Southwest Louisiana War Veterans Home

1610 Evangeline Highway · Jennings, LA · 70546 · 3378242829

8 certified beds Government - State Chain: State of Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs

Why this verdict

  • Staffing levels are well below research benchmarks for safe care.
  • Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
  • No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.

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Red flags

No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.

Score breakdown

Inspection record 30% of score 77
Serious harm & abuse 20% 100
Staffing 20% 20
Federal penalties 15% 100
Trend 10% 18
Context 5% 100

Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.

CMS ratings & staffing

Overall: 4 of 5 Inspections: 5 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5

Total nurse hours / resident-day3.48 min · 4.1 strong
RN hours / resident-day0.55–0.75
Weekend hours / resident-day≈ weekday level
Nursing turnover / yearmedian 45%
Fines (3-yr window)none

Inspection citations (5 in the current record)

  • Potential for harm · F June 17, 2025

    Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.

    Corrected August 1, 2025 · Administration

  • Potential for harm · D June 17, 2025

    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Corrected August 1, 2025 · Infection Control

  • Potential for harm · D July 24, 2024

    Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

    Corrected September 6, 2024 · Resident Rights

  • Potential for harm · D August 23, 2023

    Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

    Corrected October 6, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation

  • Potential for harm · E August 23, 2023

    Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.

    Corrected October 6, 2023 · Nursing and Physician Services

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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 195608 · certified since November 16, 2004. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.