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AssistedLiving.org spent dozens of hours researching the top assisted living communities in the New Orleans area to allow seniors and their families to find the community that’s right for them. Click through the facilities listed below to read in-depth reviews, what residents are saying, and details such as base pricing, room types, and more.

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Featured New Orleans, LA Facilities

HomeLife in the Gardens
HomeLife in the Gardens

1101 Aline St, New Orleans, LA 24863

HomeLife in the Gardens
  • Assisted Living
  • Memory Care
  • Respite
HomeLife in the Gardens offers seniors round-the-clock assisted living services in the upscale uptown New Orleans area.…

4.12

Average of 43 reviews

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The Suites at Algiers Point
The Suites at Algiers Point

813 Pelican Ave, New Orleans, LA 24862

The Suites at Algiers Point
  • Assisted Living
  • Memory Care
  • Hospice
  • Respite
The Suites at Algiers Point is a locally owned and operated assisted living facility that offers luxury…

4.39

Average of 31 reviews

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SummerHouse Vista Shores
SummerHouse Vista Shores

5958 St Bernard Ave, New Orleans, LA 24869

SummerHouse Vista Shores
  • Assisted Living
  • Memory Care
Vista Shores is a senior living community in New Orleans, Louisiana. It offers a luxurious yet laid-back…

4.23

Average of 23 reviews

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Sunrise of Metairie
Sunrise of Metairie

3732 W. Esplanade Ave. S., Metairie, LA 70002

Sunrise of Metairie
  • Assisted Living
  • Independent Living
  • Memory Care
  • Respite
  • Skilled Nursing
Sunrise of Metairie is a senior living community that offers a holistic approach to care. It provides…

3.95

Average of 72 reviews

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Laketown Village
Laketown Village

1600 Joe Yenni Blvd, Kenner, LA 24810

Laketown Village
  • Assisted Living
  • Memory Care
Laketown Village is an optimal assisted living choice for residents desiring upscale accommodations near picturesque Lake Pontchartrain…

3.99

Average of 102 reviews

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Lambeth House
Lambeth House

150 Broadway, New Orleans, LA 24866

Lambeth House
  • Assisted Living
  • Independent Living
  • Memory Care
  • Skilled Nursing
Lambeth House is a continuing care retirement community in New Orleans, LA, where seniors can age in…

3.6

Average of 14 reviews

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The Suites at Sugar Mill Point
The Suites at Sugar Mill Point

220 Valhi Blvd., Houma, LA 70360

The Suites at Sugar Mill Point
  • Assisted Living
  • Memory Care
Situated within the Sugar Mill subdivision, The Suites at Sugar Mill Point offers assisted living and memory…

4.45

Average of 17 reviews

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Poydras Home
Poydras Home

5354 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA 24863

Poydras Home
  • Assisted Living
  • Independent Living
  • Memory Care
  • Day Services
  • Skilled Nursing
With a history going back to the 19th century, Poydras Home Activity Services for the Elderly (PHASE)…

4.28

Average of 16 reviews

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St. Francis Villa Assisted Living
St. Francis Villa Assisted Living

10411 Jefferson Hwy., River Ridge, LA 70123

St. Francis Villa Assisted Living
  • Assisted Living
Francis Villa Assisted Living specializes in providing assistance for seniors, utilizing a social model that encourages independence,…

4.72

Average of 9 reviews

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The Azaleas Assisted Living at Woldenberg Village
The Azaleas Assisted Living at Woldenberg Village

3701 Behrman Place, New Orleans, LA 24862

The Azaleas Assisted Living at Woldenberg Village
  • Assisted Living
  • Independent Living
  • Memory Care
  • Respite
  • Skilled Nursing
Nestled on 17 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds, Touro’s Woldenberg Village is a residential retirement community offering…

3.77

Average of 28 reviews

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Chateau De Notre Dame
Chateau De Notre Dame

2832 Burdette Street, New Orleans, LA 24872

Chateau De Notre Dame
  • Assisted Living
  • Independent Living
  • Memory Care
  • Hospice
  • Skilled Nursing
Located in a vibrant community in New Orleans, Chateau De Notre Dame offers a continuum of care…

3.66

Average of 171 reviews

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Ville Ste. Marie Senior Living
Ville Ste. Marie Senior Living

4112 Jefferson Hwy., New Orleans, LA 70121

Ville Ste. Marie Senior Living
  • Assisted Living
  • Independent Living
Ville Ste. Marie Senior Living provides exceptional assisted living services in the heart of New Orleans. Trained…

4.52

Average of 16 reviews

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The Verandah Assisted Living and Memory Care
The Verandah Assisted Living and Memory Care

