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10 Best Nursing Homes in Merrydale, LA
If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Merrydale nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Merrydale, LA may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.
We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Merrydale or another care type is right for you. Browse 40 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Merrydale.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Zachary, Park Forest / Oakcrest and Victoria Farms.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Verdun, French Settlement and Duckroost.
Nursing Homes Facilities near Merrydale, LA
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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.
Nottingham Regional Rehab Center provides services for short-term care and rehabilitative care. We believe our residents come first, then our staff and success will surely follow. Those requiring long-term care are more always welcome at Nottingham Regional Rehab. We provide all patients...
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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Cost of nursing homes in Merrydale, LA
The average cost of senior living in Merrydale is $3,882 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New Roads, LA with an average of $3,142 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Merrydale, LA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Merrydale, LA vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Merrydale vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Merrydale, LA by room type
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Average cost of Nursing Homes in Merrydale over time
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Merrydale
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Merrydale
Oakwood Village Assisted Living in Zachary, LA
4.9
Oakwood Village was warm and welcoming to my mom. The staff were upbeat and helpful during the transition. This includes the aides, nurses, and housekeeping staff. The residents are happy and very friendly. The overall atmosphere is great. Mom loves the food and the staff are very accommodating ...
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The Claiborne at Baton Rouge
3.8
The Claiborne is a beautiful but huge facility. It offers a lot for the independent. Residents have to be able to walk a good distance just to eat. We had to get her a scooter. It's also on the higher end cost.Claibornes assisted living is fine. You just have to find what fits the resident ...
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The Pearl at Jamestown in Baton Rouge, LA
4.5
I would recommend this facility -all staff are friendly and helpful. The move in process was as good as could be expected under circumstances-clean facility -housekeeping comes at least twice a week, or as often as needed. The entertainment is great. One thing that is better to me and brings me ...
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Merrydale nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Merrydale nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Merrydale, 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 Merrydale 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 Merrydale that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Merrydale, LANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
42.9%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
32.1%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
60.7%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
64.3%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
17.9%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
60.7%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
39.3%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
35.7%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Merrydale 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 Merrydale Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Merrydale, LANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
46.4%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
32.1%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
39.3%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
10.7%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Merrydale 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 Merrydale partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Merrydale, LANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
32.1%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
39.3%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
35.7%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.7%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Merrydale 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 Merrydale communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Merrydale, LANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
32.1%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
39.3%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
32.1%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.9%
0.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select programs and activities in Merrydale 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 Merrydale offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Merrydale, LANational
Activity director
Activity director
39.3%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.4%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.4%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
39.3%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.9%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
21.4%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.7%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.7%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
35.7%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.1%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.7%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Sunrise of Baton Rouge, Sunrise at Siegen and Williamsburg Senior Living Community are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Merrydale, Louisiana. See full list of communities.
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