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The average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Arkansas is $4,926, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data. This can serve as a helpful benchmark for what families in the Mc Donald area can expect to pay. Pricing may vary based on the community’s location, your loved one’s care needs, and any additional services or amenities.

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Photo of Riverdale Assisted Living
5 star
26%
4 star
48%
3 star
13%
2 star
4%
1 star
9%
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Staff is very attentive to needs of those that live there. The food is wonderful my loved one never complains about it at all! It smells clean every time I am there. Everyone there is caring and...
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.
Riverdale Assisted Living located in Memphis, Shelby County, Tennessee provides seniors with the opportunity to become a part of a caring community. This community offers residents and their guests much to do and see. Memphis is a busy city with plenty to do. Guests of our residents will enjoy...
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5 star
75%
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Our dear mother bought in/ moved into the Village 5+ years ago, and has enjoyed it very much. The staff, service, friends, activities, and food, etc. have been excellent and we've had no problems. She is...
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.
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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.
Photo of Cordova
5 star
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0%
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My Mom passed away on 30 August 2019, but I can say her stay at Shelby Gardens though short was very nice. The staff were very helpful and nice. Though limited by her health she enjoyed her stay. I know my...
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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Provides: Memory Care
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.
The Arbors at South Breeze is an Alzheimer's memory care community located in Memphis, Tennessee in Shelby county. Southern charm is abundant in the outskirts of Memphis where the Arbors at South Breeze is located. It can be found in Germantown Station Park, just a block away from the community,...
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Cost of assisted living in Mc Donald, AR

The average cost of senior living in Arkansas is $4,926 per month as compared to $5,830 in the United States.

Senior living costs in Arkansas vs. 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 state: Arkansas
Column national: U.S.
Column costDifference: Cost difference
Community typeArkansasU.S.Cost difference
Assisted Living$4,926/mo$5,830/mo15.5% below national median
Memory Care$6,266/mo$6,999/mo10.5% below national median
Independent Living$3,045/mo$3,520/mo13.5% below national median
Assisted Living
Arkansas:$4,926/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Cost difference:15.5% below national median
Memory Care
Arkansas:$6,266/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Cost difference:10.5% below national median
Independent Living
Arkansas:$3,045/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Cost difference:13.5% below national median
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Mc Donald, AR

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What families are saying about assisted living in Mc Donald

Recent reviews for assisted living in Mc Donald

The Bungalows at Jonesboro

4.6
The Bungalows is very clean and caring assisted living facility. They provide good meals and plenty of activities for their residents. They'll take the residents to the movies, out to eat and shopping. The rooms are large with patios. The staff is friendly and watchful.

Cordova

5.0
Shelby Gardens might not be the newest, fanciest assisted living facility, but it does have the best staff. In fact, they just won a bunch of awards! The staff really care for my mom and look out for her best interests - and she’s not always the easiest to get along with. Shelby Gardens has ...
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The Village at Germantown a CCRC

4.8
I was happy with the care that my husband received here at this community. It is very clean and taken care of. The staff was very attentive and friendly. He was pleased with the variety of meals. They did offer activities for him to participate. I would highly recommend the care and value here ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and Responsive Staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities. For example, at Pointe At Kirby Gate, the director's availability and helpfulness have been appreciated by families. At Shelby Garden Place, the staff's friendliness and approachability create a welcomin ...
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Individualized Care Plans. Several reviews highlight the importance of personalized care plans and accommodations for residents. Families at Brookdale Germantown mention the attention given to their loved one's specific needs in creating a plan. At Royal Retreat Assisted Living, the staff works with each resident to e ...
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Secure and Safe Environment. The security and safety of residents is a concern for many families. At The Goldton at Southaven, the facility's safety features and the staff's diligence in addressing concerns have provided peace of mind. At Belmont Village Memphis, the secure memory care unit offers added security for tho ...
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Flexible Meal Options. Flexible meal plans and accommodations for dietary needs are important considerations for families. At Pointe At Kirby Gate, residents can choose their meal times, and at StoryPoint Cordova, the staff goes above and beyond to cater to individual preferences and restrictions.
Engaging Social Activities. Engaging social activities provide opportunities for residents to stay active and connected. At American House Bartlett, residents enjoy a wide range of activities, from crafts to outings. At The Goldton at Southaven, the community offers daily activities tailored to residents' interests.
Clear Communication and Transparency. Clear communication between families and staff is essential for ensuring peace of mind. At StoryPoint Germantown, the community's openness about their policies and procedures has been appreciated by some families. At The Bungalows at Jonesboro, regular updates on residents' well-being help k ...
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Mc Donald review score based on 312 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 312 reviews of 55 Mc Donald assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Mc Donald 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

Mc Donald review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Mc Donald, AR55 facilities
8.2
Parkin, AR65 facilities
8.2
Earle, AR70 facilities

Review subcategories for Mc Donald 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 312 reviews of 55 Mc Donald assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Mc Donald 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.
Mc Donald, AR averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.6
3.6
Friendliness
3.7
3.6
Care services
3.4
3.3
Staff
3.6
3.5
Meals & dining
3.4
3.2
Activities
3.3
3.2
Value for cost*
3.4
3.3
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Mc Donald assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mc Donald assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mc Donald, 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 Mc Donald 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 Mc Donald that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Mc Donald, ARNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
56.4%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
43.6%
34.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90.9%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
60%
57.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.3%
30.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
89.1%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
49.1%
47.8%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
54.5%
52.9%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Mc Donald 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 Mc Donald Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Mc Donald, ARNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
54.5%
51.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
36.4%
33.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
45.5%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.5%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Mc Donald 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 Mc Donald partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mc Donald, ARNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
32.7%
27.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.5%
41.8%
No sugar
No sugar
43.6%
38.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
45.5%
37.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.4%
18.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Mc Donald 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 Mc Donald communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mc Donald, ARNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30.9%
32.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.8%
43.2%
Room service
Room service
32.7%
37.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.1%
18.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mc Donald 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 Mc Donald offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mc Donald, ARNational
Activity director
Activity director
45.5%
47.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.7%
31.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.1%
31.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60%
50.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
52.7%
50.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.5%
53%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.3%
42.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.8%
36.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36.4%
38.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.5%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
47.3%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
36.4%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.8%
25.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43.6%
46.8%
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State regulations for assisted living in Mc Donald

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 Mc Donald protect seniors.
Learn about Arkansas assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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Shelby Garden Place, StoryPoint Germantown and Great Southern Senior Living are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Mc Donald, Arkansas. See full list of communities.
There are 60 assisted living facilities near Mc Donald, Arkansas. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Mc Donald, Arkansas are StoryPoint Germantown and The Summit of Germantown. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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