Lake Sherwood Village Retirement Community

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10.3 miles from city center

Description

Established in 1998 by three brothers from Avoyelles Parish, Lake Sherwood Village holds true to its original mission, rooted in their southern heritage. The community strives to foster an atmosphere where residents and staff form a close-knit family of friends, providing a sense of belonging and security. Residents at Lake Sherwood Village can enjoy their independence while relishing the serenity of a secure and caring environment. Lake Sherwood Village stands as an independent living and vibrant retirement community tailored for active seniors in Baton Rouge. With a focus on a lakeside lifestyle and a plethora of activities, residents can indulge in a fulfilling daily life. The community offers luxurious living options, including Studio, One-Bedroom, and Two-Bedroom apartments, each featuring a full kitchen and a bay window in the living room.

Countless amenities are available at Lake Sherwood Village, such as a beauty salon, medical transportation, a religious services chapel, storage rooms on each floor, a fishing lake, a private dining room for personal use, meal delivery, laundry services, a library, and much more. Lake Sherwood Village provides residents with a multitude of choices and opportunities to embrace life, reflecting their unwavering commitment to resident well-being, health, and happiness. Discover a serene haven where independence, community, and cherished friendships come together at Lake Sherwood Village.

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Details

What does this place offer?

Minimum Age 55 Years Old

Pets Allowed Yes, Pets Allowed

Room Sizes 547 / 638 / 936 sq. ft

Housing Options Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Building Type 3-story

Amenities

Minimum Age

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

Type of Care Available

Assisted Living Independent Living

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Program

State Program Name

Eligibility

Benefits

Community Choices Waiver

Louisiana Medicaid Community Choices

General: Age 65+ or 21+ with disability, Louisiana resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
LA Specifics: High demand in urban areas.

Services: In-home care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), home modifications, transitional support.

Louisiana Elderly and Disabled Adults Program

LA EDA Program

General: Age 60+, Louisiana resident, at risk of nursing home.
Income Limits: ~$1,800/month (varies).
Asset Limits: $5,000 (individual).
LA Specifics: Limited funding; rural focus.

Services: In-home care (3-5 hours/week), respite (up to 10 days/year), transportation (~5 trips/month).

Long Term-Personal Care Services (LT-PCS)

Louisiana Medicaid Long Term-Personal Care Services

General: Age 65+ or disabled, Louisiana resident, Medicaid-eligible, needs ADL assistance.
Income Limits (2025): $943/month (individual), $1,415/month (couple).
Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
LA Specifics: Medically Needy Spend-Down option available.

Services: ADL/IADL assistance (20-32 hours/week, varies by need).

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Louisiana PACE

General: Age 55+, Louisiana resident, Medicare/Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need, safe community living possible.
Income Limits (2025): No strict limit; Medicaid portion $2,901/month max.
Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual) for Medicaid; none for Medicare-only.
LA Specifics: Limited centers (e.g., Baton Rouge, Lafayette).

Services: Adult day care, medical care, personal care, transportation, drugs, respite.

Adult Day Health Care (ADHC) Waiver

Louisiana Medicaid Adult Day Health Care Waiver

General: Age 65+ or 22-64 with disabilities, Louisiana resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025): $2,901/month (300% FBR, individual).
Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
LA Specifics: Includes transitional support from nursing homes.

Services: Adult day care (up to 8 hours/day, 5 days/week), personal care, respite, transitional aid.

Aged, Blind, and Disabled (ABD) Medicaid

Louisiana Medicaid Aged, Blind, and Disabled Program

General: Age 65+, blind, or disabled, Louisiana resident, Medicaid-eligible.
Income Limits (2025): $943/month (individual), $1,415/month (couple).
Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
LA Specifics: Medically Needy Spend-Down available.

Services: Personal care, adult day care, limited in-home supports.

Louisiana Elderly Protective Services (EPS)

Louisiana Governor’s Office of Elderly Affairs - Elderly Protective Services

General: Age 60+, Louisiana resident, experiencing abuse/neglect/exploitation.
Income Limits (2025): No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits: None specified.
LA Specifics: Focus on urban and rural elder abuse cases.

Services: Emergency care, temporary housing, legal aid, care coordination (varies by case).

Senior Rx Program

Louisiana Senior Rx (Prescription Assistance)

General: Age 65+, Louisiana resident, no/low prescription coverage.
Income Limits (2025): Varies by linked program; ~$30,000/year suggested.
Asset Limits: None specified.
LA Specifics: Bridges gaps in Medicare Part D coverage.

