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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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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
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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.
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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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
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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.
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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My loved one was very ill, and they assisited with everything she needed in every way. And they made her last days as good as they could possibly be.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Home Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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.
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As I continue to grieve the loss of my mother last week, I thought I would write a review from the experience she and I went thru over her four month stay. Olive Grove was the 2nd of two stops for my...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Olive Grove Terrace offers person-centered assisted living in Olive Branch, MS. Our assisted living community provides a combination of gracious accommodations, supportive services, and health care. We meet the needs of seniors who may need a little help with daily activities such as bathing,...
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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.
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: 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...
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 Marianna in Lee County, Arkansas, is part of the Christopher homes ministry of the little rock ministry. Being in a city, the apartments are designed for city life, surrounded by various convenient stores and outside amenities like easy access to medical services and leisure...
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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 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.
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 Brinkley is an assisted living facility located in the beautiful Brinkley, Arkansas. Our team of highly trained specialists are driven by the need to make every one of our patients feel as much at home as they possibly can. At Christopher Homes of Brinkley, we make it a point...
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 location in West Helena caters to senior living and offers a variety of ways for seniors to live. They have private apartments that are great for the senior that is still on the go and assisted living facilities. They will be there for you through every step of the journey with...
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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: 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
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: 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: 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...
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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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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Affordable Senior Care is working really well. We are really pleased with the staff and everything that's going on. The nurse checks her. They are giving her baths. The food looks real good. The staff is...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Affordable Senior Care is an assisted living and memory care community that hosts senior residents in the city of Southaven, DeSoto County, Mississippi. There are many artistic structures ideal for a perfect visit during an afternoon stroll in the city. This region has excellent weather...
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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.

Cost of independent living in Widener, AR

The average cost of senior living in Widener is $2,771 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Marianna, AR with an average of $500 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Widener, AR vs. nearby cities

Widener, AR
$2,648/mo
$2,050/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Widener, AR vs. the state and national average

Widener, AR
$2,648/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Widener vs. other types of senior living

$4,303/mo
Independent Living
$2,648/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Widener, AR by room type

Semi-Private
$4,247/mo
Studio
$4,554/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,274/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,306/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,311/mo

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Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Widener

Recent reviews for independent living in Widener

HarborChase of Germantown

4.6
Our situation was unique-transitional between needing memory care versus assisted living. It was important that I was in residence with my spouse. The staff was accommodating of our unique status.

Providence Assisted Living of Senatobia

4.5
The size of this facility is manageable. My aunt really enjoys the beauty shop they have on site. My aunt does not participate in activities. I have witnessed bingo and a very sweet singing in the chapel. I have been able to resolve any issue I may have with a call or text . They have a ...
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American House Bartlett

5.0
Our experience has been very good. The staff is very professional and understanding. We would definitely recommend this community.

Widener independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Widener independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Widener, 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 Widener 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 Widener partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Widener, ARNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.1%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25.7%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.7%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Widener 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 Widener communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Widener, ARNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
21.4%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
21.4%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
21.4%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Widener 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 Widener offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Widener, ARNational
Activity director
Activity director
28.6%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.6%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.7%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
32.9%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
34.3%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24.3%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
21.4%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
25.7%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
21.4%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.6%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
27.1%
46.1%
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Town Village Audubon Park, King's Reserve Memphis and Village at Primacy Place are the top-rated independent living facilities near Widener, Arkansas. See full list of communities.

There are 70 independent living facilities near Widener, Arkansas. See the full list.

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