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Memory care in Donaldson offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Donaldson is about $4,342 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 38 communities, read 403 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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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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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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I would tell them they have lots of activities and parties that families are invited to. I'd tell them the food is good and that my parents are receiving adequate care. I would tell them I think they have...
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.
Welcome to Fox Ridge; a community where luxury, compassion and affordability unite to create retirement living unlike any other.  We understand that selecting the right community can be difficult and an emotional experience for seniors and their families.  That is why we are...
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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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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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Cost of memory care in Donaldson, AR

The average cost of senior living in Donaldson is $4,342 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Amity, AR with an average of $3,461 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Donaldson, AR vs. nearby cities

Donaldson, AR
$4,342/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Donaldson, AR vs. the state and national average

Donaldson, AR
$4,342/mo
U.S. national average
$5,070/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Donaldson vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$4,342/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Donaldson, AR by room type

Semi-Private
$4,249/mo
Studio
$4,305/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,391/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,311/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,659/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Donaldson over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Donaldson

Recent reviews for memory care in Donaldson

Chapters Living of Little Rock

5.0
This community was a wonderful place either for respite or long term placement for you or your loved one. We did respite but in doing that we were able to meet other residents that we could see were being well taken care of. The staff were very positive and knowledgeable at this community. The ...
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The Greenbriar on Stagecoach in Little Rock, AR

5.0
The Greenbriar on Stagecoach has been a great community so far. The staff is very helpful, accommodating, and kind, and I feel that my loved one is treated well here. They don't seem to have vary many activities, but the community is very well-maintained and clean. Cleanliness was a huge factor ...
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Vitality Living Pleasant Hills in Little Rock, AR

4.7
This is a good value for the money. The community as a whole works hard to maintain high standards. There has been some staff turnover who haven't met the high standards. The Executive Director is open to communication and feedback. There has been great improvement in the food since the new ...
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Donaldson review score based on 107 family reviews

7.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 107 reviews of 32 Donaldson memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Donaldson review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care 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

Donaldson review score compared against nearby cities

7.3
Donaldson, AR32 facilities
9.0
Friendship, AR8 facilities
8.9
Caddo Valley, AR8 facilities

Review subcategories for Donaldson memory care

When memory care 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 107 reviews of 32 Donaldson memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Donaldson resident and family memory care 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.
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Cleanliness
4.3
4.4
Friendliness
4.5
4.5
Care services
3.8
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.4
Meals & dining
3.7
4.0
Activities
3.8
4.0
Value for cost*
3.9
4.0
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Donaldson memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Donaldson memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Donaldson, 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 Donaldson memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Donaldson that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
50%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
25%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.8%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.9%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
53.1%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
21.9%
28.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.8%
89.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
43.8%
61.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
46.9%
72.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Donaldson memory care

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 Donaldson Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
56.3%
74.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
34.4%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
40.6%
70.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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26.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Donaldson memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Donaldson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Donaldson, ARNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
34.4%
27.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40.6%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
40.6%
41.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.4%
50%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.6%
17.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Donaldson memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Donaldson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
37.5%
31.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40.6%
39.7%
Room service
Room service
43.8%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
22.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Donaldson memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Donaldson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
46.9%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.5%
28.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.9%
54.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.1%
51.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
53.1%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
43.8%
34.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.9%
36.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
40.6%
31.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.9%
46.3%
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Frequently Asked Questions

West Shores, Brookfield Hot Springs and Woodland Heights are the top-rated memory care facilities near Donaldson, Arkansas. See full list of communities.

There are 38 memory care facilities near Donaldson, Arkansas. See the full list.

The best memory care facility near you in Donaldson, Arkansas is West Shores. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

The 38 memory care facilities near you in Donaldson, Arkansas typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Donaldson, Arkansas, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Donaldson, Arkansas, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in Donaldson, Arkansas ranges from $1575 to $8500. The average Memory Care cost in Donaldson, Arkansas is $4,342. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Donaldson, Arkansas typically starts at $1575. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.

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