


Jo Ellen Smith Living Center
4502 General Meyer Avenue, New Orleans, Louisiana 70131
(3.9) 47 Reviews
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Overview
Jo Ellen Smith Living Center is a welcoming community committed to providing compassionate care with all the comforts of home. From the moment one walks into the facility, the difference is felt with its proud history of caring for seniors and a reputation for quality nursing care. The facility is a 180-bed skilled nursing facility located in the neighborhood of Algiers, conveniently located on the Westbank, five minutes from downtown New Orleans.
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Amenities & Care Offered
Skilled nursing care
Post-surgical care
Orthopedic rehab
Joint replacement rehab
Post-stroke rehabilitation
IV therapies
Occupational therapy
Speech therapy
Wound care
Nutrition management
Rehabilitation programs
Alzheimer's care
Dementia care
Tracheostomy care
Dialysis
Palliative care
Hospice care
Physical therapy
Social services
Wander Guard system
24/7 Nursing Care
Assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
Outpatient Therapies
Podiatry Care
In-House X-ray & Lab Services
Psychological Services/Counseling
Patient-Centered Dining Services
PEG Tube Feedings
Acute and Chronic Wound Management
CVA and Cognitive Rehab Therapy
Negative Pressure Wound Therapy
Pain Management and Education
Diabetes Management and Education
Congestive Heart Failure Management and Education
COPD Management and Education
Osteomyelitis Management
Fall Prevention Program
Contracture Prevention and Management
Speech and Language Groups
Home Evaluations
Seating and Positioning Assessments
Skin Breakdown Prevention
Restraint Reduction Program
Weight Management
Group Exercises
Staff and/or Family In-Services
Secure Unit
Ostomy management
Bi-Pap care
Community
Sunroom
Courtyard
Covered patio
Elegant dining room
Private dining area
Handmade garden boxes
Beverage service
Activities lounge
Hair and nail salon
Room
Private rooms
Private bathroom
Upscale furnishings
Resident call system
Roll-in showers
Wireless internet
Computer access
Telephone access
Social
Social programs
Musical performances
Outings
Holiday events
Birthday celebrations
Movies
Game Time
Stretching
Singing
Current events
Religious services
Gardening
Craft projects
Volunteer programs
Resident council meetings
Services
Dietitian consultation
Daily housekeeping
Personal laundry
Dining with guests
Special diets
Liberalized diets
Mechanical soft diets
Pureed diets
Oral supplemental diets
Respite care
Reviews
(3.9) 47 Reviews
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Desiree R
August 22, 2024
Review from Google
"Staff don't come when you ring the bell no matter what's the problem it smells really bad in there don't send your love one there"
LYDIA J
May 21, 2025
Review from Google
"This is a 4-star living Convalesant center . The staff is courteous & professional. I personally have witnessed the fun activities they give for their residents."
Donnie P
November 9, 2022
Review from Google
"My step Dad was a resident here until his recent passing. The Staff was friendly and polite. The facility was clean and whenever we visited we had a pleasant experience."
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Location
Jo Ellen Smith Living Center
4502 General Meyer Avenue, New Orleans, Louisiana 70131
Jo Ellen Smith Living Center is located in the Algiers neighborhood of New Orleans, Louisiana, on the Westbank and just five minutes from downtown. New Orleans is a major city known for its unique culture, cuisine, music, and historical architecture. The city offers a wide range of amenities and services, including numerous hospitals and medical centers, shopping districts, parks, and cultural attractions. The climate is humid subtropical, with mild winters and hot, humid summers. Transportation options include public transit, as well as access to major highways and an international airport.
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