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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Oark, AR
The cost of independent living in Oark is about $3,851 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 42 options. Read 200 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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9.6
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23 reviews
My grandmother, [name removed] has been a resident for years. She loved her time here, the caring by staff and feeling of community. A special thanks to JR for driving and caring. [named removed] for her...
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.
Do more of what you loveLiving room or magical fort for the grandkids? It’s your choice. At our community, your apartment will have plenty of room to entertain. With several floorplans to choose from, you have access to both Independent Living and Assisted Living so you’ll have the...
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When I fell at Innisfree I could not use my pendant as the battery was dead. I had to butt Scot out of the bedroom all the way to my phone. I fell here and became of GPS I was able to speak to someone...
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.
The Gardens at Arkanshire Senior Living provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.Built on the sprawling and scenic Springdale Golf Course, The Gardens at Arkanshire Senior Living offers you convenience, comfort and lovely views to enjoy. You'll love coming home to a...
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9 reviews
My mom has been super happy at the Bungalows. She is able to keep her 2 dogs with her, she is more social than she has been in years, and she is well cared for and loved by the staff. As with everything,...
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.
The Bungalows at Springdale is a licensed Assisted Living Level I community that has proudly served seniors and those who love them for over a decade. We are ideally located near the Upscale Har-Ber Meadows neighborhood convenient to all that Springdale has to offer. Residents enjoy our tranquil...
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Brookstone was a great place for my dad he ended up at North Hills for a bit and they were fantastic! He died during his stay at NorthHills and they were just awesome after he passed, very 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.
Welcome to Brookstone, the first Assisted Living II community in Northwest Arkansas- serving the community for over 22 years!Brookstone is a company built on love that spans generations. Located in Fayetteville, Arkansas, we are dedicated to cultivating a community that invites you to live, love,...
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8.2
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8 reviews
I never saw the staff or the care provided. There are no meals provided. The cost went up every year or less. If you got lots a money and can do everything for yourself, then yes I would recommend this...
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.
Cedar Springs is Prairie Groves premier independent living community. Cedar Springs living means no yard work, no home repairs, and no worries over rising utility bills and property taxes. We are all-inclusive with no hidden fees.Cedar Springs is dedicated to offering seniors a beautiful,...
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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.
Senior Living in Fayetteville, ARYou may be asking, “where is the best place to retire in Arkansas?” We believe that question stops here. Find luxury senior living in Fayetteville AR at the Grand Village. Residents will find no shortage of experiences to enjoy. In fact, we boast a unique offering...
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56 reviews
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...
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 reviews
Friendly and efficient staff. Most residents are also friendly. Love the activity director and [name removed] (the driver). A good place to live. Meals are not the best could be improved.
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.
Peachtree Village of FarmingtonAt Peachtree Village of Farmington, an assisted living community located in the heart of Farmington, Arkansas, we take pride in offering a beautiful location with ample space and well-cared for grounds. We’re located right off I-540 for easy access for family and...
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9 reviews
My grandfather has had a wonderful experience at Heritage Inn Retirement Center.He is doing very well, he enjoys it a lot. The environment is very clean no concerns there at all. The staff is what makes the...
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.
Heritage Inn can offer you peace of mind and the chance to be part of a social community. You can choose from a studio, one, or two bedroom private apartment. The apartments are unfurnished allowing you to create your own personal living style with your favorite furnishings and possessions....
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6.8
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5 reviews
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...
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.
The Bungalows at Fayetteville is a Level II Phoenix Senior Living Community where 24 hour care meets a new world of possibilities. We provide assisted living services in apartment style settings. A trained staff of CNA's and LPN's are here 24 hour per day for medical assistance and activities of...
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We love it! It's an older place, but they are continually making updates and making things nicer. It's clean. If something spilled and our loved one let them know, they were right on it and got it all...
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.
Our mission is to provide quality senior living in a caring environment. Our mission statement is reflected in all Providence Assisted Living facilities. Residents are encouraged to maintain maximum independence while having access to professional, caring staff in a home-like environment.
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, 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...
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: 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.
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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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
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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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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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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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I have lived in this place for 8 years! I would bring my friends and family in any time!
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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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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 independent living in Oark, AR
The average cost of senior living in Oark is $3,851 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mountainburg, AR with an average of $2,590 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Oark, AR vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Oark, AR vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Oark
Recent reviews for independent living in Oark
Providence Assisted Living in Clarksville, AR
5.0
Grandpa is adjusting to this very family like atmosphere. I am very impressed with how well the facility is taken care of. Everyone there seems to genuinely care about the tenants living there. I am very happy with Herritage Inn.
The Bungalows at Fayetteville
4.3
What we really like about The Bungalows at Fayetteville is the friendliness of the staff and the strong focus of team work they have. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would definitely recommend this community to other families.
The Bungalows at Springdale
5.0
My mother was in a HORRIBLE PLACE, I was search frantically for a better place..when I recieved a return phone call about a opening..PRAYERS were answered.
Whole story is mom was in a facility which I was o.k. with, they has to move several people quickly when they had major water break. The ...
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Oark independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Oark independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Oark, 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 Oark 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 Oark 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
11.8%
19.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
17.6%
33.1%
No sugar
No sugar
14.7%
30.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
5.9%
32.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.9%
7.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Oark 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 Oark communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Oark, ARNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.7%
35.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.5%
42.1%
Room service
Room service
17.6%
35.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
2.9%
16.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Oark 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 Oark offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
26.5%
43.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.5%
27.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.6%
31.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
29.4%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
26.5%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
32.4%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
23.5%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
17.6%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.5%
40.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
26.5%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
20.6%
45.7%
Dances
Dances
17.6%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20.6%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
26.5%
45.6%
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Brookdale Russellville, The Gardens at Arkanshire Senior Living and The Bungalows at Springdale are the top-rated independent living facilities near Oark, Arkansas. See full list of communities.
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