Fidelis Janice House
4421 Janice Ave, Metairie, LA 70003
"Fidelis Residential Care Homes is owned and operated by two Registered Nurses with over 35 years of ER and Senior Care experience. It was fo..."
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New Orleans sits on an island between the Mississippi River and Lake Pontchartrain in the southeastern region of Louisiana. In this city, seniors incur a median monthly expense of $5,630 for...
The directory below contains 391 reviews testimonials of facilities throughout New Orleans and indicates an average quality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars stars.
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4421 Janice Ave, Metairie, LA 70003
"Fidelis Residential Care Homes is owned and operated by two Registered Nurses with over 35 years of ER and Senior Care experience. It was fo..."
READ MORE3521 Richland Avenue, Metairie, LA 70002
"Peristyle Residences Richland House is a spacious and elegant Metairie assisted living residential home on Richland Avenue serves 8 resident..."
READ MORE4801 Tartan Street, Metairie, LA 70003
"Fidelis Residential Care Homes is owned and operated by two Registered Nurses with over 35 years of ER and Senior Care experience. It was fo..."
READ MORE224 Central Ave, Jefferson, LA 70121
"Located at 224 Central Avenue, The Jefferson is the newest of the Peristyle Homes located in Old Jefferson, one block from the River. The ..."
READ MORE3949 Meadowdale St, Metairie, LA 70002
"Serenity Senior Residence is located in St Metairie, LA. Seniors can enjoy living in a convenient location near Veterans Boulevard and its v..."
READ MORE7004 Schouest St, Metairie, LA 70003
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Louisiana Deparment of Health Adult Resi..."
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4613 Lake Louise, Metairie, LA 70006
"Peristyle Residences assisted living homes are located across New Orleans, Metairie and the West Bank. We provide aging seniors with the car..."
READ MORE4000 Kent Ave, Metairie, LA 70006
"Fidelis Residential Care Homes is owned and operated by two Registered Nurses with over 35 years of ER and Senior Care experience. It was fo..."
READ MORE5511 Meadowdale, Metairie, LA 70003
"Peristyle Residences assisted living homes are located across New Orleans, Metairie and the West Bank. We provide aging seniors with the car..."
READ MORE824 Honeysuckle Street, Gretna, LA 70056
"Peristyle Residences assisted living homes are located across New Orleans, Metairie and the West Bank. We provide aging seniors with the car..."
READ MOREWith assisted living rates near $5,630 per month, New Orleans ranks as one of the most expensive places to obtain care in southern Louisiana, according to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey. This amount surpasses the state norm by around $900 and outpaces costs in many nearby cities. In Hammond, monthly fees run lower at about $4,270, and in Lafayette, facilities set rates near $3,415.
New Orleans
$5,630
Louisiana
$4,750
United States
$5,350
Houma
$6,541
Baton Rouge
$5,000
Lafayette
$3,415
Hammond
$4,270
New Orleans seniors pay about $3,973 every month for assisted living, which is approximately $47,676 annually. It’s slightly higher than the Louisiana monthly average ($3,748) by $225.
Louisiana residents may be able to receive some help in paying for assisted living services through the state’s Community Choices Waiver program, though there is typically a long wait list.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Louisiana page.
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:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Louisiana page.
Assisted living facilities in New Orleans charge around $5,630 per month. This rate runs about $2,200 below the cost of nursing home care, but seniors typically spend less on nonresidential options. Home health care agencies set monthly fees near $4,385, and seniors pay roughly $1,300 for adult day health care.
Home Health Care
$4,385
Adult Day Health Care
$1,300
Assisted Living Facility
$5,630
Nursing Home (semiprivate room)
$7,787
Although New Orleans has a good balance of affordability and health care options for seniors, it never hurts to be aware of additional ways to save money. The options listed below offer a variety of help for seniors who require additional aid.
Resource | Contact | Service |
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New Orleans Public Library | Main Library: (504) 596-2570 | More than a dozen libraries fill New Orleans, including the main library on Loyola Avenue. Numerous events are available, but seniors can filter them by age group, event type and location. Events may include options such as “Ask-a-Lawyer,” notary public services and genealogy resources navigation advice. |
YMCA of Greater New Orleans | (504) 568-9622 | The YMCA of Greater New Orleans has several branch locations. Geared toward adults, YMCA Educational Services (YES!) is offered at the main library of the New Orleans Public Library. The YMCA has an Active Older Adult program with perks ranging from possible free memberships to a variety of group exercise classes and day trips. |
New Orleans Recreation Development Commission | (504) 658-3052 | Numerous senior activities are available via the New Orleans Recreation Development Commission, including a National Seniors Day Celebration. Activities include senior choir for those 55 and older, senior bingo and senior dance fitness. |
The University of New Orleans Lifelong Learner Program | (888) 514-4275 | The University of New Orleans Lifelong Learner Program is open to individuals 65 and older. Although there’s a cost involved for textbooks and some fees, those who qualify and properly enroll receive free tuition. |
Loyola University New Orleans University Sports Complex | (504) 865-3030 | People 60 and older receive a 10% discount at the Loyola University New Orleans University Sports Complex. Those who graduated 50+ years ago have three discounted membership options. A variety of other membership options are available for which seniors may qualify. |
New Orleans Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living facilities in Louisiana are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Louisiana page for more information about these laws.
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skmcsw
5.0
Review of The Suites at Algiers Point
Roomy and comfortable. Support available 24/7. Delicious meals. Large handicap safe bathrooms. Attentive friendly RNs and care assistants. Tucked away in a quiet neighborhood. My family member has...
Assisted Living
Linda
5.0
Review of Woldenberg Village
I went to Woldenberg Village. I was interested in looking at assisted living. The person I spoke with, Latonya, was very nice, and cooperative, and she walked me down the hallway to show me the...
Assisted Living
Jeff
4.0
Review of Woldenberg Village
Mom is at Woldenberg Village, and our experience has been good so far. We chose it because it was recommended by other people in the community. It was also the closest to us. The facility looks...