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Assisted living costs in Shippen average about $4,242 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 73 communities in Shippen. Our detailed directory has 1195 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.
Metro Community Care Homes Assisted living is good living at Metro Care Homes in Memphis Tennessee. We are conveniently located in the heart of bustling Memphis where the best in dining, shopping and culture can be shared by you and your friends and family. Our beautiful grounds offer ample...
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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.
Wesley Highland Place Is a small assisted living facility. Each room opens up to the common area where the residents receive their meals and socialize. The facility has a home like atmosphere making it a warm and inviting place to live. Wesley Highland Place offers an intimate community with...
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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.
Photo of Golden Years Care Home
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
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.
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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.
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So far it has worked out very well. They take good care of my mother. The Loving Hearts Care Home is a nice place. I would definitely recommend this community. It's really clean. The atmosphere is nice....
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
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.
Veterans are welcome.Special Veteran's care activities weekly.
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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.
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We decided to relocate my brother here from another community in the area and so far things are going well. The staff is very friendly and attentive. The community and housekeeping is kept up. My brother...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Located in the heart of bustling Memphis, Shelby County, Tennessee, Legacy Assisted Living & Memory Care at Lenox Park is conveniently located to you and your family. We are easy to access and provide ample parking. Our central location makes it possible for active seniors to remain engaged...
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Mother moved in a little over a week ago and so far we have been pleased. The food is very good and the companions (attendants) are very caring. A little more communication from the management would be...
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.
Canterbury PlaceCanterbury Place is a great assisted living community available to seniors in Dyersburg, TN. This assisted living community is beautiful and caring, and it is located in a great city. Dyersburg offers many parks and recreation centers that are great places to visit and to spend...
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Photo of Maple Ridge Manor
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 The Arbors at South Breeze
Provides: Memory Care
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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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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
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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.
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...
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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Affordable Senior Care is working really well. We are really pleased with the staff and everything that's going on. The nurse checks her. They are giving her baths. The food looks real good. The staff is...
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.
Affordable Senior Care is an assisted living and memory care community that hosts senior residents in the city of Southaven, DeSoto County, Mississippi. There are many artistic structures ideal for a perfect visit during an afternoon stroll in the city. This region has excellent weather...
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We are very pleased with our experience with The Farms at Bailey Station. I trust the staff with my loved one and this is a big plus for me. I would recommend you book a tour and check to make sure this is...
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.
Photo of Magnolia Manor of Piggott
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: 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.

Cost of assisted living in Shippen, AR

The average cost of senior living in Shippen is $4,242 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Gilmore, AR with an average of $1,050 per month.

Assisted living costs in Shippen, AR, vs. nearby cities

Shippen, AR
$4,242/mo
$4,287/mo
$3,932/mo

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

Shippen, AR
$4,242/mo
U.S. national average
$4,740/mo

Assisted living costs in Shippen, AR, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,242/mo
$4,611/mo

Assisted living costs in Shippen, AR, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,612/mo
Private
$5,000/mo
Studio
$5,373/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,046/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,626/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,546/mo

Senior living costs in Shippen 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: Shippen, AR
Column state: Arkansas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeShippen, ARArkansasU.S.
Assisted Living$4,242/mo$4,268/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$4,611/mo$4,289/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living$2,035/mo$3,079/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Shippen, AR:$4,242/mo
Arkansas:$4,268/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Shippen, AR:$4,611/mo
Arkansas:$4,289/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Shippen, AR:$2,035/mo
Arkansas:$3,079/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Shippen, AR

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What families are saying about assisted living in Shippen

Recent reviews for assisted living in Shippen

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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Brookdale Dogwood Creek in Germantown, TN

4.4
I live out of state, but my sister and brother both live in Memphis and visit our mom frequently. There have been several issues that have come up, but they have now been resolved. I am pleased that my mom has gained weight and talks much clearer when I am on the phone with her.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Compassionate and caring staff. Several reviews express appreciation for the kind and compassionate nature of the staff at different senior living communities. At Shelby Garden Place, the professionalism of the staff is highlighted, with one resident's family mentioning the respect and kindness they have received. Reviews fo ...
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Variety of activities based on residents' interests. Several communities offer a range of activities tailored to residents' interests. For example, at Ciel Senior Living of Collierville, activities include weekly outings, sing-alongs, and gardening classes. At Royal Retreat Assisted Living, residents enjoy games, arts and crafts, and religious ...
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Thorough and consistent communication between families and staff. Residents and their families value clear and frequent communication from staff. At StoryPoint Cordova, for example, the staff keeps families informed about their loved ones' activities and care. At Germantown Plantation, the director's consistent approach to care and communication is mention ...
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Individually catered meals and dining experiences. Quality food and accommodating dining experiences stand out as important factors in residents' overall satisfaction. At The Bungalows at Jonesboro, the chef accommodates dietary restrictions, and at Village at Primacy Place, residents enjoy meals in a clean and spacious dining room. Some com ...
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Properly maintained interior spaces and grounds. Cleanliness and upkeep are crucial elements of a good living environment. At Belmont Village Memphis, the in-house therapy is considered a must to help residents become stronger and more independent. The facility itself is landscaped nicely, with a pond and fountain and flowers and trees. Howe ...
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Friendly and approachable staff. A warm and welcoming atmosphere is essential for residents' emotional well-being. At American House Bartlett, the staff forms special bonds with residents, and at Ciel Senior Living of Collierville, the approachable nature of the staff is noted as a positive attribute. The interaction with s ...
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Shippen review score based on 314 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 314 reviews of 68 Shippen assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Shippen 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

Shippen review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Shippen, AR68 facilities
8.3
Keiser, AR75 facilities
8.4
Victoria, AR60 facilities

Review subcategories for Shippen 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 314 reviews of 68 Shippen assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Shippen 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.
Shippen, AR averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.2
Care services
3.8
3.8
Staff
4.0
4.0
Meals & dining
3.7
3.7
Activities
3.7
3.7
Value for cost*
3.8
3.7
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Shippen assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shippen assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shippen, 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 Shippen 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 Shippen that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Shippen, ARNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
55.9%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
41.2%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.6%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
60.3%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.5%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
91.2%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
52.9%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
51.5%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Shippen 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 Shippen Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shippen, ARNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
51.5%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
32.4%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
39.7%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
13.2%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shippen 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 Shippen partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shippen, ARNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
29.4%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
47.1%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
42.6%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
45.6%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.8%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Shippen 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 Shippen communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shippen, ARNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.1%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.6%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
30.9%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.8%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shippen 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 Shippen offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shippen, ARNational
Activity director
Activity director
45.6%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.4%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.1%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.8%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.4%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.4%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48.5%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.2%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.3%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47.1%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
48.5%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
30.9%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.1%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.6%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Shippen

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

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StoryPoint Germantown, Great Southern Senior Living and The Summit of Germantown are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Shippen, Arkansas. See full list of communities.
There are 73 assisted living facilities near Shippen, Arkansas. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Shippen, Arkansas are StoryPoint Germantown and StoryPoint Cordova. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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