Best Nursing Homes in Lafayette, LA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 13 nursing homes in Lafayette, LA using CMS data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in LA
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Avg Overall CMS Rating: 1.8/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Lafayette, LA. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating: 1.7/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Lafayette, LA. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating: 2.7/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Lafayette, LA. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.0/ 5

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Info below is compiled from CMS reports & 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.

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CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
Care Types in This Table 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. 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.
Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The Louisiana average is: 47.9% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
Amelia Manor Nursing Home
NH
SNF
Lafayette (Lafayette Parish)
151
Facility 151
LA AVG 113
Rank #45 / 259
54.6%
Facility 54.6%
LA AVG 72.4%
Rank #141 / 169
-25%
4.88
Facility 4.88
LA AVG 4.14
Rank #17 / 192
-19%+18%
$0
Facility $0
LA AVG $107.9k
Rank #1 / 199
29
Facility 29
LA AVG 25.7
Rank #134 / 199
3.6
Facility 3.6
LA AVG 3.9
Rank #87 / 199
-83-
24
Facility 24
LA AVG 40
Rank #257 / 343
Amelia Manor, Inc
$8.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $8.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG $9.8M
Rank #119 / 192
$3.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG $4.5M
Rank #121 / 192
47.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 47.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG 47.9%
Rank #84 / 191
195469
Lady of the Oaks Retirement Manor
NH
HOS
MC
PC
SNF
Lafayette (Lafayette Parish)
137
Facility 137
LA AVG 113
Rank #79 / 259
77.4%
Facility 77.4%
LA AVG 72.4%
Rank #81 / 169
+7%
3.37
Facility 3.37
LA AVG 4.14
Rank #137 / 192
-100%-19%
$0
Facility $0
LA AVG $107.9k
Rank #1 / 199
22
Facility 22
LA AVG 25.7
Rank #94 / 199
3.1
Facility 3.1
LA AVG 3.9
Rank #51 / 199
-106-
49
Facility 49
LA AVG 40
Rank #104 / 343
-
$8.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $8.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG $9.8M
Rank #113 / 192
$4.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG $4.5M
Rank #101 / 192
49.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 49.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG 47.9%
Rank #61 / 191
195633
Camelot Rehabilitation At Magnolia Park
NH
Lafayette
160
Facility 160
LA AVG 113
Rank #31 / 259
78.5%
Facility 78.5%
LA AVG 72.4%
Rank #69 / 169
+8%
3.22
Facility 3.22
LA AVG 4.14
Rank #155 / 192
-94%-22%
$0
Facility $0
LA AVG $107.9k
Rank #1 / 199
50
Facility 50
LA AVG 25.7
Rank #179 / 199
7.1
Facility 7.1
LA AVG 3.9
Rank #196 / 199
3126-
54
Facility 54
LA AVG 40
Rank #80 / 343
Stephanie Marriott
$17.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $17.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG $9.8M
Rank #14 / 192
$6.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG $4.5M
Rank #21 / 192
38.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 38.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG 47.9%
Rank #172 / 191
195573
Maison De Lafayette
NH
SNF
Lafayette
189
Facility 189
LA AVG 113
Rank #13 / 259
88.0%
Facility 88.0%
LA AVG 72.4%
Rank #33 / 169
+22%
3.31
Facility 3.31
LA AVG 4.14
Rank #149 / 192
-94%-20%
$25.8k
Facility $25.8k
LA AVG $107.9k
Rank #122 / 199
47
Facility 47
LA AVG 25.7
Rank #172 / 199
4.3
Facility 4.3
LA AVG 3.9
Rank #125 / 199
2166-
65
Facility 65
LA AVG 40
Rank #50 / 343
William Mcpherson
$18.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $18.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG $9.8M
Rank #10 / 192
$3.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG $4.5M
Rank #132 / 192
20.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 20.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG 47.9%
Rank #191 / 191
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Cornerstone at the Ranch
NH
RC
SNF
Lafayette (Lafayette Parish)
148
Facility 148
LA AVG 113
Rank #55 / 259
49.3%
Facility 49.3%
LA AVG 72.4%
Rank #155 / 169
-32%
3.88
Facility 3.88
LA AVG 4.14
Rank #91 / 192
-8%-6%
$96.4k
Facility $96.4k
LA AVG $107.9k
Rank #155 / 199
60
Facility 60
LA AVG 25.7
Rank #191 / 199
5.0
Facility 5.0
LA AVG 3.9
Rank #157 / 199
173-
70
Facility 70
LA AVG 40
Rank #33 / 343
Danny E Jarvis
$9.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG $9.8M
Rank #101 / 192
$3.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG $4.5M
Rank #145 / 192
35.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 35.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG 47.9%
Rank #178 / 191
195565
River Oaks Retirement Manor
NH
Lafayette
100
Facility 100
LA AVG 113
Rank #166 / 259
71.1%
Facility 71.1%
LA AVG 72.4%
Rank #100 / 169
-2%
5.23
Facility 5.23
LA AVG 4.14
Rank #9 / 192
-17%+26%
$99.5k
Facility $99.5k
LA AVG $107.9k
Rank #157 / 199
28
Facility 28
LA AVG 25.7
Rank #131 / 199
5.6
Facility 5.6
LA AVG 3.9
Rank #172 / 199
371-
42
Facility 42
LA AVG 40
Rank #150 / 343
Aimee Broussard
$8.2MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $8.2MFiscal year ending 06/2024
LA AVG $9.8M
Rank #118 / 192
$3.2MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $3.2MFiscal year ending 06/2024
LA AVG $4.5M
Rank #148 / 192
38.8%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 38.8%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
LA AVG 47.9%
Rank #168 / 191
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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 13 analyzed for Lafayette.

