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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Big Cane, LA
Memory care in Big Cane 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 Big Cane is about $4,136 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 18 communities, read 132 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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9.5
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42 reviews
Mom is very happy there. There was an incident with a fellow resident becoming violent...not towards Mom...but witnessed by her. Otherwise staff is very friendly and helpful and loving. They, like most...
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...
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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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9.2
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29 reviews
We found my Dad a great place at Summer House Alexandria and he is thriving. They have gone above and beyond for him ever since he arrived. The staff is always responsive with any needs we have. Definitely...
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.
Marigold Place is an award winning assisted living community located in the heart of Alexandria, Louisiana. Alexandria is a thriving metropolitan area with many recreational and cultural activities. Our residents enjoy trips to enjoy the sites including the Alexandria Zoo, the Alexandria Museum...
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8.9
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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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9 reviews
We thought the people at Brookdale Alexandria were wonderful. They loved our father-in-law like family. They all treated our family member like one of their own with dignity and respect that he deserved. I...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Designed With You In MindDo you want to exchange the burden of household chores for a life that gives you freedom to spend more time doing the things you love? Here at our adult residential and memory care community, you can do just that—and so much more. Surrounded by a kind and gracious care...
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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
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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.
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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I think it's a nice, small town community with people who live in the area. They're very friendly and small town and understanding. I would recommend it. My only criticism would be that originally they...
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.
Trustwell Living at Bailey Place is located on the west side of Bunkie Louisiana, we enjoy the best of quiet southern country living. We pride ourselves on giving our residents personalized attention in a warm comfortable setting.We want our seniors to enjoy their golden years; we take away the...
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Mom loves it there! Highest quality of care she has received from the past 3 retirement facilities. Food - not so great. Activities - not much to speak of. But, the friendliness and personal care...
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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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
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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.
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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I love this community, They have a website and post pictures of all the activities they do. They go above and beyond to make sure my loved one is taken care of and I would recommend this community to...
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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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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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.
OakMont Estate assisted living community is privately owned and operated. Our facility was built in 2000 and we are constantly updating around the facility. We are licensed for 38 residents which offers us a close-knit relationship with each resident. We have a large outdoor patio with...
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At the moment my father is not able to participate in activities but they are offered. The community is kept extremely clean and organized. He does seem to enjoy the meals that are being provided for him....
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.
Canterbury House is a locally-owned and family operated assisted living facility. The courteous and professional staff is dedicated to fulfilling the needs and expectations of all our residents and their families 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. * We provide an emergency call system * 3 nutritious...
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Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Cedar Crest is the only dedicated memory care community in Lafayette. We are solely dedicated to those with memory care challenges and over the years we have developed our trademarked philosophy of care " Rhythm of the Day". Our philosophy of care assures your loved one receives; validation ( he...
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.
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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Cost of memory care in Big Cane, LA
The average cost of senior living in Big Cane is $4,136 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Simmesport, LA with an average of $3,596 per month.
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What families are saying about memory care in Big Cane
Recent reviews for memory care in Big Cane
Trustwell Living at Bailey Place in Bunkie, LA
5.0
This is a nice community with very nice staff who are caring and attentive. We like that they keep this community clean. The variety on the menu is appealing. She likes participating in the activities. We would recommend this community to other families for good care and value.
Garden View Assisted Living of Lafayette
4.0
The staff are very attentive to my loved ones needs they are often checking on her and making sure she is comfortable in her new living environment. The meals are tasty and an alternative option is always available from the menu if the residents are dissatisfied with the food they are being ...
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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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Big Cane review score based on 42 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 42 reviews of 16 Big Cane memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Big Cane review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores
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Review subcategories for Big Cane memory care
When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 42 reviews of 16 Big Cane memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Big Cane resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.Big Cane, LA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.4
Friendliness
4.8
4.5
Care services
4.4
4.2
Staff
4.7
4.4
Meals & dining
4.1
4.0
Activities
4.4
4.0
Value for cost*
4.3
4.0
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Big Cane memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Big Cane memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Big Cane, 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 Cane 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 Big Cane that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Big Cane, LANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
56.3%
65.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
25%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
68.8%
71.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
31.3%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
81.3%
61.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
56.3%
72.3%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Big Cane 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 Big Cane Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Big Cane, LANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
75%
74.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
46.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
70.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.8%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Big Cane 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 Big Cane partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Big Cane, LANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
43.8%
27.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
62.5%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
56.3%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.8%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.3%
17.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Big Cane 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 Big Cane communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
43.8%
31.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
75%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
56.3%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
31.3%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Big Cane 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 Big Cane offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
75%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.5%
33.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.5%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
75%
54.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
81.3%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
75%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
62.5%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
56.3%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
68.8%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
81.3%
47.7%
Dances
Dances
56.3%
31.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
50%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
68.8%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Brookdale Lafayette, Courtyard Retirement and Assisted Living and SummerHouse Alexandria are the top-rated memory care facilities near Big Cane, Louisiana. See full list of communities.
There are 18 memory care facilities near Big Cane, Louisiana. See the full list.
The best memory care facility near you in Big Cane, Louisiana is Brookdale Lafayette. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
The 18 memory care facilities near you in Big Cane, Louisiana typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Big Cane, 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 Big Cane, 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 Big Cane, Louisiana ranges from $2100 to $7250. The average Memory Care cost in Big Cane, Louisiana is $4,136. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Big Cane, Louisiana typically starts at $2100. 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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