Best Assisted Living in Arkansas

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 153 assisted living communities in AR using AR Dept. of Human Services (DHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in AR
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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. 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. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
Brookdale Fort Smith
AL
MC
Fort Smith
100
Facility 100
AR AVG 56
Rank #10 / 110
Yes
51
Facility 51
AR AVG 31
Rank #24 / 145
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+Franceska MarkhamEmeritus Properties Ark Willow Brook LLC
Brookdale Russellville
AL
Russellville
100
Facility 100
AR AVG 56
Rank #10 / 110
Yes
37
Facility 37
AR AVG 31
Rank #50 / 145
Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+Mindy BriganceEmeritus Properties Ark Wildflower LLC
Brookdale Conway
AL
Conway
100
Facility 100
AR AVG 56
Rank #10 / 110
Yes
26
Facility 26
AR AVG 31
Rank #82 / 145
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+Joe PhillipsEmeritus Properties-Arkansas LLC
Butterfield Trail Village
AL
CCRC
IL
NH
SNF
Fayetteville
87
Facility 87
AR AVG 56
Rank #18 / 110
Yes
39
Facility 39
AR AVG 31
Rank #44 / 145
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-Jay M GreenButterfield Trail Village, Incorporated
The Atrium at Serenity Pointe
AL
IL
MC
RC
Hot Springs
150
Facility 150
AR AVG 56
Rank #2 / 110
Yes
19
Facility 19
AR AVG 31
Rank #101 / 145
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+Jacob RodgersHot Springs Operating, LLC
Wood-Lawn Heights
AL
IL
NH
PC
SNF
Batesville (College Heights Addition)
159
Facility 159
AR AVG 56
Rank #1 / 110
No
34
Facility 34
AR AVG 31
Rank #61 / 145
--Judy BelcherWood-Lawn, Inc
Eagle Mountain Assisted Living
AL
Batesville (Wolford Addition)
58
Facility 58
AR AVG 56
Rank #48 / 110
No
30
Facility 30
AR AVG 31
Rank #73 / 145
-A+Shelia GatesWhite River Area Agency On Aging, Inc
West Shores
AL
IL
RC
Hot Springs
82
Facility 82
AR AVG 56
Rank #20 / 110
Yes
22
Facility 22
AR AVG 31
Rank #90 / 145
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-Tabatha FoxCapital Senior Management 2, Inc
Liberty Park Senior Living of Jonesboro
AL
MC
RC
Jonesboro
75
Facility 75
AR AVG 56
Rank #25 / 110
Yes
24
Facility 24
AR AVG 31
Rank #86 / 145
StudioA+Kalie HuntzingerLiberty Park Senior Living Of Jonesboro, LLC
Peachtree Village of Holiday Island
AL
Holiday Island (Eureka Springs)
82
Facility 82
AR AVG 56
Rank #20 / 110
No
24
Facility 24
AR AVG 31
Rank #86 / 145
--Chad HarmanLexington Corp

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Overview of Brookdale Fort Smith

Brookdale Fort Smith offers assisted living and memory care in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident maintains an apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Respite care is also available for short stays, which can give a family caregiver time to travel or recover. The combination of assisted living and memory care may be a good fit for someone whose daily support needs could grow to require a secured setting.

Brookdale Fort Smith has 100 beds and offers studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom residences. A studio provides a single living space, while the larger layouts provide more than one room for a resident or couple. The starting monthly rate is $3,015 for assisted living and $6,265 for memory care, giving families a care level specific starting point for budgeting.

Franceska Markham serves as the administrator, and Emeritus Properties ARK Willow Brook operates the community. Pets are allowed, so residents may bring a pet with them. A salon, courtyard and garden, music appreciation group, creative workshops, and game nights give residents on site options for personal care, outdoor time, and activities. The area has a Walk Score of 51, meaning it is somewhat walkable and some errands can be completed on foot, so a resident may be able to manage selected nearby trips without a car.

