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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in St James, LA

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Assisted living costs in St James average about $4,532 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 61 communities in St James. Our detailed directory has 859 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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Photo of Oakpark VIllage at Hammond
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: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
The Peristyle Residences Richland House is a spacious and elegant Metairie assisted living residential home which serves 8 residents and offers all private rooms. A trio of pine trees line the front yard and provide shade as you enter the home along the landscaped path. A lovely foyer opens into...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Wouldn’t it be wonderful to enjoy all of the benefits that assisted living can provide without giving up the privacy and comfort of your own home? At Peristyle Residences Beau Maison, the best of both worlds is at your fingertips. We offer senior care services in a true residence that larger...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Located at 224 Central Avenue, The Jefferson is the newest of the Peristyle Homes located in Old Jefferson, one block from the River. The Jefferson is specifically designed and built for people living with Alzheimer’s and dementia. This brand new home features ten spacious private bedrooms, three...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Old Metairie Gardens I & II are beautiful homes situated side by side on a quiet oak lined street a few blocks from Metairie Road. Our homes offer elegantly appointed common areas that serve as warm welcoming spaces for residents to relax and entertain. Spacious private bedrooms and smartly...
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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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My mother really enjoyed being there. The staff is wonderful.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Tranquil Living Tranquil Living is a residential care home located in the Jefferson Parish city of Marrero, LA. We offer a very peaceful setting that is highlighted by rolling hills, huge shade trees and several small streams that wander throughout our community. Our residents will often take...
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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.
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Cost of assisted living in St James, LA

The average cost of senior living in St James is $4,532 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bayou L'Ourse, LA with an average of $3,394 per month.

Assisted living costs in St James, LA, vs. nearby cities

St James, LA
$4,532/mo
$4,505/mo
$4,235/mo

Assisted living costs in St James, LA, vs. state and national averages

St James, LA
$4,532/mo
U.S. national average
$4,698/mo

Assisted living costs in St James, LA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,532/mo
$4,489/mo

Assisted living costs in St James, LA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,560/mo
Studio
$5,066/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,234/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,562/mo

Senior living costs in St James 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: St James, LA
Column state: Louisiana
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSt James, LALouisianaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,532/mo$4,183/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$4,489/mo$4,133/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living$4,035/mo$3,821/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
St James, LA:$4,532/mo
Louisiana:$4,183/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
St James, LA:$4,489/mo
Louisiana:$4,133/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Independent Living
St James, LA:$4,035/mo
Louisiana:$3,821/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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Assisted living costs in St James, LA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in St James 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.

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Assisted living cost trends in St James, LA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in St James 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 median 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
St James, LA$4,229/mo$4,509/mo-6.2%
Louisiana$4,214/mo$4,326/mo-2.6%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
St James, LA
2024 average cost:$4,229/mo
2023 average cost:$4,509/mo
Percent change:-6.2%
Louisiana
2024 average cost:$4,214/mo
2023 average cost:$4,326/mo
Percent change:-2.6%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in St James, 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 St James.

What families are saying about assisted living in St James

Recent reviews for assisted living in St James

SummerHouse Vista Shores in New Orleans, LA

5.0
The head nurse, [name removed], is amazing. She is also in charge of the care staff. Everyone was so professional and thorough in their care of [name removed]. When sheets or clothes needed changing, it was done immediately. When he went into hospice and died, they were supportive to the end. I ...
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Viva Senior Living at Oakwood 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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Southside Gardens in Baton Rouge, LA

4.6
Mom has settled in well at Southside Gardens and is making new friends. She enjoys the patio home type atmosphere and the smaller number of residents on site.

St James review score based on 234 family reviews

7.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 234 reviews of 58 St James assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The St James 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

St James review score compared against nearby cities

7.9
St James, LA58 facilities
7.8
Moonshine, LA61 facilities
6.1
Hester, LA6 facilities

Review subcategories for St James 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 234 reviews of 58 St James assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare St James 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.
St James, LA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
4.1
Friendliness
4.2
4.2
Care services
3.9
3.8
Staff
4.0
4.0
Meals & dining
3.7
3.7
Activities
3.9
3.7
Value for cost*
3.7
3.7
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St James assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in St James assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in St James, 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 St James 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 St James that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
St James, LANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
60.3%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
48.3%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.3%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
74.1%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
36.2%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
62.1%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
62.1%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in St James 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 St James Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
St James, LANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
74.1%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
65.5%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60.3%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25.9%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in St James 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 St James partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
St James, LANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
56.9%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
63.8%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
58.6%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
60.3%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.2%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in St James 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 St James communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
St James, LANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
51.7%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
62.1%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
65.5%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
29.3%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in St James 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 St James offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
St James, LANational
Activity director
Activity director
55.2%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
51.7%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
53.4%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.2%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
69%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60.3%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
56.9%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60.3%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
65.5%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
67.2%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
39.7%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20.7%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
63.8%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in St James

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. 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 assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in St James protect seniors.
Learn about Louisiana assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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