Best Nursing Homes in Louisiana

Updated May 2026

We analyzed 346 homes in Louisiana

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Louisiana Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

Government Data for Nursing Homes in Louisiana: Salaries, Revenues, Occupancy Rates, Ownership.

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49 facilities compared · CMS & LA Dept. of Health data · Updated May 2026

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St Anthony Community Care Center	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Metairie (Airline Drive)	124	59.2% Facility 59.2% LA AVG 71.8% Rank #152 / 191	-18%	3.70 Facility 3.70 LA AVG 4.14 Rank #111 / 187	+76%	-11%	0 Facility 0 LA AVG 1.2	16 Facility 16 LA AVG 25.7 Rank #45 / 191	2.3 Facility 2.3 LA AVG 3.9 Rank #9 / 191	- Facility - LA AVG 1.5	76	-	56 Facility 56 LA AVG 36 Rank #18 / 74	-	$7.8M Facility $7.8M LA AVG $9.6M Rank #135 / 191	$3.6M Facility $3.6M LA AVG $3.9M Rank #106 / 191	45.6% Facility 45.6% LA AVG 42% Rank #56 / 191	195570
Eunice Manor	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).	Eunice (Us 190)	152	53.3% Facility 53.3% LA AVG 71.8% Rank #172 / 191	-26%	3.58 Facility 3.58 LA AVG 4.14 Rank #121 / 187	+56%	-14%	0 Facility 0 LA AVG 1.2	4 Facility 4 LA AVG 25.7 Rank #1 / 191	2.0 Facility 2.0 LA AVG 3.9 Rank #2 / 191	- Facility - LA AVG 1.5	76	-	5 Facility 5 LA AVG 36 Rank #71 / 74	The Madeline Ann Reed Montelaro Trust	$7.0M Facility $7.0M LA AVG $9.6M Rank #143 / 191	$3.2M Facility $3.2M LA AVG $3.9M Rank #130 / 191	45.8% Facility 45.8% LA AVG 42% Rank #56 / 191	195547
Landmark of Baton Rouge	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Baton Rouge (Oxford Place Drive)	144	73.6% Facility 73.6% LA AVG 71.8% Rank #97 / 191	+3%	4.33 Facility 4.33 LA AVG 4.14 Rank #49 / 187	-34%	+4%	1 Facility 1 LA AVG 1.2	16 Facility 16 LA AVG 25.7 Rank #45 / 191	3.2 Facility 3.2 LA AVG 3.9 Rank #57 / 191	- Facility - LA AVG 1.5	120	-	21 Facility 21 LA AVG 36 Rank #53 / 74	Mallory Hayden	$9.4M Facility $9.4M LA AVG $9.6M Rank #89 / 191	$4.7M Facility $4.7M LA AVG $3.9M Rank #45 / 191	50.1% Facility 50.1% LA AVG 42% Rank #26 / 191	195494
Christwood Retirement Community	IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).	Covington	34	78.7% Facility 78.7% LA AVG 71.8% Rank #72 / 191	+10%	4.81 Facility 4.81 LA AVG 4.14 Rank #15 / 187	-30%	+16%	0 Facility 0 LA AVG 1.2	5 Facility 5 LA AVG 25.7 Rank #2 / 191	2.5 Facility 2.5 LA AVG 3.9 Rank #20 / 191	- Facility - LA AVG 1.5	25	-	21 Facility 21 LA AVG 36 Rank #53 / 74	Greenbriar	$28.1M Facility $28.1M LA AVG $9.6M Rank #129 / 191	$10.4M Facility $10.4M LA AVG $3.9M Rank #1 / 191	36.8% Facility 36.8% LA AVG 42% Rank #1 / 191	195381
Zachary Manor Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, LLC	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.	Zachary	110	62.5% Facility 62.5% LA AVG 71.8% Rank #143 / 191	-13%	3.92 Facility 3.92 LA AVG 4.14 Rank #89 / 187	-43%	-5%	0 Facility 0 LA AVG 1.2	14 Facility 14 LA AVG 25.7 Rank #32 / 191	3.5 Facility 3.5 LA AVG 3.9 Rank #76 / 191	- Facility - LA AVG 1.5	69	A+	41 Facility 41 LA AVG 36 Rank #32 / 74	Kistachie Corporation	$8.3M Facility $8.3M LA AVG $9.6M Rank #120 / 191	$4.0M Facility $4.0M LA AVG $3.9M Rank #76 / 191	48.9% Facility 48.9% LA AVG 42% Rank #33 / 191	195362
