Forest Manor Nursing And Rehabilitation Center in Covington, LA

Forest Manor Nursing And Rehabilitation Center is a nursing home community in Covington, LA.

Information last verified: June 12, 2026

1330 Ochsner Boulevard, Covington, LA 70433

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.5 from 122 reviews

5 stars

101

4 stars

7

3 stars

2

2 stars

3

1 stars

9

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Overall Review of Forest Manor Nursing And Rehabilitation Center

common 45 reviews mention this

Staff friendliness and attentiveness

Residents and families repeatedly describe attentive, friendly staff.

Across many reviews, people say the staff is friendly, polite, and quick to help when residents or visitors need something. Several reviewers describe staff checking in, offering support with care needs, and making families feel reassured about what’s happening. A few negative reviews also mention unresponsiveness or delays, but the overall pattern in the comments is that staff aim to be helpful and engaged day to day.

common 33 reviews mention this

Clean, well-kept building

Cleanliness comes up often, including rooms, hallways, and common areas.

Many reviewers highlight that the facility feels clean and well kept, from the front areas to resident rooms. Multiple comments also mention noticing cleanliness through smells and visible tidiness, and some reviewers describe the grounds as well maintained. There are also a few stark complaints about sanitation and cleanliness, which contrast with the majority of positive cleanliness remarks.

common 12 reviews mention this

Activities and things to do

Residents are described as having regular activities and engagement.

Several reviews mention community activities going on during visits, including scheduled daily activities and resident-run or community-sponsored options. Families also describe residents seeming happy and busy, with examples like holiday decorating and events. The offering aligns with the types of activities listed for the community, including day trips and fitness programs.

caveat 6 reviews mention this

Food quality feels mixed

Dining reviews are inconsistent, with both praise and complaints.

Some residents or visitors say the food is delicious and that staff accommodate needs during meals. Others describe food as terrible or not reliably served, including concerns about meals being cold and about nutrition balance. The community offers restaurant-style dining and also lists special dining-related restrictions, which may explain why dining experiences vary by resident needs.

caveat 6 reviews mention this

Nursing and supervision concerns

While many praise care, some reviews raise serious supervision and response issues.

A number of comments describe residents being cared for well and staff responding appropriately to needs. However, several critical reviews focus on supervision problems, including long waits for help to reach the restroom, inadequate therapy support, and concerns about being understaffed or not responding quickly enough. This contrasts with the nursing and supervision services the community offers, like nursing care support and medication management.

common 2 reviews mention this

Nearby medical and shopping options

The location places healthcare offices and errands within short drives.

Visitor reviews mention easy access and proximity to medical services, and the surrounding area includes nearby physician offices and hospitals. For everyday needs, there are also pharmacies and common dining spots close by. This can help reduce travel time when arranging appointments or errands during rehab or longer stays.

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Features

Housing

192 resident community capacity

Types of Care

Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions

Dining

Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions

Activities

Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Fitness programs
Planned day trips
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Physicians

O'Sullivan, Patrick Dr-Retina Specialty Institute (0.1 miles)
Weiler Plastic Surgery (0.2 miles)
Malik Spady, MD (0.2 miles)
Viswanath Aluru, MD (0.5 miles)
Greenbrier Hospital (0.7 miles)
Dr Ben Almerico, DDS, MD (0.8 miles)
Benson Dermatology (0.8 miles)

Pharmacies

Winn-Dixie (0.7 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.1 miles)
Walgreens (1.2 miles)
Braswell Drugs (2.4 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (3 miles)
Archway Apothecary (3.7 miles)
Winn-Dixie (3.9 miles)

Restaurants

McDonald's (0.7 miles)
Half Shell Oyster House (0.7 miles)
Chili's Grill & Bar (0.8 miles)
Wendy's (0.8 miles)
Chick-Fil-A (0.9 miles)
Izzo's Illegal Burrito (0.9 miles)
Olive Garden (1.2 miles)

Cafes

Panera Bread (0.7 miles)
Pj's Coffee (1.6 miles)
Abita Roasting Co. Madisonville (3.4 miles)
Starbucks (3.9 miles)
Pj's Coffee (4.8 miles)

Hospitals

Outpatient Pavillion (1 miles)
St Tammany Parish Hospital (2.4 miles)

Places of Worship

First Baptist Church (1.2 miles)
Christ Episcopal Church (3.4 miles)

Parks

Hubie Gallagher Park (2.6 miles)
Bogue Falaya Park (3.4 miles)

Theaters

Movie Tavern Covington (4 miles)

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