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6 Best Independent Living Communities in Hester, LA
The cost of independent living in Hester is about $3,570 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 6 options. Read 43 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.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Gonzales, Prairieville and Laplace.
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Especially loving the entire team on memory care unit. They have been respectful, mindful and kind in every interaction with not only our mother but residents. Highly recommend their services. Can feel...
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.
Francois Bend is a beautiful, amenity-rich, 7.5 acre senior living campus. The campus is located in the heart of Gonzales, the largest town in Ascension Parish, one of the fastest growing parishes in the state. Located only 2.5 miles off of I-10, the campus is centrally located to acute care and...
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We had tried another assisted living facility previously, and my loved one did not like it at all. At Magnolia, she absolutely loves it. There are more activities - they do really well with those. They...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
At The Parc Senior Living, we offer a boutique style community which means that our services are customized to the needs and level or care of our residents. We specialize in all levels of memory care services by providing a compassionate and personalized care plan led by our Physician and nurse...
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The care services is really good., my loved one loves it there, and really loves the staff. They love the food, and is very happy, which makes it much easier for me. My loved one is doing great, and it is a...
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.
For active, upscale living for seniors of all ages and abilities, come home to The Claiborne at Thibodaux in Thibodaux, Louisiana. Our family-owned and operated senior living community is a place where boutique luxury and compassionate senior care come together to provide residents and their...
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We have been very please with everything Azalea has to offer . I feel dad has settled in very comfortably in his new home . Thank you very much for making his transition as easy as possible.
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.
The Azalea Estates of Gonzales is an assisted living community designed to be welcoming, relaxing, and supportive located in Gonzales, Louisiana. Known for its spacious property and beautiful landscapes, this assisted living community is only minutes from the larger Gonzales area including its...
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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Cost of independent living in Hester, LA
The average cost of senior living in Hester is $3,570 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bayou L'Ourse, LA with an average of $3,389 per month.
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Hester, LA by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Hester
Recent reviews for independent living in Hester
The Parc Senior Living in Gonzales, LA
4.6
I would recommend the community to others for their loved ones. The staff are caring. The food is pretty good according to my loved one.
Our experience so far has been during the pandemic. The activities are just starting back up after COVID.
SummerHouse Ashton Manor in Luling, LA
4.9
The community is very neat and clean and the staff is friendly and open to feedback. If there are any issues at all they are addressed quickly and a solution is found.
I would recommend this community to others based on my experience.
Azalea Estates of Gonzales
5.0
Azalea Estates has been my mother's home for two years. And, it has been a perfect fit for her. Southern style charm emits throughout Azalea. The community is extremely clean; the food is great; and, the companions and staff are the best! They truly care about the well being of all the ...
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Hester independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hester independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hester, 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 Hester 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 Hester partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Hester, LANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
60%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
60%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
80%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Hester 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 Hester communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Hester, LANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
60%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Hester 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 Hester offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Hester, LANational
Activity director
Activity director
60%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
60%
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
60%
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
60%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
60%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
60%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Francois Bend Senior Living and Memory Care, SummerHouse Ashton Manor and The Parc Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Hester, Louisiana. See full list of communities.
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