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10 Best Nursing Homes in Gretna, LA

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Gretna is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 52 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Gretna, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Gretna is about $4,213, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 288 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Gretna, LA

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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Cost of nursing homes in Gretna, LA

The average cost of senior living in Gretna is $4,213 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lafourche Crossing, LA with an average of $3,389 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Gretna, LA vs. nearby cities

Gretna, LA
$4,213/mo
$4,213/mo
$4,213/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Gretna, LA vs. the state and national average

Gretna, LA
$4,213/mo
U.S. national average
$4,815/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Gretna vs. other types of senior living

$4,289/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,213/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Gretna, LA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,939/mo
Studio
$5,194/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,756/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,739/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Gretna over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Gretna

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Gretna

Sunrise of Metairie

5.0
The facility is clean, well lit and well kept. The staff is polite, helpful and compassionate. My parents feel that this would definitely be the place to retire and would be very happy there. [names removed] were so informative and compassionate on the tour of the community. The staff there ...
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The Blake at Colonial Club in Harahan, LA

5.0
I am a resident at The Black and I love it here! Everyone is very friendly. We are like a big family. The staff is very helpful and approachable. I would definitely recommend the Blake to others.

Maison Orleans Healthcare of New Orleans

5.0
My loved one says they treat her fine. She likes the nursing and they treat her well. She is comfortable. They keep me informed and updated. It smells like urine in certain parts of the facility, but it is clean.

Gretna nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gretna nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gretna, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Gretna nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Gretna that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Gretna, LANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
12.1%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
18.2%
9.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
48.5%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
39.4%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
27.3%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
6.1%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
39.4%
22.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
15.2%
7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
12.1%
17.3%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Gretna nursing homes

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Gretna Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Gretna, LANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
15.2%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
15.2%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
15.2%
5.4%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
3%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Gretna nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Gretna partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gretna, LANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
9.1%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
15.2%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
12.1%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
9.1%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Gretna nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Gretna communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gretna, LANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
15.2%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
18.2%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
15.2%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.1%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gretna nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Gretna offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gretna, LANational
Activity director
Activity director
18.2%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.2%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.2%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
15.2%
6.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
18.2%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
27.3%
6.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
18.2%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
18.2%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
15.2%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
15.2%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
18.2%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
18.2%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.1%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
18.2%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Ville Ste. Marie Senior Living Community, Sunrise of Metairie and Laketown Village are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Gretna, Louisiana. See full list of communities.

There are 52 nursing homes facilities near Gretna, Louisiana. See the full list.

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