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Best Nursing Homes in New Orleans, LA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 19 nursing homes in New Orleans, LA using Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in LA
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Avg Overall CMS Rating: 2.9/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in New Orleans, LA. 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: 2.1/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in New Orleans, LA. 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: 3.1/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in New Orleans, LA. 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

Compare Nursing Homes around New Orleans (Metro Area)

The information below is reported by the Louisiana Department of Health, Health Standards Section.

12 facilities compared · CMS & LA Dept. of Health data

St Anthony Community Care Center
NH
Metairie (Airline Drive)
124
Facility 124
LA AVG 113
Rank #105 / 262
59.2%
Facility 59.2%
LA AVG 71.8%
Rank #154 / 204
-18%
3.70
Facility 3.70
LA AVG 4.14
Rank #127 / 199
+49%-11%
$0
Facility $0
LA AVG $107.9k
Rank #1 / 204
16
Facility 16
LA AVG 25.7
Rank #44 / 204
2.3
Facility 2.3
LA AVG 3.9
Rank #12 / 204
-80-
56
Facility 56
LA AVG 37
Rank #74 / 368
-
$7.7M
Facility $7.7M
LA AVG $9.6M
Rank #153 / 203
$4.1M
Facility $4.1M
LA AVG $3.9M
Rank #142 / 203
53.1%
Facility 53.1%
LA AVG 42%
Rank #77 / 203
195570
Poydras Home
NH
AL
New Orleans (West Riverside)
96
Facility 96
LA AVG 113
Rank #179 / 262
67.7%
Facility 67.7%
LA AVG 71.8%
Rank #125 / 204
-6%
3.22
Facility 3.22
LA AVG 4.14
Rank #173 / 199
+28%-22%
$0
Facility $0
LA AVG $107.9k
Rank #1 / 204
25
Facility 25
LA AVG 25.7
Rank #118 / 204
4.2
Facility 4.2
LA AVG 3.9
Rank #124 / 204
-60A
92
Facility 92
LA AVG 37
Rank #3 / 368
Margaret Elizabeth Hoffmann
$5.6M
Facility $5.6M
LA AVG $9.6M
Rank #180 / 203
$3.4M
Facility $3.4M
LA AVG $3.9M
Rank #156 / 203
61.4%
Facility 61.4%
LA AVG 42%
Rank #40 / 203
195614
Touro Woldenberg Village
NH
AL
New Orleans (Algiers)
120
Facility 120
LA AVG 113
Rank #114 / 262
91.5%
Facility 91.5%
LA AVG 71.8%
Rank #23 / 204
+27%
5.45
Facility 5.45
LA AVG 4.14
Rank #6 / 199
-47%+31%
$40.2k
Facility $40.2k
LA AVG $107.9k
Rank #139 / 204
20
Facility 20
LA AVG 25.7
Rank #74 / 204
2.5
Facility 2.5
LA AVG 3.9
Rank #21 / 204
1109-
60
Facility 60
LA AVG 37
Rank #65 / 368
Woldenberg Village Inc
$12.0M
Facility $12.0M
LA AVG $9.6M
Rank #7 / 203
$3.1M
Facility $3.1M
LA AVG $3.9M
Rank #7 / 203
25.6%
Facility 25.6%
LA AVG 42%
