10 Best Nursing Homes in Baton Rouge, LA
When you’re looking for a nursing home facility, you may find several of our listing types could fulfill your needs. You might be looking for a skilled nursing facility with round-the-clock nursing care or a community with a dedicated, skilled nursing wing. You may find the care you’re looking for in an assisted living or memory care facility if you’re looking for more specialized treatment or increased independence.
In Baton Rouge, seniors and their families have many options that offer comfortable surroundings, wonderful amenities and activities, and, most importantly, a high level of care.
These listings cover a 10-mile radius of the downtown Baton Rouge area. There are 9 partner communities in our network, including assisted living, memory care facilities, or a combination of the two. You’ll also find this guide useful for learning about Baton Rouge as a place to live. Discover more about local transportation, hospitals in the area, laws and regulations, and ways to pay for care.
Nursing Homes Facilities near Baton Rouge, LA
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.
My loved one was previously a resident at The Claiborne at Baton Rouge. The nurses were caring individuals. The food was adequate, the place was clean. Everything about the physical facility was pleasant...
Love everything about Garden View Assisted living. The food ,the care, people working there. [name removed] is so happy there. We love Garden View
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 overall experience Good. Value good. Cleanliness of facility good. Meals good cafeteria staff excellent. Quality of care ok could have been better .Nursing( Lpns )staff good, follow up by the cna's could...
I have been very pleased with the facility. They try very hard to keep the residents occupied for the most part. They serve well balanced meals and snacks. The staff has been really great with my husband as...
The Haven community is very clean, and the staff members are super friendly. The care services are good and the food was great, our loved one really enjoyed all of the meals. We also thought the value for...
Mom has settled in well at Southside Gardens and is making new friends. She enjoys the patio home type atmosphere and the smaller number of residents on site.
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I would definitely recommend this facility to others. The staff is always friendly and professional. The move in process was a breeze. The housekeeping is great - we've had no issues at all. The meals are...
A lot of these reviews are outdated. Under the current management things are great. The administrator is helpful and willing to resolve concerns quickly. The director of nursing is super sweet. The nurses...
Both of my parents ([names removed]) have been living in Maison de Fleur's Assisted Living facility in Denham Springs, LA since [date removed] since my dad's stroke. It took them about 2 months to get...
Our mother has been in independent living for three years and is thriving. Some areas are a little worn but they've been continually redoing areas. It's very clean. Until Covid restrictions she took...
My mother has been there for almost three years. I have no complaints, but, more importantly, my mother has no complaints. The other day she asked me to promise she would never go anywhere else. She has no...
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- Costs of nursing homes in the Baton Rouge area
- What families are saying about nursing homes in Baton Rouge
- How people pay for a nursing home in Baton Rouge
- Understand Baton Rouge laws and regulations for nursing homes
- What to expect from nursing homes in Baton Rouge
- Baton Rouge nursing homes services and amenities
- Explore senior care with confidence
- Unfamiliar with Baton Rouge? Highlights for seniors
Costs of nursing homes in the Baton Rouge area
In Baton Rouge, a private room in a skilled nursing home — this includes 24-hour short- and long-term care — will cost $5,931 on average.[01] This price is much lower than the national average; however, it may not be inclusive of all costs.
Assisted living and memory care facilities are a more cost-effective option for seniors who don’t require around-the-clock care. For facilities that offer assisted living and memory care, the average monthly cost in this area is $4,306[02]. This cost is an average of actual costs, collected in A Place For Mom’s proprietary data. It includes room and board, associated services and fees, onsite amenities, and care.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Baton Rouge, LA vs. nearby cities
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Baton Rouge, LA vs. the state and national average
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Baton Rouge vs. other types of senior living
Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Baton Rouge, LA by room type
Average cost of Nursing Homes in Baton Rouge over time
What families are saying about nursing homes in Baton Rouge
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Baton Rouge
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The Claiborne at Baton Rouge
The Pearl at Jamestown in Baton Rouge, LA
How people pay for a nursing home in Baton Rouge
Seniors and their families may use a variety of methods to cover the costs of senior care in Baton Rouge. Whether you choose a skilled nursing facility, with 24-hour onsite nursing care, an assisted living facility with regular nursing visits, or something in between, you have payment options available to you.
In this section, you will find advice about private pay, VA benefits, Medicare, and Medicaid.
Many seniors will choose to combine private payment methods to cover the costs of their assisted living or memory care facility. These methods could include income sources like savings, investment returns, pensions, and Social Security benefits. Seniors may also want to consider:
For veterans in Baton Rouge, there are many financial and practical support options available. Find your local VA community to access the benefits assistance programs in your area, get help understanding VA benefits that apply to assisted living and memory care, and connect with your local veterans service officers for guidance.
