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6 Best Independent Living Communities in Welsh, AR

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The cost of independent living in Welsh is about $3,671 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 6 options. Read 182 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.

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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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9.2
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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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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...
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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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
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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Cost of independent living in Welsh, AR

The average cost of senior living in Welsh is $3,671 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dierks, AR with an average of $2,283 per month.

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

Welsh, AR
$3,671/mo
$2,683/mo
$2,868/mo

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

Welsh, AR
$3,671/mo
U.S. national average
$4,157/mo

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

$3,524/mo
Independent Living
$3,671/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,150/mo
Studio
$3,398/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,255/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,185/mo

Senior living costs in Welsh 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: Welsh, AR
Column state: Arkansas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWelsh, ARArkansasU.S.
Independent Living$3,671/mo$3,058/mo$4,157/mo
Assisted Living$3,561/mo$4,225/mo$4,708/mo
Memory Care$3,524/mo$4,245/mo$4,941/mo
Independent Living
Welsh, AR:$3,671/mo
Arkansas:$3,058/mo
U.S.:$4,157/mo
Assisted Living
Welsh, AR:$3,561/mo
Arkansas:$4,225/mo
U.S.:$4,708/mo
Memory Care
Welsh, AR:$3,524/mo
Arkansas:$4,245/mo
U.S.:$4,941/mo
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Independent living costs in Welsh, AR, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Welsh 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
Welsh, AR$4,234/mo$3,314/mo+27.8%
Arkansas$2,607/mo$2,578/mo+1.1%
National$3,103/mo$2,955/mo+5.0%
Welsh, AR
2024 average cost:$4,234/mo
2023 average cost:$3,314/mo
Percent change:+27.8%
Arkansas
2024 average cost:$2,607/mo
2023 average cost:$2,578/mo
Percent change:+1.1%
National
2024 average cost:$3,103/mo
2023 average cost:$2,955/mo
Percent change:+5.0%
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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 Welsh

Recent reviews for independent living in Welsh

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.

West Shores in Hot Springs, AR

5.0
West Shores is a great place to live. Lots of activities, nice place. Restaurant has great servers. The food is good too. I just cant say how nice the people are. The 2 Executives, the people at the front desk and the 2 drivers. I feel my rent is fair.

Atrium at Serenity Pointe in Hot Springs, AR

4.5
What I like the most about the Atrium at Serenity Pointe is the staff, and yes I would recommend this community to other families base on the experience I have had so far. My only complaint and concern is the meals - the variety and quality could be improved.

Welsh independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Welsh independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Welsh, 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 Welsh 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 Welsh partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Welsh, ARNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
10.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Welsh 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 Welsh communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Welsh, ARNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16.7%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
50%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Welsh 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 Welsh offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Welsh, ARNational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
50%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
46.4%
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West Shores, Atrium at Serenity Pointe and Garrett Woods are the top-rated independent living facilities near Welsh, Arkansas. See full list of communities.

There are 6 independent living facilities near Welsh, Arkansas. See the full list.

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

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