Page 5 of Best Nursing Homes in Louisiana

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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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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.

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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. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. 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.
Lake Charles Care Center
NH
MC
SNF
Lake Charles (Calcasieu Parish)
182
Facility 182
LA AVG 126
Rank #16 / 190
75.9%
Facility 75.9%
LA AVG 72.4%
Rank #89 / 169
+5%
3.75
Facility 3.75
LA AVG 4.14
Rank #109 / 195
-17%-9%
$0
Facility $0
LA AVG $107.9k
Rank #1 / 202
11
Facility 11
LA AVG 25.7
Rank #27 / 202
3.7
Facility 3.7
LA AVG 3.9
Rank #59 / 202
-138A+
74
Facility 74
LA AVG 39
Rank #12 / 213
Diversified Health Care-Lake Charles, LLC
$14.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $14.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG $9.8M
Rank #27 / 195
$7.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG $4.5M
Rank #15 / 195
50.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 50.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG 47.8%
Rank #55 / 194
195413
Heritage Manor South
NH
HOS
MC
SNF
Shreveport (Caddo Parish)
145
Facility 145
LA AVG 126
Rank #56 / 190
74.5%
Facility 74.5%
LA AVG 72.4%
Rank #93 / 169
+3%
4.38
Facility 4.38
LA AVG 4.14
Rank #49 / 195
+41%+6%
$0
Facility $0
LA AVG $107.9k
Rank #1 / 202
17
Facility 17
LA AVG 25.7
Rank #55 / 202
2.8
Facility 2.8
LA AVG 3.9
Rank #89 / 202
-108A+
29
Facility 29
LA AVG 39
Rank #132 / 213
Community Care Center Of Shreveport South LLC
$11.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $11.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG $9.8M
Rank #49 / 195
$5.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG $4.5M
Rank #65 / 195
44.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 44.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG 47.8%
Rank #116 / 194
195408
The Oaks of Houma
NH
HOS
MC
SNF
Houma (Terrebonne Parish)
120
Facility 120
LA AVG 126
Rank #104 / 190
97.1%
Facility 97.1%
LA AVG 72.4%
Rank #5 / 169
+34%
3.90
Facility 3.90
LA AVG 4.14
Rank #92 / 195
-8%-6%
$0
Facility $0
LA AVG $107.9k
Rank #1 / 202
18
Facility 18
LA AVG 25.7
Rank #55 / 202
6.0
Facility 6.0
LA AVG 3.9
Rank #179 / 202
-117A+
49
Facility 49
LA AVG 39
Rank #60 / 213
Oaks Of Houma Community Care Center LLC
$12.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $12.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG $9.8M
Rank #43 / 195
$4.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG $4.5M
Rank #72 / 195
39.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 39.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG 47.8%
Rank #165 / 194
195485
Haven Nursing Center
NH
Columbia
99
Facility 99
LA AVG 126
Rank #152 / 190
80.4%
Facility 80.4%
LA AVG 72.4%
Rank #56 / 169
+11%
4.78
Facility 4.78
LA AVG 4.14
Rank #21 / 195
+24%+15%
$0
Facility $0
LA AVG $107.9k
Rank #1 / 202
19
Facility 19
LA AVG 25.7
Rank #66 / 202
4.8
Facility 4.8
LA AVG 3.9
Rank #152 / 202
-80A+
35
Facility 35
LA AVG 39
Rank #111 / 213
Avery Causey
$8.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $8.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG $9.8M
Rank #113 / 195
$4.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG $4.5M
Rank #113 / 195
46.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 46.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG 47.8%
Rank #89 / 194
195265
The Woodlands Healthcare Center
NH
HOS
MC
PC
RC
SNF
Leesville
152
Facility 152
LA AVG 126
Rank #39 / 190
25.7%
Facility 25.7%
LA AVG 72.4%
Rank #167 / 169
-65%
3.06
Facility 3.06
LA AVG 4.14
Rank #168 / 195
-19%-26%
$0
Facility $0
LA AVG $107.9k
Rank #1 / 202
18
Facility 18
LA AVG 25.7
Rank #55 / 202
3.0
Facility 3.0
LA AVG 3.9
Rank #40 / 202
-39-
29
Facility 29
LA AVG 39
Rank #132 / 213
Woodlands Opco LLC
$19.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $19.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG $9.8M
Rank #5 / 195
