Villa Maria Retirement Center

3.8 miles from city center

Description

Located within the serene landscape of Lake Charles, Louisiana, Villa Maria Retirement Center presents a tranquil and welcoming community that provides an idyllic haven for seniors seeking a peaceful living environment. Offering a range of options, seniors can choose from studio, one, or two-bedroom apartments that cater to their preferences and needs. This community is characterized by its commitment to service, with offerings such as housekeeping, scheduled transportation, laundry facilities, and 24-hour emergency response, ensuring that residents’ comfort and safety are prioritized.

The individual-controlled heating and air conditioning add a personalized touch to the living spaces, creating an atmosphere of ease and relaxation. Embracing a holistic approach to senior living, the home boasts an array of amenities, including a chapel, indoor mailboxes, a health and fitness center, private balconies, and a beauty and barber salon. Medication monitoring is seamlessly integrated into the care plan, contributing to the well-being of residents. With the convenience of meal delivery to apartments or inviting guest meals, Villa Maria Retirement Center offers a retirement home that harmoniously blends comfort, convenience, and a sense of community, all within the captivating landscape of southwest Louisiana.

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Details

Pets Allowed Yes, Pets Allowed

Room Sizes 429 / 527 / 874 sq. ft

Housing Options Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Building Type Single-storey

Amenities

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

Type of Care Available

Assisted Living

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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.