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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Opal, AR
If you’re looking for independent living in the Opal 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 Opal. 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 Opal, 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 Mena, Mount Ida and Needmore.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Mena, Mount Ida and Needmore.
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104 reviews
My wife and I could not live at home she live 3 years and 3 month after we moved in. I tell everyone that is looking to move in. That you can't live at home, this the place to live.
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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It is very clean at Atrium. There is beautiful art and furnishings - it's like liking at a resort. The staff are friendly and there are a lot of activities.
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
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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: 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.
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: 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...
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
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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.
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: 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.
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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Cost of independent living in Opal, AR
The average cost of senior living in Opal is $1,990 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mena, AR with an average of $945 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Opal, AR vs. the state and national average
Opal, AR
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Opal vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Opal, AR by room type
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Average cost of Independent Living in Opal over time
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What families are saying about independent living in Opal
Recent reviews for independent living in Opal
West Shores in Hot Springs, AR
5.0
My husband stayed at West Shores for 10 days while I was out of town. The care he received was exactly what we had hoped-for. He made friends that he ate with, went to exercise class, and even had a lift reclining chair in his apartment. When the need arises again, we will be back to West ...
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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.
Opal independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Opal independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Opal, 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 Opal 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 Opal partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Opal, ARNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13.3%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
13.3%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
13.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
13.3%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.7%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Opal 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 Opal communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Opal, ARNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
6.7%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
13.3%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
13.3%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.7%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Opal 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 Opal offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Opal, ARNational
Activity director
Activity director
13.3%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
13.3%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13.3%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
13.3%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
13.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
13.3%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
13.3%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
13.3%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
13.3%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
13.3%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
13.3%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
13.3%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
6.7%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
13.3%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
West Shores, Atrium at Serenity Pointe and Peachtree Mena are the top-rated independent living facilities near Opal, Arkansas. See full list of communities.
There are 15 independent living facilities near Opal, Arkansas. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Opal, Arkansas is West Shores. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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