Summerfield of Hammond Louisiana is a stunning retirement community that offers a regal and refreshing interior design, making it a feast for the eyes. The community is spread over ten acres of breathtaking landscapes, with a cozy layout that feels like home. This home provides residents with various living options, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The community ensures that residents can enjoy candid moments without any concerns about their safety and well-being.
Residents can savor home-cooked meals, an exercise studio, housekeeping services, and Wi-Fi, making their lives comfortable and convenient. The community is pet-friendly, and with staff on-site round-the-clock, residents are sure to feel safe and secure. The home also has individual climate-controlled apartments that are designed to offer maximum comfort and privacy, making them the perfect space for residents to relax and unwind. They are known for their fun-packed activities as well, with countless events organized every month. From arts and crafts to physical fitness, there is something for everyone, and residents have ample opportunities to socialize and stay active.
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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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.
PC (Palliative Care):
Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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| Summerfield of Hammond Louisiana | MC AL IL | Hammond | - | Yes |
39
Facility
39
LA AVG
39
Rank
#83 / 169 | 7
Facility
7
LA AVG
24
Rank
#46 / 53 | A+ |
| Southern Oaks Nursing & Rehabilitation Center | MC HOS NH RC SNF | Shreveport (Caddo Parish) | 61
Facility
61
LA AVG
112
Rank
#122 / 142 | No |
32
Facility
32
LA AVG
39
Rank
#100 / 169 | - | - |
| Belle Teche Nursing & Rehab Center | MC HOS NH RC SNF | New Iberia (Iberia Parish) | 150
Facility
150
LA AVG
112
Rank
#20 / 142 | No |
33
Facility
33
LA AVG
39
Rank
#97 / 169 | - | - |
| Bayside Healthcare Center | MC NH SNF | Gretna | - | No |
17
Facility
17
LA AVG
39
Rank
#148 / 169 | 21
Facility
21
LA AVG
24
Rank
#26 / 53 | A+ |
| Allen Oaks Nursing and Rehab Center | MC NH SNF | Oakdale (Allen Parish) | 91
Facility
91
LA AVG
112
Rank
#108 / 142 | No |
35
Facility
35
LA AVG
39
Rank
#93 / 169 | - | - |
| Heritage Manor Stratmore Nursing & Rehabilitation Center | MC HOS NH SNF | Shreveport | - | No |
11
Facility
11
LA AVG
39
Rank
#157 / 169 | 20
Facility
20
LA AVG
24
Rank
#29 / 53 | A+ |
| Montclair Park Assisted Living | MC AL IL | Shreveport | 119
Facility
119
LA AVG
112
Rank
#70 / 142 | Yes |
11
Facility
11
LA AVG
39
Rank
#157 / 169 | - | - |
| The Woodlands Healthcare Center | MC HOS NH PC RC SNF | Leesville | 152
Facility
152
LA AVG
112
Rank
#18 / 142 | No |
29
Facility
29
LA AVG
39
Rank
#110 / 169 | - | - |
| Chateau St. James Rehab and Retirement | MC HOS NH PC RC SNF | Lutcher | 116
Facility
116
LA AVG
112
Rank
#71 / 142 | No |
38
Facility
38
LA AVG
39
Rank
#85 / 169 | - | - |
| Bayou Vista Community Care Center | MC AL NH SNF | Bunkie | 92
Facility
92
LA AVG
112
Rank
#106 / 142 | No |
27
Facility
27
LA AVG
39
Rank
#118 / 169 | - | - |
Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each memory care community is ranked against every other LA memory care community we track that reports that metric, not just the 175 on this page. See how we rank facilities
Situated in Shreveport, LA, Southern Oaks Nursing & Rehabilitation Center provides nursing home care, hospice care, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing within a 61-bed setting. With a doctor on-site, supported by 24-hour staffing, residents receive continuous support and have access to services as needed. The community also provides specialized care for those living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia.
