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Best Nursing Homes in New Orleans, LA

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated Mar 2026
We analyzed 13 homes in New Orleans, LA

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

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12 facilities compared · CMS & LA Dept. of Health data · Updated Apr 2026

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St Anthony Community Care Center
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).

Metairie
124
59.2%
Facility 59.2%
LA AVG 71.8%
Rank #158 / 199
-18%
3.70
Facility 3.70
LA AVG 4.14
Rank #116 / 195
+76%
-11%
0
Facility 0
LA AVG 1.2
16
Facility 16
LA AVG
2.3
Facility 2.3
LA AVG 3.9
0
Facility 0
LA AVG 1.5
76
-
56
Facility 56
LA AVG 36
Rank #20 / 81
-
$7.8M
Facility $7.8M
LA AVG $9.6M
Rank #142 / 199
$3.6M
Facility $3.6M
LA AVG $3.9M
Rank #112 / 199
45.8%
Facility 45.8%
LA AVG 42%
Rank #57 / 199
195570
Touro Woldenberg Village
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.

New Orleans (Algiers)
120
91.5%
Facility 91.5%
LA AVG 71.8%
Rank #18 / 199
+27%
5.45
Facility 5.45
LA AVG 4.14
Rank #4 / 195
-69%
+31%
1
Facility 1
LA AVG 1.2
20
Facility 20
LA AVG
2.5
Facility 2.5
LA AVG 3.9
1
Facility 1
LA AVG 1.5
111
-
60
Facility 60
LA AVG 36
Rank #16 / 81
Woldenberg Village Inc
$15.0M
Facility $15.0M
LA AVG $9.6M
Rank #26 / 199
$1.9M
Facility $1.9M
LA AVG $3.9M
Rank #192 / 199
12.4%
Facility 12.4%
LA AVG 42%
Rank #198 / 199
195156
Bayside Healthcare 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.

Gretna
151
57.1%
Facility 57.1%
LA AVG 71.8%
Rank #167 / 199
-20%
3.13
Facility 3.13
LA AVG 4.14
Rank #173 / 195
-12%
-24%
0
Facility 0
LA AVG 1.2
21
Facility 21
LA AVG
4.2
Facility 4.2
LA AVG 3.9
0
Facility 0
LA AVG 1.5
95
-
17
Facility 17
LA AVG 36
Rank #66 / 81
Hometown Healthcare Management
$8.4M
Facility $8.4M
LA AVG $9.6M
Rank #122 / 199
$3.7M
Facility $3.7M
LA AVG $3.9M
Rank #105 / 199
43.5%
Facility 43.5%
LA AVG 42%
Rank #71 / 199
195309
Marrero Healthcare 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.

Marrero
105
80.4%
Facility 80.4%
LA AVG 71.8%
Rank #70 / 199
+12%
3.31
Facility 3.31
LA AVG 4.14
Rank #157 / 195
-32%
-20%
1
Facility 1
LA AVG 1.2
17
Facility 17
LA AVG
3.4
Facility 3.4
LA AVG 3.9
2
Facility 2
LA AVG 1.5
87
-
46
Facility 46
LA AVG 36
Rank #27 / 81
Sweeney, Phillip
$16.2M
Facility $16.2M
LA AVG $9.6M
Rank #19 / 199
$3.4M
Facility $3.4M
LA AVG $3.9M
Rank #121 / 199
21.1%
Facility 21.1%
LA AVG 42%
Rank #195 / 199
195336
Wynhoven Healthcare 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.

Marrero
188
56.2%
Facility 56.2%
LA AVG 71.8%
Rank #170 / 199
-22%
5.15
Facility 5.15
LA AVG 4.14
Rank #10 / 195
-54%
+24%
1
Facility 1
LA AVG 1.2
19
Facility 19
LA AVG
3.8
Facility 3.8
LA AVG 3.9
1
Facility 1
LA AVG 1.5
101
-
71
Facility 71
LA AVG 36
Rank #6 / 81
Commcare Corporation
$10.8M
Facility $10.8M
LA AVG $9.6M
Rank #64 / 199
$5.5M
Facility $5.5M
LA AVG $3.9M
Rank #33 / 199
50.9%
Facility 50.9%
LA AVG 42%
Rank #25 / 199
195210
Ferncrest 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).

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.