$3,015/Month

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Overview of Brookdale Russellville

Brookdale Russellville provides assisted living in Russellville, AR, with help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication management. Residents maintain private apartments while receiving that support. The starting assisted living price is $3,130, and the community’s 100 beds indicate its capacity.

Housing includes studios, alcoves, and one or two bedroom layouts. A two bedroom apartment can suit a couple moving together. Respite care is available for short stays, which may help when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover. Pets are allowed, so residents may continue living with a pet.

Residents can use the fitness center, salon or spa, courtyard, and garden. Activities include gardening workshops, bingo nights, and book discussions, offering several ways to spend time with others or pursue familiar interests. Restaurant style meals are prepared each day and served in the dining room, giving residents a designated setting for meals.

Transportation is available for community activities or appointments. The area has a Walk Score of 37, placing it in a car dependent setting, so a resident who no longer drives would need a car or ride for most errands. Mindy Brigance serves as administrator, and Emeritus Properties Ark Wildflower operates Brookdale Russellville.

Starting Price $3,130/Month

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Overview of Brookdale Conway

Settling in the peaceful neighborhood of Hogan Lane, Conway, AR, Brookdale Conway is an exceptional senior living community that offers assisted living. The community features a wide range of spacious floor plans including studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments. With 24-hour care and assistance from a compassionate and talented team, residents maximize comfort and safety. Brookdale Conway fosters a blissful and welcoming environment with a calendar filled with exciting activities.

The community serves chef-prepared meals to satisfy its residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Promoting a pet-friendly community, Brookdale Conway offers wonderful amenities including a salon, a fitness center, a courtyard, a library, a garden, a game room, a therapy room, a porch, meeting rooms, a fireside living room, a piano, and tranquil landscaped grounds. Enjoy independence and live a relaxing and maintenance-free lifestyle with Brookdale Conway.

Starting Price $3,890/Month

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Overview of Butterfield Trail Village

Butterfield Trail Village, which is located on 44 picturesque acres in the center of Fayetteville, offers first-rate amenities and a variety of impressive senior living options, including apartments, cottages, and village homes. The neighborhood is full of friendly people who will make you feel at home.

They provide more standard options, more amenities and activities at your disposal, and more choices than any other active senior living community in the region—all in a neighborhood setting that is beautifully kept by a fantastic staff that is ready to help. Apartments are conveniently located in the main building complex. There are a variety of sizes available, from studios to two-bedroom Deluxe and Ultra units, each with a private patio or balcony, full-size kitchen appliances, and roomy storage.

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Overview of The Atrium at Serenity Pointe

The Atrium at Serenity Pointe, situated in the heart of Hot Springs, AR, is a classic lodge-style senior living community providing a wide range of services including independent living, assisted living, and memory support. Beautifully designed and cozy accommodations are available for its residents to ensure a comfortable stay along with a maintenance-free lifestyle. In terms of memory care, those with cognitive conditions like Alzheimer’s disease and dementia are served through its DayPulse approach providing important benefits including a more stable mood, better sleep, lower anxiety, and improved appetite.

Having top-notch amenities and services, residents can enjoy delectable and healthy meals from a talented culinary team, a fitness center, a yoga studio, a salon and spa, and more. A robust calendar of engaging activities ensures its residents stay active and connected while maximizing the living experience. Equipped with the right tools and people, seniors can never go wrong with The Atrium at Serenity Pointe.

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Overview of Wood-Lawn Heights

Wood-Lawn Heights offers nursing home, assisted living, independent living, palliative care, and skilled nursing in Batesville, AR. Nursing home and skilled nursing provide on-site nursing care, while assisted living supports daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication management. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while palliative care focuses on comfort and quality of life.

The community has 159 beds. Its combination of care levels may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move to a different community. Judy Belcher serves as the administrator.

Total nurse staffing is 5 hours and 21 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time assigned to each resident. The area has a Walk Score of 34 and is car-dependent, so most errands require a car or a ride, which can affect a resident who no longer drives. Payment options include Medicare and private pay.

