Page 40 of Best Senior Communities in Arkansas

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 417 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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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

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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 to lowest based on our ranking 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. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative 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.
Gunter’s Board & Care Home
SC
AL
Vilonia
10
Facility 10
AR AVG 84
Rank #308 / 329
No-Private Beds
Chapters Living of Little Rock
SC
MC
Little Rock (Hicks Interuban Addition)
-Yes-Private Rooms
The Springs of Creekside
SC
HOS
MC
NH
PC
SNF
Yellville
-No
37
Facility 37
AR AVG 35
Rank #178 / 394
-
The Springs of Brinkley
SC
NH
SNF
Brinkley (Mccrory)
116
Facility 116
AR AVG 84
Rank #79 / 329
No
36
Facility 36
AR AVG 35
Rank #190 / 394
-
Lexington Place Healthcare And Rehabilitation
SC
NH
SNF
Fort Smith
-No
34
Facility 34
AR AVG 35
Rank #202 / 394
-
Wildewood Independent Living
SC
IL
Batesville (College Heights Addition)
-No
28
Facility 28
AR AVG 35
Rank #246 / 394
-
Peachtree Village of Fort Smith
SC
AL
IL
Fort Smith
-Yes
29
Facility 29
AR AVG 35
Rank #238 / 394
-
Cornerstone Caregiving – Jonesboro
SC
HC
HOS
MC
PC
RC
Jonesboro
-No
24
Facility 24
AR AVG 35
Rank #266 / 394
-
Comfort Keepers of NW Arkansas
SC
HC
MC
RC
Bentonville
-No
23
Facility 23
AR AVG 35
Rank #271 / 394
-
Hearts and Homes
SC
AL
Hot Springs (Hot Springs Village)
8
Facility 8
AR AVG 84
Rank #326 / 329
No
6
Facility 6
AR AVG 35
Rank #361 / 394
Private Beds

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every AR community we track that reports that metric, not just the 417 on this page.

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Overview of Gunter’s Board & Care Home

Ideally situated in the thriving neighborhood of Vilonia, AR, Gunter’s Board & Care Home is a blissful retreat that offers assisted living. Here, residents can keep their peace of mind with a kind and highly skilled team attending to their needs 24/7. The community strives to maintain residents’ independence without hassles, helping with chores and housekeeping of its beautifully furnished accommodations.

Encouraging residents to live actively and make new friends, a jam-packed calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs is conducted. Mealtimes promote social interactions and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and well-balanced dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Promoting a nurturing and welcoming environment, the community ensures residents live blissfully in their golden years.

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Overview of Chapters Living of Little Rock

Chapters Living of Little Rock is an exceptional senior living community located in the heart of Little Rock, Arkansas. With its commitment to personalized care, vibrant lifestyle, and modern amenities, Chapters Living offers seniors a warm and welcoming environment to thrive in their golden years. The community is dedicated to providing an enriching and fulfilling retirement experience, focusing on individual needs and fostering a strong sense of community among its residents.

At Chapters Living of Little Rock, residents can choose from a range of comfortable and well-designed living options, including spacious apartments and cozy cottages. Each residence is thoughtfully appointed with modern amenities and features that provide a comfortable and stylish living environment. The community offers a variety of engaging activities and programs tailored to residents’ interests and preferences, including fitness classes, art workshops, educational seminars, and social events. The compassionate and dedicated staff members are available 24/7 to provide personalized care, assistance with daily tasks, and medication management, ensuring residents’ well-being and peace of mind.

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Overview of The Springs of Creekside

The Springs Creekside is a nursing home in Yellville, Arkansas that offers seniors a reassuring and secure haven. With an impressive team providing top-notch senior care services, this facility stands out among nursing home facilities. From rehabilitation and long-term care to specialized events, enriching outings, family outreach, and support, and an engaging activities calendar, this nursing home encompasses it all. They also offer hospice and palliative care, along with telemedicine services to expand physician oversight.
In terms of clinical services, they also cover memory care living, IV therapy, psychological services, diabetes management, wound care, and a range of other therapies, including physical, occupational, speech, orthopedic, and more. This comprehensive approach ensures that seniors receive exceptional care, making this long-term care nursing home a standout choice among senior communities.

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Overview of The Springs of Brinkley

Serving residents in Brinkley, Arkansas, The Springs of Brinkley is a nursing home on US Highway 49. The 116-bed community provides skilled nursing care and support with daily activities. Residents stay for an average of 98 days, reflecting a mix of short-term rehabilitation and ongoing nursing care.

Nurse staffing averages 3 hours and 57 minutes per resident daily. Care is provided by registered nurses, licensed nurses, and certified nurse aides. The mix of staffing supports hands-on care while providing medical oversight for residents with complex health needs.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several ways to cover short-term rehabilitation and longer-term care. The surrounding neighborhood has a Walk Score of 36, so it’s modestly walkable. Some nearby services can be reached on foot, but most errands require a short drive.

