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Best Nursing Homes in Lafayette, LA

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated May 2026
We analyzed 14 homes in Lafayette, LA

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Louisiana Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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The information below is reported by the Louisiana Department of Health, Health Standards Section.

7 facilities compared · CMS & LA Dept. of Health data

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Courtyard Retirement & Assisted Living
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.

Lafayette
92
Facility 92
LA AVG 113
Rank #186 / 262
80.9%
Facility 80.9%
LA AVG 71.8%
Rank #60 / 189
+13%
3.85
Facility 3.85
LA AVG 4.14
Rank #91 / 182
-40%-7%
$24.1k
Facility $24.1k
LA AVG $107.9k
Rank #106 / 187
29
Facility 29
LA AVG 25.7
Rank #127 / 187
4.8
Facility 4.8
LA AVG 3.9
Rank #140 / 187
174A+
44
Facility 44
LA AVG 37
Rank #137 / 368
Sarver Family LLC
$7.3M
Facility $7.3M
LA AVG $9.6M
Rank #142 / 186
$4.0M
Facility $4.0M
LA AVG $3.9M
Rank #130 / 186
54.1%
Facility 54.1%
LA AVG 42%
Rank #62 / 186
195606
River Oaks Retirement Manor
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).

Lafayette
100
Facility 100
LA AVG 113
Rank #168 / 262
81.3%
Facility 81.3%
LA AVG 71.8%
Rank #57 / 189
+13%
4.65
Facility 4.65
LA AVG 4.14
Rank #24 / 182
-17%+12%
$99.5k
Facility $99.5k
LA AVG $107.9k
Rank #146 / 187
28
Facility 28
LA AVG 25.7
Rank #124 / 187
5.6
Facility 5.6
LA AVG 3.9
Rank #162 / 187
376-
42
Facility 42
LA AVG 37
Rank #151 / 368
Aimee Broussard
$8.1M
Facility $8.1M
LA AVG $9.6M
Rank #134 / 186
$4.5M
Facility $4.5M
LA AVG $3.9M
Rank #106 / 186
54.9%
Facility 54.9%
LA AVG 42%
Rank #57 / 186
195502
Camelot Rehabilitation At Magnolia Park
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.

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.

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.

Lafayette
160
Facility 160
LA AVG 113
Rank #31 / 262
81.5%
Facility 81.5%
LA AVG 71.8%
Rank #55 / 189
+14%
3.32
Facility 3.32
LA AVG 4.14
Rank #149 / 182
-94%-20%
$30.2k
Facility $30.2k
LA AVG $107.9k
Rank #112 / 187
50
Facility 50
LA AVG 25.7
Rank #169 / 187
7.1
Facility 7.1
LA AVG 3.9
Rank #184 / 187
3133-
54
Facility 54
LA AVG 37
Rank #80 / 368
Stephanie Marriott
$16.0M
Facility $16.0M
LA AVG $9.6M
Rank #24 / 186
$6.6M
Facility $6.6M
LA AVG $3.9M
Rank #29 / 186
41.2%
Facility 41.2%
LA AVG 42%
Rank #131 / 186
195573
Maison De Lafayette
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.

Lafayette
189
Facility 189
LA AVG 113
Rank #13 / 262
85.5%
Facility 85.5%
LA AVG 71.8%
Rank #42 / 189
+19%
3.84
Facility 3.84
LA AVG 4.14
Rank #105 / 182
-94%-7%
$25.8k
Facility $25.8k
LA AVG $107.9k
Rank #107 / 187
47
Facility 47
LA AVG 25.7
Rank #163 / 187
4.3
Facility 4.3
LA AVG 3.9
Rank #119 / 187
2167-
65
Facility 65
LA AVG 37
Rank #50 / 368
William Mcpherson
$16.3M
Facility $16.3M
LA AVG $9.6M
Rank #22 / 186
$6.8M
Facility $6.8M
LA AVG $3.9M
Rank #26 / 186
41.5%
Facility 41.5%
LA AVG 42%
Rank #130 / 186
195365
Amelia Manor Nursing Home
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.

Lafayette (Lafayette Parish)
151
Facility 151
LA AVG 113
Rank #46 / 262
58.3%
Facility 58.3%
LA AVG 71.8%
Rank #151 / 189
-19%
4.41
Facility 4.41
LA AVG 4.14
Rank #38 / 182
-19%+6%
$0
Facility $0
LA AVG $107.9k
Rank #1 / 187
29
Facility 29
LA AVG 25.7
Rank #127 / 187
3.6
Facility 3.6
LA AVG 3.9
Rank #81 / 187
-92-
24
Facility 24
LA AVG 37
Rank #258 / 368
Amelia Manor, Inc
$8.4M
Facility $8.4M
LA AVG $9.6M
Rank #128 / 186
$4.7M
Facility $4.7M
LA AVG $3.9M
Rank #93 / 186
56%
Facility 56%
LA AVG 42%
Rank #51 / 186
195469
Lady of the Oaks Retirement Manor
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.

