Assisted Living Communities in Benton, Arkansas
Benton, a southwestern suburb of Little Rock, AR, boasts 2 assisted living communities. Nearby areas add further 2 facilities, providing seniors with a broader range of choices. Local assisted living residences charge a median monthly rate of $4,433, which is lower than the national midpoint fee by $917 but slightly higher ($287) than the state norm of $4,146 per month. Â
Benton’s assisted living communities earn an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars stars, and you’ll find 150 reviews provider reviews in our following guide.
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Benton, AR and Nearby Cities
Per Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey 2024, assisted living costs about $4,433 monthly in Benton. Although slightly pricier than the Arkansas median price of $4,146, Benton’s norm comes to $917 below the typical national rate. Benton is among the priciest places in the state for residential assisted living, though prices only dip somewhat in nearby Fayetteville to $4,325. Fort Smith boasts the lowest monthly costs, with a median fee of $3,376.
Benton
$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 Benton
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Benton
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 Benton, AR
In Benton, senior long-term care options range from $1,907 monthly for adult day health care to $8,441 for a semi-private room in a nursing facility. Assisted living lies between, running about $4,433 each month. When it comes to aging in place, non medical in-home care costs about $810 less than assisted living, while home health care costs roughly $1,287 more.
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 Benton is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Little Rock, instead.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Benton
Saline County and the State of Arkansas offer many resources to families considering assisted living. The following five resources demonstrate the kind of help that is available to seniors in assisted living.
Resource | Contact | Service |
---|---|---|
Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (888) 286-3610 | The ombudsman is an advocate for the rights of people residing in senior living facilities. Their role includes educating seniors about their rights and investigating their complaints. These can range from menus that don’t cater to specific diets to more serious cases, such as seniors being transferred against their will. If complaints include accusations involving criminality, such as neglect, the ombudsman will refer them to relevant authorities. Families of seniors and third parties can also register complaints. |
AR SHIIP (Seniors Health Insurance Information Program) | (800) 371-9026 | AR SHIIP is a federally funded program with counselors who provide free and unbiased advice to seniors who want to know more about Medicare and how it can help them. The counselors can provide plain English explanations of Medicare to those who already benefit and to those who need help with enrollment. Additionally, they can discuss private health care insurance options. However, they don’t work on commission, so won’t push seniors towards specific insurance companies. |
VA Aid and Attendance Benefits | (800) 827-1000 | The VA Aid and Attendance benefit is a monthly payment that can be used to cover some of the costs of residing in an assisted living community. Eligibility is determined by multiple factors, which include that the veteran and their spouse must already be in the community. To check if they are eligible, vets can use the free online tool provided by VeteranAid.org. Maximum monthly payments are $1,881 for a single vet, $1,209 for a surviving spouse and $2,230 for a couple. |
Long-Term Services and Supports (LTSS) Medicaid Assistance | (866) 801-3435 | Arkansas seniors who may need nursing home care but are able to live in assisted living facilities can apply for Medicaid, which will meet some or all of their costs. The Choices in Living Resource Center is staffed by trained specialists who can help seniors and their families find the best free or subsidized solutions for their long-term care needs, which may include helping with assisted living facility placements. |
CareLink | (800) 482-6359 | CareLink is a nonprofit that manages a program called Active Older People. Its purpose is to help seniors remain fit and healthy, in addition to satisfying social needs through membership in Saline County’s senior centers. |
What to Consider About Assisted Living in Benton
The Arkansas Department of Human Services is ultimately responsible for ensuring quality and safety standards are met within the state’s assisted living facilities. Families comparing assisted living options in the community can contact the department for information about local providers.Â
Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Benton
- Although Benton is above average for property and violent crime when compared to national averages, it’s often more beneficial to focus on state and local figures. For violent crimes, Benton is above average but below the average for the Little Rock metro area of which it’s a part. Additionally, property crime happens less frequently in Benton than in the rest of Arkansas and the Little Rock metro area.
- The minimum combined sales tax rate for Benton as of 2021 is 9.38%. This is broken down to 6.5% Arkansas, 0.38% Saline County and 2.5% Benton. However, seniors purchasing groceries should see less of an impact on their wallets as the State of Arkansas taxes groceries at the lower rate of 0.125%.Â
- Seniors in Benton get more sunny days than most of their peers around the country. The city averages 216 days per year, 11 days more than average. In winter, lows of 30 degrees are typical, while in summer it’s not unusual to see highs of 92 degrees. Benton also has above-average rainfall, typically 54 inches per year. The national average is 38.
- AirNow.gov records a good average air quality for Benton and the surrounding area. This means that the air quality is considered to pose little or no risk to high-risk groups, such as seniors and people with asthma. Occasionally, during some days in summer, air quality may temporarily drop to the amber zone, but not enough to change the average green zone statistics.
- Sperling’s Best Places gives Benton a cost of living index of 82.7, significantly below the national average of 100. This means that the city is more affordable than the typical American city. In every category, Benton came out less costly than most, particularly in housing and health care costs.
- Saline Memorial Hospital is the only major medical facility in Benton. Its services include orthopedic and health care. Due to its location, seniors in Benton also have quick and easy access to the numerous hospitals in Hot Springs and Little Rock, including the UAMS Medical Center, which is nationally ranked in Ear, Nose & Throat procedures.Â
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Benton
Benton-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.
Reviews of Communities Nearby
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Norma
5.0
Review of Mt. Carmel Community
We live in Mt. Carmel Community. What we like the most about this place is the people. They are very nice, very cordial, and professional at the same time. Our apartment is nice. We've got our...
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Cheryl
4.0
Review of The Manor Benton
We toured the Manor Benton. The staff that we met were helpful. The facilities were very nice, so we liked all of that. We passed by a group that was doing some exercises in their exercise room...
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Kathy
5.0
Review of Four Seasons Assisted Living
My mom is living in the Four Seasons. The facility is very well taken care of, it's clean, and it's organized. The staff is very caring and very friendly. I live in another state so when I call...