Southside Gardens Assisted Living Center

Offers Assisted Living and Independent Living

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4604 Perkins Road

Baton Rouge

70808

Southside Gardens Assisted Living Center

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Virginia 2019-02-12 My 99 year old mother has been at Southside Assisted Living for several years and frequently tells me, unsolicited, how comfortable, happy, safe, and well cared for she feels - The food is good - I get to sample it when I visit - There are frequent programs mostly from the community, school groups, etc. which she enjoys- I think there is an effort to keep residents involved in Life - The staff shows active interest in her well-being - I think she would join me in recommending Southside Assisted Living for your Loved One I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

5 5 1

Catherine 2018-07-04 We visited Southside Gardens, and the rooms we saw were nice, but a smaller facility. The director was great, and the employees are all good, but it was in a different part of town than where my dad was used to being in. They had activities, but not many, and they did not take them off the property. The dining area looked nice and clean, but the menu had few choices. It was a lot less expensive than other places. I visited this facility

5 4 1

Norman14 2015-12-21 Southside Gardens seemed like a nicely-run place. The staff who assisted me seemed friendly and knowledgeable. The facility is not as clean as the others I’ve seen. The rooms and the dining area are nice. The room has a bathroom and a kitchenette. I visited this facility

5 4 1

simkelxo 2012-10-11 Southside Gardens is located on a corner of a busy intersection in Baton Rouge, LA. At first glance, it looks like a fairly new apartment complex. I did not realize it was not an apartment complex until I noticed the words "Assisted Living" on the sign (the words were small). The facility is broken up into a main two storey building, and a few one-storey buildings broken up into individual apartments. The main building is also broken up into apartments. This is the building I saw firsthand. Inside, it's decorated like a very nice hotel, with a lobby containing a sign-in book, a front desk, and a couple of arm chairs with a flat screen tv for residents to watch. The apartment I visited was also very nice. The apartment had a living room, a small kitchenette, and a bedroom and bathroom. In the hallway outside of the apartment, there are skylights and an indoor garden. I was very impressed with this assisted living center. I visited this facility

5 5 1

Julia St. C. 2021-06-20 My mother lived there for several years in the independent living apartments. As far as the amenities go, the apartments are a very good value. They are well maintained, offering a little porch and a small garden, a feature hard to find in many senior communities. A stacking washer and dryer in each unit is a huge plus. Two meals a day are provided, and meals can be delivered when the weather is bad, or if residents don't want to walk to the dining hall that day. Basic housekeeping is also included (vacuum, mop, and clean bath fixtures/surfaces as well as kitchen floor and surfaces). Of course residents are expected to pick up after themselves, but the weekly cleaning service is good. Attic storage in the cottages is a nice plus for seasonal decorations, out of season clothing, etc. Small pets (cats, small dogs, birds, etc.) are allowed, and this is so critical in the lives of so many seniors who live alone. The fact that Southside is pet-friendly was a key factor in my mother's decision to move there. Most of the staff is very friendly and quick to respond to resident's needs, sometimes going over the top to help, especially a woman named Jerri, who I hope is still working there. The housekeeping staff is very nice as well. When my mother was there, the food was all right, but the menu choices were limited. I have heard they have a new chef, so hopefully that has changed. Southside is much more affordable than many similar facilities, and offers many activities for residents, as well as a chapel and hair salon.My mother also enjoyed walking the grounds for her exercise. Maintenance is usually prompt, but if you have a weekend or nighttime maintenance emergency requiring a professional (like a clogged toilet that does not respond to the efforts of staff members), there is no provision for that, and residents either go out of pocket for Roto Rooter or they won't be able to use the toilet. The staff on duty will try to resolve the problem themselves (they get a star for that!) but the owner of the facility does not allow staff to call a professional after hours or on weekends, and that is a serious consideration. That policy may have changed since my mother lived there, so please inquire about this before you commit to a lease. I gave them four stars instead of five only because of the lack of after-hours emergency maintenance, limited menu options (at that time), and due to the fact that there were a couple of staff members during my mother's stay there who were busybodies, and two other staff members who persistently proselytized their religious beliefs to residents. The rest of the staff is excellent. I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

