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Photo of The Verandah Retirement Community
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33 Floor plans available
9.4
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30 reviews
9.4
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Everyone is friendly and helpful. It is a place I would want to reside if I needed assisted living Apartments are good size and very nice. The entire place is well kept, inside and out.
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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8.9
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What I like the most The Villages of Imperial Point is the overall ambience, it's like living in a resort. I would definitely recommend this community to other families based on the experience I have had so...
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.
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22 Floor plans available
7.8
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24 reviews
7.8
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24 reviews
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4%
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They have a 30 day respite care that allowed us to move in immediately to a completely furnished room. Nice clean well run facility. Very friendly staff. From the director down, I am able to talk 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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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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Provides: Independent Living
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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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Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Photo of Kingsley Place At Lake Charles
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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Cost of independent living in Shear, LA

The average cost of senior living in Shear is $3,627 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Anacoco, LA with an average of $1,563 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Shear, LA vs. nearby cities

Shear, LA
$3,627/mo
$3,179/mo
$3,750/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Shear, LA vs. the state and national average

Shear, LA
$3,627/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Shear vs. other types of senior living

$3,665/mo
Independent Living
$3,627/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Shear, LA by room type

Semi-Private
$3,600/mo
Studio
$3,415/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,423/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,025/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Shear

Recent reviews for independent living in Shear

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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The Villages of Imperial Pointe in Lake Charles, LA

5.0
I am currently a resident at The Villages of Imperial Pointe and everything has been great for me here at this facility. The cleanliness and friendliness are great. The amenities that they offer here are amazing and so are the other residents, the apartments, and the meals. I definitely ...
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Brookdale Lake Charles

4.9
What we like the most about the Brookdale Lake Charles is the awesome and caring staff. They are friendly and the environment is clean. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would absolutely recommend Brookdale Lake Charles to other families and we have already recommend them.

Shear independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shear independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shear, 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 Shear 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 Shear partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shear, LANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37.5%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
37.5%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.5%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Shear 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 Shear communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shear, LANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
25%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shear 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 Shear offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shear, LANational
Activity director
Activity director
62.5%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.5%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.5%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.5%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.5%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
62.5%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
50%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
37.5%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
46.1%
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The Verandah Retirement Community, The Villages of Imperial Pointe and Brookdale Lake Charles are the top-rated independent living facilities near Shear, Louisiana. See full list of communities.

There are 10 independent living facilities near Shear, Louisiana. See the full list.

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