The Verandah Retirement Community

Nestled in the beautiful Graywood neighborhood of Lake Charles, Louisiana, The Verandah offers a perfect blend of luxury, comfort, and care. With its sleek modern design, classic architectural details, and large windows that fill the space with natural light, The Verandah creates a bright and welcoming atmosphere for every resident. Whether you’re looking for an active independent lifestyle, a little extra support through assisted living, or specialized memory care, The Verandah provides everything you need to live life to the fullest.

Located near the best of Lake Charles, The Verandah offers easy access to local shops, restaurants, hospitals, and entertainment. Residents can spend their days enjoying the nearby lakes, relaxing at scenic parks, or visiting local country clubs to play tennis, golf, or dine with friends. Prien Lake Park, with its beautiful walking trails, picnic areas, and outdoor movies, is just one of the many spots that make life here so enjoyable. And when residents prefer to stay close to home, they’ll find plenty of excitement right within the community itself — from social events and fitness programs to creative workshops and movie nights.

At The Verandah, everything is designed around residents’ comfort and happiness. The community offers 24-hour dining, concierge services, and door-to-door transportation for errands, appointments, and outings. The dedicated staff ensures a safe and comfortable environment with smoke-free areas, advanced air filtration, and regular cleaning. Weekly housekeeping and on-call maintenance keep every apartment fresh and worry-free, so residents can simply relax and enjoy their days.

The Verandah also features a wide range of amenities, including a fitness center, game room, movie theater, salon, library, and computer center. Residents can participate in scheduled group activities or simply enjoy these inviting spaces at their own pace.

Apartments at The Verandah are designed for both style and convenience, with spacious one-, two-, and three-bedroom options available. Each home includes a kitchen, dining area, full bathroom, washer and dryer, generous closet space, and a private patio or balcony.

At The Verandah, residents can enjoy a vibrant, maintenance-free lifestyle surrounded by friends, comfort, and care.

Care and support at The Verandah Retirement Community

Care available at The Verandah Retirement Community, Lake Charles, LA, includes:

• Assisted Living: Help from trained staff with daily activities such as bathing, dressing and medication, in a social community setting.
• Independent Living: Maintenance-free living for active older adults who don’t need daily care, with dining and activities on site.
• Memory Care: Secure, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia, with structured daily routines.

On the healthcare side, the community lists diabetic care, support for higher care needs, incontinence care, medication management and care for residents who are non-ambulatory. It is worth asking how care plans are reviewed and how often they are updated.

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Apartments and amenities

Residents can choose from one-bedroom, two-bedroom and studio apartments, as well as semi-private rooms. Amenities include Wi-Fi and high-speed internet, wheelchair-accessible showers, full kitchens, ground-floor apartments, bathtubs, air conditioning and accessible design. Outside their apartments, residents can enjoy a central fireplace, indoor lounges, an outdoor patio, a computer and media center, outdoor seating areas and a beauty salon.

Dining at The Verandah Retirement Community

Daily meals are included as part of community life, with anytime dining, guest meals for visiting family, meals prepared by a professional chef, restaurant-style dining and special dining programs. Residents can also dine at a bar or pub and a private dining room for family occasions.

Lifestyle and activities

The activity calendar includes community service programs, light therapy programs, live well programs, happy hour, karaoke, day trips and outings, trivia games, sensory-based programs and gardening club, among 25 listed activities. The community also arranges trips and outings. For recreation, there is an arts and crafts center, a fitness center, a game room, a Jacuzzi, a movie theater room, a piano or organ, raised garden beds and a swimming pool. Practical services include a visiting beautician, help with grocery shopping and errands, housekeeping and laundry service.

The Verandah Retirement Community is pet friendly, and cats and dogs are welcome. For getting around, the community offers complimentary transportation. Languages spoken include English and French.

Senior living near The Verandah Retirement Community in Lake Charles, LA

The Verandah Retirement Community is located at 5851 Gray Market Drive, Lake Charles, LA 70605. If you are comparing options in the area, explore senior living across Louisiana, including typical costs and what to look for.

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Questions to ask when you visit The Verandah Retirement Community

• What is included in the monthly fee, and what costs extra?
• How are care needs assessed, and how often is the care plan reviewed?
• What dementia training do memory care staff receive, and how are secure areas managed?
• What is the staff-to-resident ratio during the day and overnight?
• Can we join for a meal or an activity during the visit?

Frequently asked questions about The Verandah Retirement Community

What types of care does The Verandah Retirement Community offer?
The Verandah Retirement Community offers assisted living, independent living and memory care in Lake Charles, LA. Contact the community through this page to confirm current availability for each level of care.

What apartment types are available at The Verandah Retirement Community?
The Verandah Retirement Community offers one-bedroom, two-bedroom and studio apartments, as well as semi-private rooms. Availability changes often, so request current floor plans and pricing through this page.

Does The Verandah Retirement Community allow pets?
Yes. The Verandah Retirement Community is listed as pet friendly, with cats and dogs welcome. Ask the community about size limits, fees and pet policies before moving in.

Does The Verandah Retirement Community provide transportation?
The Verandah Retirement Community offers complimentary transportation. Confirm schedules and any costs for appointments and outings with the community.

Where is The Verandah Retirement Community located?
The Verandah Retirement Community is at 5851 Gray Market Drive, Lake Charles, LA 70605, in Lake Charles, Louisiana.

How much does The Verandah Retirement Community cost?
Pricing at The Verandah Retirement Community depends on the apartment type and level of care needed. Use the contact form on this page to request current pricing and availability. It is free and there is no obligation.

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