Rank #133 / 203
195156
Chateau de Notre Dame
NH
New Orleans (Marlyville - Fontainebleau)
171
Facility 171
LA AVG 113
Rank #24 / 262
80.3%
Facility 80.3%
LA AVG 71.8%
Rank #65 / 204
+12%
4.52
Facility 4.52
LA AVG 4.14
Rank #35 / 199
+35%+9%
$0
Facility $0
LA AVG $107.9k
Rank #1 / 204
39
Facility 39
LA AVG 25.7
Rank #167 / 204
3.6
Facility 3.6
LA AVG 3.9
Rank #89 / 204
6153-
84
Facility 84
LA AVG 37
Rank #8 / 368
-
$16.1M
Facility $16.1M
LA AVG $9.6M
Rank #26 / 203
$8.8M
Facility $8.8M
LA AVG $3.9M
Rank #6 / 203
54.7%
Facility 54.7%
LA AVG 42%
Rank #60 / 203
195589
Marrero Healthcare Center
NH
Marrero (Walkertown)
105
Facility 105
LA AVG 113
Rank #152 / 262
80.4%
Facility 80.4%
LA AVG 71.8%
Rank #64 / 204
+12%
3.31
Facility 3.31
LA AVG 4.14
Rank #162 / 199
-34%-20%
$46.3k
Facility $46.3k
LA AVG $107.9k
Rank #143 / 204
17
Facility 17
LA AVG 25.7
Rank #50 / 204
3.4
Facility 3.4
LA AVG 3.9
Rank #71 / 204
287-
46
Facility 46
LA AVG 37
Rank #123 / 368
Phillip Sweeney
$9.6M
Facility $9.6M
LA AVG $9.6M
Rank #21 / 203
$3.9M
Facility $3.9M
LA AVG $3.9M
Rank #95 / 203
40.9%
Facility 40.9%
LA AVG 42%
Rank #200 / 203
195336
Wynhoven Healthcare Center
NH
AL
Marrero
188
Facility 188
LA AVG 113
Rank #14 / 262
56.2%
Facility 56.2%
LA AVG 71.8%
Rank #162 / 204
-22%
5.15
Facility 5.15
LA AVG 4.14
Rank #13 / 199
-30%+24%
$14.0k
Facility $14.0k
LA AVG $107.9k
Rank #109 / 204
19
Facility 19
LA AVG 25.7
Rank #66 / 204
3.8
Facility 3.8
LA AVG 3.9
Rank #104 / 204
1119-
71
Facility 71
LA AVG 37
Rank #25 / 368
Commcare Corporation
$11.1M
Facility $11.1M
LA AVG $9.6M
Rank #73 / 203
$6.4M
Facility $6.4M
LA AVG $3.9M
Rank #40 / 203
57.6%
Facility 57.6%
LA AVG 42%
Rank #53 / 203
195210
Ferncrest Manor
NH
RC
New Orleans (New Orleans East Area)
200
Facility 200
LA AVG 113
Rank #8 / 262
55.2%
Facility 55.2%
LA AVG 71.8%
Rank #164 / 204
-23%
2.44
Facility 2.44
LA AVG 4.14
Rank #195 / 199
+5%-41%
$402.9k
Facility $402.9k
LA AVG $107.9k
Rank #199 / 204
74
Facility 74
LA AVG 25.7
Rank #201 / 204
5.3
Facility 5.3
LA AVG 3.9
Rank #166 / 204
6129A+
0
Facility 0
LA AVG 37
Rank #352 / 368
Lexis Nunez
$9.6M
Facility $9.6M
LA AVG $9.6M
Rank #48 / 203
$6.0M
Facility $6.0M
LA AVG $3.9M
Rank #46 / 203
62.4%
Facility 62.4%
LA AVG 42%
Rank #84 / 203
195214
Our Lady of Wisdom Health Care
NH
AL
New Orleans (Old Aurora)
138
Facility 138
LA AVG 113
Rank #78 / 262
66.8%
Facility 66.8%
LA AVG 71.8%
Rank #132 / 204
-7%
4.28
Facility 4.28
LA AVG 4.14
Rank #56 / 199
-23%+3%
$33.5k
Facility $33.5k
LA AVG $107.9k
Rank #134 / 204
23
Facility 23
LA AVG 25.7
Rank #103 / 204
3.8
Facility 3.8
LA AVG 3.9
