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9.9
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134 reviews
9.9
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134 reviews
5 star
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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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9.2
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41 reviews
9.2
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41 reviews
5 star
46%
4 star
34%
3 star
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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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8.0
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7 reviews
8.0
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7 reviews
5 star
57%
4 star
29%
3 star
14%
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They have been attentive to whatever she has needed though. We love the place & highly recommend it to anyone. Have friends that have lived there around 10 years. Friendly, home vibe. Not pressured to do...
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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9.6
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23 reviews
9.6
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23 reviews
5 star
70%
4 star
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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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33 Floor plans available
7.6
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31 reviews
7.6
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31 reviews
5 star
71%
4 star
13%
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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
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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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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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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Cost of independent living in Red Oak, AR

The average cost of senior living in Red Oak is $2,887 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Glenwood, AR with an average of $2,603 per month.

Independent living costs in Red Oak, AR, vs. nearby cities

Red Oak, AR
$2,887/mo
$3,408/mo

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

Red Oak, AR
$2,887/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Red Oak, AR, vs. other senior living options

$4,458/mo
Independent Living
$2,887/mo

Independent living costs in Red Oak, AR, by floor plan 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

Senior living costs in Red Oak 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: Red Oak, AR
Column state: Arkansas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRed Oak, ARArkansasU.S.
Independent Living$2,887/mo$2,906/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$3,756/mo$4,059/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,458/mo$4,075/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Red Oak, AR:$2,887/mo
Arkansas:$2,906/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Red Oak, AR:$3,756/mo
Arkansas:$4,059/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Red Oak, AR:$4,458/mo
Arkansas:$4,075/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Red Oak, AR, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Red Oak 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 Red Oak, AR

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Red Oak 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
Red Oak, AR$3,006/mo$3,239/mo-7.2%
Arkansas$2,820/mo$2,631/mo+7.2%
National$3,226/mo$3,103/mo+4.0%
Red Oak, 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:$3,226/mo
2023 average cost:$3,103/mo
Percent change:+4.0%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

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 Red Oak

Recent reviews for independent living in Red Oak

Garrett Woods in Hot Springs, AR

4.9
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.

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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Brookfield Hot Springs

5.0
We are very pleased with this place. They went above and beyond getting our mother placed in a matter of days. Yes, we would recommend Brookfield Hot Springs to other families based on the experience so far.

Red Oak independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Red Oak independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Red Oak, 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 Red Oak 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 Red Oak partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Red Oak, ARNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
44.4%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
44.4%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.4%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.1%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Red Oak 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 Red Oak communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Red Oak, ARNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
55.6%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Red Oak 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 Red Oak offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Red Oak, ARNational
Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
66.7%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
55.6%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
66.7%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
66.7%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.7%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
66.7%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

West Shores, Atrium at Serenity Pointe and Garrett Woods are the top-rated independent living facilities near Red Oak, Arkansas. See full list of communities.

There are 9 independent living facilities near Red Oak, Arkansas. See the full list.

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

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