The Gardens and Guardian
Scout 81Lake Charles, LA · 60 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingUsually has openings
One of Lake Charles's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $6,920–$8,140/mo
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Calcasieu Community Care Center
4190 Gerstner Memorial Drive, Lake Charles, LA 70607 · Calcasieu County
57
GoodHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 92% full (110 of 120 beds occupied on an average day).
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Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Lake Charles
Calcasieu Community Care Center is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Lake Charles, LA, with 120 certified beds and an average of about 110 residents per day. It operates as part of the Commcare Corporation network.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 2/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.47 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.25 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 54.3%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 2 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.47 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
None noted in the public data.
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Lake Charles, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 120
- Avg. residents/day
- 110
- Ownership
- Non profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Commcare Corporation
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 195644
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $6,920–$8,140/mo (median $7,340) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Lake Charles prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 4.47
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.25
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 54.3%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 2
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 1
- Last standard survey
- 2025-12-10
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (33 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-12-10Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
2025-12-10Severity D — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2024-10-09Severity F — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
2024-10-09Severity F — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.
2024-10-09Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
2024-10-09Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
2024-10-09Severity E — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
2024-10-09Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-10-09 | Payment denial | — |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Physical therapy
- ✓ Occupational therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Scheduled transportation
- ✓ Restaurant-style dining
- ✓ On-site salon / barber
- ✓ Fitness center
- ✓ Wellness programs
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ Gardens / walking paths
- ✓ Library
- ✓ Private rooms available
Location
4190 Gerstner Memorial Drive, Lake Charles, LA
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Calcasieu Community Care Center
How much does Calcasieu Community Care Center cost?
Calcasieu Community Care Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Lake Charles, LA area typically runs $6,920–$8,140 per month (median $7,340, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Calcasieu Community Care Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Calcasieu Community Care Center 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 2/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Calcasieu Community Care Center?
Staff provide about 4.47 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 54.3% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Calcasieu Community Care Center?
Calcasieu Community Care Center has 33 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-12-10). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Calcasieu Community Care Center have availability?
Typically 92% full (110 of 120 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Calcasieu Community Care Center offer?
Calcasieu Community Care Center in Lake Charles, LA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 120 beds.
The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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