St. Jude's Nursing Home

In the Heart of Downtown New Orleans. In the Hands of Skilled, Compassionate Care.

St. Jude's Nursing Home

In the Heart of Downtown New Orleans. In the Hands of Skilled, Compassionate Care.

St. Jude's Nursing Home

In the Heart of Downtown New Orleans. In the Hands of Skilled, Compassionate Care.

Located at 450A South Claiborne Avenue, St. Jude’s is a household-model skilled nursing facility offering compassionate long-term care, short-term rehabilitation, and assisted living services in the heart of New Orleans.

Household Model of Care
24/7 Registered Nurses On-Site
On-Site Physical, Occupational & Speech Therapy
Individualized, Person-Centered Care
Part of St. Margaret’s Family of Care

About St. Jude's

More Than a Care Facility — It's Home

A family care facility should be more than a place to receive treatment. St. Jude’s models this belief. As a household-model nursing home in Downtown New Orleans, we offer the privacy of home within the warmth of a true community.

Our residents experience individualized, personalized, and compassionate skilled nursing care every day. Our staff doesn’t just administer medications and therapies — they build genuine connections with each resident, ensuring every person in our care feels known, valued, and respected.

Located at 450A South Claiborne Avenue, St. Jude’s is conveniently situated in the heart of New Orleans, making it easy for families throughout the metro area to stay close and involved in their loved one’s care.

A female registered nurse with an elderly female nursing home resident.

The Household Model

What Makes St. Jude's Different

The household model reimagines nursing home care by creating small, close-knit living communities rather than institutional wards. At St. Jude’s, residents enjoy:

Our Services

Comprehensive Care for Every Need

St. Jude's offers a full spectrum of skilled nursing and assisted living services in New Orleans, delivered by an expert interdisciplinary team built around each resident's individual needs.

Long-Term Care

A permanent home for residents who need ongoing skilled nursing care, with a focus on medical, social, and emotional well-being.

Short-Term Rehabilitation

Bridging the gap between hospital and home with safe, supportive care and therapy for post-acute recovery.

Assisted Living

Supporting residents who value their independence while benefiting from daily assistance and personalized care in a community environment.

Socialization & Community

Organized activities, events, and communal dining designed to keep residents engaged, connected, and enjoying life.

Skilled Nursing

Around-the-clock registered nurses and licensed professionals delivering clinical excellence with genuine compassion.

On-Site Therapy

Physical, occupational, and speech therapy delivered on-site by certified therapists as part of every personalized care plan.

Care Plans

Long-Term & Short-Term Care in New Orleans

Whether your loved one needs a permanent home or a recovery bridge between hospital and home, St. Jude's provides the specialized care and support they deserve.

Long-Term Care

Ongoing skilled nursing residency

Our long-term care program provides the highest-quality patient-focused skilled nursing services, addressing the full spectrum of each resident’s medical, social, and emotional needs. We believe people living in care facilities deserve to truly live — with purpose, joy, and connection.

  • 24/7 skilled nursing care
  • Individualized care plans updated regularly
  • Nutritious, dietitian-informed dining
  • Activity programs & community events
  • Spiritual and worship opportunities
  • Family involvement encouraged

Short-Term Care

Post-acute rehabilitation & recovery

Short-term residency at St. Jude’s creates a supportive, safe environment for seniors recovering from surgery, illness, or injury — helping them regain strength and independence before returning home. We treat every resident and their family as part of our extended family.

  • Physical therapy & rehabilitation
  • Occupational therapy
  • Speech-language pathology
  • Coordinated discharge planning
  • Family education & support
  • Physician-supervised care plans

Care Plans

Long-Term & Short-Term Care in New Orleans

Whether your loved one needs a permanent home or a recovery bridge between hospital and home, St. Jude's provides the specialized care and support they deserve.

Long-Term Care

Ongoing skilled nursing residency

Our long-term care program provides the highest-quality patient-focused skilled nursing services, addressing the full spectrum of each resident’s medical, social, and emotional needs. We believe people living in care facilities deserve to truly live — with purpose, joy, and connection.

  • 24/7 skilled nursing care
  • Individualized care plans updated regularly
  • Nutritious, dietitian-informed dining
  • Activity programs & community events
  • Spiritual and worship opportunities
  • Family involvement encouraged

Short-Term Care

Post-acute rehabilitation & recovery

Short-term residency at St. Jude’s creates a supportive, safe environment for seniors recovering from surgery, illness, or injury — helping them regain strength and independence before returning home. We treat every resident and their family as part of our extended family.

  • Physical therapy & rehabilitation
  • Occupational therapy
  • Speech-language pathology
  • Coordinated discharge planning
  • Family education & support
  • Physician-supervised care plans

On-Site Rehabilitation

Therapy Services Designed to Restore Independence

Our certified on-site therapists assess each resident individually and work closely with the care team to develop and adjust therapy programs that support recovery and maximize quality of life.

Physical Therapy

Following a stroke, fall, seizure, or illness, our certified physical therapists design individualized exercise routines to restore mobility, strength, and function — adjusting programs as each patient progresses day by day.

Occupational Therapy

Helping seniors return to the activities of daily life as independently as possible. Our occupational therapists focus on preserving dignity and easing each resident back into a comfortable, self-sufficient routine following major medical events.

Speech Therapy

Our on-site speech-language pathologists work with residents who have experienced strokes or illnesses affecting speech or swallowing, using targeted oral and throat exercises to improve communication and safety.
Three healthcare professionals of the nursing home care team.

Our Care Team

New Orleans' Most Dedicated Healthcare Professionals

St. Jude’s is proud to offer a comprehensive interdisciplinary team — some of the best nursing and healthcare professionals in the New Orleans community — all working together around your loved one’s individual care plan.

Our Care Team

New Orleans' Most Dedicated Healthcare Professionals

St. Jude’s is proud to offer a comprehensive interdisciplinary team — some of the best nursing and healthcare professionals in the New Orleans community — all working together around your loved one’s individual care plan.

Three healthcare professionals of the nursing home care team.

Contact Us

Ready to Learn More About St. Jude's?

Choosing the right nursing home in New Orleans is one of the most important decisions your family will make. We'd love to show you everything St. Jude's has to offer. Call us at (504) 895-3953 or fill out the form below and a member of our admissions team will be in touch as soon as possible.

     

     

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