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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 TableNH (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: 47.8% 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.
$7.2M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
$3.6M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
49.1%*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
$7.9M*Fiscal year ending 06/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
$4.4M*Fiscal year ending 06/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
55.7%*Fiscal year ending 06/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
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
Overview of Zachary Manor Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Conveniently located in the harmonious neighborhood of Zachary, LA, Zachary Manor Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, LLC is an exceptional community that offers skilled nursing, memory care, respite care, and hospice care. Residents can ease their worries with a compassionate and well-trained team providing the highest quality of care for their healthcare needs around the clock. Featuring specially designed private and semi-private accommodations, the community ensures residents are comfortable and safe. Medicare and Medicaid are also accepted to ease financial burdens.
Encouraging residents to live actively and have fun, a well-thought-out calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs is conducted. Physical, occupational, and speech therapy are also available to enhance residents’ living experiences. Catering to residents’ dietary needs and preferences, delicious and well-balanced meals are served. With its state-of-the-art amenities and exceptional services, the community ensures residents are guaranteed the finest retirement experience.
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.
Overview of Arbor Lake Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation
Joe Kenneth Newton Jr owns Arbor Lake Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation, a 150-bed community located on Sterlington Highway in Farmerville, Louisiana. To cover medical stays, the facility accepts traditional payment avenues such as Medicare, Medicaid, and private funds. The neighborhood is moderately walkable, so visitors can handle occasional errands on foot, though a car remains necessary for most trips around the area.
Residents stay for an average of 208 days, meaning the daily workflow balances short-term post-hospital therapy with permanent skilled nursing care. To track ongoing medical needs, the 24-hour floor staff delivers an average of 3 hours and 34 minutes of total nursing care per resident each day. This clinical framework includes specialized Alzheimer’s and dementia care, rehabilitation therapy programs, and end-of-life hospice services.
For day-to-day routines, a certified dietician structures the home-cooked meals, which can be eaten in the main dining hall or a private dining room. The physical layout features private suites, styling stations at an in-house beauty salon, and outdoor spaces. A certified activities director runs the year-round social calendar, while the facility van handles community transportation.
Interested individuals can review the specialized dementia care units, short-term physical therapy tracks, and private room vacancies. The daily routine coordinates these medical options with certified dietary menus, seasonal recreational events, and round-the-clock bedside nursing care.
Eunice Manor Nursing Home is a well-established community in Eunice, LA that has been delivering exceptional rehabilitation services for over five decades. The community consistently hires excellent people to provide their residents with top-quality care and support for their well-being. Their professional therapists work together to help residents regain their mobility, strength, and overall function to continue living the lifestyle they want for as long as possible.
For full convenience, they provide residents with a state-of-the-art rehabilitation gym that offers physical, speech, and occupational therapy services. To keep residents moving, happy, and stimulated, the community also offers an array of activities tailored for fun and enrichment. From quality care to healthy meals and delicious food, Eunice Manor has it all for a comfortable living experience.
Overview of Legacy Nursing and Rehabilitation of Tallulah
Legacy Nursing and Rehabilitation of Tallulah is a nursing home in Tallulah, Louisiana, offering hospice care, respite care, and skilled nursing. Nursing home care provides ongoing residential support, while skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Hospice care focuses on comfort for someone nearing the end of life, and respite care provides a short stay while a usual caregiver travels or recovers. The community may be a good fit for a family seeking short term relief through respite care or clinical support through skilled nursing.
The home has 156 beds, with total nurse staffing of 3 hours and 43 minutes per resident per day. This represents the combined nursing time available for each resident across a day. Payment options include Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay; Medicare generally applies to short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence. Tallulah Opco operates the community, and Chris Thornton serves as its director.
Rehabilitation services include Rehab to Home and Rehabilitative Management, giving residents therapy support intended to help with recovery and a return home when appropriate. IV Therapy and Physician Services are also part of the facility’s clinical programs. Music & Memory certification, garden and walking clubs, chapel services, yoga, Tai Chi, Jazzercise, late evening movies, virtual trips, and ethnic cuisine sampling offer structured choices for exercise, entertainment, worship, and activities.
Overview of The Columns Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
Fourth Street in Jonesville, Louisiana, is home to The Columns Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, a 140-bed care community that has been operating for 14 years. Financial transactions are processed through standard channels, including private pay, Medicare, and Medicaid. Because the local area has a Walk Score of 13, visiting families and guests will depend almost entirely on transportation vehicles.
The average length of stay is 92 days, an operational window that prioritizes temporary post-hospital recoveries and intermediate-term care over long-term residential placements. To oversee patient rehabilitation and medical needs, the 24-hour staff logs an average of 3 hours and 42 minutes of total nursing care per resident each day. This nursing footprint includes 2 hours and 28 minutes of hands-on attention from nurse aides, 47 minutes from licensed practical nurses, and 23 minutes from registered nurses.
