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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Avondale, LA
The cost of independent living in Avondale is about $3,783 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 16 options. Read 413 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.
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9.8
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37 reviews
time there he likes the meals and everyone is very nice The facility is clean and well managed, and the services are extremely well priced for the quality. I’m really glad that we made this decision for...
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.
Conveniently located in the heart of Old Jefferson across from Haydel's Bakery and down the street from Ochsner Main Campus, Ville Ste. Marie Senior Living has been providing quality retirement living since 2001. Whether your lifestyle is active and independent or requires the assistance of a...
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9.6
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80 reviews
They could improve on activities by having a more formal program to keep their residents engaged. However, the best things are the staff are very good and really take care and pride of taking care of their...
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.
At Sunrise Senior Living, we believe life is precious and worth celebrating every day. And what better way to celebrate than in a community that feels like home. A senior's life is an accumulation of richness, accomplishments, loves, learnings, trails and successes. This is a community where that...
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9.2
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64 reviews
I have been here for 4 years. There has been a lot of changes and we are so happy for it. I love the games and people here. They have become my family. I really enjoy the destination dinners. I miss Dean our...
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.
Located in Kenner, Louisiana, Inspired Living at Kenner is an innovative community that offers a choice of senior living options. Whether you are active and independent, need a little assistance, or require personalized memory care, you can be assured that we can help design a rewarding lifestyle...
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9.0
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55 reviews
Many changes have taken place since initially moving in. The facility is not perfect but livable. The complex is under new management again. I will have to wait to see how things will improve. Lack of...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Nouveau Marc provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Enjoy all the old-world charm and comfort of New Orleans in our beautiful, peaceful and secure community. Located just minutes form the French Quarter and the Mississippi River Walk, you'll enjoy easy access...
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8.8
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81 reviews
Overall, my mom really likes her stay there. She has had a few complaints but mostly about laundry and timing of her medication. She seems to really like the place, especially the people that also live there...
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.
Laketown Village is located in Kenner, Louisiana near the shore of Lake Pontchartrain. We offer assisted living and memory care services to seniors in the Jefferson Parish region. Our community is ideally located near shopping areas, golf courses and beautiful natural areas.Our in-house...
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8.8
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14 reviews
My loved one is a resident at The Suites at Algiers Point and overall the experience has been good. We have had no problems. The food is acceptable, not outstanding. Sometimes communication with the 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.
St. Margaret's at Belleville Assisted Living is an assisted living community located in New Orleans, LA. The exciting city of New Orleans is famous for its rich culture, delicious food, distinctive local dialect and its entertainment and performing arts venues. Home to world-famous attractions...
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8.4
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61 reviews
The staff at Lafreniere Assisted Living is responsive to family and exercises good communication. We chose this place because it was clean, had a safe unit and was affordable for our family.
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 Atrium Assisted Living is an assisted living community located in the quiet suburb of Metairie, Louisiana, located in Jefferson Parish. The area that the community is built in is quiet and peaceful, and there are many great restaurants around. From Copeland's to Cheesecake Bistro, the...
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1.0
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16 reviews
They are trying to be really helpful. I think it is really nice facility. I think that they could do a better job at onboarding new residents. They are kind of left to their own devices and I believe more...
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.
Laurel Senior Living is located in the heart of the Garden District in beautiful Uptown New Orleans offering Independent, Assisted, Memory, and Respite Care. All apartments are equipped with a walk-in private bath with a sit-down shower, safety grab bars, emergency pull cords in both the bath and...
7.9
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4 reviews
Awesome place!!! My mother loved it there. Great staff, food is getting better!! Sure going to miss seeing the staff now that mom’s gone. Highly recommend!!! Pricy… so well worth it!! My mom and sister in...
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, 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 Carrollton offers a one-of-a-kind living experience, combining Southern charm with modern luxury in the heart of Uptown New Orleans. Our elegant, maintenance-free apartment homes provide the perfect balance of comfort and sophistication, allowing residents to enjoy a carefree lifestyle amid...
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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.
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
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Those who enjoy living near historic New Orleans, LA will enjoy Tivoli Place Apartments. With easy access to downtown dining and the events offered by this renown city, Tivoli Place features one or two bedroom Senior apartments for those 55 and older who want to be where the action is. Surrounded...
3.0
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1 review
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Cost of independent living in Avondale, LA
The average cost of senior living in Avondale is $3,783 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Gramercy, LA with an average of $3,570 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Avondale, LA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Avondale, LA vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Avondale vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Avondale, LA by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Avondale
Recent reviews for independent living in Avondale
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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Nouveau Marc by Barclay House in Kenner, LA
4.4
Noveau Marc is a very nice clean safe place for your loved ones to live. My mom loves living there, she has made many friends and really likes [name removed], the assistant manager. She listens to the residents and does her best to help with their needs.
The Blake at Colonial Club in Harahan, LA
5.0
I am a resident at The Black and I love it here! Everyone is very friendly. We are like a big family. The staff is very helpful and approachable. I would definitely recommend the Blake to
others.
Avondale independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Avondale independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Avondale, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select dietary accommodations in Avondale independent living
Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Avondale partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Avondale, LANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
31.3%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
43.8%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
37.5%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.5%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.5%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Avondale independent living
Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Avondale communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Avondale, LANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
50%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Avondale independent 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 independent living communities in Avondale offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Avondale, LANational
Activity director
Activity director
56.3%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
43.8%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56.3%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
56.3%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
56.3%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
56.3%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
56.3%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
50%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
37.5%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
56.3%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Ville Ste. Marie Senior Living Community, Sunrise of Metairie and Inspired Living at Kenner are the top-rated independent living facilities near Avondale, Louisiana. See full list of communities.
There are 16 independent living facilities near Avondale, Louisiana. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Avondale, Louisiana is Sunrise of Metairie. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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