Best Skilled Nursing in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
25 communities found
MyLivingChoice lists 25 skilled nursing communities in Baton Rouge. Families rate them 3.7 out of 5 on average, across 1,244 public reviews. 1 is a small licensed home with ten residents or fewer, the kind most directories leave out.
- 25communities
- 3.7average rating, 22 rated
- 1,244family reviews read
- 1small homes, 10 or fewer
Landmark South Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
4.8(213)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Barclay House of Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
4.9(21)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Landmark Of Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
4.5(108)
Medicare home health · 5.0★
Southside Gardens
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
4.6(11)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Heritage Manor of Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
4.4(153)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Women''''''''''''''''s Community Rehabilitation Center(WCRC)
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
5(2)
Assisted LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
The Woodleigh Of Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
4.2(63)
Medicare home health · 4.0★
Baton Rouge General - Mid City
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
White oak nursing home
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
4(1)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Flannery Oaks Guest House
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
4.1(77)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Baton Rouge Health Care Center
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
3.9(12)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Central Guest House Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
3.9(29)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated skilled nursing in Baton Rouge
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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Landmark South Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
4.8 (213 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 144 units
Families and visitors describe Landmark South as a clean, welcoming skilled nursing and rehabilitation community in Baton Rouge with attentive, friendly staff. Reviewers, including a retired physician with a parent in…
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4.9 (21 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Most reviewers describe Barclay House of Baton Rouge as warm, clean, and staffed by caring, responsive people, with residents enjoying an active social calendar including family-friendly events. One detailed review,…
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4.5 (108 reviews)· Home Health, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 144 units
Families describe Landmark of Baton Rouge as a clean, well-maintained skilled nursing facility where staff treat residents with kindness, patience, and respect. Multiple reviewers highlight long-term, consistent care and…
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4.6 (11 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Southside Gardens is a long-standing, family-owned community in Baton Rouge offering both independent and assisted living. It holds a strong 4.6 Google rating, though only a handful of ratings (11) are recorded and no…
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4.4 (153 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 144 units
Reviewers largely describe Heritage Manor of Baton Rouge as an organized, kind skilled nursing and rehab facility where families feel loved ones are well cared for. However, one detailed report raises serious concerns…
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4.2 (63 reviews)· Home Health, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 120 units
Families describe The Woodleigh Of Baton Rouge as a skilled nursing and rehabilitation community where staff are attentive, professional, and go out of their way to communicate clearly with families during a difficult…
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4.1 (77 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 130 units
Reviews of Flannery Oaks Guest House are sharply divided. Several families describe a caring, active community where a loved one thrived for years, while other reviewers report serious lapses in basic hygiene and medical…
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Baton Rouge Health Care Center
3.9 (12 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 145 units
Reviews of Baton Rouge Health Care Center are sharply divided: some families and a former patient praise the rehab therapy team and describe a clean, welcoming facility, while others report serious neglect, poor…
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Central Guest House Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
3.9 (29 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 170 units
Reviews of Central Guest House are sharply divided: several families report serious lapses in basic care — missed meals, unanswered call lights, poor communication about medical referrals — while at least one reviewer…
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Mid City Community Nursing & Rehab
3.8 (17 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 184 units
Reviewers largely praise the friendly, professional staff and effective rehabilitation therapy at Mid City, with several calling it among the best nursing homes in the Baton Rouge area. However, one serious allegation of…
What families say about skilled nursing in Baton Rouge
Counted across the review summaries of 24 Baton Rouge communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 75%
- Building and grounds 54%
- Cleanliness 46%
- Medical and nursing care 46%
- Activities and social life 38%
Concerns raised
- Communication with families 42%
- Safety 42%
- Staff attitude 38%
- Cleanliness 25%
“The staffmembers at Landmark were sad when my mother passed because they really love the residents they serve. They were a blessing to my family and my mother for seven years. 💙”
“Than you to Natasha and Kendra in the memory care unit. They went above and beyond to care for our loved one in a challenging situation. They were patient and compassionate.”
“I enjoyed visiting with the Eders. It was a pleasant experience playing bingo with them. They were very friendly and very excited. I came with mount Gillian Baptist Church . This was my first time coming and it will not be my last visit. Have a blessed weekend. It was a great fellowship.”
Skilled Nursing in Baton Rouge: the figures
- •Of the 21 with a known size, 1 have ten residents or fewer, 1 have 11 to 60, and 19 have more than 60.
- •20 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 3 out of 5: 9 rated four stars or better, 6 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: emergency call system (24), wheelchair accessible (24), 24-hour staff (24), medication management (24), gathering / activity spaces (22), on-site nurse (rn) (22).
Skilled Nursing near Baton Rouge
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Denham Springs11.4 mi | 6 | 3.7 / 5 | 11.4 mi |
| Zachary16 mi | 8 | 3.6 / 5 | 16 mi |
| Gonzales16.3 mi | 8 | 4.2 / 5 | 16.3 mi |
All of Louisiana: Skilled Nursing in Louisiana. Closer to home? Compare skilled nursing near you, sorted by distance.
About these figures
Computed on October 21, 2026 from the 25 communities listed in Baton Rouge, 1,244 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.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Baton Rouge ask about.
- Home Care in Louisiana: Agencies, Medicare Home Health Ratings, and What It Costs
- Nursing Home vs. Assisted Living: Which Level of Care Does Your Loved One Actually Need?
- What to Expect from Daily Life in a Skilled Nursing Home?
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Skilled Nursing in Baton Rouge: Common Questions
How many skilled nursing long term care communities are in Baton Rouge, Louisiana?
MyLivingChoice lists 25 skilled nursing long term care communities in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which skilled nursing long term care communities in Baton Rouge are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Barclay House of Baton Rouge (4.9★, 21 ratings), Landmark South Nursing and Rehabilitation Center (4.8★, 213 ratings), Southside Gardens (4.6★, 11 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Baton Rouge?
Beyond skilled nursing long term care, Baton Rouge has skilled nursing / long term care (25 communities), independent living (15 communities), assisted living (13 communities), home health (11 communities), memory care (6 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate skilled nursing long term care in Baton Rouge?
Families rate Baton Rouge skilled nursing long term care communities 3.7 out of 5 on average, across 1,244 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Baton Rouge skilled nursing long term care communities?
Across the review summaries of 24 Baton Rouge communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 75%), building and grounds (mentioned for 54%), cleanliness (mentioned for 46%). The most common concerns are communication with families (42%), safety (42%), staff attitude (38%).
Are there small skilled nursing long term care homes in Baton Rouge?
Yes. Of the 21 Baton Rouge communities with a known size, 1 has ten residents or fewer, 1 has 11 to 60, and 19 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.
How do Baton Rouge nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
20 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Baton Rouge carry an overall star rating, averaging 3 out of 5. 9 are rated four stars or better and 6 are rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.
Prefer to stay home?
Home care agencies serving Baton Rouge bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.