Veterans in Louisiana have a range of benefits available that may help defray the cost of long-term care. The most applicable is the Aid and Attendance benefit, which can cover in-residence care for veterans who have been injured or disabled due to active service. You may also be able to access additional benefits, even if you have a disability or long-term condition not directly caused by combat.
In Baton Rouge, your local veterans service officers (VSOs) will help you navigate a complex benefits system. VSOs are located at veteran hubs and organizations, including the Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs, the American Legion, and many others.
Number of veterans who live in Baton Rouge
Percentage of Baton Rouge veterans that are 75+
Resources for Baton Rouge veterans
East Baton Rouge Parish VA Office
1755 Florida Blvd., Third Floor
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
Phone: 225-342-5248
Office hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. (by appointment only)
West Baton Rouge Parish VA Office
West Baton Rouge Courthouse Annex
883 7th St.
Port Allen, LA 70767
Phone: 225-342-6686
Office hours: Wednesday, 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. (by appointment only)
Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs
Galvez Building, Second Floor
602 N 5th St.
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
Phone: 225-219-5000
Office hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Local VFW Chapter
10185 Mammoth
Baton Rouge, LA 70814
Fax: 225-925-5095
Contact:
State Adjutant – Precilla Wilkewitz: lavfw@aol.com
Administrative Assistant – Tori LeBlanc: lastatevfw@yahoo.com
Local DAV Chapter
Galvez Building, Room 226
602 N 5th St.
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
Phone: 225-219-1046
Louisiana Medicaid is the Medicaid program covering Baton Rouge. It is intended for low-income seniors and those with specific conditions. Depending on the care type you choose and your income level from other sources, Medicaid could cover some or all of your health care costs. It is important to note that Medicaid does not cover rent costs specifically, so those staying in assisted living facilities may only use benefits for the care portion of their fees. To apply or get more information, head to the Louisiana Medicaid Self-Service Portal (SSP).
For seniors who need long-term nursing care within their home environment, Long Term Care Medicaid may be the most applicable option. It comes under the Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waiver program and covers the costs of nursing facility-based services, including 24-hour care.
Other resources to help you apply and understand Medicaid are plentiful in Baton Rouge. Visit the Capital Area Agency on Aging for help accessing the right long-term care plan for you. The local ombudsman in Baton Rouge is Peggy Essick, and her office can connect you with helpful resources that are most relevant to your situation.
Baton Rouge resident Medicaid resources
Baton Rouge Regional Medicaid Office
2521 Wooddale Blvd.
Baton Rouge, LA 70805
Phone: 225-922-2988
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4.30 p.m.
Louisiana Medicaid
Louisiana Department of Health
628 North 4th. St.
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
Phone: 225-342-9500
Capital Area Agency on Aging
Peggy Essick, Ombudsman Coordinator
6554 Florida Blvd., Suite 221
Baton Rouge, LA 70896-6038
Phone: 225-922-2525 or or (800) 833-9883
pessick@capitalaaa.org
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4.30 p.m.
Louisiana Health Access Program
1450 Poydras St., Suite 2136
New Orleans, LA 70112
Phone: 504-568-7474
Medicare in Louisiana does not cover custodial costs associated with nursing home-based care, but no matter what kind of facility you’re living in, you can claim coverage for certain medical costs. This includes skilled nursing where medically necessary, costs associated with hospital stays and physician visits, pharmaceutical costs, as well as offsite stays, such as during surgery or treatment.
For help understanding your rights to Medicare and for assistance, your local Senior Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) program has available counselors. For additional help with application forms, your local Social Security Assistance Office is also nearby. That’s where you’ll apply in person if you don’t apply online. Last but not least, your local ombudsman is Peggy Essick, located at the Capital Area Agency on Aging, and can support seniors and their families as they navigate the above resources.
If you’re looking for additional help, the Louisiana Medicare Savings Program can provide benefits to eligible seniors who are already enrolled in Medicare Part A. This can help lower income seniors cover premiums. The SenioRx program is available for lower income people to help with certain drug costs. It’s administered through the Agency on Aging. You can use this application to apply for prescription assistance.
