The Verandah Retirement Community in Lake Charles

Q: Is The Verandah Retirement Community in Lake Charles in a walkable area?

The Verandah Retirement Community in Lake Charles has a walk score of 1. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

Q: What is the phone number of The Verandah Retirement Community in Lake Charles?

(504) 229-4574 will put you in contact with the team at The Verandah Retirement Community in Lake Charles.

Q: Is The Verandah Retirement Community in Lake Charles Medicare or Medicaid certified?

The Verandah Retirement Community in Lake Charles is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

Overview of The Verandah Retirement Community in Lake Charles

A member of the Sunshine Retirement Community, The Verandah Retirement Community in Lakes Charles has a solid reputation for offering assisted living and memory care services. The nurturing environment empowers and enhances the quality of life for residents by providing tailored care to each unique individual. The Verandah approaches senior living in a modern way that embraces and enriches its residents’ overall wellness.

Many of its amenities are centered on attentive support and personal hygiene of its seniors, such as assistance with bathing, grooming, medication management, housekeeping, and help with daily routine. They offer life enrichment programs focusing on assisted living for dementia patients by encouraging various stimulating and engaging activities that residents can choose from.

(504) 229-4574

Types of Care at The Verandah Retirement Community in Lake Charles

Independent Living Assisted Living

18 years in operation

A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.

Walk Score: 1 / 100

Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

BBB Rating: A+ (Accredited)

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Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

ContactTammy Friesen, Executive Director

What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Room Sizes: 851 / 1,070 / 1,242 - 1,610 sq. ft

Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed

Building Type: Single-story

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204.0 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Lake Charles's city center to The Verandah Retirement Community in Lake Charles's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.7 miles to nearest hospital (Fast Pace Health Urgent Care - Lake Charles - LA)

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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).

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

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).

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.

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).

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).

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.

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.

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

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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Is The Verandah Retirement Community in Lake Charles in a walkable area?

The Verandah Retirement Community in Lake Charles has a walk score of 1. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the phone number of The Verandah Retirement Community in Lake Charles?

(504) 229-4574 will put you in contact with the team at The Verandah Retirement Community in Lake Charles.

Is The Verandah Retirement Community in Lake Charles Medicare or Medicaid certified?

The Verandah Retirement Community in Lake Charles is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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