New Orleans (New Orleans East Area)
200
55.2%
Facility 55.2%
LA AVG 71.8%
Rank #172 / 199
-23%
2.44
Facility 2.44
LA AVG 4.14
Rank #192 / 195
+23%
-41%
3
Facility 3
LA AVG 1.2
74
Facility 74
LA AVG
5.3
Facility 5.3
LA AVG 3.9
6
Facility 6
LA AVG 1.5
114
A+
0
Facility 0
LA AVG 36
Nunez, Lexis
$9.7M
Facility $9.7M
LA AVG $9.6M
Rank #87 / 199
$5.0M
Facility $5.0M
LA AVG $3.9M
Rank #41 / 199
51.1%
Facility 51.1%
LA AVG 42%
Rank #23 / 199
195214
Our Lady of Wisdom Health Care
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.

New Orleans (Old Aurora)
138
66.8%
Facility 66.8%
LA AVG 71.8%
Rank #135 / 199
-7%
4.28
Facility 4.28
LA AVG 4.14
Rank #51 / 195
-43%
+3%
1
Facility 1
LA AVG 1.2
23
Facility 23
LA AVG
3.8
Facility 3.8
LA AVG 3.9
4
Facility 4
LA AVG 1.5
131
-
18
Facility 18
LA AVG 36
Rank #64 / 81
-
$10.1M
Facility $10.1M
LA AVG $9.6M
Rank #77 / 199
$5.4M
Facility $5.4M
LA AVG $3.9M
Rank #35 / 199
53.2%
Facility 53.2%
LA AVG 42%
Rank #17 / 199
195509
St. Margaret’s Family of Care
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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

New Orleans (Mid-City)
112
87.4%
Facility 87.4%
LA AVG 71.8%
Rank #37 / 199
+22%
4.17
Facility 4.17
LA AVG 4.14
Rank #61 / 195
-14%
+1%
0
Facility 0
LA AVG 1.2
38
Facility 38
LA AVG
6.3
Facility 6.3
LA AVG 3.9
0
Facility 0
LA AVG 1.5
97
A+
88
Facility 88
LA AVG 36
Rank #1 / 81
The St. Margaret's Daughters
$12.0M
Facility $12.0M
LA AVG $9.6M
Rank #47 / 199
$4.5M
Facility $4.5M
LA AVG $3.9M
Rank #67 / 199
37.3%
Facility 37.3%
LA AVG 42%
Rank #128 / 199
195437
Lafon Nursing Facility
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).

New Orleans (New Orleans East Area)
155
51.0%
Facility 51.0%
LA AVG 71.8%
Rank #179 / 199
-29%
4.05
Facility 4.05
LA AVG 4.14
Rank #74 / 195
+23%
-2%
1
Facility 1
LA AVG 1.2
26
Facility 26
LA AVG
2.4
Facility 2.4
LA AVG 3.9
1
Facility 1
LA AVG 1.5
77
A
42
Facility 42
LA AVG 36
Rank #30 / 81
Barbeneaux, Rosalind
$6.8M
Facility $6.8M
LA AVG $9.6M
Rank #153 / 199
$4.7M
Facility $4.7M
LA AVG $3.9M
Rank #55 / 199
69%
Facility 69%
LA AVG 42%
Rank #6 / 199
195632
Audubon Retirement Village
-
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.

New Orleans (Audubon)
-
-
Facility -
LA AVG 71.8%
-
-
Facility -
LA AVG 4.14
-
-
-
-
-
0
Facility 0
LA AVG 1.2
0
Facility 0
LA AVG
0.0
Facility 0.0
LA AVG 3.9
0
Facility 0
LA AVG 1.5
-
-
73
Facility 73
LA AVG 36
-
-
Facility -
LA AVG $9.6M
-
Facility -
LA AVG $3.9M
-
Facility -
LA AVG 42%
-
St Jude’s Health & Wellness 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).

New Orleans (Touro)
-
-
Facility -
LA AVG 71.8%
-
-
Facility -
LA AVG 4.14
-
-
-
-
-
0
Facility 0
LA AVG 1.2
0
Facility 0
LA AVG
0.0
Facility 0.0
LA AVG 3.9
0
Facility 0
LA AVG 1.5
-
-
90
Facility 90
LA AVG 36
-
-
Facility -
LA AVG $9.6M
-
Facility -
LA AVG $3.9M
-
Facility -
LA AVG 42%
-
Jo Ellen Smith Convalescent 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.

