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Best Independent Living in Shreveport, Louisiana

8 communities found

Shreveport has 9 independent living communities in this directory, 8 of them rated, averaging 4.3 stars across 359 reviews read. All 9 offer 24-hour staff, housekeeping and wheelchair accessible spaces, while 8 of 9 have outdoor patios and private rooms.

  • 8communities
  • 4.2average rating, 7 rated
  • 331family reviews read

Best-rated independent living in Shreveport

Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.

  1. 1

    Holiday Summerfield Estates

    4.8 (201 reviews)· Independent Living

    Reviewers highlight an engaged sales and management team, friendly staff, good food and varied activities that ease the move-in process for aging relatives.

  2. 2

    Azalea Estates of Shreveport

    5 (7 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Respite / Short-Term Care

    This one-story community near several hospitals has a small number of five-star Google reviews, though public feedback beyond that remains limited.

  3. 3

    Holiday Springlake

    4.7 (18 reviews)· Independent Living

    Most reviewers call Holiday Springlake warm and friendly with engaged staff, though one account describes repeated theft from a resident's room after her death.

  4. 4

    The Glen Retirement System

    3.7 (22 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

    The Glen draws praise for caring staff and rehab outcomes, but some reviewers report serious lapses in skilled nursing care and difficult billing situations.

  5. 5

    Jordan Square Senior Apartments

    3.8 (76 reviews)· Independent Living

    Jordan Square offers remodeled income-based apartments with friendly staff, though reviewers also mention pest problems, elevator reliability and inconsistent upper management.

What families say about independent living in Shreveport

Counted across the review summaries of 8 Shreveport communities: the share whose families mention each theme.

Families most often praise caring, attentive staff, mentioned by 89% of the 9 communities, and building and grounds, noted by 78%. At the same time, 78% raise concerns about cost and billing, while staff attitude and communication with families each come up in 33% of accounts.

Praised most

  • Caring, attentive staff 88%
  • Building and grounds 75%
  • Food and dining 50%
  • Activities and social life 50%
  • Cleanliness 50%

Concerns raised

  • Cost and billing 75%
  • Staff attitude 38%
  • Communication with families 38%
  • Building and upkeep 25%

“I toured with Mr. Mario today for my uncle.I really love the place he was very informative.I can see the compassion that they have for the elders. I think this will be a great fit for my uncle”

“Words can't describe how loving and caring the staff are. These people bend over backwards to make life comfortable and easy to face living senior life.”

Independent Living in Shreveport: the figures

  • •Among the 3 that publish a starting price, prices start at $2,019 a month with a median of $2,030.
  • •Most common amenities: 24-hour staff (8), housekeeping (8), gathering / activity spaces (8), wheelchair accessible (8), private rooms (7), outdoor patio (7).

How families pay for independent living in Louisiana

Most Louisiana families cover assisted living, memory care or independent living with a mix of private funds, often savings combined with the proceeds from selling a home. Some households also carry long-term care insurance that offsets part of the monthly cost. For veterans and surviving spouses, VA Aid and Attendance can help pay for care, and it is worth asking a VA benefits counselor whether a particular household qualifies.

The full picture for the state: Independent Living in Louisiana.

Independent Living near Shreveport

Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.

CityCommunitiesRating
Bossier City7.6 mi193.9 / 5
Minden29.7 mi74.5 / 5

All of Louisiana: Independent Living in Louisiana. Closer to home? Compare independent living near you, sorted by distance.

About these figures

Computed on October 23, 2026 from the 8 communities listed in Shreveport, 331 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change; the written summary was last revised September 25, 2026.

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Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Shreveport ask about.

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Independent Living in Shreveport: Common Questions

How many independent living communities are in Shreveport, Louisiana?

MyLivingChoice lists 8 independent living communities in Shreveport, Louisiana, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.

How much does independent living cost in Shreveport?

Among Shreveport communities that publish pricing, independent living starts around $2,019/month, with an average published starting rate near $2,036/month. Final costs depend on care needs and apartment choice.

Which independent living communities in Shreveport are rated highest?

Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Azalea Estates of Shreveport (5★, 7 ratings), Holiday Summerfield Estates (4.8★, 201 ratings), Holiday Springlake (4.7★, 18 ratings).

What types of senior care are available in Shreveport?

Beyond independent living, Shreveport has skilled nursing / long term care (21 communities), assisted living (8 communities), home health (6 communities), memory care (4 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.

How do families rate independent living in Shreveport?

Families rate Shreveport independent living communities 4.2 out of 5 on average, across 331 public Google reviews of local communities.

What do families praise, and complain about, in Shreveport independent living communities?

Across the review summaries of 8 Shreveport communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 88%), building and grounds (mentioned for 75%), food and dining (mentioned for 50%). The most common concerns are cost and billing (75%), staff attitude (38%), communication with families (38%).