Oak Park Health Care Center
Nursing Home, Palliative Care, Respite Care & Skilled Nursing · Lake Charles, LA

Oak Park Health Care Center

Nursing Home, Palliative Care, Respite Care & Skilled Nursing · Lake Charles, LA

Overview of Oak Park Health Care Center

Nestled within Lake Charles, Louisiana, the Oak Park Health Care Center proudly stands as a comprehensive nursing care facility, encompassing an impressive 177 units. Its prime location offers residents the convenience of retail shopping, places of worship, and various local amenities, making it a well-connected community. With nearby drug stores and the reassuring presence of Lake Charles Memorial Hospital, residents and their families can find comfort in the accessibility and security provided.

At the core of this vibrant community lies a strong commitment to fostering an environment of care and assistance for seniors in their cherished golden years. The Oak Park Health Care Center not only offers a nurturing atmosphere but also ensures that affordable assisted living solutions are available. This creates an ideal home where residents can thrive, without the burden of exorbitant assisted living costs. With its strategic placement and dedication to resident well-being, the center presents itself as an attractive option for seniors seeking a comfortable and caring haven in Lake Charles, Louisiana.

Walk Score
Walk Score: 49 / 100 Rank #105 / 368Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 105th out of 368 homes in Louisiana for Walk Score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Louisiana facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Louisiana that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

3 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Spacious + Welcoming Facility
Private + Semi Private Rooms
Telephone + Internet
Social Activities + Recreational Programs
Joint Commission Accredited Facility
Fine Dining
Specific ProgramsPost-Surgical Care, Pain Management, Physical, Occupational + Speech Therapy, 24/7 Nursing Care, Therapeutic Recreation

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What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Housing Options: Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

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Address 2.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Lake Charles's city center to Oak Park Health Care Center's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.21 miles to nearest hospital (Memorial Breast Health Center - Memorial Hospital)

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

CMS & LA Dept. of Health data

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4.81
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3.56
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36
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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Louisiana

Oak Park Health Care Center is located in Lake Charles, Louisiana.
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Community Choices Waiver

Louisiana Medicaid Community Choices

Age 65+ or 21+ with disability
General 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).
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High demand in urban areas.

Benefits
In-home care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Home modifications Transitional support

Louisiana Elderly and Disabled Adults Program

LA EDA Program

Age 60+
General Louisiana resident, at risk of nursing home.
Income Limits ~$1,800/month varies
Asset Limits $5,000 individual
LA

Limited funding; rural focus.

Benefits
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

Age 65+ or disabled
General 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).
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Medically Needy Spend-Down option available.

Benefits
ADL/IADL assistance (20-32 hours/week, varies by need)

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

Louisiana PACE

Age 55+
General 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.
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Limited centers (e.g., Baton Rouge, Lafayette).

Benefits
Adult day care Medical care Personal care Transportation Drugs Respite

Adult Day Health Care (ADHC) Waiver

Louisiana Medicaid Adult Day Health Care Waiver

Age 65+ or 22-64 with disabilities
General 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).
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Includes transitional support from nursing homes.

Benefits
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

Age 65+
General 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).
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Medically Needy Spend-Down available.

Benefits
Personal care Adult day care Limited in-home supports

Louisiana Elderly Protective Services (EPS)

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

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

Benefits
Emergency care Temporary housing Legal aid Care coordination (varies by case)

Senior Rx Program

Louisiana Senior Rx (Prescription Assistance)

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

Benefits
Prescription cost reduction (up to 50% discounts) Application assistance

Veterans Aid and Attendance (A&A) Benefit

Louisiana VA Aid and Attendance (Federal/State Coordination)

Age
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
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High veteran population in rural areas.

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Oak Park Health Care Center

Is Oak Park Health Care Center in a walkable area?

Oak Park Health Care Center has a walk score of 49. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Are there photos of Oak Park Health Care Center?

Yes — there are 3 photos of Oak Park Health Care Center in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Oak Park Health Care Center?

Oak Park Health Care Center is located at 2717 1St Ave, Lake Charles, LA 70601.

What is the phone number of Oak Park Health Care Center?

(337) 439-1200 will put you in contact with the team at Oak Park Health Care Center.

Is Oak Park Health Care Center Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Oak Park Health Care Center is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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