Lafayette (Lafayette Parish)
137
Facility 137
LA AVG 113
Rank #81 / 262
77.4%
Facility 77.4%
LA AVG 71.8%
Rank #77 / 189
+8%
3.49
Facility 3.49
LA AVG 4.14
Rank #135 / 182
-100%-16%
$0
Facility $0
LA AVG $107.9k
Rank #1 / 187
22
Facility 22
LA AVG 25.7
Rank #88 / 187
3.1
Facility 3.1
LA AVG 3.9
Rank #49 / 187
-102-
49
Facility 49
LA AVG 37
Rank #105 / 368
-
$10.8M
Facility $10.8M
LA AVG $9.6M
Rank #69 / 186
$4.2M
Facility $4.2M
LA AVG $3.9M
Rank #122 / 186
38.9%
Facility 38.9%
LA AVG 42%
Rank #148 / 186
195633
Cornerstone at the Ranch
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.

Lafayette (Lafayette Parish)
148
Facility 148
LA AVG 113
Rank #57 / 262
49.3%
Facility 49.3%
LA AVG 71.8%
Rank #175 / 189
-31%
4.33
Facility 4.33
LA AVG 4.14
Rank #51 / 182
-8%+5%
$128.3k
Facility $128.3k
LA AVG $107.9k
Rank #152 / 187
60
Facility 60
LA AVG 25.7
Rank #180 / 187
5.0
Facility 5.0
LA AVG 3.9
Rank #147 / 187
176-
70
Facility 70
LA AVG 37
Rank #33 / 368
Danny E Jarvis
$9.6M
Facility $9.6M
LA AVG $9.6M
Rank #94 / 186
$5.0M
Facility $5.0M
LA AVG $3.9M
Rank #82 / 186
51.9%
Facility 51.9%
LA AVG 42%
Rank #72 / 186
195565
Overview of Evangeline Elderly Apartments

Age gracefully at Evangeline Elderly Apartments, an outstanding community in Lafayette, LA, offering independent living. Here, residents can keep their peace of mind with a variety of specially designed accommodations. The community also promotes a vibrant and welcoming environment, ensuring residents feel at ease during their stay.

Thriving local amenities and recreation spaces in the area allow residents to spend their days as they please, providing unending leisure and wellness opportunities. Residents also enjoy a hassle-free dining with grocery stores and restaurants nearby. With its top-notch amenities and dedicated services, residents make the most of their best years without hassles.

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Overview of Courtyard Retirement & Assisted Living

Courtyard Assisted Living is a cherished family-owned and operated establishment since 1985 in Lafayette, Louisiana. Conveniently located, this community has woven together residents and employees into an extended family, creating an environment of belonging and comfort. The genuine warmth shared between Courtyard’s residents and its dedicated staff fosters a sense of home away from home.

Courtyard Retirement and Assisted Living stands as Lafayette’s pioneering retirement community, setting the bar for care and a homelike haven. Whether seeking assistance due to aging, illness, recovery, or rehabilitation, Courtyard’s caregivers deliver tailored services rooted in trust and compassion. Beyond helping with daily tasks, this assisted living community builds nurturing relationships with each senior resident, offering unparalleled one-on-one attention and care. Courtyard specializes in providing attentive care and daily living support to individuals across various needs. With 24-hour staff presence and a dedicated security guard, safety and carefree living are paramount, allowing residents to embrace the fulfilling life they deserve.

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Overview of River Oaks Retirement Manor

Cherish every moment of your best years at River Oaks Retirement Manor, an idyllic community in Lafayette, LA offering skilled nursing and memory care. Those with cognitive conditions can ease their worries with a kind and highly trained team attending to their unique needs around the clock. Beautifully furnished and secure accommodations are provided in a nurturing and welcoming environment, ensuring residents can feel at ease during their stay.

To improve residents’ cognition and living experiences, a jam-packed calendar of engaging activities and stimulating programs is conducted based on their interests and capabilities. Delicious and healthy meals are also served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Medicare and Medicaid are also accepted to ease financial burdens. The community’s dedicated services and top-notch amenities create the ideal setting for residents to reach beyond their potential in retirement.

