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10 Best Independent Living Communities in West Baton Rouge Parish County, LA

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The average monthly cost of Independent Living in Louisiana is $2,944, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data. This can serve as a helpful benchmark for what families in the West Baton Rouge Parish County area can expect to pay. Pricing may vary based on the community’s location, your loved one’s care needs, and any additional services or amenities.

West Baton Rouge Parish County Independent Living Facilities | 284 Reviews

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Photo of Whealdon Estates by Barclay House
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9.7
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59 reviews
9.7
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It's been great. The employees are great, the food is good and it's been remodeled. I would recommend the community to others.
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.
Whealdon Estates provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.Nestled in the heart of Baton Rouge, you'll enjoy all the warmth, culture and southern hospitality of our beautiful estate. Residents can enjoy the quiet life while being just minutes away from wonderful...
Photo of Sunrise of Baton Rouge
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33 Floor plans available
9.6
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68 reviews
9.6
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68 reviews
5 star
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I think Sunrise is one of the best AL facilities in Baton Rouge. They were unable to take my father due to his special needs. Unfortunately, they have very few openings so there's an urgency to make a...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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Photo of Williamsburg Senior Living Community
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9.4
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24 reviews
9.4
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24 reviews
5 star
71%
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Everything about Williamsburg was absolutely wonderful. My mom lived there for 6 months & she loved everyone. They were so kind to her & her family. Always treated us like family & most of them knew us by...
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.
Williamsburg Senior Living Community offers the finest in retirement living. Williamsburg began serving the senior population in 1987. We offer spacious independent and assisted living apartments.Our services are delivered by warm, dedicated personnel who care about and for the residents.We...
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Photo of Holly Court Assisted Living and Memory Care
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8.7
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73 reviews
8.7
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73 reviews
5 star
45%
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38%
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The size of the apartment is a 5 (courtyard apt with a door from living area to courtyard and another from their bedroom, 2 full bathrooms and 4 closets, kitchenette, and ample storage space; cleanliness is...
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.
We are in South Baton Rouge, LA and in the heart of the medical community, Holly Court offers a variety of retirement living options. While we encourage and foster independence, we are aware that there may be a time when additional help is necessary for functioning day to day. Our community...
Photo of The Claiborne at Baton Rouge
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8.0
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20 reviews
8.0
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20 reviews
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My loved one was previously a resident at The Claiborne at Baton Rouge. The nurses were caring individuals. The food was adequate, the place was clean. Everything about the physical facility was pleasant...
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.
Senior Living at The Claiborne at Baton Rouge!Newly renovated in 2022, The Claiborne at Baton Rouge offers active, upscale living for seniors of all ages and abilities. Our senior living community is a place where class and compassion meet southern hospitality to provide residents and their loved...
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7.0
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9 reviews
7.0
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9 reviews
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Mom has settled in well at Southside Gardens and is making new friends. She enjoys the patio home type atmosphere and the smaller number of residents on site.
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.
Welcome to Southside Gardens Independent and Assisted Living Community. We're delighted that you are visiting our site to learn more about our services.For the past 30 years, we have provided high quality and affordable senior living housing and care. We're family owned business and we listen to...
Photo of Barclay House of Baton Rouge
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3.0
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23 reviews
3.0
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My overall experience Good. Value good. Cleanliness of facility good. Meals good cafeteria staff excellent. Quality of care ok could have been better .Nursing( Lpns )staff good, follow up by the cna's could...
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: 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.
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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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Provides: Assisted 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.
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Photo of Sharlo Terrace Senior Citizens
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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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Our mother has been in independent living for three years and is thriving. Some areas are a little worn but they've been continually redoing areas. It's very clean. Until Covid restrictions she took...
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.
Photo of Elm Street Apartments
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.
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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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of River Oaks Estate
Provides: Assisted 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.

Cost of independent living in West Baton Rouge Parish County, LA

The average cost of senior living in Louisiana is $2,944 per month as compared to $3,532 in the United States.

Senior living costs in Louisiana vs. 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 state: Louisiana
Column national: U.S.
Column costDifference: Cost difference
Community typeLouisianaU.S.Cost difference
Independent Living$2,944/mo$3,532/mo16.6% below national median
Assisted Living$4,542/mo$5,909/mo23.1% below national median
Memory Care$5,813/mo$7,121/mo18.4% below national median
Independent Living
Louisiana:$2,944/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
Cost difference:16.6% below national median
Assisted Living
Louisiana:$4,542/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Cost difference:23.1% below national median
Memory Care
Louisiana:$5,813/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
Cost difference:18.4% below national median
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What families are saying about independent living in West Baton Rouge Parish County

Recent reviews for independent living in West Baton Rouge Parish County

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 .

The Claiborne at Shoe Creek in Central, LA

5.0
This facility is phenomenal- we are unbelievably happy with our choice. My mom loves it there and we feel good knowing she's safe, cared for, and happily involved with a community of new friends. The staff at all levels is always nice, polite, and friendly. They really do care about the ...
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Amera Of Denham Springs

5.0
I have been very pleased with Maison De Fleur. The staff goes out of their way to make sure you have whatever you need. It's a brand new facility and if it wasn't for Senior Advisor, I wouldn't have known about them. Many thanks to you for helping me find this place for my sister,[Removed].

West Baton Rouge Parish County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in West Baton Rouge Parish County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in West Baton Rouge 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 West Baton Rouge 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 West Baton Rouge Parish County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
West Baton Rouge Parish County, LANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
29.4%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.2%
35.8%
No sugar
No sugar
35.3%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.3%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.9%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in West Baton Rouge 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 West Baton Rouge Parish County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
West Baton Rouge Parish County, LANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
41.2%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35.3%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
41.2%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.6%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in West Baton Rouge 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 West Baton Rouge Parish County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
West Baton Rouge Parish County, LANational
Activity director
Activity director
41.2%
46.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.6%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.5%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.1%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.2%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.1%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.2%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.4%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.3%
43.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.2%
48.4%
Live performances
Live performances
41.2%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
35.3%
34.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.6%
40.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.3%
47.7%
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