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Mercy Crest Retirement Living
1300 Strozier Lane, Barling, AR 72923
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(800) 780-8101To Reach a Resident
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Mercy Crest Retirement Living Description
Welcome to Mercy Crest Assisted Living, where we provide the highest-quality assisted living and independent resident services in a luxurious and comfortable faith-based setting.
A premier retirement facility located on 19 scenic acres in Barling, Arkansas just east of Fort Smith, Mercy Crest is sponsored by the Religious Sisters of Mercy. We provide resident-centered care for those seeking a safe and secure home where they can “age in place” and services can be added as the need arises without moving to another apartment or facility.
Through individualized service plans, our dedicated team members are able to customize every aspect of resident care to allow each resident independence and quality of life, based on personal choice and preferences. Our residents benefit from an array of services including: delicious meals, including heart healthy choices, and snacks; transportation to medical appointments, weekly housekeeping and laundry services; daily activities, include games and socialization, physical and mental exercises, community events and trips and much more. Medication assistance or administration and assistance with activities of daily living are provided 24 hours a day by our licensed and certified team members. Security services include an emergency call system in every apartment, a direct fire alarm system, a state of the art security system, and an extensive emergency preparedness plan which includes a full-power generator.
Our all-around services and amenities are indicative of our genuine desire to help make the transition to a retirement lifestyle an attractive and effortless one.
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Care Types at Community
This community offers the following types of care
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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Review Summary
The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.
Reviews of Mercy Crest highlight a range of experiences and opinions. Many reviewers praise the facility for its cleanliness, the quality of care provided by the staff, and the variety of activities available for residents. The facility is described as having a traditional, religious decor, with a large dining room offering multiple food options, a secure memory care unit, a big activity room, outdoor seating, a courtyard, a chapel, and a new gym. The staff, including the Director of Nursing, are commended for their professionalism, warmth, and efficiency.
However, some reviews express concerns about medication management practices and the attitude of certain staff members, including the Director of Nursing being described as rude and unapproachable. Despite these criticisms, many residents and their families express satisfaction with the living conditions, mentioning that the facility feels like home, is always clean, and that the residents are treated with respect and patience.
Specific positive aspects mentioned include the facility's maintenance, the variety of scheduled daily activities, the religious aspect that appeals to some residents, and the spacious, well-maintained apartments. The dining experience is likened to restaurant-style service, and the facility's efforts to facilitate social outings and appointments are appreciated.
On the other hand, some reviewers have voiced disappointment with staff and administration choices, suggesting that there is room for improvement in these areas. Despite these mixed reviews, many families have had positive experiences, highlighting the caring and friendly nature of the staff, the cleanliness of the facility, and the overall quality of care provided to their loved ones.
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What is in the Neighborhood
- The closest city is Fort Smith which is 6.0 miles away and has a population of 88,194 (large town).
- The average income is $46,275, which is very low 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
- The crime rate is 6.38 per 100 people which is high compared to other cities.
- Violent Crime: 1.29 incidents per 100 people
- Property Crime: 1.74 incidents per 100 people
- Drug-Related Crime: 2.88 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
CVs
0.3 miles awayAldi
1.7 miles awayWalmart Supercenter
1.8 miles awaySam's Club
2.2 miles awayHarp's
2.3 miles awayTransportation
Creekmore Express
5.4 miles awayVan Buren, Arkansas
7.3 miles awayNone Found
Banks
Farmers Bank
1.0 miles awayRegions Bank
1.7 miles awayBank of the Ozarks
1.7 miles awayArmstrong Bank
1.8 miles awayFirst National Bank
1.9 miles awayHospitals
Valley Behavioral Health System
0.3 miles awayMercy Hospital Fort Smith
2.6 miles awayCHRISTUS Dubuis of Fort Smith
2.7 miles awaySparks Regional Medical Center
6.6 miles awayHealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital of Fort Smith
6.6 miles awayPharmacies
Health Depot
0.2 miles awayWalgreens
1.8 miles awayPrince Drugs
6.8 miles awayWalmart Pharmacy
8.0 miles awayCVS Pharmacy
9.0 miles awayDentists
Aspen Dental
1.9 miles awayDallas Street Dentist
2.2 miles awayBelle Point Dental
3.1 miles awayMy Dentist
3.3 miles awayWhitlock Orthodontics of Ft. Smith
4.8 miles awayParks
Spring Hill Park
0.8 miles awayBarling City Park
0.9 miles awayRiver District Park
1.2 miles awayDam Site South Public Use Area
1.4 miles awayFort Smith Dog Park
1.7 miles awayPlaces of Worship
Há»™i Thánh Tin LĂ nh Báp TĂt Việt Nam;Vietnamese Baptist Church
6.1 miles awayNone Found
Culture
Crawford County Art Center
7.2 miles awayKing Opera House
7.3 miles awayFort Smith Art Center
7.3 miles awayAlma Performing Arts Center
10.9 miles awayRestaurants
Bruce Terry Catering
0.4 miles awayDel Sol Mexican Grill
0.9 miles awayBob and Wanda's Wagon Wheel
1.0 miles awayBlue Agave
1.1 miles awayLulu's
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This community is licensed by the state of AR. It is a medium-sized community with 18 total beds.Disclaimer
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