In-home care near Ruston, LA.

A First Name Basis provides high-quality in-home care for older adults and others with special needs in and around Ruston, Louisiana.

Caregiver assisting senior at home entrance.

Our Ruston office.

We serve the greater Ruston area, including the surrounding Lincoln Parish.

Contact us in Ruston.

1201 Atkins Rd
Ruston, LA 71270
Phone: 318-255-9105
Fax: 318-251-9286

Interested in becoming a caregiver? Stop by our office during the week or apply now.

Business hours: M-F, 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Need help after business hours? Reach out to our Support Team 24/7. Your Care Manager can also be reached after hours, if the need arises.

Quick facts: Home care in Ruston.

Serving Lincoln, Union, and Claiborne Parishes.

  • Many people in Ruston rely on Medicaid. We accept nearly all waiver and non-waiver Medicaid programs.
  • We are proud of the many veterans and their families who call Louisiana home. We accept veterans’ benefits.
  • Our caregivers will provide care in your loved one’s home, arriving promptly and reliably.
  • We attract and retain the best caregivers in the area. Our full-time caregivers go through a rigorous 21-point evaluation and training program.

Here for your loved one.

Care from A First Name Basis lets older adults age in place in the comfort and familiarity of home. Our professional caregivers can provide a range of services, including personal care, meal prep, medication management, transportation, and companionship.

We provide in-home care for intellectually or developmentally disabled adults and children. Our compassionate caregivers build a genuine connection with your loved one, while attending to personal care and other needs as part of a tailored daily plan.

4+ Years

Our average caregiver-to-client relationship.

Many of our caregivers have built years-long relationships with clients. As our name suggests, you and your loved one will know our caregiver on A First Name Basis.

We accept Medicaid.

We accept Medicaid for in-home care in Louisiana, Mississippi, and Arkansas. We accept nearly all waiver and non-waiver Medicaid programs. Our Intake Team can help you access the in-home care that your loved one needs. Call us at 877-557-5525.


Benefits for veterans and spouses.

The Aid & Attendance benefit (for veterans and surviving spouses) can be used to cover in-home care. The VA’s Respite Care benefit can also apply to in-home care. Contact our friendly Intake Team for a consultation today: 877-557-5525.

What our clients are saying.

“I have been with A First Name Basis for a year and Machell and Laronda have made sure that I get the best care!”

Arlene C, Jennings, LA

“I am extremely satisfied with A First Name Basis as my care provider. They have met all my needs, and the staff is friendly and professional.”

Libby B, Monroe, LA

“A First Name Basis is helpful and understanding! My Care Managers in the Ville Platte office are very nice.”

Kathleen F, Basile, LA 

“Monesia has been wonderful and helpful since day one. She is understanding and easy to work with and I love her.”

Georgia W, Gautier, MS

“Our Care Manager is personable, responsive, and goes above and beyond to find the best caregiver for my dad. You can tell those who work for this company take pride in what they do and truly care about the clients.”

Katie Beth A.