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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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24-hour licensed nursing care and rehabilitation — the highest level of medical care outside a hospital. Federally inspected and rated.
Typical cost in Lake Charles
$6,920–$8,140/mo
median $7,340/mo
Communities listed
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Lake Charles Care Center
Scout 69Lake Charles, LA · 182 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Lake Charles.
Est. $6,920–$8,140/mo
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High Hope Care Center
Scout 64Sulphur, LA · 101 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Sulphur.
Est. $6,920–$8,140/mo
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Calcasieu Community Care Center
Scout 57Lake Charles, LA · 120 beds
3.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Lake Charles.
Est. $6,920–$8,140/mo
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The Care Center of Dequincy
Scout 52Dequincy, LA · 80 beds
3.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Dequincy.
Est. $6,920–$8,140/mo
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Landmark of Lake Charles
Scout 46Lake Charles, LA · 130 beds
2.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Lake Charles.
Est. $6,920–$8,140/mo
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Lake Charles, LA · 109 beds
2.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Lake Charles.
Est. $6,920–$8,140/mo
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Lake Charles, LA · 162 beds
1.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingUsually has openings
A low federal rating — review the details closely.
Est. $6,920–$8,140/mo
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Rosewood Nursing Center
Scout 28Lake Charles, LA · 150 beds
1.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingUsually has openings
A low federal rating — review the details closely.
Est. $6,920–$8,140/mo
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Holly Hill House
Scout 6Sulphur, LA · 200 beds
1.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingUsually has openings
A low federal rating — review the details closely.
Est. $6,920–$8,140/mo
View full evaluation →Skilled Nursing in Lake Charles: common questions
How much does skilled nursing cost in Lake Charles?
Skilled Nursing in the Lake Charles, LA area typically costs $6,920–$8,140 per month, with a local median of about $7,340 (published survey medians adjusted for Lake Charles prices). Exact rates vary by community, residence type, and care needs.
What are the best skilled nursing communities in Lake Charles?
Ranked by objective federal data (star ratings, staffing, inspections), the top-rated skilled nursing communities in Lake Charles right now are The Gardens and Guardian, Lake Charles Care Center, High Hope Care Center. The full ranked list — 10 communities — is on this page, with each community's inspection record and pricing.
How do I choose skilled nursing in Lake Charles?
Compare objective data first (ratings, staffing, inspection history — all free on Haven), confirm all-in monthly pricing, then tour your top 2–3. A free Haven advisor who knows the Lake Charles market can confirm current availability and pricing.