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Our editorial team analyzed 219 nursing homes in LA using CMS data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in LA
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.
ADC (Adult Day Care):
Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
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.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
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 and care-type specific: each nursing home is ranked against every other LA nursing home we track that reports that metric, not just the 219 on this page. See how we rank facilities
Overview of Forest Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Forest Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center provides nursing home, hospice care, memory care, palliative care, and skilled nursing in Covington, LA. Skilled nursing includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care provides supervision for residents living with dementia. Hospice and palliative care focus on comfort for residents with terminal or serious illness. These services allow care to remain focused on comfort when treatment is no longer the main goal.
Rehabilitation services and short term rehabilitation are available for residents who need a time limited stay with therapy. The 172 bed community accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving families those payment options when arranging care. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 53 minutes per resident each day, representing the daily nursing time allocated per resident. Community Care Center Of Covington operates Forest Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. The community may be a good fit for someone whose needs include nursing care, memory support, rehabilitation, or comfort focused services.
Bayside Healthcare Center provides 24-hour skilled nursing and structured memory care in Gretna, Louisiana. Its 151 beds give residents room to transition between care levels as health needs evolve, keeping them in familiar surroundings.
Daily care includes three hours and 35 minutes of direct nursing time per resident. On-site staff also deliver physical, occupational, and speech therapy. Payment options span Medicare for short-term rehabilitation, Medicaid for extended stays, and private payment. Bayside Senior Care operates the facility.
Families exploring long-term placement can visit the property to review specific care plans and daily routines.
Heritage Manor of Slidell in Slidell, Louisiana, provides round-the-clock skilled nursing, residential nursing care, short-term rehabilitation, palliative care, and hospice support. Short-term rehabilitation programs assist individuals recovering from illness, injury, or surgery. Palliative and hospice services focus on symptom management, personal comfort, and overall quality of life.
The facility maintains 120 beds and accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and direct private pay. Staffing records show an average of 3 hours and 57 minutes of direct daily nursing care provided per resident.
Interested individuals comparing long-term care, rehabilitation, or end-of-life support services can contact Heritage Manor of Slidell to inquire about openings or discuss payment plans.
Audubon Health and Rehab in Thibodaux, Louisiana, provides nursing home care, skilled nursing, hospice services, and memory care. Clinical programs serve individuals who require daily nursing care, end-of-life support, or structured supervision for dementia and memory loss. The campus houses 172 beds in both private and semi-private room configurations, situated within Lafourche Parish.
Community features include on-site rehabilitation programs, salon services, and religious offerings. Landscaped grounds contain outdoor areas and the Serenity walking path. Scheduled transportation covers medical appointments alongside outings to local destinations such as shopping areas, museums, restaurants, and casinos. Operating under operator Community Care Center of Thibodaux, the facility averages 4 hours and 2 minutes of daily nurse staffing per resident. Surrounding neighborhoods carry a 54 walk score, indicating that select errands can be handled on foot.
Interested individuals can reach out to Audubon Health and Rehab to inquire about room availability, ask about specific care plans, or schedule a tour of the property. Financial arrangements accept Medicare, Medicaid, and private payments.
Princeton Place-Ruston is licensed to run two care types in Ruston, LA. Those are nursing home care and skilled nursing. 24/7 Skilled Nursing Services is listed as a program, which states the licensed coverage as a service.
Rehabilitation services back residents doing recovery work. Short-term rehabilitation is the version of that with an end in sight. Respite care covers a short stay, and the household it belongs to survives it unchanged.
The building is licensed for 123 beds. Daily nursing per resident is counted at 3 hours and 53 minutes. Personalized Dietary Services is named too, meal planning built around a resident’s health.
Medicare, private pay, and Medicaid are all open routes. The fit is a person needing skilled nursing, short-term rehabilitation, or a temporary respite stay.
Situated in Mansfield, LA, Mansfield Nursing Center is a nursing home that offers skilled nursing, nursing care, memory care, hospice care, palliative care, and respite care. With 24-hour staffing, residents have access to a variety of services whenever needed. The community also accommodates older adults with serious illnesses and those terminally ill, providing comfort-focused care and helping manage symptoms.
Respite care offers a short-term stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover, giving that caregiver time away without ending the resident’s care arrangement. With 100 beds, the community offers a variety of private and semi-private suites. Residents also receive a total of 4 hours and 11 minutes of nursing care daily.
Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several options to cover care costs. On-site services include a salon, podiatry, dentistry, and optometry.
Overview of Hessmer Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Hessmer Nursing and Rehabilitation Center operates a 92-bed facility offering skilled nursing, hospice care, memory care, and short-term respite stays in Hessmer, Louisiana. On-site care supports residents through continuous nursing oversight alongside daily living assistance. Hospice services focus on comfort management, while respite stays accommodate individuals needing temporary support while regular caregivers are away.
Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 42 minutes per resident daily, while reviews for the facility reflect a citations-per-inspection rate of zero across primary safety checks. Payment models accept private funding alongside Medicare and Medicaid for qualifying residents.
Cognitive support is organized within a dedicated Dementia Care Unit designed for individuals who require structured supervision. Physical, occupational, and speech rehabilitation programs are delivered in partnership with The Therapy Center to support individuals recovering from illness or surgery.
Prospective residents exploring care options in Avoyelles Parish can contact the main office to tour the campus, inspect the memory care unit, and review therapy schedules.
Overview of Landmark South Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Landmark South Nursing and Rehabilitation Center sits on Jefferson Hwy in Baton Rouge’s Saint George neighborhood, about 15.6 miles from downtown and 2.7 miles from Rise Community Hospital. The facility has been running for 41 years. It is a 144-bed nursing home offering nursing care, hospice care, memory care, and palliative care, administered by James Smith. The Walk Score is 38, so a car handles most of the practical logistics for families and visitors.
One hundred forty-two of the 144 beds are occupied, a 93.8% fill rate. The average stay is 268 days, nearly nine months, which tells you this community carries a significant long-stay population alongside whatever short-term rehabilitation volume passes through. Total nursing care runs 3 hours and 52 minutes per resident per day; registered nurses account for 16 minutes of that directly.
The clinical program covers wound care and short-term rehabilitation on the services side, with physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, and respiratory therapy all available on-site. Memory care and hospice round out the specialty offerings. The facility runs a Nurse Aide Training Program on-site, which is a reasonable signal about investment in the nursing pipeline.
An Active Resident Council operates, and meals are served in an on-site dining room. Gardens, a rehabilitation gym, and a hydrotherapy spa are on the amenity list. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are all accepted.
The facility is a member of the Louisiana Nursing Home Association. State inspections have centered on infection prevention and control, dietary and food service, resident rights, and medication management.
For residents who need nursing care, wound management, memory care, or hospice in a high-occupancy, long-established Baton Rouge facility, Landmark South covers a wide clinical range under one roof.
Mid City Community Nursing and Rehab, located in the heart of Baton Rouge on North Boulevard, provides a spacious and elegant atmosphere and offers a wide range of services. The community also prides itself on providing psychiatric services, wound vac therapy, LCA pumps, podiatrists, physicians, to name a few.
In addition to the comprehensive range of services offered, Mid City also provides respite care, hospice care, and palliative care. The community accepts Medicaid and Medicare, as well as long-term care insurance and private pay. Mid City Community Nursing and Rehab is committed to providing its residents top-notch service and a safe living environment. When it comes to quality senior cares in Baton Rouge, Mid City Community Nursing and Rehab definitely claims its own spot.
Cherry Ridge operates a 110-bed senior living facility in Bastrop, Louisiana, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home care, skilled nursing, palliative care, adult day services, and respite care. Assisted living provides assistance with personal tasks like bathing and medication oversight, whereas independent living supplies private housing alongside community amenities. Memory care units utilize secured layouts for resident safety.
Managed by Cherry Ridge Skilled Nursing Facility, the location maintains an average of 4 hours and 5 minutes of total daily nurse staffing per resident. Practical amenities include a salon and barber shop, outdoor gardens, a walking path, a bocce court, wheelchair accessibility, and local transportation. On-site activity schedules feature planned outings, regular religious services, and pet-friendly policies, alongside available podiatry and rehabilitation services.
Prospective representatives can connect directly with Cherry Ridge to confirm current care openings, discuss payment eligibility, or request a walk-through of the grounds. Accepted payment structures include Medicare, Medicaid, and direct private pay.
Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports. Rank badges compare each home against other nursing homes in the same state — never against assisted living, memory care, or independent living communities.
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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 219 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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Nursing Homes in Louisiana at a glance
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.
National Average:3.0/ 5
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