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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Garner, AR
If you’re looking for independent living in the Garner area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Garner. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 76 independent living facilities in Garner, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Toneyville.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Cabot, Beebe and Searcy.
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Good morning to whom it may concern I want to give my experience about living at buffington towers I love this place and I think it's a wonderful place for someone to come and live but my problem is we only...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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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.
Buffington Towers is a senior apartment living complex in the vibrant and interesting capital city of Little Rock, Pulaski County, Arkansas. Little Rock is a city located along the banks of the Arkansas River. The river bridge is a sight to see and Little Rock boasts numerous outdoor recreational...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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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.
Christopher Homes of Searcy located in Searcy, White County, Arkansas are apartment living nestled in an adorable little community. Searcy Arkansas is full of historic scenery for senior citizens who adore these types of architecture and antiquity in their quaint little home town. Searcy is a...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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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.
Christopher Homes of Searcy located in Searcy, White County, Arkansas are apartment living nestled in an adorable little community. Searcy Arkansas is full of historic scenery for senior citizens who adore these types of architecture and antiquity in their quaint little home town. Searcy is a...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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
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
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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
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: 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.
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.
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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.
Christopher Homes are located at 900 Carver N. St. Augusta, Arkansas 72006. The contact number is 870-347-2388. A ministry of the Diocese of Little Rock, Christopher Homes provides low-income housing to mobility impaired individuals and senior citizen's 62 years or older. This senior 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.
Christopher Homes are located at 900 Carver N. St. Augusta, Arkansas 72006. The contact number is 870-347-2388. A ministry of the Diocese of Little Rock, Christopher Homes provides low-income housing to mobility impaired individuals and senior citizen's 62 years or older. This senior living...
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.
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.
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.
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: 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.
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.
You will find a wide range of living accommodations at Southridge. You may choose from several floor plans. Each unit comes unfurnished, allowing you to surround yourself with your own personal belongings, which truly gives you that sense of home. All our apartments come supplied with a...
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.
You will find a wide range of living accommodations at Southridge. You may choose from several floor plans. Each unit comes unfurnished, allowing you to surround yourself with your own personal belongings, which truly gives you that sense of home. All our apartments come supplied with a...
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.
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.
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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: 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.
The Christopher Homes of DeValls Bluff is a senior housing located in gorgeous DeValls Bluff, Prairie County, Arkansas. Our unique and beautiful complex has a very laid back and homey feel. Each of our residents can take advantage of all that Devalls Bluff has to offer. For lovers of all things...
Cost of independent living in Garner, AR
The average cost of senior living in Garner is $2,953 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hazen, AR with an average of $500 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Garner, AR vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Garner, AR vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Garner vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Garner, AR by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Garner
Recent reviews for independent living in Garner
Buffington Towers in Little Rock, AR
5.0
Me personally I love our new manager [name removed] she a breath of fresh air. She's a very strict manager and her attitude is very professional by the book. I'm also communicate with other residents that loves how she is running this building. I could go on and on now and she also give us all ...
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Brookdale Conway
4.6
My Mom is turning 103, and has been in Brookdale for several years and we LOVE IT!
You must know this about me (the only living child)...I'm VERY protective of my Mom!
The Employees at Brookdale, Conway are Family! They treat my Mom with Respect, love, compassion, and stay in touch with me if ...
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The Manor in Little Rock, AR
5.0
I like this community. The community is outstanding. I like the staff and the they are always attentive. I feel good knowing that she is happy living here. The menu is very appealing and she is please with the menu. They offer my mom activiites to participate with other. I highly recommendthis ...
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Garner independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Garner independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Garner, 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 Garner 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 Garner partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Garner, ARNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.5%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
15.3%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
14.1%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
15.3%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.9%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Garner 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 Garner communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Garner, ARNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
21.2%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
22.4%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
4.7%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Garner 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 Garner offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Garner, ARNational
Activity director
Activity director
24.7%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.8%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.3%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
27.1%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
27.1%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
27.1%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25.9%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
15.3%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25.9%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
23.5%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
16.5%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.2%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
24.7%
40%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Willow Grove of Sherwood, Chenal Pines Retirement Resort and Holiday by Atria Andover Place are the top-rated independent living facilities near Garner, Arkansas. See full list of communities.
There are 76 independent living facilities near Garner, Arkansas. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Garner, Arkansas are Willow Grove of Sherwood. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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