Page 5 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. 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.
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.
StoneBridge of Pocahontas
AL
RC
Pocahontas
60
Facility 60
AR AVG 56
Rank #39 / 110
Yes
6
Facility 6
AR AVG 31
Rank #131 / 145
Private Rooms-Eugenia IngramEldercare Of Arkansas II, Inc
St. Bernards Villa
AL
MC
Jonesboro
116
Facility 116
AR AVG 56
Rank #6 / 110
No
4
Facility 4
AR AVG 31
Rank #137 / 145
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-C. Ronnie Sairls-
Prestige Assisted Living
AL
NH
RC
Holiday Island (Eureka Springs)
60
Facility 60
AR AVG 56
Rank #39 / 110
No
5
Facility 5
AR AVG 31
Rank #135 / 145
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-Aronica ReedHoliday Island Operations, LLC
Helens Residential Care Facility
AL
West Memphis (Kendal)
10
Facility 10
AR AVG 56
Rank #100 / 110
No
32
Facility 32
AR AVG 31
Rank #67 / 145
Private BedsA+Helen Harris-
Maple Esplanade Assisted Living
AL
Harrison
78
Facility 78
AR AVG 56
Rank #23 / 110
No
7
Facility 7
AR AVG 31
Rank #124 / 145
Private Beds-Melody StephensNorthwest Regional Supportive Living, LLC
Creative Housing, III – Newton
AL
El Dorado
10
Facility 10
AR AVG 56
Rank #100 / 110
No
63
Facility 63
AR AVG 31
Rank #7 / 145
--Barbara StaggsCreative Housing, III, Inc
Fairweather Manor
AL
Hot Springs
23
Facility 23
AR AVG 56
Rank #89 / 110
No
54
Facility 54
AR AVG 31
Rank #22 / 145
Private Beds-Jeanette RoeCounseling Clinic, Inc
Van Buren Legacy, LLC
AL
IL
Van Buren
40
Facility 40
AR AVG 56
Rank #71 / 110
No
56
Facility 56
AR AVG 31
Rank #17 / 145
--Ladonna SyrockVan Buren Legacy, LLC
Methodist Village Inc.
AL
IL
MC
RC
Fort Smith
45
Facility 45
AR AVG 56
Rank #65 / 110
No
16
Facility 16
AR AVG 31
Rank #105 / 145
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms-Candace Cox-
Sunshine Manor Retirement Homes, Inc.
AL
Paragould
96
Facility 96
AR AVG 56
Rank #16 / 110
No
69
Facility 69
AR AVG 31
Rank #4 / 145
-A+Mike Edwards-

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Overview of St. Bernards Villa

St. Bernards Villa is a non-profit assisted living and memory care community in Jonesboro, AR, that offers personal and specialized care for older adults and those with memory loss. Promoting a compassionate and home-like environment, the community ensures older adults can feel a sense of belonging during their stay. As a level 2 community, medication administration, memory support, and wound care, alongside assistance with daily living activities, are also provided to enhance residents’ welfare. The community also works closely with residents to create care plans tailored to their unique needs.

Light exercises, social gatherings, and brain-stimulating games help improve residents’ cognition and allow them to interact with friends. With cozy living spaces and lively communal areas, residents can rest comfortably. Located along Parker Road and surrounded by trees, residents are guaranteed a laid-back and convenient lifestyle. As a trusted choice for senior living in Arkansas, this assisted living community strives to help older adults thrive in their later years.

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Overview of Van Buren Legacy

Van Buren Legacy offers assisted living and independent living in Van Buren, AR. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while a resident continues living in an apartment, while independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care.

Having both care levels on one campus can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time and who may want to remain in the same community. The community has 40 beds, with studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom units available.

A studio provides one private living space, while a two-bedroom layout can suit a couple moving together. A Walk Score of 56 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can reach select destinations independently. Ladonna Syrock serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Creative Housing, III – Newton

Enjoy a hassle-free lifestyle at Creative Housing III Newton, a distinct community in El Dorado, AR, offering assisted living. Dedicated to those with developmental and intellectual disabilities, the community provides top-notch care tailored to their unique needs around the clock. Here, residents can keep their peace of mind, especially with purposely built and secure accommodations.

A jam-packed calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs is conducted, encouraging residents to live actively and make new friends. Delicious and healthy meals are also served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. The community is a good option for those needing assistance to live comfortably in their golden years, especially with its dedicated services and well-maintained amenities.

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Fairweather Manor

320 Whittington Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71901
Overview of Fairweather Manor

Age without worries at Fairweather Manor, an idyllic community in Hot Springs, AR, offering assisted living. Committed to improving residents’ well-being, a compassionate and well-trained team provides personalized care around the clock. Residents can keep their peace of mind with the community helping with their daily living activities, chores, and maintenance.

