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The Verandah Retirement Living

5851 Gray Market Drive, Lake Charles, LA 70605

Independent Living Assisted Living Memory Care Nursing Home
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For Pricing & Availability

(800) 780-8101

To Reach a Resident

(337) 340-8046

Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $3,103
One Bedroom
Estimated $3,908

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $3,872
  • Average State Price: $3,646
  • Average National Price: $4,181


  • The Verandah Retirement Living Description

    The Verandah Retirement Living is a community that offers independent living, assisted living, memory care and nursing care and is about 2.1 miles outside the small town of Prien, Louisiana and is part of the Sunshine Retirement Living network of communities. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio, one-bedroom and suite room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 9.3 out of 10 making it the 2nd highest rated community in the city out of 12 communities. See more information on reviews.

    To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Independent Living

    Independent living offers seniors the freedom to enjoy their retirement in a supportive community setting, with amenities and activities tailored to their active lifestyle.

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    Assisted Living

    Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.

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    Memory Care

    Memory care offers specialized support for seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia, focusing on safety, personalized care, and enhancing life quality.

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    Nursing Home

    Nursing Homes provide a nurturing environment offering round-the-clock care, personalized support, and community activities for seniors needing assistance with daily living.

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    Community Reviews

    9.4
    The Verandah Retirement Living
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 113 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 2 out of 12 communities in Lake Charles
  • Ranking in State: 38 out of 386 communities in LA
  • Food and Dining A

    Value for Price B

    Activities B

    Facility and Grounds A

    Care A

    Staff A

    Cleanliness A


    Employee Reviews

    6.5
    Sunshine Retirement Living
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 349 reviews across the web

    The following insights are from employees that work in Louisiana

    Employee Staff C

    Employee Culture A



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Positive Reviews:

    • Beautiful retirement community offering assisted living and memory care, allowing residents to age in place with a caring and stable staff.
    • Residents enjoy an all-inclusive apartment community with a variety of amenities and activities, including book clubs, exercise programs, and happy hours.
    • Exceptional care in the Memory Care unit, with proactive communication and safety measures during the pandemic, resulting in no cases within the facility.
    • High praise for the community's beautiful setting, extensive amenities such as a covered pool, spa, salon, theater, and fitness center, and the quality of life enhancements.
    • Recognition of the community's construction quality and the dedication of the management team to the well-being of retirees.

    Negative Reviews:

    • Concerns about the decline in food quality and variety, with reports of constant staff turnover in the food service department.
    • Disappointment with the discontinuation of a safety check-in service, leading to worries about resident safety.
    • Complaints about a specific staff member being rude and unhelpful, negatively impacting the experience of a resident.

    General Feedback:

    • The Verandah is highly recommended by both residents and their families for its comprehensive services, beautiful environment, and the sense of community it fosters.
    • It is viewed as a valuable asset to the local community, providing a high-quality living option for seniors.


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    Health

    On-Site Service Providers

    Wellness Center


    Services

    Concierge Services

    Resident Referral Program

    Experienced & Dedicated Staff

    Month-To-Month Lease

    EZ Move Program With Seniors Need

    Short-Term Stays


    Activities

    Robust Activity Calendar

    Physical Activities

    Card Games

    Art Studio

    Movies

    Outings


    Community Amenities

    Full-Service Amenities

    Chapel

    Gardens

    Hair Salon

    Weekly Housekeeping

    Multi-Purpose Room


    Room Amenities

    All Utilities

    Cable

    High-Speed Internet

    Free Wifi Throughout The Community

    Apartment Maintenance

    Smoke-Free


    Dining

    24/7 Dining

    All-Day Dining

    Dining Experience

    Restaurants


    Transportation

    Door-To-Door Transportation

    Convenient Transportation

    Travel Program


    Pet

    Pets Welcome

    Pet-Friendly



    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Prien which is 2.1 miles away and has a population of 7,810 (very small town).
    • The average income is $97,916, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 85
      • Low Temperature: 54
      • Average Temperature: 71.8
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 189 days of rain, 0 days of snow and 175 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 2.2 inches a year

    Demographic Overview
    • The median age is 31.8 years old, very low compared to other cities.
    • 5.89% of the population are Veterans which is a high percentage of Veterans compared to other cities.
    • 4.23% of the population are Foreign-born which is a very low percentage of Foreign-born compared to other cities.
    • The population is 0% American Indian and Alaska Native, 1% Asian, 48% Black or African-American, 3% Hispanic or Latino, and 45% White.

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 7.45 per 100 people which is very high compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 1.67 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 4.53 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 0.94 incidents per 100 people

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    Supermarkets

    Albertson's
    1.7 miles away
    Market Basket
    2.8 miles away
    Walmart Supercenter
    3.7 miles away
    Sam's Club
    3.7 miles away
    Albertsons
    4.5 miles away

    None Found

    Bus Stations

    Nelson Rd / Skate city
    2.4 miles away
    Nelson Rd / Wilmax St
    2.6 miles away
    Nelson Rd / Nicholas St
    2.7 miles away
    Country Club / Pecan Acres
    2.8 miles away
    Nelson Rd / Lake Area Medical
    2.9 miles away

    Banks

    Investar Bank
    7.5 miles away
    Woodforest Bank
    10.2 miles away
    Capital One
    11.4 miles away
    First National Bank of DeRidder
    13.3 miles away

    Hospitals

    Lake Area Medical Center
    2.7 miles away
    CHRISTUS Saint Patrick Hospital
    5.5 miles away
    Dubuis Hospital of Lake Charles
    5.6 miles away
    Lake Charles Memorial Hospital
    6.2 miles away
    West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital
    7.1 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Walgreens
    1.6 miles away
    Walmart Pharmacy
    3.8 miles away
    Brookshire Brothers Pharmacy
    7.3 miles away
    CVS Pharmacy
    11.4 miles away

    Dentists

    Lynn Family Dentistry
    6.1 miles away
    Dr. Simms
    6.2 miles away

    Parks

    Graywood park
    0.7 miles away
    Weaver Road Park
    2.2 miles away
    Lake Charles
    2.2 miles away
    Prien Lake Park
    2.5 miles away
    Nelson Road Park
    2.9 miles away

    None Found

    Shopping

    Prien Lake Mall
    4.6 miles away
    Gillis Village
    16.1 miles away

    Culture

    Imperial Calcasieu Museum - The Annex Gallery
    5.6 miles away
    Arts and Humanities Council of Southwest Louisiana
    6.8 miles away

    Restaurants

    Paul's Rib Shack
    2.4 miles away
    Dairy Barn
    2.7 miles away
    Pho Tien
    2.8 miles away
    O'Charley's
    3.8 miles away
    Olive Garden
    3.8 miles away

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