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Situated on the banks of the Mississippi River, New Orleans is Louisiana’s largest city. It’s home to a population of 390,000 people, with seniors aged 65 and older accounting for 13.5% of that number. Nicknamed “The Big Easy,” New Orleans has a humid subtropical climate featuring short, mild winters and hot, very humid summers.
Assisted living is a convenient option for seniors who need a little help with the tasks of daily life, but wish to remain as independent as possible. These facilities offer light medical support, everyday support and maintenance services. According to the Genworth 2021 Cost of Care Survey, residents of the New Orleans area can expect to pay $3,973 for assisted living services. This cost is slightly higher than Louisiana’s state average, but about $500 less than the national average.
This guide offers information on local costs for assisted living and provides resources for seniors looking for quality care.
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COVID-19 restrictions and rules for Assisted Living Facilities are typically set by the state – to see the rules in your state, you can read our guide to Assisted Living in Louisiana. Keep in mind that there may be other policies that communities put in place to protect their residents, so you should contact your local community for more information. Additionally, you can contact your local Area Agency on Aging to learn more – find contact information here.
Seniors in New Orleans pay $3,973 for assisted living.
In New Orleans, seniors looking for an assisted living facility can expect to pay $3,973 monthly. This is approximately $200 higher than Louisiana’s state average, but significantly lower than the national average for assisted living communities.
Slightly to the south of New Orleans, residents of the Houma area can expect to pay considerably more for an assisted living facility, with costs averaging $4,800 monthly. Lafayette and Lake Charles, both to the east of New Orleans, boast similar costs to The Big Easy — as does Baton Rouge. Those seniors looking for a lower cost for an assisted living facility would benefit from traveling to the north of the state. The monthly payment for Hammond residents is $500 less per month than those seniors residing in New Orleans, while those in Monroe benefit from costs that are up to $1,300 less.
Since not everyone can afford to pay for assisted living out-of-pocket, it’s important to find alternative methods to help make assisted living more affordable. Some of these options include:
For more information about your options for making assisted living more affordable, visit our guide to Assisted Living in Louisiana.
| Contact | Description | |
| The New Orleans Council on Aging | (504) 821-4121 | The New Orleans Council on Aging is a nonprofit corporation that serves as the Area Agency on Aging for Orleans Parish. It promotes the well-being and protects the rights of Louisiana’s senior population, as well as assisting older adults in achieving self-reliance and independence. The agency provides a comprehensive range of social, recreational, educational and nutritional services to New Orleans residents aged 60 and older. |
| Gentilly Senior Center | (504) 283-9040 | The Gentilly Senior Center provides older adults with a host of activities and opportunities to interact with their peers. People of all ages are encouraged to participate in the center’s programs to benefit from an intergenerational exchange. A wide range of social, recreational and wellness programs as well as a daily meal are provided. |
| Louisiana State Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program | (504) 909-0672 | The state Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program investigates complaints made against long-term care facilities. The program’s trained ombudsmen respond to all types of complaints including those concerning quality of care, food, visitation and residents’ rights. Ombudsmen also provide information and assist seniors and their families in locating suitable residential care. |
| Catholic Charities Archdiocese of New Orleans | (504) 523-3755 | Catholic Charities Archdiocese of New Orleans encourages self-sufficiency in seniors and connects clients in need of assistance to its large network of social services. Its Foster Grandparents program allows seniors to share their knowledge and wisdom with younger adults in search of guidance. |
| Kinship Senior Center | (504) 314-0300 | The Kinship Senior Center is run by active seniors who wish to assist older adults in learning new skills and making social connections. It offers a wide variety of programs and activities, as well as noontime meals to Orleans Parish seniors aged 60 and older. The center’s programs include exercise and computer classes, field trips, a drama and theater group, an arts and crafts group and volunteering opportunities. |
Assisted Living Facilities in the New Orleans area are required to follow a set of rules and regulations that are determined at the state level. For an overview of those rules and regulations, see the information below. For more specific information, talk with your local community or Area Agency on Aging.
