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Photo of Cedarhurst of West Plains
1010 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.2
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9 reviews
9.2
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9 reviews
5 star
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11%
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22%
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Going to rate them a 5 in all groups. They are very good with mom. I would tell others to explain to the DON And RN as much information as you can about your family member. It helps them understand them...
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.
Cedarhurst of West Plains will be home to 52 assisted living apartments that have their own bathrooms and kitchenettes and 21 memory care apartments specifically designed to meet the needs of individuals living with Alzheimer’s and related memory loss. Cedarhurst of West Plains strives to be the...
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1212 Photos available
9.2
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77 reviews
9.2
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77 reviews
5 star
89%
4 star
6%
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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.
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
8.8
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18 reviews
8.8
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18 reviews
5 star
55%
4 star
22%
3 star
6%
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6%
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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
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.
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.
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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
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: 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
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.
Photo of Lamplight Village
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.
Photo of Pioneer Assisted Living
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.
Photo of Coachlight Village
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.
Photo of Wedgewood Gardens
Provides: Assisted Living, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.

Cost of assisted living in Oakland, AR

The average cost of senior living in Oakland is $4,694 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include St. Joe, AR with an average of $3,375 per month.

Assisted living costs in Oakland, AR, vs. nearby cities

Oakland, AR
$4,694/mo
$4,850/mo

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

Oakland, AR
$4,694/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

Assisted living costs in Oakland, AR, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,694/mo
$4,694/mo

Assisted living costs in Oakland, AR, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,900/mo
Studio
$4,680/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,633/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,525/mo

Senior living costs in Oakland 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: Oakland, AR
Column state: Arkansas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeOakland, ARArkansasU.S.
Assisted Living$4,694/mo$4,059/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,694/mo$4,075/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$4,400/mo$2,906/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Oakland, AR:$4,694/mo
Arkansas:$4,059/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Oakland, AR:$4,694/mo
Arkansas:$4,075/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Oakland, AR:$4,400/mo
Arkansas:$2,906/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Oakland, AR, over time

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

Oakland, ARAR stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Oakland, AR

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Oakland 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
Oakland, 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%
Oakland, 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 Oakland, 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 Oakland.

What families are saying about assisted living in Oakland

Recent reviews for assisted living in Oakland

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.

Cedarhurst of West Plains

4.8
My family has checked in different states and the cost is about the same. Cedarhurst of West Plains is a newer facility than the ones they have looked at! I have made several friends here at Cedarhurst.

Southern Meadows Senior Living in Mountain Home, AR

4.1
There was a 10% raise in rent in March. The food could be better. And the choices could be something more. The activities are more for the women than men. But they have probably 10 % men residents.

Oakland review score based on 29 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 29 reviews of 18 Oakland assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Oakland 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

Oakland review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Oakland, AR18 facilities
8.6
Bull Shoals, AR21 facilities
9.1
Lakeview, AR19 facilities

Review subcategories for Oakland 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 29 reviews of 18 Oakland assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Oakland 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.
Oakland, AR averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.1
Friendliness
4.3
4.2
Care services
4.3
3.8
Staff
4.2
4.0
Meals & dining
3.7
3.7
Activities
3.8
3.7
Value for cost*
3.8
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Oakland assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Oakland assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Oakland, 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 Oakland 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 Oakland that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Oakland, ARNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
22.2%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
11.1%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
16.7%
57.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
11.1%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
16.7%
54.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Oakland 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 Oakland Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Oakland, ARNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
5.6%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
5.6%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
5.6%
42.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Oakland 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 Oakland partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Oakland, ARNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.1%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22.2%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
16.7%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.7%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.6%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Oakland 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 Oakland communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Oakland, ARNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
5.6%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.2%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
22.2%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.1%
18.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Oakland 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 Oakland offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Oakland, ARNational
Activity director
Activity director
16.7%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.1%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.1%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
16.7%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
16.7%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
22.2%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.2%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.2%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16.7%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
22.2%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
11.1%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
11.1%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.1%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
22.2%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Oakland

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 Oakland protect seniors.
Learn about Arkansas assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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Cedarhurst of West Plains, Southern Meadows Senior Living and The Bungalows at Branson Meadows are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Oakland, Arkansas. See full list of communities.
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