$6.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG $4.5M
Rank #27 / 195
31.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 31.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG 47.8%
Rank #185 / 194
195482
Landmark of Baton Rouge
NH
HOS
MC
SNF
Baton Rouge
144
Facility 144
LA AVG 126
Rank #60 / 190
36.8%
Facility 36.8%
LA AVG 72.4%
Rank #164 / 169
-49%
4.43
Facility 4.43
LA AVG 4.14
Rank #49 / 195
-34%+7%
$0
Facility $0
LA AVG $107.9k
Rank #1 / 202
20
Facility 20
LA AVG 25.7
Rank #44 / 202
3.3
Facility 3.3
LA AVG 3.9
Rank #56 / 202
-53-
24
Facility 24
LA AVG 39
Rank #153 / 213
Landmark Heritage, LLC
$11.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $11.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG $9.8M
Rank #51 / 195
$5.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG $4.5M
Rank #45 / 195
46.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 46.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG 47.8%
Rank #86 / 194
195494
Senior Village Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
NH
HOS
MC
SNF
Opelousas
150
Facility 150
LA AVG 126
Rank #45 / 190
84.0%
Facility 84.0%
LA AVG 72.4%
Rank #45 / 169
+16%
4.15
Facility 4.15
LA AVG 4.14
Rank #75 / 195
+35%0%
$0
Facility $0
LA AVG $107.9k
Rank #112 / 202
29
Facility 29
LA AVG 25.7
Rank #129 / 202
5.8
Facility 5.8
LA AVG 3.9
Rank #117 / 202
-126A+
3
Facility 3
LA AVG 39
Rank #207 / 213
Community Care Center Of Opelousas LLC
$12.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $12.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG $9.8M
Rank #42 / 195
$5.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG $4.5M
Rank #37 / 195
44.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 44.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG 47.8%
Rank #114 / 194
195318
Lakeview Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
NH
HOS
MC
RC
SNF
New Roads (Pointe Coupee Parish)
122
Facility 122
LA AVG 126
Rank #101 / 190
78.2%
Facility 78.2%
LA AVG 72.4%
Rank #74 / 169
+8%
4.27
Facility 4.27
LA AVG 4.14
Rank #59 / 195
-19%+3%
$0
Facility $0
LA AVG $107.9k
Rank #1 / 202
25
Facility 25
LA AVG 25.7
Rank #96 / 202
6.3
Facility 6.3
LA AVG 3.9
Rank #169 / 202
-95-
33
Facility 33
LA AVG 39
Rank #118 / 213
Lakeview Manor Nursing And Rehabilitation Center LLC
$9.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG $9.8M
Rank #91 / 195
$4.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG $4.5M
Rank #104 / 195
43.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 43.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG 47.8%
Rank #128 / 194
195446
Touro Woldenberg Village
NH
HC
PC
New Orleans (Algiers)
120
Facility 120
LA AVG 126
Rank #104 / 190
93.4%
Facility 93.4%
LA AVG 72.4%
Rank #15 / 169
+29%
4.48
Facility 4.48
LA AVG 4.14
Rank #36 / 195
-47%+8%
$40.2k
Facility $40.2k
LA AVG $107.9k
Rank #137 / 202
18
Facility 18
LA AVG 25.7
Rank #74 / 202
2.6
Facility 2.6
LA AVG 3.9
Rank #20 / 202
1112-
60
Facility 60
LA AVG 39
Rank #40 / 213
Woldenberg Village Inc
$12.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $12.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG $9.8M
Rank #46 / 195
$3.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG $4.5M
Rank #154 / 195
25.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 25.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG 47.8%
Rank #192 / 194
195156
River Oaks Nursing & Rehabilitation Center LLC
NH
HOS
MC
RC
SNF
Baker (Wyatt Subdivision)
132
Facility 132
LA AVG 126
Rank #79 / 190
98.6%
Facility 98.6%
LA AVG 72.4%
Rank #1 / 169
+36%
4.78
Facility 4.78
LA AVG 4.14
Rank #21 / 195
-27%+15%
$17.4k
Facility $17.4k
LA AVG $107.9k
Rank #117 / 202
26
Facility 26
LA AVG 25.7
Rank #121 / 202
3.3
Facility 3.3
LA AVG 3.9
Rank #59 / 202
2130-
28
Facility 28
LA AVG 39
Rank #139 / 213
Brock Napuin
$11.0MFiscal year ending 03/2024
Facility $11.0MFiscal year ending 03/2024
LA AVG $9.8M
Rank #55 / 195
$5.5MFiscal year ending 03/2024
Facility $5.5MFiscal year ending 03/2024
LA AVG $4.5M
Rank #34 / 195
50.4%Fiscal year ending 03/2024
Facility 50.4%Fiscal year ending 03/2024
LA AVG 47.8%
Rank #57 / 194
195561

