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Photo of Southern Meadows Senior Living
1212 Photos available
9.3
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84 reviews
9.3
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84 reviews
5 star
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6%
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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.
Lease by October 29 and get $1,000 off your rent for the first three months. THAT’S A SAVINGS OF $3,000!*We are continuing to admit new Residents, where possible and appropriate, to help residents and families in need. We will do all we can to help those who are in need of our services now and...
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Photo of The Bungalows at Branson Meadows
1010 Photos available
1212 Floor plans available
8.6
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18 reviews
8.6
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18 reviews
5 star
55%
4 star
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I would rate The Bungalows at Branson Meadows a 5 on all categories. The staff and facility have exceeded my expectations. I feel truly blessed that my mother is happy with her residence and care at The...
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.
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Photo of Good Samaritan Society Mountain Home
66 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
5 star
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PT was good for my body. Stroke in Jan. Right side of body was weak. PT strengthened my left knee and arm. My right knee some better. Rec Center is great place if you need therapy.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes, Senior Apartments
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Wedgewood has been a very good experience for my dad as well as myself. Very down home family environment. Only issues have been in relation to change in admin and DON.
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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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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.
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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: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
On behalf of our team of caregivers and support staff, thank you for considering our healthcare center. We offer a full range of medical services to meet the individual needs of our residents, including short-term rehabilitative services and long-term skilled care. Working with the resident’s...

Cost of assisted living in Marion County, AR

The average cost of senior living in Marion County is $4,166 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include St. Joe, AR with an average of $3,375 per month.

Assisted living costs in Marion County, AR, vs. nearby counties

Marion County, AR
$4,166/mo
$3,902/mo
$3,902/mo

Assisted living costs in Marion County, AR, vs. state and national averages

Marion County, AR
$4,166/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

Assisted living costs in Marion County, AR, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,166/mo
$4,166/mo

Assisted living costs in Marion County, AR, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,900/mo
Studio
$4,250/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,800/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,200/mo

Senior living costs in Marion County 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: Marion County, AR
Column state: Arkansas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMarion County, ARArkansasU.S.
Assisted Living$4,166/mo$4,059/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,166/mo$4,075/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$4,400/mo$2,906/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Marion County, AR:$4,166/mo
Arkansas:$4,059/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Marion County, AR:$4,166/mo
Arkansas:$4,075/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Marion County, AR:$4,400/mo
Arkansas:$2,906/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Marion County, AR, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Marion County 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.

Marion County, ARAR stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Marion County, AR

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Marion County 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.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Marion County, AR$4,184/mo$3,772/mo+10.9%
Arkansas$4,167/mo$3,939/mo+5.8%
National$5,061/mo$4,753/mo+6.5%
Marion County, AR
2024 average cost:$4,184/mo
2023 average cost:$3,772/mo
Percent change:+10.9%
Arkansas
2024 average cost:$4,167/mo
2023 average cost:$3,939/mo
Percent change:+5.8%
National
2024 average cost:$5,061/mo
2023 average cost:$4,753/mo
Percent change:+6.5%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Marion County, AR

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Marion County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Marion County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Marion County

Good Samaritan Society Mountain Home

4.8
I am so glad my friend has a safe and clean place to live. The activities are wonderful for everyone. The staff appear to have the best interest to every resident.

The Bungalows at Branson Meadows

5.0
My mother spent two years at the bungalows. She saw it as the best times of her life. They took care of my mother and they always took care of the family members. We were so blessed to have my mother be here. They went the extra mile as well in her passing. The food was great the staff was great ...
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Wedgewood Gardens in Branson West, MO

4.0
Wedgewood has been a very good experience for my dad as well as myself. Very down home family environment. Only issues have been in relation to change in admin and DON.

Marion County review score based on 25 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 25 reviews of 14 Marion County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Marion County review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Marion County review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Marion County, AR14 facilities
8.4
Summit, AR16 facilities
8.4
Yellville, AR15 facilities

Review subcategories for Marion County assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 25 reviews of 14 Marion County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Marion County resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Marion County, AR averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.0
Friendliness
4.5
4.1
Care services
4.4
3.8
Staff
4.4
4.0
Meals & dining
3.9
3.6
Activities
4.0
3.7
Value for cost*
3.9
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Marion County assisted living services and amenities

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

Availability of select care services in Marion County assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Marion County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Marion County, ARNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
21.4%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
7.1%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.9%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
14.3%
57.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.9%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
14.3%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
21.4%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Marion County assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Marion County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Marion County assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Marion County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Marion County, ARNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
7.1%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
21.4%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
21.4%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.3%
36%
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Availability of select dining options in Marion County assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Marion County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Marion County, ARNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
7.1%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
21.4%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
21.4%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.1%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Marion County assisted 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 assisted living communities in Marion County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Marion County, ARNational
Activity director
Activity director
14.3%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
7.1%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
14.3%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
14.3%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
21.4%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
21.4%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
21.4%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.3%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
21.4%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
14.3%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
7.1%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
21.4%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Marion County

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Arkansas assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Marion County protect seniors.
Learn about Arkansas assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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