5851 Gray Market Dr., Lake Charles, LA 70605

The Verandah Assisted Living and Memory Care
  • Assisted Living
  • Independent Living
  • Memory Care
  • Respite
The Verandah Retirement Community offers all-inclusive living in a resort-style setting. The Active Living Program encourages residents…

4.89

Average of 100 reviews

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The Mary Joseph Residence for the Elderly
The Mary Joseph Residence for the Elderly

4201 Woodland Dr, New Orleans, LA 24878

The Mary Joseph Residence for the Elderly
  • Assisted Living
  • Skilled Nursing
St. Luke\'s Living Center is an assisted living community in New Orleans, Louisiana. There are on-site amenities…

3.28

Average of 8 reviews

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Ashton Manor
Ashton Manor

270 Ashton Plantation Blvd., Luling, LA 70070

Ashton Manor
  • Assisted Living
  • Memory Care
Ashton Manor is an assisted living and memory care community that features three distinct neighborhoods based on…

4.39

Average of 22 reviews

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Serenity Senior Residence
Serenity Senior Residence

3949 Meadowdale St, Metairie, LA 24746

Serenity Senior Residence
  • Assisted Living
Serenity Senior Residence is a small assisted living community that offers a caring and homelike atmosphere. The…

4.28

Average of 4 reviews

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Inspired Living
Inspired Living

3801 Loyola Dr., Kenner, LA 70065

Inspired Living
  • Assisted Living
  • Independent Living
  • Memory Care
  • Respite
Inspired Senior Living is a resort-style senior community that offers a comfortable place where seniors can enjoy…

4.58

Average of 56 reviews

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Summerfield Senior Living
Summerfield Senior Living

4104 Dauphine St., Slidell, LA 70458

Summerfield Senior Living
  • Assisted Living
  • Independent Living
Summerfield Senior Living is an independent and assisted living community where residents can relax in their spacious…

4.6

Average of 33 reviews

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Park Provence
Park Provence

1925 Possum Hollow Rd., Slidell, LA 70458

Park Provence
  • Assisted Living
  • Independent Living
  • Memory Care
Park Provance is a senior living community located on a rolling landscape, alongside a scenic lake with…

4.57

Average of 100 reviews

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COVID-19 Rules for Assisted Living in New Orleans

For assisted living communities, COVID-19 rules and regulations are typically set at the state level. You can view specific rules on our guide to assisted living in LA. These rules change often, and many communities have policies in place that go above and beyond what’s required by the state, so you should contact your local community for more information. Additionally, you can contact your local Area Agency on Aging to learn more.

How to Pay for Assisted Living in New Orleans

In New Orleans, older adults pay $3,973 per month for assisted living services, which is affordable compared to the national median of $4,500 but a couple hundred dollars higher than Louisiana’s average rate of $3,748.

Assisted Living in New Orleans vs. Nearby Cities

Compared to other cities within the state, New Orleans has moderately priced assisted living services that cost approximately $3,973 per month. In Monroe, the cheapest surveyed city to obtain assisted living services in Louisiana, rates are over $1,000 lower at $2,650, and in Hammond, assisted living facilities charge $3,450. New Orleans is an affordable alternative to Baton Rouge, where care costs average $4,125, and to Houma, where seniors pay $4,800.

  • New Orleans: $3,973
  • Louisiana: $3,748
  • United States: $4,500
  • Houma: $4,800
  • Hammond: $3,450
  • Baton Rouge: $4,125
  • Monroe: $2,650

Assisted Living vs. Other Types of Care in New Orleans, LA

Long-term care is generally affordable in New Orleans, with average costs for all care types coming in well below national medians. At $3,973 per month, assisted living is an affordable option. For those seeking even lower care costs, adult day health care may provide savings, with fees coming in at $1,408. Older adults pay $4,195 for basic homemaker services and home health aide services, which is pricier than assisted living but may be affordable for those with minimal living expenses. Nursing home care is the costliest senior care type at $5,931.

  • Homemaker Services: $4,195
  • Home Health Aide: $4,195
  • Adult Day Health Care: $1,408
  • Assisted Living: $3,973
  • Nursing Home: $5,931

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in New Orleans

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Other Ways to Pay for Assisted Living in New Orleans

Since not everyone can afford to pay for assisted living out-of-pocket, it’s important to find alternative methods to help make assisted living more affordable. Some of these options include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about your options for making assisted living more affordable, visit our guide to Assisted Living in New Orleans.

Free and Low-Cost Assisted Living Resources for Seniors in New Orleans

Seniors in New Orleans can get personalized help with researching long-term care options in the region, including comparing local assisted living facilities and identifying ways to cover monthly costs. This table highlights top resources for seniors that address a wide range of age-related issues.

