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In Louisiana, assisted living provides long-term housing and care for active seniors. The cost of assisted living in Louisiana ranges from $3,000 to $6,000 a month, or $36,000 to $72,000 annually, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data from its brand partners. Assisted living in Louisiana can be a good fit for seniors looking for a warm location with Southern hospitality and an affordable cost of living.
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How we determine rankings
Our 2023 state ranking for assisted living uses A Place for Mom’s proprietary data collected from our community partners. First, we sorted through our metrics and grouped them into three pillars that are key in a quality assisted living experience. We weighted these pillars differently based on insights from our senior living experts. Then, we used these categories and their weighting to determine how each state ranks. Read our full methodology
Top ranked Louisiana cities for assisted living overall
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Top ranked Louisiana cities - Services & Amenities
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Top ranked Louisiana cities - Affordability
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Top ranked Louisiana cities - Ratings
Food quality and choices could be improved upon. I like that I feel safe with my mom at this facility. I like that they know the clients and will report any variations immediately
My MIL is currently a resident and seems to like The Gables. It has a friendly, family oriented feel, and the staff goes over and beyond to make the residents feel at home. The cost is at the lower end of...
The cleanliness and the staff is good and they have long term retention, warm and caring atmosphere. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other families.
My loved one is a resident at The Suites at Algiers Point and overall the experience has been good. We have had no problems. The food is acceptable, not outstanding. Sometimes communication with the family...
time there he likes the meals and everyone is very nice The facility is clean and well managed, and the services are extremely well priced for the quality. I’m really glad that we made this decision for...
They could improve on activities by having a more formal program to keep their residents engaged. However, the best things are the staff are very good and really take care and pride of taking care of their...
They could improve on activities by having a more formal program to keep their residents engaged. However, the best things are the staff are very good and really take care and pride of taking care of their...
The staff at Lafreniere Assisted Living is responsive to family and exercises good communication. We chose this place because it was clean, had a safe unit and was affordable for our family.
time there he likes the meals and everyone is very nice The facility is clean and well managed, and the services are extremely well priced for the quality. I’m really glad that we made this decision for...
The cleanliness and the staff is good and they have long term retention, warm and caring atmosphere. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other families.
I do like living here. I like the friendliness of the other residents as well as the staff and administrator. I would recommend this community to other families based on the experience I have had so far!
Holly Court has been terrific! They will reach out to you if there's any problem. They have complete transparency. They were willing to help us out immediately.
The Brookdale has been a great experience for my parents after leaving their home of 48 years. This was a very tough year for my parents and Brookdale immediately became home to them. Any issues they may...
The staff is extremely friendly - they check on the in laws multiple times a day. The housekeeping is good - laundry is done once week unless you pay more for it. This has been an issue, it would be nice if...
Our loved one is doing well at The Blake at Lafayette community. The staff members are caring and provide good quality of life care. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would absolutely recommend...
The median monthly cost of assisted living in Louisiana is about $4,100, which is significantly less expensive than the approximate national median monthly cost of assisted living, which is $4,800, according to A Place for Mom’s internal data from its brand partners. For budget-aware seniors, this is a difference of $700 a month compared to the national median.
It’s a good idea to look at median costs instead of average costs because median costs aren’t normally influenced by extreme values, such as high-amenity communities or budget-friendly communities located in the state. In Louisiana, the 10th percentile monthly cost is around $3,100, while the 90th percentile monthly cost is about $6,000.
The cost of assisted living varies among communities. However, pricing typically takes into account the level of care required by a resident. The community’s location, floor plans, services, and amenities also influence cost. In Louisiana, communities may be priced higher in areas closer to desired amenities, such as the Gulf Coast beaches and the New Orleans metro. While these assisted living costs in Louisiana may feel pricey in comparison to the cost of living, some Louisianans may qualify for Medicaid or Medicare. These programs can cover some costs associated with senior living.
