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Residential care homes in Gretna may appeal to seniors who value smaller, more close-knit communities and many opportunities for socialization. Gretna care homes typically take in fewer residents, meaning older adults know each resident in the home and develop strong friendships.
Older-adult care homes vary more than other options for senior living in Gretna, so families can choose from a wide range of prices, amenities, and services. A Place for Mom will work with you to understand the cost of care homes. From there, we’ll help you find the right fit, whether you’re staying on a budget or searching for luxury retirement communities.
We are also serving Residential Care Home facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Westbank.
You may also consider nearby communities such as New Orleans, Metairie or Terrytown.
Types of care available in Gretna, LA
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My mother was only here for one day. There was only one caregiver on duty during the day, and because she is not mobile, she needed more attendants. I really appreciated that they called me and were honest about this. The people were very open and friendly and all the other residents seemed happy right when you walked in the door. My mom is currently on the waiting list for another community that is owned by the same woman.
My father was one of the first residents in this home and we were only there for 16 days, but we loved the staff. They worked so hard to keep everything clean and beautiful. They were so kind to us. I was so glad that my father was with such wonderful people when he passed away.
824 Honeysuckle St., Gretna, LA 70056
I was faced with the most difficult decision of my life. I had always stated that my mom would never be placed in a home. When the time came she would live with me. Well, life throws you curve balls and my...
Honeysuckle House is located in an upscale neighborhood on the Westbank in Terrytown, just a few minutes’ drive from the Expressway. That means easy access from Gretna, Algiers, Belle Chasse, Marrero, Lafitte, and from New Orleans via the Crescent City Connection Bridge. Honeysuckle House has a...
858 Mouton St, New Orleans, LA 70124
We have been beyond thrilled with our experience at Peristyle House New Orleans. After visiting facilities in Houston and New Orleans, we are at peace that we made the right choice. Peristyle House is a...
Our New Orleans assisted living home, Lakeview House provides residents with the care, comfort and security they need in a beautiful and safe residential setting in Lakeview. Lakeview House overlooks an attractive sloping walkway that leads up between rows of shrubbery to the entrance, where...
2701 Metairie Heights Ave, Metairie, LA 70002
It is so hard to to trust your love ones care to anyone, but we felt that Peristyle was the place for our dad. It is run by the nicest ladies who really cared for my father. The owners knocked themselves...
Our Metairie Heights residence is conveniently located just a few blocks from Bonnabel Boulevard, between Veterans and the I-10 Service Road.The beautiful ranch home serves up to 8 residents in spacious, private rooms with an enormous adjoined dining room and living area for relaxing, socializing...
5511 Meadowdale, Metairie, LA 70003
My mother is currently a resident here. She has dementia and has been here for a little over a year. She moved here from one of the larger assisted living centers, where she wasn't doing well. The larger...
Henican House is a spacious senior care residence with handsome oak trees shading the front porch, which opens into the living room with its pleasant décor and comfortable seating for our residents and their guests. The cheerful dining room opens into a “conversation corner” with table and chairs...
4324 Academy Dr., Metairie, LA 70003
Wonderful! Everyone is very friendly and very attentive to residents needs. I would recommend to others.
There is an alternative to 'nursing homes' and large 'assisted living' facilities for your loved one! Imagine a licensed assisted living facility in an ordinary-looking suburban home shared by only five residents! Small assisted living residences such as ours, now known in elder-care circles as...
3200 Garden Oaks Dr, New Orleans, LA 70114
1525 RICHLAND ROAD, Algiers, LA 70114
1525 RICHLAND ROAD, Algiers, LA 70114
1712 Holiday Dr, New Orleans, LA 70131
Your loved one deserves to have all the comforts of home- and that’s exactly where we’ll care for them. The Westbank Lighthouse is a licensed residential home for seniors with 7 individual bedrooms. We strive to provide exceptional care for our residents in a safe, loving and beautiful home. Our...
4500 Leo Street, Marrero, LA 70072
My mother really enjoyed being there. The staff is wonderful.
Tranquil Living Tranquil Living is a residential care home located in the Jefferson Parish city of Marrero, LA. We offer a very peaceful setting that is highlighted by rolling hills, huge shade trees and several small streams that wander throughout our community. Our residents will often take...
1422 Kerlerec Street, New Orleans, LA 70116
1422 Kerlerec Street, New Orleans, LA 70116
1728 Louisa St, New Orleans, LA 70117
1728 Louisa St, New Orleans, LA 70117
224 Central Ave, Jefferson, LA 70121
Located at 224 Central Avenue, The Jefferson is the newest of the Peristyle Homes located in Old Jefferson, one block from the River. The Jefferson is specifically designed and built for people living with Alzheimer’s and dementia. This brand new home features ten spacious private bedrooms, three...
1944 Prentiss Ave, New Orleans, LA 70122
344 Lake Ave, Metairie, LA 70005
Old Metairie Gardens I & II are beautiful homes situated side by side on a quiet oak lined street a few blocks from Metairie Road. Our homes offer elegantly appointed common areas that serve as warm welcoming spaces for residents to relax and entertain. Spacious private bedrooms and smartly...
916 Martin Behrman Walk, Metairie, LA 70006
Fidelis Care I Fidelis Care I is located in Metairie, LA in Jefferson Parish. Our residential care home is set in an area that is great to call home, and it provides you with the right care. Those who spend time in Metairie have much to see and do, and they enjoy checking out Zephyr Field, the...
817 Aurora Ave, Metairie, LA 70005
My dad has been at Serenity since March 24, 2019. The facility has 10 residents but only three are able to communicate, one being my dad. They are very easy to work with and will do pretty much anything...