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Overview of Lake Charles Care Center

Lake Charles Care Center is an established 182-bed nursing home on Ernest Street in Lake Charles, Louisiana, and has been open for 52 years. Brian May owns and runs the facility, which takes Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. The neighborhood is highly walkable, scoring a 74, so family members and guests can easily take care of errands on foot when they come to visit.

Residents stay here for about 115 days on average, meaning the staff splits its time between short-term therapy after a hospital stay and regular long-term care. To keep up with everyone’s health, the 24-hour floor crew provides about 4 hours and 10 minutes of nursing care per resident each day, with nurse aides doing most of the hands-on work. There is also a doctor on staff to handle routine checkups and medical needs, alongside rehabilitation and temporary respite care.

For daily routines, an on-site chef and a dietitian team up to serve three restaurant-style meals every day in the main dining rooms. The activities schedule keeps things moving with weekly events and monthly birthday parties. Between activities, the staff keeps up with medication management, personal care, and regular cleaning around the building.

Prospective residents can take a tour to check out the dining areas, room choices, and the walkable neighborhood setup. The daily routine of these medical and therapy services is served with hot meals, social events, and around-the-clock nursing care.

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Overview of Heritage Manor South

Heritage Manor South is a skilled nursing facility located at 9712 Mansfield Road in Shreveport, Louisiana. The 145-bed community is owned by Jacob Banaka and accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving families several options for covering both short-term rehabilitation and longer-term nursing care. The facility currently operates at 67% occupancy.

Rehabilitation and recovery are at the center of the home’s clinical focus. Residents stay an average of 255 days, including people recovering from illness or injury as well as those who need ongoing skilled nursing support.

Short-term rehabilitation services are a major part of the care program. Nursing care averages approximately 4 hours and 58 minutes per resident each day, supported by 24-hour staffing. This level of care support allows the facility to serve individuals transitioning from hospitals and those managing complex medical needs.

A state-of-the-art rehabilitation gym is available for residents participating in therapy and recovery programs. Recreational and therapeutic activities are also part of daily life. Meals are served in a dining room and follow dietitian-approved menus. Residents who enjoy spending time outdoors have access to landscaped gardens and a fishing pier. Common areas throughout the facility provide space for social gatherings and resident interaction. Transportation is available for medical appointments and community outings.

Residents also have access to a beauty salon, barbershop, religious services, cable television, WiFi, and housekeeping services. These amenities help support comfort and convenience throughout a resident’s stay.

The surrounding neighborhood has a Walk Score of 29, placing it in the somewhat walkable category. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, although most errands and appointments require transportation. Families considering Heritage Manor South may find an in-person visit helpful for seeing the rehabilitation gym, landscaped grounds, fishing pier, and overall day-to-day environment firsthand.

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Overview of The Oaks of Houma

The Oaks of Houma is a 120-bed skilled nursing home in central Houma. Polk Street is home to the facility, which is close to medical facilities and community resources. The home is owned by Darla Rodgers and accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Occupancy is around 90%, while the average stay is about 347 days and includes both post-acute residents and people receiving ongoing care.

Rehabilitation and skilled nursing care make up the main focus of the facility. Short-term rehabilitation services and wound care are available to residents. The full-time medical team provides about 3 hours and 53 minutes of nursing care per resident each day. Residents also use a state-of-the-art rehabilitation gym and hydrotherapy spa rooms during therapy and recovery.

Patients recovering from surgery, hospitalization, or a serious injury may need intensive rehabilitation together with nursing support. Landscaped gardens are available for residents and families, and the facility also has a beauty salon and barbershop. Recreational activities, therapeutic activities, WiFi, and cable television are part of daily life. Meals are approved by a dietitian and served each day in a comfortable dining room based on individual health needs.

Housekeeping, laundry, and maintenance are provided on site. Residents can use transportation for medical appointments and community outings, and religious services are available as well. Beauty services, recreational programming, and common areas are also part of the facility. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 49 out of 100, meaning some errands can be done on foot, but most trips require a car, and families visiting from out of town can still reach the home.

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Overview of Haven Nursing Center

Make every moment of your best years count at Haven Nursing Center, a distinguished community in Columbia, LA offering skilled nursing and rehabilitation. With comprehensive care options, residents receive top-notch care for their unique needs and preferences around the clock. Featuring beautifully furnished and cozy accommodations in a nurturing environment, the community ensures residents are comfortable and safe.

Dedicated to enhancing residents’ cognition and living experiences, a jam-packed calendar of engaging activities and stimulating programs is conducted. Mealtimes foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and healthy dining options. The community is a good option for those seeking a variety of care in retirement, especially with its comprehensive options and state-of-the-art amenities.

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Overview of The Woodlands Healthcare Center

The Woodlands Healthcare Center is a 152-bed skilled nursing community managed by Dns Healthcare on Thad Bailes Road in Leesville, Louisiana. The facility routes its medical billing through Medicaid, Medicare, and private payments. Neighbors and families visiting the property will need a car for most local errands, as the surrounding layout has a Walk Score of 29.

