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The cost of independent living in Balch is about $1,616 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 27 options. Read 72 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Photo of Holiday South Wind Heights
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I would recommend Holiday South Wind to other families based on the experience I have had so far. I enjoy the atmosphere of the community the most.
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
South Wind Heights provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Situated in Arkansas' rice country, you'll love the charm and serenity that South Wind Heights has to offer. Residents also appreciate the convenience of being close to all the things that make life...
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I think I would tell them for sure. On a short term stay like my mom who was doing respite care it was a good place. I picked it because a place for Mom suggested it, and they had an opening.
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.
Sunshine ManorNestled in the heart of the northeastern corner of Arkansas, Paragould provides residents of Sunshine Manor with small town charm combined with urban amenities and abundant natural beauty. Paragould offers significant historic ambiance as long term landmarks have been restored...
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77 Floor plans available
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What we like the most about The Bungalows is knowing she was safe and that she liked living there. Based on the experience we have had with this community, we would recommend them to others
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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We chose this facility because of the price and availability at the time we were in need. So far we are satisfied with their friendliness and efforts to make their residents comfortable and active.
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.
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Photo of Providence Assisted Living of Searcy
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We're very pleased with them. I would tell others you'll be pleased with the care your loved one receives. The staff have been very attentive and keep me informed. The facility is very clean, although a...
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.
We have 6 facilities in Mississippi and Arkansas. Providence properties are all designed to help residents retain a dignified and independent lifestyle in their golden years. We are dedicated to providing affordable assisted living facilities in a secure home-like environment by a staff of...
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My parents just moved in to Harding Place but 'so far, so good'. The apartment was completely renovated and looks brand new. The staff could not be any more helpful and the residents are so friendly!
Provides: Independent Living
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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 Harding Place Retirement Community, exceptional retirement living where residents retire from work, not life. Located within an easy drive of Little Rock near the foothills of the Ozarks. Harding Place is designed to offer a lifestyle that promotes and maintains your independence and...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Christopher Homes are located at 900 Carver N. St. Augusta, Arkansas 72006. The contact number is 870-347-2388. A ministry of the Diocese of Little Rock, Christopher Homes provides low-income housing to mobility impaired individuals and senior citizen's 62 years or older. This senior living...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Overview The Christopher Homes of Wynne are located in Wynne, Arkansas. These apartment complexes have been built for low income senior citizens. The housing management staff of the Christopher Homes of Wynne make every effort to ensure senior residents have the opportunity to enjoy living their...
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Provides: Independent Living
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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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The pricing is based on her income but I don't really knwo anything more about the financial aspect of it, I don't know what they're providing care wise but my mother has no complaints, she likes it there...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Christopher Homes of Jonesboro is located in the heart of Jonesboro, Craighead County, AR. As the fifth largest city in the state, this large metropolitan is attractive to business owners looking for a place to call their own. It boasts a favorable climate, central location, advantageous tax...
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Photo of Plantation Homes of Poinsett County, Inc.
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 Christopher Homes of Parkin
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Christopher Homes of Parkin are located in Parkin, Cross County, Arkansas. These apartment homes are made perfectly for ages 55 and older who adore country living with charm. The River Parkin is also conveniently located nearby for great fishing in the afternoons. Grab your fishing poles and your...
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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 Wildewood Independent Living
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Photo of Walnut Ridge Manor Apartments
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Photo of Shenandoah East
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.
Photo of River Oaks Village Assisted Living
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.
Photo of Christopher Homes of Searcy
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Christopher Homes of Searcy located in Searcy, White County, Arkansas are apartment living nestled in an adorable little community. Searcy Arkansas is full of historic scenery for senior citizens who adore these types of architecture and antiquity in their quaint little home town. Searcy is a...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Christopher Homes of Brinkley is an assisted living facility located in the beautiful Brinkley, Arkansas. Our team of highly trained specialists are driven by the need to make every one of our patients feel as much at home as they possibly can. At Christopher Homes of Brinkley, we make it a point...
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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.
The Chateau on the Ridge assisted living community is located in beautiful Paragould, AR. This area is known for its small town charm and great amenities. There are several places to shop and eat around the Paragould area. For the nature lovers out there, Paragould, AR has a number of hiking...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Situated in the quiet town of Monette, Craighead County, AR, Christopher Homes offers a safe, comfortable apartment for income qualified seniors. There is no question that many locations in Arkansas still embody the spirit of the 'Old South' and Monette is no exception. Wilderness abounds,...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Christopher Homes of Paragould are located in the friendly city of Paragould, Arkansas. Paragould is a small city located just 88 miles from Memphis, Tennessee. Christopher Homes of Paragould offer affordable housing options for aging seniors. Families with aging loved ones can be confident that...

Cost of independent living in Balch, AR

The average cost of senior living in Balch is $1,616 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Beedeville, AR with an average of $1,420 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Balch, AR vs. nearby cities

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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Balch, AR vs. the state and national average

Balch, AR
$1,616/mo
U.S. national average
$4,033/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Balch vs. other types of senior living

$3,448/mo
Independent Living
$1,616/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Balch, AR by room type

Semi-Private
$3,562/mo
Studio
$2,976/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,061/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,477/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Balch over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Balch

Recent reviews for independent living in Balch

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.

Providence Assisted Living of Searcy

4.0
My mother is happy here. My mother is in the memory care unit and they don't have many activities on that side, they seem to do more activities on the assisted living side. The staff are good with my loved one.

Harding Place Retirement Community in Searcy, AR

5.0
Harding Place Retirement Community is reasonably priced compared to other facilities. The y work hard to meet your needs, and is willing to do whatever they can to make sure my parents are satisfied and have everything they need. We are very happy - five stars across the board!

Balch independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Balch independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Balch, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Balch independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Balch 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
8.7%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
8.7%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
4.3%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
4.3%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Balch independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Balch communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
8.7%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
8.7%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
4.3%
36.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Balch independent 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 independent living communities in Balch offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
26.1%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
4.3%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
8.7%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
26.1%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
21.7%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
26.1%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
17.4%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
8.7%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
13%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
17.4%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
17.4%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
8.7%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
8.7%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
17.4%
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There are 27 independent living facilities near Balch, Arkansas. See the full list.

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