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Compare Independent Living around Baton Rouge (Metro Area)
| The Claiborne at Baton Rouge |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Baton Rouge (South Baton Rouge) | 104
Facility
104
LA AVG
113
Rank
#155 / 262 | No |
22
Facility
22
LA AVG
37
Rank
#264 / 368 | Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Keith Dennis | 8
Facility
8
LA AVG
26
Rank
#79 / 91 | A+ |
| Williamsburg Senior Living Community |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Baton Rouge (Mid City South) | 163
Facility
163
LA AVG
113
Rank
#29 / 262 | No |
72
Facility
72
LA AVG
37
Rank
#23 / 368 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Cheri Strickland | 39
Facility
39
LA AVG
26
Rank
#20 / 91 | A+ |
| St. James Place |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). | 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 / 91 | A+ |
| Southside Gardens |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | 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
#23 / 91 | A+ |
| The Pines Retirement Center |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Baton Rouge (Broadmoor/Sherwood Forest) | 45
Facility
45
LA AVG
113
Rank
#247 / 262 | Yes |
21
Facility
21
LA AVG
37
Rank
#271 / 368 | Studio / 1 Bed | TRAVIS CORSELL | 14
Facility
14
LA AVG
26
Rank
#65 / 91 | A+ |
| Holly Court Assisted Living and Memory Care |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Baton Rouge (South Baton Rouge) | - | No |
7
Facility
7
LA AVG
37
Rank
#326 / 368 | - | - | 14
Facility
14
LA AVG
26
Rank
#65 / 91 | A+ |
| The Haven at Windermere |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Baton Rouge (Oak Hills Place) | - | Yes |
47
Facility
47
LA AVG
37
Rank
#116 / 368 | Private Rooms | - | - | - |
| Lake Sherwood Village Retirement Community |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Baton Rouge (Kingsbridge) | - | Yes |
49
Facility
49
LA AVG
37
Rank
#105 / 368 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | 28
Facility
28
LA AVG
26
Rank
#40 / 91 | A+ |
| Whealdon Estates by Barclay House |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Baton Rouge (Mid City South) | - | Yes |
50
Facility
50
LA AVG
37
Rank
#98 / 368 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - | - |
| Peaks of Baton Rouge |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Baton Rouge (Lobdell/Woodale) | - | No |
48
Facility
48
LA AVG
37
Rank
#112 / 368 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - | - |
| Southside Gardens Assisted Living Center |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Baton Rouge (Highlands/Perkins) | 48
Facility
48
LA AVG
113
Rank
#244 / 262 | No |
68
Facility
68
LA AVG
37
Rank
#38 / 368 | - | - | 37
Facility
37
LA AVG
26
Rank
#23 / 91 | A+ |
| St James Place Nursing Care Center |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). | Baton Rouge (Highlands/Perkins) | 90
Facility
90
LA AVG
113
Rank
#192 / 262 | No |
67
Facility
67
LA AVG
37
Rank
#42 / 368 | - | - | - | - |
| Village Woods Retirement Community |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Baton Rouge (South Baton Rouge) | - | No |
22
Facility
22
LA AVG
37
Rank
#264 / 368 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - | - |
| Sage Rehabilitation Hospital SNF | — | Baton Rouge | 25 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Fidelis Care III | — | Baton Rouge | 8 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Fidelis Care V, LLC | — | Baton Rouge | 8 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Fidelis King Richard LLC | — | Baton Rouge | 12 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| House of Destiny | — | Baton Rouge | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Magnolia Care Center Veterans Home | — | Baton Rouge | 9 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Shekinah Glory | — | Baton Rouge | 20 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Women's Community Rehabilitation Center (WCRC) | — | Baton Rouge | 16 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Southside Gardens Assisted Living Center is a 48-bed assisted living and independent living community located at 4536 Perkins Road in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Serving older adults in East Baton Rouge Parish, the facility holds an active state license and maintains a staff of 50 full-time employees with 24-hour coverage.
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 features six confirmed amenities, including a swimming pool, a whirlpool spa, and a beauty salon. Residents have access to exercise classes and a water aerobics program. The dining program provides daily meals with options for dining room service or room delivery. Outdoor features include landscaped gardens, and small pets are permitted on the premises. Specific staffing ratios and monthly pricing are not reported in the available source data.
Families seeking assisted living or independent living with on-site aquatic amenities may find this environment appropriate. Families evaluating Southside Gardens Assisted Living Center should confirm Medicaid acceptance, current occupancy, and the full inspection history directly with the Louisiana Department of Health before making a placement decision.
Overview of St James Place Nursing Care Center
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.
Enjoy a blissful retirement at Village Woods Retirement Community, a distinguished community in Baton Rouge, LA, offering independent living. The community has 150 purposely built and sophisticated accommodations, dedicated to residents’ comfort and convenience. Here, residents can keep their peace of mind with maintenance services.
Distinct local shops and recreational spaces nearby provide residents with easy access to their leisure and needs. Residents can also enjoy various dining options with delightful restaurants in the area. Amenities include a pool, a clubhouse, and scenic gardens, creating the ideal setting for a blissful retirement. The community’s administrative office and maintenance services are available from 7:30 A.M. to 4 P.M., from Monday to Friday.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these independent 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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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 Independent Living in Baton Rouge, LA
What is the average cost of independent living in Baton Rouge, LA?
The average monthly cost of independent living in Baton Rouge, LA is approximately $2,057. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.
What is the price range for independent living in Baton Rouge, LA?
Independent living in Baton Rouge, LA typically ranges from $1,127 - $3,168 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.
How many licensed independent living communities are there in Baton Rouge, LA?
According to state licensing records, there are approximately 19 licensed independent living communities in Baton Rouge, LA.
What is independent living?
Independent living communities are residential settings for active older adults — typically with private apartments or cottages, shared amenities (dining, fitness, activities), and no built-in medical care.
How many independent living communities are listed on this page?
This page features 13 independent living communities in Baton Rouge, LA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right independent living community in Baton Rouge, LA?
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 Baton Rouge, LA, 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 independent living communities in Baton Rouge, LA?
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.
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