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8 Best Memory Care Facilities in Ararat, LA
Memory care in Ararat offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Ararat is about $3,639 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 8 communities, read 92 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
As you explore memory care near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Lake Charles, Sulphur and Stegall.
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1313 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.4
Review score
30 reviews
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...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
1010 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.2
Review score
24 reviews
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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7.8
Review score
11 reviews
My husband was only there six weeks. Those six weeks were great. The food was awesome and he enjoyed it. As a spouse, I was invited to eat with him often. The care was great. The residents were encouraged...
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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7.5
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3 reviews
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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5.3
Review score
3 reviews
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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7.9
Review score
21 reviews
Sabine Place feels like you truly are at home! Everyone that I know rants and raves about it. My aunt moved in here from another local facility and it just doesn’t even compare. Very clean, homey, & the...
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.
Sabine Place is located in Orange, Texas. We are conveniently located on the beautiful Texas and Louisiana border with easy access to I-10. With the many lakes and forests surrounding Orange, there are ample opportunities for nature walks, bird watching and water recreation. Orange also has many...
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...
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.
Living in a nursing home shouldn't mean you lose your independence. At Cresthaven, it doesn't. When your family member is experiencing healthcare challenges, you want to know that there are competent caregivers who are there to help, without taking away their dignity. Cresthaven is a 124-bed...
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Cost of memory care in Ararat, LA
The average cost of senior living in Ararat is $3,639 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include DeRidder, LA with an average of $3,148 per month.
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What families are saying about memory care in Ararat
Recent reviews for memory care in Ararat
The Verandah Retirement Community in Lake Charles, LA
4.3
The Verandah at Graywood Lake is a nice place. My mom seems to be happy. The room sizes are good. The food is good. They have limited outdoor space for the residents. Overall it has been a positive experience.
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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Sabine Place in Orange, TX
5.0
Sabine Place is a one of kind. My mom has never felt more at home. The staff is amazing and gives such great care. There is no other place I would feel comfortable having mom at than Sabine Place. Its so clean and always smells so good. Sabine place is the best place for your loved one.
Ararat memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ararat memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ararat, 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 Ararat memory care
Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Ararat that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Ararat, LANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
37.5%
65.1%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
25%
47.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
87.5%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
62.5%
28.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
87.5%
89.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
37.5%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
62.5%
72.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Ararat memory care
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 Ararat Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ararat, LANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
75%
73.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
62.5%
45.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
62.5%
70.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.5%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ararat memory care
Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Ararat partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ararat, LANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
44%
No sugar
No sugar
37.5%
41.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
49.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.5%
16.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Ararat memory care
Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Ararat communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ararat, LANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
39.4%
Room service
Room service
37.5%
36.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
22.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ararat memory care
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Ararat offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ararat, LANational
Activity director
Activity director
62.5%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
33.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.5%
27.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
75%
54.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
75%
51.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.5%
60.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
39.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
34.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
35.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
75%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
62.5%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
50%
30.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
21.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.5%
46%
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Verandah Retirement Community, Brookdale Lake Charles and Sabine Place are the top-rated memory care facilities near Ararat, Louisiana. See full list of communities.
There are 8 memory care facilities near Ararat, Louisiana. See the full list.
The 8 memory care facilities near you in Ararat, Louisiana typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Ararat, Louisiana, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Ararat, Louisiana, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Ararat, Louisiana ranges from $1500 to $6375. The average Memory Care cost in Ararat, Louisiana is $3,639. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Ararat, Louisiana typically starts at $1500. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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