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The 3 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Russellville, AR for 2024

Located about an hour south of Fayetteville, Russellville is a small city surrounded by outdoor recreational activities, such as hiking, biking, kayaking and fishing. The city is home to over 29,000 people, 12% of whom are seniors 65 and older. While this is lower than the national average of 16.8%, the city still has plenty to offer its senior population. Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center provides local health care, and a low cost of living may attract seniors seeking to stretch the value of their retirement income. 

Some retirees opt to live in assisted living facilities, where they receive assistance from staff present on-site 24/7. These facilities typically provide prepared meals, light housekeeping services and access to a robust social calendar among other amenities. In Russellville, seniors can expect to spend $4,500 per month on assisted living. This is higher than the state average but is on par with the national average.

This guide provides essential information to consider about assisted living in Russellville, including the benefits and drawbacks, the cost of care compared to other areas and financial assistance available. It also discusses regulatory information and laws facilities must follow.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Russellville

In Russellville and the rest of Arkansas, assisted living facilities are overseen by the Arkansas Department of Human Services, Division of Medical Services, Office of Long-Term Care. This office manages licensing, criminal background checks for employees and ensures facilities follow all regulations. It also accepts and investigates complaints against long-term care facilities.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Russellville

  • Russellville's overall cost of living is much lower than national norms, averaging 26 points lower than the U.S. average. It's also lower than the state average. This trend continues with the cost of groceries, health care, housing and transportation. 
  • The climate in Russellville is relatively mild, with July highs around 93 degrees and January lows around 29 degrees. The area sees an average of 223 sunny days per year, higher than the national average of 205. While July and August can be somewhat uncomfortable due to the heat, much of the year is comfortable, making the area ideal for those who enjoy outdoor activities such as fishing or walking nature trails.
  • Crime in Russellville may be a concern for some seniors. On an index of 1 to 100, Russellville scores 23.1 for violent crime and 57.4 for property crime. These figures are higher than the respective national scores of 22.7 and 35.4. However, assisted living facilities tend to offer increased security, reducing the risk of residents being affected by these statistics. 
  • In Russellville, there are 126 physicians per 100,000 people. This is lower than the national average of 210. However, the city is home to Saint Mary's Regional Health System, a 170-bed acute care hospital and level three trauma center, so necessary medical care is nearby for residents.
  • Arkansas as a whole is tax-friendly toward seniors. In Russellville, seniors will not be taxed on Social Security income. Pensions and withdrawals from retirement accounts are partially taxed, meaning every dollar can stretch further to cover other expenses. 
  • Russellville has very high-quality water. Using the annual BestPlaces Water Quality Index, water in Russellville scores 91 out of 100 compared to the national average of 55. Although this is a measure of watershed quality rather than the water from a faucet, the EPA states that high-quality water from the watershed is closely related to the quality of drinking water in the area.

Paying for Assisted Living in Russellville

In Russellville, seniors can expect to pay $4,500 per month for assisted living care.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

The cost of assisted living in Russellville is $4,500 on average, the same as the national norm. However, it's around $740 more than the Arkansas state average. It's also more expensive compared to surrounding areas. In Little Rock, costs average $12 per month cheaper. In Fort Smith and Jonesboro, costs drop by $650 and $850, respectively. The most affordable area for assisted living is Pine Bluff, where seniors can expect to pay around $3,329 per month.

Russellville

$4,500

Arkansas

$3,760

United States

$4,500

Little Rock

$4,488

Pine Bluff

$3,329

Fort Smith

$3,850

Jonesboro

$3,650

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Both in-home and home health care cost less than assisted living, averaging $4,290 per month in Russellville. However, due to the added cost of living expenses, home care is likely more expensive overall than the $4,500 cost of assisted living. Seniors requiring daytime assistance can save money with adult day health care, which averages $1,560 per month. The most expensive option for care is a nursing home facility, with semiprivate rooms averaging $6,083 per month.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Russellville

Seniors in Russellville may be able to receive financial help with the cost of assisted living under the state's Medicaid Living Choices Assisted Living Waiver program. While this program covers the cost of care, it doesn't provide assistance with room-and-board costs. The state doesn't provide seniors with a Medicaid optional state supplement, but it does limit the amount that assisted living facilities are allowed to charge for room and board when residents are Medicaid or Supplemental Security Income beneficiaries. 

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Arkansas page.

Financial Assistance in Arkansas

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Arkansas page.

Free & Low-Cost Assisted Living Resources in Russellville

Russellville and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.

To see a list of free assisted living resources in Russellville, please visit our Assisted Living in Arkansas page.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Russellville

Russellville Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living Facilities in are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Arkansas page for more information about these laws.

Laws and Regulations in Arkansas

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Debbie

I visited this facility

Review of Brookdale Russellville

My dad will be moving into Brookdale Russellville. The first thing my husband noticed was that it didn't smell like a nursing home. It smelled clean, not medicinal or anything like that. The people...

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Jef K

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Brookdale Russellville

I live out of state and had to rely on the staff at Brookdale to help setup my mother's room. My mother has no computer or smart phone so the Brookdale staff worked with me during this entire...

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Larry

I visited this facility

Review of Brookdale Russellville

I was extremely impressed with the staff and the facility itself in Brookdale Russellville. I'm recommending it to my brother. It was clean, everybody seemed to be very knowledgeable about their...

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