Baton Rouge resident Medicare resources
Local Social Security Administration Office
5455 Bankers Ave.
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
Phone: 800-772-1213
Hours: Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Louisiana Medicare Savings Program
628 N. Fourth St.
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
Phone: 225-342-9500; 1-800-633-4227
Louisiana SHIIP program
Phone: 1-800-259-5300
Local Agency on Aging
Peggy Essick, Ombudsman Coordinator
6554 Florida Blvd., Suite 221
P.O. Box 66038
Baton Rouge, LA 70896-6038
Phone: 225-922-2525
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4.30 p.m.
Understand Baton Rouge laws and regulations for nursing homes
Nursing home facilities in Louisiana must be licensed by the Louisiana Department of Health via inspections by the Office of State Fire Marshall and by the Office of Public Health as well as disclosure of owners with 5% or greater ownership. A nursing home is defined as a private home or institution in which multiple residents receive necessary personal care and nursing.
Some memory care facilities in our listings will also come under the “nursing facilities” umbrella and be inspected as such, but facilities may have additional guidelines for the provision of memory care, more specifically. For example, a nursing facility with an Alzheimer’s Special Care Unit must have designated, secure areas and pathways to protect memory care patients.
Full standards for licensed nursing facilities can be found here. They include rules for regular inspections, for informing and communicating with residents, for the delivery of care and 24-hour security, and much more.
Regulations for Assisted Living and Memory Care Facilities
Memory care facilities are grouped as a specialized form of assisted living. Assisted living facilities also require a license from the Health Standards Section (HHS) of the Louisiana Department of Health. Once licensed, these communities are categorized as adult residential care providers. Because of this category, these facilities must then undergo inspections regularly. During these inspections, which occur once a year, the facility must prove that they have established the necessary systems, equipment, and protocols to provide adequate care to seniors, including standard health, safety, and cleanliness.
Additionally, facilities have to prove they can address the evolving requirements and preferences of residents by having developed care plans accordingly. For instance, they are required to offer 24-hour supervision and provide services and layouts that protect the dignity and privacy of their residents. They must also provide transportation for medical and personal appointments to residents who are unable to arrange their own means of transportation.
You can refer to the Department of Health website for even more detailed information. If you’d like to obtain inspection reports, you need to submit a public records request. The instructions on how to do so can be found here.
Louisiana Department of Health contact information
Visit the Louisiana Department of Health website
628 North 4th St.
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
Phone: 888-342-6207
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4.30 p.m.
COVID-19 regulations for Baton Rouge nursing homes
While COVID-19 regulations are no longer mandated by law, long-term care facilities are advised to follow guidance set out by the CDC and the Louisiana Department of Health. Beyond these recommended guidelines, licensed facilities reserve the right to introduce additional measures to help protect their residents and visitors in the case of public health outbreaks. You can find full information on the guidelines covering the Baton Rouge area here.
Vaccinations. Vaccinations for COVID-19 are not required by law but are recommended for residents and staff of nursing facilities.
Masking. Staff and visitors of nursing facilities are advised to wear masks in certain scenarios, to prevent the spread of respiratory infection.
Facility cleanliness. Licensed nursing facilities are required by law to keep facilities and equipment clean and maintain a high level of cleanliness throughout living areas.
Social distancing. Government guidance suggests a social distance of at least six feet indoors to avoid close contact with people who are sick or COVID-positive without symptoms.
Quarantining. Isolation is highly recommended for anyone with COVID-19 symptoms or a positive test result, or anyone who has been in close contact with anyone with COVID-19.
What to expect from nursing homes in Baton Rouge
In A Place For Mom’s partner facilities, you will find homes and communities where seniors can receive care, whether that’s for a specific condition like Alzheimer’s or more general everyday care. Some come under the category of assisted living, others can be classed as memory care, and others are communities with dedicated, skilled nursing wings or departments. These are all frequently grouped under the term nursing home.
Let’s take a closer look at the different types of care communities available:
- Memory care facilities: These facilities primarily serve individuals with memory-related conditions such as Alzheimer’s and dementia.
- Assisted living facilities: These facilities cater to seniors who require some assistance, but do not need 24-hour nursing care. Some seniors who move into assisted living facilities anticipate potentially needing skilled nursing care in the future.
- Independent living facilities: Seniors who are self-sufficient and only need occasional assistance may prefer to live in independent living facilities instead of living in a standalone apartment or home. These facilities are part of a larger community.
In assisted living facilities, seniors can anticipate receiving exceptional care and assistance. They can rely on services such as 24-hour security, on-call care, specialized nursing care, and visits from physicians. This ensures that residents feel secure, knowing that their community can provide them with the necessary support to handle any possible challenges they may face. Some facilities have different areas that they specialize in. For example, from our list of memory care and assisted living partners, 88% of them specialize in memory care.
