Page 6 of Best Senior Communities in Arkansas

West Shores offers assisted living, independent living, and respite care in Hot Springs, AR. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks while a resident keeps a private living space. Independent living suits someone who wants private living with community services and no daily care.

Respite care provides a short-term stay when a resident’s usual caregiver needs time away. Several care types share one campus, so a resident whose needs grow over time may be able to move between care levels without leaving the community. West Shores has 82 beds.

Housing includes studios, one-bedroom residences, and two-bedroom residences. A resident can choose a single private space, while a couple moving together may prefer the larger layout. Pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to bring a pet when moving into the community.

West Shores may be a good fit for someone seeking independent living, assisted living, or a short respite stay, including a resident who may need a different care level later. Tabatha Fox serves as the administrator, and Capital Senior Management 2 operates West Shores.

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Starting Price $2,499/Month Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

With a 140-bed capacity, Van Buren Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center is a nursing home in Van Buren, Arkansas, that provides skilled nursing and rehabilitation. Residents have access to continuous clinical support with licensed nurses on-site. The community also provides recovery-focused care through rehabilitation services to improve residents’ functionality.

Home-cooked meals are provided for residents’ dining. The community also provides total nurse staffing of 4 hours and 38 minutes per resident per day, which represents the daily combined time for each resident. Families can also pay with Medicare, Medicaid, or private pay.

Wonder Boys Properties of Arkansas operates the community, with Cynthia McArthur serving as administrator.

Ashton Place Health and Rehabilitation is a nursing home offering respite care in Barling, Arkansas. Nursing home care supports residents who need ongoing nursing and daily assistance, while respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. The community may be a good fit for a resident needing either ongoing care or temporary support.

The home has 122 beds, and 95% are occupied, so most beds are in use. Private and semi-private accommodations are available. Residents can choose an individual room or share a room with another resident.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted. Medicare applies to eligible short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid can help eligible residents whose resources may not cover a long stay, and private pay allows families to pay directly. Kristi Terry serves as the administrator, and Ashton Place Health and Rehab operates the community.

Total nurse staffing is 5 hours and 24 minutes per resident each day, representing the total daily nurse time available for each resident. Physical, occupational, and speech therapy are provided at the facility, along with a rehabilitation gym, so residents can receive several types of rehabilitation without going elsewhere for those services. Full-time transportation to and from medical appointments provides facility-arranged rides for those visits. An outdoor courtyard gives residents an on-site place to spend time outside.

Overview of Southridge Village Nursing and Rehab

Southridge Village Nursing and Rehab in Heber Springs, Arkansas, offers long-term nursing home care, skilled nursing services, memory care, and respite stays. Memory care programs use secured accommodations to assist individuals living with cognitive decline, while short-term respite care provides temporary support for primary family caregivers needing time away.

Operated by HBNC under administrator Brenda Chapman, the 122-bed residence logs an average of 4 hours and 10 minutes of direct daily nursing care per resident. Facilities include an on-site therapy gym, a salon and spa, and an enclosed outdoor courtyard. Meals are overseen by a certified dietary manager to accommodate food allergies and preferences. The local area has a 58 walk score, and payment options cover Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Families exploring long-term nursing support or temporary respite admissions can contact Southridge Village Nursing and Rehab to request details on open beds, discuss funding options, or schedule a campus walkthrough.

Heather Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Hope, Arkansas, delivers general nursing home support, skilled nursing services, and short-term respite care. Physical recovery programs focus on short-term rehabilitation, while temporary respite stays offer relief to primary family caregivers needing extra time or coverage.

Operated by Heather Manor Care Center under administrator Stacey Clay, the 128-bed building offers private and semi-private room layouts. A distinct entrance leads directly to the dedicated rehabilitation unit, streamlining access for short-term recovery stays. Daily nursing care averages 4 hours and 59 minutes per resident across the campus. On-site transportation is available to assist residents with scheduled medical appointments, and funding options include Medicare, Medicaid, and direct private pay.

Prospective residents exploring long-term nursing support or short-term therapy programs can contact Heather Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center to ask about current room availability, verify insurance options, or arrange a private tour.

