Assisted Living Communities in Jacksonville, Arkansas

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Jacksonville, AR and Nearby Cities

According to Genworth's 2024 Cost of Care Survey, assisted living expenses in Jacksonville surpass the state's median by $287 but fall $917 short of the national norm. Seniors pay comparable rates of $4,275 in Hot Springs. However, retirees looking to extend their budgets save $1,057 by relocating farther away from Jacksonville to Fort Smith.

Jacksonville

$4,433

Arkansas

$4,146

The United States

$5,350

Hot Springs

$4,275

Fort Smith

$3,376

Fayetteville

$4,325

Paying for Assisted Living in Jacksonville

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Jacksonville

The Arkansas Division of Aging and Adult Services administers the Living Choices Assisted Living Waiver program, which may provide financial help to eligible seniors entering Level II assisted living facilities that are enrolled with the program.

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

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.

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in Jacksonville, AR

The amount seniors pay for care varies widely in Jacksonville. While assisted living offers a relatively affordable choice, retirees spend $810 less on in-home care. At a median rate of $1,907, adult day care significantly reduces retirees' living costs. Conversely, a semi-private room in a nursing home costs nearly twice the price of assisted living, at $8,441.

In-Home Care

$3,623

Home Health Care

$5,720

Adult Day Health Care

$1,907

Assisted Living Facility

$4,433

Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)

$8,441

Note: Since data for Jacksonville is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Little Rock, instead.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Jacksonville

Jacksonville seniors have access to several agencies and programs that help them obtain community-based services, research financial assistance and payment options and ensure they receive the care they need in a community setting. The following resources provide free information and services for older adults to help them make informed decisions regarding their care, as well as recreational and social programming.

Resource	Contact	Service
CareLink	(501) 372-5300	CareLink is the designated Area Agency on Aging for the Jacksonville region. This nonprofit agency offers a full array of free and low-cost services to seniors, including information and assistance with locating and applying for local programs and support, transportation, congregate meals and care coordination. It has a long-term care ombudsman who ensures a high standard of care for assisted living residents by educating them of their rights, helping them obtain all the services in their care plans and investigating reports of abuse or neglect.
Little Rock Regional Office	(501) 370-3829	The Little Rock Regional Office is located about 15 miles from Jacksonville. It administers a variety of services to veterans and their families, including pension programs, disability compensation and health and life insurance. The office can also provide veterans with information on VA health care and memorial benefits.
Legal Aid of Arkansas	(800) 952-9243	Seniors can obtain free civil legal assistance through Legal Aid of Arkansas, a nonprofit organization staffed by volunteer lawyers and legal professionals. Issues that the office can help address include understanding assisted living facility contracts and monthly payment obligations, resolving problems related to quality of care and obtaining public benefits such as Medicaid and Supplemental Security Income, which can help cover assisted living fees.
Arkansas Senior Health Insurance Information Program	(800) 224-6330	AR SHIIP is a statewide program that provides free, unbiased health insurance options counseling for seniors. It has trained volunteer advisors who answer seniors’ questions regarding Medicare benefits, available Medicare Advantage Plans that cover assisted living services and long-term care insurance.
Jacksonville Senior Wellness & Activity Center, Inc.	(501) 982-7531	The local senior center is home to those aged 60 and over. It hosts nutrition, health and wellness, educational and recreational programs to help older adults stay active and healthy. The center is open on weekdays from 8 a.m. until 2 p.m. on Wednesday and Friday and 4 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Jacksonville

Jacksonville-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Arkansas are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Arkansas page for more information about these laws.