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Assisted Living Communities in Metairie, Louisiana

Located in the New Orleans Metropolitan Area, Metairie sits in Jefferson Parish, a region that houses 33 assisted living communities. These residences, including the 16 options within Metairie proper, charge around $5,630 per month in 2024, although costs vary depending on amenities. This rate surpasses the national norm of $5,350 and the statewide median of $4,750.

You can get more insight into the quality of care in local assisted living facilities by reading through the 224 reviews reviews in our directory. Based on these reviews, we find an overall quality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars stars.

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

According to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, assisted living rates in Metairie come in at around $5,630 per month. By comparison, Louisiana’s norm runs lower at $4,750, and in nearby communities, seniors spend hundreds of dollars less. For example, rates in Hammond fall near $4,270, and fees in Lafayette trend close to $3,415. 

Metairie

$5,630

Louisiana

$4,750

United States

$5,350

Houma

$6,541

Baton Rouge

$5,000

Lafayette

$3,415

Hammond

$4,270

Paying for Assisted Living in Metairie

The average fee for an assisted living placement in Metairie is $4,163 per month. The 2020 Genworth Cost of Care Survey also reveals the area’s costs are above the norm for Louisiana — which is $3,639 — but below the national average of $4,300. When compared to nearby cities, Metairie is the most costly. In Hammond, the average is $2,900, while in Baton Rouge, it’s $3,618, and in Houma, $3,049

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Metairie

Louisiana offers several Medicaid Waivers and other programs, including the Program for All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly, the Community Choices Waiver, and Long-Term Personal Care Services, that might be useful for senior citizens.

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Louisiana page.

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Louisiana page.

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

In the Metairie region, the cost of assisted living hovers near $5,630 per month. Home health care and adult day health care fees run lower at around $4,385 and $1,300, respectively. However, nursing home residents pay approximately $2,160 more for 24-hour medical care and monitoring in shared rooms. 

Home Health Care

$4,385

Adult Day Health Care

$1,300

Assisted Living Facility

$5,630

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$7,787

Note: Since data for Metairie is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, New Orleans, instead.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Metairie

Metairie’s seniors can access a wealth of resources aimed at supporting them through their later years. The resources listed here include help for seniors who are in dispute with their care provider and senior veterans who need assistance with medical issues. There are also details of how to give back to the community and ways to meet and socialize with new friends among Metairie’s older residents.

ResourceContactService
Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program(800) 833-9883The Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program is a free service provided to seniors in Louisiana's residential care communities. Ombudsmen are typically volunteers who regularly visit communities to discuss care with residents, ensure they're aware of their rights and investigate any complaints they may have with their quality of care. These can conclude concerns over transfers, the quality of the food, the frequency of housekeeping services and general concerns about welfare.
Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs(504) 731-4580The Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs helps U.S. military veterans and their dependents identify and apply for the local, state and federal benefits to which they're entitled. The department's officers may also be able to help vets who qualify for service-specific support, such as the VA AId and Attendance benefit. Vets with greater levels of need, such as those dealing with memory loss, may also be able to get help entering a VA purpose-built home.
Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP)(504) 736-6900RSVP is a national program operated locally by Jefferson Parish. Its purpose is to connect seniors who want to offer their spare time to nonprofit organizations that rely on the help of volunteers to fulfill their purposes. Voluntary work can cover a wide spectrum of help, such as instructing others on skills the senior picked up during their working years and assisting with services that need delivery drivers, such as Meals on Wheels.
Jefferson Council on Aging(504) 888-5880Jefferson Council on Aging provides numerous services for seniors in and around Metairie. It operates several senior centers, enabling older residents to participate in a wide range of activities focused on physical and mental well-being. There are also legal services to provide seniors with advice and advocacy on noncriminal matters.

What to Consider About Assisted Living in Metairie

The Health Standards Section of the Department of Health is responsible for regulating and licensing assisted living facilities in Louisiana. Its work includes conducting unannounced inspections to ensure facilities continue to fulfill their licensing conditions. Additionally, it conducts certification surveys for the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services and manages surveys among recipients of both insurances on the organization’s behalf.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Metairie

  • According to Sperling’s Best Places, Metairie has an above-average cost of living index of 101.4. Although this may concern some seniors, those in assisted living needn’t be as concerned as housing costs appear to be the primary driver for the figure. What may interest seniors in assisted living is the below-average health cost index of 84.2, which suggests savings can be made on health care when compared to the state and national averages.
  • Although rainfall is high in the region — typically 26 inches more than the national average of 38 — the general climate is senior-friendly. January is the coldest month, yet temperatures average at an acceptable 45 degrees, while in July, they rise to an average of 91 degrees, which means Metairie’s seniors aren’t subjected to temperature extremes like many of their peers across the country.
  • Figures published by Neighborhood Scout show property crime in Metairie to be above the norm by almost 6%. However, it also reveals crimes involving violence to be less frequent than normal. The chances of being a victim in Metairie are 1 in 326, compared to 1 in 182 for the rest of Louisiana. Seniors concerned about crime may also like to know that many assisted living facilities include surveillance equipment and additional security measures as standard.
  • Jefferson Council on Aging operates a transportation service Mondays to Fridays, between 8 a.m. and 4.30 p.m. It’s available to members and uses wheelchair-accessible lift-equipped vehicles to transport seniors around many locations in the county. All drivers are trained in CPR and supplied with radios to ensure continuous contact with the base in case of emergencies.
  • Several hospitals are only minutes from Metaire’s seniors, including East Jefferson General Hospital and Tulane Lakeside Hospital. The area is also well-served by a large number of medical professionals registered to treat Medicare beneficiaries.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Metairie

Metairie-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Louisiana are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Louisiana page for more information about these laws.

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Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Ktouch

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Beau Maison by Peristyle Residences

Employees are general pretty good, Gwen is really good about communicating everything to family. The two new Hispanic ladies stay busy, cook, clean, help with EVERYTHING. We are really impressed...

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Brent

I visited this facility

Review of Sunrise of Metairie

The rooms are the largest I've toured in the metro area. Having an RN as well as 2 LPN's on site is such a great asset. L.J. and Matthew were so professional and made us feel at home.

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I visited this facility

Review of Sunrise of Metairie

Sunrise of Metairie had many things to offer that would have been nice, but the price was not right. The amenities there were all very nice. They're very well-kept. The rooms were well done. It...

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