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In the directory below, you’ll find 137 reviews reviews of assisted living communities throughout Lafayette. Based on these reviews, local facilities boast an average consumer satisfaction rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars stars.
215 West Farrel Rd., Lafayette, LA 70508
4.2
(42 reviews)
"My mother-in-law moved to Brookdale Lafayette. The rooms are very clean. She's in a private room in her apartment, so you can't ask for anything more. The staff is good. They seemed nice, tried to communicate with the patients, and seemed very aware ..."
$4,070
308 Sidney Martin Road,, Lafayette, LA 70507
4.2
(11 reviews)
"I was able to go to Courtyard Retirement & Assisted Living. I had a good meeting there. It's very nice. The facility itself is very clean and very immaculate. The personnel are very professional and easy to talk to. The building is very well maintain..."
$2,700
2201 Verot School Road, Lafayette, LA 70508
3.6
(3 reviews)
"The Vincent Senior Living is very, very clean, and everything is very attractive. I met quite a number of residents there, and they were all extremely pleased with the facility. The apartments that I visited were very spacious and clean. The person w..."
$2,275
601 Verot School Road, Lafayette, LA 70508
4.4
(9 reviews)
"My brother-in-law is in assisted living at Garden View Assisted Living - Lafayette, and my sister is going to be in memory care until she gets acclimated to the transition. My brother-in-law is in a very nice two-bedroom apartment. Both rooms have la..."
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203 Rue Fontaine, Lafayette, LA 70508
4.2
(8 reviews)
"I had a friend who was at Rosewood Assisted Living. It's a really nice place. I've had more experience with Rosewood than I have had with any of the other ones. The facility was well done and well constructed. The rooms were very nice. I don't recall..."
$4,000
306 Woodrich Lane, Lafayette, LA 70507
5.0
(3 reviews)
"I really struggled with the decision to let others care for my Mom. After several months of doing it alone I was exhausted beyond anything I had ever experienced. A cousin came over while I toured Plein de Vie and the minute I walked in, I knew I was..."
$4,000
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400 Polly Lane, Lafayette, LA 70508
3.7
(9 reviews)
"I visited The Blake at Lafayette. I really liked that there were a lot of different things to do. It's a nice facility. The staff seems very caring and concerned. The only thing I didn't like was the price. It's out of my price range. The rooms were ..."
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103 West Martial Avenue, Lafayette, LA 70508
3.5
(12 reviews)
"My grandmother needed some therapy after her hip surgery and we had the best expericence. Staff was very frendly and took such good care of my grandmother. I would highly recommend this facility. ..."
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1318 Andre Street, New Iberia, LA 70563
5.0
(28 reviews)
"It will be 3 years in April that Dad moved to Azalea Estates. The transition was a little hard, but the entire staff welcomed him and made sure he got out of his room and participated in just about everything. Now when new residents move in. He helps..."
$3,015
2309 Richard Street, Abbeville, LA 70510
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Eastridge Senior is in excellent condition and has excellent staff. I'm very glad I was able to get my mom in there quickly, as her health has improved since. She has a single apartment with one bathroom and one bedroom. It's a very nice place. She l..."
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626 Crowley/Rayne Highway, Crowley, LA 70526
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I toured Southwind Senior Living Suites and it was very nice. The rooms were very nice, it was very clean. It was more expensive but it was very nice. I saw a studio. I only met a couple of people. They were very nice, too, because they held the room..."
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213 E Etienne St, Maurice, LA 70555
4.6
(3 reviews)
"We have chosen Woodbriar Southern Style Assisted Living and Memory Care for my aunt. She's on the waiting list. I like the location. It's a fairly new facility. The staff members were very knowledgeable and very informative. We left there having no q..."
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1000 Darby Lane, New Iberia, LA 70560
4.3
(6 reviews)
"Beautiful community! We felt like part of the family as soon as we walked in. After touring several assisted living communities, none of them compared to Garden View. It's the best!..."
