Brookdale Fort Smith
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Fort Smith, AR

Brookdale Fort Smith

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Fort Smith, AR

Overview of Brookdale Fort Smith

Indulge in the beauty of Brookdale Fort Smith, an idyllic senior living community located at Duncan Road, Fort Smith, AR, providing assisted living and memory care. With the seniors’ welfare in mind, the community features well-designed floor plans including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. Cherish every moment and live blissfully with support from a compassionate and friendly team.

Brookdale Fort Smith fosters a warm and welcoming environment, conducting exciting activities and engaging programs. With its signature Clare Bridge Training, memory care residents receive the proper attention and care necessary for their special needs. Prioritizing its residents’ dietary needs and preferences, the community serves delectable, healthy meals. The pet-friendly community includes a game room, a piano, a beauty and barbershop, a fireside living room, a piano, a courtyard, and a garden for seniors’ leisure and wellness.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services. 100 Rank #130 / 329Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 130th out of 329 homes we track in Arkansas for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Arkansas facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Arkansas that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Years of operating Info A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
48 years
Walk Score Info Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #94 / 394Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 94th out of 394 homes we track in Arkansas for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Arkansas facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Arkansas that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
51 / 100
BBB Rating Info An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
A+ Not Accredited
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility Level I
CountySebastian
Business TypeCorporation

Ownership & Operating Entity

Brookdale Fort Smith is legally operated by Emeritus Properties ARK Willow Brook LLC, and administered by Franceska Markham.

Type Of Units

Private Pay
100 units
Total beds
100 units

Safety & Compliance

Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesEmergency Alert System

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Fax479-484-5558

Additional Policies & Features

HousekeepingYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Pet Friendly
Salon
Courtyard
Garden
Dining
Game Room
Piano
ActivitiesMusic Appreciation Group, creative workshops, game nights
Touring HoursMon - Fri: 8am - 9pm CT / Sat: 9am - 5:30pm CT

Pricing & Financial Information

Assisted Living$3,015 per month
Memory Care$6,265 per month

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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 408 / 480 / 576 / 768 / 852 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Fitness and Recreation

Type of Rooms Available

1 Bed
1 Bed
1 Bed
1 / 4
1 Bed
1
576 - 768 sq. ft

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Brookdale Fort Smith

2 bedroom
1 Bedroom
1 Bedroom
Studio

Places of interest near Brookdale Fort Smith

Address 3.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Fort Smith's city center to Brookdale Fort Smith's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Fort Smith

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 to lowest based on our ranking 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. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Hope‘s Creek Retirement Living
AL
Van Buren
118
Facility 118
AR AVG 84
Rank #75 / 329
Yes
52
Facility 52
AR AVG 35
Rank #92 / 394
1 Bed / 2 Bed-Misty Lewis-
Brookdale Fort Smith
AL
MC
Fort Smith
100
Facility 100
AR AVG 84
Rank #130 / 329
Yes
51
Facility 51
AR AVG 35
Rank #94 / 394
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+Franceska MarkhamEmeritus Properties Ark Willow Brook LLC
Peachtree Village, LLC
AL
RC
Fort Smith
59
Facility 59
AR AVG 84
Rank #235 / 329
No
47
Facility 47
AR AVG 35
Rank #117 / 394
--Nancy Sullivan-
Methodist Village Inc.
AL
IL
MC
RC
Fort Smith
45
Facility 45
AR AVG 84
Rank #258 / 329
No
16
Facility 16
AR AVG 35
Rank #305 / 394
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms-Candace Cox-
Golden Years Retirement Village
AL
Greenwood
14
Facility 14
AR AVG 84
Rank #303 / 329
Yes
27
Facility 27
AR AVG 35
Rank #252 / 394
--Rhonda Oliver-

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Arkansas

Brookdale Fort Smith is located in Fort Smith, 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 Brookdale Fort Smith

Who is the owner of Brookdale Fort Smith?

Brookdale Fort Smith is legally operated by Emeritus Properties ARK Willow Brook LLC, and administered by Franceska Markham.

Is Brookdale Fort Smith in a walkable area?

Brookdale Fort Smith has a walk score of 51. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

How long has Brookdale Fort Smith been in business?

Brookdale Fort Smith has been operating for approximately 48 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Does Brookdale Fort Smith have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Brookdale Fort Smith on this page.

Are pets allowed at Brookdale Fort Smith?

Yes, Brookdale Fort Smith allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Brookdale Fort Smith?

Franceska Markham is the administrator of Brookdale Fort Smith.

How many beds does Brookdale Fort Smith have?

Brookdale Fort Smith has 100 beds.

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