Best Skilled Nursing in Shreveport, Louisiana
21 communities found
Shreveport has 22 skilled nursing communities, and all 22 carry a rating, averaging 3.8 based on 902 reviews read. Among the 20 communities with Medicare star data, the average is 2.4 stars, with 1 rated five stars and 6 rated one star.
- 21communities
- 3.7average rating, 21 rated
- 874family reviews read
- 0small homes, 10 or fewer
Heritage Manor West
Shreveport, Louisiana
4.5(134)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Claiborne Healthcare Center
Shreveport, Louisiana
4.5(79)
Memory CareRespite / Short-Term CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Heritage Manor South
Shreveport, Louisiana
4.5(63)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Heritage Manor Stratmore
Shreveport, Louisiana
4.5(59)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Harmony House Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Shreveport, Louisiana
4.5(8)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Southern Hills Healthcare And Rehabilitation
Shreveport, Louisiana
4.3(100)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Southern Oaks Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Shreveport, Louisiana
3.7(3)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Garden Park Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Shreveport, Louisiana
4(30)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Booker T. Washington Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation
Shreveport, Louisiana
4(40)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Pierremont Healthcare Center
Shreveport, Louisiana
3.9(115)
Memory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
The Oaks of Louisiana
Shreveport, Louisiana
3.7(13)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
The Glen Retirement System
Shreveport, Louisiana
3.7(22)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated skilled nursing in Shreveport
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
- 1
4.5 (134 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 140 units
Most reviewers call it clean, welcoming, and well-staffed, but one detailed report describes neglect leading to severe bedsores.
- 2
4.5 (79 reviews)· Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 81 units
Families describe caring, attentive staff and a clean, welcoming environment, praising the activities program and approachable administration despite one complaint about food.
- 3
4.5 (63 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 145 units
Reviews range from high praise for rehab therapy and staff warmth to serious concerns about neglect for long-term and hospice residents.
- 4
4.5 (59 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 142 units
Families describe clean, welcoming surroundings and attentive caregivers who coordinate on care goals, though one account raises concerns about the dementia unit.
- 5
Harmony House Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
4.5 (8 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 115 units
Reviewers consistently praise the warmth of staff, especially administrator Alex, and describe strong satisfaction after trying other facilities first.
- 6
Southern Hills Healthcare And Rehabilitation
4.3 (100 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 101 units
Families describe a clean, welcoming facility with friendly, attentive staff, a pleasant atmosphere, and engaged leadership and activity staff.
- 7
Garden Park Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
4 (30 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 160 units
Reviews are mixed, with praise for friendly staff and clean common areas alongside reports of lapses in pain management and pressure sore prevention.
- 8
Booker T. Washington Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation
4 (40 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 80 units
Staff are praised for kindness and responsiveness during hospice placement, though one family described a lengthy, frustrating billing dispute.
- 9
3.9 (115 reviews)· Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 180 units
Families describe attentive, professional staff and leadership, naming the therapy department, nursing leadership, and social services team specifically.
- 10
3.7 (13 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 160 units
Reviewers generally praise The Oaks of Louisiana for its attractive grounds, friendly staff, and good food, with several families saying loved ones are happy there. However, at least one family described serious lapses…
What families say about skilled nursing in Shreveport
Counted across the review summaries of 21 Shreveport communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Every one of the 22 communities is praised for caring, attentive staff, and 59% are praised for both cleanliness and medical or nursing care, with 55% praised for building and grounds. On the concern side, 50% of families mention staff attitude, 41% raise issues with medical or nursing care, and 27% point to communication with families or building upkeep.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 100%
- Medical and nursing care 62%
- Cleanliness 57%
- Building and grounds 52%
- Activities and social life 43%
Concerns raised
- Staff attitude 52%
- Medical and nursing care 38%
- Communication with families 29%
- Building and upkeep 24%
“I really enjoy the here, all the staff is excellent. If I had to recommend people to go to a place, I would recommend Claiborne.”
“My husband Mel was here for rehab and from the cleaning staff to nurses and PT,OT, everyone was amazing. Thank you for taking great care of him. Cheryl”
“The staff is very friendly they greet you when you walk in!!! They all smile and say hi it’s the friendly place. It’s clean nice and smells good. The room are nice size. Not a bad place at all.”
Skilled Nursing in Shreveport: the figures
- •Of the 20 with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 2 have 11 to 60, and 18 have more than 60.
- •20 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 2.5 out of 5: 6 rated four stars or better, 8 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: on-site nurse (rn) (19), emergency call system (19), 24-hour staff (19), medication management (19), wheelchair accessible (19), housekeeping (19).
How families pay for skilled nursing 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: Skilled Nursing in Louisiana.
Skilled Nursing near Shreveport
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bossier City7.6 mi | 19 | 3.9 / 5 | 7.6 mi |
| Minden29.7 mi | 7 | 4.5 / 5 | 29.7 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on October 21, 2026 from the 21 communities listed in Shreveport, 874 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.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Shreveport ask about.
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Skilled Nursing in Shreveport: Common Questions
How many skilled nursing long term care communities are in Shreveport, Louisiana?
MyLivingChoice lists 21 skilled nursing long term care communities in Shreveport, Louisiana, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which skilled nursing long term care communities in Shreveport are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Heritage Manor West (4.5★, 134 ratings), Claiborne Healthcare Center (4.5★, 79 ratings), Heritage Manor South (4.5★, 63 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Shreveport?
Beyond skilled nursing long term care, Shreveport has skilled nursing / long term care (21 communities), assisted living (8 communities), independent 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 skilled nursing long term care in Shreveport?
Families rate Shreveport skilled nursing long term care communities 3.7 out of 5 on average, across 874 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Shreveport skilled nursing long term care communities?
Across the review summaries of 21 Shreveport communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 100%), medical and nursing care (mentioned for 62%), cleanliness (mentioned for 57%). The most common concerns are staff attitude (52%), medical and nursing care (38%), communication with families (29%).
Are there small skilled nursing long term care homes in Shreveport?
Of the 20 Shreveport communities with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 2 have 11 to 60, and 18 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.
How do Shreveport nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
20 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Shreveport carry an overall star rating, averaging 2.5 out of 5. 6 are rated four stars or better and 8 are rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.