$3,400
332 Castille Street, Sunset, LA 70584
3.0
(1 reviews)
"It needs to be updated in the kitchen. It needs to be updated in the bathrooms.It needs a new paint job. The police need to patrol there more often.The road is bad not enough parking. It needs pest control. and better hours where your able to use the..."
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830 S. BROADWAY, Church Point, LA 70525
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14008 CHENEAU ROAD, Kaplan, LA 70548
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Assisted Living
David
3.0
Review of Courtyard Retirement & Assisted Living
My parents are at Courtyard Retirement & Assisted Living Community. When I go in, I always see staff there. I also see a lot of the tenants moving around and stuff, so it doesn't feel lonely. It's...
Assisted Living
Lloyd
5.0
Review of Courtyard Retirement & Assisted Living
I was able to go to Courtyard Retirement & Assisted Living. I had a good meeting there. It's very nice. The facility itself is very clean and very immaculate. The personnel are very professional...
Assisted Living
Lloyd
5.0
Review of Avanti Senior Living at Lafayette
Avanti Senior Living at Lafayette is an awesome place, but it's so expensive. And they don't take any Social Security payment or anything. It's all cash. The facility was gorgeous, though. And the...
The 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey reports that assisted living rates in Lafayette come in at around $3,415 monthly, making the city a budget-friendly place for residential care. By comparison, the Louisiana median exceeds the local rate at $4,750, and costs in nearby cities tend to run higher. In Alexandria, facilities charge baseline monthly rates of approximately $5,195, and fees in Houma trend near $6,541.
Lafayette
$3,415
Louisiana
$4,750
United States
$5,350
Hammond
$4,270
Alexandria
$5,195
Baton Rouge
$5,000
Houma
$6,541
The median cost of assisted living in Lafayette is $3,850 per month. However, prices may vary, depending on the services and amenities each facility offers.
People who need assistance paying for assisted living might be able to turn to the Long Term Personal Care Services Program and the Home and Community Based Services Medicaid Waiver.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Louisiana page.
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:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Louisiana page.
Seniors in Lafayette spend around $3,415 monthly on assisted living expenses, but other surveyed care types tend to cost more. Full-time private home health care services cost hundreds of dollars more at approximately $4,195. Nursing home rates also trend higher, with seniors paying about $6,996 for shared units.
Home Health Care
$4,195
Assisted Living Facility
$3,415
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$6,996
The state and federal government and local nonprofits work together to provide a wide array of services to seniors in the Lafayette area. In addition to helping seniors access long-term care, these agencies provide volunteer opportunities, recreational activities and convenient services, such as transportation and tax preparation assistance.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Cajun Area Agency on Aging | (337) 572-8940 | The Cajun Area Agency on Aging provides services that help seniors aged 60 and older maintain their freedom, health and independence. Its long-term care ombudsman answers questions about assisted living, and additional resources are available for seniors who need legal assistance, in-home care or help paying for prescription medications. |
| Lafayette Council on Aging | (337) 262-5990 | The LCOA is dedicated to serving older adults in Lafayette Parish by providing programs and services that meet residents' needs and enhance their well-being. It offers meals, community-based care, case management services, transportation, affordable housing and direct aid, including food, fans and medical equipment. |
| Lafayette Senior Centers | (337) 291-5444 | Lafayette’s Parks, Arts, Recreation & Culture Department operates two recreation centers for adults aged 55 and older. The art studio provides classrooms and exhibit spaces for residents who enjoy fine arts, and the Rosehouse hosts an array of fitness classes, games and health-related events. |
| RSVP of Lafayette Parish | (337) 234-9932 | The Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) is a nationwide initiative supported by AmeriCorps and SeniorCorps. It provides community service opportunities for adults aged 55 and older who want to use their skills to support local hospitals, long-term care residents and travelers at the Lafayette Regional Airport. Volunteers also help older adults in need. |
Lafayette Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living facilities in LA are required to follow. Assisted Living in Louisiana page for more information about these laws.
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