Ozark Nursing and Rehab in Ozark, Arkansas, delivers skilled nursing, general nursing home care, memory care, and short-term respite stays. Supervised, secured areas protect memory care residents prone to wandering, while short-term admissions give family caregivers temporary relief. Serving the local region since 1961, the facility maintains 135 beds under the leadership of administrator Ashley Miles and operator Ozark SNF Operations.

Care teams remain present on site continuously, with physician involvement provided through an on-staff doctor. Recorded nurse staffing averages 4 hours and 37 minutes per resident daily. Physical therapy and rehabilitation eliminate the need for off-campus travel, though scheduled transportation is available for outside appointments. A walk score of 59 indicates that nearby errands can also be reached on foot. Accepted payment paths include Medicare, Medicaid, and direct private pay.

Interested individuals considering long-term care options or short-term rehabilitation services can get in touch with Ozark Nursing and Rehab to check room openings, review insurance options, or schedule a tour of the area.

Covington Court Health and Rehabilitation Center is a nursing home in Fort Smith, AR, offering skilled nursing and palliative care. Skilled nursing provides ongoing clinical support, while palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom management for residents with serious illness. This combination may suit a resident who needs nursing care along with comfort-focused support.

The community has 140 beds, with private and semi-private suites available. Residents may have an individual room or shared accommodations. Total nurse staffing is 4h 58m per resident/day, representing the daily nursing time allocated per resident. Medicare, Medicaid and private pay are accepted, giving families several listed ways to cover care.

Rehabilitation services allow therapy to take place within the community. Salon and beautician services provide grooming support on site, and a restaurant-style dining area gives residents a dedicated setting for meals. Enrique Gomez serves as administrator, and Northport Health Services of Arkansas operates the community.

Situated in Malvern, Arkansas, Encore Healthcare and Rehab of Malvern provides nursing home, respite care, and skilled nursing services. Residents receive continuous support from a doctor on-site, supported by 24-hour staffing. The community also welcomes those seeking temporary stays, particularly older adults whose primary caregiver needs time away.

Additionally, short-term rehabilitation supports recovery through therapy services. Residents also receive a total of 4 hours and 4 minutes of nursing care daily. Moreover, transport to appointments helps them reach scheduled medical visits.

Administered by Hope Burchfield, the community has 108 beds and is currently at 76.9% occupancy. Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are also accepted, giving families different ways to cover care.

Lake Hamilton Health and Rehab provides nursing home care, skilled nursing support, short-term rehabilitation, and respite stays in Hot Springs, Arkansas. Short-term rehabilitation supports individuals recovering after a hospital stay, while respite admissions offer temporary care to give primary family caregivers time off.

Country Club Gardens operates the 84-bed community, which opened in 2011 and is managed by administrator Erica Wacaster. Registered nursing metrics show an average of 4 hours and 26 minutes of direct hands-on care per resident daily. Living options include private and semiprivate rooms, with semiprivate layouts featuring a partial dividing wall for added privacy. Community features include an on-site salon and spa alongside dining options that include fresh fruits, vegetables, entrees, and desserts.

Prospective representatives researching short-term recovery or long-term nursing care can reach out to Lake Hamilton Health and Rehab to confirm current openings, discuss payment options, or schedule a tour. Accepted payment methods include Medicare for short-term recovery, Medicaid for long-term care, and direct private pay.

Greystone Nursing and Rehab is a nursing home in Cabot, AR, offering skilled nursing and respite care. Skilled nursing provides nursing care on site, with staff present throughout the day and night through 24 hour staffing. Respite care provides a short term stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover, while the short term rehabilitation program supports residents receiving time limited rehabilitation services.

The community may be a good fit for someone who needs skilled nursing or short term rehabilitation, or for a family seeking temporary respite care. Greystone has 80 beds, with private and semi private rooms that allow a resident to have a room alone or share with another person. Total nurse staffing is 5 hours and 14 minutes per resident each day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted. Chad Curtis serves as the administrator. An on site rehabilitation gym and rehabilitation services allow therapy to take place at the community, while full time transportation to and from medical appointments supports attendance without arranging separate transportation. Residents also have access to a salon, covered patio, and outside garden for on site grooming and time outdoors.