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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Chester, AR
Assisted living costs in Chester average about $4,184 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 43 communities in Chester. Our detailed directory has 217 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.
As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Ozark, Mulberry and Prairie Grove.
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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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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.
We’re more than an assisted living facility. Our conveniences and services are designed to provide near-total independent living in a comfortable retirement setting. You don’t have to give up the enjoyment of life just because you’re getting older. Our services and features can help you maintain...
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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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It is a very clean, nice community. The room floor plans are the same, they could be bigger. It is a good size for one person. My mother in law has made a lot of friends. Staff is very responsive. The food...
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.
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My loved one is staying here until a cottage opens up at one of the two facilities she is on the wait list for. Overall the experience has been pretty good. She is in a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment that...
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, 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.
Go Ye Village first opened its doors in 1977. With nearly 40 years of service to Seniors the Village has become the premier Senior Living Community in Northeast Oklahoma. Just recently in 2015 we received accreditation with the BBB. We have also been selected as Tahlequah's best retirement...
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Cost of assisted living in Chester, AR
The average cost of senior living in Chester is $4,184 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Altus, AR with an average of $3,597 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Chester, AR vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Chester, AR vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Chester vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Chester, AR by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Chester over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Chester, AR
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What families are saying about assisted living in Chester
Recent reviews for assisted living in Chester
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.
Village on the Park Bentonville
4.6
The community is a little pricey but in comparison to where our loved one was previous it is working out better because she has a good nursing staff that is on deck. The meals were good up until about this point and now they have ran out of some essential items and we aren't sure why. Even ...
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Village on the Park Rogers
4.5
We chose Village on the park because it looked like a newer, cleaner facility that was more professional. We were also in a crunch for time and they had availability when we needed it. The staff members here were ok with communication. Overall, I would recommend them to others looking.
Chester review score based on 90 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 90 reviews of 34 Chester assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Chester review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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
Chester review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Chester assisted living
When assisted living 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 90 reviews of 34 Chester assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Chester resident and family assisted living 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.Chester, AR averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.5
Friendliness
4.4
4.6
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.5
Meals & dining
3.8
4.1
Activities
3.9
4.1
Value for cost*
3.9
4.1
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Chester assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Chester assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Chester, 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 Chester 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 Chester 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
29.4%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
23.5%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.1%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
41.2%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
17.6%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
38.2%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
35.3%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Chester 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 Chester Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
44.1%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
23.5%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
44.1%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.8%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Chester 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 Chester partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Chester, ARNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
32.4%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.3%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
32.4%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
17.6%
35.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.8%
14%
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Availability of select dining options in Chester 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 Chester communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Chester, ARNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
17.6%
30.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.2%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
26.5%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5.9%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Chester 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 Chester offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
38.2%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.5%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.4%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.1%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.1%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.1%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.3%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.2%
37.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.1%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
38.2%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
29.4%
29.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20.6%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.2%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Chester
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Arkansas assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Chester protect seniors.
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Peachtree Village of Fort Smith, Brookdale Fort Smith and Magnolia Place Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Chester, Arkansas. See full list of communities.
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