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Scout 81Lake Charles, LA · 60 beds
One of Lake Charles's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
475 High Hope Road, Sulphur, LA 70663 · Calcasieu County
High Hope Care Center of Sulphur provides respectful, high-quality care, that supports the dignity and well-being of every resident.

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Typically 93% full (94 of 101 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.
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High Hope Care Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Sulphur, LA, with 101 certified beds and an average of about 94 residents per day. It operates as part of the Charleston Healthcare Group network.
Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 2/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.28 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.17 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 49.3%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 6 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
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| 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
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (11 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compar…
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
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.
475 High Hope Road, Sulphur, LA
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Talk to an advisor about this communityHigh Hope Care Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Sulphur, 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.
Medicare (CMS) rates High Hope Care Center 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 2/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
Staff provide about 3.28 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 49.3% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
High Hope Care Center has 11 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-03-18). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Typically 93% full (94 of 101 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
High Hope Care Center in Sulphur, LA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 101 beds.
Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.
Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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