New Orleans
180
69.5%
Facility 69.5%
LA AVG 71.8%
Rank #118 / 199
-3%
3.39
Facility 3.39
LA AVG 4.14
Rank #148 / 195
-52%
-18%
1
Facility 1
LA AVG 1.2
16
Facility 16
LA AVG
2.0
Facility 2.0
LA AVG 3.9
0
Facility 0
LA AVG 1.5
129
-
-
Facility -
LA AVG 36
Fbgm, L.l.c.
$13.2M
Facility $13.2M
LA AVG $9.6M
Rank #34 / 199
$5.7M
Facility $5.7M
LA AVG $3.9M
Rank #29 / 199
42.8%
Facility 42.8%
LA AVG 42%
Rank #79 / 199
195204
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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.

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.

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Accept Medicaid: Yes

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Total Residents: 124

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Building Type: Single-story

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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.

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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Housing Options: 2 Bed

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Building Type: 2-story

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Bayside Healthcare Center is one of most trusted senior living community in New Orleans; they have strived in offering wonderful and comprehensive accommodations for seniors with respect and dignity. The nursing home has maintained a high-quality standard of service delivered with compassion. Bayside Healthcare Center is sure to be home with endless possibilities waiting to be discovered. 
Lifestyle at Bayside is centered on convenience and individuality for maximum function; to name a few of their services include a list of stimulating activities and programs like arts and crafts, social activities, and outdoor walking. They also provide other healthcare programs such as occupational, speech, and physical therapy. 

Overview of Bayside Healthcare Center

Bayside Healthcare Center is one of most trusted senior living community in New Orleans; they have strived in offering wonderful and comprehensive accommodations for seniors with respect and dignity. The nursing home has maintained a high-quality standard of service delivered with compassion. Bayside Healthcare Center is sure to be home with endless possibilities waiting to be discovered. 
Lifestyle at Bayside is centered on convenience and individuality for maximum function; to name a few of their services include a list of stimulating activities and programs like arts and crafts, social activities, and outdoor walking. They also provide other healthcare programs such as occupational, speech, and physical therapy. 

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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. 

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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Sister of Our Lady of Wisdom Health Care, Wynhoven Healthcare Center also has maintained a level of elegance and professional service. The senior living community offers service for independent living, assisted living, and memory care residents who are equally given the same amount of dignified and respected service. As a Notre Dame Healthcare member, Wynhoven creates an environment where residents continuously still grow as individuals in a nurturing environment that ensures maximizing each and everyone’s quality of life in Christ-like care. 
Its nursing services is a results-driven approach that ensures residents in need of rehabilitative care and skilled nursing are able to have a speedy recovery. They ensure that services and activities are able to stimulate the physical, emotional, and mental needs of its residents. 

Overview of Wynhoven Healthcare Center

Sister of Our Lady of Wisdom Health Care, Wynhoven Healthcare Center also has maintained a level of elegance and professional service. The senior living community offers service for independent living, assisted living, and memory care residents who are equally given the same amount of dignified and respected service. As a Notre Dame Healthcare member, Wynhoven creates an environment where residents continuously still grow as individuals in a nurturing environment that ensures maximizing each and everyone’s quality of life in Christ-like care. 
Its nursing services is a results-driven approach that ensures residents in need of rehabilitative care and skilled nursing are able to have a speedy recovery. They ensure that services and activities are able to stimulate the physical, emotional, and mental needs of its residents. 

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Ferncrest Manor Living Center is a nursing home that excels in providing quality-care. The nursing home is committed to assisting its residents with their everyday living in a way that’s hassle-free and rewarding. Ferncrest practices its person-centered approach with enriching activities that contribute to a high success rate for recovery.  
Nursing home residents receive quality therapy and other specific treatment plans that also can protect and serve the needs of its seniors. Personal care and assistance with everyday living are supported by the staff. Residents are encouraged to take part in stimulating social activities such as art and crafts, bingo, card games, and field trips. 

Overview of Ferncrest Manor

Ferncrest Manor Living Center is a nursing home that excels in providing quality-care. The nursing home is committed to assisting its residents with their everyday living in a way that’s hassle-free and rewarding. Ferncrest practices its person-centered approach with enriching activities that contribute to a high success rate for recovery.  
Nursing home residents receive quality therapy and other specific treatment plans that also can protect and serve the needs of its seniors. Personal care and assistance with everyday living are supported by the staff. Residents are encouraged to take part in stimulating social activities such as art and crafts, bingo, card games, and field trips. 