Rank #104 / 204
4128-
18
Facility 18
LA AVG 37
Rank #289 / 368
-
$10.3M
Facility $10.3M
LA AVG $9.6M
Rank #91 / 203
$6.3M
Facility $6.3M
LA AVG $3.9M
Rank #45 / 203
61.1%
Facility 61.1%
LA AVG 42%
Rank #47 / 203
195509
St. Margaret’s Family of Care
NH
AL
HC
IL
MC
RC
New Orleans (Mid-City)
112
Facility 112
LA AVG 113
Rank #136 / 262
87.4%
Facility 87.4%
LA AVG 71.8%
Rank #36 / 204
+22%
4.17
Facility 4.17
LA AVG 4.14
Rank #65 / 199
+30%+1%
$0
Facility $0
LA AVG $107.9k
Rank #1 / 204
38
Facility 38
LA AVG 25.7
Rank #165 / 204
6.3
Facility 6.3
LA AVG 3.9
Rank #192 / 204
-103A+
88
Facility 88
LA AVG 37
Rank #5 / 368
The St. Margaret's Daughters
$10.1M
Facility $10.1M
LA AVG $9.6M
Rank #42 / 203
$5.2M
Facility $5.2M
LA AVG $3.9M
Rank #85 / 203
51%
Facility 51%
LA AVG 42%
Rank #167 / 203
195437
Lafon Nursing Facility
NH
New Orleans (New Orleans East Area)
155
Facility 155
LA AVG 113
Rank #38 / 262
51.0%
Facility 51.0%
LA AVG 71.8%
Rank #179 / 204
-29%
4.05
Facility 4.05
LA AVG 4.14
Rank #79 / 199
+15%-2%
$156.7k
Facility $156.7k
LA AVG $107.9k
Rank #176 / 204
26
Facility 26
LA AVG 25.7
Rank #122 / 204
2.4
Facility 2.4
LA AVG 3.9
Rank #17 / 204
179A
42
Facility 42
LA AVG 37
Rank #151 / 368
Rosalind Barbeneaux
$6.8M
Facility $6.8M
LA AVG $9.6M
Rank #160 / 203
$5.2M
Facility $5.2M
LA AVG $3.9M
Rank #77 / 203
77.1%
Facility 77.1%
LA AVG 42%
Rank #6 / 203
195632
Audubon Retirement Village
NH
AL
New Orleans (Audubon)
142
Facility 142
LA AVG 113
Rank #69 / 262
75.8%
Facility 75.8%
LA AVG 71.8%
Rank #88 / 204
+6%
5.06
Facility 5.06
LA AVG 4.14
Rank #13 / 199
-6%+22%
$0
Facility $0
LA AVG $107.9k
Rank #1 / 204
8
Facility 8
LA AVG 25.7
Rank #9 / 204
2.7
Facility 2.7
LA AVG 3.9
Rank #31 / 204
-110-
73
Facility 73
LA AVG 37
Rank #20 / 368
Ayame Dinkler
$14.2M
Facility $14.2M
LA AVG $9.6M
Rank #62 / 203
$0.0k
Facility $0.0k
LA AVG $3.9M
Rank #105 / 203
0%
Facility 0%
LA AVG 42%
Rank #155 / 203
195638
Jo Ellen Smith Convalescent Center
NH
HC
MC
PC
RC
New Orleans (Orleans Parish)
108
Facility 108
LA AVG 113
Rank #146 / 262
69.5%
Facility 69.5%
LA AVG 71.8%
Rank #115 / 204
-3%
3.39
Facility 3.39
LA AVG 4.14
Rank #158 / 199
-57%-18%
$0
Facility $0
LA AVG $107.9k
Rank #1 / 204
16
Facility 16
LA AVG 25.7
Rank #44 / 204
2.0
Facility 2.0
LA AVG 3.9
Rank #3 / 204
-125-
47
Facility 47
LA AVG 37
Rank #116 / 368
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$15.7M
Facility $15.7M
LA AVG $9.6M
Rank #35 / 203
$6.3M
Facility $6.3M
LA AVG $3.9M
Rank #43 / 203
40.4%
Facility 40.4%
LA AVG 42%
Rank #109 / 203
195204
Overview of St Anthony Community Care Center

