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The 2 Best Memory Care Facilities in Fort Smith, AR

2 communities near Fort Smith, Arkansas

Brookdale Fort Smith

5501 Duncan Road, Fort Smith, AR 72903Assisted LivingMemory Care

Stop worrying about the house and start planning how you want to spend your days. Whether you’re looking for assisted living or memory care, Brookdale Fort Smith has care options to meet your changing needs. Located in the mountains of the Ozark National Forest and the Ouachita National Forest, our community has the lifestyle you want, plus care if you need it, like bathing, dressing and managin...

Memory Lane Level II

1012 Fayetteville Road, Van Buren, AR 72956Assisted LivingMemory Care

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Cost of memory care in Fort Smith area

According to Seniorly’s 2023-2024 pricing data, families are paying an average of $3,516 per month for memory care communities in Fort Smith. The national average for memory care costs in 2023 was $6,348. Overall, memory care costs in Fort Smith are 45% lower than the national average.

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Compare average cost of memory care in Fort Smith, AR with nearby cities

The figures below show the average monthly starting costs for Memory Care of nearby cities. Keep in mind that these figures are an average, and that the numbers used to calculate it spanned a wide range. In fact, Seniorly data suggests that most families will underestimate their monthly budget by almost 20%, meaning that once inclusions and services are factored in, they can actually afford more than they originally thought.

$6,026/mo

Van Buren

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Cost of care trends and insights for Fort Smith, AR

How are Memory Care costs Fort Smith this year?

Memory Care prices have fallen an average of 26.15% a year since last year. Below is the median cost each year and its percent decrease, according to our proprietary data. On average, memory care in Fort Smith, AR is $3,516/mo.

Montly median cost for memory care, 1 bedroom: Fort Smith, AR (2023)

$3,516

-26.15% year over year

Get to know memory care in Fort Smith, AR

Number of memory care communities in Fort Smith, AR

Number of memory care communities in Sebastian County

Memory Care amenities in Fort Smith, AR

100% of these memory care offer resident-run activities

100% of these memory care offer fitness activities

100% of these memory care have walking paths

Average Seniorly Community Score in Fort Smith, AR

9.9

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What is Seniorly Community Score?

The Seniorly Community Score is a comprehensive and unbiased rating system that takes into account multiple factors crucial to senior living quality. We've meticulously analyzed thousands of senior living communities across the country to create an innovative and accurate assessment of each community's strengths and offerings. The Seniorly Community Score employs a user-friendly scale from 1 to 10, with 10 signifying an exceptional senior living community and 1 representing the lower end of quality, ensuring an easy-to-understand and transparent evaluation for families.

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Average Seniorly Community Score by city

3.8

Van Buren

1 memory care communities

Get to know Fort Smith area

Demographics

Total population: 87,743

34% of population is 50+ years old, 15% is 65+ years old

Median income: $45,399

The poverty rate is 6% higher for this region compared to the Arkansas state average, which is 15%

Diversity

10% of population identify themselves as Black, 6% as Asian, 20% as Hispanic, and 65% as White

Neighborhood

Average housing cost: $725 per month

Nearby access to 0 grocery store and farmers market

Nearby access to 0 park

Crime rate: 463 crimes per 10,000 people

Health

Life expectancy: 75 years old

Preventable hospitalizations: 62 per 1,000 patients

Regional air quality: 4.4 unhealthy air quality days per year

Drinking water quality: 0.1% of people are exposed to violations

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Nursing Homes

For seniors with more serious medical needs who require skilled care following a hospitalization, illness, or surgery. Nursing Homes are also known as skilled nursing facilities.

Assisted Living

For seniors who need some help with daily activities and want a supportive community that’s active, social, and engaging.

Compare Fort Smith area average monthly costs for Memory Care

Compare memory care cost to nearby cities	Average monthly cost
Fort Smith	$4,260
Van Buren	$3,962
Tahlequah	$4,343
Fayetteville	$3,938
Springdale	$4,054
Muskogee	$4,471
Rogers	$4,376
Russellville	$3,953
Bella Vista	$4,702
Eureka Springs	$4,534
Mcalester	$4,288

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