Senior Care in Metairie, LA
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Find senior care providers in Metairie, LA. Compare published listings, care types, available reviews, quality signals, costs, and contact details.
Cost of senior care in Metairie, LA
Assisted living in Metairie, LA has a median cost of $5,163 per month — about 17% below the national median. Non-medical in-home care runs about $26 per hour (LA median, CareScout 2025), or roughly $4,160 per month for full-time help. 79 care providers serve the area, and many accept Medicaid to help families cover the cost.
| Care type | Typical cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Non-medical in-home care | $26/hour | ~$4,160/mo full-time |
| Assisted living | $5,163/month | private one-bedroom |
| Nursing home | $8,076/month | ~$96,912/yr, private room |
Source: CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2025).
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many senior care providers are in Metairie, LA?
families.care currently has 79 published senior care listings in Metairie, LA, with profile links, care categories, and available contact details to compare.
What types of senior care are available in Metairie, LA?
Available care types in Metairie, LA include Hospice, Nursing Home, Memory Care, Assisted Living, Home Health Nursing. Use the category links to compare local providers by care need, reviews, and quality signals.
How do I choose a senior care provider in Metairie, LA?
Start by matching the level of care, budget, location, and family preferences. Then compare published profile details, credentials and government ratings where available, reviews where present, and contact options on families.care. Confirm important details directly with each provider.
How much does assisted living cost in Metairie, LA?
Assisted living in Metairie, LA has a median cost of $5,163 per month, about 17% below the national median of $6,200 (CareScout 2025). Actual prices vary by community, room type, and level of care.
How much does in-home care cost in Metairie, LA?
Non-medical in-home care in Metairie, LA runs about $26 per hour (LA median, CareScout 2025). Full-time care (about 160 hours a month) works out to roughly $4,160 per month.
Does Medicaid help pay for senior care in LA?
Yes. LA's Medicaid program offers waivers that can help cover home care and, in some cases, assisted living for residents who meet income and care-need rules. Eligibility and covered services vary, so confirm the details with the state program.
How we research and verify this information
Our team compiles this listing from public records and provider data, and reviews it against authoritative sources.
- Cost of Care Survey (2025)Publisher: CareScout. Supports: General senior-care planning information.. Last checked: 2026-08-15.
- Skilled nursing facility coveragePublisher: Medicare.gov. Supports: General senior-care planning information.. Last checked: 2026-08-15.
- Medicaid coverage and eligibilityPublisher: Medicaid.gov. Supports: General senior-care planning information.. Last checked: 2026-07-10.
- Long-term-care guidance for familiesPublisher: National Institute on Aging. Supports: General senior-care planning information.. Last checked: 2026-07-10.
- VA pension rates (Aid & Attendance)Publisher: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Supports: General senior-care planning information.. Last checked: 2026-08-15.