Page 3 of 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.
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.
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.
Meadowview Healthcare and Rehab
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Gaskill Huntsville
105
Facility 105
AR AVG 56
Rank #7 / 110
No
30
Facility 30
AR AVG 31
Rank #73 / 145
-Tara BoxMeadowview Healthcare And Rehab
St. Francis Assisted Living
AL
Forrest City
55
Facility 55
AR AVG 56
Rank #52 / 110
No
57
Facility 57
AR AVG 31
Rank #15 / 145
-Andre’ StephensSt. Francis County Community Development Co
Memory Care at Good Shepherd
AL
MC
Liitle Rock (Briarwood)
75
Facility 75
AR AVG 56
Rank #25 / 110
Yes
37
Facility 37
AR AVG 31
Rank #50 / 145
-Matt ManningMemory Care At Good Shepherd
Hope‘s Creek Retirement Living
AL
Van Buren
118
Facility 118
AR AVG 56
Rank #5 / 110
Yes
52
Facility 52
AR AVG 31
Rank #23 / 145
1 Bed / 2 BedMisty Lewis-
Peachtree Village, LLC
AL
RC
Fort Smith
59
Facility 59
AR AVG 56
Rank #47 / 110
No
47
Facility 47
AR AVG 31
Rank #30 / 145
-Nancy Sullivan-
Grand Manor
AL
IL
MC
North Monticello
55
Facility 55
AR AVG 56
Rank #52 / 110
No
56
Facility 56
AR AVG 31
Rank #17 / 145
-Ann KlingGrand Manor LLC
Hope Haven Assisted Living Community
AL
MC
Hope
52
Facility 52
AR AVG 56
Rank #58 / 110
No
55
Facility 55
AR AVG 31
Rank #19 / 145
-Stacy MckeeHope Haven, Ltd
Garrett Woods Assisted Living, LLC
AL
IL
Hot Springs
40
Facility 40
AR AVG 56
Rank #71 / 110
Yes
81
Facility 81
AR AVG 31
Rank #1 / 145
-Nina AlterGarrett Woods Assisted Living, LLC
Brookstone Assisted Living Community
AL
MC
RC
Fayetteville
98
Facility 98
AR AVG 56
Rank #14 / 110
No
28
Facility 28
AR AVG 31
Rank #80 / 145
Studio / 1 BedBraida LitkeBrookstone Assisted Living Opco LLC
The Gardens at Osage Terrace
AL
Bentonville
51
Facility 51
AR AVG 56
Rank #59 / 110
No
47
Facility 47
AR AVG 31
Rank #30 / 145
-Kimberly GoinsBentonville Assisted Living Services, LLC

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Overview of Meadowview Healthcare and Rehab

Experience exceptional care from Meadowview Healthcare and Rehab, a distinct community in Huntsville, AR, offering skilled nursing and rehabilitation. A compassionate and well-trained team also provides top-notch care tailored to residents’ personal needs around the clock. Promoting a nurturing and friendly environment, the community ensures residents feel at ease during their stay.

Medicare and Medicaid are also accepted to ease financial burdens. To meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences, delicious and healthy meals are also provided. With therapy services, including physical, occupational, and speech therapy, residents are guaranteed to live beyond their potential. The community is committed to residents’ well-being, providing the highest quality of care, accompanied by well-maintained amenities.

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Overview of St. Francis Assisted Living

St. Francis Assisted Living provides assisted living in Forrest City, Arkansas. Residents receive help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while living in their own apartment, and the 55 bed community may suit someone who prefers a smaller setting.

Residents can spend time outdoors in the gazebo and garden. A beauty parlor provides on site grooming, while the pet policy allows residents to continue living with a companion animal. Transportation and rehabilitation services are also available, giving residents access to rides and rehabilitation support as part of their care arrangements.

A Walk Score of 57 places the area in the somewhat walkable range, meaning some errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to manage select nearby trips independently. Andre’ Stephens serves as administrator, and St. Francis County Community Development Co. operates the community.

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Overview of Memory Care at Good Shepherd

Memory Care at Good Shepherd offers memory care and assisted living in Little Rock, AR. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing and medication while a resident keeps their own apartment. The two care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time and who may be able to remain in the same community as care needs change.

Family-style meals are prepared from scratch and served in a fine dining setting, giving residents a shared dining format for meals. There is plenty to take part in, including organized group activities, exercise classes, lectures, movie matinees, games, book clubs, group outings, holiday parties and entertainment. The community may be a good fit for someone who needs secured memory care or help with daily tasks but may be able to remain in the same community as those needs change.