5 4 1

Martha 2020-10-04 I lived in Southside Gardens and I loved it. Each person had a little cottage, but you had to go outside to go over to the dining room. Even though you really try to make it friendly for handicapped people, you can't keep the sidewalks clear. We had a terrific storm, so we couldn't get out to go across to the facility, so that was why I moved. They were wonderful. They had wonderful meals. I had a fenced yard and I liked the little cottages. I liked my front porch. It just was difficult for me using a walker. They have another facility on the property that is assisted living, but I was in independent living. Everybody was nice there. This is a unique situation; I used a walker, so it wasn't conducive due to that. I called 911 one day and the manager ran over there and got my dog and took him to the vet for boarding for me. Just doing extra things that they don't have to do. They had a chef who owns a restaurant here in Baton Rouge and the meals were just wonderful. They provided two meals, but they didn't have breakfast. The place was beautiful. They had all this landscaping, they kept all the cabins spotless on the outside, and they had a weekly yard service. It was wonderful. Their activities were similar to others. I was paying more there, but I had a full kitchen and I had a washer and a dryer in my apartment. I am/was a resident of this facility

5 5 1

Baby-Boomer 2018-07-26 We visited someone who lived at the facility and I was disappointed with some aspects of the facility. The rooms are extremely small and not very clean. Some areas definitely need some maintenance attention. I was very disappointed. I visited this facility

5 3 1

June 2017-08-21 My parents liked Southside Gardens. They liked the fact that it didn’t have interior quarters, only small cottages that were a nice size. They were very satisfied with the food. They had the opportunity to meet the residents and had a good feeling about the place. I visited this facility

5 5 1

jackie044588 2017-05-31 Southside Gardens is probably where my father would go. It fits better within his budget. The amenities were good. The staff was very friendly and very caring. They have 2 different types of private area. The private rooms were smaller than those at another community, but the staff appeared to be just as caring. It was not as new, but the location was just as close to my father's present house, and the price was more fitting with his income at present without getting any assistance. And if residents needed to have special appointments, they were able to bring them to that and stay with the residents if they needed to. I visited this facility

5 4 1

LA103561 2016-10-13 I’ve been to Southside Gardens, and it’s very nice. The apartments are very bright and very inviting. The people I talked to were very professional and very nice. The facilities were extremely clean, and the residents seemed happy. It’s in a very good neighborhood, and a lot of things are close by that make it convenient for people that live there. I visited this facility

5 4 1

Gary116818450 2015-12-02 I am in the independent-living part Southside Gardens. It is a nice place. They serve two meals a day. If you want a third meal, you have to pay a little extra money for it. The food is pretty good. Today, we have a Thanksgiving dinner for all the patrons and residents. The staff are very friendly. I am occupying a one-bedroom apartment. I have a big living room, a dining room, and a very large bedroom. My bathroom has a bathtub and shower, and there are handles all over so that we do not slip. The kitchen is small, but it has everything in it -- a stove, a refrigerator, and a dishwasher. The people here are nice; I have not met a grumpy person yet. They provide me transportation wherever I want to go. They have a bus, and if we want to go to the casino, they take us all to the casino. Every Saturday, they take us to Walmart. I am/was a resident of this facility

5 4 1

4604 Perkins Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70808

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February 12, 2019

By Virginia

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

My 99 year old mother has been at Southside Assisted Living for several years and frequently tells me, unsolicited, how comfortable, happy, safe, and well cared for she feels - The food is good - I get to sample it when I visit - There are frequent programs mostly from the community, school groups, etc. which she enjoys- I think there is an effort to keep residents involved in Life - The staff shows active interest in her well-being - I think she would join me in recommending Southside Assisted Living for your Loved One

July 04, 2018

By Catherine

I visited this facility

We visited Southside Gardens, and the rooms we saw were nice, but a smaller facility. The director was great, and the employees are all good, but it was in a different part of town than where my dad was used to being in. They had activities, but not many, and they did not take them off the property. The dining area looked nice and clean, but the menu had few choices. It was a lot less expensive than other places.

December 21, 2015

By Norman14

I visited this facility

Southside Gardens seemed like a nicely-run place. The staff who assisted me seemed friendly and knowledgeable. The facility is not as clean as the others I’ve seen. The rooms and the dining area are nice. The room has a bathroom and a kitchenette.

