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Assisted living costs in Cankton average about $4,340 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 9 communities in Cankton. Our detailed directory has 90 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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1313 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
9.6
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48 reviews
9.6
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48 reviews
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The Brookdale has been a great experience for my parents after leaving their home of 48 years. This was a very tough year for my parents and Brookdale immediately became home to them. Any issues they may...
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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Photo of Courtyard Retirement and Assisted Living
1010 Photos available
9.2
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7 reviews
9.2
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7 reviews
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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
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.
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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Photo of The Blake at Lafayette
1212 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
8.5
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8 reviews
8.5
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8 reviews
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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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7.7
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4 reviews
7.7
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4 reviews
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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
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 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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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
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.
Photo of Avanti Senior Living at Lafayette
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6.5
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8 reviews
6.5
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8 reviews
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Based off of our personal experience, I would recommend Avanti Senior Living at Lafayette to others looking.
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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8.5
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11 reviews
8.5
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11 reviews
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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: Memory Care
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.
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
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.
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Cost of assisted living in Cankton, LA

The average cost of senior living in Cankton is $4,340 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Port Barre, LA with an average of $3,938 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Cankton, LA vs. nearby cities

Cankton, LA
$4,340/mo
$4,349/mo
$4,340/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Cankton, LA vs. the state and national average

Cankton, LA
$4,340/mo
U.S. national average
$4,624/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Cankton vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,340/mo
$4,340/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Cankton, LA by room type

Studio
$4,148/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,200/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,800/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Cankton over time

Cankton, LALA stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Cankton, LA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Cankton.

What families are saying about assisted living in Cankton

Recent reviews for assisted living in Cankton

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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Rosewood Retirement and Assisted Living in Lafayette, LA

3.8
Very attentive to the residents. Food is ok. Wish they had more outings that just walmart tours on Fridays. All in all a good place.

Garden View Assisted Living of Lafayette

5.0
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 members are always welcomed, and the activities are enjoyable.

Cankton review score based on 36 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 36 reviews of 9 Cankton assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Cankton review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Cankton review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Cankton, LA9 facilities
8.7
Carencro, LA5 facilities
8.3
Sunset, LA10 facilities

Review subcategories for Cankton assisted living

When assisted living 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 36 reviews of 9 Cankton assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Cankton resident and family assisted living 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.
Cankton, LA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.5
Friendliness
4.8
4.6
Care services
4.5
4.2
Staff
4.8
4.5
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.5
4.1
Value for cost*
4.4
4.1
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Cankton assisted living services and amenities

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

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Cankton that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Cankton, LANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
55.6%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
22.2%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.7%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.3%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
77.8%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.7%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Cankton assisted living

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 Cankton Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Cankton, LANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
88.9%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
77.8%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
55.6%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
33.3%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Cankton assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Cankton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Cankton, LANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
44.4%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
77.8%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
77.8%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.4%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.1%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Cankton assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Cankton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Cankton, LANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
55.6%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
88.9%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
66.7%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
44.4%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cankton assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Cankton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Cankton, LANational
Activity director
Activity director
77.8%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.4%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.2%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
77.8%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
88.9%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
77.8%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
66.7%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
77.8%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.4%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
77.8%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
88.9%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
66.7%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
66.7%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
77.8%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Cankton

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Louisiana assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Cankton protect seniors.

Learn about Louisiana Assisted Living regulations

Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Lafayette, Courtyard Retirement and Assisted Living and The Blake at Lafayette are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Cankton, Louisiana. See full list of communities.

There are 9 assisted living facilities near Cankton, Louisiana. See the full list.

The best assisted living facility near you in Cankton, Louisiana is Brookdale Lafayette. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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