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7 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Port Nickel, LA
If you’re looking for assisted living in Port Nickel, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Port Nickel or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Port Nickel.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Port Nickel for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 7 assisted living facilities in the Port Nickel area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Greens Ditch, Lake Catherine and Michoud.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Metairie, New Orleans and Gretna.
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37 reviews
time there he likes the meals and everyone is very nice The facility is clean and well managed, and the services are extremely well priced for the quality. I’m really glad that we made this decision for...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Conveniently located in the heart of Old Jefferson across from Haydel's Bakery and down the street from Ochsner Main Campus, Ville Ste. Marie Senior Living has been providing quality retirement living since 2001. Whether your lifestyle is active and independent or requires the assistance of a...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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My loved one is a resident at The Suites at Algiers Point and overall the experience has been good. We have had no problems. The food is acceptable, not outstanding. Sometimes communication with the family...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
St. Margaret's at Belleville Assisted Living is an assisted living community located in New Orleans, LA. The exciting city of New Orleans is famous for its rich culture, delicious food, distinctive local dialect and its entertainment and performing arts venues. Home to world-famous attractions...
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I was faced with the most difficult decision of my life. I had always stated that my mom would never be placed in a home. When the time came she would live with me. Well, life throws you curve balls and my...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Honeysuckle House is located in an upscale neighborhood on the Westbank in Terrytown, just a few minutes’ drive from the Expressway. That means easy access from Gretna, Algiers, Belle Chasse, Marrero, Lafitte, and from New Orleans via the Crescent City Connection Bridge. Honeysuckle House has a...
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They are trying to be really helpful. I think it is really nice facility. I think that they could do a better job at onboarding new residents. They are kind of left to their own devices and I believe more...
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.
Laurel Senior Living is located in the heart of the Garden District in beautiful Uptown New Orleans offering Independent, Assisted, Memory, and Respite Care. All apartments are equipped with a walk-in private bath with a sit-down shower, safety grab bars, emergency pull cords in both the bath and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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: Assisted Living, 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.
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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My mother really enjoyed being there. The staff is wonderful.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Tranquil Living Tranquil Living is a residential care home located in the Jefferson Parish city of Marrero, LA. We offer a very peaceful setting that is highlighted by rolling hills, huge shade trees and several small streams that wander throughout our community. Our residents will often take...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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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Cost of assisted living in Port Nickel, LA
The average cost of senior living in Port Nickel is $4,314 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Grand Isle, LA with an average of $3,468 per month.
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Port Nickel, LA by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Port Nickel, LA
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What families are saying about assisted living in Port Nickel
Recent reviews for assisted living in Port Nickel
SummerHouse Vista Shores in New Orleans, LA
5.0
The head nurse, [name removed], is amazing. She is also in charge of the care staff. Everyone was so professional and thorough in their care of [name removed]. When sheets or clothes needed changing, it was done immediately. When he went into hospice and died, they were supportive to the end. I ...
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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.
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Laurel Senior Living in New Orleans, LA
5.0
We're very pleased with how things are going at HomeLife in the Gardens! They've been a huge help to us, and they're doing a great job taking care of my loved one. The staff is friendly and professional, and they're great about getting her extra care when she is in need.
Port Nickel assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Port Nickel assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Port Nickel, 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 Port Nickel assisted living
Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Port Nickel that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Port Nickel, LANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
28.6%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
28.6%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
42.9%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
28.6%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
57.1%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
57.1%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Port Nickel assisted living
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 Port Nickel Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Port Nickel, LANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
71.4%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
57.1%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
42.9%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
28.6%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Port Nickel assisted living
Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Port Nickel partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Port Nickel, LANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
42.9%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.9%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
42.9%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
57.1%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Port Nickel assisted living
Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Port Nickel communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Port Nickel, LANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
42.9%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.9%
42%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.6%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Port Nickel assisted living
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Port Nickel offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Port Nickel, LANational
Activity director
Activity director
28.6%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.6%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42.9%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.1%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.9%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.9%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.9%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.9%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
57.1%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.6%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.9%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Port Nickel
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Louisiana assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Port Nickel protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ville Ste. Marie Senior Living Community, Sunrise of Metairie and Inspired Living at Kenner are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Port Nickel, Louisiana. See full list of communities.
There are 7 assisted living facilities near Port Nickel, Louisiana. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Port Nickel, Louisiana is Sunrise of Metairie. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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