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The cost of independent living in Dayton is about $2,970 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 15 options. Read 93 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.

As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Fort Smith, Van Buren and Greenwood.

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Photo of Brookdale Fort Smith
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33 Floor plans available
9.3
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20 reviews
9.3
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20 reviews
5 star
70%
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5%
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Overall, I am pleased with this facility and would recommend it. The staff are friendly and try really hard. Given the nature of the situations with which they deal, it is just difficult. There have been...
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.
Maybe it’s time to let someone else do the dishes.Whether you’re looking for independent living, assisted living or memory care, our senior living community has care options to meet your changing needs. When it comes to chores, less is more—more time for you to do what you want to do and here...
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66 Photos available
8.5
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4 reviews
8.5
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4 reviews
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My loved one is currently a resident at Brookfield Fort Smith. Her experience at this facility has been great so far. She's had no complaints. The cleanliness and friendliness are great. The staff, care...
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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Photo of Morada Fort Smith
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8.0
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57 reviews
8.0
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57 reviews
5 star
48%
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25%
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16%
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My mom has really enjoyed her time. In my experience the facility/staff of Morada Fort Smith are the glue that keeps everything together adding to such an excellent experience for residents and their...
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.
Morada Fort Smith provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.Located on beautiful grounds within scenic Fort Smith, we're a quiet community in the River Valley. While you'll enjoy the peacefulness of our facility, we're also conveniently close to shopping, healthcare,...
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9.5
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Peachtree is beautiful. Staff is so happy and lovable with the residents. It is very clean and well taken care of. The food is good and my family members is very well taken care of. My visit went very well....
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.
Enjoy 3 meals a day served restrauant style in our dining room. Planned activities and scheduled transportation. We can assisted with bathing, dressing and medication. We have spacious studio, 1 bedroom and 2 bedroom apartments. We let you bring your furnishings so if feels like home.
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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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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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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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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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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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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
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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
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.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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: 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.

Cost of independent living in Dayton, AR

The average cost of senior living in Dayton is $2,970 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Waldron, AR with an average of $1,500 per month.

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

Dayton, AR
$2,970/mo
$2,970/mo

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

Dayton, AR
$2,970/mo
U.S. national average
$4,149/mo

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

$3,848/mo
Independent Living
$2,970/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,500/mo
Studio
$3,458/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,077/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,109/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Dayton over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Dayton

Recent reviews for independent living in Dayton

Peachtree Village of Fort Smith

4.8
I enjoy living at Peachtree Village. I am very happy with all of the staff. The staff treats me great and I pray for them daily.

Morada Fort Smith

5.0
Price and cleanliness are good, food is good, activities great. Nice people, not all of them, but most. We need some kind of amusement on Saturday and Sunday. It's so boring here when the activity room is locked up. If it was open we could at least play games or yoga exercise.

Brookdale Fort Smith

4.4
My mother is very happy at Brookdale. She is having the best time and enjoys the food. Any concerns we have had have addressed and resolved. As the saying goes “ If mama ain’t happy ain’t nobody happy” well mine is Happy!

Dayton independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dayton independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dayton, 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 Dayton 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 Dayton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dayton, ARNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
7.1%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
21.4%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
28.6%
30.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.1%
8.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Dayton 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 Dayton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dayton, ARNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
7.1%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.6%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
21.4%
36.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dayton 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 Dayton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dayton, ARNational
Activity director
Activity director
14.3%
44.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.3%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
21.4%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.6%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
28.6%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
21.4%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.6%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
21.4%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
21.4%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.1%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
21.4%
45.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Peachtree Village of Fort Smith, Brookdale Fort Smith and Brookfield Fort Smith are the top-rated independent living facilities near Dayton, Arkansas. See full list of communities.

There are 15 independent living facilities near Dayton, Arkansas. See the full list.

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