The Verandah Independent and Assisted Living
5851 Gray Market Drive , Lake Charles, LA 70605
4.8
(42)
At The Verandah at Graywood, we provide active seniors a lifestyle that you would be hard-pressed to find elsewhere in Louisiana. With our e...
The average cost of assisted living in the city is $3,125 a month. This guide is a starting point covering the cost of assisted living care in the city, as well as financing options to pay for it. You’ll find in-depth information on 7 Assisted Living Communities in Lake Charles and several in surrounding areas.
5851 Gray Market Drive , Lake Charles, LA 70605
4.8
(42)
At The Verandah at Graywood, we provide active seniors a lifestyle that you would be hard-pressed to find elsewhere in Louisiana. With our e...
2420 Country Club Rd., Lake Charles, LA 70605
4.3
(36)
Brookdale Lake Charles (formerly Emeritus at Lake Charles) offers a homelike setting and cheerful smiles from our professional staff who gre...
5650 Weaver Road , Lake Charles, LA 70605
4.0
(3)
Louisiana-owned and operated, Sage Oak Assisted Living & Memory Care of Lake Charles was founded to fill a need in personal home care for se...
1401 Country Club Road, Lake Charles, LA 70605
3.8
(7)
Because every person is unique, our services are fully customizable to ensure your loved one has exactly what they need on a daily basis. We...
Genworth’s 2018 Cost of Care study shows that the average monthly cost of assisted living in Lake Charles, Louisiana ($3,125), is one of the lowest in the state next to Monroe’s average cost of $2,950, and it’s less expensive than those in larger cities, such as Shreveport ($3,393) and New Orleans ($3,610). The most expensive city is the state capital of Baton Rouge, where the cost is equal to the national average of $4,000.
Lake Charles
$3,125
National average
$4,000
State average
$3,550
Monroe
$2,950
Alexandria
$3,401
Houma area
$4,325
Baton Rouge
$4,000
New Orleans area
$3,610
Shreveport area
$3,393
Depending on the level of care needed the monthly cost of assisted living in Lake Charles is comparable to that of home health care, which is higher than homemaker services ($2,955), although slightly lower than the average monthly cost of a home health aide ($3,241). However, additional costs of living at home, such as utilities, rent or mortgage payments, should be considered when comparing costs to those in an assisted living home, where these costs are typically included. If more intensive services are needed, nursing home care is over $2,000 more expensive per month than assisted living, with monthly costs averaging over $5,000 for both private and semiprivate rooms. Cost of Homemaker/Home Health Aide Comparison Chart
Assisted living
$3,125
Homemaker services
$2,955
Home health aide
$3,241
Adult day health
n/a
Nursing home care (semiprivate room)
$5,171
In Louisiana, health care assistance is available to low-income individuals and those with disabilities through the statewide Medicaid program. While many care services focus on family planning and children, seniors can apply for a long-term care assistance program which provides support to those requiring help with activities of daily living (ADLs). Services include assistance with personal activities such as bathing, dressing, walking, laundry and transportation to medical appointments.
To qualify for long-term care assistance, applicants must:
Assisted Living Bridge Loans
Seniors and their families in Lake Charles can apply for a line of credit to help pay for assisted living through Elderlife Financial bridge loans. Seniors can have as many as six people cosign on the loan, and funds generally become available quickly for those approved. The money can then be used in the short term (up to one year) to pay for rent or move-in fees at an assisted living home or home care agency.
Because of the short-term nature of these loans, seniors and their families should have a plan for long-term care in place before applying. To determine eligibility, Elderlife Financial considers credit scores, income, home equity and liquid assets. Because multiple family members can apply together, one person’s low credit score may not lead to disqualification. To apply, complete an online form at Elderlife Financial Services or call (888) 228-4500.
Veterans Aid and Attendance
Veterans and their surviving spouses who are over the age of 65 and require assistance with activities of daily living can receive payments in addition to their pension through the Veterans Aid and Attendance program (A&A).
To Qualify for A&A, veterans must meet one of the following conditions:
Lake Charles is home to several senior centers and a parish Council on Aging that provide various resources and activities to help keep seniors engaged and a part of the community. Along with social gatherings and games, services for members can include health screenings, home delivered and congregate meals, transit services and ombudsman and prescription assistance programs.
Calcasieu Parish Council on Aging
3950 Highway 14, Lake Charles, LA 70607
(337) 474-2583
Moss Bluff Senior Activity Center
2868 N. Hwy. 171, Moss Bluff, LA 70611
(337)217-0500
Lake Charles Senior Center
1530 5th St., Lake Charles, LA
(337) 433-0805
Several resources are available to veterans in the Lake Charles area, including an outpatient clinic that provides mental health and dental services, an office of veterans affairs that assists veterans with obtaining their entitled benefits and a home where services include skilled nursing and long-term care.
Lake Charles Outpatient Clinic
3601 Gerstner Memorial Drive, Hwy 14, Lake Charles, LA 7060
(337) 475-9500
Calcasieu Parish Department of Veterans Affairs
Courthouse Ground Floor, 1000 Ryan St, Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 491-2309
Southwest Louisiana Veterans Home
1610 Evangeline Rd, Jennings, LA 70546
(337) 824-2829
Go a bit further out to explore pricing and amenities.
Senior Homes has an extensive directory of senior living options, with care and living providers across the United States.
Paying for Assisted Living
A Primer on the Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
Veterans Benefits
Long-Term Insurance: Planning for Your Future
Financing Your Retirement with Life Insurance
PACE Programs: Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly
Paying for Long Term Care
Senior Downsizing Tips
U.S. Helplines & Hotlines for Suspected Elder Abuse
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