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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Royal, AR
The cost of independent living in Royal is about $3,606 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 34 options. Read 401 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Hot Springs, Hot Springs Village and Lake Hamilton.
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9.8
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118 reviews
West Shores is great! Would I recommend anyone else to live here? Absolutely! It doesn't take much to make a person like me happy. All I need is good friends, good wine, and good music. West Shores offers...
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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9.6
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11 reviews
My mother has made good friends and has a wonderful sense of community. She enjoys the variety of activities offered. She came here after over 30 years in her previous community so it was a difficult...
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.
1. Chenal Pines Retirement opened April of 2020.2. Our community managers have over 18 years of combined experience in senior living. 3. Chenal Pines is a member in good standing with the Little Rock Chamber of Commerce. 4. Resort Lifestyle Communities, our parent company, operates 50+...
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9.4
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15 reviews
Friendly, professional staff. Clean and nice facility. Units look and feel like 1 bedroom apartments (feels more like home than a medical facility). Some units open to enclosed courtyard..nice to sit...
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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9.3
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28 reviews
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
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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,...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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9.2
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37 reviews
Staff is friendly, patient, caring and are always flexible and available to answer questions. They treat family members who live in memory care with patience, respect, and concern.
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.
It’s good to be home.If you are ready to go seize the day on your next adventure with your grandkids, but need a little bit of help, our Assisted Living community might be the right one for you.You’ll also have peace of mind knowing our staff is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to be...
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8.7
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38 reviews
I had to move [name removed] out due to him being unable to adapt to not smoking in his apartment. Staff worked with me and him, but he refused to stop smoking inside. They were very compromising and...
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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8.6
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21 reviews
Our loved one is no longer at Parkway Village, but the improvement that was needed is employees who care! Unfortunately, I'm being told that is the problem at most if not all places. People don't want to...
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.
Parkway Village, located in bustling west Little Rock, is the only continuing care retirement community in central Arkansas. Founded by Baptist Health, Arkansas’ leading private healthcare system, we serve residents with home options, cultural and recreational activities, and wellness services...
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8.2
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5 reviews
Overall, the facility is very clean. Dad's room is not always cleaned though. A couple of things made us choose the Summit. It was a new facility for one, and the director and staff were just so awesome that...
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.
Experience a carefree lifestyle in our classic, homey design, tailored to meet the needs and preferences of active seniors. Embrace worry-free days, filled with engaging events, delightful meals, and a strong sense of belonging. Our top-quality services and comprehensive amenities ensure your...
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8.2
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5 reviews
Everyone who interacted with myself and my father-in-law were very polite and caring. Always kept us informed of any situation. Facility is very clean and the Memory Care unit is very secure. No worries...
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.
ASSISTED LIVING AMENITIES• Spacious suites with a variety of floor plansfor comfort and recreation• Active lifestyle program that promotes social, emotional and physical wellbeing• Delicious chef-prepared meals and healthy snacks served daily in a restaurant-style atmosphere• Concierge services...
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8.2
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16 reviews
Heartfelt staff who go the extra mile. Even during emergency (snowstorm, tornado warning) - the Residents and their safety come first. Also the Activity Director is amazing!
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.
Welcome to The Manor at Benton! At The Manor we believe every individual is unique and beautiful. That is what makes them Extraordinary! We treat each resident like family and with the respect they deserve.Our beautifully appointed Cottage homes are perfect for an independent living lifestyle....
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8.0
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6 reviews
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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Pleasant staff and friendly residents. Lovely apartments. Clean grounds and are well kept. Very safe and quiet and first responders are fast and efficient. Great place to live but it is independent living...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
People are talking about The Courtyard Cottages. If you are 55 years of age or older and are looking for a new home, come by and see what we have to offer. Courtyard Cottages has one bedroom and two bedroom units each with fully equipped kitchen, carpet and two full baths in the two bedroom...