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Planning ahead for assisted living costs is key. Your loved one can potentially pay for assisted living in Louisiana through a combination of private and public pay options. In the section below, you’ll find a variety of resources that can be used to cover assisted living costs in this state. To learn more about payment options, visit our complete guide to paying for long-term care.
Private pay options available to seniors can be used to pay for expenses related to assisted living in Louisiana.
Selling a home in Louisiana can help your loved one pay for assisted living costs. Selling a house
If your loved one has substantial equity in their home in Louisiana, they may be able to access that money through a reverse mortgage. Reverse mortgage
If your loved one uses a health savings account, they may be able to use that toward the costs of assisted living in Louisiana. Health savings accounts
Your loved one may be able to leverage their life insurance policy to pay for assisted living costs in Louisiana. Life insurance
Ask your loved one if they have a long-term care insurance policy, as it may cover their assisted living costs in Louisiana. Long-term care insurance
Eligible seniors can use Social Security benefits to help them pay for assisted living costs in Louisiana. Social Security benefits for assisted living
Your loved one may be able to reduce the need for private pay options by qualifying for VA benefits. Many veterans, veteran spouses, surviving spouses, and other military-connected individuals may not be aware that they are eligible for VA benefits that can help cover the cost of assisted living in Louisiana.
It can be helpful to seek benefits counseling to learn about the benefits available to your family member. The Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs (LDVA) offers benefits counseling and other support to military-connected individuals. LDVA is headquartered in Baton Rouge and has more than 20 LDVA veteran service locations throughout the state. Seniors can read through the LDVA Guide to Veterans Benefits to discover benefits available in Louisiana.
Veterans service organizations may also be able to provide support for Louisiana’s veterans. You can find them through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs eBenefits portal. Click on “Find a new Representative” and apply via mail or fax to search for VSOs by your ZIP code.
The Louisiana Department of Health administers the Medicaid program in this state. As a joint federal and state program, Medicaid in Louisiana provides health care insurance to eligible low-income people. Louisianans can apply online for Medicaid through the Louisiana Medicaid Self-Service Portal or by calling 1-888-342-6207. It can cover some eligible costs, such as personal assistance services, assistive devices, and medical supplies, associated with assisted living for qualified participants through the Community Choices Waiver. Eligible seniors can apply for this program by calling 877-456-1146. There may be a waitlist for this program.
As a federal health care program, Medicare covers eligible health care costs for qualified individuals 65 or older. This program doesn’t cover room and board assisted living costs in Louisiana. However, it may help pay for other costs associated with assisted living. These typically include medically necessary care as determined by Medicare and a qualified doctor. For example, the following may be covered:
Louisiana’s seniors can contact the Louisiana Department of Insurance’s Senior Health Insurance Information Program, commonly called SHIIP. This program helps provide personalized assistance with Medicare enrollment.
If your loved one has questions or need further assistance with long-term care and related issues in Louisiana, they can connect with the Louisiana Ombudsman Program for additional support.
The Louisiana Department of Health licenses and oversees four levels of what they call “adult residential care providers.” The levels are as follows:
Typically, facilities have to meet state requirements to receive initial licensing. In Louisiana, reports about inspections and violations of assisted living regulations are usually not available to the public.
The department of health determines health standards for adult residential care providers. These include but are not limited to regulations on the following:
Transparency is limited when it comes to caregiver qualifications in Louisiana. If you’re interested in learning more about the qualifications of caregivers, ask prospective communities about the following topics:
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We developed a system to rate each state on how easy — or difficult — it is to find important assisted living records and reports, and we compiled tips to help you in your search.
States with the most transparent records allow you to look up important information about each assisted living facility online, including inspections, complaints, survey results, violations, capacity, and whether the facility accepts Medicaid.
Public access to assisted living records and reports for the state of Louisiana is basic. Key findings that informed this rating include:
Overview of assisted living in LA
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