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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Gold Dust, LA
If your loved one needs memory care in Gold Dust, A Place for Mom can help. With 16 memory care facilities in Gold Dust, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in Gold Dust incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Gold Dust memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Gold Dust, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Sambo, Beggs and Marksville.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Sambo, Beggs and Marksville.
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9.5
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42 reviews
Mom is very happy there. There was an incident with a fellow resident becoming violent...not towards Mom...but witnessed by her. Otherwise staff is very friendly and helpful and loving. They, like most...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
A Full and Rich LifeTucked away on two acres of scenic property in the exclusive River Ranch neighborhood, you may be surprised to find a warm and welcoming adult residential care and memory care community. Because we operate more like a family than a traditional senior living home, we can almost...
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The staff is extremely friendly - they check on the in laws multiple times a day. The housekeeping is good - laundry is done once week unless you pay more for it. This has been an issue, it would be nice if...
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.
Courtyard Retirement and Assisted Living is an assisted living facility in Lafayette, LA that offers residents independent living options and daily support services. Our residents range from ages fifty-five and older; most requiring assistance with activities of daily living; services are to...
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29 reviews
We found my Dad a great place at Summer House Alexandria and he is thriving. They have gone above and beyond for him ever since he arrived. The staff is always responsive with any needs we have. Definitely...
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.
Marigold Place is an award winning assisted living community located in the heart of Alexandria, Louisiana. Alexandria is a thriving metropolitan area with many recreational and cultural activities. Our residents enjoy trips to enjoy the sites including the Alexandria Zoo, the Alexandria Museum...
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8.5
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8 reviews
Our loved one is doing well at The Blake at Lafayette community. The staff members are caring and provide good quality of life care. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would absolutely recommend...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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8.0
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9 reviews
We thought the people at Brookdale Alexandria were wonderful. They loved our father-in-law like family. They all treated our family member like one of their own with dignity and respect that he deserved. I...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Designed With You In MindDo you want to exchange the burden of household chores for a life that gives you freedom to spend more time doing the things you love? Here at our adult residential and memory care community, you can do just that—and so much more. Surrounded by a kind and gracious care...
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7.7
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4 reviews
I would recommend the facility. Having a loved one with dementia increases the level of concern. I have cameras so I can check on her now, since she no longer will answer a phone.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Vincent offers a perfect blend of living options from Independent Living Apartment Homes and Cottages to Assisted Living and Memory Care, providing top-tier service and amenities in the beautiful heart of Lafayette, La.
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6.5
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8 reviews
Based off of our personal experience, I would recommend Avanti Senior Living at Lafayette to others looking.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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I think it's a nice, small town community with people who live in the area. They're very friendly and small town and understanding. I would recommend it. My only criticism would be that originally they...
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.
Trustwell Living at Bailey Place is located on the west side of Bunkie Louisiana, we enjoy the best of quiet southern country living. We pride ourselves on giving our residents personalized attention in a warm comfortable setting.We want our seniors to enjoy their golden years; we take away the...
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Mom loves it there! Highest quality of care she has received from the past 3 retirement facilities. Food - not so great. Activities - not much to speak of. But, the friendliness and personal care...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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11 reviews
Garden View is a very home like, friendly facility. The design makes it easy for clients to meet each other and for staff to observe clients at all times. Staff is both efficient and friendly. Family...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Garden View Assisted Living contains luxury one and two bedroom apartments allowing a choice in accommodations. Our residents leave behind the burden of everyday home maintenance, repairs and other worries to live in their own private apartment with the security of a helping hand when...
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At the moment my father is not able to participate in activities but they are offered. The community is kept extremely clean and organized. He does seem to enjoy the meals that are being provided for him....
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.
Canterbury House is a locally-owned and family operated assisted living facility. The courteous and professional staff is dedicated to fulfilling the needs and expectations of all our residents and their families 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. * We provide an emergency call system * 3 nutritious...
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Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Cedar Crest is the only dedicated memory care community in Lafayette. We are solely dedicated to those with memory care challenges and over the years we have developed our trademarked philosophy of care " Rhythm of the Day". Our philosophy of care assures your loved one receives; validation ( he...
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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Cost of memory care in Gold Dust, LA
The average cost of senior living in Gold Dust is $4,135 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Simmesport, LA with an average of $3,548 per month.
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What families are saying about memory care in Gold Dust
Recent reviews for memory care in Gold Dust
Trustwell Living at Bailey Place in Bunkie, LA
5.0
This is a nice community with very nice staff who are caring and attentive. We like that they keep this community clean. The variety on the menu is appealing. She likes participating in the activities. We would recommend this community to other families for good care and value.
Garden View Assisted Living of Lafayette
4.0
The staff are very attentive to my loved ones needs they are often checking on her and making sure she is comfortable in her new living environment. The meals are tasty and an alternative option is always available from the menu if the residents are dissatisfied with the food they are being ...
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Canterbury House in Alexandria, LA
4.2
Was very comfortable and at ease during interview. I felt that my mother would be well taken care of and the apartment assigned was s very good "fit". Staff is always friendly and helpful.
Gold Dust review score based on 43 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 43 reviews of 13 Gold Dust memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Gold Dust review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores
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Review subcategories for Gold Dust memory care
When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 43 reviews of 13 Gold Dust memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Gold Dust resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.Gold Dust, LA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.4
Friendliness
4.8
4.5
Care services
4.4
4.2
Staff
4.7
4.4
Meals & dining
4.1
4.0
Activities
4.4
4.0
Value for cost*
4.3
4.0
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Gold Dust memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gold Dust memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gold Dust, 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 Gold Dust memory care
Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Gold Dust that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Gold Dust, LANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
61.5%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
23.1%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
84.6%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30.8%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
84.6%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
69.2%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Gold Dust memory care
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 Gold Dust Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Gold Dust, LANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
76.9%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
53.8%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
61.5%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.4%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Gold Dust memory care
Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Gold Dust partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gold Dust, LANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
38.5%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
69.2%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
61.5%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
53.8%
50.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Gold Dust memory care
Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Gold Dust communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gold Dust, LANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
46.2%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
76.9%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
53.8%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
30.8%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gold Dust memory care
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Gold Dust offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gold Dust, LANational
Activity director
Activity director
76.9%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
46.2%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.5%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
84.6%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
84.6%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
84.6%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
69.2%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
61.5%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.2%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
69.2%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
84.6%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
53.8%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
53.8%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
69.2%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Brookdale Lafayette, Courtyard Retirement and Assisted Living and SummerHouse Alexandria are the top-rated memory care facilities near Gold Dust, Louisiana. See full list of communities.
There are 16 memory care facilities near Gold Dust, Louisiana. See the full list.
The best memory care facility near you in Gold Dust, Louisiana is Brookdale Lafayette. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
The 16 memory care facilities near you in Gold Dust, Louisiana typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Gold Dust, Louisiana, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Gold Dust, Louisiana, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Gold Dust, Louisiana ranges from $2005 to $7250. The average Memory Care cost in Gold Dust, Louisiana is $4,135. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Gold Dust, Louisiana typically starts at $2005. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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