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5 Assisted Living Facilities near Lake Charles, LA

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The Lake Charles area offers a wealth of care options for seniors. But with 5 assisted living facilities inside a 10-mile radius radius of downtown, finding assisted living near you isn’t the hard part — it’s knowing how to choose the best option for your loved one based on their unique needs.

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Photo of The Verandah Retirement Community
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33 Floor plans available
9.4
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30 reviews
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30 reviews
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Everyone is friendly and helpful. It is a place I would want to reside if I needed assisted living Apartments are good size and very nice. The entire place is well kept, inside and out.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: QA. This text is coming from CMS under the post type "Care Types > care type". Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: This text is coming from CMS under the post type "Care Types > care type" Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: QA. This text is coming from CMS under the post type "Care Types > care type". Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Start an exciting new chapter in your life at The Verandah. As Lake Charles’ premier senior retirement community, we offer both affordable Senior Living Starting at $2,700 (Independent Living) and $3,250 (Assisted Living). Our lovely location is in the beautiful neighborhood of Graywood, just...
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Photo of Brookdale Lake Charles
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8.2
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24 reviews
8.2
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24 reviews
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They have a 30 day respite care that allowed us to move in immediately to a completely furnished room. Nice clean well run facility. Very friendly staff. From the director down, I am able to talk to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: QA. This text is coming from CMS under the post type "Care Types > care type". Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: This text is coming from CMS under the post type "Care Types > care type" Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Redefine your independence with the care you need when you need it.We can help you with the little things—like simple housekeeping and meals—and with bathing and getting dressed, too. With adult residential care and memory care on one campus, we customize your care to meet your individual needs....
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Photo of Sage Oak Assisted Living and Memory Care of Lake Charles
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11 reviews
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My husband was only there six weeks. Those six weeks were great. The food was awesome and he enjoyed it. As a spouse, I was invited to eat with him often. The care was great. The residents were encouraged...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: QA. This text is coming from CMS under the post type "Care Types > care type". Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: This text is coming from CMS under the post type "Care Types > care type" Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Photo of The Gardens Assisted Living
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Things they do well at: The staff at The Gardens assisted living is very helpful and they will work with you to help provide your love ones with a comfortable environment. Areas for improvements: I think...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: QA. This text is coming from CMS under the post type "Care Types > care type". Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Photo of Kingsley Place At Lake Charles
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: QA. This text is coming from CMS under the post type "Care Types > care type". Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: This text is coming from CMS under the post type "Care Types > care type" Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Searching for the right assisted living community may raise many questions that need immediate answers. At Kingsley Place at Lake Charles, we understand and we can help. There comes a time when a little help with simple everyday activities can make a big difference in how much you or your loved...
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Cost of Assisted living in Lake Charles, LA

The cost of Assisted Living starts at $1500 a month in Lake Charles, and the price builds from there based on the floor plan, amenities, and services that families choose. Costs also vary by location because real estate and personnel costs fluctuate by city and state throughout the U.S.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Lake Charles, LA vs. nearby cities

Lake Charles, LA
$3,740/mo
$3,740/mo
$3,705/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Lake Charles, LA vs. the state and national average

Lake Charles, LA
$3,740/mo
U.S. national average
$4,380/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Lake Charles vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$3,740/mo
$3,740/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Lake Charles, LA by room type

Semi-Private
$3,650/mo
Studio
$3,814/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,333/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,126/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Lake Charles over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Lake Charles, LA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Lake Charles.

What families are saying about assisted living in Lake Charles

Recent reviews for assisted living in Lake Charles

Sage Oak Assisted Living and Memory Care of Lake Charles

4.9
I moved into Sage Oak because I wasn’t happy with my situation at another local community. The staff at Sage Oak is more cheerful and more helpful than where I was before. And the food is GREAT – I can’t pick a favorite, because I haven’t had the same thing twice! My advice to anyone ...
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Brookdale Lake Charles

4.9
What we like the most about the Brookdale Lake Charles is the awesome and caring staff. They are friendly and the environment is clean. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would absolutely recommend Brookdale Lake Charles to other families and we have already recommend them.

The Verandah Retirement Community in Lake Charles, LA

5.0
So many activities for residents. Also, a nice pool and workout gym for residents. Barber and beauty shop.

Lake Charles assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lake Charles assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lake Charles, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Lake Charles assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Lake Charles that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Lake Charles, LANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
40%
50.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
20%
32.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.7%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
80%
55.5%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
80%
29.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
40%
48.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
60%
53.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Lake Charles assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Lake Charles Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Lake Charles, LANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
80%
50%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
60%
30.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60%
40.4%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
13%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Lake Charles assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Lake Charles partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lake Charles, LANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40%
25.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
37.5%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
35.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
60%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Lake Charles assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Lake Charles communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lake Charles, LANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40%
29%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
20%
33%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
40%
15.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lake Charles assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Lake Charles offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lake Charles, LANational
Activity director
Activity director
60%
43.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
29.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
28%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
80%
48.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
46.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60%
51.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20%
38.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
30.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
35.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60%
43.9%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
44.4%
Dances
Dances
40%
26.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60%
43.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Lake Charles

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Louisiana assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Lake Charles protect seniors.

Learn about Louisiana Assisted Living regulations

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The Verandah Retirement Community, Brookdale Lake Charles and Sage Oak Assisted Living and Memory Care of Lake Charles are the top-rated assisted living facilities assisted living near Lake Charles, Louisiana. See full list of communities.

There are 5 assisted living facilities assisted living near Lake Charles, Louisiana. See the full list.

The Verandah Retirement Community, Brookdale Lake Charles and Sage Oak Assisted Living and Memory Care of Lake Charles are the top rated assisted living facilities near Lake Charles,, Louisiana. See full list of communities.

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