October 11, 2012

By simkelxo

I visited this facility

Southside Gardens is located on a corner of a busy intersection in Baton Rouge, LA. At first glance, it looks like a fairly new apartment complex. I did not realize it was not an apartment complex until I noticed the words "Assisted Living" on the sign (the words were small). The facility is broken up into a main two storey building, and a few one-storey buildings broken up into individual apartments. The main building is also broken up into apartments. This is the building I saw firsthand. Inside, it's decorated like a very nice hotel, with a lobby containing a sign-in book, a front desk, and a couple of arm chairs with a flat screen tv for residents to watch. The apartment I visited was also very nice. The apartment had a living room, a small kitchenette, and a bedroom and bathroom. In the hallway outside of the apartment, there are skylights and an indoor garden. I was very impressed with this assisted living center.

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June 20, 2021

By Julia St. C.

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

My mother lived there for several years in the independent living apartments. As far as the amenities go, the apartments are a very good value. They are well maintained, offering a little porch and a small garden, a feature hard to find in many senior communities. A stacking washer and dryer in each unit is a huge plus. Two meals a day are provided, and meals can be delivered when the weather is bad, or if residents don't want to walk to the dining hall that day. Basic housekeeping is also included (vacuum, mop, and clean bath fixtures/surfaces as well as kitchen floor and surfaces). Of course residents are expected to pick up after themselves, but the weekly cleaning service is good. Attic storage in the cottages is a nice plus for seasonal decorations, out of season clothing, etc. Small pets (cats, small dogs, birds, etc.) are allowed, and this is so critical in the lives of so many seniors who live alone. The fact that Southside is pet-friendly was a key factor in my mother's decision to move there. Most of the staff is very friendly and quick to respond to resident's needs, sometimes going over the top to help, especially a woman named Jerri, who I hope is still working there. The housekeeping staff is very nice as well. When my mother was there, the food was all right, but the menu choices were limited. I have heard they have a new chef, so hopefully that has changed. Southside is much more affordable than many similar facilities, and offers many activities for residents, as well as a chapel and hair salon.My mother also enjoyed walking the grounds for her exercise. Maintenance is usually prompt, but if you have a weekend or nighttime maintenance emergency requiring a professional (like a clogged toilet that does not respond to the efforts of staff members), there is no provision for that, and residents either go out of pocket for Roto Rooter or they won't be able to use the toilet. The staff on duty will try to resolve the problem themselves (they get a star for that!) but the owner of the facility does not allow staff to call a professional after hours or on weekends, and that is a serious consideration. That policy may have changed since my mother lived there, so please inquire about this before you commit to a lease. I gave them four stars instead of five only because of the lack of after-hours emergency maintenance, limited menu options (at that time), and due to the fact that there were a couple of staff members during my mother's stay there who were busybodies, and two other staff members who persistently proselytized their religious beliefs to residents. The rest of the staff is excellent.

October 04, 2020

By Martha

I am/was a resident of this facility

I lived in Southside Gardens and I loved it. Each person had a little cottage, but you had to go outside to go over to the dining room. Even though you really try to make it friendly for handicapped people, you can't keep the sidewalks clear. We had a terrific storm, so we couldn't get out to go across to the facility, so that was why I moved. They were wonderful. They had wonderful meals. I had a fenced yard and I liked the little cottages. I liked my front porch. It just was difficult for me using a walker. They have another facility on the property that is assisted living, but I was in independent living. Everybody was nice there. This is a unique situation; I used a walker, so it wasn't conducive due to that. I called 911 one day and the manager ran over there and got my dog and took him to the vet for boarding for me. Just doing extra things that they don't have to do. They had a chef who owns a restaurant here in Baton Rouge and the meals were just wonderful. They provided two meals, but they didn't have breakfast. The place was beautiful. They had all this landscaping, they kept all the cabins spotless on the outside, and they had a weekly yard service. It was wonderful. Their activities were similar to others. I was paying more there, but I had a full kitchen and I had a washer and a dryer in my apartment.

July 26, 2018

By Baby-Boomer

I visited this facility

We visited someone who lived at the facility and I was disappointed with some aspects of the facility. The rooms are extremely small and not very clean. Some areas definitely need some maintenance attention. I was very disappointed.

