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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Pencil Bluff, AR
Memory care in Pencil Bluff offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Pencil Bluff is about $3,465 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 16 communities, read 183 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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9.8
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118 reviews
West Shores is great! Would I recommend anyone else to live here? Absolutely! It doesn't take much to make a person like me happy. All I need is good friends, good wine, and good music. West Shores offers...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
See the natural beauty that flows through West Shores, a 17-acre community that combines serenity and security by offering desired services and amenities in every studio, one- and two-bedroom apartment home. Our goal is to enrich the lives of our residents by providing an environment that is...
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9.4
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15 reviews
Friendly, professional staff. Clean and nice facility. Units look and feel like 1 bedroom apartments (feels more like home than a medical facility). Some units open to enclosed courtyard..nice to sit...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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8.7
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38 reviews
I had to move [name removed] out due to him being unable to adapt to not smoking in his apartment. Staff worked with me and him, but he refused to stop smoking inside. They were very compromising and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Situated on beautiful Lake Hamilton with a lake view from every apartment, Atrium at Serenity Pointe is a lodge-style senior living community located near all local hospitals (CHI St Vincent, NMNC and Healthstar) as well as Hot Springs Mall, Bath House Row with boutique shopping and the Gangster...
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6 reviews
Wish they had more activities for chair bound clients. But Garrett Woods is a great atmosphere, with loving, caring staff and good care for family. I will recommend GW to all friends and family.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Garrett Woods Senior Living has been a part of the Hot Springs Community for almost 20 years. Located directly off of Central Avenue and in a quiet secluded park-like area, residents can get out and walk or sit in the many comfortable out-door sitting areas. We are minutes away from Hot Springs...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Very nice! I was only in that facility once when they were setting it up for my mother-in-law and once when she was in there. It was clean and the staff was really friendly. It looked like a nice quality...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
What are you looking for in a nursing home? That's the first question we ask because in today's healthcare environment, you have more choices than ever.We offer short-term care to help you get well and return to your home. We also provide long-term nursing home care -- and more intensive clinical...
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My Mom stayed in Abundant Life. They were very kind and family like. She loved the TLC that they showed her. Their care was superb and very appreciated
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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My husband and I chose this community because it's still close to our friends and family. It is wonderful, the staff are responsive and friendly. They keep it clean and smelling good. The people are easy to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Cost of memory care in Pencil Bluff, AR
The average cost of senior living in Pencil Bluff is $3,465 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mena, AR with an average of $1,500 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Pencil Bluff, AR vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Pencil Bluff, AR vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about memory care in Pencil Bluff
Recent reviews for memory care in Pencil Bluff
Brookfield Hot Springs
5.0
They are wonderful with my dad. The facility has always been clean. The patients are treated respectfully and they have something going everyday for activities. Seems there is a high staff turn over but they have all operated with the same standards. My dad likes it there. He was unhappy ...
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Atrium at Serenity Pointe in Hot Springs, AR
4.4
We were very excited to have found such a wonderful place. Mom just loves it there. This is a very caring place. The staff has always been courteous and caring. Mom has made many friends there. We don’t know if we would’ve found this facility without Help from your organization.
West Shores in Hot Springs, AR
5.0
I would definitely recommend West Shores to anyone and everyone. Their healthcare facility that they offer in the community. They took excellent care of my husband while he was ill and really helped me with the process during his loss.
Pencil Bluff review score based on 60 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 60 reviews of 13 Pencil Bluff memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Pencil Bluff review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores
Pencil Bluff review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Pencil Bluff memory care
When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 60 reviews of 13 Pencil Bluff memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Pencil Bluff resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.Pencil Bluff, AR averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.8
4.4
Friendliness
4.7
4.5
Care services
4.4
4.2
Staff
4.7
4.4
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
4.3
4.0
Value for cost*
4.4
4.0
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Pencil Bluff memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Pencil Bluff memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Pencil Bluff, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Pencil Bluff memory care
Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Pencil Bluff that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
38.5%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
23.1%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.3%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
38.5%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30.8%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.3%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
30.8%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
38.5%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Pencil Bluff memory care
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Pencil Bluff Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Pencil Bluff, ARNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
38.5%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
15.4%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
15.4%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.4%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Pencil Bluff memory care
Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Pencil Bluff partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Pencil Bluff, ARNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.1%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
15.4%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
15.4%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.1%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.7%
18.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Pencil Bluff memory care
Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Pencil Bluff communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
7.7%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.8%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
30.8%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.4%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Pencil Bluff memory care
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Pencil Bluff offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Pencil Bluff, ARNational
Activity director
Activity director
30.8%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.8%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.8%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.5%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30.8%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.5%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.8%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.8%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.8%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30.8%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
30.8%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
30.8%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.7%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30.8%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
West Shores, Brookfield Hot Springs and Atrium at Serenity Pointe are the top-rated memory care facilities near Pencil Bluff, Arkansas. See full list of communities.
There are 16 memory care facilities near Pencil Bluff, Arkansas. See the full list.
The best memory care facility near you in Pencil Bluff, Arkansas is West Shores. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
The 16 memory care facilities near you in Pencil Bluff, Arkansas typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Pencil Bluff, Arkansas, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Pencil Bluff, Arkansas, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Pencil Bluff, Arkansas ranges from $1500 to $5500. The average Memory Care cost in Pencil Bluff, Arkansas is $3,465. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Pencil Bluff, Arkansas typically starts at $1500. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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