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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 37 independent living facilities in Chickalah, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

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I rate Brookdale Russellville a 5, on all aspects. The people, all of them, were the friendliest, most helpful, most supportive in every way. They were willing to make any accommodation possible, to be sure...
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.
Do more of what you loveLiving room or magical fort for the grandkids?  It’s your choice. At our community, your apartment will have plenty of room to entertain. With several floorplans to choose from, you have access to both Independent Living and Assisted Living so you’ll have the...
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Friendly place feels like being in a pleasant community. A caring facility, many activities you can be as busy as you want to be. I never feel lonely. Everyone gets to be a friend. The apartments are quiet,...
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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Great place, mother is happy. Have had very few issues that were all minor and resolved quickly and without fuss. Staff is very friendly, professional and provides care with a smile.
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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Atrium at Serenity Pointe is the friendliest place on earth!! What stuck out most about the facility was the atrium area, and lake setting. The facility is more like a resort than an assisted living.
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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Seem very good, clean, VA, veterans attentive, meals very good, definitely a very assisted living place, lots of activities, happier residents than ones I have seen and worked in
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.
Redefine independence. Discover your new home sweet home.If you’re looking for a new place to live well, our Arkansas community is a great choice. You’ll find us nestled in a quiet Faulkner County neighborhood, far out of the way of the hustle and bustle of the nine to five daily grind. Life...
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The staff is very professional and knowledgeable about the Village. The tour of the grounds was very informative. I would definitely recommend if you’re looking for a beautiful place for your family member.
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.
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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My grandfather has had a wonderful experience at Heritage Inn Retirement Center.He is doing very well, he enjoys it a lot. The environment is very clean no concerns there at all. The staff is what makes the...
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.
Heritage Inn can offer you peace of mind and the chance to be part of a social community. You can choose from a studio, one, or two bedroom private apartment. The apartments are unfurnished allowing you to create your own personal living style with your favorite furnishings and possessions....
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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.
Ridgemere Senior Living is located in Conway, Ar and is proud to offer a variety of senior living options for active seniors who are looking for “All of the Fun and none of the Chores!” Our top of the line amenities create a rich and reward social culture. Ridgemere offers a perfect blend 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.
Welcome to Village Park of Conway. We are Central Arkansas’ premier retirement and assisted living community, nestled in beautiful historic downtown Conway. What We DoWe offer personalized assistance and compassionate care for adults and seniors who may no longer be able to live on their own,...
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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My husband and I chose this community because it's still close to our friends and family. It is wonderful, the staff are responsive and friendly. They keep it clean and smelling good. The people are easy to...
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.
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: 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.
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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.
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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: 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.
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Mom and Dad moved in and love it here. My siblings and I toured nearly every facility in Conway and Southridge was the perfect fit for my family.
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.
Southridge Village of ConwaySouthridge Village of Conway assisted living is located in the picturesque county seat of Faulkner County, Arkansas. Conway is a mid-sized city that is home to one of the South’s premiere sports fishing destinations, Lake Conway, where bass, crapple, catfish, and other...

Cost of independent living in Chickalah, AR

The average cost of senior living in Chickalah is $3,264 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Blue Mountain, AR with an average of $2,839 per month.

Independent living costs in Chickalah, AR, vs. nearby cities

Chickalah, AR
$3,264/mo
$3,397/mo

Independent living costs in Chickalah, AR, vs. state and national averages

Chickalah, AR
$3,264/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Chickalah, AR, vs. other senior living options

$3,815/mo
Independent Living
$3,264/mo

Independent living costs in Chickalah, AR, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,425/mo
Studio
$3,488/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,660/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,268/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,157/mo

Senior living costs in Chickalah 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: Chickalah, AR
Column state: Arkansas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeChickalah, ARArkansasU.S.
Independent Living$3,264/mo$2,906/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$3,768/mo$4,059/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$3,815/mo$4,075/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Chickalah, AR:$3,264/mo
Arkansas:$2,906/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Chickalah, AR:$3,768/mo
Arkansas:$4,059/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Chickalah, AR:$3,815/mo
Arkansas:$4,075/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Chickalah, AR, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Chickalah 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.

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Independent living cost trends in Chickalah, AR

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Chickalah 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 median 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
Chickalah, AR$3,006/mo$3,239/mo-7.2%
Arkansas$2,820/mo$2,631/mo+7.2%
National$3,222/mo$3,101/mo+3.9%
Chickalah, AR
2024 average cost:$3,006/mo
2023 average cost:$3,239/mo
Percent change:-7.2%
Arkansas
2024 average cost:$2,820/mo
2023 average cost:$2,631/mo
Percent change:+7.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,222/mo
2023 average cost:$3,101/mo
Percent change:+3.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Chickalah

Recent reviews for independent living in Chickalah

Providence Assisted Living in Clarksville, AR

5.0
Grandpa is adjusting to this very family like atmosphere. I am very impressed with how well the facility is taken care of. Everyone there seems to genuinely care about the tenants living there. I am very happy with Herritage Inn.

Southridge Village of Conway

5.0
My siblings and I visited nearly every senior care facility in Conway. The apartments at Southridge are spacious, tastefully designed and very clean. The staff is friendly and attentive. The food in the dining hall is good. It had everything we were looking for. Since openings are rare, we ...
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Country Club Village Retirement Community in Hot Springs, AR

5.0
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 associates. So friendly and helpful. I highly recommend CCV! Plenty to do! If there’s ever a ...
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Chickalah independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Chickalah independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Chickalah, 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 Chickalah 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 Chickalah partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Chickalah, ARNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
13.8%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
17.2%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
17.2%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.4%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Chickalah 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 Chickalah communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Chickalah, ARNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20.7%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
27.6%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.8%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Chickalah 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 Chickalah offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Chickalah, ARNational
Activity director
Activity director
27.6%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
24.1%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.7%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.4%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
31%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
37.9%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
31%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24.1%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.6%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
31%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
31%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
31%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20.7%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
27.6%
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Brookdale Russellville, West Shores and Brookfield Hot Springs are the top-rated independent living facilities near Chickalah, Arkansas. See full list of communities.
There are 37 independent living facilities near Chickalah, Arkansas. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Chickalah, Arkansas are Brookdale Russellville and West Shores. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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