A facility to match your care needs
Assisted living and memory care facilities in our listings offer a high level and quality of care. Of our nine listings, five are a combination of assisted living and memory care, three are a combination of assisted living and independent living, and one is standalone memory care. If you wish to go outside the market radius, within 20 miles, there are two additional facilities classified as assisted living/memory care/independent living.
The facilities that offer a combination of care give you the opportunity to customize the care experience for your loved one. A senior may need 24-hour supervision or simply regular nurse visits. They may require an onsite physician, which is available at some facilities, or their needs may be satisfied by having a great local clinic where they can go for primary care. No matter their individual needs, there will be a facility within our network that can help.
Extra amenities and community benefits
In Baton Rouge, care is the foundation of an assisted living or memory care experience, but there is a lot more for seniors and their families to discover. Extra services and amenities can make life a little sweeter. Time spent outdoors is crucial for well-being, and all of our in-network facilities house outdoor seating and walking areas. Amenities allow residents to connect with their passions and hobbies. BBQs, picnics, gardening clubs, accessible yoga – whatever your loved one is into, you can find it in these senior care facilities.
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Health care for seniors in Baton Rouge
For any healthcare need not covered by your nursing home facility, a Baton Rouge hospital is there for you. There are two well-regarded hospitals in the city area that offer ongoing primary care, emergency surgery, and most everything in between.
Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center
Our Lady of the Lake is a highly rated hospital, ranked first in Baton Rouge and third in Louisiana, with medical and cardiac ICU facilities. It is high performing for 12 specialties, including heart bypass surgery, diabetes care, hip and knee replacement.
Baton Rouge General Medical Center
The Baton Rouge General Medical Center is a full-service hospital with an emergency department, medical surgical ICU, and is especially high performing in treating heart failure and kidney failure.
Transportation for seniors in Baton Rouge
Assisted living facilities, including those offering memory care, provide transportation services for residents. 89% of the communities that A Place for Mom partners with in Baton Rouge, LA have both complimentary transportation and at-cost transportation that can be used for personal use, medical appointments and errands. Facility-organized transport has the benefit of being wheelchair accessible and accompanied by trained staff to supervise residents during their journeys.
Most people living in and around Baton Rouge drive as their primary mode of transport. However, the Capital Area Transit System (CATS) also offers public transit options intended to help seniors and their caregivers get around town easily. This includes on-demand services that run door to door and buses with reduced fares for elderly travelers.
Nursing facility residents could also use private pick-up companies for door-to-door journeys. Lyft, for example, has made a commitment to delivering a friendly service that seniors and those with disabilities can access.
Senior activities in Baton Rouge
In Baton Rouge, there are many things for seniors to see and do that will make life more enjoyable and fulfilling.
Firstly, all the facilities in our listings provide some social opportunities and outings. Activities can bring seniors out of their normal surroundings or can be brought to you. In-chair exercise, art classes, cookery, gardening, bingo: activities for any personality and mobility level.
In the wider community, seniors may enjoy visiting one of the area’s dedicated senior centers, including The Ageless Circle Intergenerational Center, Antioch Senior Center, the Ben Burge Senior Center, Charles R. Kelly Senior Center. Engage with other, like-minded people, access resources, find a new hobby, or connect with the wider community.
Baton Rouge has a rich history and cultural tradition that seniors and visitors alike will want to experience firsthand. For an old-fashioned casino experience, visit the Belle of Baton Rouge Casino & Hotel or take in a concert at the Shaw Center for the Arts or the Baton Rouge Symphony Orchestra. Both host accessible events and make a special effort to welcome seniors and those with disabilities. Lovers of the outdoors will find accessible routes and tours at the Botanic Gardens of Baton Rouge and the Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center.
Frequently Asked Questions
Sunrise at Siegen, Sunrise of Baton Rouge and Williamsburg Senior Living Community are the top-rated Nursing Homes facilities near Baton Rouge, LA. These Nursing Homes facilities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews. See full list of communities.
The average cost of Nursing Homes in Baton Rouge is $3,882 per month. This cost may vary based on location, amenities, floorplan, level of care and other factors.
References
Genworth Financial. (2023). Cost of Care Survey.
A Place for Mom. (2023). A Place for Mom proprietary data.
United States Census Bureau. (2021). Veterans Status (S2101): Baton Rouge. [Data set].
United States Census Bureau. (2021). Age and Sex (S0101): Baton Rouge. [Data set].
United States Census Bureau. (2021). Population 65 years and over in the United States (S0103): Baton Rouge [Data set]. American Community Survey.
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