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The cost of independent living in Whittington is about $3,472 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 81 options. Read 1011 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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This is a nice community to live in if the resident can keep themselves occupied. There is a patio in the back and great scenery. There is help if you need help but for more independent living . Its just...
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.
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I would encourage you to check out the community and see if it is the right for you or your loved one. The community has no smell to it. There are lots of food options for the residents to choose...
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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.
Stonehaven Assisted Living in a Level II community located in Central Arkansas tucked into a beautiful wooded area filled with nature’s beauty and wildlife for residents to enjoy. We provide our residents with the independence they need in a caring, relaxing, and comforting home environment. Our...
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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.
Ridgemere Senior Living is located in Conway, Ar and is proud to offer a variety of senior living options for active seniors who are looking for “All of the Fun and none of the Chores!” Our top of the line amenities create a rich and reward social culture. Ridgemere offers a perfect blend of...
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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.
At Lakewood House, style and accessibility are our trademarks. We've combined cool retro stylings with modern amenities to create a unique condominium / apartment lifestyle. Best of all, we're just minutes away from shopping, entertainment, and dining. If you are looking for style and...
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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.
Welcome to Village Park of Conway. We are Central Arkansas’ premier retirement and assisted living community, nestled in beautiful historic downtown Conway. What We DoWe offer personalized assistance and compassionate care for adults and seniors who may no longer be able to live on their own,...
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It was nice to be able to come into a clean and well-maintained apartment. I really like how quiet and peaceful this community is. They have police who patrol though and they leave us flyers to let us know...
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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.
People are talking about The Courtyard Cottages. If you are 55 years of age or older and are looking for a new home, come by and see what we have to offer. Courtyard Cottages has one bedroom and two bedroom units each with fully equipped kitchen, carpet and two full baths in the two bedroom...
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We would rate the activities higher if it was allowed. I wish my parents could have stayed there for a lot longer than they did. My mom progressive declined and had a stroke and is now in a skilled nursing...
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.
Welcome to Fox Ridge; a community where luxury, compassion and affordability unite to create retirement living unlike any other.  We understand that selecting the right community can be difficult and an emotional experience for seniors and their families.  That is why we are...
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My husband and I chose this community because it's still close to our friends and family. It is wonderful, the staff are responsive and friendly. They keep it clean and smelling good. The people are easy to...
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.
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My Mom stayed in Abundant Life. They were very kind and family like. She loved the TLC that they showed her. Their care was superb and very appreciated
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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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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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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 Garland County, Arkansas, Christopher Homes of Hot Springs, are senior apartments providing an affordable living to 62 years plus residents and those who have physical disabilities particularly immobility cases. The apartments provide a modern type of living to the residents being...
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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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Great location, convenient to church next door. Friendly, helpful, caring staff. Great view of the mountains. Need more residents because some have died or left.
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
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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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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.
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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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My name is [name removed] and I have lived at the Villas since November. There is no other place like this in town, I’ve looked. The developers, [names removed], have created an outstanding community here in...
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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.
The Villas of Chenal is Little Rock's premier leasing community, featuring 97 single-level homes located in the renowned Chenal Valley area. The onsite clubhouse is equipped with an exercise room, swimming pool, wet bar kitchen, big screen tvs, card room, wifi and more. Residents also enjoy...
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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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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: 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.
Woodbend Apartments is a complex of 104 Section 8 senior housing units located in Maumelle, Arkansas. The community is available to those seeking one-, two-, and three-bedroom units that are centrally located to a host of local amenities. The development is located nearby schools, medical...
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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.

Cost of independent living in Whittington, AR

The average cost of senior living in Whittington is $3,472 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Donaldson, AR with an average of $2,831 per month.

