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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Landmark of Lake Charles
2335 Oak Park Blvd, Lake Charles, LA 70601 · Calcasieu County
Recover, rehabilitate, and nurture the body, mind and spirit through skilled nursing services and rehabilitation therapies adapted to each individual’s needs.
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FairHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.
Photos via google places, facility website.
Availability outlookModerate availability
Typically 80% full — openings are usually available.
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 below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Lake Charles
Landmark of Lake Charles is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Lake Charles, LA, with 130 certified beds and an average of about 104 residents per day. It operates as part of the The Beebe Family network.
Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 1/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.03 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.31 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 61.5%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 9 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.03 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Lake Charles options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 130
- Avg. residents/day
- 104
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- The Beebe Family
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 195630
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
- 4.03
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.31
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 61.5%
- 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)
- 9
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2025-09-10
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Both
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (16 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-09-10Severity E — 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.
2025-09-10Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
2025-09-10Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
2025-09-10Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
2025-09-10Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
2025-09-10Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2025-07-01Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
2025-07-01Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintAdministration Deficiencies
Hire a qualified full-time social worker in a facility with more than 120 beds.
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.
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Memory care
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ Private rooms available
Location
2335 Oak Park Blvd, Lake Charles, LA
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Landmark of Lake Charles
How much does Landmark of Lake Charles cost?
Landmark of Lake Charles 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 Landmark of Lake Charles's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Landmark of Lake Charles 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 1/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Landmark of Lake Charles?
Staff provide about 4.03 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 61.5% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Landmark of Lake Charles?
Landmark of Lake Charles has 16 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-09-10). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Landmark of Lake Charles have availability?
Typically 80% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Landmark of Lake Charles offer?
Landmark of Lake Charles in Lake Charles, LA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 130 beds.
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