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10 Best Independent Living Communities in The Parks, LA

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The cost of independent living in The Parks is about $2,743 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 52 options.

Read 578 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 Baton Rouge, Gonzales and Prairieville.

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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.
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Cost of independent living in The Parks, LA

The average cost of senior living in The Parks is $2,743 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Baldwin, LA with an average of $2,725 per month.

Independent living costs in The Parks, LA, vs. state and national averages

The Parks, LA
$2,743/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in The Parks, LA, vs. other senior living options

$5,532/mo
Independent Living
$2,743/mo

Independent living costs in The Parks, LA, by floor plan type

Studio
$2,693/mo
1 Bedroom
$2,949/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,584/mo

Senior living costs in The Parks 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: The Parks, LA
Column state: Louisiana
Column national: U.S.
Community typeThe Parks, LALouisianaU.S.
Independent Living$2,743/mo$2,778/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$3,971/mo$4,429/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$5,532/mo$5,623/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
The Parks, LA:$2,743/mo
Louisiana:$2,778/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
The Parks, LA:$3,971/mo
Louisiana:$4,429/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
The Parks, LA:$5,532/mo
Louisiana:$5,623/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in The Parks, LA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in The Parks and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

The Parks, LALA stateNational

Independent living cost trends in The Parks, LA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in The Parks have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
The Parks, LA$2,868/mo$2,759/mo+4.0%
Louisiana$2,955/mo$2,781/mo+6.2%
National$3,400/mo$3,276/mo+3.8%
The Parks, LA
2024 average cost:$2,868/mo
2023 average cost:$2,759/mo
Percent change:+4.0%
Louisiana
2024 average cost:$2,955/mo
2023 average cost:$2,781/mo
Percent change:+6.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,400/mo
2023 average cost:$3,276/mo
Percent change:+3.8%
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Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in The Parks

Recent reviews for independent living in The Parks

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

The Pines Retirement Center in Baton Rouge, LA

4.8
This is a good community for my brother. The staff is very good. He seems happy with the food. Alot of activities are offered. I would recommend this community for good care .

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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The Parks independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in The Parks independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in The Parks, 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 The Parks 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 The Parks partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
The Parks, LANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
34.6%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.2%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
42.3%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40.4%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.5%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in The Parks 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 The Parks communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
The Parks, LANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.8%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
48.1%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
42.3%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.2%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in The Parks 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 The Parks offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
The Parks, LANational
Activity director
Activity director
46.2%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.2%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.9%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.1%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.8%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.4%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.5%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36.5%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.2%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
46.2%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
34.6%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.1%
40.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.3%
47.6%
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Brookdale Lafayette, Whealdon Estates by Barclay House and Sunrise of Baton Rouge are the top-rated independent living facilities near The Parks, Louisiana. See full list of communities.
There are 52 independent living facilities near The Parks, Louisiana. See the full list.
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