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10 Best Nursing Homes in Skidder, LA

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Skidder nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Skidder, LA may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Skidder, LA

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Cost of nursing homes in Skidder, LA

The average cost of senior living in Skidder is $3,347 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Campti, LA with an average of $2,658 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Skidder, LA, vs. nearby cities

Skidder, LA
$3,347/mo
$3,347/mo
$3,037/mo

Nursing homes costs in Skidder, LA, vs. state and national averages

Skidder, LA
$3,347/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

Nursing homes costs in Skidder, LA, vs. other senior living options

$3,347/mo
Nursing Homes
$3,347/mo

Nursing homes costs in Skidder, LA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,225/mo
Studio
$4,050/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,998/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,639/mo

Senior living costs in Skidder vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Skidder, LA
Column state: Louisiana
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSkidder, LALouisianaU.S.
Nursing Homes$3,347/mo$3,900/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$3,347/mo$3,929/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$3,347/mo$3,900/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$2,965/mo$3,593/mo$4,016/mo
Nursing Homes
Skidder, LA:$3,347/mo
Louisiana:$3,900/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Skidder, LA:$3,347/mo
Louisiana:$3,929/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Skidder, LA:$3,347/mo
Louisiana:$3,900/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Skidder, LA:$2,965/mo
Louisiana:$3,593/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Skidder, LA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Skidder 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.

Skidder, LALA stateNational

Nursing homes cost trends in Skidder, LA

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Skidder 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
Skidder, LA$4,857/mo$4,168/mo+16.5%
Louisiana$4,511/mo$4,474/mo+0.8%
National$5,670/mo$5,388/mo+5.2%
Skidder, LA
2024 average cost:$4,857/mo
2023 average cost:$4,168/mo
Percent change:+16.5%
Louisiana
2024 average cost:$4,511/mo
2023 average cost:$4,474/mo
Percent change:+0.8%
National
2024 average cost:$5,670/mo
2023 average cost:$5,388/mo
Percent change:+5.2%
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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 nursing homes in Skidder

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Skidder

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.

Skidder nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Skidder nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Skidder, 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 Skidder nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Skidder that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Skidder, LANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
26.9%
2.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
3.8%
10.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
57.7%
23.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
57.7%
24.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
42.3%
10.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.1%
1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
57.7%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
26.9%
7.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
42.3%
19.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Skidder nursing homes

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 Skidder Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Skidder, LANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
30.8%
4.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
19.2%
0.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
26.9%
6.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
3.8%
1.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Skidder nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Skidder partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Skidder, LANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.4%
0.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26.9%
1.6%
No sugar
No sugar
26.9%
1.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
19.2%
4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.8%
0.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Skidder nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Skidder communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Skidder, LANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
23.1%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.8%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
26.9%
0.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.4%
0.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Skidder nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Skidder offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Skidder, LANational
Activity director
Activity director
30.8%
0.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.1%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.4%
0.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
34.6%
7.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30.8%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
34.6%
7.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.8%
0.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.1%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.1%
0.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30.8%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
30.8%
0.5%
Dances
Dances
23.1%
0.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.7%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
26.9%
0.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
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