Additionally, hospice supports residents receiving end-of-life care, and respite care gives someone a short stay while their usual caregiver takes time away. Residents also receive a total of 4 hours and 19 minutes of nursing care daily. Physical, speech, and occupational therapy are available through the community’s rehabilitation services.
Families can use Medicaid, Medicare, or private pay, with Medicaid available for eligible residents, Medicare covering qualifying short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, and private payment covering care directly. The community has private and semi-private suites, along with a salon and barbershop that provide grooming services on-site.
The area’s Walk Score of 32 means most errands require a car or a transportation service.
Belle Teche Nursing & Rehab Center operates out of New Iberia, LA, with memory care, hospice care, respite care, nursing home care, and skilled nursing on the license. Coverage by licensed nurses does not break at shift change. Memory care gives a supervised setting to somebody whose dementia has made unsupervised hours risky.
Hospice carries a resident who needs end-of-life services. Short stays get booked when a usual caregiver has to be away for a stretch. The center holds 150 beds.
What that spread means is one address for four different questions; for dementia supervision, skilled nursing, hospice support, or a stretch of cover while a caregiver is gone A family does not have to pick a building per question.
A resident gets 3 hours and 54 minutes of nursing care across the day. A physician is on the staff list, and rehabilitation services run for anyone needing therapy during the day.
The area scores 33 out of 100 for walkability, which is car-dependent, so an errand means a car or a ride from somebody. Medicaid, Medicare, and private funds cover the bill, with Medicare handling the skilled stretch that opens after a hospital stay.
Located in Gretna, LA, Bayside Healthcare Center provides skilled nursing and rehabilitation. Licensed nurses support skilled nursing, ensuring accessibility of care for those with ongoing medical needs. Short-term rehabilitation and rehab and therapy services are also available for residents who need a temporary period of recovery support.
Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several ways to cover skilled nursing care, including Medicaid for those whose savings may not cover a long stay. Its neighborhood is car-dependent, requiring a personal vehicle or transportation services to complete most errands.
The license at Allen Oaks Nursing and Rehab Center in Oakdale, LA, spans skilled nursing, memory care, and residential nursing home care. Those two nursing designations cover ongoing care that a resident moves into rather than relies on visits for.
Memory care applies where wandering has become the risk, and both the security and supervision parts of it are what the level provides. Somebody arriving with a nursing need, a supervision need, or both will find them both under the one license here. Allen Health Care Partners LLC operates the community.
The building holds 91 beds, with a salon and dining among the named amenities. The Walk Score here, 35, is car-dependent, so a vehicle or someone who has one is needed to handle most errands outside. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are all accepted.
Situated along Stratmore Drive, Louisiana, Heritage Manor Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is an ideal partner in providing gold standard memory care with skilled nursing to those with conditions that impact memory like Alzheimer’s and dementia. With expert staff on call 24 hours a day specializing in memory care services, and individualized treatment approaches tailored to each resident, Heritage Manor makes the transition from home to professional care, worry-free. Facilities include graceful private and Medicaid rooms, harping on the benefits these give towards a sense of home, privacy and control, delicious dietician-curated meals, a fully-equipped gym, a relaxing spa, and a movie theater.
Emphasizing the need for mental, physical, and emotional stimulation for residents, activities at Heritage Manor foster interest development such as art and crafts sessions, evening puzzles, and monthly parties, while community outings keep things exciting but safe for everyone. Family members are also welcome to join in on social events, ensuring that your loved one receives the support they deserve, in full-force.
Montclair Park Assisted Living has been uplifting the lives of seniors for more than two decades now. It is an exceptional community that provides state-of-the-art memory care and high-quality assisted living services. With its sprawling 10-acre property, lush outdoor spaces, and commitment to fostering meaningful connections, Montclair Park is truly a special place.
