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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Big Fork, AR

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9.9
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The apartment is a nice size. Housekeeping is awesome. I'm not used to someone knocking and unlocking my door and walking in. I put a small sign on my door "Please knock and give me a chance to answer door....
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.
See the natural beauty that flows through West Shores, a 17-acre community that combines serenity and security by offering desired services and amenities in every studio, one- and two-bedroom apartment home. Our goal is to enrich the lives of our residents by providing an environment that is...
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9.0
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9.0
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She loves the bigger closet for clothes. The food is excellent, as well the staff. I would definitely recommend them to others who are searching for senior living for their loved one.
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.
Situated on beautiful Lake Hamilton with a lake view from every apartment, Atrium at Serenity Pointe is a lodge-style senior living community located near all local hospitals (CHI St Vincent, NMNC and Healthstar) as well as Hot Springs Mall, Bath House Row with boutique shopping and the Gangster...
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Very nice! I was only in that facility once when they were setting it up for my mother-in-law and once when she was in there. It was clean and the staff was really friendly. It looked like a nice quality...
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.
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: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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: 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.
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.
Christopher Homes of De Queen helps seniors find stable and affordable housing in 24 cities throughout Arkansas. They have more than 588 apartments that they manage and have something in a location for nearly everyone. Senior living at its best, anyone over 62 years of age can find residence with...
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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.
Christopher Homes of Horatio is a housing ministry located in Little Rock, Arkansas. They provide affordable and comfortable housing to individuals 62 years and older. In addition they offer a comfortable residential lifestyle to mobility impaired individuals. The affordable and attractive...
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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.
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.

Cost of independent living in Big Fork, AR

The average cost of senior living in Big Fork is $2,643 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mena, AR with an average of $2,643 per month.

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

Big Fork, AR
$2,643/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Big Fork, AR, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,883/mo
Studio
$2,669/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,082/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,739/mo

Senior living costs in Big Fork 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: Big Fork, AR
Column state: Arkansas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBig Fork, ARArkansasU.S.
Independent Living$2,643/mo$3,045/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Livingunavailable$4,926/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Careunavailable$6,266/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Big Fork, AR:$2,643/mo
Arkansas:$3,045/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Big Fork, AR:unavailable
Arkansas:$4,926/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Big Fork, AR:unavailable
Arkansas:$6,266/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Big Fork, AR, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Big Fork 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.

Big Fork, ARAR stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Big Fork, AR

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Big Fork 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 average 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
Big Fork, AR$2,974/mo$2,878/mo+3.4%
Arkansas$2,996/mo$2,820/mo+6.3%
National$3,319/mo$3,140/mo+5.7%
Big Fork, AR
2024 average cost:$2,974/mo
2023 average cost:$2,878/mo
Percent change:+3.4%
Arkansas
2024 average cost:$2,996/mo
2023 average cost:$2,820/mo
Percent change:+6.3%
National
2024 average cost:$3,319/mo
2023 average cost:$3,140/mo
Percent change:+5.7%
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What families are saying about independent living in Big Fork

Recent reviews for independent living in Big Fork

West Shores in Hot Springs, AR

5.0
I love West Shores and wish I would have moved in years ago. To the activities to the friends I have made are the best. During the holidays the management team and staff make sure that we are being taken care of and that does not go unnoticed. I appreciate them all.

Atrium at Serenity Pointe in Hot Springs, AR

4.5
What I like the most about the Atrium at Serenity Pointe is the staff, and yes I would recommend this community to other families base on the experience I have had so far. My only complaint and concern is the meals - the variety and quality could be improved.

Big Fork independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Big Fork independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Big Fork, 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 Big Fork 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 Big Fork partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Big Fork, ARNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
8.6%
18.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
14.7%
30.5%
No sugar
No sugar
17.8%
27.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
9.3%
29.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6%
9.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Big Fork 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 Big Fork communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Big Fork, ARNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
12.1%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20.8%
38.3%
Room service
Room service
19.5%
32.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
4.1%
15.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Big Fork 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 Big Fork offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Big Fork, ARNational
Activity director
Activity director
18.3%
39.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16%
25.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
9.2%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
18.8%
41.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
23.3%
43.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
23.6%
47.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.2%
37.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20.4%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
22.7%
41.6%
Live performances
Live performances
18.4%
41.2%
Dances
Dances
15.7%
29.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13%
35.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
19%
40.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

West Shores, Atrium at Serenity Pointe and Peachtree Mena are the top-rated independent living facilities near Big Fork, Arkansas. See full list of communities.
There are 13 independent living facilities near Big Fork, Arkansas. See the full list.
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The best independent living facility near you in Big Fork, Arkansas is West Shores. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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