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Page 2 of Best Assisted Living in Arkansas

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 151 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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151 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: 35/ 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

Compare Assisted Living around Arkansas

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.

Wood-Lawn Heights
AL
IL
NH
PC
SNF
Batesville (College Heights Addition)
159
Facility 159
AR AVG 84
Rank #6 / 329
No
34
Facility 34
AR AVG 35
Rank #202 / 393
--Judy BelcherWood-Lawn, Inc
Presbyterian Village, Inc.
AL
HOS
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Little Rock (Big Rock Township)
78
Facility 78
AR AVG 84
Rank #192 / 329
Yes
37
Facility 37
AR AVG 35
Rank #178 / 393
-A+Brenda BanePresbyterian Village, Inc
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 / 393
1 Bed / 2 BedA+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 / 393
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+Franceska MarkhamEmeritus Properties Ark Willow Brook LLC
Lake Forest Senior Living at Mountain Home
AL
HOS
IL
MC
NH
PC
SNF
Mountain Home
70
Facility 70
AR AVG 84
Rank #205 / 329
No
14
Facility 14
AR AVG 35
Rank #318 / 393
--Jason T BunchMountain Home Snf Opco LLC
Brookdale Russellville
AL
Russellville (South Inglewood Avenue)
100
Facility 100
AR AVG 84
Rank #130 / 329
Yes
37
Facility 37
AR AVG 35
Rank #178 / 393
Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+Mindy BriganceEmeritus Properties Ark Wildflower LLC
Magnolia Place Assisted Living & Memory Care
AL
MC
Rogers
-Yes
36
Facility 36
AR AVG 35
Rank #190 / 393
-A+--
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 / 393
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms-Candace Cox-
Village Park of Conway
AL
Conway
47
Facility 47
AR AVG 84
Rank #255 / 329
Yes
73
Facility 73
AR AVG 35
Rank #12 / 393
Private / Semi-Private RoomsA+Krystal Fields-
Vitality Living Pleasant Hills
AL
IL
Little Rock (Rock Creek)
-Yes
51
Facility 51
AR AVG 35
Rank #94 / 393
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+--
Omega Home
AL
D Hope (Frisco Addition)
-No
55
Facility 55
AR AVG 35
Rank #79 / 393
--Kristopher StewartOmega Home, Inc
Elder Independence Home Care
AL
HC
MC
RESC
RC
Bryant (Edgewood)
-No
63
Facility 63
AR AVG 35
Rank #35 / 393
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Liberty Park Senior Living of Jonesboro
AL
MC
RC
Jonesboro (Red Wolf Boulevard)
75
Facility 75
AR AVG 84
Rank #199 / 329
Yes
24
Facility 24
AR AVG 35
Rank #266 / 393
StudioA+Kalie HuntzingerLiberty Park Senior Living Of Jonesboro, LLC
Brookfield Assisted Living
AL
IL
MC
RC
Fort Smith
-Yes
58
Facility 58
AR AVG 35
Rank #60 / 393
--Ellie Harvey-
Providence PCC of Searcy
AL
IL
MC
Searcy (River Oaks)
58
Facility 58
AR AVG 84
Rank #237 / 329
No
46
Facility 46
AR AVG 35
Rank #122 / 393
--Jennifer A FosterProvidence Pcc Of Searcy, LLC
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Overview of Omega Home

Live a blissful retirement at Omega Home, an idyllic retirement in Hope, AR, offering assisted living. A compassionate and well-trained team provides top-notch care tailored to residents’ personal needs 24/7, ensuring their comfort and safety. Promoting a nurturing and friendly environment, residents can feel a sense of belonging during their stay.

With a carefully curated calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs, residents are encouraged to live actively and make new friends. Mealtimes promote social interactions and meet dietary needs with delectable and well-balanced dining options. Transportation services are provided for convenience and safety. The community’s exceptional services and state-of-the-art amenities create the ideal setting for residents to thrive in their golden years.

