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Senior living in Kenner, LA

6 senior living communities, including assisted living, memory care, independent living and care homes.

Senior living communities
6
in Kenner
Licensed capacity
702
4 of 6 report it
Adults 65+
12,491
Census estimate for Kenner
Within 25 miles
111
of the center of Kenner
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Senior living communities near Kenner

Counting neighboring towns, there are 111 senior living communities within 25 miles of the center of Kenner, 105 more than in Kenner itself. Distances are straight-line miles.

Closest outside Kenner

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Nearby cities

Within 25 miles, closest first

Local overview

Senior living in Kenner at a glance

Kenner has 6 senior living communities in our directory, drawn from public records. They are spread over 2 ZIP codes, with the largest group (3) in 70065. All 4 that report their size have more than 60 residents.

By ZIP code

  • 700653
  • 700623
Senior living communities in Kenner by the ZIP code on their license or certification record.

By licensed capacity

  • 16 residents or fewer0
  • 17 to 60 residents0
  • More than 60 residents4
2 senior living communities did not report a size. Size is the licensed capacity on the public record.

Licensing and oversight

How senior living is regulated in Louisiana

In Louisiana, the Louisiana Department of Health licenses assisted living and other residential care settings. Its public records are the source for the senior living listings on this page.1

Report a problem
Contact the Louisiana Department of Health about a licensed community, or the Louisiana long-term care ombudsman at (225) 342-97232.

Paying for care

Ways to pay for senior living in Louisiana

Programs that can help, by name. Eligibility rules are set by each program, so confirm with the agency before you plan around one.

Medicaid
The Louisiana Medicaid program can cover long-term care for people who qualify on income, assets and care needs. Which services it covers depends on the program, so ask the state Medicaid agency.3 Medicaid waivers pay for care services, not room and board.4 Louisiana Medicaid agency
Medicare
Medicare does not pay for long-term custodial care or for room and board. It still covers medically necessary care, such as doctor visits, hospital care, home health, hospice and prescriptions.5
Veterans benefits
Wartime veterans and surviving spouses who need help with daily activities may qualify for the VA pension with Aid and Attendance.6 The Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs helps with claims (225-219-5000).7
Medicare counseling
Louisiana’s State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) gives unbiased one-on-one help with Medicare and related coverage questions: 1-800-259-5300.8

Local resources

Local help for families in Kenner

Official agencies and nonprofit helplines, with phone numbers and links taken from their own directories.

  • Area Agency on Aging

    Aging services for Jefferson Parish9

    1-800-677-1116

    The Eldercare Locator connects you with the Area Agency on Aging that serves Jefferson Parish.

    Website

  • Long-term care ombudsman

    Capital Area Agency on Aging – New Orleans Region2

    (225) 928-8775

    Free, independent advocate for residents of care facilities in Jefferson Parish.

  • Medicare counseling (SHIP)

    Senior Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP)8

    1-800-259-5300

    Website

  • Veterans benefits

    Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs7

    225-219-5000

    Website

  • Medicaid

    Louisiana Medicaid agency3

    Website

  • Dementia support

    Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline10

    1-800-272-3900

    Find the chapter that serves Louisiana.

    Website

Questions families ask

Frequently asked questions about senior living in Kenner

How many senior living communities are in Kenner, LA?

WeFoundCare lists 6 senior living communities in Kenner, LA, from public licensing and certification records. Within 25 miles of the center of Kenner there are 111.

How many residents can senior living communities in Kenner serve?

4 of the 6 senior living communities report licensed capacity, for a combined 702 residents. The Census Bureau estimates 12,491 adults age 65 and older live in Kenner.

Which Kenner ZIP codes have the most senior living communities?

70065 (3), 70062 (3). In all, 2 ZIP codes in Kenner have at least one.

Who licenses senior living in Louisiana?

The Louisiana Department of Health licenses senior living in Louisiana. You can check a community’s license in the agency’s public records.

Who can help if there is a problem with care in Kenner?

The long-term care ombudsman is a free, independent advocate for residents. In Jefferson Parish, call (225) 928-8775.

Are there senior living communities near Kenner?

Nearby cities with listings include River Ridge (1, 4.1 mi), Metairie (33, 4.7 mi), Harahan (3, 6.0 mi).

Guides

Guides for families choosing senior living

Other types of care

Other senior care in Kenner

Methodology

About this data

How the figures on this page are built. Each number links to its source below.

  • Adults 65+ is the Census Bureau’s 2020–2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimate for Kenner (Census place). Census boundaries can differ from the mailing-address city used for listings, so per-1,000 figures are a guide, not a precise rate.11
  • Licensed capacity is the figure on the public record; 4 of 6 senior living communities report it.
  • Distances are straight-line miles from the center of Kenner (U.S. Census Bureau place center). “Nearby” means within 25 miles and can include other states.
  • Agency contacts come from each program’s own directory and are checked when we rebuild the data. WeFoundCare does not rate or rank communities.

Sources and references

  1. Louisiana Department of Health, Health Standards Section. ldh.la.gov/assets/hss/DirectorySpreadsheets/Licensed_Providers_Report_2026_10.xlsx Accessed .
  2. National Long-Term Care Ombudsman Resource Center / National Consumer Voice for Quality Long-Term Care: Find your Long-Term Care Ombudsman. theconsumervoice.org/get-help Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  3. National Association of Medicaid Directors: Medicaid Directors. medicaiddirectors.org/about/medicaid-directors Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  4. 42 CFR §441.310 via LII: Limits on FFP (room and board excluded from HCBS waiver). law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/42/441.310 Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  5. CMS / Medicare.gov: Long-term care coverage. medicare.gov/coverage/long-term-care Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  6. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: Aid and Attendance benefits and Housebound allowance. va.gov/pension/aid-attendance-housebound Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  7. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: State Veterans Affairs Offices. discover.va.gov/external-resources Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  8. SHIP National Technical Assistance Center (funded by the U.S. Administration for Community Living): Find your local SHIP. shiphelp.org/ships Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  9. U.S. Administration for Community Living: Eldercare Locator. eldercare.acl.gov Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  10. Alzheimer’s Association: 24/7 Helpline. alz.org/help-support/resources/helpline Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  11. U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates, table B01001. data.census.gov/table/ACSDT5Y2024.B01001 Accessed Oct 18, 2026.