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10 Best Independent Living Communities in St Mary Parish County, LA

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The cost of independent living in St Mary Parish County is about $2,876 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 26 options.

Read 217 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. You may also consider nearby communities such as Morgan City, Oxford and Belle River.

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Cost of independent living in St Mary Parish County, LA

The average cost of senior living in St Mary Parish County is $2,876 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Moonshine, LA with an average of $2,652 per month.

Independent living costs in St Mary Parish County, LA, vs. nearby counties

St Mary Parish County, LA
$2,876/mo
$2,876/mo
$2,876/mo

Independent living costs in St Mary Parish County, LA, vs. state and national averages

St Mary Parish County, LA
$2,876/mo
U.S. national average
$3,532/mo

Independent living costs in St Mary Parish County, LA, vs. other senior living options

Independent Living
$2,876/mo

Senior living costs in St Mary Parish County vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: St Mary Parish County, LA
Column state: Louisiana
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSt Mary Parish County, LALouisianaU.S.
Independent Living$2,876/mo$2,944/mo$3,532/mo
Assisted Living$4,101/mo$4,542/mo$5,909/mo
Memory Careunavailable$5,813/mo$7,121/mo
Independent Living
St Mary Parish County, LA:$2,876/mo
Louisiana:$2,944/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
Assisted Living
St Mary Parish County, LA:$4,101/mo
Louisiana:$4,542/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Memory Care
St Mary Parish County, LA:unavailable
Louisiana:$5,813/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in St Mary Parish County

Recent reviews for independent living in St Mary Parish County

The Blake at Lafayette

4.8
Our loved one is doing well at The Blake at Lafayette community. The staff members are caring and provide good quality of life care. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would absolutely recommend this community to other families

BeeHive Homes of Youngsville

5.0
It's very warm and everyone is very caring. It's small, so the occupants get to know each other, and the staff encourage interaction. It's nice. It's like being in your own home. I find the care very good. They're attentive and check on the residents frequently. They contact you if they ...
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Rosewood Retirement and Assisted Living in Lafayette, LA

3.8
Very attentive to the residents. Food is ok. Wish they had more outings that just walmart tours on Fridays. All in all a good place.

St Mary Parish County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in St Mary Parish County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in St Mary Parish County, 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 St Mary Parish County 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 St Mary Parish County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
St Mary Parish County, LANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
38.5%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.3%
35.8%
No sugar
No sugar
42.3%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.3%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.4%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in St Mary Parish County 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 St Mary Parish County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
St Mary Parish County, LANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
23.1%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.2%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
38.5%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.4%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in St Mary Parish County 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 St Mary Parish County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
50%
46.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.1%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.1%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.2%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.5%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.3%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.8%
43.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.3%
48.4%
Live performances
Live performances
46.2%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
30.8%
34.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.9%
40.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.2%
47.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Lafayette, Trustwell Living at Terrebonne Place and Avanti Senior Living at Lafayette are the top-rated independent living facilities near St Mary Parish County, Louisiana. See full list of communities.
There are 26 independent living facilities near St Mary Parish County, Louisiana. See the full list.
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