They understand that their residents have unique needs, and that’s why they offer comprehensive services such as meals, transportation, and home maintenance, including housekeeping and laundry. They also have an emergency call system, a full-time in-house nursing staff, and paid utilities, including basic cable TV, to ensure that residents have everything they need. At Montclair Park, seniors can live their lives to the fullest, with the peace of mind that comes with knowing they are receiving exceptional care.
The Woodlands Healthcare Center in Leesville, Louisiana, provides skilled nursing, memory care, palliative support, hospice care, and short-term respite stays. Structured programs focus on dementia supervision, ongoing clinical management, and comfort-driven care. Therapy options include outpatient services, short-term rehabilitation following health events, and long-term care routines.
Operated by Woodlands Opco, the center features a 152-bed capacity. Recorded daily staffing data shows an average of 3 hours and 4 minutes of direct nursing time assigned per resident. Conveniences include an outdoor recreation space along with a beauty and barber shop. The community hosts social gatherings, live performances, seasonal parties, planned outings, and regular religious services. Meal services cover home-style menus alongside specialized cardiac, diabetic, mechanical soft, pureed, and supplemental dietary options.
Interested individuals seeking long-term care or rehabilitation services can get in touch with The Woodlands Healthcare Center to check current bed availability or schedule a visit. Payment methods encompass Medicare for qualified short-term rehab, Medicaid, and private funds.
Chateau St. James Rehab and Retirement in Lutcher, Louisiana, provides skilled nursing, memory care, palliative support, hospice care, and respite stays. Memory care accommodations feature a secured environment with continuous supervision for residents prone to wandering, while palliative and hospice programs prioritize personal comfort. Short-term rehabilitation and outpatient therapy options support recovery after an illness or injury. Temporary respite care is also available when regular caregivers require time off.
Riverlands Home Group operates this 116-bed location, where nursing personnel deliver an average of 3 hours and 2 minutes of direct care per resident daily. Dining services accommodate specific dietary requirements, offering heart-healthy, diabetic-friendly, mechanical soft, pureed, and oral supplemental options. Campus features include an on-site beauty salon and barber shop, along with regular activities such as exercise classes, live entertainment, social gatherings, off-site outings, and religious services. Given the surrounding area’s 38 walk score, residents rely on vehicular transport for errands beyond the property.
Interested individuals can get in touch with Chateau St. James Rehab and Retirement to review available openings, schedule an on-site visit, or discuss personal care plans. The facility accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private payment.
Bayou Vista Community Care Center is an exceptional, locally owned and operated community in Bunkie, LA, offering skilled nursing and rehabilitation. A compassionate and well-trained team provides top-notch care tailored to their healthcare needs around the clock. Social services are also provided to help residents find and optimize available resources.
With a variety of engaging activities and enriching programs, residents are encouraged to live actively and make new friends. Here, residents enjoy mealtimes with delicious and well-balanced dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Physical, occupational, and speech therapy are also provided to enhance residents’ living experiences. The community’s beautifully furnished accommodations and dedicated care ensure residents have the finest retirement experience.
How we rank these memory care 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. Rank badges compare each community against other memory care communities in the same state — never against a different care type.
Weighting overview
- 35%Resident Experience
- 25%Regulatory
- 15%Visual Media
- 10%Website
- 10%Stability
- 5%Environment
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.
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- Review Sentiment
- Review Volume
Regulatory & Safety Record 25%
State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
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- State Inspections
- Citations/Inspection
- % Inspections w/ Citations
- Complaint Visits
- Accreditations
- BBB Rating
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
Website & Operator Transparency 10%
Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.
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- Website Content
- Mobile Usability
- Staff Info Available
- Owner Info Available
Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
- Includes
- Occupancy Rate
- Bed Options
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 Memory Care 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.
Does Louisiana Medicaid cover memory care?
Louisiana Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, 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 memory care?
Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.
How many memory care communities are listed on this page?
This page features 175 memory care communities in Louisiana. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right memory care community 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 memory care communities 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.



















