Page 2 of Best Senior Communities in Arkansas

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 416 senior communities in AR using AR Dept. of Human Services (DHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank senior communities 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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. SC (Senior Communities):
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.
Timberlane Health & Rehab
SC
MC
NH
RC
SNF
El Dorado
106No 33 -A+William DornanTimberlane Care And Rehabilitation Center, LLC
Silver Oaks Health and Rehabilitation
SC
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Camden
104No 50 -A+Stephen McguireOcnc, Inc
Willowbend Health and Rehabilitation, LLC
SC
NH
RC
SNF
Marion
140No 51 --Jennifer R. TaylorWillowbend Health And Rehabilitation, LLC
St. Elizabeth‘s Place
SC
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Jonesboro
110No 20 -A+Shari DotyJonesboro Care And Rehabilitation Center, LLC
Brookdale Conway
SC
AL
Conway
100Yes 26 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+Joe PhillipsEmeritus Properties-Arkansas LLC
Spring Creek Health and Rehab
SC
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Cabot
109No 67 --Hadleigh MccluskeyScnc, Inc
Beebe Retirement Center, Inc.
SC
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Beebe
105No 27 -A+Melissa PooreBeebe Retirement Center, Inc
Care Manor Nursing and Rehab
SC
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Mountain Home
104No 60 -A+Randy J SutterfieldMhcnc, Inc
The Green House Cottages of Poplar Grove
SC
HOS
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Little Rock (Leander)
120No 31 Private Rooms / Semi-Private RoomsA+Tyler EverittPoplar Grove Operations, LLC
Heritage Living Center
SC
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Conway
140No 2 --Tina BogardHlnc, Inc
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Overview of Timberlane Health & Rehab

Nestled in the heart of El Dorado, Arkansas, Timberlane Health & Rehabilitation stands as a beacon of compassionate care and well-being, offering the highest quality healthcare services to the residents of central Arkansas and surrounding communities. Timberlane specializes in short-term rehabilitation, ensuring individuals receive the necessary support during their recovery journey. For those seeking a nurturing home for the long haul, Timberlane provides comprehensive long-term care services, going beyond medical care to promote holistic well-being.

At Timberlane Health & Rehabilitation, the commitment to compassionate care extends beyond medical services, creating an environment where senior residents find comfort, support, and a sense of belonging. Timberlane actively encourages family participation in care planning, recognizing informed family members’ significant impact on their loved one’s well-being. Their mission is clear: to provide diverse healthcare options focusing on enhancing the quality of life for patients, their families, and dedicated associates. Patients at Timberlane experience solace in a warm and comfortable environment that fosters healing and connection. Under the compassionate leadership of Administrator Robin Loony, the entire team works tirelessly to ensure each resident’s comfort, enjoyment, and safety. 

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Overview of Silver Oaks Health and Rehabilitation

Silver Oaks Health and Rehabilitation in Camden, Arkansas, supplies long-term nursing, skilled nursing care, specialized memory support, and short-term respite stays. A secured environment provides supervision to residents prone to wandering, while respite services give regular family caregivers temporary breaks to travel or rest.

OCNC operates the 104-bed center under administrator Stephen McGuire. Staffing logs record an average of 4 hours and 39 minutes of hands-on nursing time per resident each day. On-site physical, occupational, and speech therapies help short-term and long-term residents complete recovery programs without leaving the campus.

Outdoor amenities include an enclosed courtyard featuring a gazebo and paved walking path, alongside a salon for personal grooming. The property earns a 50 walk score, putting a few routine errands within walking distance. Payment methods include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Interested families comparing local care facilities or searching for temporary relief options can contact Silver Oaks Health and Rehabilitation to check bed availability, go over financial details, or tour the grounds.

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Overview of Willowbend Health and Rehabilitation

Willowbend Health and Rehabilitation in Marion, Arkansas, delivers skilled nursing, nursing home care, respite stays, and short-term rehabilitation. Nursing services accommodate individuals needing continuous clinical assistance, whereas rehabilitation programs focus on physical recovery following medical events. Temporary respite admissions provide short-term stays for residents when regular caregivers require personal time off.

This 140-bed facility currently maintains a 79% occupancy rate under administrator Jennifer R. Taylor. Nursing staff provides an average of 4 hours and 21 minutes of care per resident daily, supported by 24-hour personnel and an on-site physician. Funding avenues encompass Medicare for qualifying short-term rehab, Medicaid for extended stays, and private payment options.

Prospective residents can reach out to Willowbend Health and Rehabilitation to check current room availability, inquire about rehabilitation programs, or schedule a tour of the area.

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Overview of St. Elizabeth‘s Place

Nestled in the heart of Jonesboro, Arkansas, St. Elizabeth’s Place is a renowned senior care facility that offers exceptional short-term transitional and long-term care services. St. Elizabeth’s Place provides compassionate support and personalized care, whether you require specialized short-term rehabilitation to hasten your recovery or seek a comfortable long-term care setting.

As Medicare and Medicaid participants, they strive to ensure accessible and high-quality services for their residents and their families. With a commitment to excellence, St. Elizabeth’s Place is a trusted partner in enhancing its residents’ well-being and comfort throughout their care journey.

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Overview of Brookdale Conway

Settling in the peaceful neighborhood of Hogan Lane, Conway, AR, Brookdale Conway is an exceptional senior living community that offers assisted living. The community features a wide range of spacious floor plans including studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments. With 24-hour care and assistance from a compassionate and talented team, residents maximize comfort and safety. Brookdale Conway fosters a blissful and welcoming environment with a calendar filled with exciting activities.