August 21, 2017

By June

I visited this facility

My parents liked Southside Gardens. They liked the fact that it didn’t have interior quarters, only small cottages that were a nice size. They were very satisfied with the food. They had the opportunity to meet the residents and had a good feeling about the place.

May 31, 2017

By jackie044588

I visited this facility

Southside Gardens is probably where my father would go. It fits better within his budget. The amenities were good. The staff was very friendly and very caring. They have 2 different types of private area. The private rooms were smaller than those at another community, but the staff appeared to be just as caring. It was not as new, but the location was just as close to my father's present house, and the price was more fitting with his income at present without getting any assistance. And if residents needed to have special appointments, they were able to bring them to that and stay with the residents if they needed to.

October 13, 2016

By LA103561

I visited this facility

I’ve been to Southside Gardens, and it’s very nice. The apartments are very bright and very inviting. The people I talked to were very professional and very nice. The facilities were extremely clean, and the residents seemed happy. It’s in a very good neighborhood, and a lot of things are close by that make it convenient for people that live there.

December 02, 2015

By Gary116818450

I am/was a resident of this facility

I am in the independent-living part Southside Gardens. It is a nice place. They serve two meals a day. If you want a third meal, you have to pay a little extra money for it. The food is pretty good. Today, we have a Thanksgiving dinner for all the patrons and residents. The staff are very friendly. I am occupying a one-bedroom apartment. I have a big living room, a dining room, and a very large bedroom. My bathroom has a bathtub and shower, and there are handles all over so that we do not slip. The kitchen is small, but it has everything in it -- a stove, a refrigerator, and a dishwasher. The people here are nice; I have not met a grumpy person yet. They provide me transportation wherever I want to go. They have a bus, and if we want to go to the casino, they take us all to the casino. Every Saturday, they take us to Walmart.

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Describe the overall population of assisted living residents at Southside Gardens Assisted Living Center. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?

Our residents ages range from 75-100 years young!

What programs or activities does Southside Gardens Assisted Living Center offer to enrich residents' well-being?

Our activities ranging from Memory Jogs, to Ring Tossing, Exercise, Entertainment, Special Events, Art, Crafts, Community Rides and more.

What places are near Southside Gardens Assisted Living Center or within walking distance for assisted living residents to enjoy?

We are located on 5acres of land and our residents are welcome to stroll on the grounds.

What transportation services does Southside Gardens Assisted Living Center offer to assisted living residents?

We have a bus that takes residents to doctor appointments and outings.

What makes the chef or dining program at Southside Gardens Assisted Living Center exceptional? What kind of menu can assisted living residents expect?

We are fortunate to have Chef Celeste and her very talented team, to prepare our delicious meals. We offer traditional home style cooking daily. Breakfast is at 8am, lunch is served at 12pm, and dinner at 5pm.

What safety features or security measures does Southside Gardens Assisted Living Center offer to assisted living residents?

We have cameras on our property, on our floors and our receptionist front desk faces the entry way.

How does Southside Gardens Assisted Living Center keep residents' families informed about their loved ones?

We provide direct communication with the family members and/or the Power of Attorney. We will notify you through a phone, a face to face meeting, email, text whichever is your preferred mode of communication.

What is the care staff-to-resident ratio at Southside Gardens Assisted Living Center during daytime and nighttime hours?

We take pride in offering 2:8 staffing ratio.

If Southside Gardens Assisted Living Center accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?

As much as we love four legged friends, for the safety of all residents we do not allow pets in our facility.

What ongoing senior care training does the staff receive?

The staff receives monthly training on various subjects including care, newest trends, updates on the law and much more.

Describe the overall population of independent living residents at Southside Gardens Assisted Living Center. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?

Our Independent Living residents range from 55 to 101. They enjoy our exercise class, our water aerobics in the summer time, our activities to various restaurants and events.

What places are nearby for independent living residents to enjoy?

We're located in the heart of South Baton Rouge home of the LSU Fighting Tigers! The best restaurants are located within a couple of miles from our property.

What are some recent off-site events that the community activity director at Southside Gardens Assisted Living Center has organized?

We have had trips to the Burden Botanical Gardens to celebrate National Arbor Day. We just went for lunch to the Olive Garden and coming up we have a Lunch & Shop trip to The Royal Standard. We also attend LSU games and events.

