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The average monthly cost of Independent Living in Arkansas is $3,045, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data. This can serve as a helpful benchmark for what families in the Monterey area can expect to pay. Pricing may vary based on the community’s location, your loved one’s care needs, and any additional services or amenities.

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Photo of Laurel Glen at Memphis Assisted Living and Memory Care
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Laurel Glen at Memphis was head and shoulders above other places we toured. It is very updated and nice. With any facility like this, there is a period of time where you really have to follow up and make...
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.
For more than 20 years, the dedicated team at Laurel Glen at Memphis has been providing the finest Assisted Living/Memory Care community services in the Memphis, Germantown, Collierville, Shelby and Desoto area.We know how difficult it can be for a loved one to make the transition from home to a...
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I don't have a lot of hands on experience with the place, but from what I have seen and what I have heard from my loved one they do a fine job here! It's a nice looking place, and the people all seem very...
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.
Serenity Apartments @ Hickory Hill has been voted the Best Senior Living in Memphis for 2015. We were listed in the Memphis Business journal as one of the Top Retirement Communities. It has everything to make your new place to call home more enjoyable! All of our unfurnished apartment homes...
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I like that they make my father feel very comfortable. He's a very sociable, active 87 year old. They make sure he's entertained, they make sure he is ready for all outside appointments and engagement. They...
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.
Royal Retreat Senior Living Community is a home like no other. We are locally owned and managed by Memphians who have an authentic understanding of the needs and culture of the community we serve. We are driven by passion to improve the quality of life for our senior residents and provide them a...
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No one greeted us when we moved in.They weren't even expecting us to move in.She's supposed to wear a watch but they don't check if She loves the food there. They emphasis they have a lot of activities but...
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.
Kirby Pines Retirement Community is an award winning 50-acre life care retirement community located in Memphis, Tennessee. With the incomparable lifestyle and comprehensive life care offered, we offer you a beautiful home, whether it is an Independent Apartment or Garden Home, an Assisted Living...
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Staff is very friendly and accommodating. They communicate with me well and I can always call with questions. It's nice to see Dad socializing with the staff and other residents.
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: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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 Parkin are located in Parkin, Cross County, Arkansas. These apartment homes are made perfectly for ages 55 and older who adore country living with charm. The River Parkin is also conveniently located nearby for great fishing in the afternoons. Grab your fishing poles and your...
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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.
Overview The Christopher Homes of Wynne are located in Wynne, Arkansas. These apartment complexes have been built for low income senior citizens. The housing management staff of the Christopher Homes of Wynne make every effort to ensure senior residents have the opportunity to enjoy living their...
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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.
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 St. Bernards Village
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Photo of Wesley On the Ridge
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.
Photo of Forrest Hills
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.
Photo of Rosehaven Villa
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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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The pricing is based on her income but I don't really knwo anything more about the financial aspect of it, I don't know what they're providing care wise but my mother has no complaints, she likes it there...
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 Jonesboro is located in the heart of Jonesboro, Craighead County, AR. As the fifth largest city in the state, this large metropolitan is attractive to business owners looking for a place to call their own. It boasts a favorable climate, central location, advantageous tax...
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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.
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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.
Situated in the quiet town of Monette, Craighead County, AR, Christopher Homes offers a safe, comfortable apartment for income qualified seniors. There is no question that many locations in Arkansas still embody the spirit of the 'Old South' and Monette is no exception. Wilderness abounds,...
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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.
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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.
Located in the musical capital of the country, Memphis Towers in Memphis, Shelby County, Tennessee is a low income senior housing community. Monthly rent is based on income for the 296 one-room apartments, allowing all senior applicants a chance to live as independently as they physically can....
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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 Metro Community Care Homes
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.
Metro Community Care Homes Assisted living is good living at Metro Care Homes in Memphis Tennessee. We are conveniently located in the heart of bustling Memphis where the best in dining, shopping and culture can be shared by you and your friends and family. Our beautiful grounds offer ample...
Photo of Westminster Village
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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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
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Wesley Highland Meadows
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.

Cost of independent living in Monterey, AR

The average cost of senior living in Arkansas is $3,045 per month as compared to $3,520 in the United States.

Senior living costs in Arkansas vs. 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 state: Arkansas
Column national: U.S.
Column costDifference: Cost difference
Community typeArkansasU.S.Cost difference
Independent Living$3,045/mo$3,520/mo13.5% below national median
Assisted Living$4,926/mo$5,830/mo15.5% below national median
Memory Care$6,266/mo$6,999/mo10.5% below national median
Independent Living
Arkansas:$3,045/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Cost difference:13.5% below national median
Assisted Living
Arkansas:$4,926/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Cost difference:15.5% below national median
Memory Care
Arkansas:$6,266/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Cost difference:10.5% below national median
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What families are saying about independent living in Monterey

Recent reviews for independent living in Monterey

The Bungalows at Jonesboro

4.6
The Bungalows is very clean and caring assisted living facility. They provide good meals and plenty of activities for their residents. They'll take the residents to the movies, out to eat and shopping. The rooms are large with patios. The staff is friendly and watchful.

Royal Retreat Assisted Living in Memphis, TN

5.0
My friend is doing very well since his move into the Legacy Estates he seems to really like it. The time that I have gone to visit him the place looks great and very clean and they have housekeeping there for him. The staff has been amazing and very helpful with all his needs and getting him ...
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Luther Towers in Memphis, TN

5.0
They are great! We love it, and our loved one loves it too! We are familiar with the location and it's working out well so far! We are happy with our choice!

Monterey independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Monterey independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Monterey, 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 Monterey 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 Monterey partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Monterey, ARNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27.9%
18.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.7%
30.5%
No sugar
No sugar
34.5%
27.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46%
29.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Monterey 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 Monterey communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Monterey, ARNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
44.1%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
52.6%
38.3%
Room service
Room service
46.4%
32.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25.6%
15.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Monterey 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 Monterey offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Monterey, ARNational
Activity director
Activity director
55.9%
39.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.5%
25.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
44.4%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.7%
41.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.4%
43.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63.7%
47.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.7%
37.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.5%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
45.4%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.9%
41.6%
Live performances
Live performances
53.6%
41.2%
Dances
Dances
45.1%
29.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
51.2%
35.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Frequently Asked Questions

Robinwood Retirement Resort, Trustwell at Shelby Gardens Place and HarborChase of Germantown are the top-rated independent living facilities near Monterey, Arkansas. See full list of communities.
There are 72 independent living facilities near Monterey, Arkansas. See the full list.
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The best independent living facilities near you in Monterey, Arkansas are Robinwood Retirement Resort, HarborChase of Germantown and Brightmore of East Memphis. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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