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The Gardens & Guardian House

1401 Country Club Road

4.3(40 ratings)· Lake Charles average: 4.6

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Quick Facts

Total units
60
Medicare rating
5 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
For profit, Limited Liability company
Certified beds
60
Ownership
Privately owned, with owner on-site regularly
Therapy services
Full-time on-site PT/OT rehabilitation staff
Staffing ratio
One CNA reported covering eight residents

What Families Think

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 involved in day-to-day care. One reviewer, however, raised concerns about high staff turnover, heavy caseloads, and occasional lapses in following dietary plans.

The Good

  • Nursing and PT/OT teams praised as outstanding
  • Smooth, well-supported hospital-to-facility transitions
  • Owner personally involved with residents and staff
  • Individualized rehab plans adjusted to progress
  • Food described as tasty and meeting dietary needs
  • Engaged activities director keeps residents active

The Bad

  • One report of high staff turnover and internal conflict
  • One report describing CNA workload as excessive (1:8 ratio)
  • One report of dietary staff overlooking meal/diet requests

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

About The Gardens & Guardian House

The Gardens and Guardian is an assisted living community in Lake Charles, Louisiana, offering specialized care in a home-like atmosphere. The facility is privately owned and focuses on restoring residents to their highest level of activity and independence through personalized assistance with daily needs.

The community provides care for residents with cognitive or physical needs, serving those seeking additional support to manage these conditions while maintaining quality of life. Staff work with residents daily to support recovery and specialized care tailored to individual requirements.

Residents enjoy beautifully appointed living spaces, prepared meals, engaging social activities, and on-site transportation services. A full-time therapy staff supports residents' wellness and rehabilitation goals throughout their stay.

Types of Care

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

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Reviews

4.3overall · 40 ratings combined

4.3★ on Google (40)

Lori Johnson-Adams

Apr 2026

via Google

Exceptional caring & love they have shown my mother. PT/OT outstanding. So many staff members are awesome, but will note Tiffany, ward clerk, Ashley, LPN, Liz, LPN, Nikki, CNA. Keep up the great work!!!

Becki Gauthier

Mar 2026

via Google

My mom has been a resident since December. I can honestly say there is no other place I would rather put a loving mother. ❤️. The Leadership Team is great (Kim, Therapy, Carolyn, Latasha) They are open to answering all questions or concerns with kindness and respect. Everyone is welcoming and shows true compassion. This was a blessing to our family during a difficult time. Tiffany has managed mom’s appointments and helped us navigate mom’s care outside the facility. Mom’s driver, Mr Maxie is the kindest and most compassionate man I’ve ever met. Angie, the Activity Director keeps everyone upbeat bringing entertainment to the residents and brightening everyone’s day with her smile and beautiful personality. There are so many CNA’s that have been fabulous to mom that I can’t say enough kind words about them. I made so many new friends here that this place will always be part of our family.

Melody Jackson

Mar 2026

via Google

Guardian Rehab is an amazing place! Tiffany was our caregiver and she was attentive, kind, funny and oh so helpful. I would recommend Guardian, and Tiffany, to anyone in need of Rehab with special attention.

Kim Cholley

Feb 2026

via Google

From our first tour of The Guardian to my mom’s current stay for hip-fracture rehab, our family has been extremely pleased. The facility aesthetics are modern and bright creating a home-like environment, which we truly believe has helped her recovery. Amy in admissions made the hospital transition seamless. She was so professional, knowledgeable, and was able to answer all of our questions which immediately put us at ease. Every staff member has been welcoming to mom. The private rooms are very clean and spacious. The nursing aides are not only attentive and efficient but consistently kind and respectful to my mom. The nursing and physical therapy teams have been outstanding, giving her individualized care. They have created and altered plans to match her evolving physical capabilities and needs through recovery stages. The food meets her dietary needs and actually tastes great! The activities director somehow has my mom attending (and enjoying!) daily activities. One of the most impressive things is that the owner is onsite regularly, involved with patients and staff. That level of hands-on leadership makes this facility a true asset to our community. Our family spends close to 16 hours there every day, so we’ve seen all aspects of care and we are incredibly impressed. If you need rehab or assisted living for a loved one, The Guardian is a special place.

keshonna lewis

Dec 2025

via Google

The residents there are so sweet and loving . The only issues are the staff . The drama there is oblivious. They in it for the money and that’s sad . They cannot keep staff because of the circus and drama at the facility. Nevertheless, they treat the good workers inhumane and praise the individuals who don’t do the their job . Instead of doing their work they find issues to complain about with the individuals who are doing their work. That’s what it’s all about is taking care of the residents but they focus on the systemic issues not even involving or pertaining to the residents . Work load is heavy .1:8 ratio is abuse to a CNA . Dietary often overlooks patients diet plan when requesting certain meals for residents that they have been requesting for quite some time .

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does The Gardens & Guardian House offer?

The Gardens & Guardian House offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is The Gardens & Guardian House located?

The Gardens & Guardian House is located at 1401 Country Club Road in Lake Charles, Louisiana.

What do families say about The Gardens & Guardian House?

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 involved in day-to-day care. One reviewer, however, raised concerns about high staff turnover, heavy caseloads, and occasional lapses in following dietary plans.

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