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Our editorial team analyzed 231 nursing homes in LA using CMS data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in LA
Avg Overall CMS Rating:2.4/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Louisiana. 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:2.4/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Louisiana. 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:2.8/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Louisiana. 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.
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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.
The facility name. Click to view the full profile page on Assisted Living Magazine, including photos, services, and contact info.
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 TableAL (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.
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: 47.8% 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.
Rank badges are statewide: each nursing home is ranked against every LA nursing home we track that reports that metric, not just the 231 on this page. See how we rank facilities
Bayou Chateau Nursing Center is a nursing home in Simmesport, Louisiana. Nursing home care provides ongoing nursing support and help with health needs, making the community potentially suitable for someone whose care needs go beyond occasional assistance.
The community has 104 beds, creating a defined residential setting for nursing home care. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 40 minutes per resident each day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families multiple ways to cover care costs.
The Cottages at the Glen provides nursing home, assisted living, independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing in Shreveport, LA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident keeps a private living space.
Independent living suits residents who want private living with community services and no daily care. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, including a resident living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia.
Several care levels are available in one community. As a resident’s needs grow, the resident may be able to remain at The Cottages at the Glen rather than move to a different community.
The community has 60 beds. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 42 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time assigned to each resident.
Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Medicare can cover short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid may help when savings do not cover a long stay, and private pay means paying directly for care.
The Cottages at the Glen may be a good fit for a resident who wants private living without daily care, needs help with everyday tasks, requires licensed nursing care, or may need secured memory care as needs change over time.
Overview of Colonial Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Management Group Eleven LLC operates Colonial Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, a 64-bed care property located at 426 North Washington Street in Marksville, Louisiana. Payment routes for medical stays include private pay, Medicare, and Medicaid. The neighborhood carries a Walk Score of 46, which means the area is somewhat walkable for small errands, though visitors and guests will generally need a car to reach the campus.
The report shows an average length of stay of 474 days, indicating a routine focused primarily on permanent nursing care alongside shorter post-hospital recovery tracks. To supervise daily medical regimens, the 24-hour clinical crew averages 3 hours and 53 minutes of total nursing care per resident each day.
This staffing structure includes 2 hours and 21 minutes from nurse aides, 56 minutes from registered nurses, and 38 minutes from licensed practical nurses, who collectively manage short-term physical therapy, hospice care, and a secure on-site dementia unit.
For recreational schedules, the activities staff organizes a social calendar featuring arts and crafts, bingo, live music, holiday parties, and religious services. The facility also coordinates group transit for movie screenings, ice cream runs, and casino trips. The building layout houses shared living lounges, a central dining room, and an internal beauty shop and barbershop to handle grooming needs on site.
Families can examine the secure memory care units, short-term rehabilitation services, and continuous clinical oversight programs. The internal routine integrates these healthcare offerings with three daily meals, spiritual events, and structured social outings.
Lafourche Home for Aged & Infirm is a nursing home in Thibodaux, LA, providing residential nursing care and support with daily needs. The community may be a good fit for a resident who needs ongoing nursing oversight and daily care support.
The home has 72 beds. Total nurse staffing is 3h 23m per resident/day, representing the nursing staff time assigned per resident across a day. Medicare, Medicaid and private pay are accepted, allowing eligible residents to use public coverage or families to pay directly.
Overview of Oak Lane Wellness & Rehabilitative Center
Oak Lane Wellness & Rehabilitative Center is a 130 bed nursing home in Eunice, LA, offering memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care around the clock. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and may suit someone living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia who needs that level of security. Respite care provides a short stay when a family’s usual caregiver needs time to travel, recover, or manage other responsibilities.
Oak Lane Wellness & Rehabilitative Center opened in 2003 and is operated by Assisted Living. Physical, occupational, and speech therapy are available as rehabilitation services, giving residents access to treatment for movement, daily functioning, and communication needs. Wound care and IV services are also available for residents who need those forms of clinical support.
Total nurse staffing is 4h 5m per resident per day, representing the total daily nursing time assigned per resident. Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted. Medicare generally applies to short term skilled care after a qualifying hospital stay rather than long term residence.
A Walk Score of 61 / 100 places the area in the somewhat walkable band. Some errands can be done on foot, and a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach certain nearby destinations independently.
Owned by Jeffrey Caubarreaux, Valley View Health Care Facility is a nursing home on Highway 1 South in Marksville, Louisiana. The 100-bed facility specializes in skilled nursing and long-term care with a dedicated Alzheimer’s care program. It’s located in a car-dependent area, so most residents and visiting families need to drive or take transportation for daily errands. The facility accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, providing families with several options to cover care.
The community has an occupancy rate of 78%. Most stay an average length of stay of 449 days, including short-term rehabilitation residents and those requiring longer-term ongoing care. Daily nurse staffing averages 3 hours and 15 minutes per resident.
Care is delivered by registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and nurse aides who work together to ensure consistent hands-on attention. This level of staffing reflects the facility’s focus on skilled nursing care and medical oversight for residents with complex health needs.
Residents have access to rehabilitation and therapy services, as well as general clinical support. Laundry and housekeeping services, as well as scheduled medical transportation for appointments, are also available. A dedicated dietary staff oversees both nutritional services and a hydration program for residents whose health conditions require careful oversight. Residents also have access to chaplain visits, flexible visiting hours, and recreational programming to stay engaged throughout the week.
