




The Verandah Retirement Community
5851 Gray Market Drive, Lake Charles, LA 70605
The Verandah is a premier senior retirement community located in the Graywood neighborhood of Lake Charles, Louisiana. It offers all-inclusive independent retirement living with options for those seeking an active senior lifestyle or those needing around-the-clock assistance. The community provides a seamless transition from independent living to assisted living and memory care, catering to various levels of need. The Verandah strives to cultivate a lifestyle focused on health and longevity, inspired by Blue Zones principles. The community features a variety of facilities and activities, including walking paths, gardening spots, meditation sessions, and social gatherings. Residents can engage in volunteer roles, purpose-driven workshops, and enjoy gourmet meals, all while fostering strong family connections and community belonging in a smoke-free environment. The Verandah is located in a picturesque setting, minutes from shopping areas, restaurants, and hospitals, ensuring convenience for residents. The community is designed to promote safety and comfort with features like ionized air filtering for cleaner air and a staff-alert system including in-room pull cords and motion sensors to assist residents as needed. The facility maintains a smoke-free policy, creating a safe and healthy living environment.
Community Deposits and Fees* (Deposits and fees may differ on individual units)
Community Deposits and Fees
- Deposit Required
- Community Fee Required
Pet Deposit and Fee
Community Details
Community
- 60 Units
Parking
- Open Outdoor
Property
- Property Manager Onsite - Yes
- Property Maintenance Onsite - Yes
Care Information
Care Giver
- Caregiver
- Executive Director
- Health Services Director
- Life Enrichment Director
Care Giver Hours
- Care Giver Hours - 24 Hours
Additional Care Services
- Medication Assistance
- Bathing & Dressing
- Personal Care
- Toileting
- Medication Management
- Activities of Daily Living
- Mobility
- Rehabilitation Services
Additional Care Information
At The Verandah Retirement Community, we provide comprehensive support including medication management and assistance, help with bathing, dressing, toileting, mobility, and all activities of daily living, ensuring personalized care to promote comfort and independence.
Food and Dining
Residents at The Verandah are treated to gourmet dining experiences 24/7. The meals are prepared using the freshest ingredients by an Executive Chef, available any time of day or night. The community emphasizes mindful eating as part of its wellness focus, ensuring that dining options contribute positively to residents' overall health.


Food Preparation
- Cooked To Order
Food options
- Specialized Dietary Services
- Dietary Restrictions
Dining
- Plated
- 24/7 Dining
- Gourmet Dining
Amenities
At The Verandah Retirement Community, residents enjoy a wide range of amenities including WiFi, scenic walking paths, pet-friendly spaces, inviting common areas, gardening spots, a computer center, and comfortable gathering spaces. Additional conveniences include concierge services, card and billiards tables, weekly housekeeping, and scheduled transportation



Amenities
- Gym
- Salon Spa
- Hairstylist
- Theater
- WiFi
- Walking Paths
- Pets Welcome
- Common Areas
- Gardening Spots
- Computer Center
- Gathering Spaces
- Concierge Services
- Card and Billiards Tables
- Weekly Housekeeping
- Transportation
Activities
Activities
At The Verandah Retirement Community, residents enjoy a dynamic lifestyle with a variety of engaging activities such as Tai Chi, Zumba, book clubs, educational workshops, and social clubs. From Wii bowling and walking club to movie nights, weekly bingo, group exercise classes, meditation sessions, and lively social gatherings, there’s always something enriching and fun to participate in.


- Excursions
- Tai Chi
- Zumba
- Book Club
- Workshops
- Social Clubs
- Wii Bowling
- Walking Club
- Movie Nights
- Weekly Bingo
- Exercise Classes
- Social Gatherings
- Meditation Sessions
