs include rehabilitation and wellness activities such as resident-led clubs and live music. The dining program provides daily meals prepared on-site. Specific details regarding monthly pricing are not reported in the available source data, so families should request these details during a tour.
Families seeking a nonprofit, campus-style environment with high total nursing and therapy staffing may find this setting suitable. Families evaluating St. James Place Nursing Care Center should ask directly about findings driving the below-average health inspection rating and confirm that those issues have been addressed before making a placement decision.
West Towne is a 70-bed assisted living community located at 2104 W. Towne Drive in Port Allen, Louisiana. Serving older adults in West Baton Rouge Parish, the facility holds an active state license issued by the Louisiana Department of Health.
The Louisiana Department of Health, Health Standards Section, oversees the inspection of this facility. No specific inspection history is reported in the current source data, and the community maintains a citations-per-inspection rate of zero. Records indicate that no civil money penalties or payment denials have been imposed by CMS within the past three years.
On-site amenities include a private dining room, a salon and barbershop, and a library. Residents have access to medication management and a calendar of daily activities. Pets are permitted on the premises. Specific details regarding staffing levels, dining menus, and monthly pricing are not reported in the available source data, so families should request these details during a tour.
Assisted living in a residential community makes this a viable option for local families. Families evaluating West Towne should confirm Medicaid acceptance, current occupancy, the specific staffing model, and the full inspection history directly with the Louisiana Department of Health before making a placement decision.
Woodbriar Assisted Living & Memory Care is a 74-bed community located at 213 E. Etienne Street in Maurice, Louisiana. Serving older adults in Vermilion Parish near Lafayette, the facility holds an active state license and is comprised of 36 assisted living apartments and 23 memory care units. The building is fully wheelchair accessible.
The Louisiana Department of Health, Health Standards Section, oversees the inspection of this facility. No specific inspection history is reported in the current source data, and the community maintains a citations-per-inspection rate of zero. Records indicate that no civil money penalties or payment denials have been imposed by CMS within the past three years.
The community provides 24-hour staffing and offers respite care for short-term stays. Confirmed services include resident transportation, Wi-Fi access, and a calendar of on-site social activities and events. Specific details regarding dining menus, staffing ratios, and monthly pricing are not reported in the available source data, so families should request these details during a tour.
This community suits families seeking assisted living or specialized memory care in a residential setting near Lafayette. Families evaluating Woodbriar Assisted Living & Memory Care should confirm Medicaid acceptance, current occupancy, dining arrangements, and the full inspection history directly with the Louisiana Department of Health before making a placement decision.
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.
Lacour House is a 62-bed assisted living community located at 345 Major Parkway in New Roads, Louisiana. Serving older adults in Pointe Coupee Parish, the facility provides residency in studio apartment configurations.
The Louisiana Department of Health, Health Standards Section, oversees the inspection of this facility. No specific inspection history is reported in the current source data, and the community maintains a citations-per-inspection rate of zero. Records indicate that no civil money penalties or payment denials have been imposed by CMS within the past three years.
The community provides residency with clinical support programs that include medication monitoring and nutritional and dietary counseling. Specific details regarding staffing levels, on-site amenities, dining menus, and monthly pricing are not reported in the available source data, so families should request these details during a tour. Information regarding payment options and current occupancy levels is also not publicly listed in current records.
Assisted living in a residential setting makes this a viable option for local families. Families evaluating Lacour House should confirm Medicaid acceptance, current license status, occupancy, and the full inspection history directly with the Louisiana Department of Health before making a placement decision.
Offering personal care and memory care, Fidelis Residential Care – Craig is an assisted living community in Metairi, LA. The community has a small, intimate setting, ensuring older adults receive the care they need. 24-hour supervision, medication coordination, housekeeping, and laundry are also offered to help residents with daily chores. Meals are also served, along with snacks in a shared dining setting.
Activities and wellness programs foster interactions and help residents maintain an active lifestyle. Private and semi-private rooms are also available for residents’ comfort and privacy. Its setting on Craig Avenue is located near a variety of dining options and local amenities, providing convenient access to necessities. Fidelis Residential Care can also coordinate with off-site providers for residents who require physical therapy or home health 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.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these assisted living communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
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 Louisiana
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.
How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?
This page features 116 assisted living facilities in Louisiana. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Louisiana?
Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Louisiana, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.
What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Louisiana?
Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.













