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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Merlin, LA

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Memory care in Merlin 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 Merlin is about $5,532 per month.

To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 37 communities, read 565 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Baton Rouge, Central and Brusly Landing.

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Photo of Garden View at New Iberia
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I am very satisfied here. It was a good decision to move here. The only problem I had was with the desserts that were being offered to the diabetic residents. When I brought it to the attention to the...
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 at New Iberia contains luxury studio, 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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Definitely 5 stars! They are so kind and caring with the residents, and develop friendly relationships quickly. They truly care! I would recommend them to others who are searching for care for their loved...
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...
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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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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Our mother has been in independent living for three years and is thriving. Some areas are a little worn but they've been continually redoing areas. It's very clean. Until Covid restrictions she took...
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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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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Both of my parents ([names removed]) have been living in Maison de Fleur's Assisted Living facility in Denham Springs, LA since [date removed] since my dad's stroke. It took them about 2 months to get...
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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We have been very please with everything Azalea has to offer . I feel dad has settled in very comfortably in his new home . Thank you very much for making his transition as easy as possible.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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 Azalea Estates of Gonzales is an assisted living community designed to be welcoming, relaxing, and supportive located in Gonzales, Louisiana. Known for its spacious property and beautiful landscapes, this assisted living community is only minutes from the larger Gonzales area including its...
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It is a very friendly staff. They seem to really care about the residents.My mom is not crazy about the food. She feels it may be prepared off sight and brought in. One reason my mom chose Azalea Estates is...
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.
The Azalea Estates of New Iberia provide a modern, beautiful place to call home set on acres of well cared for landscapes in New Iberia, Louisiana. Tucked into a peaceful setting, but within minutes of New Iberia's shopping area, our assisted living community offers a wide range of benefits to...
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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.
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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 Maison Jardin Senior Living Community
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.
Welcome to Maison Jardin...Where our goal is to give you more time to pursue those activities you love.  The atmosphere is warm and relaxed and the ambiance embraces the uniqueness of the local culture.At Maison Jardin Senior Living, our month to month rent, without buy-in fees or long-term...

Cost of memory care in Merlin, LA

The average cost of senior living in Merlin is $5,532 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Addis, LA with an average of $5,532 per month.

Memory care costs in Merlin, LA, vs. state and national averages

Merlin, LA
$5,532/mo
U.S. national average
$6,999/mo

Memory care costs in Merlin, LA, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$5,532/mo

Memory care costs in Merlin, LA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,401/mo
Studio
$6,073/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,650/mo

Senior living costs in Merlin vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Merlin, LA
Column state: Louisiana
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMerlin, LALouisianaU.S.
Memory Care$5,532/mo$5,623/mo$6,999/mo
Assisted Living$3,971/mo$4,429/mo$5,830/mo
Independent Living$2,743/mo$2,778/mo$3,520/mo
Memory Care
Merlin, LA:$5,532/mo
Louisiana:$5,623/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Assisted Living
Merlin, LA:$3,971/mo
Louisiana:$4,429/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Independent Living
Merlin, LA:$2,743/mo
Louisiana:$2,778/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Memory care costs in Merlin, LA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Merlin 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.

Merlin, LALA stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Merlin, LA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Merlin 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 average 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
Merlin, LA$5,620/mo$5,550/mo+1.3%
Louisiana$5,956/mo$5,592/mo+6.5%
National$6,685/mo$6,446/mo+3.7%
Merlin, LA
2024 average cost:$5,620/mo
2023 average cost:$5,550/mo
Percent change:+1.3%
Louisiana
2024 average cost:$5,956/mo
2023 average cost:$5,592/mo
Percent change:+6.5%
National
2024 average cost:$6,685/mo
2023 average cost:$6,446/mo
Percent change:+3.7%
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What families are saying about memory care in Merlin

Recent reviews for memory care in Merlin

Francois Bend Senior Living and Memory Care in Gonzales, LA

4.7
Especially loving the entire team on memory care unit. They have been respectful, mindful and kind in every interaction with not only our mother but residents. Highly recommend their services. Can feel good knowing that during difficult times our loved one is receiving quality care. That means ...
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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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The Claiborne at Shoe Creek in Central, LA

4.3
I would definitely recommend this facility to others. The staff is always friendly and professional. The move in process was a breeze. The housekeeping is great - we've had no issues at all. The meals are okay; my mom would like to see steak and other more expensive meals, but that is not ...
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Merlin review score based on 125 family reviews

7.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 125 reviews of 37 Merlin memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Merlin 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

Merlin review score compared against nearby cities

7.7
Merlin, LA37 facilities
7.7
Addis, LA38 facilities
7.6
Brusly, LA37 facilities

Review subcategories for Merlin 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 125 reviews of 37 Merlin memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Merlin 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.
Merlin, LA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.0
3.7
Friendliness
3.2
3.8
Care services
2.9
3.5
Staff
3.0
3.6
Meals & dining
2.7
3.3
Activities
2.8
3.3
Value for cost*
2.9
3.4
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Merlin memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Merlin memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Merlin, 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 Merlin 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 Merlin that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Merlin, LANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
64.9%
63.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
40.5%
47.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.3%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75.7%
70%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
35.1%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
62.2%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
56.8%
69.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Merlin 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 Merlin Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Merlin, LANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
75.7%
72.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
62.2%
45.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
56.8%
68%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.9%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Merlin 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 Merlin partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Merlin, LANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
51.4%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
67.6%
44.8%
No sugar
No sugar
67.6%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
59.5%
50.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.9%
22.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Merlin 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 Merlin communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Merlin, LANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
48.6%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
70.3%
40.2%
Room service
Room service
64.9%
37.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
29.7%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Merlin 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 Merlin offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Merlin, LANational
Activity director
Activity director
67.6%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40.5%
33.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.1%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
73%
53.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
70.3%
51.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
78.4%
59.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
59.5%
39.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
54.1%
35.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
54.1%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
64.9%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
67.6%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
51.4%
32.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
32.4%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
64.9%
46.3%
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State regulations for memory care in Merlin

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Louisiana memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Merlin protect seniors.
Learn about Louisiana memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Lafayette, Sunrise of Baton Rouge and Williamsburg Senior Living Community are the top-rated memory care facilities near Merlin, Louisiana. See full list of communities.
There are 37 memory care facilities near Merlin, Louisiana. See the full list.
The 37 memory care facilities near you in Merlin, Louisiana typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Merlin, 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 Merlin, 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 Merlin, Louisiana ranges from $$3,900 to $$8,968. The average Memory Care cost in Merlin, Louisiana is $5,532. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Merlin, Louisiana typically starts at $$3,900. 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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