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Best Assisted Living in Arkansas

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 188 assisted living communities in Arkansas using Arkansas 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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Jun 2026
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188 homes
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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: 34/ 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: 84The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Arkansas. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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The information below is reported by the Arkansas Department of Human Services, Office of Long Term Care.

Butterfield Trail Village
AL
IL
NH
Fayetteville (East Joyce Boulevard)
87
Facility 87
AR AVG 84
Rank #167 / 330
Yes
39
Facility 39
AR AVG 34
Rank #165 / 419
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+Jay M GreenButterfield Trail Village, Incorporated
West Shores
AL
IL
RC
Hot Springs
82
Facility 82
AR AVG 84
Rank #182 / 330
Yes
22
Facility 22
AR AVG 34
Rank #281 / 419
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-Tabatha FoxCapital Senior Management 2, Inc
Liberty Park Senior Living of Jonesboro
AL
MC
Jonesboro (Red Wolf Boulevard)
75
Facility 75
AR AVG 84
Rank #200 / 330
Yes
24
Facility 24
AR AVG 34
Rank #268 / 419
StudioA+Kalie HuntzingerLiberty Park Senior Living Of Jonesboro, LLC
Brookdale Russellville
AL
Russellville (South Inglewood Avenue)
100
Facility 100
AR AVG 84
Rank #131 / 330
Yes
37
Facility 37
AR AVG 34
Rank #179 / 419
Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+Mindy BriganceEmeritus Properties Ark Wildflower LLC
Brookdale Fort Smith
AL
MC
Fort Smith
100
Facility 100
AR AVG 84
Rank #131 / 330
Yes
51
Facility 51
AR AVG 34
Rank #95 / 419
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+Franceska MarkhamEmeritus Properties Ark Willow Brook LLC
Hope‘s Creek Retirement Living
AL
MC
Van Buren
118
Facility 118
AR AVG 84
Rank #75 / 330
Yes
52
Facility 52
AR AVG 34
Rank #93 / 419
1 Bed / 2 BedA+Misty Lewis-
Mt. Carmel Community at The Village
AL
IL
MC
Hot Springs Village
75
Facility 75
AR AVG 84
Rank #200 / 330
No
14
Facility 14
AR AVG 34
Rank #321 / 419
-A+Jimmy ElrodMt. Carmel Community At The Village
The West Haven, Inc.
AL
Dewitt
55
Facility 55
AR AVG 84
Rank #242 / 330
No
48
Facility 48
AR AVG 34
Rank #109 / 419
Private Beds-Debra Charlene West-
Village Park of Conway
AL
Conway
47
Facility 47
AR AVG 84
Rank #256 / 330
Yes
73
Facility 73
AR AVG 34
Rank #12 / 419
Private / Semi-Private RoomsA+Krystal Fields-
Helens Residential Care Facility
AL
West Memphis (Kendal)
10
Facility 10
AR AVG 84
Rank #309 / 330
No
32
Facility 32
AR AVG 34
Rank #219 / 419
Private BedsA+Helen Harris-
Brookdale Conway
AL
Conway
100
Facility 100
AR AVG 84
Rank #131 / 330
Yes
26
Facility 26
AR AVG 34
Rank #258 / 419
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+Joe PhillipsEmeritus Properties-Arkansas LLC
Woodland Heights
AL
Tigard (Bull Mountain)
55
Facility 55
AR AVG 84
Rank #242 / 330
Yes
31
Facility 31
AR AVG 34
Rank #229 / 419
Private RoomsA+Spencer Levine-
The Atrium at Serenity Pointe
AL
IL
MC
Hot Springs
150
Facility 150
AR AVG 84
Rank #12 / 330
Yes
19
Facility 19
AR AVG 34
Rank #299 / 419
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+Jacob RodgersHot Springs Operating, LLC
Plantation Homes of Poinsett County, Inc.
AL
Trumann
40
Facility 40
AR AVG 84
Rank #267 / 330
No
5
Facility 5
AR AVG 34
Rank #369 / 419
Private BedsA+Lorrie Devries-
Wilsons Residential Care
AL
Marianna
12
Facility 12
AR AVG 84
Rank #306 / 330
No
1
Facility 1
AR AVG 34
Rank #397 / 419
Private BedsA+James And Bertha Wilson-
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Overview of Forrest Hills Residential Care Facility
Forrest Hills Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center provides a range of services including skilled nursing, rehabilitation, long-term care, respite care, memory care, and hospice. The facility focuses on compassionate care and personalized experiences for residents. It aims to create a family-like atmosphere where residents feel at home.