Families considering The Springs of Brinkley should take an in-person tour to understand the community’s daily routine, meet the care team, and see the facilities and room options firsthand.

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Overview of Lexington Place Healthcare and Rehabilitation

Lexington Place Healthcare and Rehabilitation sits at 1422 Fresno St in Fort Smith, Arkansas, offering nursing home and skilled nursing care. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 34. A few errands are walkable, but most trips still mean getting in a car.

What’s confirmed about the facility itself centers on recovery. Lexington Place lists two specific rehab focuses: residents recovering from planned surgeries, and residents recovering from accidents or illnesses. That’s a fairly clear signal about who the facility is built to serve, at least on the rehab side. There’s a gym on-site for physical recovery work, and dining is set up restaurant-style rather than in a standard cafeteria format, small details that shape what daily life actually looks like there.

Lexington Place reads, from what we know, as a Fort Smith nursing home built around short-term recovery work. The confirmed pieces, rehab focus, gym access, restaurant-style meals, sketch an outline.

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Overview of Wildewood Independent Living

Wildewood Independent Living is an inviting community designed for independent senior adults seeking a carefree lifestyle.  The centrally located Wildewood Independent Living Apartments provide a comfortable and supportive environment for seniors to thrive. Everything is within easy reach, whether it’s shopping, medical offices, pharmacies, banks, churches, or the White River Medical Center.

Wildewood has an inviting environment that fosters a sense of belonging and fulfillment for independent senior adults, from cultural events to social activities. Nestled in the heart of historic Batesville, Arkansas, this community offers residents convenient access to essential amenities within a mile’s radius. Surrounded by the charm of Batesville’s history, Wildewood Independent Living creates a community where residents can enjoy a vibrant and engaging lifestyle.

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Overview of Peachtree Village of Fort Smith

An upscale assisted living community, Peachtree aims to cater to quality care in a stimulating environment. It’s a comprehensive community that presents a resort-like lifestyle with its world-class hospitality delivered by professional care staff. Services are provided in the adherence of the residents as an approach to offer flexibility and comfort– encouraging seniors to maintain their independence. Peachtree Village has gained the trust of many families for almost 40 years because they help residents live their purposeful life to the fullest. 

Residents get seamless access to their amenities and services such as engaging in wellness programs, outings and events, transportation, housekeeping, and laundry services. Other community features include a snack and beverage bar, outdoor common areas, and a spacious dining room. 

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Overview of Cornerstone Caregiving – Jonesboro

Cornerstone Caregiving – Jonesboro is a compassionate home care provider in Jonesboro, AR, that offers in-home services, including memory care, hospice, palliative, and respite care. The agency also keeps older adults’ places clean, promoting a peaceful environment. Personal care, transportation services, and meal preparation are also offered to help maintain older adults’ independence with ease. Using personalized care plans, older adults do not have to worry about their ever-changing needs.

Meaningful conversation and various exercises allow older adults to remain active and well-connected. The agency also maintains older adults’ homes with utmost attention to detail and care, ensuring they can age comfortably in place. Older adults in the counties of Craighead, Greene, and Poinsett are guaranteed to receive high-quality care in the safety of their homes with the agency’s dedicated services.

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Overview of Comfort Keepers of Nw Arkansas

Comfort Keepers of Nw Arkansas is a home care community serving older adults throughout Arkansas. Services include companion care, homemaking assistance, 24-hour support, respite care, private-duty nursing, and specialized memory care for individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia.

The care team includes licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants, supported by 24-hour coverage. Notably, the community also provides the GUIDE Program, which offers eligible families no-cost in-home dementia support focused on enhancing daily well-being, engagement, and quality of life.

Home safety measures include monitoring technology to identify fall risks and provide medical alerts when needed. Transportation assistance is also available to help clients attend appointments, complete errands, and remain connected to the community.

Operating 24/7, the community provides ongoing access to care and support. Families considering in-home memory care services are encouraged to discuss payment options and coverage directly with the community, as eligibility and costs can vary by situation.

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Hearts and Homes

154 Hamilton Dairy Road, Hot Springs, AR 71909
Overview of Hearts and Homes

Enjoy the best of your golden years at Hearts and Homes, an idyllic community set in the serene neighborhood of Hot Springs, AR, offering assisted living. With its intimate and nurturing environment, the community can accommodate up to eight residents and provide exceptional care tailored to their personal needs around the clock. Here, residents can ease their worries, as a kind and highly trained team helps with chores and housekeeping.

Promoting an active and vibrant lifestyle, a thoughtfully curated calendar of exciting events and engaging programs is conducted. Mealtimes promote social interactions and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and well-balanced dining options. The community’s dedicated services and state-of-the-art amenities create the ideal setting for residents to flourish in retirement.

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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 417 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.