Contact Ferncrest Manor

Our Lady of Wisdom Health Care has maintained a level of elegance and professional service. The senior living community offers service for independent living, assisted living, and memory care residents who are equally given the same amount of dignified and respected service. Our Lady of Widsom creates an environment where residents continuously still grow as individuals in a nurturing environment that ensures maximizing each and everyone’s quality of life in Christ-like care. 
Its nursing services is a results-driven approach that ensures residents in need of rehabilitative care and skilled nursing are able to have a speedy recovery. They ensure that services and activities are able to stimulate the physical, emotional, and mental needs of its residents. 

Overview of Our Lady of Wisdom Health Care

Our Lady of Wisdom Health Care has maintained a level of elegance and professional service. The senior living community offers service for independent living, assisted living, and memory care residents who are equally given the same amount of dignified and respected service. Our Lady of Widsom creates an environment where residents continuously still grow as individuals in a nurturing environment that ensures maximizing each and everyone’s quality of life in Christ-like care. 
Its nursing services is a results-driven approach that ensures residents in need of rehabilitative care and skilled nursing are able to have a speedy recovery. They ensure that services and activities are able to stimulate the physical, emotional, and mental needs of its residents. 

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St. Margaret’s Family of Care

3525 Bienville St, New Orleans, LA 70119

Serving the neighborhoods of New Orleans, LA since 1889, St. Margaret’s Family of Care is a premiere provider that offers an array of services, from independent living to skilled nursing care. St. Margaret’s Family of Care has three communities, each with its own excellent care team, residential-like accommodations, and thoughtful amenities. Their St. Luke’s campus offers comprehensive short-term rehabilitation and long-term residences for those looking to improve their functionality and mobility in a household-like setting.

Residents seeking skilled nursing services that cater to their medical, social, and emotional needs while benefitting from various therapy services will thrive on their St. Margaret’s campus. Meanwhile, those looking for long-term care and short-term care following an illness or hospitalization would fare well in their St. Margaret’s at Mercy location. From 24/7 care to balanced menus and enriching experiences, St. Margaret’s Family of Care has it all for you.

Overview of St. Margaret’s Family of Care

Serving the neighborhoods of New Orleans, LA since 1889, St. Margaret’s Family of Care is a premiere provider that offers an array of services, from independent living to skilled nursing care. St. Margaret’s Family of Care has three communities, each with its own excellent care team, residential-like accommodations, and thoughtful amenities. Their St. Luke’s campus offers comprehensive short-term rehabilitation and long-term residences for those looking to improve their functionality and mobility in a household-like setting.

Residents seeking skilled nursing services that cater to their medical, social, and emotional needs while benefitting from various therapy services will thrive on their St. Margaret’s campus. Meanwhile, those looking for long-term care and short-term care following an illness or hospitalization would fare well in their St. Margaret’s at Mercy location. From 24/7 care to balanced menus and enriching experiences, St. Margaret’s Family of Care has it all for you.

What does this home offer?

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Accept Medicaid: Yes

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Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms

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Ideally situated in the harmonious setting of New Orleans, LA, Lafon Nursing Facility of the Holy Family is an esteemed community that offers assisted living, skilled nursing, and memory care. Residents can also receive exceptional care from a kind and highly trained team, helping with their daily living activities and personal needs around the clock. Medicare and Medicaid are also accepted to ease financial burdens.

Residents are encouraged to live actively and make new friends with a jam–packed calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs that highlight their interests and capabilities. With delightful and healthy meals served daily, residents enjoy mealtimes that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Medication management, as well as, physical, occupational, and speech therapy are also provided to meet residents’ healthcare needs. Residents will surely have the finest retirement experience amidst the community’s vibrant and nurturing environment.

Overview of Lafon Nursing Facility

Ideally situated in the harmonious setting of New Orleans, LA, Lafon Nursing Facility of the Holy Family is an esteemed community that offers assisted living, skilled nursing, and memory care. Residents can also receive exceptional care from a kind and highly trained team, helping with their daily living activities and personal needs around the clock. Medicare and Medicaid are also accepted to ease financial burdens.

