About Assisted LivingAssisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.Complete guide to assisted livingBest of 2024 Assisted Living Winners
About Memory CareMemory 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. Complete guide to memory careBest of 2024 Memory Care Winners
About Independent LivingIndependent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to independent livingBest of 2024 Independent Living Winners
About Senior LivingSenior living is a term used to describe various housing and care options for older adults from maintenance-free, 55+ facilities for active seniors, to secure, fully staffed facilities for seniors with Alzheimer's or dementia.
Complete guide to senior livingFind senior living facilities near you
About Nursing HomesNursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.Complete guide to Nursing Homes
About Home Care Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home. Complete guide to home careBest of 2024 Home Care Winners
About Senior ApartmentsSenior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to Senior Apartments
About Care HomesResidential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.Complete guide to care homes
Veteran ResourcesVA benefits for long-term care, such as Aid and Attendance benefits, can help eligible veterans and their surviving spouses pay for senior care.Guide to VA benefits for long-term care
More About Veterans Benefits
Senior Living Awards
How Our Service Works
Caregiver ResourcesAdd Review(866) 374-4058
Talk to a local advisor for FREE
10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Shirley, AR
If your loved one needs memory care in Shirley, A Place for Mom can help. With 23 memory care facilities in Shirley, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in Shirley incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Shirley memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Shirley, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Heber Springs, Fairfield Bay and Formosa.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Heber Springs, Fairfield Bay and Formosa.
Shirley Memory Care Facilities | 185 Reviews
Showing 26 communities
Last Updated: 11/7/24
Sort by
Filter by
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.
Our free advisors can help
- Compare local facilities
- Determine care type
- Schedule tours
- Evaluate pricing
Cost of memory care in Shirley, AR
The average cost of senior living in Shirley is $3,732 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Rose Bud, AR with an average of $2,727 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Shirley, AR vs. nearby cities
Shirley, AR
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Shirley, AR vs. the state and national average
Shirley, AR
U.S. national average
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Shirley vs. other types of senior living
Memory Care
Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Shirley, AR by room type
Semi-Private
Studio
1 Bedroom
2 Bedroom
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
Average cost of Memory Care in Shirley over time
Shirley, ARAR stateNational
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.
Your Guide to Paying for Care
Plan for and know your options for how to cover long-term care expenses.
Your Guide to VA Benefits
The VA provides two veterans benefits that can be used to offset the costs of long-term care.
Medicare and Medicaid
Understand the difference between these two public pay options, and what they cover.
What families are saying about memory care in Shirley
Recent reviews for memory care in Shirley
Southridge Village of Conway
5.0
My siblings and I visited nearly every senior care facility in Conway. The apartments at Southridge are spacious, tastefully designed and very clean. The staff is friendly and attentive. The food in the dining hall is good. It had everything we were looking for. Since openings are rare, we ...
Read more
Southern Meadows Senior Living in Mountain Home, AR
4.1
They have been a great facility for my sister. She's very happy there. Cleaning of the apartments could be improved, they sometimes get a little lax in the bathroom. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend Southern Meadows to other families.
Providence Assisted Living of Searcy
5.0
I would recommend people check this community. It is very welcoming to families and residents. It was very friendly, and the staff seemed happy doing their job.
They had arts and crafts, church services, movie nights, ice cream socials, and more for residents to choose from.
Shirley review score based on 32 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 32 reviews of 19 Shirley memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Shirley 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
Shirley review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Shirley 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 32 reviews of 19 Shirley memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Shirley 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.Shirley, AR averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.4
Friendliness
4.4
4.5
Care services
3.9
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.4
Meals & dining
3.7
4.0
Activities
4.1
4.0
Value for cost*
3.7
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
Shirley memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shirley memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shirley, 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 Shirley 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 Shirley that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Shirley, ARNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
23.1%
57.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
15.4%
43.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
73.1%
74.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
73.1%
89.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
26.9%
64.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
3.8%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
73.1%
80.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
26.9%
54.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
26.9%
64.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Shirley 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 Shirley Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shirley, ARNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
19.2%
66.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
7.7%
41.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
19.2%
62.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
3.8%
23.6%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shirley 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 Shirley partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shirley, ARNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.4%
24.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
7.7%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
7.7%
37%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
15.4%
44.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select dining options in Shirley 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 Shirley communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shirley, ARNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
7.7%
28.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.1%
34.4%
Room service
Room service
23.1%
32.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.7%
20%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select programs and activities in Shirley 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 Shirley offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shirley, ARNational
Activity director
Activity director
23.1%
40.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.5%
29.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.5%
25.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
26.9%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
23.1%
46.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
30.8%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.9%
35.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
11.5%
30.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
11.5%
32.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
26.9%
42.2%
Live performances
Live performances
19.2%
42.6%
Dances
Dances
15.4%
27.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.2%
19.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
23.1%
41.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Frequently Asked Questions
Good Samaritan Society Mountain Home, Southern Meadows Senior Living and Crestview Senior Living are the top-rated memory care facilities near Shirley, Arkansas. See full list of communities.
There are 23 memory care facilities near Shirley, Arkansas. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Shirley, Arkansas are Southern Meadows Senior Living. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 23 memory care facilities near you in Shirley, Arkansas typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Shirley, 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 Shirley, 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 Shirley, Arkansas ranges from $1157 to $6070. The average Memory Care cost in Shirley, Arkansas is $3,732. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Shirley, Arkansas typically starts at $1157. 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.
More questions?
Ask an A Place for Mom local advisor at no cost.
Memory Care in Cities Near Shirley
- Heber Springs, Arkansas
- Fairfield Bay, Arkansas
- Formosa, Arkansas
- Heber Springs, Arkansas
- Whispering Springs, Arkansas
- Elba, Arkansas
- Elba, Arkansas
- Clinton, Arkansas
- Guy, Arkansas
- Twin Groves, Arkansas
- Damascus, Arkansas
- Martinville, Arkansas
- Catholic Point, Arkansas
- Catholic Point, Arkansas
- Quitman, Arkansas
- Fairbanks, Arkansas
- Fairbanks, Arkansas
- Center Ridge, Arkansas
- Bee Branch, Arkansas
- Bee Branch, Arkansas
More options near Shirley, Arkansas
The information contained on this page is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute medical, legal or financial advice or create a professional relationship between A Place for Mom and the reader. Always seek the advice of your health care provider, attorney or financial advisor with respect to any particular matter, and do not act or refrain from acting on the basis of anything you have read on this site. Links to third-party websites are only for the convenience of the reader; A Place for Mom does not endorse the contents of the third-party sites.
Back to top