Five Star Residence of Lafayette offers both Assisted Living and Independent Living, allowing residents to move between service levels without leaving the community. For individuals managing diabetes, the staff supports oral medications, insulin injections and sliding-scale regimens, coordinating with physicians to keep blood glucose within target ranges. The team also accepts residents with mild dementia, providing structured oversight while encouraging as much independence as possible.

Care delivery is anchored by licensed nurses on site around the clock, with RNs or LPNs available to handle urgent concerns day or night. All employees undergo background checks, and a night-shift team remains awake to monitor door alarms, pull-cord alerts and individual PERS devices. A secured, fenced rear area adds another layer of safety. On-site medical services include podiatry, therapy space for rehab sessions and support for psychiatric issues. Staff can provide full assistance with bathing, dressing and toileting, while mealtime help is available for residents able to feed themselves. Mobility support ranges from standby assistance to one-person transfers with walkers or wheelchairs.

Residences include studio and one-bedroom layouts, some with private bathrooms, kitchenettes, independent thermostats and cable connections. Residents may paint or decorate their units to suit personal tastes, and scheduled housekeeping and laundry are provided. Not every apartment includes every feature, so prospective residents should confirm specific details when touring.

Dining options are flexible. A set menu is served daily, but on-order selections and snacks are always available. Meals can be taken in the main dining room, a private dining space for family gatherings or delivered to an apartment for in-room service. Independent Living residents can enroll in a monthly meal plan while still cooking light meals in their own kitchenettes, and the housekeeping service extends to this side of the community as well.

Amenities include resident parking, wheelchair-accessible common areas, a barber and beauty shop, a movie room, wellness center, internet access, communal gardens, on-site religious services, a concierge desk, library and a roster of special-interest clubs. Scheduled transportation helps residents reach appointments or local events. Pets are allowed; it’s a good idea to check with the community during your visit to see if your pet will be allowed.