RankingsCMS data: August 2026

Best Nursing Homes in Louisiana (2026)

The top 25 of 264 CMS-certified nursing homes in Louisiana, ranked by CMS overall rating, then penalties, health inspections and staffing — never paid placement. See how our ranking method works

2651.7 per 30K residentsAbove national avg of 1.3 per 30KTotal Nursing Homes
2.5/5
-0.5 vs national avgNational avg: 3.00Statewide Avg Rating
$96K+$26K vs national avgNational avg: $70KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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1No Penalties

Nursing HomeJena, LA

Lasalle Nursing Home

Government

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
133 BedsStandard health inspection Dec 2025

Above Louisiana avg of 2.5

139 Ninth StreetJena, LA 71342

(318) 992-6627

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2No Penalties

Nursing HomeMonroe, LA

Northeast La War Veterans Home

Government

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • StaffingN/A
  • Quality MeasuresN/A
8 BedsStandard health inspection Mar 2026

Above Louisiana avg of 2.5

6700 Highway 165 NorthMonroe, LA 71211

(318) 362-4206

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3No Penalties

Nursing HomeReserve, LA

Southeast Louisiana War Veterans Home

Government

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • StaffingN/A
  • Quality MeasuresN/A
8 BedsStandard health inspection Sep 2025

Above Louisiana avg of 2.5

4080 W Airline HwyReserve, LA 70084

(985) 479-4080

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4No Penalties

Nursing HomeJackson, LA

Louisiana War Veterans Home

Government

★★★★☆4 out of 5 stars4.0Above AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing1.0
  • Quality MeasuresN/A
10 BedsStandard health inspection Dec 2025

Above Louisiana avg of 2.5

4739 Highway 10Jackson, LA 70748

(225) 342-8998

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5No Penalties

Nursing HomeJennings, LA

Southwest Louisiana War Veterans Home

Government

★★★★☆4 out of 5 stars4.0Above AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing1.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
8 BedsStandard health inspection Jun 2026

Above Louisiana avg of 2.5

1610 Evangeline HighwayJennings, LA 70546

(337) 824-2829

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6No Penalties

Nursing HomeBossier City, LA

Northwest Louisiana Veterans Home

Government

★★★★☆4 out of 5 stars4.0Above AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • StaffingN/A
  • Quality Measures1.0
8 BedsStandard health inspection Apr 2026

Above Louisiana avg of 2.5

3130 Arthur Ray Teague ParkwayBossier City, LA 71112

(318) 741-2763

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7No Penalties

Nursing HomeGueydan, LA

Gueydan Memorial Guest Home

Government

★★★☆☆3 out of 5 stars3.0AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection3.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures2.0
66 BedsStandard health inspection Aug 2025

Above Louisiana avg of 2.5

1201 Third StGueydan, LA 70542

(337) 536-6584

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8No Penalties

Nursing HomeNatchitoches, LA

Courtyard Of Natchitoches

Government

★☆☆☆☆1 out of 5 stars1.0PoorCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures1.0
112 BedsStandard health inspection Jan 2026

Below Louisiana avg of 2.5

708 Keyser AvenueNatchitoches, LA 71457

(318) 214-4361

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95 Penalties

Nursing HomeGreensburg, LA

St. Helena Parish Nursing Home

Government

★☆☆☆☆1 out of 5 stars1.0PoorCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection1.0
  • Staffing2.0
  • Quality Measures1.0
72 BedsStandard health inspection May 2026

Below Louisiana avg of 2.5

32 North 2nd StreetGreensburg, LA 70441

(225) 222-4102

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106 Penalties

Nursing HomeJackson, LA

Villa Feliciana Chronic Disease

Government

★☆☆☆☆1 out of 5 stars1.0PoorCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection1.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
299 BedsStandard health inspection Jan 2026

Below Louisiana avg of 2.5

5002 Highway 10Jackson, LA 70748

(225) 634-4000

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State report

Why families compare nursing homes in Louisiana

#49of 51 states & DC
Health Ranking

Among the lowest-ranked states for overall health outcomes — long-term care demand runs high (rank 49 of 51).

America’s Health Rankings 2024
  • Population 65+17.7%Census ACS 2023
  • Life expectancy73.1 yrs

    A little lower than the national average of 76.4 yrs.

    CDC NVSR 2022
  • Nurse staff turnover47.6%

    A little higher than the national average of 45.8%.

    CMS PBJ 2024

See full demographics & care economics for Louisiana →

FAQ

Questions families ask about this page

How many nursing homes are in Louisiana?

Louisiana has 265 nursing homes in the active CMS data. This rankings page evaluated 264 eligible nursing homes with public CMS ratings and public profile slugs, then highlighted the top 25.

What is the average CMS rating for nursing homes in Louisiana?

Nursing homes in Louisiana average 2.5 out of 5 on the CMS overall rating, compared with a national nursing-home average of 3.0.

What is the average fine when a nursing home in Louisiana is penalized?

Among Louisiana nursing homes that were fined, the average fine is $96K. The national nursing-home average is $70K.

How does Louisiana compare with the national average?

Louisiana averages 2.5 out of 5 on CMS overall rating, compared with a national nursing-home average of 3.0. The average fine when penalized is $96K versus $70K nationally.

Should I rely on these rankings alone?

No. Use this report as a shortlist, then review the facility profile, confirm payment options, look at inspection history, and speak with licensed professionals before making a care decision.

What do the CMS data and inspection dates mean?

CMS data: August 2026. The inspection date is the latest standard health inspection reported in the CMS survey summary, including inspections with no deficiencies. Complaint and fire safety surveys are separate. A recent CMS release can include an older inspection date. Listings absent from the latest imported CMS provider release remain available on the platform but are excluded from current rankings.

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