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Overview of Elder Independence Home Care

Based in Bryant, Arkansas, Elder Independence Home Care is a non-medical home care agency serving older adults across central Arkansas by providing support directly in their own homes rather than in a residential community. This approach can suit families who want older adults to remain in a familiar environment while receiving assistance.

Services include respite care, licensed nurse and CNA support, and a range of in-home programs such as short-term transitional care, post-surgery assistance, hospital sitter services, disability support, and in-home assessments. These options address both ongoing daily needs and short-term recovery situations, while also offering family support and caregiver respite when needed.

Located about 5.75 miles from Saline Memorial Hospital, the agency maintains proximity to a key medical center in the area. Elder Independence Home Care has also received local recognition, including Best In-Home Care and Best Business in Bryant.

This service is designed for older adults who prefer to age in place with flexible, in-home support rather than move into a residential community.

Contact Elder Independence Home Care

Overview of Liberty Park Senior Living of Jonesboro

Liberty Park Senior Living is a senior living community in Jonesboro, Arkansas that offers expert care, affordable options, and quality lifestyle. Their mission is to provide seniors with a distinguished lifestyle that meets their needs and preferences. They have a variety of stylish floor plans to choose from, all with maintenance-free apartment homes.

Liberty Park Senior Living also offers the best senior health service in Jonesboro, with a team of professional and compassionate staff. They are more than just a senior living community. This assisted living community is a place where seniors can enjoy their golden years with comfort, convenience, and peace of mind. 

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Overview of Brookfield Assisted Living

Brookfield Assisted Living also offers top-notch memory care services to seniors seeking a vibrant stay experience. The warm and welcoming atmosphere makes seniors feel confident and comfortable in their newfound home.  Housing residents have access to personal care to enhance their quality of life. Brookfield provides impeccable hospitality in an inviting and helpful atmosphere while staying comfortable and secure in the cozy, home-like community.

The community is only expected to provide a stress-free and joyful experience through its weekly housekeeping and laundry services, 24-hour service, social and recreational activities, fitness classes, and ADLs.

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Overview of Providence Pcc of Searcy

Providence Pcc of Searcy, situated in the heart of Searcy, Arkansas, is a family-owned boutique-style senior living community. Whether residents choose Assisted Living, or Memory Care neighborhoods with personalized care plans, their commitment is unwavering—to support residents to their highest level of independence. The core mission at Providence Assisted Living is to offer quality memory care senior living within a caring and supportive framework.
At Providence Assisted Living, residents are encouraged to maintain maximum independence, complemented by access to professional and compassionate staff who contribute to creating a home-like atmosphere. Residents discover a warm and inviting environment within its walls that exudes a homely atmosphere, turning staff and fellow residents into extended families. Providence Assisted Living of Searcy is meticulously designed to be an affordable and secure haven for those searching for a dignified and independent lifestyle in their golden years. It transcends being merely a residence; it’s a place where residents can joyfully celebrate their golden years with compassion, companionship, and a profound sense of belonging.

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Brookstone Assisted Living Community

415 E Longview St, Fayetteville, AR 72703
Overview of Brookstone Assisted Living Community

With its 25 years of experience in helping seniors, Brookstone Assisted Living, set in the quiet city of Fayetteville, AR, provides assisted living, memory care, and respite care services. Have a peaceful and safe stay in the cozy and elegant accommodations of the community in a selection of studio, private, and semi-private one-, and two-bedroom floor plans. The community exceeds expectations in delivering top-tier care and assistance for seniors to flourish and achieve their full potential.

Promoting a lively and nurturing environment, Brookstone Assisted Living ensures residents feel a sense of belonging and interact well with their surroundings. Enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle and lead a meaningful life with your needs and preferences handled by the community. Surrounded by a beautiful setting and serene spaces, Brookstone Assisted Living is ideal for comfort and security.

