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Photo of Southern Meadows Senior Living
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9.5
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It's like a family. The whole staff is committed to exactly the care each resident needs. I will certainly recommend Southern Meadows to anyone needing assisted living care.
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.
Lease by October 29 and get $1,000 off your rent for the first three months. THAT’S A SAVINGS OF $3,000!*We are continuing to admit new Residents, where possible and appropriate, to help residents and families in need. We will do all we can to help those who are in need of our services now and...
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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.
Cedarhurst of West Plains will be home to 52 assisted living apartments that have their own bathrooms and kitchenettes and 21 memory care apartments specifically designed to meet the needs of individuals living with Alzheimer’s and related memory loss. Cedarhurst of West Plains strives to be the...
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PT was good for my body. Stroke in Jan. Right side of body was weak. PT strengthened my left knee and arm. My right knee some better. Rec Center is great place if you need therapy.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes, Senior Apartments
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.
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally 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
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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.
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.
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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, 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.
Welcome to the good life! Indian Rock Village is a full service Continuing Care Retirement Center that offers a variety of services to individuals needing independent living, assisted living and skilled nursing care. This type of complex makes it easier for residents to move from one stage of...
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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 assisted living in Baxter County, AR

The average cost of senior living in Baxter County is $4,631 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Briarcliff, AR with an average of $4,586 per month.

Assisted living costs in Baxter County, AR, vs. nearby counties

Baxter County, AR
$4,631/mo

Assisted living costs in Baxter County, AR, vs. state and national averages

Baxter County, AR
$4,631/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Baxter County, AR, by floor plan type

Studio
$4,245/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,680/mo

Senior living costs in Baxter County 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: Baxter County, AR
Column state: Arkansas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBaxter County, ARArkansasU.S.
Assisted Living$4,631/mo$4,926/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Careunavailable$6,266/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Livingunavailable$3,045/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Baxter County, AR:$4,631/mo
Arkansas:$4,926/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Baxter County, AR:unavailable
Arkansas:$6,266/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Baxter County, AR:unavailable
Arkansas:$3,045/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Baxter County, AR, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Baxter County 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.

Baxter County, ARAR stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Baxter County, AR

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Baxter County 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
Baxter County, AR$4,767/mo$4,552/mo+4.7%
Arkansas$4,528/mo$4,390/mo+3.1%
National$5,210/mo$4,899/mo+6.4%
Baxter County, AR
2024 average cost:$4,767/mo
2023 average cost:$4,552/mo
Percent change:+4.7%
Arkansas
2024 average cost:$4,528/mo
2023 average cost:$4,390/mo
Percent change:+3.1%
National
2024 average cost:$5,210/mo
2023 average cost:$4,899/mo
Percent change:+6.4%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Baxter County, AR

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Baxter County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Baxter County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Baxter County

Good Samaritan Society Mountain Home

4.8
I am so glad my friend has a safe and clean place to live. The activities are wonderful for everyone. The staff appear to have the best interest to every resident.

Cedarhurst of West Plains

4.8
My family has checked in different states and the cost is about the same. Cedarhurst of West Plains is a newer facility than the ones they have looked at! I have made several friends here at Cedarhurst.

Southern Meadows Senior Living in Mountain Home, AR

5.0
I was visiting a friend of mine and it was bingo day. I was so excited that the Activity Director let me stay and play. There was a good crowd and it was so much fun. She even had prizes for the winners and I won! I was so excited and got some candy. The activity director was so nice and very ...
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Baxter County review score based on 69 family reviews

9.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 69 reviews of 3 Baxter County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Baxter County review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Baxter County review score compared against nearby cities

9.8
Baxter County, AR3 facilities
10.0
Marion County, AR0 facilities
9.7
Briarcliff, AR16 facilities

Review subcategories for Baxter County assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 69 reviews of 3 Baxter County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Baxter County resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Baxter County, AR averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.4
Friendliness
4.9
4.5
Care services
4.7
4.3
Staff
4.8
4.6
Meals & dining
4.3
4.2
Activities
4.5
4.3
Value for cost*
4.4
4.2
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Baxter County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Baxter County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Baxter County, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Baxter County assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Baxter County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Baxter County, ARNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
31.4%
45.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
16.3%
29.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
87.1%
91.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
87.5%
93.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
27.1%
49.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
9.2%
26.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
86.7%
91.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
24.6%
41.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
31.1%
45.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Baxter County assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Baxter County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Baxter County, ARNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
27.7%
44.4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
17.8%
28.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
22.5%
35.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
4.9%
11.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Baxter County assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Baxter County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Baxter County, ARNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18%
23.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.4%
35.5%
No sugar
No sugar
27.2%
32.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20.5%
31.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.3%
15.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Baxter County assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Baxter County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Baxter County, ARNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
10.7%
27.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.7%
36.8%
Room service
Room service
29.4%
32%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.3%
15.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Baxter County assisted 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 assisted living communities in Baxter County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Baxter County, ARNational
Activity director
Activity director
24.9%
40.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.1%
26.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.9%
26.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
28%
43%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
26.5%
42.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
35.9%
45.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
32.2%
35.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.3%
31%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.2%
33%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
32.3%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
24.2%
40.7%
Dances
Dances
20.3%
26.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.8%
21.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
31.2%
39.8%
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State regulations for assisted living in Baxter County

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Arkansas assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Baxter County protect seniors.
Learn about Arkansas assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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Southern Meadows Senior Living, Cedarhurst of West Plains and Good Samaritan Society Mountain Home are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Baxter County, Arkansas. See full list of communities.
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