Flippo's Care Free Living of Bull Shoals stands on a small peninsula next to Bull Shoals Lake in Arkansas, where the air feels calm and the woods come close to the building, and you can see the water or walk down a nearby trail or even visit the state park or try one of the nice restaurants just a short drive away, and with Baxter Regional Medical Center over in Mountain Home, help's not too far if anyone needs it. The place offers several options for senior living, from independent living with some help close by, to assisted living and specialized memory care for those dealing with Alzheimer's or dementia, and they keep memory care in a secure part of the community, so everyone stays safe. The staff likes to call themselves friends and confidants, not just employees, and they get to know each resident, their stories, and what helps them feel at home, because the plan is to give everyone a real sense of belonging through genuine relationships, not just by giving out services, but by making sure folks feel understood.
There are 28 private rooms, and each one can be set up for short-term respite if someone only needs a place for a little while, like after a hospital stay, and there's no entry fee, lease, or deposit for those short stays, and the rooms can come fully furnished if needed. The community's pet friendly, so dogs and cats are welcome in the rooms, and there's free parking for residents and their guests. Meals are provided every day, and they've got an on-site beauty shop, too. The main building has quiet indoor spaces for relaxing or talking with neighbors, and outside it's easy to get around, with pathways and patios that are pretty good if someone uses a walker or chair, plus the whole place is kept secured for everyone's safety.
Residents can take part in community activities, weekly shopping trips, and off-site events that keep minds and bodies active, like a structured plan of exercise, games, and group outings, and there's always someone around who wants to help, with fully-trained, friendly staff on site day and night. For those who need extra care, the assisted living staff gives support with things like bathing, dressing, grooming, housekeeping, and getting where you need to go with scheduled rides. Medication is managed, doctors visits are set up if needed, and home health agencies sometimes come in to help with physical or occupational therapy, and the community does emphasize helping residents stay as active and independent as possible.
The community also provides adult day care, with programs for folks who only want to spend the day, and there are personalized care plans, so each resident's needs and preferences get matched up to the help and services they get. For memory care, the staff runs specific programs for residents with dementia, including cognitive activities designed to help memory, and there's regular oversight to meet state rules on safety and caregiver-to-resident ratios. Payment plan options and different floor plans are available, and right now new residents can move in with no moving fees. Flippo's Care Free Living tries to make life comfortable, safe, and satisfying, and it shows through how they focus on friendships, daily routines, and a natural setting where folks can enjoy their days however they prefer.
