
Brookdale Fort Smith
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Fort Smith, AR
Brookdale Fort Smith
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Fort Smith, AR
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.
100-bed community Rank #130 / 329Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 130th out of 329 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Arkansas that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
48 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 51 / 100 Rank #94 / 416Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 94th out of 416 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Arkansas that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility Level I
CountySebastian
Business TypeCorporation
Brookdale Fort Smith is legally operated by Emeritus Properties ARK Willow Brook LLC, and administered by Franceska Markham.
Private Pay
100 units
Total beds
100 units
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesEmergency Alert System
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactMr. Steven Swain, Executive Vice President (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)
Respite Care
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Fax479-484-5558
HousekeepingYes
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
Assisted Living$3,015 per month
Memory Care$6,265 per month
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 408 / 480 / 576 / 768 / 852 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Fitness and Recreation
Type of Rooms Available
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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Brookdale Fort Smith
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3.5 miles from city center
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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 to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
| Hope‘s Creek Retirement Living | AL | Van Buren | 118
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Rank
#75 / 329 | Yes |
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AR AVG
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#92 / 416 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | A+ | Misty Lewis | - |
| Brookdale Fort Smith | AL MC | Fort Smith | 100
Facility
100
AR AVG
84
Rank
#130 / 329 | Yes |
51
Facility
51
AR AVG
34
Rank
#94 / 416 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | A+ | Franceska Markham | Emeritus Properties Ark Willow Brook LLC |
| Peachtree Village, LLC | AL RC | Fort Smith | 59
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AR AVG
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Rank
#235 / 329 | No |
47
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AR AVG
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Rank
#117 / 416 | - | - | Nancy Sullivan | - |
| Methodist Village Inc. | AL IL MC RC | Fort Smith | 45
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#258 / 329 | No |
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AR AVG
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#305 / 416 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms | - | Candace Cox | - |
| Brookfield Assisted Living | AL IL MC RC | Fort Smith | - | Yes |
58
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AR AVG
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Rank
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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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