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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Bear Creek, AR

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Assisted living costs in Bear Creek average about $3,518 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 13 communities in Bear Creek. Our detailed directory has 183 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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I rate Brookdale Russellville a 5, on all aspects. The people, all of them, were the friendliest, most helpful, most supportive in every way. They were willing to make any accommodation possible, to be sure...
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.
Do more of what you loveLiving room or magical fort for the grandkids?  It’s your choice. At our community, your apartment will have plenty of room to entertain. With several floorplans to choose from, you have access to both Independent Living and Assisted Living so you’ll have the...
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There was a 10% raise in rent in March. The food could be better. And the choices could be something more. The activities are more for the women than men. But they have probably 10 % men residents.
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.
Lease by October 29 and get $1,000 off your rent for the first three months. THAT’S A SAVINGS OF $3,000!*We are continuing to admit new Residents, where possible and appropriate, to help residents and families in need. We will do all we can to help those who are in need of our services now and...
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PT was good for my body. Stroke in Jan. Right side of body was weak. PT strengthened my left knee and arm. My right knee some better. Rec Center is great place if you need therapy.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes, Senior Apartments
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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.
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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My grandfather has had a wonderful experience at Heritage Inn Retirement Center.He is doing very well, he enjoys it a lot. The environment is very clean no concerns there at all. The staff is what makes the...
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.
Heritage Inn can offer you peace of mind and the chance to be part of a social community. You can choose from a studio, one, or two bedroom private apartment. The apartments are unfurnished allowing you to create your own personal living style with your favorite furnishings and possessions....
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Welcome to the good life! Indian Rock Village is a full service Continuing Care Retirement Center that offers a variety of services to individuals needing independent living, assisted living and skilled nursing care. This type of complex makes it easier for residents to move from one stage of...
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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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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.
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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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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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.
You will find a wide range of living accommodations at Southridge. You may choose from several floor plans. Each unit comes unfurnished, allowing you to surround yourself with your own personal belongings, which truly gives you that sense of home. All our apartments come supplied with a...

Cost of assisted living in Bear Creek, AR

The average cost of senior living in Bear Creek is $3,518 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include St. Joe, AR with an average of $3,051 per month.

Assisted living costs in Bear Creek, AR, vs. nearby cities

Bear Creek, AR
$3,518/mo
$3,316/mo
$3,574/mo

Assisted living costs in Bear Creek, AR, vs. state and national averages

Bear Creek, AR
$3,518/mo
U.S. national average
$4,698/mo

Assisted living costs in Bear Creek, AR, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,518/mo
$3,518/mo

Assisted living costs in Bear Creek, AR, by floor plan type

Studio
$3,499/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,300/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,542/mo

Senior living costs in Bear Creek vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Bear Creek, AR
Column state: Arkansas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBear Creek, ARArkansasU.S.
Assisted Living$3,518/mo$4,268/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$3,518/mo$4,289/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living$3,518/mo$3,079/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Bear Creek, AR:$3,518/mo
Arkansas:$4,268/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Bear Creek, AR:$3,518/mo
Arkansas:$4,289/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Bear Creek, AR:$3,518/mo
Arkansas:$3,079/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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Assisted living costs in Bear Creek, AR, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Bear Creek and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Bear Creek, ARAR stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Bear Creek, AR

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Bear Creek have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Bear Creek, AR$4,260/mo$4,001/mo+6.5%
Arkansas$4,289/mo$4,001/mo+7.2%
National$5,129/mo$4,834/mo+6.1%
Bear Creek, AR
2024 average cost:$4,260/mo
2023 average cost:$4,001/mo
Percent change:+6.5%
Arkansas
2024 average cost:$4,289/mo
2023 average cost:$4,001/mo
Percent change:+7.2%
National
2024 average cost:$5,129/mo
2023 average cost:$4,834/mo
Percent change:+6.1%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Bear Creek, AR

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Bear Creek.

What families are saying about assisted living in Bear Creek

Recent reviews for assisted living in Bear Creek

Providence Assisted Living in Clarksville, AR

5.0
Grandpa is adjusting to this very family like atmosphere. I am very impressed with how well the facility is taken care of. Everyone there seems to genuinely care about the tenants living there. I am very happy with Herritage Inn.

Good Samaritan Society Mountain Home

4.8
I am so glad my friend has a safe and clean place to live. The activities are wonderful for everyone. The staff appear to have the best interest to every resident.

Southern Meadows Senior Living in Mountain Home, AR

4.0
I did have a bad experience with, Southern Meadows, but I have to say that it scored high on these section questions that you have ask about, here! If your family member is wanting to leave the facility, and they even open a door to look out, they were at the time my Sister was there, that ...
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Bear Creek assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bear Creek assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bear Creek, 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 Bear Creek assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Bear Creek 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
36.4%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
27.3%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
45.5%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.3%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
36.4%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
45.5%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Bear Creek assisted living

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 Bear Creek Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Bear Creek, ARNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
27.3%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
9.1%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
18.2%
41.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Bear Creek assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Bear Creek partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.2%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.3%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
27.3%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.3%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.1%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Bear Creek assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Bear Creek communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bear Creek, ARNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
9.1%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.4%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
36.4%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.1%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bear Creek assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Bear Creek offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
27.3%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.3%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.3%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.5%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
27.3%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.5%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.4%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.3%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.3%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36.4%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
18.2%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
27.3%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
36.4%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.4%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Bear Creek

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Arkansas assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Bear Creek protect seniors.
Learn about Arkansas assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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