Senior Care in Louisiana
Explore licensed senior care options across 197 cities in Louisiana. Compare 2,161 verified provider listings, review local cost benchmarks, and find comprehensive care planning guides.
Louisiana Senior Care Cost Report
Median assisted living: $5,163/mo. View statewide pricing comparisons, top 10 city benchmarks, and national medians.
Louisiana Senior Care Cost Benchmarks
Source: CareScout 2025 Cost of Care Survey (published March 2026)
| Care Type | Louisiana Median | Annualized Estimate |
|---|---|---|
| Assisted Living Facility | $5,163/mo | $61,956/yr |
| Memory Care (Estimated) | $6,454/mo | $77,445/yr |
| In-Home Care (Home Health Aide) | $26/hr | $59,488/yr (44 hrs/wk) |
| Homemaker Services | $0/hr | $0/yr (44 hrs/wk) |
| Nursing Home (Private Room) | $8,076/mo | $96,912/yr |
| Adult Day Health Care | $88/day | $22,000/yr (5 days/wk) |
Louisiana Medicaid & State Regulation
Understanding state regulations and financial assistance programs helps families make informed, secure long-term care placements across Louisiana.
State Licensing Agency
Senior care facilities, residential communities, and memory care homes are licensed and inspected by the Louisiana Department of Health.
Regular inspections assess staffing ratios, medication administration, sanitation, and resident safety rights.
Medicaid HCBS Waiver
Financial assistance for home care and supportive residential living is provided through the Community Choices Waiver (CCW).
Medicaid waivers fund therapeutic and personal care services, though room and board costs typically require private pay.
Cities in Louisiana
Verified provider directory inventory as of September 2026
Baton Rouge
216 licensed providers
New Orleans
157 licensed providers
Shreveport
136 licensed providers
Lafayette
118 licensed providers
Metairie
88 licensed providers
Monroe
69 licensed providers
Alexandria
68 licensed providers
Lake Charles
67 licensed providers
Hammond
55 licensed providers
Covington
44 licensed providers
Houma
40 licensed providers
Slidell
40 licensed providers
Bossier City
34 licensed providers
New Iberia
29 licensed providers
West Monroe
28 licensed providers
Mandeville
27 licensed providers
Gretna
24 licensed providers
Natchitoches
23 licensed providers
Franklinton
21 licensed providers
Gonzales
21 licensed providers
Ruston
21 licensed providers
Thibodaux
21 licensed providers
Denham Springs
20 licensed providers
Jennings
20 licensed providers
Minden
20 licensed providers
Opelousas
20 licensed providers
Bastrop
18 licensed providers
Laplace
18 licensed providers
Zachary
18 licensed providers
Crowley
17 licensed providers
Deridder
17 licensed providers
Kenner
15 licensed providers
Marrero
14 licensed providers
Abbeville
13 licensed providers
Rayville
13 licensed providers
Baker
12 licensed providers
Breaux Bridge
12 licensed providers
Leesville
12 licensed providers
Mansfield
12 licensed providers
New Roads
12 licensed providers
Pineville
12 licensed providers
Chalmette
11 licensed providers
Ville Platte
11 licensed providers
Winnsboro
11 licensed providers
Prairieville
10 licensed providers
Arcadia
9 licensed providers
Bunkie
9 licensed providers
Coushatta
9 licensed providers
Homer
9 licensed providers
Marksville
9 licensed providers
Morgan City
9 licensed providers
Plaquemine
9 licensed providers
Sulphur
9 licensed providers
Vidalia
9 licensed providers
Carencro
8 licensed providers
Jefferson
8 licensed providers
Ponchatoula
8 licensed providers
Tallulah
8 licensed providers
Youngsville
8 licensed providers
Amite
7 licensed providers
Church Point
7 licensed providers
Columbia
7 licensed providers
Dequincy
7 licensed providers
Donaldsonville
7 licensed providers
Eunice
7 licensed providers
Farmerville
7 licensed providers
Ferriday
7 licensed providers
Madisonville
7 licensed providers
Bogalusa
6 licensed providers
Harahan
6 licensed providers
Harvey
6 licensed providers
Jena
6 licensed providers
Oakdale
6 licensed providers
Walker
6 licensed providers
Westwego
6 licensed providers
Jackson
5 licensed providers
Jonesboro
5 licensed providers
Kentwood
5 licensed providers
Kinder
5 licensed providers
Lutcher
5 licensed providers
Many
5 licensed providers
Oak Grove
5 licensed providers
Raceland
5 licensed providers
Winnfield
5 licensed providers
Broussard
4 licensed providers
Clinton
4 licensed providers
Delhi
4 licensed providers
Greenwell Springs
4 licensed providers
Independence
4 licensed providers
Kaplan
4 licensed providers
Lacombe
4 licensed providers
Luling
4 licensed providers
Napoleonville
4 licensed providers
Port Allen
4 licensed providers
Basile
3 licensed providers
Belle Chasse
3 licensed providers
Bernice