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Overview of Eagle Mountain Assisted Living

Eagle Mountain Assisted Living, located in Batesville, Arkansas, embraces a commitment to meet residents’ and families’ expectations by providing quality care and excellent service within a home-like nurturing environment. Grounded in values that promote a high quality of life, passion for excellence, teamwork, giving back to society, and fostering a nurturing atmosphere, Eagle Mountain prioritizes service, quality care, partnership with families, and genuine enjoyment in their endeavors.

The community offers a range of amenities and assisted living facilities designed to enhance residents’ lives. Basic monthly fees cover utilities such as water, electricity, cable, and internet services, along with three delicious meals daily, scheduled local transportation, weekly housekeeping, flat linen laundry service, emergency call systems, smoke detectors, sprinkler systems, building and grounds maintenance, and daily planned activities. Optional services include telephone, salon, personal laundry, guest meals, tray service, catering, and newspaper delivery. Additionally, the community provides various levels of care, with additional fees based on the support services required, determined through assessments conducted before move-in, on the move-in day, and quarterly or more frequently if needed.

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West Shores

2607 Albert Pike Rd, Hot Springs, AR 71913
Overview of West Shores

West Shores offers assisted living, independent living, and respite care in Hot Springs, AR. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks while a resident keeps a private living space. Independent living suits someone who wants private living with community services and no daily care.

Respite care provides a short-term stay when a resident’s usual caregiver needs time away. Several care types share one campus, so a resident whose needs grow over time may be able to move between care levels without leaving the community. West Shores has 82 beds.

Housing includes studios, one-bedroom residences, and two-bedroom residences. A resident can choose a single private space, while a couple moving together may prefer the larger layout. Pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to bring a pet when moving into the community.

West Shores may be a good fit for someone seeking independent living, assisted living, or a short respite stay, including a resident who may need a different care level later. Tabatha Fox serves as the administrator, and Capital Senior Management 2 operates West Shores.

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Overview of Liberty Park Senior Living of Jonesboro

Liberty Park Senior Living of Jonesboro offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Jonesboro, AR. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while allowing a resident to maintain a private living space, memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, and respite care provides a short-term stay. Together, these options can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time, as well as a family caregiver who needs temporary support.

The community has 75 beds and offers studio housing, giving each resident a single private living space. Wheelchair accessibility supports residents who use wheelchairs in moving through the community. Pets are allowed in the community, so a resident can continue living with a pet. Veterans may use the Veteran Support program, and Kalie Huntzinger serves as the administrator.

Contact Liberty Park Senior Living of Jonesboro

Overview of Peachtree Village of Holiday Island

Located in the scenic charm of Holiday Island, Arkansas, Peachtree Village stands as an inviting assisted living community. With fifty-one well-designed assisted living apartments, senior residents can choose from a range of floor plans that suits them perfectly. The captivating backdrop of Peachtree Village is enriched by its location within a resort-like community that resembles a haven, offering a picturesque setting that seamlessly combines outdoor recreational pursuits with the warmth of a close-knit local town.
Peachtree Village has an array of amenities, including a fully-stocked game room, a dedicated exercise area tailored for seniors, a pampering beauty and barber shop, a spacious dining room, and an always-accessible snack and beverage bar. The assisted living community fosters social connections, offering common spaces for shared moments at any hour. Additionally, residents can bask in the outdoors in sunny sitting areas, further enhancing the sense of comfort and tranquility that defines Peachtree Village. The community exudes a palpable sense of unity, with residents often strolling through the city, indulging in lakeside fishing or enjoying moments at beloved local eateries.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Arkansas

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Arkansas?

Assisted living in Arkansas supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Arkansas?

Assisted living in Arkansas is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Arkansas Medicaid cover assisted living?

Arkansas Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including Arkansas) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.

How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?

This page features 153 assisted living facilities in Arkansas. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Arkansas?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Arkansas, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Arkansas?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.

Assisted Living in Arkansas at a glance

Avg Monthly Cost: $5,016The average monthly cost across facilities in Arkansas. Reflects published or estimated base rates and can vary with care level, room type, and amenities. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: $5,600
Avg Walk Score: 31/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Arkansas. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 56The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Arkansas. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90