A nursing facility provides 24-hour care for rehabilitative, restorative and ongoing skilled-nursing care to patients or residents in need of assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, transferring, toileting and eating. Those interested in nursing facility care may apply directly to the nursing home of their choice or they may apply for preadmission certification by calling: Louisiana Options in Long Term Care 1-877-456-1146. Learn more.