When it comes to caring for loved ones, or making sure you yourself are in good hands, it’s important to find the right age-based care from trustworthy sources.
Nursing homes, or a skilled nursing facility, can provide crucial services for those who need more care than what can be provided at home but does not require hospitalization.
In order to help seniors, and their families, find the right long-term care options, Newsweek and Statista have ranked the best nursing homes for 2025.
Best nursing homes in Louisiana
Newsweek’s America’s Best Nursing Homes 2025 is an evaluation of the top nursing homes based on performance data, peer recommendations, accreditations and resident satisfaction.
1. Health Center at Live Oak in Shreveport
Health Center at Live Oak, located at 600 East Flournoy Lucas Rd. at The Oaks of Louisiana in Shreveport, offers nursing care options and short-term rehabilitation services through the Willis-Knighton Health System. There are 160 certified beds and both Medicare and Medicaid are accepted at this continuing care retirement community.
2. J. Micheal Morrow Memorial Nursing Home in Arnaudville
J. Micheal Morrow Memorial Nursing Home, located at883 Main St. in Arnaudville, offers 175 certified beds and accepts both Medicare and Medicaid. This nursing home offers services like physical, occupational and speech therapy, as well as transportation services. Here, a range of trained nursing care experts meet the needs of residents and their families.
3. Audubon Health and Rehab in Thibodaux
Audubon Health and Rehab in Thibodaux, located at 2110 Audubon Ave., is a health care community that offers individuals a place to recover, rehabilitate and/or reside, depending on patients’ specific needs. Here, both Medicare and Medicaid are accepted and there are 180 beds available.
4. Garden Park Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, LLC in Shreveport
Garden Park Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, LLC in Shreveport, located at 9111 Linwood Ave., provides comprehensive services such as rehabilitation and skilled nursing. Garden Park develops tailored care plans that meet the specific needs of each resident. There are 160 certified bed available and both Medicare and Medicaid are accepted.
5. The Woodlands Healthcare Center in Leesville
The Woodlands Healthcare Center, located at 144 Thad Bailes Rd. in Leesville, is a nursing center that focuses on recovery and comfort with individualized short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. Here, both Medicare and Medicaid are accepted and there are 152 certified beds available.
6. Wynhoven Community Care Center in Marrero
Wynhoven Community Care Center, located in Marrero at 1050 Medical Center Blvd., offers both short-term transitional care and traditional long-term care. Here, the staff facilitates close relationships with residents, creating a home-like environment. There are 188 certified beds available and both Medicare and Medicaid are accepted…