Page 32 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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. 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.
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.
Terrys Residential Care
SC
AL
Proctor
16No-Private BedsMelody Houston
Spa Area Independent Living
SC
IL
Hot Springs
-No 77 Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms-
Brookfield Assisted Living
SC
AL
IL
MC
RC
Fort Smith
-Yes 58 -Ellie Harvey
Magnolia Place Assisted Living & Memory Care
SC
AL
MC
Rogers
-Yes 36 --
The West Haven, Inc.
SC
AL
Dewitt
55No 48 Private BedsDebra Charlene West
Arbor Oaks Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
SC
NH
RC
SNF
Malvern
94No 5 --
Concordia Nursing and Rehab, LLC
SC
NH
Bella Vista
102No 5 -Carmen Melton
Pinnacle Springs Retirement Community
SC
IL
Rogers
-Yes 50 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Morada Fort Smith
SC
IL
Fort Smith (Massard)
-Yes 50 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
The Bungalows at Springdale
SC
AL
MC
RC
Springdale
-Yes 39 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
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Overview of Terrys Residential Care

Live blissfully at Terry’s Residential Care, a welcoming haven in Proctor, AR, offering residential care. With a compassionate and well-trained team available around the clock, residents do not have to worry about their daily living activities. 16 purposely built and spacious accommodations are provided in a nurturing and welcoming environment, ensuring residents feel at ease during their stay.

Here, residents can spend their days as they please with a thoughtfully planned calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs. Mealtimes foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and healthy dining options. With its dedicated services and well-maintained amenities, residents will surely enjoy their best years without worries.

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Overview of Spa Area Independent Living

Situated in the picturesque city of Hot Springs, Arkansas, Spa Area Independent Living is a serene and welcoming independent living community. Whether residents seek engaging activities, panoramic views, or simply a place to call home, Spa Area Independent Living provides a haven where they can thrive, surrounded by the captivating spirit of Hot Springs, and create lasting memories in this inviting community.

Steeped in a rich and colorful history, Hot Springs continues to embody a spirit of intrigue and charm. Spa Area Independent Living seamlessly integrates this history into its essence. Residents can relish the region’s scenic beauty while enjoying various amenities and services. Embraced by the lush Ouachita Mountains, it offers seniors a tranquil haven, blending comfort, companionship, and a vibrant lifestyle. 

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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 Magnolia Place Assisted Living & Memory Care

Known as an inviting assisted living and memory care community in Rogers, Arkansas, Magnolia Place offers senior residents a nurturing environment where they can truly flourish. What sets them apart is their unwavering commitment to providing personalized care tailored to each senior resident’s unique needs. With a dedication to improving the well-being of each individual, this community stands as a place where senior residents thrive, thanks to the thoughtful and holistic care provided.

At Magnolia Place, Person-Centered care and Life Enrichment Programs are the cornerstones of their philosophy, all aimed at enhancing the quality of life for senior residents. Their primary goal is to create an empowering environment where senior residents can make healthy choices, honor their dignity, and foster well-being. This commitment is reflected in their all-inclusive assisted living and memory care options. Set in a charming small town, this location captivates with its picturesque 400 acres of forest, 24 parks, and 70 miles of greenways and bike trails.

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Overview of The West Haven

Make the most of your best years in The West Haven, Inc., a distinguished community in DeWitt, AR, offering assisted living. A compassionate and well-trained team provides the highest quality of care tailored to residents’ unique needs 24/7. Light housekeeping and laundry are also taken care of, ensuring residents can feel at ease during their stay.

Residents are also encouraged to live actively and make new friends with a thoughtfully curated calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs that highlight their interests and capabilities. Mealtimes promote social interactions and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and well-balanced dining options. The community is ideal for those needing assistance to live comfortably in their golden years, especially with its dedicated services and top-notch amenities.

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Overview of Arbor Oaks Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center

Arbor Oaks Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center provides nursing home, skilled nursing, and respite care in Malvern, AR. Nursing home care offers a residential setting for people who need ongoing support, while skilled nursing includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs temporary relief.

