
13 Memory Care Facilities near New Orleans, LA
There are 13 Memory Care Facilities in the New Orleans area, with 2 in New Orleans and 11 nearby.
The average cost of memory care in New Orleans is $4,987 per month. This is lower than the national median of $5,120. Cheaper nearby regions include Metairie with an average starting cost of $4,868.
To help you with your search, browse the 18 reviews below for memory care facilities in New Orleans. On average, consumers rate memory care in New Orleans 4.0 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Metairie with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Caring.com has helped thousands of families find high-quality senior care. To speak with one of our Family Advisors about memory care options and costs in New Orleans, call (855) 863-8283.
Top 10 Memory Care Facilities in New Orleans, LA
The Suites at Algiers Point
SummerHouse Vista Shores
Sunrise of Metairie
Academy House Residential Care Homes-...
Beau Maison by Peristyle Residences
Audubon Care Homes – Dreyfous House
Fidelis Scofield House
Laketown Village
Old Metairie Gardens by Peristyle Res...
The Blake at Colonial Club
St Anthony's Nursing Home
Metairie Heights by Peristyle Residences
Peristyle Residences - The Jefferson
What to Consider About Memory Care in New Orleans
Approximately 26.4 of Louisiana's residents were diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease in 2018, and this number is expected to increase by 26.4 percent by 2025. In New Orleans, 12.2 percent of the residents are senior citizens and those who need memory care can choose from five facilities with dedicated programs that must comply with special regulations set by the state, including specific training for employees who come into contact with patients who have dementia-related conditions. The Louisiana Department of Health oversees all adult residential care providers, including those with memory care units.
Residents of these units take care when they leave their memory care facility if they have respiratory issues since New Orleans has an air quality score that is slightly below the national average. New Orleans’ score is 52, but the national average is 58.
- Hot summers and mild winters might appeal to memory care patients who enjoy spending time outdoors. The city doesn’t usually see snow and January lows fall to around 44 degrees. An average of 63 inches of rain falls per year. July highs soar to around 91 degrees. Hurricanes are also a consideration during the Atlantic Hurricane season.
- The cost of living in the Big Easy is slightly above the national average. Nationally, the overall cost of living index is 100. It is 107.5 in New Orleans. The good news for memory care residents is that the cost of health index is much lower in New Orleans with a score of only 88, so getting medical care is less expensive than the national average.
- The crime rate in New Orleans is markedly higher than the national average. The property crime rate in the city 49.6, but the national rate is 38.1. The violent crime rate is 71.5 for the city, which is considerably higher than the 31.1 national rate.
- The New Orleans area is home to world-class medical facilities, including those specializing in brain health and dementia care such as Tulane Medical Center and Oschner, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
Paying for Memory Care in New Orleans
Average Monthly Costs
Cities in Louisiana
Memory Care costs in New Orleans start around $4,350 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,053 per month.
It’s important to note that memory care rates in New Orleans and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.
Financial Assistance for Memory Care in New Orleans
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Memory Care in Louisiana page.
More Ways to Pay for Memory Care
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Louisiana page.
Free Memory Care Resources in New Orleans
New Orleans and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in a memory care community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.
To see a list of free memory care resources in New Orleans, please visit our Memory Care in Louisiana page.
Memory Care Laws and Regulations in New Orleans
New Orleans-area memory care communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all memory care communities in Louisiana are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Louisiana page for more information about these laws.
Other Options in New Orleans, LA
Recent Reviews of Memory Care in New Orleans
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Review of The Suites at Algiers Point
The Suites at Algiers Point is a beautiful old building. They took an old building that's over 100 years old, and they completely redid the inside; it's beautiful. That was another place I would ha... Read more
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Review of SummerHouse Vista Shores
We had a productive visit. The facility itself was nice. The staff was very helpful, very knowledgeable, and the layout was good. It is a converted country club, so it has a lot of amenity rooms in... Read more
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