A carefully planned calendar of engaging programs and recreational activities is conducted, encouraging residents to live actively and make new friends. Here, residents enjoy delectable and healthy home-cooked meals served three times daily, catering to their dietary needs and preferences. Transportation services are also provided for convenience and safety. The community’s exceptional services and well-maintained amenities create the ideal setting for residents to thrive in retirement.

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Overview of Methodist Village

Opened in 2019, Methodist Village Inc. is an assisted living with memory care services that offers a specialized community known as an Alzheimer’s Special Care Unit (ASCU). The ASCU Community serves as a home for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and other related dementias who require dedicated care and support.

At Methodist Village Senior Living, the primary goal is to create an environment where moments of joy and happiness thrive. Their dedicated team understands the challenges and complexities that come with memory loss and is equipped with the knowledge and expertise to provide the highest quality of care. This community strives to ensure that each resident receives the support they need, while fostering a sense of purpose and well-being. 

Contact Methodist Village Inc.

Overview of Sunshine Manor Retirement Homes

Sunshine Manor Retirement Homes is an assisted living community in Paragould, AR, where residents can receive personal care assistance with bathing, grooming, dressing, and medication management. The regular help with these daily activities may make the community a possible fit for someone who needs ongoing support with them.

Respite care is available for short stays, which can give a family caregiver time to travel or recover. Beauty and barber services are offered on site, and transportation arrangements can help residents organize trips beyond the community. The home has 96 beds, with Mike Edwards serving as administrator. A Walk Score of 69 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, so some errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to manage certain nearby errands independently.

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Overview of StoneBridge of Pocahontas

StoneBridge Pocahontas is an assisted living community in Pocahontas, Arkansas that offers senior living lifestyle with a variety of apartment styles and accommodations. Their residents enjoy all-inclusive, maintenance-free living in beautiful private apartments that provide the independence they desire with the security of available 24-hour professional care. StoneBridge Pocahontas also has a range of amenities and facilities that cater to the needs and preferences of their residents, such as a dining room, a lounge, a library, a garden, and a fitness center. They also enjoy a variety of outings and activities that enrich their lives and foster a sense of community.

As a Level II assisted living facility, their residents get access to supportive health, senior rehab, and social services as needed. They have a team of caring and professional staff who provide personalized services, such as help with bathing, medication assistance, transportation to medical appointments, in-house physical therapy and more. StoneBridge Pocahontas is conveniently located near various local amenities, such as health care facilities, retail stores, churches, and is only 2.38 miles away from Arkansas Methodist Medical Center, which is one of the best hospitals in the area. 

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Overview of Prestige Assisted Living

Holiday Island Operations, LLC runs Prestige Assisted Living, a Level II residential care home situated at 89 Hillside Drive in Holiday Island, Arkansas. Managed by administrator Aronica Reed, the community provides long-term personal assistance alongside short-term respite placements near the Eureka Springs area. The property features a multi-story building layout with internal elevators, ensuring residents can comfortably travel between their living units and the central activity zones without facing stairs.

Seniors living here choose from studio, one-bedroom, or two-bedroom layouts, with a flat fee configuration that covers all personal care, nursing assistance, and family-style meals in the shared dining room. Scheduled group events, religious services, and an on-site beauty barber shop are factored into the weekly calendar. The scenic neighborhood carries a car-dependent walkability rating, meaning visiting relatives and staff rely on vehicles to run errands around the regional Table Rock Lake area. The community coordinates with state financial support paths, accepting both private insurance and the Arkansas Medicaid Waiver program.

Interested individuals seeking residential placement can connect with the central desk to review open floor plans and check the building layout.

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Overview of Maple Esplanade Assisted Living

Spend your best years at Maple Esplanade Assisted Living, an outstanding community in Harrison, AR, offering assisted living. As a level 2 assisted living community, a kind and highly trained team provides top-tier care tailored to residents’ unique needs around the clock. Alongside purposely built and private rooms, housekeeping and laundry services are also provided, ensuring residents feel at ease during their stay.

Here, residents will not run out of things to do with a thoughtfully planned calendar of enriching activities and engaging programs based on their interests and capabilities. Three delicious and healthy meals are also served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. All utilities are also included, alongside an on-site beauty salon, for residents’ convenience. The community is a good option for those needing assistance to live comfortably in retirement, with its dedicated services and state-of-the-art amenities.

Contact Maple Esplanade Assisted Living

Overview of Helens Residential Care Facility

Ideally set in the thriving neighborhood of West Memphis, AR, Helens Residential Care Facility is a blissful retreat that offers assisted living. A kind and well-trained team helps residents with their daily living activities around the clock. 10 cozy and purposely built accommodations are provided in a nurturing and welcoming environment, designed to promote comfort and familiarity.

A thoughtfully curated calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs is conducted, encouraging residents to live actively and make new friends. Mealtimes are something to look forward to, with delicious and well-balanced dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. The community is a good option for those needing assistance to live comfortably in retirement, especially with its top-tier services and exceptional amenities.

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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