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10 Best Nursing Homes in Big Branch, LA

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Big Branch, LA

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Facility and staff are wonderful. They try to make it a home and an enjoyable place to live. I recommend Sage Lake Senior Living to others.
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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My mother was in the rehab unit for several weeks. I was impressed with the care, kindness, and positive attitude of the PT, OT, Nurses, Aids, Social workers and Administrator. Oh, and lunches and dinners...
Provides: Nursing Homes
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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.
Chateau Living Center of Kenner is dedicated to providing high quality care with integrity, compassion, professionalism, and teamwork. We strive to bring dignity and joy to the lives of our patients by nourishing their physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. At Chateau Living Center, our...
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From our understanding our loved one really seems to be enjoying the meals, and we have heard they have great activities. The staff do a great job keeping in constant contact with the families.
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.
Azalea Estates of Slidell is a serene and peaceful assisted living community for our seniors. Located in the heart of Slidell, Louisiana, it offers privacy and all the comforts of your own home, including a living room, kitchen, bedrooms and bathroom. Many people prefer it for its hospitality and...
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Wonderful facility! My husband came here from a horrible place in a small town near Hattiesbug, Ms. He was unkempt, had lost a lot of weight, he was scared and very distrustful of the staff. Which was very...
Provides: Nursing Homes
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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
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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.
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A couple months ago, my loved one wouldn't talk to me. A nurse put the phone up to his ear and he knew who I was. The nurses were great. There was a nurse who let me know about him. She called me and gave me...
Provides: Nursing Homes
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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.
Maison Orleans emphasizes compassionate, quality care for our guests. Our rehabilitative services are designed to restore each individual's health to help them achieve their individual goals. Our therapists are trained to evaluate the needs of the individual and treat the underlying impairments...
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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.
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I'd recommend Carrington Place of New Orleans!
Provides: Nursing Homes
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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.
Our patients and residents come first at River Palms Nursing & Rehab. We offer treatment to those recovering after a hospital stay as well as people in need of long-term nursing care. We provide free video conferencing with family members and free wireless internet. If you require dialysis, we...
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Provides: Nursing Homes
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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: Nursing Homes
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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: 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.
Photo of Heritage Manor of Mandeville
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
Photo of Lutheran Home of New Orleans
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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
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.
Photo of M Mc Gregor Jones Health Care
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
Photo of Chateau de Notre Dame Assisted Living
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.
Photo of St. Michael's Assisted Living
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.
Photo of New Country Living
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.
Photo of Jefferson Health Care Ctr
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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
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.

Cost of nursing homes in Big Branch, LA

The average cost of senior living in Big Branch is $4,172 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New Orleans, LA with an average of $3,872 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Big Branch, LA, vs. nearby cities

Big Branch, LA
$4,172/mo

Nursing homes costs in Big Branch, LA, vs. state and national averages

Big Branch, LA
$4,172/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

Nursing homes costs in Big Branch, LA, vs. other senior living options

$4,205/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,172/mo

Nursing homes costs in Big Branch, LA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,108/mo
Studio
$4,452/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,581/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,190/mo

Senior living costs in Big Branch vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Big Branch, LA
Column state: Louisiana
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBig Branch, LALouisianaU.S.
Nursing Homes$4,172/mo$3,900/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$4,475/mo$3,929/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,205/mo$3,900/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,646/mo$3,593/mo$4,016/mo
Nursing Homes
Big Branch, LA:$4,172/mo
Louisiana:$3,900/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Big Branch, LA:$4,475/mo
Louisiana:$3,929/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Big Branch, LA:$4,205/mo
Louisiana:$3,900/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Big Branch, LA:$3,646/mo
Louisiana:$3,593/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Big Branch, LA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Big Branch 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.

Big Branch, LALA stateNational

Nursing homes cost trends in Big Branch, LA

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Big Branch 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
Big Branch, LA$4,922/mo$4,631/mo+6.3%
Louisiana$4,580/mo$4,474/mo+2.4%
National$5,667/mo$5,383/mo+5.3%
Big Branch, LA
2024 average cost:$4,922/mo
2023 average cost:$4,631/mo
Percent change:+6.3%
Louisiana
2024 average cost:$4,580/mo
2023 average cost:$4,474/mo
Percent change:+2.4%
National
2024 average cost:$5,667/mo
2023 average cost:$5,383/mo
Percent change:+5.3%
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Big Branch

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Big Branch

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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Anderson at Summerfield Senior Living in Slidell, LA

5.0
At Anderson at Summerfield Senior Living, the facility is clean, and most importantly, my loved one seems to be thriving and happy there. Would highly recommend.

The Blake at Colonial Club in Harahan, LA

5.0
I am a resident at The Black and I love it here! Everyone is very friendly. We are like a big family. The staff is very helpful and approachable. I would definitely recommend the Blake to others.

Big Branch nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Big Branch nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Big Branch, 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 Big Branch nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Big Branch that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Big Branch, LANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
32.4%
2.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
14.7%
10.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
60.3%
23.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
58.8%
24.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
35.3%
10.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
17.6%
1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
57.4%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
23.5%
7.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
32.4%
19.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Big Branch nursing homes

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 Big Branch Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Big Branch, LANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
33.8%
4.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
27.9%
0.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
29.4%
6.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
7.4%
1.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Big Branch nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Big Branch partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Big Branch, LANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.2%
0.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.4%
1.6%
No sugar
No sugar
27.9%
1.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20.6%
4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.8%
0.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Big Branch nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Big Branch communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Big Branch, LANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.4%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
27.9%
0.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.8%
0.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Big Branch nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Big Branch offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Big Branch, LANational
Activity director
Activity director
30.9%
0.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20.6%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.6%
0.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.8%
7.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
32.4%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
36.8%
7.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.9%
0.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.4%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.5%
0.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
29.4%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
30.9%
0.5%
Dances
Dances
23.5%
0.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.2%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
29.4%
0.5%
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Ville Ste. Marie Senior Living Community, Brookdale Mandeville and Sunrise of Metairie are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Big Branch, Louisiana. See full list of communities.
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