31 Curtis Dr, New Orleans, LA 70126
31 Curtis Dr, New Orleans, LA 70126
3520 Cleary Ave, Metairie, LA 70002
Wouldn’t it be wonderful to enjoy all of the benefits that assisted living can provide without giving up the privacy and comfort of your own home? At Peristyle Residences Beau Maison, the best of both worlds is at your fingertips. We offer senior care services in a true residence that larger...
3721 Scofield Street, Metairie, LA 70002
3521 Richland Ave, Metairie, LA 70002
The Peristyle Residences Richland House is a spacious and elegant Metairie assisted living residential home which serves 8 residents and offers all private rooms. A trio of pine trees line the front yard and provide shade as you enter the home along the landscaped path. A lovely foyer opens into...
405 Folse St, New Orleans, LA 70123
The average cost of senior living in Gretna is 4,365 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Abita Springs, LA with an average of 2,916 per month.
Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.
In Gretna, Louisiana, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:
In Gretna, Louisiana, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:
Gretna is somewhat car dependent, meaning seniors can expect to need a car for most errands. Transit options in Gretna include Jefferson Transit. Seniors may receive fare discounts. Gretna has somewhat limited biking infrastructure and is somewhat walkable.
Gretna offers several health care providers for seniors wanting to be proactive about their health or for seniors seeking treatment for chronic conditions. The area has several hospitals, including West Jefferson Medical Center and Touro Infirmary.
Just across the Mississippi from downtown New Orleans, Gretna is known for its lively farmers markets, riverboat rides, and fantastic food. Residents enjoy strolling through Gretna’s downtown historic district, taking tours of the David Crockett Firehouse, and journeying through the years with the German-American Cultural Center. Between House Float celebrations and Shop the Huey markets, seniors can benefit from a whole host of community events.
Residential care homes are houses in residential neighborhoods that are equipped, adapted, and staffed to care for a small number of residents, usually between two and 10. Like assisted living communities, staff at care homes typically help residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, and medication management. Although residential care homes vary significantly depending on the community, services usually include:
Residential care homes provide seniors with an intimate sense of community without the agitation of other types of care communities. Amenities offered can include regular dining options, washing clothes, and transportation. This type of community is akin to a single-family home. In Louisiana, the annual median cost for an assisted living community is around $43,800. Louisiana has a number of stipulations related to this kind of community. The Department of Health and Hospitals and Health Standards Section governs this community type.
Cost of living is a major factor when deciding what care option is the best fit for your loved one. The median home value in Gretna is $175,611 and the median rent is around $909 per month a month. The rent burden for Gretna is about 19.4% of the average person’s monthly income.
Gretna has a population density of 1,726 people per square mile. Currently, the population of Gretna consists of 17,935 people. In terms of education, 5.9% have a graduate degree, 18.5% have a college degree, and 33.9% have a high-school diploma. Based on gender, 50.6% are male and 49.4% are female. The median age of Gretna is 38 years old. In Gretna, 7.0% of the citizens are veterans of the United States military. In Gretna, 20.0% live in poverty, 6.9% consider themselves widows, 18.2% have some form of disability, and 58.4% participate in the labor force. Racially, the population of Gretna is 0.9% Asian, 0.7% Native American, 35.9% black, 6.3% other or not specified, 1.2% mixed race, 14.8% Hispanic, 54.5% white, and 0.5% Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian.
Based on natural beauty, Louisiana ranks 50th in the nation. The state of Louisiana has a cost of living index of 93.6 where a score of 100 is the national average, and anything below 100 is considered less expensive than the national average. The state has a grocery index rating of 99.9 and a housing index rating of 86.6. The quality of life enjoyed by the average Louisiana citizen is ranked 50th nation-wide. Additionally, Louisiana is ranked 45th by standards of healthcare. The state of Louisiana has 158 hospitals and 178 health centers, providing care to a population of 4,649,163. Mercy Regional Medical Center, Park Place Surgical Hospital, and Central Louisiana Surgical Hospital are among the top three highest ranked hospitals in the state.
In terms of religion, 46% of Louisiana residents attend religious services among the 5,841 different congregations that are available in the state. The top three non-Christian denominations in the state are Jewish-<1%, Muslim-<1%, and Buddhist-<1%, with the most common Christian denominations consisting of Evangelical Protestant-27%, Mainline Protestant-8%, and Historically Black Protestant-22%. In Louisiana there are 421 masonic lodges. During the latest presidential election, 58% voted for the Republican candidate while 38% voted for the Democratic candidate. The state has a median age of 37 and 28% of its population being over the age of 55. In terms of diversity, Louisiana ranks 23rd in the nation.
The average monthly precipitation for the state of Louisiana is around 4.95 inches. The average amount of precipitation peaks during the month of June at around 8.58 inches. During the summer, the average temperature in Louisiana is around 81F. Over the summer months the average high temperature peaks at around 94F during the month of July. The average low summer temperature is around 66F in the month of June. The average temperature in the winter falls to around 51F. The average high winter temperature is around 67F in the month of February. In the winter months, the average low temperature falls to around 31F during the month of January. On average, Louisiana has an air quality index rating of around 37.2 AQI. The average air quality index rating peaks in the month of May with a rating of around 48.3 AQI. The average humidity across the state is 74%. Humidity levels tend to reach their peak in the month of July at around 78%. While residents of Louisiana mostly enjoy pleasant conditions, it’s important to be aware of inclement weather as well, which in Louisiana can include hurricanes and floods.
The state of Louisiana has a diverse array of plant and animal life. Local plant life can consist of hybrid Louisiana iris, silverbell tree, Louisiana phlox, and bald cypress. While venturing throughout the state, you might see animals such as the nutria, the quail, the turtles, or the mink.
Academy House, Tranquil Living and Serenity Senior Residence are the top-rated care homes near Gretna, Louisiana. See full list of communities.
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