Services: Prescription cost reduction (up to 50% discounts), application assistance.

Veterans Aid and Attendance (A&A) Benefit

Louisiana VA Aid and Attendance (Federal/State Coordination)

General: Wartime veteran or spouse, age 65+ or disabled, needs ADL help, Louisiana resident.
Income Limits (2025): Net income minus medical expenses < $1,984/month (individual with A&A).
Asset Limits: ~$155,356 (2025 net worth limit).
LA Specifics: High veteran population in rural areas.

Services: Cash benefit ($1,478-$2,471/month individual, varies by status) for care costs.

Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for Louisiana Seniors

Louisiana Medicaid Community Choices

Community Choices Waiver

Eligibility

General: Age 65+ or 21+ with disability, Louisiana resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
LA Specifics: High demand in urban areas.

Benefits

Services: In-home care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), home modifications, transitional support.

LA EDA Program

Louisiana Elderly and Disabled Adults Program

Eligibility

General: Age 60+, Louisiana resident, at risk of nursing home.
Income Limits: ~$1,800/month (varies).
Asset Limits: $5,000 (individual).
LA Specifics: Limited funding; rural focus.

Benefits

Services: In-home care (3-5 hours/week), respite (up to 10 days/year), transportation (~5 trips/month).

Louisiana Medicaid Long Term-Personal Care Services

Long Term-Personal Care Services (LT-PCS)

Eligibility

General: Age 65+ or disabled, Louisiana resident, Medicaid-eligible, needs ADL assistance.
Income Limits (2025): $943/month (individual), $1,415/month (couple).
Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
LA Specifics: Medically Needy Spend-Down option available.

Benefits

Services: ADL/IADL assistance (20-32 hours/week, varies by need).

Louisiana PACE

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Eligibility

General: Age 55+, Louisiana resident, Medicare/Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need, safe community living possible.
Income Limits (2025): No strict limit; Medicaid portion $2,901/month max.
Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual) for Medicaid; none for Medicare-only.
LA Specifics: Limited centers (e.g., Baton Rouge, Lafayette).

Benefits

Services: Adult day care, medical care, personal care, transportation, drugs, respite.

Louisiana Medicaid Adult Day Health Care Waiver

Adult Day Health Care (ADHC) Waiver

Eligibility

General: Age 65+ or 22-64 with disabilities, Louisiana resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025): $2,901/month (300% FBR, individual).
Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
LA Specifics: Includes transitional support from nursing homes.

Benefits

Services: Adult day care (up to 8 hours/day, 5 days/week), personal care, respite, transitional aid.

Louisiana Medicaid Aged, Blind, and Disabled Program

Aged, Blind, and Disabled (ABD) Medicaid

Eligibility

General: Age 65+, blind, or disabled, Louisiana resident, Medicaid-eligible.
Income Limits (2025): $943/month (individual), $1,415/month (couple).
Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
LA Specifics: Medically Needy Spend-Down available.

Benefits

Services: Personal care, adult day care, limited in-home supports.

Louisiana Governor’s Office of Elderly Affairs - Elderly Protective Services

Louisiana Elderly Protective Services (EPS)

Eligibility

General: Age 60+, Louisiana resident, experiencing abuse/neglect/exploitation.
Income Limits (2025): No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits: None specified.
LA Specifics: Focus on urban and rural elder abuse cases.

Benefits

Services: Emergency care, temporary housing, legal aid, care coordination (varies by case).

Louisiana Senior Rx (Prescription Assistance)

Senior Rx Program

Eligibility

General: Age 65+, Louisiana resident, no/low prescription coverage.
Income Limits (2025): Varies by linked program; ~$30,000/year suggested.
Asset Limits: None specified.
LA Specifics: Bridges gaps in Medicare Part D coverage.

Benefits

Services: Prescription cost reduction (up to 50% discounts), application assistance.

Louisiana VA Aid and Attendance (Federal/State Coordination)

Veterans Aid and Attendance (A&A) Benefit

Eligibility

General: Wartime veteran or spouse, age 65+ or disabled, needs ADL help, Louisiana resident.
Income Limits (2025): Net income minus medical expenses < $1,984/month (individual with A&A).
Asset Limits: ~$155,356 (2025 net worth limit).
LA Specifics: High veteran population in rural areas.