Overview of Amelia Manor Nursing Home

Amelia Manor Nursing Home is located on Center Street in Lafayette, Louisiana. The skilled nursing facility has 151 beds and accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Current occupancy is 58%, so the facility has some availability. Residents remain at the facility for an average of 292 days, including people receiving post-acute rehabilitation and those who need ongoing nursing care.

Nursing staff provide an average of 4 hours and 24 minutes of care per resident each day. Nurse aide coverage averages another 3 hours and 12 minutes daily. Direct care, assistance, and resident monitoring are a regular part of daily operations.

Rehabilitation services are available at the facility. Residents recovering from surgery, illness, or a hospital stay may receive therapy and nursing support as part of their recovery period.

The surrounding area has a Walk Score of 24. Most errands and destinations require a vehicle, as the neighborhood is considered car-dependent. Families visiting from Lafayette and nearby communities can still reach the facility easily by car.

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Overview of Lady of the Oaks Retirement Manor

Located on Eraste Landry Road in Lafayette, Louisiana, Lady of the Oaks Retirement Manor is a 137-bed skilled nursing facility owned by Lady of the Oaks. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted at the home, giving families different ways to pay for both short-term rehabilitation and ongoing care. The community is about 77 percent occupied. Residents stay an average of 218 days, including people recovering after a hospital stay and those who need care for a longer period.

Residents receive about 3 hours and 30 minutes of nursing care each day. Care is provided by registered nurses, nurse aides, and licensed practical nurses. This amount of hands-on care supports the home’s skilled nursing and rehabilitation services. Behavioral health and Alzheimer’s care programming are also available for residents needing dementia or psychiatric support together with medical care.

State inspections identified concerns involving medication management, nursing documentation accuracy, care planning specificity, infection prevention, and the physical environment. These are areas potential residents and families should understand. The concerns were identified during inspections of the facility.

Residents have access to rehabilitation and therapy services on site. Scheduled transportation is available for medical appointments, and support is provided for dietary needs and hydration. Chaplain visits, flexible family visiting hours, recreational programs, and outdoor courtyards are also available. Private rooms include WiFi and cable television, while beauty salon services, laundry, housekeeping, and a resident council are part of the community.

The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 49. Some nearby services can be reached on foot, but most errands require a short drive. Restaurants, shops, and medical offices are located nearby. Families visiting often will find those services close to the facility.

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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 Maison De Lafayette

Maison De Lafayette, a 189-bed nursing home in Lafayette, Louisiana (Lafayette Parish), carries a 1-star CMS rating. William Mcpherson owns and operates this family-managed facility, which maintains strong occupancy at 85.5%; 19% above the Louisiana average, and reports positive financial performance with $16.3 million in annual revenue and $2.4 million in profit.

A single registered nurse staffs the facility part-time, working only 28% of available days. Seventy-one licensed practical nurses and 251 certified nursing assistants comprise the direct care workforce, but 60% of all staff, or 228 of 377 total employees, are contractors rather than permanent staff. This reliance on temporary labor, combined with minimal RN oversight, generated the facility’s 1-star staffing rating despite a reported staff-to-resident ratio of 2.27:1 (52% better than the state average on paper).

Direct nursing hours run 3 hours 50 minutes per resident daily, trailing the Louisiana average of 4 hours 9 minutes by 19 minutes. Weekend coverage falls to 2 hours 47 minutes, a 15% decline from state average weekend levels.

Functional decline and clinical event measures score 10–26% better than state averages. However, incontinence in low-risk residents reaches 31.4%, far exceeding the state rate of 17.1%. Weight loss affects 8.8% of residents, more than 70% worse than the state average. Short-stay preventive care is notably weak: only 19.7% of short-term residents receive pneumococcal vaccination (state average 82.5%), and influenza vaccination rates reach only 33.6% (state average 76.2%).

The facility operates four dining rooms with individualized meal plans and offers barber and transportation services. Room types include private suites with kitchenettes and semi-private options across 189 beds.

Current census is 166 residents; occupancy remains consistent. Average length of stay is 238 days.

Maison De Lafayette serves Medicare short-term rehabilitation residents (3–4 months typical stay) and long-term Medicaid patients (6-year average), supported by physical infrastructure and programming, though clinical staffing structure limits preventive care capacity for shorter-stay admissions.

