Independent Living, Inc.
Independent Living & Home Care · Harrison, AR

Independent Living, Inc.

Independent Living & Home Care · Harrison, AR

Overview of Independent Living

Independent Living provides home care in Harrison, AR, supporting individuals with disabilities where they live instead of requiring a move into a residential care setting. The organization may be a good fit for someone with a disability who needs home care and uses a wheelchair. Independent Living opened in 1987 and offers more than 40 programs, including advocacy, ADA consultation and modifications, benefits advisement, facilitated enrollment, Work Incentives Planning & Assistance, and support for Deaf and hard of hearing individuals, giving residents help with accessibility, benefits, workplace incentives, and self advocacy.

Rehabilitation services are available, and 24 hour staffing means staff are present throughout the day and night. The facility is wheelchair accessible, while the spa and patio offer on site spaces for personal care and outdoor use; transportation is also available. A Walk Score of 75 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so someone who no longer drives may still be able to get out independently.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
75 / 100

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

1 service
Home Care

Amenities & Lifestyle

Spa
Patio
Transportation
Specific ProgramsAdvocacy Services, ADA Consultation and Modifications, Home Modification & Aging in Place – Orange County, Benefits Advisement, Facilitated Enrollment, Work Incentives Planning & Assistance (WIPA), Deaf & Hard-of-Hearing Services, Developmental Disabilities, Employment Services

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Address 0.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Harrison's city center to Independent Living, Inc.'s address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Info below is compiled from the AR Dept. of Human Services (DHS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Harrison Retirement Center
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Steet Harrison
70
Facility 70
AR AVG
Rank #178 / 206
Yes
75
Facility 75
AR AVG
Rank #5 / 203
Lori Richardson
Independent Living, Inc.
IL
HC
Harrison-No 75 -

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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Arkansas

Independent Living, Inc. is located in Harrison, Arkansas.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Arkansas.

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ARChoices

Arkansas Medicaid ARChoices

Age 65+ or 21+ with disability
General Arkansas resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
AR

Rural focus; possible waitlists.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Meals ($7/meal) Respite care (240 hours/year) Adult day services ($60/day)

Choices in Living Resource Center

Arkansas Choices in Living

Age 60+
General Arkansas resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
AR

Limited direct funding; mostly referral-based.

Benefits
Care coordination Limited respite (up to 5 days/year) Transportation assistance (~5 trips/month)

Living Choices Assisted Living Waiver

Arkansas Medicaid Living Choices Assisted Living Waiver

Age 65+
General Arkansas resident, requires nursing home-level care, lives in a Level II assisted living facility.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple); spousal rules apply.
AR

Limited provider network; excludes Level I facilities (no nursing services).

Benefits
Personal care (~5 hours/day) Medication management Nursing Activities Transportation

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Arkansas Medicaid PACE

Age 55+
General Arkansas resident, nursing home-level care, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
AR

Limited geographic availability.

Benefits
Primary/preventive care Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Meals Transportation Therapy

Arkansas State Plan Personal Care

Arkansas Medicaid Personal Care Program

Age
General Any age, Arkansas resident, needs ADL/IADL help, Medicaid-eligible.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,004/month individual
Asset Limits $9,660 (individual), $14,470 (couple).
AR

No nursing home-level care requirement.

Benefits
Personal care (~4-6 hours/day) Homemaker services (e.g., meal prep)

Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living, Inc.

Is Independent Living, Inc. in a walkable area?

Independent Living, Inc. has a walk score of 75. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

Are pets allowed at Independent Living, Inc.?

No, Independent Living, Inc. has a no-pet policy.

Are there photos of Independent Living, Inc.?

Yes — there are 2 photos of Independent Living, Inc. in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does Independent Living, Inc. provide?

Independent Living, Inc. offers Independent Living, Rehabilitation, and Home Care.

What is the address of Independent Living, Inc.?

Independent Living, Inc. is located at 206 S Cherry St, Harrison, AR 72601.

What is the phone number of Independent Living, Inc.?

(870) 741-6909 will put you in contact with the team at Independent Living, Inc..

Does Independent Living, Inc. provide medical or personal care assistance?

No — Independent Living, Inc. is an independent living community. Residents live on their own in private apartments with access to amenities, dining, and social activities.

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