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Overview of Methodist Health and Rehab

Methodist Rehabilitation Hospital is a state-of-the-art, inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital dedicated to the treatment and recovery of individuals who have experienced the debilitating effects of a severe injury or illness. The hospital offers specialized rehabilitation programs tailored to the needs of patients recovering from strokes, brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, amputations, and orthopedic injuries. It strives to maximize health, function, and quality of life through comprehensive physical medicine and rehabilitation programs.

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Overview of Mt. Carmel Community

Mt. Carmel Community is an assisted living community on Boone Road in Benton, Arkansas, serving the surrounding area for the past 20 years. The home has 100 beds and is designed to support older adults requiring help with daily activities like bathing, dressing, medication management, and meals. Residents and families should plan on driving for most daily errands and appointments since the location is in a car-dependent neighborhood.

The core of daily care at Mt. Carmel Community includes licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants available 24/7. A doctor is on staff to address medical needs, with no outside appointments needed for routine care. The community also offers rehabilitation services for residents recovering from surgery or illness, and can provide respite care for families who require temporary support. This mix of nursing support and clinical services makes the facility a good fit for someone who benefits from hands-on help with personal care and some medical oversight. Meals are served thrice daily in the dining room, with menus made to offer variety and nutrition. Beyond meals, the community supports daily living with services like personal laundry, transportation to appointments and outings, weekly housekeeping, and building maintenance. An on-site beautician and barber exist, and residents can access cable television and internet connectivity. An activity director is on staff to coordinate programs and recreation, and the home supplies rotating specialized services to address changing needs.

Mt. Carmel Community has been established long enough to identify the local market and build care continuity, which many families find reassuring when selecting a place for a loved one.

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Overview of Peachtree Village, LLC

Located on Fresno Street, Peachtree Village, LLC is a residential assisted living community in Fort Smith, Arkansas. As an assisted living provider, it’s designed to support older adults requiring help with daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication management, while supporting independence wherever possible. The 59-bed community has been operating for 36 years, which speaks to its stability in the area.

To support residents’ daily needs, the home has 24-hour staffing. A fitness room is an opportunity for residents to stay active, and monthly events and an activity program help shape community life. The home includes utilities as part of its service model, which can simplify budgeting for families. The location, with a Walk Score of 47, is slightly walkable, but most visits and errands will need a car.

For families factoring in Peachtree Village, an on-site tour is the best way to know the home’s daily feel, see the room options, and talk about care services and dining arrangements in detail.

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Overview of Mercy Crest Retirement Living

Mercy Crest Retirement Living is a nursing home in Barling, Arkansas, serving the surrounding community and the region beyond. The 102-bed facility stands in a car-dependent area where most errands demand a car, so the availability of transportation to medical appointments is a practical asset for residents and their families.

Operating with 24-hour staffing, the home offers respite care, making it an option for families seeking short-term support or those transitioning a loved one into nursing care. To help residents stay as independent as possible, day-to-day support includes weekly housekeeping and laundry services, medication assistance, and an emergency call system. Residents have access to structured activities that balance social time and mental engagement: daily games and socialization, physical exercises, and scheduled community events and outings. This blend of programming reflects a daily life approach that values both engagement and wellness. Meals are prepared to include heart-healthy options together with other choices, acknowledging that nutrition matters in long-term care. The community delivers the basic supportive infrastructure of a nursing home: security services, organized medication management, and immediate access to transportation for medical needs.

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Overview of Dalton’s Place at Star City

Dalton’s Place at Star City is a 53-bed nursing home located in Star City, Arkansas, providing skilled nursing care and support for older adults needing daily assistance with medical needs, personal care, and activities of daily living. Nursing homes of this type typically offer 24-hour nursing staff, medications management, and medical oversight for residents recovering from acute illness or living with chronic conditions that demand ongoing professional care.

The small, 53-bed facility can build a more intimate setting where staff may develop closer relationships with residents and families. Its location offers some walkability, with a Walk Score of 38. This means a few nearby services may be accessible on foot, but most trips will require transportation. For going around town, families and visitors navigating the area around the home will want to plan accordingly.

