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The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.
This home is ranked 58th out of 182 homes in Louisiana. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
| Staff type | Hours / Day / Resident | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
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Weekend Total Nursing
Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
| 3h 25m per day |
Similar to the Louisiana average: 71.8%Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Louisiana average 6.5
Last Health inspection on May 2025
Louisiana average 25.7
Louisiana average 3.95
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
11 of 13 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 2 of 13 resulted from complaint investigations.
100% better than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 1.1
100% better than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 0.5
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Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
30% worse than Louisiana average
7% better than Louisiana average
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Manages medical care and health needs.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.9 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Assists with medical care and medications.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.8 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.3 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Total hours from contractors
2,904 contractor hours this quarter
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 67 | 0 | 67 | 26,714 | 92 | 100% | 9.3 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 25 | 0 | 25 | 11,239 | 92 | 100% | 9.8 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 8 | 1 | 9 | 3,962 | 79 | 86% | 7.5 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 575 | 57 | 62% | 10.1 |
| Registered Nurse | 5 | 0 | 5 | 551 | 53 | 58% | 8.9 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 542 | 60 | 65% | 9 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 483 | 67 | 73% | 7.2 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 482 | 68 | 74% | 7.1 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 451 | 63 | 68% | 7.2 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 2 | 2 | 446 | 67 | 73% | 6.3 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 2 | 2 | 443 | 68 | 74% | 6.3 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 2 | 2 | 429 | 62 | 67% | 6.6 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 2 | 2 | 425 | 61 | 66% | 6.8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 424 | 52 | 57% | 8.1 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 1 | 4 | 5 | 403 | 54 | 59% | 5.5 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 197 | 40 | 43% | 4.9 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 69 | 35 | 38% | 2 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 27 | 3 | 3% | 8.9 |
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
11.4
In line with Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 11.7
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
15.9
22% better than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 20.4
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
17.7%
14% better than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 20.5%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
19.3%
18% better than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 23.5%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
10.9%
36% better than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 17.1%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.8%
10% worse than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 3.5%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
5.7%
11% better than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 6.4%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
11.2%
310% worse than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 2.7%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
10.5%
104% worse than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 5.1%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.2%
85% better than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 1.6%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
47.7%
133% worse than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 20.4%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.3%
7% better than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 91.5%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
99.2%
5% better than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 94.9%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.4%
21% better than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 82.5%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
3.1%
In line with Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 3.1%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
90.9%
19% better than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 76.2%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
28% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
57% of new residents, often for short stays.
15% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
123Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
Historical financial and operational data for Lake Charles Care Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #9 / 186Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 9th out of 186 homes in Louisiana. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Louisiana average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.
1.5 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Lake Charles's city center to Lake Charles Care Center's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Lake Charles Care Center is located in LAKE CHARLES, Louisiana.
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The information below is reported by the Louisiana Department of Health, Health Standards Section.
| Landmark of Lake Charles |
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. | Lake Charles (Calcasieu Parish) | 130 | 74.4% | +4% | 4.79 | +22% | +16% | $0 | 17 | 3.4 | - | 96 | A+ | 45 | William Pugh | $8.5M | $6.1M | 71.6% | 195630 | ||||
| Lake Charles 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. | Lake Charles (Calcasieu Parish) | 182 | 71.2% | -1% | 4.17 | -17% | +1% | $0 | 13 | 3.3 | - | 124 | A+ | 74 | Brian May | $11.7M | $8.4M | 71.9% | 195413 | ||||
| The Gardens Assisted Living |
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. | Lake Charles | 60 | 66.5% | -7% | 4.81 | -66% | +16% | $20.0k | 16 | 2.7 | 1 | 41 | A+ | 14 | Justin Wilcoxon | $6.8M | $4.4M | 63.9% | 195636 | ||||
| Rosewood Nursing & 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. | Lake Charles | 150 | 44.0% | -39% | 3.01 | -12% | -27% | $237.3k | 29 | 3.6 | 4 | 66 | A+ | 73 | Geriatrics, LLC | $6.1M | $2.8M | 45.5% | 195422 | ||||
| Grand Cove Nursing & 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. | Lake Charles | 109 | 77.1% | +7% | 4.23 | +22% | +2% | $34.4k | 21 | 7.0 | 2 | 84 | A+ | 45 | Freda Zimmerman Trust | $13.4M | $5.7M | 42.9% | 195414 |
Lake Charles Care Center is in the Calcasieu Parish neighborhood of LAKE CHARLES.
The legal owner and operator of Lake Charles Care Center is Diversified Health Care-Lake Charles, Llc.
Lake Charles Care Center has a walk score of 74. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
Lake Charles Care Center's occupancy is 71%.
Lake Charles Care Center is registered as a for-profit in LA.
Lake Charles Care Center received a 3-star overall rating from the CMS (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services). This score combines results from staffing levels, quality measures, and health inspections.
Lake Charles Care Center has 182 beds.
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