The community may be a good fit for a resident who needs short term rehabilitation or a family seeking temporary care. There are 94 beds. Rehabilitation services and short term rehabilitation are available, giving a resident a setting for recovery and therapy without arranging care at a separate facility, and the Life With Us program is offered at the community.

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Overview of Concordia Nursing and Rehab

Concordia Nursing and Rehab is an exceptional community in Bella Vista, AR, offering skilled nursing and rehabilitation. Committed to enhancing residents’ living experiences, a kind and highly trained team provides the highest quality of care tailored to their unique needs 24/7. The community promotes a nurturing and friendly environment, ensuring residents feel at ease during their stay.

Here, Medicaid and Medicare are also accepted to ease financial burdens. Aside from their healthcare needs, residents’ recreation and emotional well-being are also taken care of with a variety of enriching activities that highlight their interests and capabilities. Mealtimes also promote social interactions and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and healthy dining options. The community’s wide range of care options and state-of-the-art amenities create the perfect setting where residents can thrive in their golden years.

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Overview of Pinnacle Springs Retirement Community

Pinnacle Springs Retirement Community offers independent living in Rogers, AR. Independent living provides private living with community services rather than daily care, making the community potentially suitable for someone who can manage personal tasks independently and wants a private residence. Housing options include studios, one-bedroom apartments and two-bedroom apartments; a studio provides a single private space, while a two-bedroom layout can suit a couple or someone who wants a companion.

A Walk Score of 50 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to handle some outings independently. Pets are allowed, meaning residents can bring a pet with them when they move in.

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Overview of Morada Fort Smith

Morada Fort Smith sits at 8420 Phoenix Ave in Fort Smith, Arkansas, a three-story building built for independent living. Apartments come in studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom layouts, and pricing starts at $2,600 a month. Independent living means residents keep their own private space and run their own routines, with amenities, dining, and social activities available to support that, not replace it.

A Walk Score of 50 puts it in moderately walkable territory, so some errands can happen on foot, with a decent mix of amenities nearby. One detail worth flagging for families is proximity to emergency care: Mercy Emergency Department sits just over a mile away, close enough to matter if a fast response is ever needed.

Respite care is available here too, useful for families who need short-term support rather than a permanent move. The units themselves are wheelchair-accessible, with walk-in-shower bathrooms, and getting around town doesn’t require personal driving thanks to scheduled transportation services. Dining runs restaurant-style, three meals a day, and residents can lean on onsite concierge services when they need extra help managing daily logistics.

Beyond the basics, there’s a library, a private courtyard, a community garden, and a beauty salon on-site, plus fitness and recreation options for staying active. Pets are welcome, so moving in doesn’t mean giving one up. Two things stand out as more specific than typical amenities: a Military Veterans Program and an in-house chapel with religious services, both offering residents a way to connect around something more particular than general community life.

What emerges here is a fairly comprehensive independent living setup: solid dining and transportation infrastructure, accessible units, and two distinct programs, veterans-focused and faith-based, layered on top of the standard amenity list.

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Overview of The Bungalows at Springdale

The Bungalows at Springdale is an assisted living community on Jones Road in Springdale, Arkansas. It’s housed in a one-story building and offers studio, one-, and two-bedroom floor plans, giving occupants and their families choices that fit different preferences and needs.

Assisted living communities like The Bungalows at Springdale are designed to provide personalized support for older adults needing help with daily living activities: bathing, dressing, medication management, and meals, while encouraging residents to maintain independence in possible areas. The residential setting with individual bungalow-style units often charms families seeking a more home-like atmosphere instead of a big institutional facility. Such smaller communities typically prioritize individualized attention and a quieter daily rhythm. The somewhat walkable neighborhood bears a Walk Score of 39, so some errands can be finished on foot, while most trips demand transportation. This kind of setting suits residents and families who cherish a residential neighborhood feel, though car access is crucial for many activities and appointments.

A beneficial way to experience the community firsthand, meet staff, see different floor plan options, and feel the daily life and services offered is for families considering The Bungalows at Springdale to arrange an in-person tour.

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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 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