Amenities on-site include entertainment and comfortable lounge areas, accommodation options for private and companion rooms, Wi-Fi and cable television, and resident phones. Those who want outdoor spaces can access courtyards. Together, these services and spaces can accommodate nursing home residents’ medical and daily living needs with many choices within the care setting.
Resthaven Living Center is a 145-bed nursing home on Harrison Street in Bogalusa, Louisiana, operated by PMG Opco-Bogalusa LLC. The facility coordinates care payments through Medicare, Medicaid, and private funds. Because the surrounding area is car-dependent, visitors will need a vehicle to run errands or travel around town.
The building currently runs at 63 percent occupancy, and residents stay for an average of 156 days. This operational mix shows that the 24-hour staff divides their time between short-term post-hospital rehab and extended long-term care. The floor crew logs about 2 hours and 55 minutes of total nursing care per resident each day, managing a clinical program that includes outpatient therapy, temporary respite care, and palliative or hospice options.
For day-to-day routines, the kitchen focuses on home-style cooking with common choices like meatloaf, fried catfish, and homemade soups. The physical layout includes an open-concept living room with a fireplace, a covered porch, a garden area, a beauty and barber shop, and a newly renovated chapel.
Interested individuals can review the specialized physical therapy programs, multi-stage recovery tracks, and shared common spaces. The daily routine relies on clinical partnerships with local medical providers to manage active rehabilitation goals, combining these treatments with standard practical amenities like managed laundry services, regular room cleaning, and building-wide internet access.
Kaplan Healthcare Center is a skilled nursing facility in Kaplan, Louisiana, providing care for residents who need rehabilitation services and long-term nursing support. Owned by Tania Lemaire, the community has 113 beds and currently operates at 63% occupancy. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving most families a way to cover both short-term rehabilitation and longer-term stays. Residents remain at the facility for an average of 199 days, including those recovering after an acute health event and those receiving ongoing nursing care.
Residents receive approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes of nursing care each day, with additional support provided by nurse aides and licensed practical nurses. The facility maintains 24-hour staffing so residents have access to assistance and care throughout the day and night. In addition to routine nursing services, the center offers rehabilitation programs and operates a secure Alzheimer’s care program. This combination makes it a practical option for families navigating memory-related conditions as they address rehabilitation and recovery needs.
Located in a somewhat walkable area, the neighborhood has a Walk Score of 26 out of 100. Most errands and appointments require transportation, although some nearby services may be accessible on foot. To address those needs, the facility provides hassle-free transportation for residents and their families.
Life at Kaplan Healthcare Center reflects the area’s local food traditions. Residents are served Cajun cuisine prepared in the kitchen to honor the community’s regional culture and character. Amenities include a hair salon, Direct TV service, phone lines for local and long-distance calls, and both smoking and non-smoking outdoor areas where residents can spend time outside. Daily activities are planned around residents’ individual interests to encourage engagement, participation, and social connection.
Mary Goss Nursing Home is a nursing home in Monroe, LA, offering long-term care and short-term rehabilitation. Promoting a supportive and welcoming environment, the community ensures older adults are well-cared for. 24-hour care, nutritious meals, and therapies are among the exceptional services provided to improve residents’ quality of life. The community also works closely with residents to provide the best possible care for their recovery.
Light exercises and social events encourage residents to make friends and have fun. Spacious rooms and well-maintained amenities also ensure residents can rest and move around comfortably. Situated along the road in the tree-lined neighborhood of Monroe, the community guarantees a stress-free retirement. This nursing home is a good option for senior living in Louisiana, especially with its dedication to helping older adults live to their potential.
Tucked away right off Highway 79 in Homer, Louisiana, Claiborne Rehabilitation operates as a 70-bed care community. Financial coverage here relies on straightforward pathways like Medicare, Medicaid, and private out-of-pocket payments. Because the surrounding region is entirely rural, anyone coming to visit or running everyday errands will definitely need to bring a car.
The building currently operates at roughly 65 percent capacity, with residents staying for an average of 222 days. This operational footprint tells you the staff regularly balances short-term post-hospital recovery with permanent residential stays. To keep an eye on daily medical needs, the nursing team provides an average of 4 hours and 47 minutes of total care per resident each day, running a clinical framework that covers physical therapy, short-term respite care, and a dedicated memory unit named Pelican Pointe.
When it comes to the daily routine, the kitchen crew works to customize meals around individual dietary requests and health profiles. The floor plan provides private suites and large common areas for family visits, alongside practical perks like an on-site hair salon and a facility van for getting residents to medical appointments. Social life is managed by an activities director who coordinates the weekly calendar with regular help from local volunteers.
Prospective representatives can access physical rehabilitation tracks, memory care environments, and temporary respite services. The internal schedule balances these clinical offerings with individual dietary plans, volunteer visits, group social events, and dedicated medical transportation. Private suites are paired with spacious visiting rooms, a chapel, and an on-site hair salon, backed by professional beauty and barber services managed entirely by the facility staff.
Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Louisiana
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 231 nursing homes in Louisiana. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right nursing home 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 nursing homes 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.
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