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6 Best Independent Living Communities in Odra, LA

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Last Updated: 11/12/24
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Photo of SummerHouse Alexandria
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9.2
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29 reviews
9.2
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29 reviews
5 star
66%
4 star
17%
3 star
10%
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0%
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7%
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We found my Dad a great place at Summer House Alexandria and he is thriving. They have gone above and beyond for him ever since he arrived. The staff is always responsive with any needs we have. Definitely...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Marigold Place is an award winning assisted living community located in the heart of Alexandria, Louisiana. Alexandria is a thriving metropolitan area with many recreational and cultural activities. Our residents enjoy trips to enjoy the sites including the Alexandria Zoo, the Alexandria Museum...
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11 Floor plan available
8.0
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9 reviews
8.0
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9 reviews
5 star
44%
4 star
45%
3 star
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0%
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We thought the people at Brookdale Alexandria were wonderful. They loved our father-in-law like family. They all treated our family member like one of their own with dignity and respect that he deserved. I...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Designed With You In MindDo you want to exchange the burden of household chores for a life that gives you freedom to spend more time doing the things you love? Here at our adult residential and memory care community, you can do just that—and so much more. Surrounded by a kind and gracious care...
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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.
We are an assisted living community and retirement village in North Louisiana. Our facility caters in each residents individual needs and we strive to make your retirement years the “best of your life”!!
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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At the moment my father is not able to participate in activities but they are offered. The community is kept extremely clean and organized. He does seem to enjoy the meals that are being provided for him....
Provides: Assisted 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.
Canterbury House is a locally-owned and family operated assisted living facility. The courteous and professional staff is dedicated to fulfilling the needs and expectations of all our residents and their families 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. * We provide an emergency call system * 3 nutritious...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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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Cost of independent living in Odra, LA

The average cost of senior living in Odra is $3,623 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Campti, LA with an average of $2,658 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Odra, LA vs. nearby cities

Odra, LA
$3,030/mo
$3,152/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Odra, LA vs. the state and national average

Odra, LA
$3,030/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Odra vs. other types of senior living

$3,623/mo
Independent Living
$3,030/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Odra, LA by room type

Studio
$4,458/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,500/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,650/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Odra

Recent reviews for independent living in Odra

Canterbury House in Alexandria, LA

4.2
Was very comfortable and at ease during interview. I felt that my mother would be well taken care of and the apartment assigned was s very good "fit". Staff is always friendly and helpful.

SummerHouse Alexandria

4.9
I would highly recommend them and would stay there myself if the need arose.I picked them because it didn't feel like a facility, it felt homey and welcoming. The staff seemed genuine and like they enjoyed working there.

Brookdale Alexandria

5.0
They are extremely caring. They work very well with the residents families. We like it better than the last place she was in. I would highly recommend it to others. The food is good. The layout is good. I wish the room size was a little bigger. My Mother in law is in memory care so I understand ...
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Odra independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Odra independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Odra, 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 Odra 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 Odra partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Odra, LANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Odra 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 Odra communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Odra, LANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
16.7%
36.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Odra 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 Odra offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Odra, LANational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
46.1%
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SummerHouse Alexandria, Brookdale Alexandria and Natchitoches Assisted Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Odra, Louisiana. See full list of communities.

There are 6 independent living facilities near Odra, Louisiana. See the full list.

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