The community has a Walk Score of 37 out of 100 and is classified as car-dependent. Most errands therefore require a car or a ride for residents who no longer drive.

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Overview of Hope‘s Creek Retirement Living

Welcome to Hope‘s Creek Retirement Living an exceptional assisted living community with memory care services located in Fort Smith, Arkansas. The staff at Hope’s Creek is dedicated to providing relationship-based care, taking the time to understand the unique needs and preferences of each senior resident. With a focus on safety and security, the community offers 24-hour security and emergency response systems to ensure peace of mind for residents and their families.

Hope’s Creek, Inc. is known for its exceptional comfort and personalized care. The community takes pride in serving home-style meals three times a day, using fresh ingredients, in a restaurant-like atmosphere. The facility is thoughtfully designed to create a welcoming and close-knit environment, with features such as one and two-bedroom apartments, spacious living areas, extra-wide hallways, an easy-to-navigate floor plan, large common areas, and multiple covered patios. These amenities provide residents with ample space to socialize and relax while enjoying the comforts of home. 

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Overview of Peachtree Village

Peachtree Village offers assisted living and respite care in Fort Smith, AR. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while residents keep their own apartments. Respite care provides a short stay, which can give a family caregiver time to travel or recover.

With 59 beds, Peachtree Village is a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know each other. Residents have an on-site fitness room for exercise, along with an activity program and monthly events that provide scheduled activities to attend; Nancy Sullivan serves as the administrator. A Walk Score of 47 places the area in a car-dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride, making Peachtree Village a possible fit for someone who needs daily living assistance or for a family seeking a short-term respite stay.

Contact Peachtree Village, LLC

Grand Manor

1960 Hwy 425 North, Monticello, AR 71655
Overview of Grand Manor

Grand Manor offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Monticello, AR. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication, while independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for a resident at risk of wandering.

Because Grand Manor provides several care levels, it may be a good fit for a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move to another community. The community has 55 beds, making it a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other. Grand Manor opened in 2014, and Ann Kling serves as its administrator. A salon and spa provide personal care services on site, while scheduled transportation supports planned trips; with a Walk Score of 56 out of 100, some errands can be done on foot, and a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach nearby destinations independently.

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Overview of Hope Haven Assisted Living Community

Hope Haven Assisted Living Community provides assisted living and memory care in Hope, AR. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for residents at risk of wandering.

The community may be a good fit for someone living with dementia who needs a supervised setting. The community has 52 beds, creating a defined setting for its residents.

Medication Monitoring and Dementia Care are among the specific programs available. Physical therapy and rehabilitation services support residents working on mobility or other functional goals, while Food, Nutritional and Dietary Counseling addresses individual dietary needs.

Respite care provides a short stay while a usual caregiver travels or recovers. Short-term rehabilitation supports a temporary stay focused on rehabilitation.

Medicaid is accepted, giving families with qualifying coverage a listed way to help pay for care. Stacy McKee serves as administrator, and Hope Haven operates the community.

A Walk Score of 55 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot. A resident who no longer drives can complete certain errands independently.

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Overview of Garrett Woods Assisted Living

Garrett Woods Assisted Living provides assisted living and independent living in Hot Springs, AR. Independent living offers private living with community services for residents who do not need daily care, while assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication management. Having both options suits someone who wants independent living now and assisted living available if support needs change over time.

With 40 beds, Garrett Woods is a smaller community where staff and residents may get to know each other. An 81 Walk Score places the area in the very walkable band, so most errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may still reach nearby shops, a pharmacy, or cafes independently. The community is administered by Nina Alter.

Physical therapy and rehabilitation services support mobility and recovery. Transportation services can help with trips outside the community, while a salon and spa provide personal care on site. Three meals each day, including a varied menu of fresh foods, give residents regular prepared dining, and pets are allowed so residents can continue living with a pet.

Contact Garrett Woods Assisted Living, LLC

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 The Gardens at Osage Terrace

The Gardens at Osage Terrace is an assisted living community in Bentonville, AR. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while supporting a resident’s day-to-day independence, so the community may be a good fit for someone who needs that assistance. The community has 51 beds.

A Walk Score of 47 places the area in a car-dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride. Within the community, residents can use the salon studio, private courtyard, arts and crafts studio, and game nooks for personal care, outdoor time, and organized activities. Kimberly Goins serves as administrator, Charity Hangsleben is the director, and Bentonville Assisted Living Services operates The Gardens at Osage Terrace.

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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