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Assisted living in Arkansas is broken into two levels of care. Level 1 facilities offer supervision and assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs). Level 2 facilities offer more direct assistance with ADLs and must have a registered nurse on staff. The average cost of assisted living in Arkansas is $4,130 per month, which comes out to $49,560 per year.[01] Assisted living in Arkansas is more expensive than independent living but less expensive than memory care.
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Our 2023 state ranking for assisted living uses A Place for Mom’s proprietary data collected from our community partners. First, we sorted through our metrics and grouped them into three pillars that are key in a quality assisted living experience. We weighted these pillars differently based on insights from our senior living experts. Then, we used these categories and their weighting to determine how each state ranks. Read our full methodology
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I've so far been very pleased with Willow Grove. Of course, early on there was an adjustment period, but overall they have been very receptive and responsive to my concerns and desires. Their communication...
My Mother is currently a resident at Willow Grove of Maumelle. She says that everyone is so friendly and helpful! They are especially attentive to her needs and call me if anything changes in my Mom's health...
I've so far been very pleased with Willow Grove. Of course, early on there was an adjustment period, but overall they have been very receptive and responsive to my concerns and desires. Their communication...
The community is very friendly, and helpful. The staffing numbers could be improved as the numbers are lacking in some areas. The food is fantastic. I feel my loved one is safe and well cared for...
If the resident has any health issues, the nurses contact the house doctor, and they stay on top of it and notify the caregiver or responsible I dividual right away. You can call anytime to check on your...
They are taking good care of my loved one. The communication has been very good. I'm so happy I moved her. Love that the price is frozen and the staff has been great. I would recommend to other families.
We cannot rate the quality of care as we are in the independent cottages. Overall what we like the most about Village on the Park Rogers is the friendly people (both the staff members and the other...
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The nurses are fabulous, caring, and wonderful at keeping me informed of any concerns or changes. The CNAs are great, too. They're very kind and attentive. Occasionally, the weekend staff are a bit less...
What our family likes the most about the Parkway Village community is that it has a sense of family and the staff members are very helpful. Based on the experience so far, we would recommend this community...
I was in a difficult situation and they provided the respite care I needed for my father quickly and compassionately. I would recommend to others. Staff is very caring. Compassionate and patient.
If the resident has any health issues, the nurses contact the house doctor, and they stay on top of it and notify the caregiver or responsible I dividual right away. You can call anytime to check on your...
They are taking good care of my loved one. The communication has been very good. I'm so happy I moved her. Love that the price is frozen and the staff has been great. I would recommend to other families.
The cost of assisted living in Arkansas ranges from $2,595 to $5,752 per month, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data. The national average cost of assisted living is $5,126 per month.[01] Although fees and care needs are included in this monthly average, keep in mind that fees can change along with a senior’s care needs.
In Arkansas, the level assigned to the assisted living facility will likely affect cost. While Level 1 and Level 2 communities both provide 24-hour supervision and help with activities of daily living, Level 2 communities provide more substantial assistance and have a registered nurse on staff. Therefore, you can expect to pay more at a Level 2 facility.
Several factors can affect the cost of assisted living. These include:
Medicare and Medicaid may help offset some of the costs of medical expenses in assisted living.
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Seniors and their families have several options to consider when paying for assisted living. The earlier you plan for assisted living, the more options you’ll have to consider. This is especially true if you’re planning on applying for any public assistance, as some programs, such as some Arkansas Medicaid benefits, have a waiting period.
It’s also helpful to keep in mind that most families use a combination of different private and public payment methods, such as retirement funds and veterans benefits. For an overview of the payment options you may wish to consider, also consult our guide to paying for long-term care.
Private pay options include retirement accounts and life insurance policies, along with other assets.
Level 1 or Level 2 care. While both levels of care offer 24-hour supervision, Level 1 facilities focus on supervision and observation when offering assistance with ADLs. Level 2 communities focus on providing more hands-on assistance for seniors and must have a registered nurse on staff. Facilities must be licensed through Arkansas’ Department of Human Services, Division of Medical Services, and the Office of Long-Term Care.
After a facility becomes licensed, they must renew their license yearly through the Department of Human Services. Approximately every 18 months, the Office of Long-Term Care conducts on-site surveys and inspections, which may be unannounced. This office also investigates any complaints about an assisted living facility. Although inspection reports aren’t available online, you may ask the facility directly or contact the Department of Human Services for inspection records.
Arkansas has several requirements for assisted living facilities, including the following:
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We developed a system to rate each state on how easy — or difficult — it is to find important assisted living records and reports, and we compiled tips to help you in your search.
States with the most transparent records allow you to look up important information about each assisted living facility online, including inspections, complaints, survey results, violations, capacity, and whether the facility accepts Medicaid.
Public access to assisted living records and reports for the state of Arkansas is moderate. Here are some key findings that informed this rating:
We developed a standard methodology for state data collection and evaluation, and we based our rating primarily on the objective, state-specific accessibility criteria outlined in these questions:
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