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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Sharkey, LA

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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Our mother has been in independent living for three years and is thriving. Some areas are a little worn but they've been continually redoing areas. It's very clean. Until Covid restrictions she took...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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They are lovely, just wonderful. I almost couldn't ask for a better place. I have no problems. They were so good with short notice. We use the adult day services, but I needed an over night, and they were so...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
In Loving Arms, LLC is a captivating and beautiful residential care home located in the great region of Carriere, Mississippi in the Pearl River County. Our home is located in this beautiful region because of its scenic and quiet surroundings. This locality experiences very favorable climatic...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.

Cost of assisted living in Sharkey, LA

The average cost of senior living in Sharkey is $4,125 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Walker, LA with an average of $4,020 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Sharkey, LA vs. nearby cities

Sharkey, LA
$4,125/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Sharkey, LA vs. the state and national average

Sharkey, LA
$4,125/mo
U.S. national average
$4,515/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Sharkey vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,125/mo
$4,069/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Sharkey, LA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,075/mo
Studio
$4,334/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,487/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,246/mo

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Sharkey, LA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Sharkey.

What families are saying about assisted living in Sharkey

Recent reviews for assisted living in Sharkey

Oak Park Village at Slidell

4.3
The staff at Oak Park Village are very nice. They have always answered my questions and worked with me to resolve any issues. I have noticed, however, that it's hard to get information on how often they are actually checking in on mom, who is in the memory care wing and should be getting more ...
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SummerHouse Vista Shores in New Orleans, LA

5.0
The head nurse, [name removed], is amazing. She is also in charge of the care staff. Everyone was so professional and thorough in their care of [name removed]. When sheets or clothes needed changing, it was done immediately. When he went into hospice and died, they were supportive to the end. I ...
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Anderson at Summerfield Senior Living in Slidell, LA

5.0
At Anderson at Summerfield Senior Living, the facility is clean, and most importantly, my loved one seems to be thriving and happy there. Would highly recommend.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Welcoming and friendly staff. Many reviews mention the kind and welcoming nature of the staff at different communities, such as at Beehive Homes of Picayune and Williamsburg Senior Living Community, where residents and families have formed strong bonds with the caregivers.
Variety of engaging activities. Residents find enjoyment in the range of activities offered at communities, including movie nights, museum outings, trivia nights, and more, as mentioned in reviews for Inspired Living at Kenner, Garden View Assisted Living, and Holly Court Assisted Living and Memory Care.
Thoughtful care for residents. Reviews for various communities highlight the individualized care and attention given to residents, ensuring their needs are met with compassion and understanding, such as at Inspired Living at Kenner, Sunrise of Metairie, and Francois Bend Senior Living and Memory Care.
Home-like atmosphere. Numerous reviews praise the warm and inviting environment at different communities, making residents feel at home and fostering a strong sense of community, as noted in reviews for The Suites at Algiers Point, Sunrise of Metairie, and Oakwood Village Assisted Living.
High-quality meals and dining experiences. Residents express their satisfaction with the quality of meals and dining experiences at different communities, such as Sunrise of Metairie, Francois Bend Senior Living and Memory Care, and Barclay House of Baton Rouge, where they look forward to mealtimes and appreciate the accommodation ...
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Environmentally clean facilities. Reviews highlight the importance of cleanliness in creating a comfortable and enjoyable living environment, with communities like Lafreniere Assisted Living and Memory Care, Sunrise of Baton Rouge, and The Trace Senior Community taking great pride in maintaining their facilities.
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Sharkey review score based on 292 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 292 reviews of 81 Sharkey assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Sharkey review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Sharkey review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Sharkey, LA81 facilities
8.1
Ponchatoula, LA85 facilities
8.0
Springfield, LA82 facilities

Review subcategories for Sharkey assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 292 reviews of 81 Sharkey assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Sharkey resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Sharkey, LA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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Sharkey assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sharkey assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sharkey, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Sharkey assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Sharkey that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Sharkey, LANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
49.4%
43.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
34.5%
28.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
87.4%
85.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
93.1%
85.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
58.6%
48.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.6%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
87.4%
85.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
46%
39.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
49.4%
44.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Sharkey assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Sharkey Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Sharkey, LANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
59.8%
43.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
48.3%
27.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
48.3%
34.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20.7%
11.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Sharkey assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Sharkey partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sharkey, LANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
39.1%
22.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
52.9%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
48.3%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.8%
29.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.2%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Sharkey assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Sharkey communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sharkey, LANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
41.4%
26%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
48.3%
34.3%
Room service
Room service
47.1%
29.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23%
14.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sharkey assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Sharkey offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sharkey, LANational
Activity director
Activity director
42.5%
38.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.9%
26.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.9%
25.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.3%
42.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.2%
41.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
48.3%
44.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.5%
34.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
44.8%
28.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.5%
31.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50.6%
39.2%
Live performances
Live performances
52.9%
39.5%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
24.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.2%
20.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
49.4%
38.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Sharkey

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Louisiana assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Sharkey protect seniors.

Learn about Louisiana Assisted Living regulations

Frequently Asked Questions

Sunrise at Siegen, Sunrise of Baton Rouge and Ville Ste. Marie Senior Living Community are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Sharkey, Louisiana. See full list of communities.

There are 88 assisted living facilities near Sharkey, Louisiana. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Sharkey, Louisiana are Sunrise at Siegen, Sunrise of Baton Rouge and Sunrise of Metairie. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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