The Premier Active Lifestyle Community

Nestled in a gated, park-like setting on 52 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds, St. James Place is an innovative Life Plan Community for those 62 years and better. Our lush setting with trees, lakes, and walking trails is just minutes from downtown Baton Rouge, as well as shopping, golf, and the LSU campus. Here you’ll find a remarkable combination of stylish and spacious homes, exciting things to do, people to meet, and a Life Care Plan designed with your future in mind.

Supported Living

Helping you live your best life is our passion. A community of support so you can safely and independently continue to live a life of purpose.

From the moment you become a part of our community, you will experience our genuine commitment to your physical, mental, and emotional health so you can continue living a life of passion and purpose. Whether you are moving into an independent living apartment or directly into one of our care areas, know your care needs will be covered at St. James Place.

Our full continuum of care offers wellness activities, social programs, and cultural events to engage your mind, body, and spirit.

Assisted Living

Assisted living is a supportive and nurturing residential option that offers personalized care, assistance, and a sense of community for individuals who may require help with daily activities while maintaining their independence. With several options of apartment styles to choose and furnish as your home, we welcome assisted living residents through direct private pay admissions, but also those who transition from our Independent Living Community.

• Personalized wellness plan
• 24/7 trained staff
• Assistance with personal care
• Scheduled transportation

Memory Care

When it comes to memory support, personalized programming plus residents’ safety are paramount. Our residents are surrounded by caring and compassionate well-trained team members. Those with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia can continue to live meaningful lives here, with access to broad and comprehensive programming that includes entertainment, meaningful ways to spend time, music and art, personalized fitness classes, groups events, music, and more.

• Assistance with daily living
• Two distinct self-contained neighborhoods
• Safe access to outdoors
• Dementia Certified team members

Nursing / Skilled Care

Comprehensive long-term and skilled care in an inviting setting, our 5-star facility offers the highest level of care you can receive outside of a hospital setting without having to leave the comforts of your home behind. You or your loved one can stay in our community setting surrounded by the people who know and care about you while receiving long-term or skilled care.

Our Skilled Nursing team is honored to have received the 2024 U.S. News & World Report Best Long-Term Care Award.

• Staff available 24/7
• Three delicious daily meals/on-site dietician
• 24-hour emergency call systems
• Access to community activities

Services & Amenities

We invite you to thrive at St. James Place, where your connections with family and friends, both old and new, will flourish and grow. Enjoy the convenience of easy access to nearby shopping and embrace countless opportunities to make each day unique, exciting, and filled with memorable moments.

Delight in captivating performances and educational classes, resident-run clubs, and exquisite dining experiences that please the palate with delicious, nutritious options and homemade desserts. Savor every moment.

• Lagniappe Meeting Room
• Marketplace
• Belle Fontaine Dining Room
• Belle Fontaine Salad Bar
• Blue Heron Bistro & Bar
• Club Room
• Wood & Metal Workshop
• Firepit
• Theater
• Putting Green
• Lending Libraries
• Indoor Heated Swimming Pool
• Hair & Nail Salon
• Duplantier Bar
• Fitness Classes
• Fitness & Exercise Center
• Shuffleboard
• Prayer Chapel
• Beautiful Gardens
• Art Studio
• Lake and Gazebo
• Convocation Room

A Full-Service Lifestyle

Learn how St. James Place provides you with the services you need to live fully.

• Weekly housekeeping service
• Weekly laundering of flat linens
• Home maintenance, including upkeep, repair, or replacement of appliances; general plumbing repairs; and bulbs for provided light fixtures
• Rubbish removal and professional upkeep of building and grounds
• All utilities included (electricity, heat, air conditioning, and water) except telephone, cable television, and internet
• 24-hour concierge
• Professional, on-site management team
• Scheduled transportation to shopping and appointments via shuttle bus or car
• A Wellness Resource Center and Clinic, designed to help you proactively manage your health, navigate the health care system, and learn about ways to
• live well
• 24/7 fitness center, heated and covered pool, hiking trails, and more
• A flexible meal plan of 30 meals per monthManicured grounds, gardens, and outside recreational areas
• Inspiring social, educational, and cultural programs (typically 200+ per month)

Á la carte services for an additional fee:

• Personal fitness coach
• Signature spa and salon services
• Specialty classes, programs, and trips
• Catering service while entertaining in your home or in our private room
• Additional housekeeping to personal specifications
• Special-request repairs & services