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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Alexander, AR
If you’re looking for independent living in the Alexander area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Alexander. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 15 independent living facilities in Alexander, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Hillcrest, Capitol View/Stifft's Station and Pulaski Heights.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Little Rock, Sherwood and North Little Rock.
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33 reviews
I haven't eaten there but there is always a nice variety. The value for cost seems good, but I have nothing to compare to. I liked the two big windows in his room and that there were other windows that...
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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Our loved one is no longer at Parkway Village, but the improvement that was needed is employees who care! Unfortunately, I'm being told that is the problem at most if not all places. People don't want to...
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.
Parkway Village, located in bustling west Little Rock, is the only continuing care retirement community in central Arkansas. Founded by Baptist Health, Arkansas’ leading private healthcare system, we serve residents with home options, cultural and recreational activities, and wellness services...
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8.2
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16 reviews
Heartfelt staff who go the extra mile. Even during emergency (snowstorm, tornado warning) - the Residents and their safety come first. Also the Activity Director is amazing!
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.
At The Manor Senior Living Community, our seniors continue living their lives to the fullest, while experiencing a true sense of belonging. With a dedicated and caring staff, our goal is to provide our valued residents, and their families, relief from the stresses of everyday life, and give them...
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20 reviews
Very friendly and caring staff. The facility feels more homey. It felt less like a corporate feel. I would definitely recommend them to others looking.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
“Exceptional Living for Extraordinary Seniors”!At The Manor Senior Living Community, our seniors continue living their lives to the fullest, while experiencing a true sense of belonging. With a dedicated and caring staff, our goal is to provide our valued residents, and their families, relief...
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5 reviews
I've only been contacted by the facility one time when my mother fell but I know she's fallen several times while living there. I feel the staff could be more communicative, even if over text, about her...
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.
Fox Ridge is a community that provides luxury, compassion and affordability to create retirement living unlike any other. With our garden homes, independent, assisted living, and memory care we provide options which are sure to meet your needs and surpass your expectations.At Fox Ridge, you'll...
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Pleasant staff and friendly residents. Lovely apartments. Clean grounds and are well kept. Very safe and quiet and first responders are fast and efficient. Great place to live but it is independent living...
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.
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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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
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.
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My mother is in the Memory Care unit and that area opened a month ago. They are still establishing that area, there have been a few issues, but I don't feel right about judging the facility at this point. ...
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.
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.
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
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: 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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Cost of independent living in Alexander, AR
The average cost of senior living in Alexander is $3,563 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Poyen, AR with an average of $3,001 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Alexander, AR vs. nearby cities
Alexander, AR
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Alexander, AR vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Alexander vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Alexander, AR by room type
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Average cost of Independent Living in Alexander over time
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What families are saying about independent living in Alexander
Recent reviews for independent living in Alexander
Buffington Towers in Little Rock, AR
5.0
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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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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Parkway Village in Little Rock, AR
3.8
I think Parkway Village is a nice place to live. If I have garbage, someone takes it out for me. If something's broken, they fix it. There are people in the office to ask questions and get advice from. I don't have to maintain a lawn anymore. Electricity is included in the monthly fee, ...
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Alexander independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Alexander independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Alexander, 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 Alexander 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 Alexander 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
23.1%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
38.5%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
38.5%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30.8%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.4%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Alexander 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 Alexander communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Alexander, ARNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
38.5%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.5%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
46.2%
36.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Alexander 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 Alexander offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
38.5%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.5%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.5%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30.8%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.2%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.5%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.2%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.8%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.5%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.5%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
38.5%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
30.8%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.8%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30.8%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Willow Grove of Sherwood, Chenal Pines Retirement Resort and Willow Grove of Maumelle are the top-rated independent living facilities near Alexander, Arkansas. See full list of communities.
There are 15 independent living facilities near Alexander, Arkansas. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Alexander, Arkansas is Willow Grove of Sherwood. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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