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Overview of Cornerstone at the Ranch

Cornerstone at the Ranch is a 148-bed nursing home located on West Martial Avenue in Lafayette, Louisiana. The facility handles funding through common paths like Medicare, Medicaid, and private payments. The surrounding neighborhood is highly walkable, allowing visitors and family members to complete everyday errands easily on foot.

Residents stay for an average of 250 days, an operational timeline that divides the facility’s focus between short-term post-hospital rehabilitation and continuous long-term care. To monitor daily medical needs, the 24-hour floor staff provides an average of 4 hours and 20 minutes of total nursing care per resident each day, with nurse aides supplying 3 hours and 20 minutes of that direct support. On the regulatory side, previous state inspections have noted some recurring operational themes regarding food safety protocols, documentation practices, and general building housekeeping.

The campus provides physical therapy programs, an in-house beauty salon, a courtyard area, and dedicated transitional apartments. The clinical team focuses on functional recovery tracks to help residents return home after an illness or surgery.

Families evaluating local care facilities can tour the physical property to observe the current living environment firsthand. The administration team can help check specific insurance plan details, answer questions about recent state inspection corrections, or confirm current bed availability.

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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 Lady of the Oaks Retirement

Nestled in Lafayette, Louisiana, Lady of the Oaks stands as a stunning Skilled Nursing Facility. With a commitment to providing a haven of joy and dignity, the assisted living community caters to both short-term rehabilitation needs and long-term residency for those seeking companionship and safety.
Through a holistic approach, Lady of the Oaks enriches the physical, spiritual, and emotional well-being of its residents, all within an environment that exudes comfort and elegance, ensuring a sense of pride. Explore care, comfort, and community at Lady of the Oaks, where each resident’s well-being and contentment are held in the highest regard.

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Overview of Amelia Manor Nursing Home

Amelia Manor Nursing Home has remained a cherished family-owned and operated establishment since 1974. With a remarkable distinction, Amelia Manor stands as one of the rare nursing homes in Lafayette, Louisiana that has upheld consistent management and ownership. Teaming up with Therapy Center, Amelia Manor fosters a partnership dedicated to delivering top-tier rehabilitation services that prioritize the well-being of each patient. Therapy Center’s unwavering focus revolves around providing the best care for every individual, a principle that resonates with Amelia Manor’s ethos.
The facility’s dedicated team of highly skilled full-time therapists collaborates to deliver personalized care to each patient, emphasizing their distinct needs. With utmost attention to residents’ physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being, Amelia Manor places a strong emphasis on meeting holistic needs. The significance of family involvement is not only acknowledged but warmly welcomed, creating a welcoming atmosphere where families can actively participate in their loved ones’ journey. Embracing a commitment to excellence, Amelia Manor offers a range of skilled nursing services, including scheduled visits by the Medical Director on a weekly basis, regular visits by the Dental Director each month, and a secure care system tailored for patients prone to wandering. Moreover, the facility extends compassionate hospice care, ensuring comprehensive support.

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Overview of Cornerstone Village South

Cornerstone Village South is a compassionate hub of care in Lafayette, Louisiana. Rooted in Lafayette County, this community specializes in a diverse range of therapies and care services, all designed to empower residents to reclaim their independence. Cornerstone Village South’s overarching mission is centered on delivering unparalleled quality of care and services to its community members. 
Within the confines of Cornerstone Village South, a team of skilled nurses, therapists, and licensed care professionals work in tandem to guide each individual through their personalized journey of therapy. Whether recuperating post-hospitalization or seeking ongoing medical support, the dedicated professionals at Cornerstone Village South are steadfast in their commitment to aiding senior residents in this transition. Their commitment to excellence and leadership is exemplified through a culture that prioritizes continuous improvement, respect, and unwavering dedication to residents, employees, and the broader neighborhoods they serve. 

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Overview of Cornerstone at the Ranch Bethany Rehabilitation

Lafayette, Louisiana, is the home base for Cornerstone at the Ranch Bethany Rehabilitation, a 148-bed nursing and assisted living community located at 103 West Martial Avenue. The business office operates strictly via private-pay billing, as the facility does not hold CMS certification for Medicare or Medicaid. The physical property sits in a somewhat walkable neighborhood positioned near regional healthcare infrastructure, with 14 hospitals within a 25-mile radius, including Women’s and Children’s Hospital and Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center.

Dual-service tracks across the 148 beds allow the facility to split daily operations between structured nursing care and standard assisted living support. The floor staff handles routine health tracking, medication schedules, and daily physical assistance to accommodate residents across varying clinical levels. These healthcare routines run parallel to basic domestic systems, including kitchen preparation, room cleaning, and laundry services, to ensure an organized building environment.

Private sleeping rooms connect directly to shared indoor lounges and common spaces built for dining, resting, and hosting visitors. Internal workflows combine these direct care tasks with administrative oversight to keep both the nursing and assisted living wings running consistently. Because specific operational details, bed openings, and private-pay rates can change over time, the administrative staff coordinates inquiries regarding current admissions directly through the main office.

Older adults can arrange a structural walk-through to evaluate the dual care layouts, verify private payment paths, and inspect the proximity to nearby medical centers firsthand.

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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 13 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.