Cypress Point Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, LLC	AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).	Bossier City (Airline Drive)	142	87.9% Facility 87.9% LA AVG 71.8% Rank #33 / 191	+22%	4.25 Facility 4.25 LA AVG 4.14 Rank #57 / 187	+62%	+2%	0 Facility 0 LA AVG 1.2	9 Facility 9 LA AVG 25.7 Rank #10 / 191	3.0 Facility 3.0 LA AVG 3.9 Rank #40 / 191	- Facility - LA AVG 1.5	138	-	16 Facility 16 LA AVG 36 Rank #61 / 74	Larry Tucker	$18.1M Facility $18.1M LA AVG $9.6M Rank #11 / 191	$6.9M Facility $6.9M LA AVG $3.9M Rank #9 / 191	38.1% Facility 38.1% LA AVG 42% Rank #117 / 191	195452
Southern Hills Healthcare and Rehabilitation	MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary. NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).	Shreveport (Hyde Park, Brookwood, Southern Hills)	101	73.3% Facility 73.3% LA AVG 71.8% Rank #102 / 191	+2%	4.47 Facility 4.47 LA AVG 4.14 Rank #32 / 187	+38%	+8%	2 Facility 2 LA AVG 1.2	24 Facility 24 LA AVG 25.7 Rank #110 / 191	3.4 Facility 3.4 LA AVG 3.9 Rank #68 / 191	4 Facility 4 LA AVG 1.5	74	-	34 Facility 34 LA AVG 36 Rank #38 / 74	Chelsea Bundick	$6.8M Facility $6.8M LA AVG $9.6M Rank #147 / 191	$3.3M Facility $3.3M LA AVG $3.9M Rank #127 / 191	48.3% Facility 48.3% LA AVG 42% Rank #38 / 191	195519
St. James Place	AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).	Baton Rouge (Highlands/Perkins)	64	89.3% Facility 89.3% LA AVG 71.8% Rank #27 / 191	+24%	5.43 Facility 5.43 LA AVG 4.14 Rank #4 / 187	-3%	+31%	1 Facility 1 LA AVG 1.2	21 Facility 21 LA AVG 25.7 Rank #79 / 191	5.3 Facility 5.3 LA AVG 3.9 Rank #150 / 191	3 Facility 3 LA AVG 1.5	53	A+	66 Facility 66 LA AVG 36 Rank #10 / 74	Gary Field	$32.0M Facility $32.0M LA AVG $9.6M Rank #163 / 191	$6.6M Facility $6.6M LA AVG $3.9M Rank #15 / 191	20.7% Facility 20.7% LA AVG 42% Rank #3 / 191	195410
Heritage Manor of Bossier	AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).	Bossier City (Southern Terrace)	64	87.2% Facility 87.2% LA AVG 71.8% Rank #36 / 191	+21%	3.37 Facility 3.37 LA AVG 4.14 Rank #143 / 187	-25%	-19%	1 Facility 1 LA AVG 1.2	61 Facility 61 LA AVG 25.7 Rank #180 / 191	6.8 Facility 6.8 LA AVG 3.9 Rank #179 / 191	2 Facility 2 LA AVG 1.5	57	-	67 Facility 67 LA AVG 36 Rank #8 / 74	Centennial Healthcare Holding Co. LLC	$6.4M Facility $6.4M LA AVG $9.6M Rank #153 / 191	$2.0M Facility $2.0M LA AVG $3.9M Rank #176 / 191	31.9% Facility 31.9% LA AVG 42% Rank #165 / 191	195323
Pilgrim Manor Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation	AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.	Bossier City	155	74.7% Facility 74.7% LA AVG 71.8% Rank #91 / 191	+4%	2.44 Facility 2.44 LA AVG 4.14 Rank #184 / 187	-58%	-41%	4 Facility 4 LA AVG 1.2	21 Facility 21 LA AVG 25.7 Rank #79 / 191	2.6 Facility 2.6 LA AVG 3.9 Rank #28 / 191	6 Facility 6 LA AVG 1.5	126	A+	67 Facility 67 LA AVG 36 Rank #8 / 74	James Almond	$13.6M Facility $13.6M LA AVG $9.6M Rank #33 / 191	$3.9M Facility $3.9M LA AVG $3.9M Rank #83 / 191	28.8% Facility 28.8% LA AVG 42% Rank #174 / 191	195594