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Overview of Camelot Rehabilitation at Magnolia Park

Settling in the quiet neighborhood of Dulles Drive, Lafayette, LA, Camelot Rehabilitation at Magnolia Park is an extraordinary senior living community that offers long-term care and short-term rehabilitation. With its spacious and welcoming setting, the community strives to provide a haven for up to 188 residents. Live to your potential with the finest care and assistance from an experienced and well-trained team.

Gain access to healthcare needs with Medicare and Medicaid that aims to ease some of seniors’ and families’ financial constraints. Hospitals and trusted senior care providers are situated within a few minutes of the community. Camelot Rehabilitation at Magnolia Park is a good place to start your healing journey with its comprehensive services.

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Overview of Amelia Manor Nursing Home
Amelia Manor Nursing Home is family owned and operated since 1974. It serves the greater Lafayette, LA area including Abbeville, Broussard, and Baton Rouge. The facility prioritizes meeting the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of its residents.

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Overview of Lady of the Oaks Retirement Manor
Lady of the Oaks is a beautiful Skilled Nursing Facility in Lafayette, Louisiana. It provides a warm and welcoming place of joy and dignity to those who desire a short-term stay of rehabilitation or for those who can no longer safely live alone. The facility focuses on holistic care to nurture the physical, spiritual, and emotional well-being of its residents.

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Overview of Cornerstone at the Ranch
Cornerstone at the Ranch offers trusted senior living in Lafayette, LA. It specializes in providing compassionate nursing, memory care, and rehabilitation services. The facility is designed to help residents regain their strength and achieve their personal wellness goals.

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Overview of Vermilion Healthcare Center

Vermilion Behavioral Health Systems is a prominent psychiatric hospital in Lafayette, Louisiana, offering a capacity of 54 beds. With a rich legacy of delivering exceptional behavioral healthcare, the facility has continually elevated the quality of life for its patients.
Boasting JCAHO accreditation, Vermilion Behavioral Health Systems specializes in comprehensive treatment and proactive clinical therapeutic interventions. This approach plays a pivotal role in the patient care continuum, allowing individuals to transition seamlessly from acute care to extended support within the same facility. As a result, patients can reintegrate safely into the community with improved well-being. Vermilion Behavioral Health Systems remains committed to providing a supportive environment that fosters healing and recovery for individuals in need.

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Overview of Magnolia Estates Rehab & Retirement

Located in Lafayette, Louisiana, Magnolia Estates Rehab & Retirement is known for its dedication to Extensive Rehabilitation Services, an Advanced Wound Care program, and a Full-Time Nurse Practitioner. With a special emphasis on its Alzheimer’s Unit, the center is committed to holistic care.
Magnolia Estates’ focus on personalized recovery and comfort is reflected in its offerings of specialized short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. The well-being of residents is a top priority at Magnolia Estates in Lafayette, evident through its comprehensive approach to addressing emotional, social, and cultural needs for both residents and families. Experience the center’s inviting atmosphere and witness the careful creation of tailored health care plans for optimal outcomes.

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Overview of Cornerstone at the Ranch Bethany Rehabilitation

Situated in Lafayette, Louisiana, Cornerstone at the Ranch is a premier provider of senior living solutions, presenting an extensive array of services encompassing Assisted Living and Nursing Homes. Guided by an unwavering commitment to deliver impeccable care, this assisted living community is driven by a mission to enrich the lives of senior residents within the community.
Their dedication to excellence and leadership finds its roots in a culture that embraces continual enhancement, mutual respect, and an unyielding devotion to both residents and staff, as well as the broader neighborhoods they proudly serve. Additionally, this community is close to 14 hospitals situated within a 25-mile radius, with noteworthy mentions including Women’s and Children’s Hospital, and Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center, Inc.

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.

  • CMS data
  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

  • Includes
  • Overall Rating
  • Health Inspection
  • QM Rating
  • Long-Stay QM
  • Short-Stay QM
02

Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

  • Includes
  • Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
  • RN vs State
  • Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
  • RN Turnover
03

Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • Citations
  • Citations/Inspection
  • Severe Citations
  • Fines
  • Accreditations
04

Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy vs State
  • Avg Length of Stay
  • Revenue
  • Payroll %
  • Years in Operation
  • Admin Tenure
05

Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • BBB Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Lafayette, LA

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 nursing home care?

Yes — Louisiana Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.

What is nursing home care?

Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.

How many nursing homes are listed on this page?

This page features 14 nursing homes in Lafayette, LA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Lafayette, 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 Lafayette, 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 nursing homes in Lafayette, 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.