The Verandah Retirement Community

5851 Gray Market Drive, Lake Charles, LA 70605
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(337) 313-0162
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(337) 243-1165

Pricing for The Verandah Retirement Community

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$4,891/mo

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About The Verandah Retirement Community

The Verandah Retirement Community, located in the heart of Lake Charles, Louisiana, is a medium-sized senior living community that offers a quality lifestyle at an affordable price. The average monthly fee is $4,891, slightly above the city's average cost of $4,000 for similar properties. This slightly higher price point is a reflection of the exceptional amenities, services, and care provided at The Verandah.

This community offers a range of care options including Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Independent Living. Respite care is also available, ensuring that all residents' needs are catered for, regardless of their health status. The Verandah is known for its outstanding health care services, including a 24-hour call system and supervision, assistance with bathing, dressing and transfers, coordination with health care providers, medication management, and activities of daily living assistance. For residents with mild cognitive impairment, The Verandah provides specialized care to ensure their comfort and safety.

Reviews from residents and their families speak volumes about the quality of care at The Verandah. They frequently praise the dedicated and compassionate staff, the clean and comfortable environment, and the excellent medical care. The respite program is particularly appreciated, providing peace of mind for families and a supportive environment for residents.

The Verandah Retirement Community is nestled in an active neighborhood with plenty of conveniences nearby. For urgent medical care, Lake Charles Urgent Care is just 2.4 miles away, while Dr. Bridget Loehn, a renowned ENT and Allergy Specialist, is only 2.5 miles from the community. The nearby Walgreens pharmacy, located 1.7 miles away, makes medication pick-ups easy and quick.

For spiritual needs, St Martin De Porres, a place of worship, is only 1.5 miles away. Residents can enjoy a variety of dining options, including the nearby Prime Cuttery restaurant, just 1.1 miles away. For those who enjoy a good cup of coffee, Starbucks is a mere 2.5 miles from The Verandah.

On-site, residents can enjoy numerous amenities such as a game room, library, walking paths, a barber/salon, garden, and a spa/wellness room. The community also offers fitness programs, movie nights, resident-run activities, scheduled daily activities, and community-sponsored activities. Transportation arrangements are available for residents who wish to explore the city or attend medical appointments. With its warm and welcoming environment, The Verandah Retirement Community is more than a place to live—it's a place to call home.

Care at The Verandah Retirement Community

Care types offered


Health care services

  • Mild cognitive impairment
  • Activities of daily living assistance
  • Medication management

Reviews of The Verandah Retirement Community

7.9
Seniorly Community Score
Based on Seniorly's proprietary scoring, including 50 reviews across the web
What families are saying
The Verandah Retirement Community has received mixed reviews from residents and their families. Many praised the facility for its comfortable apartments, professional care, and variety of activities. The food was generally well-received, with some residents particularly enjoying the desserts. The staff was often described as friendly, helpful, and accommodating. However, there were some concerns raised. Some found the service slow and communication lacking, often attributing these issues to understaffing. There were also complaints about the facility's focus on profit, with one resident feeling that the management was more interested in money-making than resident care. The facility's Memory Care services received particularly negative reviews, with one resident describing their experience as "terribly disappointing". However, the Independent Living and Assisted Living services were generally well-regarded. There were also some concerns about the dining options, with one visitor unhappy that families were not allowed to purchase meals and eat with their loved ones. Despite these issues, many residents and their families would recommend The Verandah. They appreciated the clean and well-maintained facilities, the variety of amenities, and the caring staff. Some even expressed a desire to live there themselves.
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Amenities at The Verandah Retirement Community

Room amenities

  • Telephone

Community amenities

  • Fitness programs
  • Scheduled daily activities
  • Movie nights

Community services

  • Housekeeping
  • Concierge
  • Move-in coordination

Dining services

  • Dining room
  • Diabetes diet
  • Restaurant-style dining

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Seniorly Neighborhood Insights

What you need to know for Lake Charles, LA (70605)

Total population: 77,283

35% of population is 50+ years old, 16% is 65+ years old

Median income: $48,719

The poverty rate is 5% higher for this region compared to the Louisiana state average, which is 18%

Diversity

47% of population identify themselves as Black, 2% as Asian, 4% as Hispanic, and 47% as White

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