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Brookdale Fort Smith

5501 Duncan Road, Fort Smith, AR 72903

Independent Living Assisted Living Memory Care
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Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $2,764
One Bedroom
Estimated $3,481
Two Bedroom
Estimated $4,281

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $3,462
  • Average State Price: $4,029
  • Average National Price: $4,181


  • Brookdale Fort Smith Description

    Brookdale Fort Smith is a large 100 bed community that offers independent living, assisted living and memory care and is about 2.0 miles outside Fort Smith, Arkansas and is part of the Brookdale Senior Living network of communities. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom and suite room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 8.5 out of 10 making it the 3rd highest rated community in the city out of 11 communities. See more information on reviews.

    To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Independent Living

    Independent living offers seniors the freedom to enjoy their retirement in a supportive community setting, with amenities and activities tailored to their active lifestyle.

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    Assisted Living

    Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.

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    Memory Care

    Memory care offers specialized support for seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia, focusing on safety, personalized care, and enhancing life quality.

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    Community Reviews

    8.5
    Brookdale Fort Smith
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 60 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 3 out of 11 communities in Fort Smith
  • Ranking in State: 136 out of 344 communities in AR
  • Food and Dining A

    Activities B

    Facility and Grounds A

    Care A

    Staff A

    Cleanliness A



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Negative Reviews:

    • Some reviewers have expressed dissatisfaction with the management, describing it as terrible and non-compassionate, particularly in the care of their loved ones.
    • Concerns were raised about the facility's billing practices, with accusations of nickel and diming due to struggles in maintaining resident numbers.
    • One reviewer shared a particularly distressing experience regarding the handling of a payment for a room that was never used due to the prospective resident's passing.
    • Age restrictions have been criticized, with one review pointing out the exclusion of individuals under 55.

    Positive Reviews:

    • Many reviewers praise the caregivers and staff, describing them as amazing, professional, and compassionate.
    • The community is often described as beautiful and clean, with great food and services at a good price.
    • Recent changes in leadership have been well-received, with specific mentions of new management being helpful, kind, and effective in addressing residents' needs.
    • Several reviews highlight the positive impact of the staff's efforts to make residents feel welcome and cared for, even in challenging situations.
    • The facility's activities and the sense of community are appreciated, with mentions of a welcoming and fun environment.

    Mixed Reviews:

    • While some reviews criticize the management and practices, others have noted improvements and express confidence in the new leadership.
    • The experience of care and service quality appears to vary, with some residents and their families having very positive experiences, while others have faced significant issues.


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    Health

    Medication Management

    Dementia Care

    Personal Care

    Skilled Nursing

    Assistance with Daily Living

    Wellness


    Services

    Personal Solutions

    Home Maintenance

    Dining Services

    Housekeeping Included

    Maintenance Included


    Activities

    Game Room

    Engaging Activities

    Outings

    Puzzles

    Walking Club

    Bingo


    Community Amenities

    Parking - Surface

    Beauty/Barber Shop

    Courtyard and Garden

    Landscaped Grounds

    Fireside Living Room

    Community Room (Rental Space)


    Room Amenities

    Kitchen

    Flat Screen TV

    Large Windows

    Private Bathroom

    Utilities

    Telephone


    Dining

    Private Dining Room

    Dining Services

    Dining Program

    Monthly Menu Chats

    Dementia-friendly Menu Choices

    Personal Dining Assistance


    Transportation

    Parking - Surface


    Pet

    Pet Friendly

    Pet-friendly Community



    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Fort Smith which is 2.0 miles away and has a population of 88,194 (large town).
    • The average income is $68,494, which is high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 84
      • Low Temperature: 42
      • Average Temperature: 63.8
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 148 days of rain, 4 days of snow and 211 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 2.0 inches a year

    Demographic Overview
    • The median age is 34.9 years old, average compared to other cities.
    • 3.86% of the population are Veterans which is a low percentage of Veterans compared to other cities.
    • 14.94% of the population are Foreign-born which is a average percentage of Foreign-born compared to other cities.
    • The population is 2% American Indian and Alaska Native, 6% Asian, 9% Black or African-American, 16% Hispanic or Latino, and 64% White.

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 12.14 per 100 people which is very high compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 3.19 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 6.66 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 1.0 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 75.7 years old, which is very low compared to other zip codes.

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    Supermarkets

    Walmart Neighborhood Market
    0.5 miles away
    Harp's
    1.8 miles away
    Sam's Club
    1.8 miles away
    Walmart Supercenter
    2.1 miles away
    Aldi
    2.4 miles away

    Transportation

    Creekmore Express
    1.5 miles away
    Van Buren, Arkansas
    4.9 miles away

    None Found

    Banks

    First National Bank
    0.3 miles away
    Bank of the Ozarks
    0.4 miles away
    Arvest Bank
    0.4 miles away
    Centennial Bank
    0.5 miles away
    Regions Bank
    0.5 miles away

    Hospitals

    Mercy Hospital Fort Smith
    1.2 miles away
    CHRISTUS Dubuis of Fort Smith
    1.4 miles away
    Sparks Regional Medical Center
    2.7 miles away
    HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital of Fort Smith
    2.7 miles away
    Valley Behavioral Health System
    3.7 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Walgreens
    1.9 miles away
    Prince Drugs
    2.9 miles away
    Health Depot
    3.9 miles away
    Walmart Pharmacy
    11.0 miles away
    CVS Pharmacy
    12.4 miles away

    Dentists

    My Dentist
    0.8 miles away
    Belle Point Dental
    1.0 miles away
    Whitlock Orthodontics of Ft. Smith
    1.7 miles away
    Dallas Street Dentist
    1.8 miles away
    Aspen Dental
    2.1 miles away

    Parks

    Donald W. Reynolds Plaza, Tower, and Campus Green
    0.8 miles away
    Lion Plaza
    0.9 miles away
    Carol Ann Cross Park
    1.1 miles away
    Sunnymede Trail Park
    1.2 miles away
    Creekmore Park
    1.4 miles away

    Places of Worship

    Hội Thánh Tin Lành Báp Tít Việt Nam;Vietnamese Baptist Church
    2.1 miles away

    None Found

    Culture

    Fort Smith Art Center
    3.3 miles away
    King Opera House
    4.7 miles away
    Crawford County Art Center
    4.9 miles away
    Alma Performing Arts Center
    11.3 miles away

    Restaurants

    Golden Corral
    0.2 miles away
    La Huerta
    0.4 miles away
    Furr's Fresh Buffet
    0.5 miles away
    Ninja Japanese Express
    0.5 miles away
    Western Sizzlin'
    0.6 miles away

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    Licensing

    This community is licensed by the state of AR. It is a large-sized community with 100 total beds.

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