St. Joseph‘s Assisted Living	AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary. NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.	Monroe (Breard)	130	55.0% Facility 55.0% LA AVG 71.8% Rank #165 / 191	-23%	3.78 Facility 3.78 LA AVG 4.14 Rank #103 / 187	+115%	-9%	0 Facility 0 LA AVG 1.2	55 Facility 55 LA AVG 25.7 Rank #175 / 191	5.5 Facility 5.5 LA AVG 3.9 Rank #156 / 191	- Facility - LA AVG 1.5	79	-	42 Facility 42 LA AVG 36 Rank #27 / 74	Cantex Health Care Centers II LLC	$12.5M Facility $12.5M LA AVG $9.6M Rank #39 / 191	$3.9M Facility $3.9M LA AVG $3.9M Rank #88 / 191	30.9% Facility 30.9% LA AVG 42% Rank #173 / 191	195359
Landmark South Nursing and Rehabilitation Center	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Baton Rouge (Saint George)	144	93.8% Facility 93.8% LA AVG 71.8% Rank #8 / 191	+31%	3.87 Facility 3.87 LA AVG 4.14 Rank #89 / 187	-25%	-7%	1 Facility 1 LA AVG 1.2	12 Facility 12 LA AVG 25.7 Rank #20 / 191	2.4 Facility 2.4 LA AVG 3.9 Rank #14 / 191	1 Facility 1 LA AVG 1.5	142	A+	38 Facility 38 LA AVG 36 Rank #34 / 74	James Smith	$12.2M Facility $12.2M LA AVG $9.6M Rank #42 / 191	$6.0M Facility $6.0M LA AVG $3.9M Rank #23 / 191	48.9% Facility 48.9% LA AVG 42% Rank #30 / 191	195480
Heritage Manor Stratmore Nursing & Rehabilitation Center	MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.	Shreveport (Springlake, University Terrace)	142	84.2% Facility 84.2% LA AVG 71.8% Rank #53 / 191	+17%	3.52 Facility 3.52 LA AVG 4.14 Rank #132 / 187	+10%	-15%	0 Facility 0 LA AVG 1.2	6 Facility 6 LA AVG 25.7 Rank #4 / 191	3.0 Facility 3.0 LA AVG 3.9 Rank #40 / 191	- Facility - LA AVG 1.5	129	A+	11 Facility 11 LA AVG 36 Rank #66 / 74	Catherine Day	$10.9M Facility $10.9M LA AVG $9.6M Rank #60 / 191	$4.6M Facility $4.6M LA AVG $3.9M Rank #56 / 191	42% Facility 42% LA AVG 42% Rank #81 / 191	195486
The Gardens Assisted Living	AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).	Lake Charles	60	66.5% Facility 66.5% LA AVG 71.8% Rank #131 / 191	-7%	4.81 Facility 4.81 LA AVG 4.14 Rank #15 / 187	-61%	+16%	1 Facility 1 LA AVG 1.2	16 Facility 16 LA AVG 25.7 Rank #45 / 191	2.7 Facility 2.7 LA AVG 3.9 Rank #32 / 191	1 Facility 1 LA AVG 1.5	41	A+	14 Facility 14 LA AVG 36 Rank #64 / 74	Justin Wilcoxon	$6.8M Facility $6.8M LA AVG $9.6M Rank #144 / 191	$2.9M Facility $2.9M LA AVG $3.9M Rank #142 / 191	42.4% Facility 42.4% LA AVG 42% Rank #78 / 191	195636
Grand Cove Nursing & Rehabilitation Center	MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary. NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).	Lake Charles	109	79.3% Facility 79.3% LA AVG 71.8% Rank #70 / 191	+10%	3.56 Facility 3.56 LA AVG 4.14 Rank #121 / 187	-8%	-14%	2 Facility 2 LA AVG 1.2	21 Facility 21 LA AVG 25.7 Rank #79 / 191	3.5 Facility 3.5 LA AVG 3.9 Rank #76 / 191	2 Facility 2 LA AVG 1.5	85	A+	36 Facility 36 LA AVG 36 Rank #35 / 74	Tracy Beebe	$8.2M Facility $8.2M LA AVG $9.6M Rank #127 / 191	$3.8M Facility $3.8M LA AVG $3.9M Rank #90 / 191	46.8% Facility 46.8% LA AVG 42% Rank #43 / 191	195376

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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

Environment

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

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

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

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

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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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 109 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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