The 5 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Calcasieu Parish, LA for 2023

Directory of Assisted Living Facilities in Calcasieu Parish, LA

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Caring Star 2020

The Verandah Independent and Assisted...

Provides: Assisted Living
5851 Gray Market Drive , Lake Charles, LA 70605
"I toured The Verandah Independent and Assisted Living. It was very nice. The place was gorgeous. They had beautiful courtyards and ponds all around the place. There was a fountain in the middle of..." More

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Caring Star 2013

Brookdale Lake Charles

Provides: Assisted Living
2420 Country Club Rd., Lake Charles, LA 70605
"I toured Brookdale Lake Charles. The place was beautiful. The staff was very helpful and very friendly. The girl that showed me around the first day was sweet as can be and answered every question..." More

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Caring Star 2022

Stonebridge Place

Provides: Assisted Living
1511 S Huntington St., Sulphur, LA 70663
"My mother-in-law is a resident of Stonebridge Place. They provide her with medicine administration, they clean her apartment, and they provide three meals a day. They have a lot of activities, they..." More

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The Gardens Assisted Living

Provides: Assisted Living
1401 Country Club Road, Lake Charles, LA 70605
"The rooms at The Gardens were more like hospital rooms and very small, but the whole place was nice. They offered three meals a day, and their dining room was very nice and like a restaurant with a..." More

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Sage Oak Assisted Living and Memory C...

Provides: Assisted Living
5650 Weaver Road , Lake Charles, LA 70605
"At Sage Oak Assisted Living and Memory Care of Lake Charles, the cleanliness and the amenities that they had to offer were really nice. Since they are newly built or whatever, there wasn't any..." More

Villa Maria Retirement Center

Provides: Assisted Living
3905 Kingston Place, Lake Charles, LA 70605
"My mother likes Villa Maria Retirement Center. They take good care of them. It's a nice place, and the staff is awesome and very attentive to their needs. Her room has a living room, a small..." More

Cedarwood Manor, Inc.

Provides: Assisted Living
800 Avenue J, Lake Charles, LA 70615
"My aunt was in Cedarwood Manor and she was there because she had a couple of friends who were there. It was a relatively nice facility and her food was really good, as far as she was concerned...." More

Chennault Place Inc

Provides: Assisted Living
1200 Canvasback St, Lake Charles, LA 70615
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    What to Consider About Assisted Living in Calcasieu Parish

    Calcasieu Parish, in southwest Louisiana, brims with natural beauty and Cajun charm. Active seniors living in the region can enjoy walking along cypress-lined nature paths, sampling local seafood specialties or listening to zydeco. About 14.4 percent of the more than 202,000 people living in Calcasieu Parish are over the age of 65, and there are seven assisted living facilities in the parish to accommodate that population.

    The Louisiana Department of Health licenses assisted living communities throughout the state, including in Calcasieu Parish. These facilities are referred to as Adult Residential Care Providers (ARCPs) and are divided into four levels based on how many residents live there, what kind of care they receive, and the type of accommodations provided.

    Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Calcasieu Parish

    • Calcasieu Parish is home to world-class medical facilities, including Lake Charles Memorial Hospital, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
    • Seniors living in Calcasieu Parish benefit from senior-friendly Louisiana tax laws. The state doesn't tax social security, public pensions, and up to $6,000 per person of other retirement income, such as private pensions and IRAs.
    • Seniors on a budget in Calcasieu Parish can appreciate that the parish has a cost of living 7.5 percent lower than the national average. Health care costs are on par with most of the rest of the U.S., but transportation costs are slightly higher, which could be a concern for families considering assisted living in the region.
    • Property crime rates in Calcasieu Parish rank 47.7 on a scale of 100, compared with 38.1 for the national average. Violent crime rates are also higher than the average across the U.S. Before choosing an assisted living facility, ask about how the facility protects residents from crime. 
    • Calcasieu Parish has an array of community resources for seniors, including the Calcasieu Council on Aging, an organization that provides wellness classes, legal assistance, recreational programs and transportation services for seniors, as well as senior centers in various towns and cities throughout the parish, including the Lake Charles Senior Center and Vinton Senior Center.
    • Air quality in Calcasieu Parish may be problematic for some seniors with respiratory issues. The American Lung Association gave the parish a D grade for ozone pollution, but also granted it an A grade for 24-hour particle pollution. 


    Paying for Assisted Living in Calcasieu Parish

    Average Monthly Costs

    Counties in Louisiana

    $4,309.00 Jefferson County
    $4,000.00 US
    $3,769.00 Orange County
    $3,769.00 Calcasieu Parish
    $1,500.00 Newton County

    Assisted Living costs in Calcasieu Parish start around $3,769 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of assisted living is $4,000 per month, according to the latest figures from Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey.

    It’s important to note that assisted living rates in Calcasieu Parish and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.

    Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Calcasieu Parish

    Louisiana residents living in Calcasieu Parish may qualify for financial assistance for assisted living through the Louisiana Department of Health Medicaid Long-Term Care Services program

    Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Louisiana page.

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    More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

    While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:

    • Veterans Benefits
    • Life Insurance Policy
    • Long-Term Care Insurance
    • Reverse Mortgage

    For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Louisiana page.


    Free Assisted Living Resources in Calcasieu Parish

    Calcasieu Parish and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.

    To see a list of free assisted living resources in Calcasieu Parish, please visit our Assisted Living in Louisiana page.


    Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Calcasieu Parish

    Calcasieu Parish-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Louisiana are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Louisiana page for more information about these laws.

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    Recent Reviews of Assisted Living in Calcasieu Parish

    • Review of Brookdale Lake Charles

      I toured Brookdale Lake Charles. The place was beautiful. The staff was very helpful and very friendly. The girl that showed me around the first day was sweet as can be and answered every question ... Read more

      Tammie
    • Review of The Verandah Independent and Assisted Living

      I toured The Verandah Independent and Assisted Living. It was very nice. The place was gorgeous. They had beautiful courtyards and ponds all around the place. There was a fountain in the middle of ... Read more

      Tammie
    • Review of Stonebridge Place

      I toured Stonebridge Place. The staff was nice. The place itself was nice looking and clean. It seemed a little small on the inside. The apartment was just like a little studio apartment. It just d... Read more

      Tammie
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