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The cost of independent living in Friendship is about $2,972 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 24 options. Read 163 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 Trustwell Living at Russ Place
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Wonderful place. The staff in awesome. Everyone there is caring towards the residents. The food is great! Russ Place is an excellent choice for assisted living. My mother is happy there and I have peace of...
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.
Russ Place has been rated by our families and community as the Best of the Best in Senior Care. SeniorAdvisor.com recognizes senior living providers who consistently receive high ratings and positive reviews from their residents, families, and visitors. This EXCLUSIVE designation is awarded to...
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The facility is old, and the upkeep was questionable from the owners Based off of our experience, I would not recommend Bloom at Bossier to others.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Bloom at Bossier is a family-owned and operated independent living, independent living plus and assited living establishment. Since 1965, our goal has been simple yet aspirational: to help our residents flourish. Entering a Bloom community does not mean checking your lifestyle or personality at...
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They were great. They make every effort to meet the needs that your loved one might have. When you discuss any issues or additional things you need they do anything within their power to accommodate you. I...
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.
The Arbor of Minden is located in a beautiful area north of downtown Minden. The Harbor offers 'independent living' and 'assisted living' apartments in a safe and enjoyable environment. The focus of our trained personal care team is to provide our residents with understanding of their special...
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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
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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.
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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We chose Montclair Park because of the value for the money as well as the ownership and location of the facility. The room sizes at the facility are very nice, they do vary depending on what you need. My...
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.
Montclair Park Assisted Living was dreamed, designed and built by David Abdehou, MD, an internal medicine specialist determined to “create a better way” for retirees to live their elder years in a warm, compassionate and secure atmosphere that fosters and encourages independence and meaningful...
Provides: Independent Living
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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: Independent Living
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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: Independent Living
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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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The overall is pretty good. Not much to do, pretty quiet, meals seem to be fine, people are friendly (including the staff). Everything is always clean, no issues there. The staff is always friendly, ready to...
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.
Assisted Living is designed for seniors who may have difficulty with activities of daily living. The Arbor provides a way of living for seniors who seek independence and privacy, yet have concerns for housekeeping, lawn maintenance, activities, personal nutrition, as well as assistance with...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Red Oak Villa is a senior housing community located in Minden, Louisiana. Minden is overflowing with quiet and serene views and historical architecture. This small town is quiet and picturesque with local restaurants and luscious green trees and charming gardens all around town. Our staff is top...
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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, 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.
We are an assisted living community and retirement village in North Louisiana. Our facility caters in each residents individual needs and we strive to make your retirement years the “best of your life”!!
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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, 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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Provides: Independent Living
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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 The Terrace of Shreveport
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.
Caring for a family member with Alzheimer’s can be mentally and physically challenging. The Terrace offers a unique living environment designed and devoted to seniors with Alzheimer’s and other dementia-related disorders. The need of every resident is determined on an individual basis. Family...
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Overall I think things have gone well at Azalea Estates. It is a nice looking, clean community and the staff have all been very very friendly. They really do a great job taking care of my parents and all of...
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
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.
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.
Azalea Estates of Shreveport is an assisted living community dedicated to providing outstanding care in a safe, supportive environment in Shreveport, Louisiana. Our home-like atmosphere and beautifully cared for grounds make our community the ideal place for those looking for a relaxing,...

Cost of independent living in Friendship, LA

The average cost of senior living in Friendship is $2,972 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Ruston, LA with an average of $2,628 per month.

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

Friendship, LA
$2,972/mo
$2,874/mo
$2,992/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Friendship, LA vs. the state and national average

Friendship, LA
$2,972/mo
U.S. national average
$4,149/mo

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

$3,124/mo
Independent Living
$2,972/mo

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

Semi-Private
$2,225/mo
Studio
$2,708/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,330/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,300/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Friendship over time

Friendship, LALA stateNational

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What families are saying about independent living in Friendship

Recent reviews for independent living in Friendship

Trustwell Living at Russ Place in Ruston, LA

4.7
My brother signed on the dotted line because of the cost. But he stays there because of the administrator and the staff. They make sure that he gets the medical care he needs and takes him to his appointments and check in on him everyday to make sure that he gets what he needs. You have to be ...
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The Arbors and Terrace of Ruston

4.9
We chose The Arbors & Terrace of Ruston because I knew a few people that worked here and we know several of the people that live here as well. When we visited for our tour it was just a no brainer for my parents, they loved it right away. The apartments are a really good size, we were able to ...
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Azalea Estates of Shreveport

3.9
I am comfortable for the first time in a long time that my parents are safe and cared for

Friendship independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Friendship independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Friendship, 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 Friendship 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 Friendship partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Friendship, LANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.8%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.3%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
35.3%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29.4%
32.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.9%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Friendship 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 Friendship communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Friendship, LANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
17.6%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35.3%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
35.3%
36%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5.9%
16.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Friendship 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 Friendship offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Friendship, LANational
Activity director
Activity director
35.3%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.5%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.4%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.2%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.3%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41.2%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
29.4%
42%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.3%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.5%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.3%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
35.3%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
17.6%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
5.9%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
29.4%
45.7%
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Trustwell Living at Russ Place, Bloom at Bossier and Savannah Court of Minden are the top-rated independent living facilities near Friendship, Louisiana. See full list of communities.

There are 24 independent living facilities near Friendship, Louisiana. See the full list.

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