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10 Best Nursing Homes in Danks, LA
Danks is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 54 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Danks, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Danks is about $3,938, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 161 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.
As you consider nursing homes near you, you may also want to expand your search to areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Lottie, Blanks and Krotz Springs.
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Cost of nursing homes in Danks, LA
The average cost of senior living in Danks is $3,938 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Maringouin, LA with an average of $3,548 per month.
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Danks
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Danks
Oakwood Village Assisted Living in Zachary, LA
4.9
Oakwood Village was warm and welcoming to my mom. The staff were upbeat and helpful during the transition. This includes the aides, nurses, and housekeeping staff. The residents are happy and very friendly. The overall atmosphere is great. Mom loves the food and the staff are very accommodating ...
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The Claiborne at Baton Rouge
3.8
The Claiborne is a beautiful but huge facility. It offers a lot for the independent. Residents have to be able to walk a good distance just to eat. We had to get her a scooter. It's also on the higher end cost.Claibornes assisted living is fine. You just have to find what fits the resident ...
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Garden View at New Iberia
5.0
My loved one was previously a resident at Garden View at New Iberia and everything was great for her at this facility! The staff was amazing and always treated us like family. They offered many activities for the residents. The housekeeping and the food were both excellent. The transition in and ...
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Danks nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Danks nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Danks, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Danks nursing homes
Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Danks that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
46.2%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
23.1%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
84.6%
26.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
84.6%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
61.5%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
26.9%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
84.6%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
57.7%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
42.3%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Danks nursing homes
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Danks Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
57.7%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
42.3%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
38.5%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.4%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Danks nursing homes
Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Danks partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
34.6%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.2%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
46.2%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.5%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Danks nursing homes
Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Danks communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
30.8%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
53.8%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
50%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.1%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Danks nursing homes
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Danks offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
53.8%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.1%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.9%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.5%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.7%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.5%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.3%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.5%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.5%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.8%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
57.7%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
42.3%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
34.6%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.8%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Brookdale Lafayette, Williamsburg Senior Living Community and Courtyard Retirement and Assisted Living are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Danks, Louisiana. See full list of communities.
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