Stays at the home average roughly 172 days, showing an operational footprint that supports temporary surgical rehabilitation alongside traditional long-term nursing placements. To manage daily medical needs and tracking, the 24-hour clinical staff contributes an average of 2 hours and 55 minutes of total nursing care per resident each day. This bedside coverage model implements outpatient therapy sessions, physical rehabilitation tracks, short-term respite stays, and palliative hospice services.

For the daily schedule, the kitchen crew prepares home-style meals featuring options like fried catfish, roasted meats, and meatloaf in a communal dining room. The building features an on-site beauty salon and barber shop, secure outdoor walking paths, and a structured calendar of weekly activities. Floor staff manage all personal care and laundry support, while facility vans handle scheduled medical transport.

Individuals can find a mix of clinical therapy services, structured social calendars, and permanent long-term care programs. Shared common spaces are provided alongside an on-site hair salon, private dining rooms, and outdoor areas, backed by laundry and housekeeping services managed entirely by the facility staff.

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Overview of Landmark of Baton Rouge

Landmark of Baton Rouge provides nursing home, skilled nursing, hospice care, and memory care in Baton Rouge, LA. Skilled nursing gives residents access to licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Hospice care supports residents receiving end of life care. The community has 144 beds, with rehabilitation services and short term rehab for people who need temporary care during recovery.

Nursing home care serves people who require ongoing residential nursing support. The range of care types may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since care can continue within the same community rather than requiring a move elsewhere.

Total nurse staffing is 4h 26m per resident/day, representing the daily hands on nursing time assigned to each resident. Landmark of Baton Rouge accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, and Landmark Heritage operates the community.

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Overview of Senior Village Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

Senior Village Nursing & Rehabilitation Center provides nursing home, skilled nursing, hospice care, and memory care in Opelousas, LA. 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. Hospice care supports residents who need end-of-life care.

Rehabilitation services include short-term rehab, giving a resident a temporary setting for recovery and rehabilitation rather than long-term residence. The community has 150 beds, and its multiple care types may make it a good fit for someone whose care needs may change over time.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several ways to cover care. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 9 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time allocated to each resident. Community Care Center Of Opelousas operates the community.

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Overview of Lakeview Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Operating out of a 44-year-old campus on Hospital Road, Lakeview Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a 122-bed facility managed by Management Group Thirteen LLC in New Roads, Louisiana. Care expenses here are covered through standard billing arrangements such as Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance. With a Walk Score of 33, the local area lets visitors take care of a few small tasks on foot, but you will generally need a vehicle to get around.

Stays at the home average around 466 days, meaning the daily workflow leans heavily toward permanent residential care alongside traditional post-hospital rehabilitation. To manage everyday clinical needs, the 24-hour nursing team logs an average of 4 hours and 18 minutes of total care per resident each day. This medical department runs a secure, specialized unit, short-term physical therapy, temporary respite setups, and on-site hospice care.

Social routines and community engagement are driven by a packed calendar of activities featuring arts and crafts, bingo, live music, and religious services. The staff also coordinates group van trips for local movie screenings, fishing spots, scenic country drives, and casino outings. For everyday convenience, the layout includes a communal dining hall, shared social lounges, and an on-site beauty shop and barbershop.

Prospective residents can look into the secure specialty wings, short-term recovery programs, and temporary respite options. The daily schedule blends these clinical services with regional outings, spiritual gatherings, and steady bedside attention from the nursing crew. Living quarters are situated close to the main activity rooms, dining spaces, and the grooming shop, with all housekeeping and personal laundry handled by the house staff.

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Overview of Touro Woldenberg Village

Touro Woldenberg Village provides nursing home, home care, and palliative care in New Orleans’ Algiers neighborhood. Nursing home care means ongoing nursing support and help with daily needs in a residential setting. Home care brings support to a person’s own residence, while palliative care centers on comfort and relief from symptoms related to serious illness. The range of services may suit someone whose needs span residential nursing care, support at home, or comfort-focused care.

The community has 120 beds and is 93% occupied, so available placements can change as rooms fill. Two-bed rooms offer shared accommodation for two residents or for a couple moving together. Nursing staff time totals 4 hours and 29 minutes per resident each day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay: Medicare covers short-term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long-term residence, Medicaid may help when savings do not cover a long stay, and private pay allows direct payment.

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Overview of River Oaks Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

Make the most of your best years at River Oaks Nursing & Rehabilitation Center LLC, a welcoming retreat in Baker, LA, offering long-term care and rehabiltiation. A compassionate and highly trained team provides the highest quality of care tailored to residents’ unique needs around the clock. Medicare and Medicaid is also accepted to ease financial burdens.

A carefully curated calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs is conducted, encouraging residents to live actively and make new friends. Delicious and healthy home-cooked meals are served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Physical, occupational, and speech therapy are provided to enhance residents’ living experiences. The community is a good option for those needing assistance to live comfortably in retirement, especially with its comprehensive care and extensive amenities.

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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
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Weighting overview

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