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5 Best Independent Living Communities in Ponchatoula, LA
The cost of independent living in Ponchatoula is about $4,884 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 5 options. Read 12 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 Covington, Mandeville and Hammond.
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My Mother is doing well at the Phoenix of Hammond. She likes the food. Her apartment is nice in good working order with big beautiful windows. She is even able to have her cat with her. The CNA's are very...
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 Phoenix at Hammond, a Phoenix Senior Living community, will offer premier senior living services with superior personalized care and luxury-style accommodations with a comfortable, small-town feel. From the moment you enter The Phoenix at Hammond, it will become clear that our goal is to...
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
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.
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: 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 Ponchatoula, LA
The average cost of senior living in Ponchatoula is $4,884 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Albany, LA with an average of $2,989 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Ponchatoula, LA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Ponchatoula, LA vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Ponchatoula vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Ponchatoula, LA by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Ponchatoula
Recent reviews for independent living in Ponchatoula
The Phoenix at Hammond
4.1
My mother has been at the Phoenix for almost 3 months, and we are happy with the experience. Generally good communication, though after typical work hours, getting someone on the phone can be challenging. Overall, we are very pleased with this choice of facilities. Nice amenities and programming ...
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The Trace Senior Community in Covington, LA
5.0
During the few months our loved one has been there, the feedback we have heard about the meals is that they are great. The activities are back to normal the residents are able to go on outings again. The staff members would be higher than 5 stars they are so friendly. We were just amazed in the ...
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St. Anthony's Gardens in Covington, LA
5.0
We have been happy with the care at this community for care. The staff are nice and very helpful. She likes to keep activie alot and the staff is doing all they can to help her keep busy in many ways. The community is clean and she does like the menu of meals. We would recommend this community ...
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Ponchatoula independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ponchatoula independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ponchatoula, 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 Ponchatoula 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 Ponchatoula partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ponchatoula, LANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
30.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Ponchatoula 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 Ponchatoula communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ponchatoula, LANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
20%
36%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ponchatoula 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 Ponchatoula offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ponchatoula, LANational
Activity director
Activity director
20%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
27.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
20%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
20%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
20%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20%
42%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
20%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
20%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
20%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
20%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Windsor Senior Living Community, The Phoenix at Hammond and Brookdale Mandeville are the top-rated independent living facilities near Ponchatoula, Louisiana. See full list of communities.
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