Ridgecrest Community Care Center
Scout 80West Monroe, LA · 112 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in West Monroe.
Est. $6,740–$7,930/mo
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The Oaks
1000 Mckeen Place, Monroe, LA 71201 · Ouachita County
The Oaks is a family owned nursing home and rehabilitation center located in Monroe, LA.
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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 outlookUsually has openings
Typically 57% full — availability is generally good.
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 Monroe
The Oaks is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Monroe, LA, with 125 certified beds and an average of about 71 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 1/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.94 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.11 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 62.1%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 9 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $27,005 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (3.94 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
- •$27,005 in federal fines
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Monroe options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 125
- Avg. residents/day
- 71
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 195542
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 | $6,740–$7,930/mo (median $7,150) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Monroe 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
- 3.94
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.11
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 62.1%
- 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
- 1 ($27,005)
- Total penalties
- 1
- Last standard survey
- 2025-06-11
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (19 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-02-24Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.
2026-02-24Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
2025-06-11Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
2025-06-11Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
2025-06-11Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2025-06-11Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintInfection Control Deficiencies
Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.
2025-06-11Severity D — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
2025-06-11Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident 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.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2023-11-29 | Fine | $27,005 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Daily activities & events
Location
1000 Mckeen Place, Monroe, 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 The Oaks
How much does The Oaks cost?
The Oaks does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Monroe, LA area typically runs $6,740–$7,930 per month (median $7,150, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is The Oaks's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates The Oaks 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 1/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at The Oaks?
Staff provide about 3.94 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 62.1% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at The Oaks?
The Oaks has 19 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-06-11). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does The Oaks have availability?
Typically 57% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does The Oaks offer?
The Oaks in Monroe, LA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 125 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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