For families thinking of nursing care options, visiting Dalton’s Place at Star City and talking with staff regarding daily operations, care routines, and how the home supports residents is a good initial step toward knowing if it’s a decent fit for your loved one’s needs.

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Overview of Green Acres Easy Living INC.

Operating for 34 years, Green Acres Easy Living Inc. is a small, long-established assisted living home in Rogers, Arkansas. For older adults needing daily support with personal care but still want independence, the home has developed a focused approach to residential care. With just 30 beds, the community offers a scaled and intimate environment where residents can get help with dressing, grooming, bathing, and medication management while living in their own private space.

The home is staffed 24/7 with licensed nurses and nursing assistants, offering respite care for families needing temporary support. Each resident resides in a big private room with options to furnish it personally or use the home’s furnishings. Utilities, cable, and basic room amenities are part of daily living. Meals are home cooked and highlight balance and flavor. The home handles daily housekeeping and laundry, which removes a huge burden from residents and families. For residents who need to visit clinics, beauty shops, or other locations around Rogers, scheduled transportation exists. The neighborhood is somewhat walkable, meaning some nearby services are reachable on foot, but most errands and appointments need a quick drive. The area is served by good road access and an array of local healthcare facilities.

Green Acres Easy Living Inc.’s longevity in the community shows a consistent, stable approach to assisted living care. Its small size and private-room focus captivate families who seek a quieter, more personal setting instead of a big community with thorough amenities.

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Overview of Hope Haven Assisted Living Community

Hope Haven Assisted Living Community is a skilled nursing home in Hope, Arkansas. The facility, operated by Hope Haven, LTD and administrated by Stacy Mckee, is a small community with 52 beds. This makes the home an intimate setting for residents who need ongoing nursing care or short-term rehabilitation due to a hospital stay or injury.

The facility is well-positioned for families and residents who treasure a quieter, smaller-scale environment. Some errands are doable on foot, but most trips will involve a drive since the home’s location on West 23rd Street scores 55 out of 100 for walkability. The surrounding neighborhood provides a manageable setting for residents and visiting family. Clinically, the facility puts focus on rehabilitation services together with longer-term nursing care. Short-term rehab exists for those recovering from surgery or illness, and the home also offers respite care for families needing temporary support. 24-hour staffing ensures that residents have access to nursing support all the time. Beyond core care, the community delivers medication monitoring and nutritional counseling to support individual health needs.
Daily life at the facility includes regular meals and programming tailored to residents’ interests. The dining program has three meals daily and considers dietary restrictions and food allergies, ensuring that residents with special dietary needs are handled properly. The home also organizes activities like retired road trips, indicating an effort to maintain engagement and connections to the wider community.

An in-person visit by families considering the home is the best way to understand its day-to-day operations and identify whether its size and focus on rehabilitation match a loved one’s care needs.

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Overview of Brownwood Life Care Center, INC.

Operated by Brownwood Life Care Center, Inc., Brownwood Life Care Center is a 50-bed nursing home on Wells Lake Road in Fort Smith, Arkansas. For residents recuperating from illness or injury, the home provides nursing care and offers rehabilitation services. Families will want to plan for easy driving access when visiting the car-dependent setting.

The community highlights engagement through community activities. Residents join outings and special events throughout Fort Smith and the surrounding area, including trips to the mall, the state fair, and concerts. Such activities supply entertainment and opportunities for residents to stay connected to the wider community.

An in-person tour by families considering Brownwood Life Care Center is the best way to learn about the available care services, daily programming, and residential accommodations.

Contact Brownwood Life Care Center, Inc.

Overview of Crown Point Retirement Center LLC

Operated by Healthmark Services, Inc., Crown Point Retirement Center LLC is a 69-bed assisted living community on South Rose Street in Sheridan, Arkansas. The facility has been serving the area for 20 years, supplying supportive housing and daily assistance for older adults who need help with activities like dressing, bathing, medication management, and meals, all while keeping their independence.

The Sheridan location sits in a bit of a walkable neighborhood where a few nearby errands and services are reachable on foot, though most trips normally need a quick drive. This setting offers a quieter residential feel that many families find conducive to comfort and a slower daily pace.

For families keen to learn more regarding Crown Point Retirement Center LLC’s particular amenities, dining options, activity programming, and current pricing, an on-site visit is the best way to get a full picture of the community and see its space firsthand.

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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 188 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.