Residents are encouraged to live actively and make new friends with a jam–packed calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs that highlight their interests and capabilities. With delightful and healthy meals served daily, residents enjoy mealtimes that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Medication management, as well as, physical, occupational, and speech therapy are also provided to meet residents’ healthcare needs. Residents will surely have the finest retirement experience amidst the community’s vibrant and nurturing environment.

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Beautifully nestled near Audubon Park in New Orleans, LA, Audubon Retirement Village is an esteemed community offering long-term care and short-term rehabilitation. This 119-bed community strives to meet residents’ healthcare needs, providing top-tier care tailored to their unique needs 24/7. Residents can keep their peace of mind with a compassionate and well-trained team of medical professionals crafting personalized care plans to improve their quality of life.

Exciting events and stimulating programs are conducted, encouraging residents to live actively and make new friends. Physical, occupational, and speech therapies are also provided to enhance residents’ well-being. With its comprehensive care and state-of-the-art amenities, residents are guaranteed to find the care they need to thrive in retirement.

Overview of Audubon Retirement Village

Beautifully nestled near Audubon Park in New Orleans, LA, Audubon Retirement Village is an esteemed community offering long-term care and short-term rehabilitation. This 119-bed community strives to meet residents’ healthcare needs, providing top-tier care tailored to their unique needs 24/7. Residents can keep their peace of mind with a compassionate and well-trained team of medical professionals crafting personalized care plans to improve their quality of life.

Exciting events and stimulating programs are conducted, encouraging residents to live actively and make new friends. Physical, occupational, and speech therapies are also provided to enhance residents’ well-being. With its comprehensive care and state-of-the-art amenities, residents are guaranteed to find the care they need to thrive in retirement.

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Housing Options: Private Rooms

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Building Type: 2-story

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Assisted Living Magazine Ranking Methodology

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How Assisted Living Magazine Evaluates & Scores Nursing Homes

Assisted Living Magazine ranks nursing homes using a rigorous, data-driven scoring model built specifically for skilled nursing.
Because this care level is regulated, clinical outcomes and compliance carry significantly more weight than transparency or digital presence.
Each community receives a ranking based on the factors below, weighted according to their importance in predicting resident safety, care quality, and long-term stability.

Update cadence: Reviewed quarterly, with prompt updates when new reviews, reports, or complaints are filed.

What We Prioritize Most

The largest share of every nursing home’s score — 45% of the total weighting — comes from clinical and regulatory indicators, including:

  • Overall, staffing, and inspection ratings
  • Long-stay and short-stay quality measures
  • Nurse-to-resident and staff-to-resident ratios
  • Health deficiencies and regulatory history
  • Accreditations and positive local news reporting

These factors directly reflect resident safety, care quality, and compliance.

Operational Stability & Resident Support

Another 35% of the score comes from operational and stability signals, such as:

  • Nurse hours per patient per day
  • Occupancy levels and cleanliness citations
  • Administrative stability and ownership quality
  • Readmission rates and registered-nurse turnover
Balancing Additional Factors

The remaining 20% of the score includes contextual elements such as:

  • Year built or renovated
  • Penalties, fines, and preventable readmissions
  • Revenue per bed
  • Administrator tenure

These factors help round out the overall picture but carry less weight because our methodology prioritizes clinical outcomes and regulatory consistency above all else.
The result is a clear, data-driven ranking system that elevates nursing homes delivering exceptional care and long-term resident safety.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What government services provide money for senior housing?

Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:

  • Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
  • Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
  • Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
  • Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
  • State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
  • Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
  • Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
How do you pick the homes you recommend?

Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.

Do you help families that need Medicaid?

Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.

How much does this service cost?

We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up. 

What services do you offer?
  • Finding and ranking the best assisted living facilities
  • Finding and ranking the best nursing homes
  • Finding and ranking the best memory care facilities
  • Our concierge service helps seniors move into the perfect home for them
  • Helping seniors use medicare, medicaid, and other government programs to pay for their homes
  • Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
  • Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
  • Autobiography & Family History Writing + Research
  • Senior-focused concierge medicine
  • Senior-focused nutritionist
  • Senior-focused personal training
  • Memory care specialists
  • Custom wheelchairs at all price points.
  • Custom hearing aids
  • Cosmetic skincare + dermatology
  • Companionship: We offer in-person and virtual companionship services. Someone engaging to hang out with or talk to on video chat.
  • Senior housing concierge. Our service finds the best senior living options based on your needs, income, and personality.