6.1 miles from city center
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St. James Place in Baton Rouge offers seniors a lifestyle prioritizing their freedom and dignity. Resting on a sprawling 52-acre campus, the community is known for its rich history, which includes the magnificent Duplantier Oak – the oldest tree in Louisiana. From independent living to assisted living, nursing care, and memory care, the community has everything one needs to live a fulfilling life.

One of the core values at St. James Place is the belief that seniors should be free to choose how they want to live. They offer many amenities to promote an active and engaged lifestyle. Residents can enjoy two on-site restaurants and a cozy coffee house, where they can catch up with friends and neighbors during Happy Hour. The community also boasts a range of recreational activities, including a heated swimming pool, shuffleboard courts, TechnoGym equipment, a putting green, and scenic walking trails. At St. James Place, seniors can live life on their terms, surrounded by a warm and welcoming community that truly cares.

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What does this place offer?

Pets Allowed Yes, Pets Allowed

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Community
Type of Care
Location
Bed Options
Bed Count
Pets Allowed
St. James Place
AL

For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IL

For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

SNF

24/7 care needed

Baton Rouge
Studio / 1 bed / 2 bed
N/A
Yes
The Phoenix at Hammond
AL

For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

MC

Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer’s, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

RC

Respite Care

Hammond
N/A
N/A
No
Sunrise at Siegen
AL

For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

MC

Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer’s, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

Baton Rouge
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
N/A
Yes
Sunrise of Baton Rouge
AL

For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

MC

Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer’s, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

Baton Rouge
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Suite
N/A
Yes
Sanctuary Senior Living
AL

For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IL

For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

MC

Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer’s, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

SNF

24/7 care needed

Baton Rouge
N/A
N/A
No

Claim What’s Yours: Financial Aid for Louisiana Seniors

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