Best Skilled Nursing in Lake Charles, Louisiana
12 communities found
MyLivingChoice lists 12 skilled nursing communities in Lake Charles. Families rate them 4.2 out of 5 on average, across 784 public reviews.
- 12communities
- 4.2average rating, 11 rated
- 784family reviews read
- 0small homes, 10 or fewer
Sage Oak of Lake Charles
Lake Charles, Louisiana
5(83)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
Landmark Of Lake Charles
Lake Charles, Louisiana
4.8(178)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Grand Cove
Lake Charles, Louisiana
4.7(154)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Calcasieu Community Care Center
Lake Charles, Louisiana
4.7(38)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Lake Charles Care Center
Lake Charles, Louisiana
4.6(134)
Medicare home health · 3.0★
Rosewood Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Lake Charles, Louisiana
4.4(76)
Memory CareRespite / Short-Term CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
The Verandah Retirement Community
Lake Charles, Louisiana
4.4(30)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
The Gardens & Guardian House
Lake Charles, Louisiana
4.3(40)
Assisted LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Evergreen Community Home
Lake Charles, Louisiana
4(3)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Robinswood Community Home
Lake Charles, Louisiana
3.5(2)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Resthaven Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Lake Charles, Louisiana
3.4(30)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Martin De Porres Nursing Home
Lake Charles, Louisiana
2.3(16)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated skilled nursing in Lake Charles
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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5 (83 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Families describe Sage Oak of Lake Charles as a small, homelike assisted living and memory care community where multiple reviewers say low caregiver-to-resident ratios and in-house chefs made a real difference for their…
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4.8 (178 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 130 units
Reviewers generally describe Landmark of Lake Charles as clean, welcoming, and staffed by friendly caregivers who help residents feel comfortable and social. One detailed account, however, describes a serious lapse in…
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4.7 (154 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 109 units
Families visiting Grand Cove for short-term rehabilitation and skilled nursing care consistently praise the staff's kindness and professionalism, particularly during the admissions process. Reviewers describe the…
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Calcasieu Community Care Center
4.7 (38 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 120 units
Families and residents describe Calcasieu Community Care Center as warm, welcoming, and attentive, with staff who build close relationships with residents and their families. Reviewers consistently praise the caregiving…
- 5
4.6 (134 reviews)· Home Health, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 182 units
Reviews for Lake Charles Care Center are sharply divided: several families praise the warmth, cleanliness, and clinical attention from specific staff members, while other reviewers describe serious, specific safety and…
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Rosewood Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
4.4 (76 reviews)· Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 150 units
Families describe Rosewood Rehabilitation & Health Care Center as a clean, welcoming skilled nursing and long-term care community with a dedicated, friendly staff. Reviewers frequently praise the food quality and the…
- 7
The Verandah Retirement Community
4.4 (30 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Families describe The Verandah as a full continuum-of-care community in Lake Charles, with many praising the warmth of the staff and the quality of memory care. A handful of long-term residents' families report a decline…
- 8
4.3 (40 reviews)· Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 60 units
Most families describe The Gardens & Guardian House as a strong rehabilitation and skilled nursing community, praising the nursing and therapy teams, smooth hospital-to-facility transitions, and an owner who is visibly…
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Resthaven Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
3.4 (30 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 162 units
Reviews of Resthaven are sharply split: some families describe a warm, attentive rehab experience with staff who know residents by name, while others report serious lapses in basic care including falls, unattended…
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2.3 (16 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Reviewers describe serious concerns about safety, supervision, and cleanliness at Martin De Porres Nursing Home, with a Google rating of 2.3 out of 5 from 16 reviews. Multiple accounts mention persistent odor issues and…
What families say about skilled nursing in Lake Charles
Counted across the review summaries of 12 Lake Charles communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 75%
- Building and grounds 58%
- Warm, home-like feel 50%
- Food and dining 42%
- Cleanliness 42%
Concerns raised
- Staff attitude 42%
- Safety 33%
- Staffing levels and turnover 25%
- Food and dining 25%
“After trying two other memory care facilities, my husband moved to Sage Oak. It's the best memory care in SWLA!! Everything at Sage Oak is wonderful!! The living spaces, the caring staff, and the delicious meals are all top notch!! You should go see what they have to offer! Thank you so much Sage Oak!!”
“Ms.Julie and Darrylka are the best they treated my aunt with the best service and respect as if she were her own family .”
“The staff is so friendly and welcoming!! The building and grounds a very nice. Not what i expected from a nursing home...i highly recommend this place!!”
Skilled Nursing in Lake Charles: the figures
- •Of the 7 with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 1 have 11 to 60, and 6 have more than 60.
- •7 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 2.7 out of 5: 1 rated four stars or better, 1 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: on-site nurse (rn) (9), private rooms (9), 24-hour staff (9), medication management (9), gathering / activity spaces (9), housekeeping (9).
Skilled Nursing near Lake Charles
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sulphur9.4 mi | 9 | 4.1 / 5 | 9.4 mi |
| Jennings33.2 mi | 13 | 3.9 / 5 | 33.2 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on October 22, 2026 from the 12 communities listed in Lake Charles, 784 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 Lake Charles 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 Lake Charles: Common Questions
How many skilled nursing long term care communities are in Lake Charles, Louisiana?
MyLivingChoice lists 12 skilled nursing long term care communities in Lake Charles, Louisiana, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which skilled nursing long term care communities in Lake Charles are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Sage Oak of Lake Charles (5★, 83 ratings), Landmark Of Lake Charles (4.8★, 178 ratings), Grand Cove (4.7★, 154 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Lake Charles?
Beyond skilled nursing long term care, Lake Charles has skilled nursing / long term care (12 communities), assisted living (7 communities), home health (4 communities), independent living (4 communities), memory care (4 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate skilled nursing long term care in Lake Charles?
Families rate Lake Charles skilled nursing long term care communities 4.2 out of 5 on average, across 784 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Lake Charles skilled nursing long term care communities?
Across the review summaries of 12 Lake Charles communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 75%), building and grounds (mentioned for 58%), warm, home-like feel (mentioned for 50%). The most common concerns are staff attitude (42%), safety (33%), staffing levels and turnover (25%).
Are there small skilled nursing long term care homes in Lake Charles?
Of the 7 Lake Charles communities with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 1 has 11 to 60, and 6 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.
How do Lake Charles nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
7 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Lake Charles carry an overall star rating, averaging 2.7 out of 5. 1 is rated four stars or better and 1 is rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.