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The Gardens and Guardian
Nursing home Lake Charles, LA
1401 Country Club Road, Lake Charles, LA 70605 · (337) 480-1550
Overall rating 5
Health inspections 5
Staffing 3
Quality of resident care 2
Certified beds60
Residents on an average day42
OwnershipFor profit - Limited Liability company
Medicare-certified sinceMar 21, 2012
Ratings compared with Louisiana and the U.S. average
| Measure | This provider | Louisiana average | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 5 | 2.6 | 3.0 |
| Health inspections | 5 | 2.9 | 2.8 |
| Staffing | 3 | 2.4 | 2.9 |
| Quality of resident care | 2 | 2.2 | 3.6 |
Nurse staffing compared with Louisiana and the U.S.
| Measure | This provider | Louisiana average | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse hours per resident per day | 5.42 | 3.76 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day | 0.32 | 0.31 | 0.69 |
| Nursing staff turnover (lower is better) | 62.5% | 47.6% | 45.8% |
| Registered nurse turnover (lower is better) | 60% | 41.6% | 42.9% |
Fines and payment denials (last 3 years)
- Fines: 0, total $0
- Payment denials: 1
Other options nearby
- High Hope Care Center
11.6 mi away4★ - Lake Charles Care Center
2.7 mi away3★ - Calcasieu Community Care Center
3.7 mi away3★ - Landmark of Lake Charles
4.0 mi away3★ - Grand Cove Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
0.6 mi away2★ - Rosewood Nursing Center
3.2 mi away2★
Ratings describe past performance reported to CMS and can change. Confirm insurance, availability and services directly with the provider, and talk to your doctor or care team. Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, Nursing homes - Provider Information (released Sep 30, 2026).