Resource Contact Service
Kinship Senior Center (504) 314-0300 Kinship Senior Center is a nonprofit organization in the heart of New Orleans that offers health and wellness programs, technology classes, special interest groups and volunteer opportunities for older adults in the region. It publishes monthly newsletters to help members track regularly scheduled and special activities, and it maintains an up-to-date list of resources for seniors. The center is open on weekdays from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
New Orleans Council on Aging (504) 821-4121 The New Orleans Council on Aging administers numerous services to promote seniors’ quality of life. Through this organization, older adults can enroll in the SeniorRX program, which provides free and discounted medication assistance. The council also operates three special interest senior centers in the New Orleans region and provides volunteer opportunities to older adults through the national Retired and Senior Volunteer Program.
Capital Area Agency on Aging (225) 922-2525

(800) 833-9883

 The Capital Area Agency on Aging provides an array of free and low-cost services to those aged 60 and over in the New Orleans region. It operates an Aging and Disability Resource Center, which serves as a single point of access for public benefits, community-based services and referrals for seniors. It also houses the region’s Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program, a free advocacy service for those in licensed assisted living facilities.
VA New Orleans Regional Office (800) 698-2411 The New Orleans Regional Office has trained staff that help older veterans with service-related issues, including submitting applications for benefits that may help cover assisted living. It can help individuals determine whether they qualify for veterans’ home placement and gather documents necessary for applying for Aid and Attendance, pensions and compensation.
Disability Rights Louisiana (800) 960-7705 Disability Rights Louisiana’s Advocacy for Older People program can help older adults in nursing homes transition to assisted living facilities. It provides legal information and referrals regarding civil legal issues such as access to health care and long-term services and supports. It also has publications that cover Medicaid, Social Security benefits and Medigap.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in New Orleans

Assisted Living Communities in New Orleans are required to follow a set of rules and regulations that are determined by the state. For more specific information, talk with your local community or Area Agency on Aging.

Laws and regulations for assisted living in Louisiana

The Top Assisted Living Communities in the New Orleans Area

In order to find the top assisted living communities in the New Orleans area, our team of researchers:

  • Sorted through 35 communities using our unique methodology
  • Spent over 28 hours researching assisted living communities in New Orleans
  • Read more than 280 reviews left by residents and their family members

After filtering out facilities that didn’t meet our high standards, we were left with 19 assisted living communities that earned our seal of approval. Through this process we discovered that the average cost of assisted living in the city of New Orleans is $3,973, which is higher than the state average of $3,784 and lower than the national average of $4,500.

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Jonathan Frank
Licensed Social Worker and Certified Dementia Practitioner
Jonathan Frank
Licensed Social Worker and Certified Dementia Practitioner

Jonathan Frank is a Licensed Social Worker with over 10 years experience working with the geriatric population in a variety of different settings. He received his Masters degree from Rutgers University with a certificate in Aging and Gerontological Services. Additionally, he is a Certified Dementia Practitioner accredited by the National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners. Jonathan also has Bachelors degree in psychology and worked as an Emergency Medical Technician for 14 years. His passion lies with the elderly and ensuring they age with dignity.

Read on for in-depth information about the top assisted living facilities in New Orleans, a brief dive into our methodology for determining the best assisted living communities, and a searchable directory of 35 communities in the New Orleans area.

Our Methodology

It’s not what we research, but the way we research that makes AssistedLiving.org stand out. We start by identifying problems and challenges in the senior care industry by gaining insight from conversations with industry professionals, older adults, and those that care for them. Next, our research team led by industry experts apply our data-driven research techniques to understand the magnitude of the challenge and how to overcome it. Finally, we present our findings in easy-to-understand guides and studies and share our actionable results with influencers and caregivers, as well as the general public.

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Facility Features (40%)

Facility Health Services Graded on health services provided
on the facility including, but not
limited to, on-site nursing,
pharmacy, skilled nursing,
medicine administration, etc

Facility Amenities Graded on the available
amenities.

Affordability Financial assistance acceptance
and overall costs and value.

Residential Quality (40%)

Resident Satisfaction Polling & survey of overall facility satisfaction.

Facility Complaint and Violations Number of complaints and violations the facility had. Taking into account improvement over time.

Online Reviews Aggregated verified online reviews.

Location (20%)

Location-Based Benefits Including, but not limited to, proximity to
hospitals, ambulance response times, senior
resources available, and state and city
financial assistance.

Location Quality Local crime rates, incidents against older
adults, air quality, climate.

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