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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.
Types of care available in Baton Rouge, LA
Oakwood Village was warm and welcoming to my mom. The staff were upbeat and helpful during the transition. This includes the aides, nurses, and housekeeping staff. The residents are happy and very friendly. The overall atmosphere is great. Mom loves the food and the staff are very accommodating when she chooses to eat in her room at times. The activities are entertaining with routine outings available to the residents. Mom continually says that if you need to live in assisted living then this is the place to be.
The Claiborne is a beautiful but huge facility. It offers a lot for the independent. Residents have to be able to walk a good distance just to eat. We had to get her a scooter. It's also on the higher end cost.Claibornes assisted living is fine. You just have to find what fits the resident best.
I would recommend this facility -all staff are friendly and helpful. The move in process was as good as could be expected under circumstances-clean facility -housekeeping comes at least twice a week, or as often as needed. The entertainment is great. One thing that is better to me and brings me comfort is that they have nurses on staff over night, some facilities do not.
1642 N Flannery Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70815
5550 Thomas Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70811
9475 Pettit Road, Baker, LA 70714
9475 Pettit Road, Baker, LA 70714
26739 La Highway 1032, Denham Springs, LA 70726
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.
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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:
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.
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.
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.
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.
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:
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.
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.
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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Percentage of seniors 65 and older within the Baton Rouge population [05]
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
Sunrise of Baton Rouge, Sunrise at Siegen 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 3,881 per month. This cost may vary based on location, amenities, floorplan, level of care and other factors.
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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