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Famous for its mineral water and picturesque natural surroundings, Hot Springs, Arkansas, is home to almost 39,000 people. Seniors aged 65 and older make up 20.3% of the population in Hot Springs. Sometimes referred to as Spa City, this resort town is located in the Ouachita Mountains. Summers are hot, and winters are cold, which allows residents to experience all four seasons. The year-round temperature varies between 33°F to 92°F, perfect for people who enjoy outdoor activities in the warmer months and getting cozy during the colder months. Hot Springs is filled with many natural attractions, including the Hot Springs National Park, Lake Ouachita State Park, Buckstaff Bathhouse, Garvan Woodland Gardens and Lake Catherine State Park.
Assisted living communities house seniors who need an occasional helping hand but who are independent enough to forego the intensive oversight found in nursing homes. In assisted living communities, staff members facilitate socialization and ease personal care tasks and chores for residents. Per Genworth’s 2021 Cost of Care Survey, assisted living in Hot Springs costs $4,500 per month on average. That matches the price found in the average U.S. city, but exceeds the Arkansas average.
This guide compares assisted living costs in Hot Springs to those in other areas. It also details some notable senior-focused resources in Hot Springs.
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COVID-19 restrictions and rules for Assisted Living Facilities are typically set by the state – to see the rules in your state, you can read our guide to Assisted Living in Arkansas. Keep in mind that there may be other policies that communities put in place to protect their residents, so you should contact your local community for more information. Additionally, you can contact your local Area Agency on Aging to learn more – find contact information here.
In Hot Springs, the average fee for assisted living is $4,500 per month.
Across Arkansas, the monthly cost of assisted living averages out to $3,760, which falls $740 below the rate in Hot Springs. However, Hot Springs and the United States have an identical average cost of $4,500.
Little Rock has an average assisted living cost of $4,488 per month, nearly matching Hot Springs’. Lower rates are potentially available to the northwest in Fort Smith, where the average rate is $3,850. Prices match in Fayetteville, also in Arkansas’s northwest, and Jonesboro, in the state’s northeast. Those cities share an average cost of $3,650. That figure is $850 below the typical fee in Hot Springs. Pine Bluff is the most affordable Arkansas city surveyed by Genworth. There, seniors pay around $3,329 per month for assisted living.
Since not everyone can afford to pay for assisted living out-of-pocket, it’s important to find alternative methods to help make assisted living more affordable. Some of these options include:
For more information about your options for making assisted living more affordable, visit our guide to Assisted Living in Arkansas.
| Contact | Description | |
| Area Agency on Aging of West Central Arkansas | (501) 321-2811 (local)(800) 467-2170 (statewide) | The Area Agency on Aging of West Central Arkansas offers referral services to seniors over the age of 60. Most of the services provided are free and, if not, can be covered by Medicaid, private insurance or private payment. Services include the Caregiver Assistance Program as well as family caregiver and veterans’ assistance. |
| Aging and Adult Services Division Hot Springs | (501) 682-1001 (local)1-800-285-1131 (statewide) | The Arkansas Department of Human Services promotes the health, well-being and safety of aging persons throughout the state of Arkansas. Programs and services include the Arkansas Lifespan Respite Coalition, Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), Senior Community Service Employment Program and the Choices in Living Resource Center. |
| CHI St. Vincent Hot Springs Senior Center | (501) 624-0838 | Every week, the CHI St. Vincent Hot Springs Senior Center offers free meals and entertaining events to seniors in the Hot Springs area. Meals on Wheels services are also available. |
| Garland County Veteran Service Office (GCVSO) | (501) 622-3795 | Administrative services and counseling are provided to veterans from the armed forces. In-home services, including for those in assisted living facilities, are provided for those who are unable to leave their home. Services include assistance with legal representation for formal claims and appeals. The Veteran Service also helps veterans file claims for compensation and enroll in VA health care. |
| Seniors Benefit | (501) 760-1590 | Seniors Benefit aims to help seniors understand the benefits of Medicare. The organization also offers Medicare education seminars that present Medicare options and the latest information on Medicare changes and information. |
Assisted Living Facilities in the Hot Springs area are required to follow a set of rules and regulations that are determined at the state level. For an overview of those rules and regulations, see the information below. For more specific information, talk with your local community or Area Agency on Aging.