Based in the neighborhood of Metairie, LA, St Anthony Community Care Center is a reliable senior care provider, offering excellent short-term and long-term care services to residents who need to regain their function or recover from certain conditions or hospitalization. The community provides its residents with a warm and caring atmosphere that encourages strong bonds and connection between residents and the community’s reliable care team. Here, residents thrive with having support with their daily routines and access to an array of services.

Residents are inspired to participate in a wide variety of activities and programs for their life enrichment and enjoy the community’s multitude of amenities, from salon services and fitness centers, to cafes and libraries. The community also offers a fully equipped rehabilitation gym with physical therapists, occupational therapists and speech therapists to ensure residents are provided with the recovery services they need. As a non-profit community, St Anthony Community Care Center guarantees that their priority is nothing else but residents’ well-being.

Contact St Anthony Community Care Center

Overview of Lambeth House Retirement Community

On Broadway Street in New Orleans’s Black Pearl neighborhood, Lambeth House Retirement Community occupies a 12-story building with a view of the Mississippi River. It’s a life plan community, meaning it carries independent living, assisted living, and nursing home care under one roof, designed for residents who expect to age in place across multiple levels of care.

Admission requires being in good health at the time of move-in, and the minimum age is 62. Cayla Scott Kennedy is the administrator.

Apartments run from one to three bedrooms across 683 to 1,350 square feet. Housekeeping, linen service, and utilities come included. Licensed nurses and CNAs staff the building around the clock alongside rehabilitation and home care services, with an emergency call-and-response system and secured perimeter. The community holds a LeadingAge membership.

Dining spans a restaurant, bistro, and private dining room, with a flexible plan that lets residents choose between lunch and dinner. The programming calendar runs cultural, educational, and wellness offerings: concerts, lectures, and organized outings to local spots. Named programs include the Leadership program and The Lambeth Literary Journal. Religious services and volunteer programs round out the community calendar.

Walk Score 50 puts the Black Pearl location in moderately walkable territory. Lambeth House is state-licensed, not CMS-certified, which means Medicare and Medicaid don’t apply here; it operates on private terms under Louisiana’s regulatory framework for continuing care communities.

Lambeth House is a campus-style life plan community with a defined entry profile, broad on-site care infrastructure, and a program mix that signals a resident population oriented toward cultural engagement and long-term community investment.

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Poydras Home

5354 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70115
Overview of Poydras Home

Age gracefully at Poydras Home, a distinguished community in New Orleans, LA, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing care, adult day care, and in-home care. Committed to improving residents’ quality of life, a compassionate and well-trained team provides exceptional care tailored to their unique needs 24/7. Residents have hassle-free living with the community helping with housekeeping and other chores.

Here, residents will not run out of things to do with a carefully curated calendar of exciting events and engaging programs that highlight their interests and capabilities. Delightful and healthy meals are also served daily in multiple dining venues to meet residents’ nutritional needs and preferences. The community’s nurturing and welcoming environment creates the ideal setting for residents to live their golden years comfortably.

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Overview of Lambeth House Retirement Community – Independent & Assisted Living

Lambeth House Retirement Community – Independent Living & Assisted Living is a life plan community in New Orleans, LA, offering independent living and assisted living. With a 12-story main building overlooking the Mississippi River, the community features a variety of apartments. 24-hour assistance with daily living activities, three meals daily, housekeeping, laundry, and scheduled transportation are among the exceptional services provided to help residents live maintenance-free. Dedicated to helping residents live independently, the community maintains a lively environment while providing personalized care plans.

Fitness programs and plenty of entertainment options ensure residents can focus on their holistic well-being. An activity center, a library, and an emergency call system are among the on-site amenities available for residents’ leisure and safety. Located along the Mississippi River, near public transportation, a farmers market, and parks, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. This retirement community is a trusted option for senior living in Louisiana, particularly with its thoughtfully designed amenities and comprehensive care plans.

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Overview of Laurel Senior Living

Surrounded by convenient local amenities in New Orleans, LA, Laurel Senior Living is a trusted community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. With its’ dedication to residents’ welfare, the community features a one-of-a-kind all-female memory care community to ensure the safety of those with cognitive conditions. A respectful and well-trained team also provides top-notch care tailored to residents’ unique needs 24/7.

Encouraging residents to live actively and make new friends, a thoughtfully curated calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs is conducted. Mealtimes promote social interactions and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and healthy dining options. With its wide range of services and beautiful amenities, residents can ease their worries and make every moment of their golden years count.

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Overview of Touro Woldenberg Village

Experience the best of your golden years at Touro Woldenberg Village, an idyllic retreat in New Orleans, LA, offering independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing. With a variety of specially designed and spacious accommodations, residents can rest assured of finding the right one for their needs and preferences. Residents also receive exceptional care for their ever-changing needs from a kind and highly trained team available around the clock.

With a well-thought-out calendar of stimulating programs and exciting events, residents are encouraged to live actively and make new friends. Housekeeping, laundry, meal services, and group transportation are also provided for residents’ convenience. The community also provides a 24-hour emergency response system and medication monitoring to keep residents safe. Residents live a worry-free retirement amidst the community’s nurturing and friendly setting.

