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Aging-in-Place Services in Fort Smith, AR

14,217 seniors in Fort Smith deserve to stay home safely. Find certified contractors for every senior living need - from grab bars to dementia remodels.

14,217 seniors over 65 (Census ACS) Southeast region Hot Humid climate

Services Available in Fort Smith

Explore all senior living services available in Fort Smith, Arkansas.

14,217 Seniors over 65 in Fort Smith (Census ACS)
15.9% Of population over 65
1968 Median home built year
$7,500 Monthly nursing home cost in AR
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Fort Smith homes built before 1990 were not designed for aging in place. With a median home year of 1968, most Fort Smith homes lack grab bars, accessible bathrooms, and safe entryways. The CDC reports 1 in 4 adults over 65 falls each year - and 3 million fall-related injuries are treated in emergency rooms annually. Don't wait for the fall.

Financial Assistance for Arkansas Seniors

  • Medicaid Waiver: Arkansas Independent Choices Program - covers home modifications for qualifying seniors
  • State Grant Program: Arkansas Development Finance Authority Home Repair
  • VA Benefits: North Little Rock VA Regional Office - eligible veterans may receive full coverage
  • Area Agency on Aging: Arkansas Division of Aging and Adult Services

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Walk through every room in your Fort Smith home and identify fall hazards before they cause an $18,658 hospital stay (NCOA).

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Senior population: 65+ estimates from the US Census ACS 5-year data, 2019-2023.