The community serves chef-prepared meals to satisfy its residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Promoting a pet-friendly community, Brookdale Conway offers wonderful amenities including a salon, a fitness center, a courtyard, a library, a garden, a game room, a therapy room, a porch, meeting rooms, a fireside living room, a piano, and tranquil landscaped grounds. Enjoy independence and live a relaxing and maintenance-free lifestyle with Brookdale Conway.

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Overview of Spring Creek Health and Rehab

With 36 years of care, Spring Creek Health and Rehab offers nursing home, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Cabot, AR. Residents receive ongoing clinical support from licensed nurses, supported by 24-hour staffing. Specialized care is also provided for those living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Moreover, hospice services provide comfort for those with life-limiting conditions.

The community has 109 beds, with an occupancy of 73.4%. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 12 minutes per resident each day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are also accepted, giving families several listed ways to cover care.

A therapy gym supports rehabilitation sessions at the community, while the enclosed outdoor courtyard has a gazebo and concrete walking path for time outside. Furthermore, salon services let residents receive grooming on-site. Meals prepared by a certified dietary manager and cooks can accommodate food allergies and preferences.

Meanwhile, a Walk Score of 67 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, giving a resident who no longer drives some opportunities to get out independently. SCNC operates the community, with Hadleigh McCluskey serving as administrator.

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Overview of Beebe Retirement Center

Offering memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing services, Beebe Retirement Center is a nursing home administered by Melissa Poore in Beebe, AR. With 24-hour staffing, residents receive care whenever needed. Moreover, older adults seeking a short-term stay to give their primary caregivers time to rest are welcome with respite services. The community’s multiple levels of care also allow residents to stay even when their needs grow.

With 105 beds, the community has room for both longer stays and temporary care. Occupancy is at 78%, with 82 beds currently in use. Furthermore, total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 36 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nurse time assigned to each resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are also accepted, giving families several ways to cover care costs based on their payment situation.

Short-term rehabilitation programs provide therapy on-site, so a resident can receive rehabilitation services without arranging transportation elsewhere. Moreover, an enclosed outdoor courtyard includes a gazebo and concrete walking path, giving residents a defined area for time outside. Salon services are also available. Meanwhile, dining accommodates food allergies and preferences through meals prepared by a certified dietary manager and cooks.

Contact Beebe Retirement Center, Inc.

Overview of Care Manor Nursing and Rehab

Care Manor Nursing and Rehab in Mountain Home, Arkansas, delivers long-term nursing care, memory care, short-term rehabilitation, and respite stays. Memory care programs use secured accommodations and continuous supervision to protect residents prone to wandering, while short-term respite care provides temporary support for primary family caregivers needing time away.

Operated by MHCNC under administrator Randy J. Sutterfield and director Steve Larson, the 104-bed community logs an average of 4 hours and 37 minutes of direct daily nursing care per resident. Living choices include private rooms, and on-site features include a therapy gym for rehabilitation services, a salon, and an enclosed courtyard with a gazebo and paved walking path.

Kitchen staff led by a certified dietary manager handle meal preparation to accommodate food allergies and individual dietary preferences. A 60 walk score allows for some errands on foot, and accepted payment types include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Prospective residents looking into long-term care options or short-term caregiver support can get in touch with Care Manor Nursing and Rehab to request details on open beds, discuss funding avenues, or plan a tour.

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Overview of The Green House Cottages of Poplar Grove

The Green House Cottages of Poplar Grove is an extraordinary community dedicated to rehabilitation and long-term care in the heart of Little Rock. Here, residents are not just occupants, but valued members of a close-knit community. They proudly accept Medicaid, private care, and an array of insurance plans, ensuring that their remarkable services are within reach for everyone seeking top-notch care.

Every room is designed to bathe in the gentle glow of natural light, creating a serene environment that promotes well-being and comfort. Within the walls of these beautifully appointed spaces, residents find solace in their private bathrooms, complete with personal medicine cabinets that cater to their individual needs. And thanks to the advanced lift system seamlessly integrated throughout the premises, both residents and staff navigate effortlessly, with no hassles or limitations when it comes to exploring different areas of the home.

Contact The Green House Cottages of Poplar Grove

Overview of Heritage Living Center

Operating for 49 years, Heritage Living Center in Conway, AR, provides nursing home, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing. The community can accommodate a wide range of residents’ needs, including ongoing clinical oversight, special care for Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia, and short-term stays. 24-hour staffing is also available, ensuring residents can access care whenever needed.

The 140-bed community is currently at 91% occupancy with 128 beds in use. Moreover, residents receive a total of 3 hours and 39 minutes of nursing care daily. With short-term rehabilitation, the community can support residents recovering before returning home or moving to their next level of care.

Salon services and an outdoor courtyard are also available, so residents can attend to personal grooming and spend time outdoors without leaving the community. Meals accommodate food allergies and preferences, allowing those dietary needs to be addressed on-site.

Administered by Tina Bogard under HLNC, the community accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving families several listed ways to cover care.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
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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 Senior Communities in Arkansas

What is senior living?

Senior communities are residential settings designed for adults aged 55 or older, with options ranging from active independent living to assisted living and memory care.

How many senior communities are listed on this page?

This page features 416 senior communities in Arkansas. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right senior community 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 senior communities 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.

Senior Communities in Arkansas at a glance

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