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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Melbourne, AR
If you’re looking for independent living in the Melbourne 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 Melbourne. 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 31 independent living facilities in Melbourne, 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 Cherokee Village, Cherokee Village and Ash Flat.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Cherokee Village, Cherokee Village and Ash Flat.
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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: 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
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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
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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.
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Cost of independent living in Melbourne, AR
The average cost of senior living in Melbourne is $3,053 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sidney, AR with an average of $1,624 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Melbourne, AR vs. nearby cities
Melbourne, AR
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Melbourne, AR vs. the state and national average
Melbourne, AR
U.S. national average
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Melbourne vs. other types of senior living
Independent Living
Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Melbourne, AR by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Melbourne
Recent reviews for independent living in Melbourne
Good Samaritan Society Mountain Home
5.0
Very quick to respond to any concern when interested and moving in. The food in the apartments is delicious. I am really enjoying my time here. Pet friendly.
Cedarhurst of West Plains
4.8
My family has checked in different states and the cost is about the same. Cedarhurst of West Plains is a newer facility than the ones they have looked at! I have made several friends here at Cedarhurst.
Southern Meadows Senior Living in Mountain Home, AR
4.8
Facility is clean, easy to find your way around and the rooms are nice sized. The staff is friendly, helpful, knowledgeable and compassionate.
I would recommend Southern Meadows to others.
Melbourne independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Melbourne independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Melbourne, 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 Melbourne 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 Melbourne partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Melbourne, ARNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
3.1%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
9.4%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
6.3%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
9.4%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.1%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Melbourne 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 Melbourne communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Melbourne, ARNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
3.1%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
15.6%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
12.5%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.3%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Melbourne 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 Melbourne offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Melbourne, ARNational
Activity director
Activity director
9.4%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
6.3%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
9.4%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
15.6%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
12.5%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
18.8%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
15.6%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
9.4%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
9.4%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
15.6%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
6.3%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
6.3%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.4%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
12.5%
40%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Good Samaritan Society Mountain Home, Southern Meadows Senior Living and Cedarhurst of West Plains are the top-rated independent living facilities near Melbourne, Arkansas. See full list of communities.
There are 31 independent living facilities near Melbourne, Arkansas. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Melbourne, Arkansas are Southern Meadows Senior Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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