NE Louisiana Veterans Home

    6700 US-165, Monroe, LA 71203
    • Assisted Living
    • Memory Care
    • Skilled Nursing
    3.0ยท16 reviews

    Resident friendly staff excellent care

    I've lived here four years and am very happy. The staff are friendly, helpful, and properly staffed - they joke with residents, assist with small things (even pecans), and the care team meets medical and memory-care needs. Good meals, a nice dining area, clean rooms and a well-maintained, spacious campus, plus lots of engaging activities (flight simulator, Friday bingo) with staff participation. As a veteran-focused home that treats people with honor and respect, I've seen positive rehab progress and enjoy the interactions with fellow veterans and families.

    Current/former resident
    Jul 2026

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Medication management

    Healthcare staffing

    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Community services

    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    Reviews

    3.00ยท(16)

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      2.4
    • Staff

      2.5
    • Meals

      4.5
    • Amenities

      4.5
    • Value

      4.0

    Pros

    • Compassionate frontline staff
    • Engaging activity program (bingo, flight simulator, social events)
    • Memory-care unit availability
    • Clean, well-maintained interior and exterior
    • Nutritious meal service and pleasant dining area
    • Staff participation in resident activities
    • Comfortable private rooms
    • Long-tenured residentโ€“staff relationships

    Cons

    • High staff turnover
    • Inadequate staff training and onboarding
    • Inconsistent staffing levels and coverage
    • Medication-administration errors and delays
    • Inconsistent personal-care and grooming routines
    • Sanitation and pest-control concerns
    • Gaps in wound-care and timely clinical response
    • Property-management and resident-privacy gaps
    • Communication tone and staff conduct
    • Leadership presence, oversight, and visitation-policy inflexibility

    Summary of reviews

    Reviewers describe a polarized picture of the facility: several families praised attentive frontline workers, an active activities program, a pleasant dining area, and a memory-care unit that met clinical needs for some residents, while other reviewers reported operational and clinical reliability issues that materially affected care.

    Care quality appears inconsistent. Positive accounts highlight that medical needs were met for some residents, with an available memory-care unit and staff who proactively assembled care teams. At the same time, other accounts describe delays in medication administration, delayed wound care, and uneven attention for residents with higher support needs (for example, visual impairment or limited mobility). Overall, the pattern suggests variability in clinical responsiveness and follow-through rather than uniformly reliable clinical processes.

    Staffing and staff behavior are central themes. Many reviews praise compassionate frontline staff and staff who engage residents in activities and social interaction. However, reviewers also noted high staff turnover, staffing shortages on some shifts, and gaps in training and onboarding. Related concerns include reports of brusque or condescending communication from some nursing staff and uneven prioritization of residentsโ€™ needs when staffing is constrained.

    Dining and activities are frequently cited as strengths. The facilityโ€™s dining area and food quality receive positive comments, and the activity program โ€” including organized events such as bingo and a flight-simulator activity โ€” is often described as engaging. Staff participation in social activities is a commonly noted positive feature that supports social engagement for residents.

    Facility upkeep shows mixed signals. Several reviewers described clean, shiny interiors and a well-kept exterior and common spaces. Conversely, others raised sanitation and pest-control concerns, inconsistent laundry and clothing management, and occasional cleanliness lapses. Property-management issues and missing personal items were also mentioned, indicating opportunities to improve inventory controls and privacy safeguards.

    Management and policy issues emerge as recurring operational themes. Reviewers described limited leadership presence on the care floors, inconsistent enforcement of policies, and difficulties with visitation scheduling; at least one reviewer described filing a grievance and an alleged restrictive visitation response. These accounts point to gaps in oversight, family communication, and grievance resolution processes.

    In sum, the facility demonstrates clear strengths in social programming, certain aspects of dining, and the presence of caring staff. At the same time, there are recurring operational and clinical concerns โ€” especially around staffing consistency, staff training, medication and wound-care follow-up, sanitation controls, and administrative oversight. Prospective residents and families should consider touring at different times of day, asking about current staffing ratios and training practices, inquiring about medication and wound-care protocols, and reviewing the facilityโ€™s grievance and visitation policies to assess how consistently the facility delivers care across shifts and units.

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    Medicare Ratings

    3ยท/ 5
    • Overall

    • Health Inspection

    • Quality Measures

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    Location

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    NE Louisiana Veterans Home is located at 6700 US-165, Monroe, LA, 71203.

    About NE Louisiana Veterans Home

    Located in Monroe, Louisiana, Northeast La War Veterans Home provides a caring and supportive environment for veterans in need of specialized care. Situated near Highway 165, the facility offers a peaceful setting between Black Bayou Lake and the Ouachita River, providing residents with beautiful surroundings to enjoy.

    The home accommodates up to ten residents, ensuring a personalized and intimate experience for each individual. Family members appreciate the cleanliness and bright atmosphere found throughout the facility, creating a welcoming and comforting environment for their loved ones.

    Northeast La War Veterans Home is known for its well-staffed team who provide attentive care to each resident. Visitors note the tidiness of the rooms, allowing residents to feel at ease and comfortable in their living spaces.

    Residents have the opportunity to participate in various planned activities, such as listening to ministry singers, attending Bible study, and celebrating events like Mardi Gras. These activities help foster a sense of community and engagement among residents, providing opportunities for socialization and enrichment.

    Overall, Northeast La War Veterans Home offers a supportive and nurturing environment for veterans requiring specialized care. With a focus on individualized attention, cleanliness, and engaging activities, the facility strives to provide a high quality of life for its residents.

    People often ask...

    NE Louisiana Veterans Home offers assisted living, memory care, continuing care retirement community, and skilled nursing.

    Yes, NE Louisiana Veterans Home allows residents to age in place and adjust their level of care as needed.

    The full address for this community is 6700 US-165, Monroe, LA 71203.

    No, NE Louisiana Veterans Home does not offer respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.

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