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Overview of Chateau De Notre Dame

For over 40 years, Chateau De Notre Dame has maintained a level of elegance and professional service. Chateau residents are composed of independent living, assisted living, and memory care residents who are equally given the same amount of dignified and respected service. They create an environment where residents continuously still grow as individuals in a nurturing environment that ensures maximizing each and everyone’s quality of life. Chateau De Notre Dame maintains a lifestyle of exceptional senior living for their residents while being in commune with God. 
Chateau De Notre Dame is a ministry of the Archdiocese of New Orleans, hence also known as the Notre Dame Health System. Life at Chateau is centered on convenience and individuality; they offer a list of stimulating activities and programs like book clubs, film viewings, and religious activities. They also provide skilled nursing and rehabilitation services for seniors in need. Highlighted community amenities include private or semi-private rooms, 24-hour reception, a beauty salon, a multimedia room, and a courtyard– to name a few of the features Chateau proudly offers.

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Overview of Woldenberg Village

Willow Wood at Woldenberg Village is a 120-bed nursing home in New Orleans, LA, that offers memory care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation. The community also encourages older adults to bring personal items to foster comfort and familiarity. With medical services, 24-hour security, and nutrition management, residents receive the utmost attention and care. Understanding residents’ needs and habits, the community provides personalized care plans.

Planned activities promote social interactions and learning among residents, ensuring they can stay active. Dedicated to residents’ leisure and wellness, spacious communal areas and thoughtfully designed rooms are available. Residents also have a stress-free retirement, as it is conveniently located in the lively residential area of New Orleans. This nursing home strives to help older adults live to their potential, making it one of the best choices for senior living in Louisiana.

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Overview of Bayside Healthcare Center

Bayside Healthcare Center is a skilled nursing facility at 3201 Wall Boulevard in Gretna, Louisiana. Serving Jefferson Parish, the center is operated by Hometown Healthcare Management and accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

The facility holds a 2-star overall CMS rating, with a 2-star quality measures sub-rating that aligns with the state average. The staffing sub-rating is 1 star; total adjusted nursing hours are 3 hours and 8 minutes per resident per day, which is 18% below the Louisiana average. RN coverage is 10 minutes per day—47% below the state benchmark—and all six tracked staffing metrics fall below Louisiana averages.

The Louisiana Department of Health, Health Standards Section, oversees inspections. Bayside holds a 3-star health inspection sub-rating and maintains a citations-per-inspection rate of 4.0. A September 2025 survey cited deficiencies including improper infection control during wound care, inadequate labeling of enteral feeding equipment, and significant pest control issues in resident rooms and dining areas. Current occupancy is 57.1%, which is below the state average of 71.8%.

Service programs include physical, occupational, and speech therapies, as well as memory care and respite services. The facility serves a predominantly long-term care population, with an average stay of 306 days. Programming includes arts, crafts, and outdoor walking. Since specific monthly rates and ancillary fees are not provided in public reports, families should request a current fee schedule during a facility tour.

Families seeking a facility with available capacity and broad care offerings may find this environment appropriate. Those evaluating the center should weigh the low staffing ratings and the environmental findings from the most recent inspection alongside an in-person visit before making a placement decision.

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Overview of Marrero Healthcare Center

Marrero Healthcare Center is one of the premier nursing home communities in the city. The beautiful nursing home boasts a dedicated team of professionals who can go above and beyond for its residents. Compassion is at the heart of their resident-centered service; so seniors can feel comfortable and secure in a friendly environment with a home-like setting. Marrero ensures that they provide attentive care that offers a sense of comfort and belonging to the residents. 
Community services include 24-hour nursing care, stimulating activities, engaging social activities and programs; with therapy services that include speech, occupational, and physical; as well as wound care, advanced respiratory care, and restorative programming– among many others. Individualized care and long-term care are also offered to provide maximum care to unique seniors. 

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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
Full methodology

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
01

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
02

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
03

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
04

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
05

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 New Orleans, LA

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 19 nursing homes in New Orleans, LA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in New Orleans, LA?

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 New Orleans, LA, 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 New Orleans, LA?

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.