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The cost of independent living in Extension is about $3,495 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 8 options. Read 39 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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Photo of Savannah Grand of West Monroe
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22 Floor plans available
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The community is very clean and the staff that took us around on the tour were super friendly. From what we have seen of the meals when we visit they do seem great.
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.
Savannah Grand of West Monroe is an assisted living community in the city of West Monroe, Ouachita Parish, Louisiana. Our bravura community is located close to the banks of river Ouachita with fresh water trickling with a calming breeze always. West Monroe is ideal for meditation and...
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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.
The Rosemont is a licensed Assisted Living and Memory Support community that goes beyond just personal assistance. When seniors want quality, respect and dignity, they choose The Rosemont. The Rosemont is proud to be one of the first true assisted living and Memory Care communities in...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Our experience with Azalea Estates has been very good overall. They have Friendly staff, and I appreciate that it appears to be a nice, clean facility. The food isn't impressive, but it seems to be...
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 home like setting of Azalea Estates of Monroe, an assisted living community in Monroe, Louisiana makes it the ideal place to call home. Truly a Southern style home, it sits on a beautifully landscaped area and features spacious rooms. And, it's prominent location in Monroe ensures the...
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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 Gardens of Somerset, an 18-acre community located in Sterlington, LA, is designed to bring unparalleled living options to Ouachita Parish for older adults. Centered around outstanding architecture, The Gardens of Somerset will offer community members independent living, assisted living and...
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Cost of independent living in Extension, LA

The average cost of senior living in Extension is $3,495 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Waterproof, LA with an average of $480 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Extension, LA vs. nearby cities

Extension, LA
$3,495/mo
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Extension, LA vs. the state and national average

Extension, LA
$3,495/mo
U.S. national average
$4,033/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Extension vs. other types of senior living

$3,495/mo
Independent Living
$3,495/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Extension, LA by room type

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What families are saying about independent living in Extension

Recent reviews for independent living in Extension

Savannah Grand of West Monroe

4.0
The food is most times horrible. All the residents complain among themselves. For the monthly fees, the food should be outstanding. I've been in the food industry – it's not difficult to prepare "good" meals for a reasonable cost. Quarantine is unreasonable!

Extension independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Extension independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Extension, 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 Extension 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 Extension partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Extension, LANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
80%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
80%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
80%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Extension 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 Extension communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Extension, LANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
80%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
80%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Extension 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 Extension offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Extension, LANational
Activity director
Activity director
80%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
60%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
80%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
80%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
80%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
80%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
80%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
80%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
20%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
80%
45.7%
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