What transportation services does Southside Gardens Assisted Living Center offer to independent living residents?

We offer a bus that will take you shopping, to the doctor and to group outings.

What makes the chef or dining program at Southside Gardens Assisted Living Center exceptional? What kind of menu can independent living residents expect?

Our Chef Celeste is a local legend! She develops the meals and along with her talented team they offer traditional meals. For example, on Mondays, she will offer Red Beans Rice & Sausage. For our residents, who do not wish to have that meal, she offers chicken cordon bleu, or chicken with mushrooms, rice

What common areas are available for independent living residents?

We have a centrally located, well-appointed living room where our residents gather to watch tv and movies. We also have an activities room for presentations, arts and crafts and get together events.

What safety features or security measures does Southside Gardens Assisted Living Center offer to independent living residents?

We offer staff 24-7 on property as well as cameras throughout our property.

If Southside Gardens Assisted Living Center accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?

We do accept dogs and cats up to 40lbs. We have designated outdoors areas for our furry friends to enjoy around our property.

Does Southside Gardens Assisted Living Center work with an agency or registry to provide nursing and medical assistance as needed?

We offer Health Plus medical assistance and it is located on our property. The cost is $350 per month payable directly to HealthPlus.

What safety features or security measures does Southside Gardens Assisted Living Center provide to protect residents who wander?

Our staff is focused on the resident and we ensure that they do not live the premises. However, we must state that we are not a lock down facility.

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Rent Plus Care Fees
Assisted Living Starting At: $3800/month
Independent Living Starting At: $2150/month

Room and housing options

1-bedroom apartments
2-bedroom apartments
Companion Suites: We Do Offer Companion Suites
Housing Extra: 48 Capacity

Dining options

In Room Kitchens
Dining Room Shared Meals
Room Service For Meals

Features

Beauty Barber Shop
Resident Transportation
Garden And Patio
Resident Parking
Pool
Features Extra: Library

Cleaning services

Laundry For Linens
Housekeeping
Laundry For Clothing

Technology and entertainment

Technology Extra: Emergency Intercom System

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Offsite Activities
Music
Games
Religious Services
Arts And Crafts
Activities Extra: Technology Class

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Guest Parking

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Special Diets

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English

General

Resident Capacity: 138
Staff Patient Ratio: Yes
Pets: Small Pets Allowed

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Range Of Services Extra: Podiatric Care

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Exercise
Memory Care
Meal Preparation

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State Licenses: 5683

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About Southside Gardens Assisted Living Center

Southside Gardens Retirement and Assisted Living Center is senior living at its best! SSG is family owned and operated, we have been known as “The Next Best Place to Home” for over 20 years. We are conveniently located near the interstate, great shopping areas and wonderful restaurants. We are also accessible to the best medical facilities in the city. Southside Gardens offers a beautiful community with comfortable, spacious, affordable apartments surrounded by winding pathways and beautiful gardens.

Your Personal Garden Oasis

Our independent living garden apartments are situated on five beautifully landscaped acres. Each is located on the ground floor with its own porch and fully equipped kitchen. In addition, we have a swimming pool where we offer water aerobics during the summer, and exercise classes year round.

For those needing more care:

Southside Gardens offers a beautiful community of comfortable apartments for those needing supervision and assistance with daily activities. Our professional staff has been carefully trained to give the best care and service to our residents. We provide the very best resident/staff ratio of any other assisted living community in the region. Our Care Plans give the resident the highest level of assistance at the most affordable cost.

Why Choose Us?

Southside Gardens Assisted Living is an active member of the Louisiana Assisted Living Association.

We are located in the heart of the city, with extremely easy access from Interstate 10. Our community is less than ½ mile from Southdowns Fire Station, providing excellent response time for any emergencies. Also, convenient shopping and wonderful restaurants are nearby.

Southside Gardens Assisted Living does not require any lease! We are the only community that offers this, without a monthly rental increase. Southside Gardens Assisted Living also offers extra temporary assistance should your loved one become ill. We do not charge any additional fees within the month for this. Specialists from the Our Lady of the Lake Senior Care Center see residents needing medical attention every other Friday. We have the personal touch…we are truly one big happy family.

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