St. Joseph‘s Assisted Living

Assisted Living, Nursing Home & Hospice Care · Monroe, LA
CMS overall rating Info 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.
St. Joseph‘s Assisted Living

Assisted Living in Monroe

CMS overall rating Info 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.
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St. Joseph‘s Assisted Living accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Overview of St. Joseph‘s Assisted Living

St. Joseph Continuing Care Center, an impressive 130-bed facility, provides round-the-clock clinical support and an extensive rehabilitation program. Nestled in the serene and picturesque surroundings of Monroe, Louisiana, this center offers compassionate care within a stately campus featuring exceptional bayou views.

This close-knit community provides convenient access to nearby cultural attractions, including art museums and antique shops. Senior residents can relish nature walks along winding paths, engage in outdoor activities, garden parties, and enjoy various social gatherings.

(732) 634-0004

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info 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.
▼ 16.7% Below LA avg.
Health Inspection Info 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.
▼ 27.6% Below LA avg.
Staffing Info 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.
▼ 16.8% Below LA avg.
Quality Measures Info 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.
At LA avg.

Staffing hours breakdown

Info 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.

Hours per resident per day — compared to Louisiana state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 103rd out of 187 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.
3h 47m per day
Rank #103 / 187Nurse hours — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 103rd out of 187 homes in Louisiana.Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Louisiana average, with a ranking across 187 Louisiana SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.
This facility Louisiana avg (4h 9m per day)
vs Louisiana avg
-9%
Staff typeHours / dayvs state avg
Total Nursing (Weekend) Info 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. 2h 53m per day

Capacity and availability

This home usually has availability

Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available.

Lower occupancy than the Louisiana average: 71.8%
Occupancy rate 55% Rank #165 / 191Occupancy rate — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 165th out of 191 homes in Louisiana.Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Louisiana average, with its statewide rank out of 191. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.
Avg. Length of Stay 68 days
Occupancy rate
55% Rank #165 / 191Occupancy rate — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 165th out of 191 homes in Louisiana.Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Louisiana average, with its statewide rank out of 191. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.
Avg. Length of Stay
68 days

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mix of rehab and long-term care

This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

33% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 30 days

Private pay

58% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Medicaid

9% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 11 - 12 months

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a partnership between two or more business owners.
Home revenue
$12.5M
Operating loss
-$410.2K
Privately-owned community Operated by a partnership between two or more business owners.
Home revenue
$12.5M Rank #39 / 191Revenue — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 39th out of 191 homes in Louisiana.Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Louisiana SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.
Operating loss
-$410.2K
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations. Rank #88 / 191Payroll — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 88th out of 191 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.
$4.5M
36.2% of revenue Rank #173 / 191Payroll % — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 173rd out of 191 homes in Louisiana.Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the Louisiana average. Well-run SNFs often land around 55–65%. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$8.4M
Total costs $12.9M
Walk Score
Walk Score: 42 / 100 Rank #27 / 74Walk Score — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 27th out of 74 homes in Louisiana.Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Louisiana SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

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Building Type: Two-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Types of Care at St. Joseph‘s Assisted Living

Nursing Home Hospice Care Assisted Living

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Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 10

Louisiana average 6.5


Last Health inspection on Jul 2025

Total health citations
55 Rank #175 / 191Health citations — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 175th out of 191 homes in Louisiana.Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Louisiana state average, with a ranking across all 191 LA SNFs. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.

Louisiana average 25.7

Citations per inspection
5.5 Rank #156 / 191Citations per inspection — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 156th out of 191 homes in Louisiana.Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Louisiana mean across 191 SNFs with citation data. Lower is better.

