Shreveport is a city in Louisiana that is located on the banks of the Red River. The average monthly cost of nursing home care in Shreveport is $5,536, according to the Genworth Cost of Care Survey 2020. This is over $2,000 less than the national average of $7,756, which makes Shreveport an attractive city for seniors looking at long-term care options. The city has a population of 187,111 and around 15.5% of residents are aged 65 and older.
Nursing home care is a long-term care option for seniors with chronic illnesses who require 24/7 medical care and assistance. Skilled nursing care in the facilities is provided by registered nurses who are always available to assist residents and monitor their health. This makes nursing home care, in general, an expensive option and seniors who don’t require this level of care may want to look at alternate options such as assisted living and home care services.
This guide looks at the costs of nursing home care in Shreveport and surrounding cities as well as the costs of alternative care options in the city. Additionally, it looks at resources that may assist seniors in the Shreveport area.