nursing home in Lake Charles, LA
The Gardens and Guardian
1401 Country Club Road, Lake Charles, LA 70605 · (337) 480-1550
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★2
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
The Gardens and Guardian at a glance
The Gardens and Guardian is a 60-bed for-profit nursing home in Lake Charles, Louisiana (Calcasieu County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Louisiana average of 2.6.
Residents receive about 5.4 hours of nursing care per day (0.3 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (July 21, 2026) found 0 health citations. The Louisiana average is 6.4.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 62.5% per year (state average 47.6%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 60
- Certified for
- Medicare
- Medicare-certified since
- March 21, 2012
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Calcasieu County
- CMS Certification Number
- 195636
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Louisiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.6 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.2 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.5 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Louisiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 5.42 hrs | 3.76 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.32 hrs | 0.31 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.13 hrs | 2.27 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.57 hrs | 3.21 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 62.5% | 47.6% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 60% | 41.6% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 3 | 0 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Louisiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 0 | 6 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 10 | 65.4 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Louisiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $46,795 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Louisiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 60 | 122 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 43 | 91 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 70.8% | 74.1% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Louisiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 4.7% | 3.5% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 8.8% | 5.6% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 25% | 22.7% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 10.5% | 2.1% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1.7% | 1.2% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 18% | 17.8% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 2.1% | 5.2% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 1.8% | 2.3% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.2% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 20.4% | 23.2% | 19.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 20.2% | 15.8% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 91.7% | 94.9% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 93.4% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Louisiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0.3% | 3.1% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 83.8% | 76.3% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.8% | 85.9% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 10 health deficiencies and 0 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 5, 2025 Complaint | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 28, 2025 |
| July 10, 2024 Standard | Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0640 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 24, 2024 |
| July 10, 2024 Standard | Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 24, 2024 |
| January 23, 2024 Complaint | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0867 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 8, 2024 |
| January 23, 2024 Complaint | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 8, 2024 |
| January 23, 2024 Complaint | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 8, 2024 |
| January 23, 2024 Complaint | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 8, 2024 |
| January 23, 2024 Complaint | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 8, 2024 |
| June 21, 2023 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 3, 2023 |
| June 21, 2023 Standard | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 3, 2023 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $0 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| March 5, 2025 | Payment Denial | 1 days from March 27, 2025 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| JOUBERT, JAMES Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 50% | 09/01/2018 |
| JOUBERT, KIMBERLY Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 50% | 09/01/2018 |
| JOUBERT, JAMES Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2018 |
| WILCOXON, JUSTIN Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2018 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is The Gardens and Guardian's rating?
The Gardens and Guardian has 5 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Louisiana nursing homes is 2.6 stars.
How many inspection citations did The Gardens and Guardian receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 0 citations, compared with a Louisiana average of 6.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does The Gardens and Guardian accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns The Gardens and Guardian?
It is for profit - limited liability company. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is The Gardens and Guardian and how do I contact it?
The Gardens and Guardian is at 1401 Country Club Road, Lake Charles, LA 70605. Phone: (337) 480-1550.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.