10 Best Nursing Homes in Baton Rouge, LA

Seniors and their families may use a variety of methods to cover the costs of senior care in Baton Rouge. Whether you choose a skilled nursing facility, with 24-hour onsite nursing care, an assisted living facility with regular nursing visits, or something in between, you have payment options available to you.

In this section, you will find advice about private pay, VA benefits, Medicare, and Medicaid.

Nursing home facilities in Louisiana must be licensed by the Louisiana Department of Health via inspections by the Office of State Fire Marshall and by the Office of Public Health as well as disclosure of owners with 5% or greater ownership. A nursing home is defined as a private home or institution in which multiple residents receive necessary personal care and nursing.

Some memory care facilities in our listings will also come under the “nursing facilities” umbrella and be inspected as such, but facilities may have additional guidelines for the provision of memory care, more specifically. For example, a nursing facility with an Alzheimer’s Special Care Unit must have designated, secure areas and pathways to protect memory care patients.

Full standards for licensed nursing facilities can be found here. They include rules for regular inspections, for informing and communicating with residents, for the delivery of care and 24-hour security, and much more.

Regulations for Assisted Living and Memory Care Facilities

Memory care facilities are grouped as a specialized form of assisted living. Assisted living facilities also require a license from the Health Standards Section (HHS) of the Louisiana Department of Health. Once licensed, these communities are categorized as adult residential care providers. Because of this category, these facilities must then undergo inspections regularly. During these inspections, which occur once a year, the facility must prove that they have established the necessary systems, equipment, and protocols to provide adequate care to seniors, including standard health, safety, and cleanliness.

Additionally, facilities have to prove they can address the evolving requirements and preferences of residents by having developed care plans accordingly. For instance, they are required to offer 24-hour supervision and provide services and layouts that protect the dignity and privacy of their residents. They must also provide transportation for medical and personal appointments to residents who are unable to arrange their own means of transportation.

You can refer to the Department of Health website for even more detailed information. If you’d like to obtain inspection reports, you need to submit a public records request. The instructions on how to do so can be found here.

Louisiana Department of Health contact information

Visit the Louisiana Department of Health website

628 North 4th St.
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
Phone: 888-342-6207
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4.30 p.m.

COVID-19 regulations for Baton Rouge nursing homes

While COVID-19 regulations are no longer mandated by law, long-term care facilities are advised to follow guidance set out by the CDC and the Louisiana Department of Health. Beyond these recommended guidelines, licensed facilities reserve the right to introduce additional measures to help protect their residents and visitors in the case of public health outbreaks. You can find full information on the guidelines covering the Baton Rouge area here.

In A Place For Mom’s partner facilities, you will find homes and communities where seniors can receive care, whether that’s for a specific condition like Alzheimer’s or more general everyday care. Some come under the category of assisted living, others can be classed as memory care, and others are communities with dedicated, skilled nursing wings or departments. These are all frequently grouped under the term nursing home.

Let’s take a closer look at the different types of care communities available:

• Memory care facilities: These facilities primarily serve individuals with memory-related conditions such as Alzheimer’s and dementia.
• Assisted living facilities: These facilities cater to seniors who require some assistance, but do not need 24-hour nursing care. Some seniors who move into assisted living facilities anticipate potentially needing skilled nursing care in the future.
• Independent living facilities: Seniors who are self-sufficient and only need occasional assistance may prefer to live in independent living facilities instead of living in a standalone apartment or home. These facilities are part of a larger community.

In assisted living facilities, seniors can anticipate receiving exceptional care and assistance. They can rely on services such as 24-hour security, on-call care, specialized nursing care, and visits from physicians. This ensures that residents feel secure, knowing that their community can provide them with the necessary support to handle any possible challenges they may face. Some facilities have different areas that they specialize in. For example, from our list of memory care and assisted living partners, 88% of them specialize in memory care.

A facility to match your care needs

Assisted living and memory care facilities in our listings offer a high level and quality of care. Of our nine listings, five are a combination of assisted living and memory care, three are a combination of assisted living and independent living, and one is standalone memory care. If you wish to go outside the market radius, within 20 miles, there are two additional facilities classified as assisted living/memory care/independent living.

The facilities that offer a combination of care give you the opportunity to customize the care experience for your loved one. A senior may need 24-hour supervision or simply regular nurse visits. They may require an onsite physician, which is available at some facilities, or their needs may be satisfied by having a great local clinic where they can go for primary care. No matter their individual needs, there will be a facility within our network that can help.

Extra amenities and community benefits

In Baton Rouge, care is the foundation of an assisted living or memory care experience, but there is a lot more for seniors and their families to discover. Extra services and amenities can make life a little sweeter. Time spent outdoors is crucial for well-being, and all of our in-network facilities house outdoor seating and walking areas. Amenities allow residents to connect with their passions and hobbies. BBQs, picnics, gardening clubs, accessible yoga – whatever your loved one is into, you can find it in these senior care facilities.

Health care for seniors in Baton Rouge

For any healthcare need not covered by your nursing home facility, a Baton Rouge hospital is there for you. There are two well-regarded hospitals in the city area that offer ongoing primary care, emergency surgery, and most everything in between.

Transportation for seniors in Baton Rouge

Assisted living facilities, including those offering memory care, provide transportation services for residents. 89% of the communities that A Place for Mom partners with in Baton Rouge, LA have both complimentary transportation and at-cost transportation that can be used for personal use, medical appointments and errands. Facility-organized transport has the benefit of being wheelchair accessible and accompanied by trained staff to supervise residents during their journeys.

Most people living in and around Baton Rouge drive as their primary mode of transport. However, the Capital Area Transit System (CATS) also offers public transit options intended to help seniors and their caregivers get around town easily. This includes on-demand services that run door to door and buses with reduced fares for elderly travelers.

Nursing facility residents could also use private pick-up companies for door-to-door journeys. Lyft, for example, has made a commitment to delivering a friendly service that seniors and those with disabilities can access.