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Assisted living costs in Natural Dam average about $4,620 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 40 communities in Natural Dam. Our detailed directory has 298 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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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, 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.
Country Assisted Living is located in Huntsville, AR and is a local owned and operated assist living facility. We pride ourselves in making the transition from home to our facility as easy and peaceful as it can be for our residents and their loved ones. Our residents have the freedom to furnish...
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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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My mother has been at Green Acres Easy Living for five months and our family is very pleased with the care and attention she has been given. [Removed] are always very positive and encouraging when we come...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Photo of The Gardens at Osage Terrace
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 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, 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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Cost of assisted living in Natural Dam, AR

The average cost of senior living in Natural Dam is $4,620 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bonanza, AR with an average of $3,382 per month.

Assisted living costs in Natural Dam, AR, vs. nearby cities

Natural Dam, AR
$4,620/mo
$4,400/mo

Assisted living costs in Natural Dam, AR, vs. state and national averages

Natural Dam, AR
$4,620/mo
U.S. national average
$4,703/mo

Assisted living costs in Natural Dam, AR, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,620/mo
$4,620/mo

Assisted living costs in Natural Dam, AR, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,723/mo
Studio
$5,100/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,876/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,026/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,497/mo

Senior living costs in Natural Dam 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: Natural Dam, AR
Column state: Arkansas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeNatural Dam, ARArkansasU.S.
Assisted Living$4,620/mo$4,268/mo$4,703/mo
Memory Care$4,620/mo$4,289/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living$3,240/mo$3,079/mo$4,160/mo
Assisted Living
Natural Dam, AR:$4,620/mo
Arkansas:$4,268/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Memory Care
Natural Dam, AR:$4,620/mo
Arkansas:$4,289/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
Independent Living
Natural Dam, AR:$3,240/mo
Arkansas:$3,079/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
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Assisted living costs in Natural Dam, AR, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Natural Dam 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.

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Assisted living cost trends in Natural Dam, AR

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Natural Dam 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Natural Dam, AR$4,610/mo$4,205/mo+9.6%
Arkansas$4,547/mo$4,289/mo+6.0%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Natural Dam, AR
2024 average cost:$4,610/mo
2023 average cost:$4,205/mo
Percent change:+9.6%
Arkansas
2024 average cost:$4,547/mo
2023 average cost:$4,289/mo
Percent change:+6.0%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Natural Dam, 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 Natural Dam.

What families are saying about assisted living in Natural Dam

Recent reviews for assisted living in Natural Dam

The Bungalows at Fayetteville

3.8
We like our room with its view of a hayfield behind us and our private patio. We are continually working with the food director to provide a quality diet. The size of the room was very important--larger than most other facilities.

Green Acres Easy Living in Rogers, AR

5.0
My mother loved it there . They really care about there Residents

The Meadows Assisted Living Community in Bentonville, AR

4.0
My parents have recently moved into this community and so far everything is going well for them. I really liked how smooth the transition went and how welcoming all of the staff where to them upon move in. My dad is limited on mobility so it helps that they have a wide open floor plan that ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Effective communication between families and staff. Several reviews mention the importance of clear and consistent communication between families and caregivers, such as at The Bungalows at Springdale and Countryside at Tahlequah Assisted Living, where regular updates and responses to concerns were appreciated.
Well-trained and caring staff members. Many reviews praise the friendly and compassionate attitudes of the staff, like at Brookstone Assisted Living and Brookdale Fort Smith, where residents and families expressed gratitude for the kindness and patience of caregivers.
Clean and upgraded living spaces. Reviews consistently highlight the importance of clean and well-maintained environments, with examples at The Bungalows at Fayetteville and Village on the Park Bentonville, where residents complimented the attention to detail in both rooms and common areas.
Flexible and accommodating to resident needs. Reviews from Brookstone Assisted Living and The Bungalows at Fayetteville show that some communities adapt to individual preferences and circumstances, making adjustments for residents' comfort and well-being.
Engaging activities and social opportunities. Residents at Brookdale Fort Smith and Brookfield Fort Smith enjoy various activities and social events, fostering a sense of community among residents and helping to keep them active and engaged.
Nutritious and satisfying meals. A key feature mentioned in multiple reviews is the quality of the meals and their ability to meet dietary requirements and preferences, as seen at Brookdale Fort Smith and Pinnacle Groves.
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Natural Dam review score based on 137 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 137 reviews of 31 Natural Dam assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Natural Dam 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

Natural Dam review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Natural Dam, AR31 facilities
8.2
Cedarville, AR33 facilities
8.2
Rudy, AR32 facilities

Review subcategories for Natural Dam 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 137 reviews of 31 Natural Dam assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Natural Dam 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.
Natural Dam, AR averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
4.2
4.2
Care services
3.8
3.8
Staff
4.1
4.0
Meals & dining
3.8
3.7
Activities
3.8
3.7
Value for cost*
3.8
3.7
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Natural Dam assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Natural Dam assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Natural Dam, 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 Natural Dam 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 Natural Dam that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Natural Dam, ARNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
35.5%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
25.8%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90.3%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
93.5%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
41.9%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
16.1%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.5%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
41.9%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
35.5%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Natural Dam 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 Natural Dam Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Natural Dam, ARNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
51.6%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
29%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
51.6%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.9%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Natural Dam 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 Natural Dam partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Natural Dam, ARNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
35.5%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
38.7%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
35.5%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.6%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Natural Dam 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 Natural Dam communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Natural Dam, ARNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
19.4%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.9%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
29%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.5%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Natural Dam 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 Natural Dam offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Natural Dam, ARNational
Activity director
Activity director
45.2%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.3%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.5%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.4%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.4%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.6%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
51.6%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.9%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
45.2%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.4%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
41.9%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
35.5%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.6%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.2%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Natural Dam

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

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