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Page 8 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 Peachtree Village

Located on Fresno Street, Peachtree Village 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.

Contact Peachtree Village, LLC

Overview of Montgomery County Assisted Living

Live a blissful retirement at Montgomery County Assisted Living, an idyllic retreat surrounded by lush green spaces in Mount Ida, AR, offering assisted living. Residents can ease their worries with a compassionate and well-trained team helping with their daily living activities and personal needs around the clock. Specially designed and secure accommodations are provided in a nurturing and welcoming environment, ensuring residents can maintain their independence without hassles.

A carefully curated calendar of engaging activities and fun recreational programs is conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Mealtimes foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and well-balanced dining options. The community is dedicated to improving residents’ wellness, providing dedicated services, and cozy amenities.

Contact Montgomery County Assisted Living

Overview of Forrest Hills Residential Care Facility

Forrest Hills Residential Care Facility is an assisted living home located on Lindaeur Road in Forrest City, Arkansas. The home is operated by Boeckmann & Sons, Inc, and is set up to support older adults who need help with everyday activities like bathing, dressing, medication management, and meals while preserving as much independence as possible.

As an assisted living provider, it pairs daily personal care with a smaller, house-style residential setting that many families find more personal and intimate than a larger community. A single-story facility with 45 beds in a private room layout, the home is in a car-dependent area, with a Walk Score of 11. This means most errands and activities will need transportation by car. Such a kind of setting works well for residents and families who cherish a quieter residential neighborhood over a high-traffic commercial area.

For families considering Forrest Hills Residential Care Facility, touring is a good way to see firsthand the home layout, room options, and daily environment. Knowing what services, programs, and amenities exist will help identify if the home fits well for your loved one’s care needs.

Contact Forrest Hills Residential Care Facility

Overview of David E. Puryear Center

Set in Jonesboro, Arkansas, the David E. Puryear Center is a residential care community operated by The Learning Center of Northeast Arkansas, Inc. It also serves a highly limited-capacity setting with 10 beds, offering a more intimate environment for older adults compared with larger communities.

Around-the-clock staffing is provided, including licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants, and Medicaid is accepted as a payment option. The community also focuses less on general elder living and more on structured developmental and therapeutic support.

Services include developmental support, adult development programs, applied behavior analysis, autism screening, outpatient pediatric therapy, and diagnostic and resource services. These offerings indicate a focus on individuals with developmental or intellectual disabilities rather than a typical older adult assisted living population.

With a Walk Score of 21, the surrounding area is considered car-dependent, requiring a vehicle for most errands, and walkable access to nearby amenities is limited.

Contact David E. Puryear Center

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.

Contact Methodist Health and Rehab

Overview of The Bungalows at Fayetteville

With executive director Paula Moore leading the home, The Bungalows at Fayetteville is an assisted living community on North Crossover Road in Fayetteville, Arkansas. It caters to residents who may need continuous support and seekers of short-term respite care. Operating for 15 years, the community supplies a stable, established setting with consistent experience in senior living.

Residents can select from three housing styles, studio, one-, and two-bedroom apartments, ranging from 429 to 682 square feet. The pet-welcoming community allows occupants to keep their animal companions when moving in. For residents needing help getting to appointments or activities, scheduled transportation is offered. As part of daily life, the facility offers fitness and recreation programs. The location scores 25 on the Walk Score, reflecting a somewhat walkable area where a few errands can be done on foot, though most trips require a vehicle.

With assisted living, memory care, and respite care options in one place, The Bungalows at Fayetteville serves families seeking flexible care arrangements or those expecting the need for memory support.

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Overview of Forrest Manor

Enjoy a worry-free retirement at Forrest Manor, Inc., a blissful retreat in Stuttgart, AR, offering assisted living. Here, residents receive exceptional care tailored to their needs from a kind and highly trained team available around the clock. Beautifully furnished and cozy accommodations are also provided in a nurturing and welcoming environment, ensuring residents feel at ease during their stay.

A thoughtfully planned calendar of enriching activities and engaging programs is conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Delicious and healthy meals are also served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. With its dedicated services and state-of-the-art amenities, residents are guaranteed to thrive in their golden years.

Contact Forrest Manor, Inc.

Overview of The Gardens at Osage Terrace

Administered by Kimberly Goins, The Gardens at Osage Terrace is a 51-bed assisted living community operated by Bentonville Assisted Living Services, LLC, in Bentonville, Arkansas. The home caters to older adults who benefit from support with daily living activities while maintaining independence in a residential setting.

The community centers much of its everyday life around shared meals. Residents eat three meals daily served in the dining room. Staff provide table service and create an atmosphere built on companionship and conversations at mealtimes. Such an approach often charms residents and families who value a social dining experience and the daily structure following communal meals. Beyond dining, the home gives residents space to pursue interests and hobbies. The Arts and Crafts Studio provides room for creative pursuits, while the Game Nooks offers a casual place to enjoy time with fellow residents. A Salon Studio is present for grooming services, and the Private Courtyard offers outdoor space. These amenities create a setting where residents can engage with their interests and their neighbors. Bentonville’s location scores 47 on the Walk Score spectrum, indicating that some nearby services are walkable on foot, though most trips demand a car.

The mixed walkability of The Gardens at Osage Terrace suits residents and families who appreciate a quieter residential setting with no bustle of a more urban area.

Contact The Gardens at Osage Terrace

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.

Contact Butterfield Trail Village

Overview of Legacy Heights Retirement Center

Legacy Heights is an upscale retirement community that offers a comprehensive range of services for independent living. Residents can enjoy the convenience of cooked meals, weekly housekeeping, and paid utilities, among other amenities. These inclusive offerings allow residents to have more time for the activities they love, without the burdens of home maintenance.
At Legacy Heights, senior residents become part of an active and caring family. This assisted living community fosters a sense of belonging and friendship, creating a neighborhood of friends rather than just a nursing home or care facility. Laughter and shared experiences are a common thread that weaves through the vibrant community, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere in the heart of Fort Smith, Arkansas. 

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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.