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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Bear, AR

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88 Photos available
9.8
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104 reviews
9.8
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104 reviews
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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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55 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.5
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27 reviews
9.5
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27 reviews
5 star
78%
4 star
15%
3 star
7%
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At first, I have never lived in a community setting. Took a while to adjust. Love my cottage, my neighbors and have made and met great people and new friends. Staff wonderful people. Chef along with his...
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.
Country Club Village is an affordable all-inclusive retirement community, situated on 28 acres and located just outside of the Hot Springs National Park. A Sunshine Retirement Living Community, we offer a variety of amenities to simplify your life, including three chef-prepared meals daily,...
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2020 Photos available
9.5
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14 reviews
9.5
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14 reviews
5 star
72%
4 star
21%
3 star
7%
2 star
0%
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They are wonderful with my dad. The facility has always been clean. The patients are treated respectfully and they have something going everyday for activities. Seems there is a high staff turn over but...
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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8.6
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37 reviews
8.6
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37 reviews
5 star
47%
4 star
32%
3 star
11%
2 star
5%
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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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8.0
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6 reviews
8.0
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6 reviews
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4 star
33%
3 star
17%
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Wish they had more activities for chair bound clients. But Garrett Woods is a great atmosphere, with loving, caring staff and good care for family. I will recommend GW to all friends and family.
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.
Garrett Woods Senior Living has been a part of the Hot Springs Community for almost 20 years. Located directly off of Central Avenue and in a quiet secluded park-like area, residents can get out and walk or sit in the many comfortable out-door sitting areas. We are minutes away from Hot Springs...
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Great location, convenient to church next door. Friendly, helpful, caring staff. Great view of the mountains. Need more residents because some have died or left.
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.
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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.
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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 Garland County, Arkansas, Christopher Homes of Hot Springs, are senior apartments providing an affordable living to 62 years plus residents and those who have physical disabilities particularly immobility cases. The apartments provide a modern type of living to the residents being...
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Cost of independent living in Bear, AR

The average cost of senior living in Bear is $2,887 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Daisy, AR with an average of $2,303 per month.

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

Bear, AR
$2,887/mo

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

Bear, AR
$2,887/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

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

$3,771/mo
Independent Living
$2,887/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,425/mo
Studio
$3,327/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,673/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,966/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,738/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Bear over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Bear

Recent reviews for independent living in Bear

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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Brookfield Hot Springs

4.8
Brookfield is a very pleasant place with very caring staff. They have been extremely helpful in many different ways: transportation to medical appointments and provision of information to name a couple. The medical professional on staff are very nice and helpful also. I picked this facility ...
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Garrett Woods in Hot Springs, AR

4.4
What really stood out to us right away about Garrett Woods is their staff - they are extremely friendly and have been very easy to work with since day one. Based on the experience we have had so far we would recommend this community to other families looking for a place for themselves or their ...
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Bear independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bear independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bear, 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 Bear 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 Bear partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bear, ARNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Bear 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 Bear communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bear, ARNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
50%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
30%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bear 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 Bear offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bear, ARNational
Activity director
Activity director
60%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
60%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
60%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
60%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
60%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60%
46.1%
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West Shores, Country Club Village Retirement Community and Brookfield Hot Springs are the top-rated independent living facilities near Bear, Arkansas. See full list of communities.

There are 11 independent living facilities near Bear, Arkansas. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Bear, Arkansas is West Shores. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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