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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Skidder, LA
If you’re looking for assisted living in Skidder, 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 Skidder or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Skidder.
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9.5
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42 reviews
I would highly recommend the facility. We picked this community because of the small resident to staff ratio and located in quiet neighborhood.
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.
Don’t sweat the small stuff. We’ve got that covered for you with care when you need it.If you’re living a mostly independent lifestyle, but you could use an extra hand with some of your day-to-day activities, our community with both adult residential care and memory care could be right for you....
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9.3
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45 reviews
This place is a very clean place and the CNA’s do a great job! They work very hard to keep the place going and take care of the residents. The ladies in the dining hall work very to keep it clean and...
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.
There’s a lot to love here—like care when you need it. And more time to do what you want to do.With both adult residential care and memory care, here at our community, you’ll have the care you need, when you need it. We’ll take care of the rest so you can focus the fun. Your basic utilities and...
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9.2
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47 reviews
Wonderful place. The staff in awesome. Everyone there is caring towards the residents. The food is great! Russ Place is an excellent choice for assisted living. My mother is happy there and I have peace of...
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.
Russ Place has been rated by our families and community as the Best of the Best in Senior Care. SeniorAdvisor.com recognizes senior living providers who consistently receive high ratings and positive reviews from their residents, families, and visitors. This EXCLUSIVE designation is awarded to...
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9.2
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28 reviews
I like the staff. A fairly level stability. Some have been on staff for years. The building is older, but has recently been renovated. It could still use some upkeep on the outside.
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.
Bloom at Bossier is a family-owned and operated independent living, independent living plus and assited living establishment. Since 1965, our goal has been simple yet aspirational: to help our residents flourish. Entering a Bloom community does not mean checking your lifestyle or personality at...
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9.0
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53 reviews
My MIL is currently a resident and seems to like The Gables. It has a friendly, family oriented feel, and the staff goes over and beyond to make the residents feel at home. The cost is at the lower end of...
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.
Hello and thank you for your interest in Priority Management’s The Gables at Spring Lake Independent and Assisted Living! We are conveniently located along the Ellerbe Road corridor of Shreveport, Louisiana, directly behind our sister community, Spring Lake Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation. You...
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8.0
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38 reviews
They were great. They make every effort to meet the needs that your loved one might have. When you discuss any issues or additional things you need they do anything within their power to accommodate you. I...
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.
The Arbor of Minden is located in a beautiful area north of downtown Minden. The Harbor offers 'independent living' and 'assisted living' apartments in a safe and enjoyable environment. The focus of our trained personal care team is to provide our residents with understanding of their special...
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We chose Montclair Park because of the value for the money as well as the ownership and location of the facility. The room sizes at the facility are very nice, they do vary depending on what you need. My...
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.
Montclair Park Assisted Living was dreamed, designed and built by David Abdehou, MD, an internal medicine specialist determined to “create a better way” for retirees to live their elder years in a warm, compassionate and secure atmosphere that fosters and encourages independence and meaningful...
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They take really good care of your loved one at this community. it is always clean and always smells good, The staff are really nice. I have nothing negative at all to say about them. This is the fourth...
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.
When someone you love is in need of memory care, choose the caring staff and impressive surroundings available at the Savannah Grand of Bossier City assisted living community located in Bossier City, Bossier Parish, Louisiana. The community is conveniently located on Brandon Avenue which is east...
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7.0
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11 reviews
If you want peace of mind knowing that your loved one is safe and taken care of, this is the place. The staff makes my mom feel cherished. They call her by name and always greet her like she matters. She can...
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.
The Blake at Bossier City is located at the intersection of Airline Drive and Green Acres Boulevard. Set apart from the competition, our architecture and design bring daylight and elegance into a building that will never feel like a traditional assisted living or nursing home. Our quality of...
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.
We are an assisted living community and retirement village in North Louisiana. Our facility caters in each residents individual needs and we strive to make your retirement years the “best of your life”!!
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7.0
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The overall is pretty good. Not much to do, pretty quiet, meals seem to be fine, people are friendly (including the staff). Everything is always clean, no issues there. The staff is always friendly, ready 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.
Assisted Living is designed for seniors who may have difficulty with activities of daily living. The Arbor provides a way of living for seniors who seek independence and privacy, yet have concerns for housekeeping, lawn maintenance, activities, personal nutrition, as well as assistance with...
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.
Caring for a family member with Alzheimer’s can be mentally and physically challenging. The Terrace offers a unique living environment designed and devoted to seniors with Alzheimer’s and other dementia-related disorders. The need of every resident is determined on an individual basis. Family...
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Overall I think things have gone well at Azalea Estates. It is a nice looking, clean community and the staff have all been very very friendly. They really do a great job taking care of my parents and all of...
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
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.
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.
Azalea Estates of Shreveport is an assisted living community dedicated to providing outstanding care in a safe, supportive environment in Shreveport, Louisiana. Our home-like atmosphere and beautifully cared for grounds make our community the ideal place for those looking for a relaxing,...
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.
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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.
The Gables at Spring Lake Assisted LivingLocated on Line Avenue in Shreveport, you’ll find The Gables at Spring Lake, a Senior Care Centers assisted living facility that offers an attractive residential living options for those who wish to maintain and independent lifestyle, but desire moderate...
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Cost of assisted living in Skidder, LA
The average cost of senior living in Skidder is $3,347 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Campti, LA with an average of $2,658 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Skidder, LA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Skidder, LA vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Skidder, LA by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Skidder, LA
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What families are saying about assisted living in Skidder
Recent reviews for assisted living in Skidder
Trustwell Living at Russ Place in Ruston, LA
4.7
My brother signed on the dotted line because of the cost. But he stays there because of the administrator and the staff. They make sure that he gets the medical care he needs and takes him to his appointments and check in on him everyday to make sure that he gets what he needs. You have to be ...
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Bloom at Bossier in Bossier City, LA
3.4
The facility is old, and the upkeep was questionable from the owners
Based off of our experience, I would not recommend Bloom at Bossier to others.
Brookdale Bossier City
5.0
Brookdale is really a nice place. The residents are friendly and seem content to be there. The staff is helpful, friendly and welcoming. My mother is adjusting to her new move. There’s always something going on and activities galore.
Skidder review score based on 39 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 39 reviews of 15 Skidder assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Skidder review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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
Skidder review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Skidder assisted living
When assisted living 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 39 reviews of 15 Skidder assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Skidder resident and family assisted living 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.Skidder, LA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
4.4
4.2
Staff
4.7
4.5
Meals & dining
4.3
4.1
Activities
4.4
4.1
Value for cost*
4.4
4.1
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Skidder assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Skidder assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Skidder, 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 Skidder 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 Skidder that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Skidder, LANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
46.7%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
6.7%
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
73.3%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
46.7%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
73.3%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Skidder 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 Skidder Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Skidder, LANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
53.3%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
33.3%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
46.7%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
6.7%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Skidder 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 Skidder partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Skidder, LANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
26.7%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.7%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
46.7%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.7%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Skidder 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 Skidder communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Skidder, LANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
53.3%
42%
Room service
Room service
46.7%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
26.7%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Skidder 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 Skidder offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Skidder, LANational
Activity director
Activity director
53.3%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.7%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.3%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
53.3%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.3%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
53.3%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
40%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.3%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.7%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Skidder
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 Skidder protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Brookdale Shreveport, Brookdale Bossier City and Trustwell Living at Russ Place are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Skidder, Louisiana. See full list of communities.
There are 18 assisted living facilities near Skidder, Louisiana. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Skidder, Louisiana is Brookdale Bossier City. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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