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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Lake Charles, LA

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If your loved one needs memory care in Lake Charles, A Place for Mom can help. With 12 memory care facilities in Lake Charles, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

Alzheimer’s care in Lake Charles incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Lake Charles memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Lake Charles, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

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zipAverageCost: $3,636

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Photo of Brookdale Lake Charles
1010 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.3
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31 reviews
9.3
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31 reviews
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It is not perfect, but has some of the best caregivers who really want to work with senior citizens. But, be prepared because you will not get to sit and soak. Brookdale has a busy schedule from exercise to...
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.
Redefine your independence with the care you need when you need it.We can help you with the little things—like simple housekeeping and meals—and with bathing and getting dressed, too. With adult residential care and memory care on one campus, we customize your care to meet your individual needs....
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Photo of The Verandah Retirement Community
1313 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.9
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34 reviews
8.9
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34 reviews
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Mom has a good relationship with the nurses and caregivers. She's also met the people in food services and enjoys the variety of meals. She especially enjoys being able to order from a menu if she doesn't...
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.
Start an exciting new chapter in your life at The Verandah. As Lake Charles’ premier senior retirement community, we offer both affordable Senior Living Starting at $2,700 (Independent Living) and $3,250 (Assisted Living). Our lovely location is in the beautiful neighborhood of Graywood, just...
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8.5
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21 reviews
8.5
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21 reviews
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Great clean big place with caring staff and friendly patients . [name removed] is a trusting intelligent kind director with activities and games daily.
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.
Rose Place is an award winning assisted living community in Port Arthur, Texas. Port Arthur is surrounded by natural beauty with its many lakes, rivers and forests. However it is our caring staff is that sets us above the rest and they will go out of their way to share a joke with you, celebrate...
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Things they do well at: The staff at The Gardens assisted living is very helpful and they will work with you to help provide your love ones with a comfortable environment. Areas for improvements: I think...
Provides: Assisted 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.
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Staff is always so pleasant, upbeat, and helpful at Stonebridge! You can tell they're happy to be there. I would rate them at a 10 if I could! Dining is fabulous. The food always smells so wonderful. I've...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Celebrating life and new beginnings is something that happens every day at Stonebridge Place. While our residents receive assistance they need and develop new friendships, your loved one will have access to special programs and services leading to a rich and fulfilling life. We provide a positive...
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We feel like it has improved with the new director. We have been pleased. My main suggestion would be to try to separate the living arrangements according to capabilities of the patrons.
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.
Sabine Place is located in Orange, Texas. We are conveniently located on the beautiful Texas and Louisiana border with easy access to I-10. With the many lakes and forests surrounding Orange, there are ample opportunities for nature walks, bird watching and water recreation. Orange also has many...
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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.
Searching for the right assisted living community may raise many questions that need immediate answers. At Kingsley Place at Lake Charles, we understand and we can help. There comes a time when a little help with simple everyday activities can make a big difference in how much you or your loved...
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.
Quality care should not be the exception, it should be the rule. At Oakwood Manor, it is. When your family member is experiencing healthcare challenges, you want to know that they will receive quality care from competent professionals. Located just northeast of Beaumont in Orange county, Oakwood...
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Cost of memory care in Lake Charles, LA

The average cost of senior living in Lake Charles is $3,636 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include DeRidder, LA with an average of $3,124 per month.

Memory care costs in Lake Charles, LA, vs. nearby cities

Lake Charles, LA
$3,636/mo
$3,665/mo
$3,682/mo

Memory care costs in Lake Charles, LA, vs. state and national averages

Lake Charles, LA
$3,636/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

Memory care costs in Lake Charles, LA, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$3,636/mo

Memory care costs in Lake Charles, LA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,019/mo
Studio
$3,458/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,795/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,082/mo

Senior living costs in Lake Charles vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Lake Charles, LA
Column state: Louisiana
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLake Charles, LALouisianaU.S.
Memory Care$3,636/mo$3,900/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$3,559/mo$3,929/mo$4,557/mo
Independent Living$3,627/mo$3,593/mo$4,016/mo
Memory Care
Lake Charles, LA:$3,636/mo
Louisiana:$3,900/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Lake Charles, LA:$3,559/mo
Louisiana:$3,929/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Independent Living
Lake Charles, LA:$3,627/mo
Louisiana:$3,593/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Memory care costs in Lake Charles, LA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Lake Charles and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Lake Charles, LALA stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Lake Charles, LA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Lake Charles have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Lake Charles, LA$7,088/mo$3,951/mo+79.4%
Louisiana$4,737/mo$4,771/mo-0.7%
National$5,614/mo$5,494/mo+2.2%
Lake Charles, LA
2024 average cost:$7,088/mo
2023 average cost:$3,951/mo
Percent change:+79.4%
Louisiana
2024 average cost:$4,737/mo
2023 average cost:$4,771/mo
Percent change:-0.7%
National
2024 average cost:$5,614/mo
2023 average cost:$5,494/mo
Percent change:+2.2%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about memory care in Lake Charles

Recent reviews for memory care in Lake Charles

The Verandah Retirement Community in Lake Charles, LA

4.9
Communication has been lacking, but it's directly related to staffing in my experience. Everything else is very professional and they have been extremely accommodating. My loved one is somewhat headstrong and they are great at caring for her. Most importantly, she's very happy living here and ...
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Sage Oak Assisted Living and Memory Care of Lake Charles

5.0
Just wish I had moved him sooner. We really like the hominess. I felt like I was a part of the family. I was always welcome to dine with him. His last meal was Thanksgiving and I fed him and I also had a plate. He enjoyed their food. They quickly learned his likes and dislikes. They do need ...
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Sabine Place in Orange, TX

5.0
I have a parent here and I am so glad I chose Sabine Place. It is on the smaller side which is what I was looking for. All the residents know each other. The Executive Director, [name removed] is always willing to help if and when needed. The Activities Director has activities planned ...
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Lake Charles memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lake Charles memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lake Charles, 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 Lake Charles 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 Lake Charles that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Lake Charles, LANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
37.5%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
25%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
87.5%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
62.5%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
87.5%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
75%
74%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Lake Charles 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 Lake Charles Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Lake Charles, LANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
75%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
62.5%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.5%
27.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Lake Charles 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 Lake Charles partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lake Charles, LANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.5%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
12.5%
51%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.5%
17%
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Availability of select dining options in Lake Charles 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 Lake Charles communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lake Charles, LANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
12.5%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
37.5%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lake Charles 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 Lake Charles offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lake Charles, LANational
Activity director
Activity director
75%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
75%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
75%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
75%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
62.5%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
62.5%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
62.5%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
75%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
75%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
62.5%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.5%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in Lake Charles

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Louisiana memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Lake Charles protect seniors.
Learn about Louisiana memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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