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Arkansas Independent Living by the Numbers
13 vetted Arkansas partners at a glance for veteran families.
What Independent Living Costs in Arkansas
Independent living in Arkansas averages $3,581 a month, according to NIC MAP data published by Where You Live Matters. Rent varies with apartment size, number of occupants, and the services included. For an Arkansas veteran who also needs help with daily activities, Aid & Attendance of up to $3,845 a month would equal about 107% of that figure, though the benefit pays toward care, not rent alone.
If needs grow, here is what higher levels of care cost in Arkansas. These are statewide medians from the CareScout (Genworth) 2025 Cost of Care Survey.
| Type of care in Arkansas | Median per month | Share covered by up to $3,845 |
|---|---|---|
| Assisted living | $4,637 | 83% |
| In-home care (non-medical) | $4,767 | 81% |
| Adult day care | $1,647 | 100% |
| Nursing home, semi-private room | $7,452 | 52% |
Serving Arkansas’s 173,377 Veterans and Their Surviving Spouses
Arkansas is home to 173,377 veterans, and 86,140 of them are 65 or older, according to the Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (2020–2024). Across the whole state, 562,842 residents are 65 or older, 18.2% of the civilian population (Census Bureau 2024 estimates). Among our partner cities, Little Rock has about 9,101, Fort Smith has about 4,635, Fayetteville has about 4,262 veterans.
Veteran-Approved Independent Living in Arkansas
These 13 Arkansas communities earned a spot as Patriot Angels partners, spread over 10 cities from Rogers outward. 9 of 13 offer assisted living, and 9 offer memory care, so a move can grow with changing needs. A veteran or surviving spouse who needs help with daily tasks may qualify for VA Aid & Attendance of up to $3,845 a month toward care costs. Call (844) 757-3047 to check eligibility at no cost.
Could Aid & Attendance Help Cover Care in Arkansas?
Aid & Attendance pays toward care, not rent alone. A Arkansas veteran or surviving spouse who needs help with daily activities may qualify for up to $3,845 a month toward that care.
Prefer to talk it through? Call (844) 757-3047
Arkansas Cities With Patriot Angels Partners
Compare 13 Arkansas partners city by city, starting with Rogers.
Veteran Families We’ve Helped
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Questions Arkansas Families Ask
How many independent living communities does Patriot Angels list in Arkansas?
We list 13 independent living partner communities in 10 Arkansas cities. Rogers has the most, with 3.
Do any Arkansas partners also offer assisted living or memory care?
Yes. 9 of 13 also offer assisted living, and 9 offer memory care. A resident may be able to add care later without a full move.
Can an Arkansas veteran use VA benefits toward independent living?
Not for rent alone. If an Arkansas veteran or surviving spouse also needs help with daily activities and pays for that care, Aid & Attendance may add up to $3,845 a month. Call (844) 757-3047 or use the form above to check.
More Care Options in Arkansas
Assisted Living in Arkansas
Daily help with bathing, dressing, and medications in Arkansas.
Memory Care in Arkansas
Secure neighborhoods and dementia-trained staff near Arkansas.
In-Home Care in Arkansas
Caregivers who come to the house in Arkansas, for families not ready to move.
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