3 licensed providers
Cut Off
3 licensed providers
Gray
3 licensed providers
Greensburg
3 licensed providers
Haughton
3 licensed providers
Jonesville
3 licensed providers
Lake Providence
3 licensed providers
Mamou
3 licensed providers
Mansura
3 licensed providers
Maurice
3 licensed providers
Pearl River
3 licensed providers
Rayne
3 licensed providers
Reserve
3 licensed providers
River Ridge
3 licensed providers
Saint Martinville
3 licensed providers
Springhill
3 licensed providers
Sunset
3 licensed providers
Terrytown
3 licensed providers
Vivian
3 licensed providers
Angie
2 licensed providers
Avondale
2 licensed providers
Benton
2 licensed providers
Center Point
2 licensed providers
Destrehan
2 licensed providers
Haynesville
2 licensed providers
Jeanerette
2 licensed providers
Lake Arthur
2 licensed providers
Mer Rouge
2 licensed providers
Oberlin
2 licensed providers
Olla
2 licensed providers
Ringgold
2 licensed providers
Roseland
2 licensed providers
Saint Francisville
2 licensed providers
Scott
2 licensed providers
Sibley
2 licensed providers
Simmesport
2 licensed providers
Vacherie
2 licensed providers
Welsh
2 licensed providers
Wisner
2 licensed providers
Albany
1 licensed provider
Arnaudville
1 licensed provider
Atlanta
1 licensed provider
Ball
1 licensed provider
Baskin
1 licensed provider
Cade
1 licensed provider
Calhoun
1 licensed provider
Cankton
1 licensed provider
Central
1 licensed provider
Choudrant
1 licensed provider
Colfax
1 licensed provider
Cottonport
1 licensed provider
Delta
1 licensed provider
Downsville
1 licensed provider
Dry Prong
1 licensed provider
Dupont
1 licensed provider
Elton
1 licensed provider
Erath
1 licensed provider
Ethel
1 licensed provider
Fafayette
1 licensed provider
Fort Johnson
1 licensed provider
Fort Polk
1 licensed provider
Gibsland
1 licensed provider
Gramercy
1 licensed provider
Grand Coteau
1 licensed provider
Grand Lake
1 licensed provider
Gueydan
1 licensed provider
Hahnville
1 licensed provider
Harrisonburg
1 licensed provider
Hessmer
1 licensed provider
Keatchie
1 licensed provider
Krotz Springs
1 licensed provider
Lecompte
1 licensed provider
Lockport
1 licensed provider
Longville
1 licensed provider
Mangham
1 licensed provider
Mathews
1 licensed provider
Melville
1 licensed provider
Merryville
1 licensed provider
Norco
1 licensed provider
Paincourtville
1 licensed provider
Palmetto
1 licensed provider
Patterson
1 licensed provider
Pierre Part
1 licensed provider
Pine Prairie
1 licensed provider
Plaucheville
1 licensed provider
Pollock
1 licensed provider
Ridgecrest
1 licensed provider
Riverdale
1 licensed provider
Robert
1 licensed provider
Rosepine
1 licensed provider
Saint James
1 licensed provider
Saint Rose
1 licensed provider
Slaughter
1 licensed provider
St Bernard
1 licensed provider
St. Francisville
1 licensed provider
St. Martinville
1 licensed provider
Tioga
1 licensed provider
Violet
1 licensed provider
Westlake
1 licensed provider
White Castle
1 licensed provider
Woodworth
1 licensed provider
Frequently Asked Questions
How many licensed senior care facilities operate in Louisiana?
The families.care verified directory tracks 2,161 licensed senior care providers across 197 cities in Louisiana as of September 2026. This includes assisted living communities, dedicated memory care facilities, skilled nursing homes, and licensed home health agencies.
What is the cost of senior living in Louisiana?
According to the CareScout 2025 Cost of Care Survey (published March 2026), the median cost of assisted living in Louisiana is $5,163 per month. In-home care aides average $26 per hour, and nursing homes average $96,912 annually for private rooms.
Who regulates assisted living and nursing homes in Louisiana?
Senior living facilities in Louisiana are regulated and inspected by the Louisiana Department of Health. Inspection reports, safety audits, and violation records are public records that families should consult prior to admission.
Can Louisiana Medicaid help pay for senior care?
Yes. In Louisiana, Medicaid covers skilled nursing home care for medically and financially qualified individuals. For seniors who prefer living at home or in community residential settings, Louisiana offers Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers, such as the Community Choices Waiver (CCW), which cover personal care and therapy services.
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How we research and verify this information
Our team compiles this listing from public records and provider data, and reviews it against authoritative sources. Read our editorial standards and research methodology.
- 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.