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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Bayou Barbary, LA

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The facility is brand new and beautiful. The activities are fun and wonderful. Art classes weekly. Guess musicians, church is offered on site. There is a beauty salon (hair and nails) on property. Every...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: 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: 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: 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.
The Phoenix at Hammond, a Phoenix Senior Living community, will offer premier senior living services with superior personalized care and luxury-style accommodations with a comfortable, small-town feel. From the moment you enter The Phoenix at Hammond, it will become clear that our goal is to...
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Our loved one does not participate in the activities. For the record, my mom is pretty happy there now, however, there does seem to be turnover which may or may not be the nature of the biz. It makes it...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: 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: 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: 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.
Francois Bend is a beautiful, amenity-rich, 7.5 acre senior living campus. The campus is located in the heart of Gonzales, the largest town in Ascension Parish, one of the fastest growing parishes in the state. Located only 2.5 miles off of I-10, the campus is centrally located to acute care and...
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We had tried another assisted living facility previously, and my loved one did not like it at all. At Magnolia, she absolutely loves it. There are more activities - they do really well with those. They...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: 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.
Independent Living: 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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Parc Senior Living offers services and care tailored to your individual needs. Our community allows you to dine on tasty meals with your friends and neighbors, watch movies in our media area, sit next to the fireplace with a book from our library, stroll our beautifully landscaped grounds,...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: 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.
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: 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.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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We have been very please with everything Azalea has to offer . I feel dad has settled in very comfortably in his new home . Thank you very much for making his transition as easy as possible.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: 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.
Independent Living: 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.
The Azalea Estates of Gonzales is an assisted living community designed to be welcoming, relaxing, and supportive located in Gonzales, Louisiana. Known for its spacious property and beautiful landscapes, this assisted living community is only minutes from the larger Gonzales area including its...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: 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: 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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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: 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.
Independent Living: 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.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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The staff is amazing at this facility! They are always looking out for the best interest of their residence. I applaud them for all the precautions they have taken with everything going on to keep the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: 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.
Independent Living: 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.
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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...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: 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.
Independent Living: 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.

Cost of independent living in Bayou Barbary, LA

The average cost of senior living in Bayou Barbary is $3,640 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Montpelier, LA with an average of $3,332 per month.

Independent living costs in Bayou Barbary, LA, vs. nearby cities

Bayou Barbary, LA
$3,640/mo
$3,627/mo

Independent living costs in Bayou Barbary, LA, vs. state and national averages

Bayou Barbary, LA
$3,640/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Bayou Barbary, LA, vs. other senior living options

$4,156/mo
Independent Living
$3,640/mo

Independent living costs in Bayou Barbary, LA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,470/mo
Studio
$4,700/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,464/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,417/mo

Senior living costs in Bayou Barbary vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Bayou Barbary, LA
Column state: Louisiana
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBayou Barbary, LALouisianaU.S.
Independent Living$3,640/mo$3,593/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,217/mo$3,929/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,156/mo$3,900/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Bayou Barbary, LA:$3,640/mo
Louisiana:$3,593/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Bayou Barbary, LA:$4,217/mo
Louisiana:$3,929/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Bayou Barbary, LA:$4,156/mo
Louisiana:$3,900/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Bayou Barbary

Recent reviews for independent living in Bayou Barbary

Francois Bend Senior Living and Memory Care in Gonzales, LA

4.7
Especially loving the entire team on memory care unit. They have been respectful, mindful and kind in every interaction with not only our mother but residents. Highly recommend their services. Can feel good knowing that during difficult times our loved one is receiving quality care. That means ...
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The Pines Retirement Center in Baton Rouge, LA

4.8
This is a good community for my brother. The staff is very good. He seems happy with the food. Alot of activities are offered. I would recommend this community for good care .

Maison de Fleur Assisted Living in Denham Springs, LA

5.0
I have been very pleased with Maison De Fleur. The staff goes out of their way to make sure you have whatever you need. It's a brand new facility and if it wasn't for Senior Advisor, I wouldn't have known about them. Many thanks to you for helping me find this place for my sister,[Removed].

Bayou Barbary independent living services and amenities

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

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Bayou Barbary independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Bayou Barbary partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bayou Barbary, LANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.1%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
23.1%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.1%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Bayou Barbary independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Bayou Barbary communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bayou Barbary, LANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
15.4%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
23.1%
36.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bayou Barbary independent 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 independent living communities in Bayou Barbary offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bayou Barbary, LANational
Activity director
Activity director
30.8%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.1%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.4%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.5%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
23.1%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.5%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
23.1%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.1%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.1%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
23.1%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
23.1%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
23.1%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.1%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Phoenix at Hammond, Francois Bend Senior Living and Memory Care and The Parc Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Bayou Barbary, Louisiana. See full list of communities.
There are 15 independent living facilities near Bayou Barbary, Louisiana. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Bayou Barbary, Louisiana is Sunrise at Siegen. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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