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Nursing homes in Avoyelles County, Louisiana
There are 8 certified nursing homes in Avoyelles County, Louisiana, with 790 beds between them.
50% of them are rated 1 or 2 stars overall, about the same share as the state (52%). Inspectors recorded 149 health deficiencies over three cycles, 18.9 per 100 beds against 20.5 statewide.
Fines in the period covered total $112K across 7 fines.
Ratings are based on the most recent data available; a facility's ratings may have changed since the last update. The health inspection rating is based on the three most recent standard surveys and complaint investigations. Data processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026.
| Measure | Avoyelles County | Louisiana | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Facilities | 8 | 265 | 14690 |
| Rated 1–2 stars overall | 50% | 52% | 41% |
| Median overall rating | 3 | 2 | 3 |
| Citations per 100 beds (3 cycles) | 18.9 | 20.5 | 26.8 |
| Median nurse hours per resident day | 3.6 | 3.6 | 3.7 |
| Fines listed | $112K | $12M | $457M |
Facilities
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avoyelles Manor Nursing Home | Dupont | 104 | 4 | 5 | 1 | 4 | 3.8 | — | 9 May 2023 |
| Hessmer Nursing and Rehabilitation Center | Hessmer | 92 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 10 | 10.9 | — | 5 Feb 2025 |
| Bayou Vista Nursing and Rehab Center | Bunkie | 92 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 20 | 21.7 | $9K | 12 Aug 2025 |
| Riviere De Soleil Community Care Center | Mansura | 130 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 24 | 18.5 | — | 10 Sep 2025 |
| Bayou Chateau Nursing Center | Simmesport | 104 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 15 | 14.4 | — | 7 Jan 2026 |
| Colonial Nursing and Rehabilitation Centerabuse icon | Marksville | 64 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 23 | 35.9 | $22K | 28 May 2026 |
| Oak Haven Rehabilitation and Healthcare CenterSFF Candidate | Center Point | 104 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 37 | 35.6 | $45K | 16 Apr 2026 |
| Valley View Health Care Facility | Marksville | 100 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 16 | 16.0 | $37K | 29 Jan 2026 |
Sorted by overall rating. "Citations" are health deficiencies over three survey cycles; "per 100 beds" divides by certified beds.
Most-cited tags in the county
| Tag | Requirement | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | 13 |
| F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | 11 |
| F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | 11 |
| F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | 7 |
| F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | 6 |
Ownership
| Type | Facilities |
|---|---|
| For profit | 7 |
| Non profit | 1 |
Chains present: Rightcare Health Services (2), Venza Care Management (1), Commcare Corporation (1), Plantation Management Company (1).
Questions and answers
How many nursing homes are in Avoyelles County, Louisiana?
8 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 790 certified beds.
Which nursing homes in Avoyelles County have the highest CMS ratings?
Avoyelles Manor Nursing Home (4 stars), Hessmer Nursing and Rehabilitation Center (4 stars), Bayou Vista Nursing and Rehab Center (3 stars)
How do Avoyelles County nursing homes compare with Louisiana?
50% are rated 1–2 stars overall against 52% statewide; citations run at 18.9 per 100 beds against 20.5 statewide.