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516 E Flournoy Lucas Road, Shreveport, LA 71115
4.6
(31 reviews)
"Azalea Estates of Shreveport is by far the best of the three I visited, but it is also way more costly than I can afford. It is a magnificent place. There is a stove in the apartment, which makes the price worth it. The other places don't have stoves..."
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7110 University Drive, Shreveport, LA 71105
4.5
(16 reviews)
"I toured Brookdale Shreveport. I was really impressed with the way the place looked and with the people that were there. Somebody that I knew was staying there, and she was happy as she could be. So I had a really good impression of the place. The pe..."
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8622 Line Avenue, Shreveport, LA 71106
4.3
(9 reviews)
"My mother moved into The Gables Assisted Living. I like the fact that I was out of the state and the director was willing to do a Facetime tour with me, an in-person tour instead of just sending me floor plans of the facility. She took the time to do..."
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9100 East Kings Highway, Shreveport, LA 71115
4.3
(14 reviews)
"Montclair Park Assisted Living is the best place I have found in the Shreveport area. They're just great. Mom is already a resident there. They're real apartments, and they're all great. The staff is fantastic. She's only been there a couple of weeks..."
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403 E Flournoy Lucas Rd, Shreveport, LA 71115
3.9
(13 reviews)
"Our tour of The Glen Stiles Apartments was conducted very professionally, and they showed us what they had to offer. The staff was very accommodating. We looked at a 1-bedroom apartment because my wife wanted to be able to cook. We liked everything t..."
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600 E Flournoy Lucas Rd, Shreveport, LA 71115
3.7
(10 reviews)
"My first choice is The Oaks of Louisiana. The facilities are very nice. The grounds are beautiful. Even though it's a large facility, everything is kind of close to the central areas. In some of the other places, there are very long walks like the di..."
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734 W 68th St, Shreveport, LA 71106
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READ MORE1987 Downing Street, Shreveport, LA 71107
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READ MORE360 Jordan St, Shreveport, LA 71101
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2540 Beene Boulevard, Bossier City, LA 71111
4.5
(9 reviews)
"My mother will be moving into Brookdale Bossier City, and they were very nice and very helpful. We haven't moved in yet, but I liked the daily routines they have. I like that they have somebody on call 24 hours a day. There's someone there, and they ..."
READ MORE2000 Blake Boulevard, Bossier City, LA 71111
5.0
(2 reviews)
"The Blake at Bossier City was very nice. It was a new facility, and everything was very clean, very elegant, and very stylish. They had a very nice entryway and very friendly staff. I looked at their dining area and it was very nice with tablecloths,..."
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4828 Medical Dr, Bossier City, LA 71112
4.2
(19 reviews)
"We toured the Bloom at Bossier's assisted living. The place was in Bossier and that's probably the only drawback because my friend's people are in Shreveport. When we went there, they were having activities for the seniors. They say that they take th..."
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4770 Brandon Blvd, Bossier City, LA 71111
4.1
(6 reviews)
"I went here and toured the rooms, the eating facility, and the main lobby. The dining area was nice. The staff was friendly, and the residents seemed content and happy. I was impressed with it. It was topnotch...."
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1524 Doctors Drive, Bossier City, LA 71111
3.5
(4 reviews)
"My father is in Pilgrim Manor. We chose it because I had a friend's mom that had been there for about 13 years, and she's been pleased. It's close to my house. The staff that I've dealt with has been so good to my father. I met with them and had a me..."
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2901 Douglas Dr, Bossier City, LA 71111
"Welcome to Cypress Point Nursing LLC! Cypress Point Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is conveniently located just minutes away from Willis Kn..."
READ MOREShreveport’s position as the tri-state economic regional hub, known as Ark-La-Tex, may account for its above-average assisted living fees. It also may explain why it’s costlier than nearby Louisiana cities, with Alexandria averaging $2,900 and Monroe averaging $2,650. Across the Texas border, but still in Ark-La-Tex, the fees for Texarkana are also low, at $2,770, although Longview’s seniors typically pay $4,275.
Shreveport
$3,870
Louisiana
$3,748
United States
$4,500
Monroe
$2,650
Alexandria
$2,900
Longview, Texas
$4,275
Texarkana, Texas
$2,770
The 2021 Genworth Cost of Care Survey shows Shreveport’s seniors should expect to pay $3,870 per month for assisted living care. This cost is around $122 per month more than the average Louisiana senior, but a monthly savings of $630 compared to the typical American.
Eligible seniors Shreveport, Louisiana seniors can find a number of state and federal assistance programs to help with the cost of an assisted living facility. These include the Community Choices Waiver (CCW) and Supplemental Security Income Category G.
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.
Assisted living’s average fee of $3,870 is costlier than the nearest equivalent service, in-home care, which has a median cost of $3,241. Home health care is a medical service that also averages $3,241 per month. However, as it’s a limited service without the scope or level of care nursing homes provide, its fees are naturally below that provider’s median of $5,384 per month. The most affordable option is adult day health care, at $1,842.
In-Home Care
$3,241
Home Health Care
$3,241
Adult Day Health Care
$1,842
Assisted Living Facility
$3,870
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$5,384
Shreveport seniors can access a wealth of free resources from agencies and organizations that help the city’s older residents. The resources listed here aren’t exhaustive but can inform seniors who want to help their community and those looking to socialize more with their peers. There’s also support for veterans and assisted living residents unhappy with the quality of their care.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Retired and Senior Volunteer Program | (318) 676-5186 | The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program connects adults aged 55+ with local government agencies and nonprofits that need volunteers. Some roles enable volunteers to use their existing skills, while others will require training. As RSVP is an AmeriCorps program, volunteers receive free accident and liability insurance during service hours. |
| Shreveport Vet Center | (318) 861-1776 | Shreveport Vet Center specializes in counseling services for vets and their dependents struggling with psychological and emotional issues. It can also refer visitors with suicidal thoughts, substance abuse and addiction. The facility operates from 8 a.m. Mondays to Saturdays and doesn't require visitors to enroll in VA health care. |
| Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (318) 676-7900 | Seniors in assisted living who have issues with their care should contact the Long-Term Care Ombudsman, a free service with authority to investigate complaints. Complainants' anonymity is paramount, as ombudsmen typically deal with complaints in confidence while negotiating solutions with care providers. |
| Shreveport Senior Centers | (318) 676-7900 | CADDO Council on Aging manages several senior centers in Caddo Parish. Each center focuses on enriching its members' lives through participating in mentally and physically stimulating activities. These include balance training, technology classes and regular presentations designed to inspire seniors and encourage them to welcome new experiences. |
| Acadiana Legal Service Corporation | (800) 826-9265 | The Acadiana Legal Service Corporation is a nonprofit law firm committed to ensuring vulnerable, low-income Shreveport residents can access quality legal advice and representation. It only handles civil law cases, including subjects such as health care, consumer debt, insurance and individual rights. |
Shreveport 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.
Assisted Living
Don.3
5.0
Review of Brookdale Shreveport
I toured Brookdale Shreveport. I was really impressed with the way the place looked and with the people that were there. Somebody that I knew was staying there, and she was happy as she could be....
Assisted Living
Christina
5.0
Review of The Gables Assisted Living
My mother moved into The Gables Assisted Living. I like the fact that I was out of the state and the director was willing to do a Facetime tour with me, an in-person tour instead of just sending me...
Assisted Living
Sherry
5.0
Review of Brookdale Shreveport
Brookdale Shreveport was the one I liked the most. It was more open. There was a lot of light in it. The people were extremely friendly. They showed me some rooms with furniture in them. They were...
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