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Assisted Living Communities in New Iberia, Louisiana

New Iberia sits in southern Louisiana’s Acadiana region and serves as the largest city in Iberia Parish, where 21 assisted living facilities operate. In 2024, residential care costs in...

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

In New Iberia, the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey puts assisted living costs at around $3,415 per month. This rate tracks hundreds of dollars below the state median of $4,750 and the U.S. baseline of $5,350, and it runs considerably lower than typical fees throughout the region. In Alexandria and Houma, facilities set monthly rates near $5,195 and $6,541, respectively. 

New Iberia

$3,415

Louisiana

$4,750

United States

$5,350

Hammond

$4,270

Alexandria

$5,195

Baton Rouge

$5,000

Houma

$6,541

Paying for Assisted Living in New Iberia

The results of the 2021 Genworth Cost of Care Survey show New Iberia’s average monthly fee for assisted living is above the state median of $3,748 by around $102 per month. However, it’s also below the national average by approximately $650.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in New Iberia

Individuals who qualify for Medicaid may be able to obtain partial or full coverage of assisted living facility services via a Community Choice Waiver, which allows Medicaid to cover ALF costs. 

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

Paying For Assisted Living in Louisiana

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.

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Among the surveyed senior care solutions in New Iberia, assisted living ranks as the most economical at approximately $3,415 per month. This rate runs almost $3,600 below the cost of nursing home care with semi-private accommodations. It also provides around $780 in savings over standard home health care fees.

Home Health Care

$4,195

Assisted Living Facility

$3,415

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$6,996

Note: Since data for New Iberia is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Lafayette, instead.

Free Assisted Living Resources in New Iberia

Although assisted living facilities are dedicated to helping the seniors in their care, they're not the only resource New Iberia's older citizens can call upon for assistance. The following list includes agencies that provide help for free. They support vets looking for the benefits they've earned and help seniors concerned about the quality of their care or unsure how to challenge denied health care benefits.

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Louisiana Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program(800) 738-2256The Louisiana Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program is an advocate for the rights of seniors residing in the state's residential care facilities. Its work often involves investigating complaints by residents, their families and third parties, followed by negotiating solutions with care providers if the complaint is deemed valid. Seniors comparing assisted living facilities in New Iberia for their long-term care plans can also request free copies of inspection reports from the ombudsman.
Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs(337) 373-0001The purpose of the Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs is to aid those who served the country, in addition to their spouses and dependents. Its services are wide-ranging and include helping vets get the state and federal benefits they're entitled to and supporting their compensation claims. It can also assist with burial entitlements and refer seniors to one of its five long-term residential care facilities in Louisiana if nonmedical care is no longer enough.
Cajun Area Agency on Aging(337) 373-0021The Cajun Area Agency on Aging is a state-approved organization dedicated to helping enhance the lives of seniors in its region. A subsection of the agency is the Iberia Voluntary Council on Aging, which administers many free and low-cost resources. These include legal assistance in matters of civil law, transportation within the city's limits (except in health care matters that necessitate longer journeys) and protective services for the elderly. It's also responsible for New Iberia's recreational services developed for seniors, such as the Center Street Meal Site and Senior Center.
SMILE Community Action Agency(337) 234-3272SMILE Community Action Agency supports residents throughout the parishes of Iberia, Lafayette and St. Martins. Its senior-suitable resources include RSVP, an AmeriCorps program that connects adults aged 55+ with nonprofits looking for volunteers, and the computer technology center, which helps those with limited IT experience.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in New Iberia

New Iberia Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living Facilities in Louisiana are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Louisiana page for more information about these laws.

Louisiana Assisted Living Laws and Regulations

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Review of Garden View Assisted Living New Iberia

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!

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Julie Schaubert

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Azalea Estates of New Iberia

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...

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LARRY PRINCE

I am/was a resident of this facility

Review of Garden View Assisted Living New Iberia

I'm a 72 year old Vet. of Viet Nam war Era.After 5 back operations,I was having trouble living at home alone,I needed help.I stayed in Garden View for about 9 months.The reason I left was...

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