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5.7
Review score
5 reviews
I've only been contacted by the facility one time when my mother fell but I know she's fallen several times while living there. I feel the staff could be more communicative, even if over text, about her...
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.
Fox Ridge is a community that provides luxury, compassion and affordability to create retirement living unlike any other. With our garden homes, independent, assisted living, and memory care we provide options which are sure to meet your needs and surpass your expectations.At Fox Ridge, you'll...
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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.
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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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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My Mom stayed in Abundant Life. They were very kind and family like. She loved the TLC that they showed her. Their care was superb and very appreciated
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.
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.
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.
3.0
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2 reviews
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Cost of independent living in Royal, AR
The average cost of senior living in Royal is $3,606 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Daisy, AR with an average of $2,361 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Royal, AR vs. nearby cities
Royal, AR
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Royal, AR vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Royal vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Royal, AR by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Royal
Recent reviews for independent living in Royal
Parkway Village in Little Rock, AR
3.8
I think Parkway Village is a nice place to live. If I have garbage, someone takes it out for me. If something's broken, they fix it. There are people in the office to ask questions and get advice from. I don't have to maintain a lawn anymore. Electricity is included in the monthly fee, ...
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The Manor Senior Living Community of Benton in Bryant, AR
4.6
The staff treats each individual resident as if they are their own family.
The room sizes in assisted living are good. They offer a wide variety of different activities on site for the residents.
I would highly recommend The Manor of Benton to others.
Chenal Pines Retirement Resort in Little Rock, AR
5.0
The meals at Chenal Pines Retirement Resort are outstanding! The move in process went smoothly. The staff is very friendly and helpful. Honestly, I think part of this is just Arkansas! I've lived all over the country and these are the friendliest people I've ever met. Mom is very happy at Chenal ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Warm and welcoming community atmosphere. Several reviews mention the friendly and family like atmosphere at various communities, such as West Shores, where everyone knows each other and residents make new friends. Residents enjoy socializing with their neighbors and participating in activities together.
Delicious and varied meals. Meals are a highlight for many seniors, with positive comments about the quality and variety of food at communities like Chenal Pines Retirement Resort and Country Club Village Retirement Community. Residents appreciate the accommodations for dietary restrictions and look forward to mealtime ...
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Helpful and supportive staff. Numerous reviews express gratitude for the caring and attentive staff at their communities, such as Atrium at Serenity Pointe and West Shores, who go the extra mile to ensure residents feel comfortable and well-cared for.
Engaging activities and social opportunities. Activities and social events are crucial for many seniors to stay engaged and active, as mentioned in reviews for West Shores, Chenal Pines Retirement Resort, and Country Club Village Retirement Community, which offer diverse activities to meet various interests and preferences.
Well-maintained living spaces and grounds. The cleanliness and upkeep of communities are essential to residents, as noted in reviews for The Clearspring, Chenal Pines Retirement Resort, and Parkway Village, where residents praise the well-kept living spaces and gardens.
Accessible and accommodating community resources. Residents require various resources to ensure their comfort and well-being, as mentioned in reviews for West Shores, Chenal Pines Retirement Resort, and Parkway Village, which offer services like transportation, grocery shopping, and doctor appointments to simplify daily life.
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Royal independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Royal independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Royal, 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 Royal 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 Royal partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Royal, ARNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.6%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.3%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
35.5%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25.8%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.9%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Royal 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 Royal communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Royal, ARNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35.5%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.9%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
38.7%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.4%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Royal 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 Royal offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Royal, ARNational
Activity director
Activity director
41.9%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
41.9%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.7%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.9%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.2%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.6%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45.2%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.7%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
45.2%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.2%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
45.2%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
35.5%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.8%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.9%
45.7%
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West Shores, Chenal Pines Retirement Resort and Brookfield Hot Springs are the top-rated independent living facilities near Royal, Arkansas. See full list of communities.
There are 34 independent living facilities near Royal, Arkansas. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Royal, Arkansas is West Shores. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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