Independent living costs in Whittington, AR, vs. nearby cities

Whittington, AR
$3,472/mo
$3,282/mo

Independent living costs in Whittington, AR, vs. state and national averages

Whittington, AR
$3,472/mo
U.S. national average
$4,162/mo

Independent living costs in Whittington, AR, vs. other senior living options

$4,543/mo
Independent Living
$3,472/mo

Independent living costs in Whittington, AR, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,301/mo
Studio
$4,428/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,424/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,161/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,452/mo

Senior living costs in Whittington 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: Whittington, AR
Column state: Arkansas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWhittington, ARArkansasU.S.
Independent Living$3,472/mo$3,076/mo$4,162/mo
Assisted Living$4,446/mo$4,288/mo$4,706/mo
Memory Care$4,543/mo$4,310/mo$4,956/mo
Independent Living
Whittington, AR:$3,472/mo
Arkansas:$3,076/mo
U.S.:$4,162/mo
Assisted Living
Whittington, AR:$4,446/mo
Arkansas:$4,288/mo
U.S.:$4,706/mo
Memory Care
Whittington, AR:$4,543/mo
Arkansas:$4,310/mo
U.S.:$4,956/mo
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Independent living costs in Whittington, AR, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Whittington 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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Independent living cost trends in Whittington, AR

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Whittington 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.

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Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Whittington, AR$2,979/mo$2,821/mo+5.6%
Arkansas$2,928/mo$2,713/mo+7.9%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Whittington, AR
2024 average cost:$2,979/mo
2023 average cost:$2,821/mo
Percent change:+5.6%
Arkansas
2024 average cost:$2,928/mo
2023 average cost:$2,713/mo
Percent change:+7.9%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Whittington

Recent reviews for independent living in Whittington

Buffington Towers in Little Rock, AR

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Me personally I love our new manager [name removed] she a breath of fresh air. She's a very strict manager and her attitude is very professional by the book. I'm also communicate with other residents that loves how she is running this building. I could go on and on now and she also give us all ...
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Garrett Woods in Hot Springs, AR

4.9
Wish they had more activities for chair bound clients. But Garrett Woods is a great atmosphere, with loving, caring staff and good care for family. I will recommend GW to all friends and family.

The Manor in Little Rock, AR

5.0
I like this community. The community is outstanding. I like the staff and the they are always attentive. I feel good knowing that she is happy living here. The menu is very appealing and she is please with the menu. They offer my mom activiites to participate with other. I highly recommendthis ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming community atmosphere. Several reviews mention the friendly and family like atmosphere at various communities, such as West Shores and Country Club Village Retirement Community, where residents and staff create a sense of camaraderie and togetherness. Residents appreciate the sense of belonging and the opportunity ...
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High-quality meals and dining experiences. Delicious and nutritious meals are a priority at many senior living communities, with numerous reviews highlighting the culinary skills of chefs at places like Chenal Pines Retirement Resort and West Shores. Residents enjoy restaurant-style dining, with accommodations for dietary restriction ...
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Thoughtful and attentive staff. Reviews for various communities, including Holiday Andover Place and Atrium at Serenity Pointe, consistently mention the caring and helpful nature of staff members. Residents and their families praise the staff's dedication to meeting individual needs and ensuring everyone feels at home.
Variety of activities for social interaction. Senior living communities offer a range of activities tailored to different interests, as noted in reviews for places like Woodland Heights and The Clearspring, providing opportunities for residents to engage with one another and form new friendships.
Properly maintained facilities and grounds. Cleanliness and upkeep are essential factors for residents, as expressed in reviews for communities such as Chenal Pines Retirement Resort and Parkway Village, ensuring that facilities and outdoor areas, including gardens and walking trails, are well-maintained and inviting.
Flexible and personalized care options. Individualized care plans and accommodations are vital for ensuring residents' needs are met, as stated in reviews for communities like Holiday Andover Place, which offer a range of living arrangements and care services to cater to residents' evolving requirements.
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Whittington independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Whittington independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Whittington, 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 Whittington 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 Whittington 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
22.2%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.6%
34.5%
No sugar
No sugar
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31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Whittington 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 Whittington communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
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Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
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Room service
Room service
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Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Whittington 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 Whittington offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
40.3%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
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28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
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Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
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47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
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Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
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Piano or organ
Piano or organ
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Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
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Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
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Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
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Live performances
Live performances
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Dances
Dances
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Fitness center
Fitness center
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Brookfield Hot Springs, West Shores and Brookdale Russellville are the top-rated independent living facilities near Whittington, Arkansas. See full list of communities.
There are 81 independent living facilities near Whittington, Arkansas. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Whittington, Arkansas are West Shores, Brookdale Russellville and Willow Grove of Sherwood. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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