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The 3 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Slidell, LA for 2024

Slidell, LA, which is located on the shores of Lake Pontchartrain, offers beautiful scenery, many parks and the Olde Town historic district. Slidell has a population of about 28,600 residents, and of these, 18.6% are seniors ages 65 and up. The city’s low cost of living and below-average health care costs can be beneficial to its senior folks. The city’s residents are served by the Slidell Memorial Hospital, offering numerous specialties.

As people get older, they sometimes struggle to live comfortably and safely on their own. Assisted living communities offer help with personal care, medication management, housekeeping and laundry. Seniors can benefit from the many activities, special events and opportunities for socialization that assisted living provides. These facilities typically charge around $3,973 per month for rent and care. This is lower than the national average of $4,500 but somewhat higher than the Louisiana average of $3,748.

Using this guide, seniors and their families can discover more about assisted living and how it compares to other types of senior care. The guide also presents benefits and drawbacks of Slidell, information on paying for assisted living and a list of senior-friendly resources.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Slidell

Louisiana licenses and regulates assisted living facilities through its Department of Health. Its licensing process ensures quality of care for seniors and establishes proper standards for assisted living providers. The state provides an online list of licensed facilities listing level of care, capacity and contact information for each.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Slidell

  • Slidell’s cost of living is lower than the national average. The U.S. cost of living stands at 100 on a 100-point scale, and Slidell’s cost of living comes in at 90.8. Its housing score is 68.6, while utilities figure at 88.4 and groceries at 95.8. These reduced costs can help seniors balance their budgets more easily.
  • The city’s health care costs also fall below the national average. Again, the U.S. average is 100 on a 100-point scale. Slidell’s costs stand at 95.3, which means that residents will pay about 4.7% less for health care than the average U.S. citizen. The city also boasts a higher number of physicians on average than many places in the United States.
  • While Slidell’s summers can be hot and humid, the city’s winters are quite comfortable. The winter climate index comes in at 7.8 on a scale of 10. Average January lows run about 40 degrees, and there is typically little or no snowfall. The overall comfort index stands at 6.9, just below the U.S. average of 7.
  • The Slidell Memorial Hospital handles many of the city’s health care needs. This full-service hospital offers an emergency department, a cancer center, surgery, a cardiology center and an allergy and immunology program. The hospital also provides a wide range of classes and support groups to help patients learn about and cope with health care issues.
  • Louisiana seniors may be eligible for tax breaks. The state does not tax Social Security in some circumstances, and it offers an annual retirement income exclusion and federal retirement benefits exclusion. Accountants and tax preparers can help seniors determine their eligibility for these tax breaks.

Paying for Assisted Living in Slidell

Seniors in Slidell can expect to pay an average of $3,973 per month for assisted living care, depending on the care package and accommodations they require.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Assisted living costs in Slidell stand in the middle of the cost spectrum compared to other Louisiana cities. The city comes in significantly under the U.S. average of $4,500 but over the Louisiana average by $225. Some Louisiana cities charge higher rates for assisted living. Houma’s prices run over $820 more than those of Slidell, and Baton Rouge’s costs are also more expensive at $4,125. Prices in Shreveport and Lafayette are lower, at $3,870 and $3,850.

Slidel

$3,973

Louisiana

$3,748

United States

$4,500

Baton Rouge

$4,125

Lafayette

$3,850

Houma

$4,800

Shreveport

$3,870

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Seniors in Slidell can choose from several types of senior care. Those who prefer to remain in their own homes might take advantage of adult day programs that offer health monitoring and socialization. These are less expensive than assisted living by over $1,500 per month. In-home care and home health care, however, are slightly more expensive, coming in at $4,195 per month, but they do not require a stressful move. Nursing home care is $1,958 more than assisted living.

In-Home Care

$4,195

Home Health Care

$4,195

Adult Day Health Care

$1,408

Assisted Living Facility

$3,973

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$5,931

Note: Data for Slidell was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, New Orleans, was used instead.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Slidell

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 & Low-Cost Assisted Living Resources in Slidell

Slidell seniors have access to many useful resources and programs. They can find information and assistance at the Council on Aging, gather at the activity center, connect with an ombudsman or veterans service office or receive free legal aid.

ResourceContactService
Council on Aging St. Tammany(985) 892-0377The Council on Aging St. Tammany offers nutrition programs, transportation and health and wellness programs for senior citizens. The council also provides a wealth of information in an easy-to-access format so that seniors have the facts they need about everything from assistance programs to care options.
Slidell Activity Center(985) 641-1852Seniors are invited to gather at the Slidell Activity Center for morning Coffee & Conversation, games, exercise classes and crafts. Lunch is served daily, and seniors can also participate in parties and special events, including the annual “Senior Prom.” Several clubs are available, too.
Louisiana Ombudsman Program(800) 833-9883The Louisiana Ombudsman Program provides support for residents of long-term care communities. The ombudsman listens carefully to residents' complaints and difficulties and strives to find solutions. They also provide information about residents' rights and guidance to care facilities.
St. Tammany Parish (East) Veterans Service Office(985) 645-3500The Veterans Service Office educates veterans and their families about the benefits they may receive through state and federal veterans' programs. The office also provides help with applications and assistance with problem-solving. Benefits may include pensions, health care and burial funds.
Southeast Louisiana Legal Services(800) 891-0076Southeast Louisiana Legal Services provides legal assistance to low-income seniors in the areas of government benefits, taxes, wills, bankruptcy, family law and landlord-tenant conflicts. Self-help desks and online self-help tools are available, and the organization offers community education seminars on a variety of topics.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Slidell

Slidell 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.

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Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Wanda

I visited this facility

Review of Oak Park Village at Slidell

Oak Park Village at Slidell was very homey. Outside the doors were decorated and it was like it had a front porch. So it felt like you were going down a road more so than just going down a hallway....

Provider response

Thank you so much for sharing your experience visiting Oak Park Village at Slidell. We appreciate your kind words and the detailed description of your observations. It's wonderful to hear that the...

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Ron

I visited this facility

Review of Oak Park Village at Slidell

I liked the open floor plan at Oak Park Village at Slidell and its pretty buildings. The staff seemed very nice and helpful. The place was very nice, colorful, well-kept, and clean. There was a...

Provider response

Thank you so much for your positive review! We are so grateful for your kind words and the feedback you provided about Oak Park Village at Slidell. We're delighted to know that you found the open...

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Michael

I visited this facility

Review of Oak Park Village at Slidell

We went to Oak Park Village at Slidell. They were doing some activities with the residents. They were playing bingo. The facility was good. It wasn't a raggedy place. It was nice, neat, orderly...

Provider response

We sincerely appreciate your visit to Oak Park Village at Slidell and are delighted to hear your positive feedback about our community. Ensuring a clean, orderly, and engaging environment for our...

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