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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Mestayer, LA
If you’re looking for independent living in the Mestayer area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Mestayer. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 15 independent living facilities in Mestayer, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Hubertville, Sterling Grove Historic District and Oubre.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Lafayette, New Iberia and Youngsville.
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9.6
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48 reviews
The Brookdale has been a great experience for my parents after leaving their home of 48 years. This was a very tough year for my parents and Brookdale immediately became home to them. Any issues they may...
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...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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9.2
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7 reviews
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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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.
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8.0
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5 reviews
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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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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8.5
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4 reviews
More than any of my rankings, Mom is happy and healthy in her new apartment! I would absolutely recommend Garden View at New Iberia to other families based on the experience we have had so far.
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 at New Iberia contains luxury studio, 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...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
8.5
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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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It is a very friendly staff. They seem to really care about the residents.My mom is not crazy about the food. She feels it may be prepared off sight and brought in. One reason my mom chose Azalea Estates is...
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 Azalea Estates of New Iberia provide a modern, beautiful place to call home set on acres of well cared for landscapes in New Iberia, Louisiana. Tucked into a peaceful setting, but within minutes of New Iberia's shopping area, our assisted living community offers a wide range of benefits to...
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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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Cost of independent living in Mestayer, LA
The average cost of senior living in Mestayer is $4,052 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Maringouin, LA with an average of $2,979 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in Mestayer
Recent reviews for independent living in Mestayer
Garden View at New Iberia
5.0
My loved one was previously a resident at Garden View at New Iberia and everything was great for her at this facility! The staff was amazing and always treated us like family. They offered many activities for the residents. The housekeeping and the food were both excellent. The transition in and ...
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BeeHive Homes of Youngsville
5.0
It's very warm and everyone is very caring. It's small, so the occupants get to know each other, and the staff encourage interaction. It's nice. It's like being in your own home. I find the care very good. They're attentive and check on the residents frequently. They contact you if they ...
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Rosewood Retirement and Assisted Living in Lafayette, LA
3.8
Very attentive to the residents. Food is ok. Wish they had more outings that just walmart tours on Fridays. All in all a good place.
Mestayer independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mestayer independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mestayer, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select dietary accommodations in Mestayer independent living
Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Mestayer partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mestayer, LANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
21.4%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.9%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
42.9%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.7%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Mestayer independent living
Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Mestayer communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mestayer, LANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
21.4%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
35.7%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.4%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mestayer independent 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 independent living communities in Mestayer offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mestayer, LANational
Activity director
Activity director
42.9%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.4%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.1%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.1%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.7%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.3%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.9%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
35.7%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.9%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Brookdale Lafayette, Courtyard Retirement and Assisted Living and The Blake at Lafayette are the top-rated independent living facilities near Mestayer, Louisiana. See full list of communities.
There are 15 independent living facilities near Mestayer, Louisiana. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Mestayer, Louisiana is Brookdale Lafayette. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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