Louisiana average 3.95


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

21 of 55 citations resulted from standard inspections; 15 of 55 resulted from complaint investigations; and 19 of 55 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 4 years)
Critical Health citations More info
0
100% better than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 1.1


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 0.5

0 critical citations More info Louisiana average: 1.1

0 serious citations More info Louisiana average: 0.5

55 moderate citations More info Louisiana average: 23.7

0 minor citations More info Louisiana average: 0.4
Citations history (last 4 years)
Nursing Services moderate citation Info Issues related to the availability and quality of nursing staff and the care they provide. Jul 30, 2025
Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Info Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs. Jul 30, 2025
Corrected

Resident Rights moderate citation Info Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care. Jul 30, 2025
Corrected

Resident Rights moderate citation Info Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care. Apr 30, 2025
Corrected

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Louisiana

St. Joseph‘s Assisted Living is located in Monroe, Louisiana.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in 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).
LA

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).
LA

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.
LA

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).
LA

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).
LA

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.
LA

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.
LA

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
LA

High veteran population in rural areas.

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

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Address 4.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Monroe's city center to St. Joseph‘s Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.31 miles to nearest hospital (Internal Medicine Of The Twin Cities)

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 102
Employees 98
Contractors 4
Staff to resident ratio 1.32:1
15% worse than Louisiana average

Louisiana average ratio: 1.56:1

Avg staff/day 42
Average shift 7.7 hours
6% worse than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 8.2 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 29,340
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 10
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 10.1 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 22
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 43
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.4 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

0.4%

106 contractor hours this quarter

Registered Nurse: 3 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant4304313,37391100%7.4
Licensed Practical Nurse220228,09991100%8
RN Director of Nursing6061,4846875%9.2
Registered Nurse73101,1196369%10.1
Physical Therapy Assistant3038866774%7.1
Clinical Nurse Specialist1016136066%10.2
Speech Language Pathologist3036137279%5.2
Mental Health Service Worker1015346470%8.3
Dietitian1015236066%8.7
Administrator3034915358%9.3
Respiratory Therapy Technician4044586976%5.7
Physical Therapy Aide2024366167%7.1
Qualified Social Worker1014106470%6.4
Nurse Practitioner1012563336%7.7
Occupational Therapy Assistant0114833%16
43 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
22 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
6 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 75%
10 Registered Nurse
% of Days 69%
3 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 74%
1 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 66%
3 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 79%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 70%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 66%
3 Administrator
% of Days 58%
4 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 76%
2 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 67%
1 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 70%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 36%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 3%

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total residents 77
Medicare
30
39% of residents
Medicaid
32
41.6% of residents
Private pay or other
15
19.5% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

CCRC

Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 16.5
41% worse than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 11.7

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 27.9
37% worse than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 20.4

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 26.1%
27% worse than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 20.5%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 37.9%
61% worse than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 23.5%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 19.8%
16% worse than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 17.1%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 2.5%
29% better than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 3.5%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 13.4%
110% worse than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 6.4%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 2.0%
26% better than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 2.7%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 2.9%
44% better than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 5.1%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 0.0%
100% better than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 1.6%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 11.9%
42% better than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 20.4%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
9% better than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 91.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
5% better than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 94.9%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 99.6%
21% better than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 82.5%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.8%
73% better than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 3.1%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 99.6%
31% better than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 76.2%

Penalties and fines

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.

Compare Assisted Living around Monroe The information below is reported by the Louisiana Department of Health, Health Standards Section.

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St. Joseph‘s Assisted Living
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.

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).

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.

Monroe (Breard)130Yes 42 ---
Avalon Place of Monroe
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.

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).

Monroe (Lamkin)113Yes 22 -13A+

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Frequently Asked Questions about St. Joseph‘s Assisted Living

What neighborhood is St. Joseph‘s Assisted Living in?

St. Joseph‘s Assisted Living is in the Breard neighborhood.

Is St. Joseph‘s Assisted Living in a walkable area?

St. Joseph‘s Assisted Living has a walk score of 42. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the phone number of St. Joseph‘s Assisted Living?

(732) 634-0004 will put you in contact with the team at St. Joseph‘s Assisted Living.

Is St. Joseph‘s Assisted Living Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Yes — St. Joseph‘s Assisted Living is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.

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