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Overview of Innisfree Senior Living

Innisfree Senior Living occupies a two-story building at 300 S Innisfree Cir in Rogers, Arkansas, with 40 beds split between studio and one-bedroom apartments. Each unit comes with its own balcony or patio, a detail that matters more than it might sound. Private outdoor space means residents don’t have to leave their apartment to sit outside.

The surrounding area scores a 55 on Walk Score, which lands it in the “moderately walkable” range. Some errands, like a walk to a nearby park or shop, are realistic on foot, but others still call for a car. Around the clock, staff trained in medication management are on hand, and the daily support list covers housekeeping, meal prep, maintenance, lawn care, and transportation to appointments or errands.

Social life gets built in too: parties, bingo, and movie nights show up on the activities calendar. That’s a small thing on paper, but it means residents don’t need a family member driving over just to have something to do on a Tuesday night. Innisfree Investments, LLC operates the property.

Between the private outdoor space, the round-the-clock medication support, and a schedule that actually has things on it, Innisfree reads as a community built for residents who want independence with a safety net underneath it, not constant hands-on care, but not total self-sufficiency either.

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Overview of Brookdale Chenal Heights

Brookdale Chenal Heights provides an exceptional residential assisted living and memory care experience. The home strives to enhance the quality of life of seniors who need quality assistance and offers options that cater to each individual’s needs. As a member of the Brookdale Senior Living Group, Chenal Heights guarantees a resident-centered atmosphere, promoting a comfortable living situation.

The lifestyle at Brookdale is designed to make life safe and convenient for everyone. Its all-inclusive amenities and services include spacious common areas, recreational rooms, housekeeping, memory care training, and transportation services. Management prides itself on its approach to modern assisted living care, which is unparalleled thanks to its remarkable care staff, which never fails to offer compassionate care.

Contact Brookdale Chenal Heights

Overview of St. Bernards Medical Center

St. Bernards Medical Center is a regional health hub that provides quality care for families in northeast Arkansas and southeast Missouri. Founded in 1900, St. Bernards is a nonprofit organization that operates a 440-bed acute-care facility and four centers of excellence: Heart Care, Cancer Treatment, Women’s and Children’s Services, and Senior Services. Whether you need a routine checkup, a complex surgery, or a specialized treatment, you can trust St. Bernards to deliver compassionate and cutting-edge care close to home.

St. Bernards Medical Center is not only a hospital, but also a community. It serves as a regional referral center for 23 counties, reaching over one million people. It supports various outreach programs and initiatives that aim to improve the health and well-being of the people in its service area. It also fosters a culture of excellence and innovation among its staff, physicians, volunteers, and donors. St. Bernards is more than just a hospital. It is your partner in health.

Contact St. Bernards Medical Center

Overview of Chateau on the Ridge

Chateau on the Ridge runs 91 beds out of Paragould, Arkansas, all private pay, all housed in private one- and two-bedroom apartments. AR Methodist Medical Center Retirement Com. Inc. operates the community, with Deborah Farrell as administrator. There’s also a private guest suite on-site for family visiting from out of town. The Walk Score sits at 18, solidly car-dependent territory, so getting around means driving.

Dining runs restaurant-style every day, not a rotating cafeteria schedule. Outside, there’s a courtyard with patios, a garden, and a fountain. Inside, residents have access to an on-site general store, a chapel, and a wellness center, three different reasons to leave the apartment without leaving the property.

Medical appointments don’t have to mean arranging a ride from family, either. Transportation runs to appointments in both Paragould and Jonesboro, which widens the pool of providers residents can actually see. Activities lean resident-led: crafts, clubs, the kind of programming shaped by the people actually living there rather than handed down from a corporate calendar. Pets are welcome, too.

Chateau on the Ridge reads as a private-pay assisted living community built around private living space and a fairly complete on-site ecosystem, general store, chapel, wellness center, paired with transportation reach that extends care access well past its own front door.

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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 151 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.