Short-term clinical treatments take place in a dedicated on-site recovery gym where physical, speech, and occupational therapies are administered. For temporary household transitions, families can book specialized respite stays to maintain continuity of care. The building layout is structured around private and semi-private rooms that border central dayrooms and common areas built for easier interior navigation.
Prospective residents can utilize specialized physical therapy tracks, short-term rehabilitation services, and temporary respite care programs. The daily framework coordinates these clinical routines with indoor exercise, group activities, and continuous bedside medical monitoring.
Wynhoven Healthcare Center in Marrero, Louisiana, provides short-term transitional care, long-term care, and rehabilitation services. Operating since 1994, the 188-bed campus offers ongoing personal care support alongside short-term recovery options.
Daily nurse staffing averages 4 hours and 51 minutes per resident, while recent reviews show consistent compliance, keeping the citations-per-inspection rate at zero for primary health audits. Payment options include private pay alongside Medicare and Medicaid for qualifying residents.
Amenities include an onsite salon, outdoor courtyards, and a central dining hall used for seasonal events and community gatherings. Organized life enrichment programming and religious services take place regularly throughout the week.
Older adults seeking nursing or rehabilitation services in Jefferson Parish can contact the main office to schedule an onsite tour, review care programs, and discuss financial payment options.
Overview of Central Guest House Healthcare & Rehabilitation Ce
Sterling Place operates Central Guest House Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center, a 170-bed care facility on Joor Road in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Financial coverage options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. The surrounding area has a Walk Score of 36, meaning that while a few nearby places might be within walking distance, family members and visitors will generally need a car to reach the campus.
The building runs at a 92 percent occupancy rate, and residents stay for about 152 days on average, a timeframe that splits the staff’s focus between temporary post-hospital therapy and traditional long-term nursing care. To handle everyday medical needs, the 24-hour floor crew logs an average of 3 hours and 44 minutes of total nursing care per resident each day, with nurse aides providing 2 hours and 19 minutes of that time.
This clinical department manages physical rehabilitation tracks and a dedicated Alzheimer’s program, though recent state health inspections have noted operational findings involving medication management, nursing assessment practices, infection control protocols, and documentation compliance.
The facility features secure outdoor courtyards, a beauty salon, and a main dining area with a weekly dietary menu. Residents have access to Wi-Fi, cable television, a security system, and scheduled medical transport. The staff runs a recreational activities calendar, facilitates resident council meetings, and coordinates chaplain visits, while also managing all personal laundry and housekeeping tasks.
Families can research the specialized memory care programs, short-term recovery plans, and physical rehabilitation services. Shared common spaces sit close to the main dining room, hair salon, and courtyard areas.
Overview of Naomi Heights Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Naomi Heights Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is a nursing home in Alexandria, LA, offering skilled nursing. Licensed nursing care is available around the clock, while rehabilitation services support residents who need therapy during their stay. Respite care provides a short-term stay when a usual caregiver needs time to travel, recover or manage another responsibility.
The community has 139 beds, giving families a clear sense of its available capacity without implying a particular community size. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours 50 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time assigned per resident. Residents can use a salon for personal grooming and spend time outdoors in landscaped grounds with multiple pathways for walking.
Naomi Heights Nursing & Rehabilitation Center accepts Medicaid, Medicare and private pay, allowing families to consider those payment sources when planning for care. In-house religious services from local churches and chaplain services provide access to faith-based support on site. Facility-arranged transportation is also available when residents need it.
Overview of Southwind Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Southwind Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is a 112-bed nursing home in Crowley, Louisiana. Owned by Jerad Langley, the facility handles billing through Medicare, Medicaid, and private funds. The surrounding town has a Walk Score of 31, meaning visitors will depend primarily on vehicle travel to reach the property or run errands.
Stays at the community average 246 days, which reflects an operational schedule split between short-term medical rehabilitation and continuous long-term residential care. To monitor everyday health needs, the clinical staff supplies an average of 3 hours and 40 minutes of total nursing care per resident each day. The campus houses a 1,800 square-foot therapy gym dedicated to post-hospital recovery, and the facility runs localized transit services to coordinate off-site appointments.
For daily schedules, the kitchen prepares regional, Southern-style meals featuring fresh Gulf seafood. The activities department organizes structured social groups, such as the Red Hat Society and Tech Connect, alongside themed events like Music and Memory. The layout includes a beauty salon, a dedicated activity center, and multiple interior common spaces.
Families researching regional care options can review the clinical staffing schedules, specialized physical therapy setups, and community rooms. Local intake coordinators can assist directly with verifying specific insurance network rules, confirming current room openings, and setting up the initial medical intake process.
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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