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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Ruple, LA

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 31 independent living facilities in Ruple, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Minden, Gordon and Spotville.
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zipAveragecost: $2,736

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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.
Christopher Homes of Strong is right in Strong, Arkansas and is within a very convenient driving distance to many nearby stores, homes and other hot spot locations. Our assisted living facility is a prime location for elderly residents who need to live in a secure, safe and highly private area....
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Cost of independent living in Ruple, LA

The average cost of senior living in Ruple is $2,736 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lillie, LA with an average of $2,485 per month.

Independent living costs in Ruple, LA, vs. nearby cities

Ruple, LA
$2,736/mo
$2,778/mo

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

Ruple, LA
$2,736/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Ruple, LA, vs. other senior living options

$3,340/mo
Independent Living
$2,736/mo

Independent living costs in Ruple, LA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,225/mo
Studio
$3,612/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,643/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,080/mo

Senior living costs in Ruple 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: Ruple, LA
Column state: Louisiana
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRuple, LALouisianaU.S.
Independent Living$2,736/mo$3,593/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$3,340/mo$3,929/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$3,340/mo$3,900/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Ruple, LA:$2,736/mo
Louisiana:$3,593/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Ruple, LA:$3,340/mo
Louisiana:$3,929/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Ruple, LA:$3,340/mo
Louisiana:$3,900/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Ruple, LA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Ruple and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Ruple, LA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Ruple have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Ruple, LA$1,879/mo$2,173/mo-13.5%
Louisiana$2,252/mo$2,564/mo-12.2%
National$3,246/mo$3,151/mo+3.0%
Ruple, LA
2024 average cost:$1,879/mo
2023 average cost:$2,173/mo
Percent change:-13.5%
Louisiana
2024 average cost:$2,252/mo
2023 average cost:$2,564/mo
Percent change:-12.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,246/mo
2023 average cost:$3,151/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

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.

What families are saying about independent living in Ruple

Recent reviews for independent living in Ruple

Savannah Court of Minden

5.0
They were great. They make every effort to meet the needs that your loved one might have. When you discuss any issues or additional things you need they do anything within their power to accommodate you. I would recommend them to others looking. The director here is also excellent.

The Arbors and Terrace of Ruston

4.0
The overall is pretty good. Not much to do, pretty quiet, meals seem to be fine, people are friendly (including the staff). Everything is always clean, no issues there. The staff is always friendly, ready to answer any questions, and attentive. Can't say much about the quality of care except ...
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Brookdale Bossier City

5.0
5 for all. Very friendly, staff is wonderful, the residents are very comfortable and sociable, they seem to enjoy the activities. We would absolutely recommend this community to other families.

Ruple independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ruple independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ruple, 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 Ruple 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 Ruple partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ruple, LANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.2%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.7%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Ruple 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 Ruple communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ruple, LANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
29.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.8%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ruple 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 Ruple offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ruple, LANational
Activity director
Activity director
37%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.6%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.2%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.7%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40.7%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40.7%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.6%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.6%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
37%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
29.6%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.8%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
47%
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Holiday Summerfield Estates, Brookdale Shreveport and The Blake at Bossier City are the top-rated independent living facilities near Ruple, Louisiana. See full list of communities.
There are 31 independent living facilities near Ruple, Louisiana. See the full list.
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