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St. Joseph’s Altar

Chef Dwayne and many volunteers honored the memory of St. Joseph. St. Francis Villa is well known for our beautiful altars on St. Joseph’s Day. Stop by next year for a fava bean.

Wit & Wisdom Blog

an elderly couple packs cardboard boxes -Tips and Options to Consider When Helping Aging Parents Downsize Their Home or Furnishings

Tips & Options to Consider When Helping Aging Parents Downsize Their Home or Furnishings

Is simply downsizing the only move to consider? Is it the right solution for you? Weigh your options. Consider what your underlying reasons are to

Resident of elder care assisted living facility covering his ears

I am Not Ready!

“No way am I moving! I have only fallen three times.” “I am not ready” – it sounds like a mantra. But I am not just

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When Experience Matters Peace Of Mind Follows

St. Francis Villa has key leadership with 100+ years of experience in assisted living! Experience is important, not only to help to determine the right fit, but also in the experience required to provide appropriate senior living care once that move is made and as one “ages in place”. There’s no better way than a personal visit to really experience St. Francis Villa. Schedule your tour today!

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Assisted Living, Elder Care & Retirement Insights from St. Francis Villa

Tips & Options to Consider When Helping Aging Parents Downsize Their Home or Furnishings

Is simply downsizing the only move to consider? Is it the right solution for you? Weigh your options. Consider what your underlying reasons are to make such a difficult move ...

"No way am I moving! I have only fallen three times.""I am not ready" - it sounds like a mantra. But I am not just talking about seniors in need; I ...

Tips for Fighting Senior Adult Depression

Across our country, senior adults are facing unprecedented levels of depression. The root causes of this problem can vary but often include social isolation, health problems, and grief from the ...

5 Tips for Having “The Conversation” About Assisted Living

Aging loved ones can face many challenges. One of the most difficult challenges is talking about their living situation. This discussion can be incredibly emotional if they have been coping ...

By Greg Deris, Owner A Sense of Community is Inevitable My good friends Merriam and Webster, define a community as an interacting population of various kinds of individuals in a ...

5 Tips for Having a Successful Visit to an Assisted Living

So you’ve made a few phone calls and gathered some information. You may have even toured on your own and now it’s time to bring your parent on a tour ...

“I could never do what you do.” At least once a day, someone says those words to me. I was raised by a nurse who cared for the elderly and ...

I bought a house the other day. It was so easy! I found this service online that promised to find the best house for me. They seemed to know all ...

St. Francis Villa is truly a community. We enjoy our beautiful surroundings with residents, caregivers, and visiting family members. We hope this information is a blessing to you whether you’re ...

St. Francis Villa is winning the fight against COVID-19!!!

Our Thankfulness Challenge, #seniorschangethescript has kicked off! Watch this! Our residents will be making videos of the POSITIVE things they see and will be challenging others to follow suit. Watch for ...

Never Too Late to Let the Real You Shine Through!

Take a look at the personalities and styles of our fabulous residents! https://youtu.be/Y_f5IIqyi6E

St. Francis Villa

Assisted Living

(504) 738-1060

10411 Jefferson Highway
River Ridge, LA 70123

Serving Jefferson & Orleans Parish including
Metairie, Kenner & New Orleans residents

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St. Joseph’s Altar

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