Page 5 of Best Memory Care in Arkansas

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 155 memory care providers in AR using AR Dept. of Human Services (DHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care 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 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. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
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.
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.
The Green House Cottages of Wentworth Place
MC
HOS
NH
RC
SNF
Magnolia
135
Facility 135
AR AVG 100
Rank #21 / 116
No
54
Facility 54
AR AVG 34
Rank #28 / 146
T Marquel (Kelly) Park-
Creekside at the Springs
MC
HOS
NH
PC
SNF
Yellville
96
Facility 96
AR AVG 100
Rank #70 / 116
No
45
Facility 45
AR AVG 34
Rank #43 / 146
Shelli CaseyYellville Healthcare LLC
Nightingale At Arkadelphia
MC
HOS
NH
RC
SNF
Arkadelphia
100
Facility 100
AR AVG 100
Rank #59 / 116
No
75
Facility 75
AR AVG 34
Rank #3 / 146
Katherine BarnhillCourtyard Arkadelphia Healthcare LLC
The Blossoms at Rogers Rehab & Nursing Center
MC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Rogers
110
Facility 110
AR AVG 100
Rank #37 / 116
No
18
Facility 18
AR AVG 34
Rank #109 / 146
Brandon BrownSouth Dixieland Road Operating LLC
Fayetteville Health and Rehabilitation Center
MC
NH
SNF
Fayetteville
140
Facility 140
AR AVG 100
Rank #10 / 116
No
15
Facility 15
AR AVG 34
Rank #117 / 146
Steve LarsonNorthport Health Services Of Arkansas, L.l.c
Ozark Health Nursing and Rehab Center
MC
NH
RC
SNF
South Clinton
118
Facility 118
AR AVG 100
Rank #30 / 116
No
38
Facility 38
AR AVG 34
Rank #56 / 146
Danny WeaverOzark Health, Inc
Des Arc Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
MC
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Des Arc
98
Facility 98
AR AVG 100
Rank #65 / 116
No
39
Facility 39
AR AVG 34
Rank #53 / 146
Taylor WashingtonPrairie Snf Operations, LLC
Rogers Health and Rehabilitation Center
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Rogers
95
Facility 95
AR AVG 100
Rank #71 / 116
No
43
Facility 43
AR AVG 34
Rank #46 / 146
Kiaria DunhamRogers Snf Operations, LLC
Eaglecrest Nursing and Rehab
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Ash Flat
100
Facility 100
AR AVG 100
Rank #59 / 116
No
16
Facility 16
AR AVG 34
Rank #113 / 146
April SpurlockAfnc, Inc
Corning Therapy and Living Center
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Missouri Corning
84
Facility 84
AR AVG 100
Rank #84 / 116
No
65
Facility 65
AR AVG 34
Rank #9 / 146
Ava SearsCnnc, Inc

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Overview of The Green House Cottages of Wentworth Place

The Green House Cottages of Wentworth Place is a nursing home in Magnolia, AR, offering Hospice Care, Memory Care, Respite Care, and Skilled Nursing. Nursing home and skilled nursing services provide nursing care for residents who need ongoing support, while Memory Care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Hospice Care focuses on comfort at the end of life, and Respite Care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The range of care may make the community a good fit for a resident who needs nursing support, memory care, end of life care, or temporary care while a family caregiver is unavailable. The home has 135 beds and opened in 2009. T Marquel (Kelly) Park serves as administrator, and Wentworth operates the community. Payment options are Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay, giving families several listed ways to cover care.

Total nurse staffing is 6 hours and 3 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time assigned to each resident. Rooms are private or semi private, so a resident may have an individual room or share a room. Restaurant style dining includes homestyle, made to order meals, with the resident choosing at mealtime.

Scheduled transportation takes residents to medical appointments and outings. Gardens, walking paths, and seating areas provide outdoor places to spend time, while beauty and barber services, a salon or spa, and rehabilitation services are also available. A Walk Score of 54 means some errands can be completed on foot, giving residents who no longer drive limited nearby options while other trips require transportation.

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Overview of Creekside at the Springs

Creekside at the Springs in Yellville, Arkansas, provides skilled nursing services, memory care, hospice, and palliative care. Dedicated memory units utilize secured physical layouts to protect individuals prone to wandering. Palliative programs prioritize symptom management and personal comfort, hospice care addresses end-of-life needs, and targeted rehabilitation therapies help residents regain functional skills following an injury or illness.

Yellville Healthcare operates the 96-bed property under administrator Shelli Casey. Accepted coverage types include Medicare, Medicaid, and private payment options. Community location data indicates a 45 walk score, showing that local errands require vehicular transportation.

Older adults seeking specialized memory oversight, rehabilitation, or long-term clinical care can contact Creekside at the Springs to inquire about bed availability, review funding coverage, or schedule a tour of the area.

Contact Creekside at the Springs

Overview of Nightingale at Arkadelphia

Nightingale at Arkadelphia provides nursing home, hospice care, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Arkadelphia, AR. Nursing home and skilled nursing services include licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care provides a secure setting with supervision for residents living with dementia. Hospice care supports residents with end of life care needs, and respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The community has 100 beds. Nightingale at Arkadelphia may be a good fit for someone living with dementia who needs secure supervision or for a family seeking short term respite care. Rehabilitation services and short term rehabilitation support a focused recovery stay, while wound care services address residents who need wound treatment.

On site dialysis allows residents receiving dialysis to access that service within the community rather than arranging visits elsewhere. Outdoor courtyards provide designated spaces to spend time outside, and religious services are available on site. Meals are served in an expansive country dining room, giving residents a dedicated setting for dining.

Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 1 minute per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time available for each resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted. Katherine Barnhill serves as administrator, and Courtyard Arkadelphia Healthcare operates the community.

A Walk Score of 75 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot. A resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

Contact Nightingale At Arkadelphia

Overview of The Blossoms at Rogers Rehab & Nursing Center

The Blossoms at Rogers Rehab & Nursing Center is a senior community. Situated in the heart of Rogers, Arkansas, their comprehensive services encompass long-term care, short-term care, a rehab-to-home program, long-term care service, and specialty care for seniors in the area. Their mission revolves around providing individualized, patient-centered care with a strong emphasis on complete physical and emotional well-being.

Within their network of facilities, The Blossoms maintains a disciplined and compassionate approach to care, ensuring that each resident can live and recover with dignity and respect, achieving full and healthy lives. At The Blossoms, they believe that the cornerstone of exceptional care lies in cultivating personal relationships between caregivers and residents.

Contact The Blossoms at Rogers Rehab & Nursing Center

Overview of Fayetteville Health and Rehabilitation Center

Fayetteville Health and Rehabilitation Center is a leading healthcare facility located in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Committed to providing high-quality care and rehabilitation services, the center specializes in short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, and skilled nursing services. The center boasts a team of dedicated healthcare professionals who are committed to ensuring the well-being and comfort of every individual under their care.
The center features state-of-the-art facilities and therapy gyms, equipped with modern equipment to support rehabilitation and recovery. Beyond excellent medical care, Fayetteville Health and Rehabilitation Center also focuses on creating a positive living experience. They offer engaging activities, social opportunities, and amazing dining options to foster a fulfilling lifestyle for residents. With a compassionate staff available around the clock, their residents receive personalized care and support to meet all of their needs. 

 

Contact Fayetteville Health and Rehabilitation Center

Overview of Ozark Health Nursing and Rehab Center

Ozark Health Nursing and Rehab Center provides nursing home, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Clinton, Arkansas. Skilled nursing gives residents licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care provides supervision in a secured setting for someone living with dementia.

Respite care offers a short stay when a person’s usual caregiver needs time away. The range of services may suit a resident whose needs require ongoing nursing support or a family seeking temporary care.

Opened in 1961, the community has 118 beds, with 5 hours and 14 minutes of total nurse staffing per resident each day. That figure represents the daily hands on nursing time allocated to each resident. Medicaid and Medicare are accepted, giving families payment options through those programs when eligibility and coverage requirements apply.

Residents can receive rehabilitation and therapy on site, so those services do not require arranging separate transportation. Transport to appointments is available, and registered dietitians prepare meals for elders with specific dietary needs. A hair salon and nail salon provide grooming services within the community.

Ozark Health operates the community, and Danny Weaver serves as administrator. The area has a Walk Score of 38 and is dependent on cars, so most errands require a car or a ride. A resident who no longer drives would generally need transportation for those activities.

Contact Ozark Health Nursing and Rehab Center

Overview of Des Arc Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Des Arc Nursing and Rehabilitation Center offers nursing home and skilled nursing, hospice, memory care, palliative care, and respite care in Des Arc, AR. Nursing home and skilled nursing services provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Memory care offers a secured, supervised setting for someone at risk of wandering.

Hospice care supports end of life needs, while palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom relief during serious illness. Respite care provides a short term stay when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover. The range of services may suit a family seeking nursing, memory, end of life, or temporary respite support in one community.

The facility has 98 beds. Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted, giving families several payment methods based on the resident’s coverage and resources. Total nurse staffing is 4h 36m per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nurse time allocated to each resident.

Taylor Washington serves as administrator, and Prairie SNF Operations operates the community. A doctor is on staff, and rehabilitation services are available for residents receiving therapy as part of recovery or ongoing function. The facility also offers a Veteran Care program for veterans.

A Walk Score of 39 places the area in a car dependent setting, where most errands require a car or a ride. Transportation is available through the community.

Contact Des Arc Nursing And Rehabilitation Center

Overview of Rogers Health and Rehabilitation Center

Rogers Health and Rehabilitation Center provides nursing home and skilled nursing care, memory care, and respite care in Rogers, AR. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Respite care provides a short stay when a family’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The range of care suits a resident whose needs change over time, from short-term respite to ongoing nursing or memory care. The community has 95 beds, with total nurse staffing of 4 hours and 56 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time counted for each resident. A doctor is on staff, so medical evaluation is available within the care setting.

Rehabilitation services and short-term rehabilitation are available for residents receiving therapy during a temporary recovery period. Transportation is also available, giving residents an option for travel beyond the community without relying solely on a personal vehicle. The setting supports residents who need therapy for a limited recovery, as well as those requiring ongoing nursing or memory care.

Rogers Health and Rehabilitation Center accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay. Medicaid can help cover care for eligible residents, Medicare applies to short-term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long-term residence, and private pay means paying directly. Kiaria Dunham is the administrator, and Rogers SNF Operations operates the community. A Walk Score of 43 places the area in a car-dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride, including for a resident who no longer drives.

Contact Rogers Health and Rehabilitation Center

Overview of Eaglecrest Nursing and Rehab

Eaglecrest Nursing and Rehab offers nursing home care, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Ash Flat, Arkansas. Memory care provides supervised support for a resident living with dementia who may be at risk of wandering, while skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Respite care offers a short term stay for a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Nursing home care supports residents who need ongoing care in a residential setting. The community may be a good fit for a resident who needs nursing support or dementia supervision, or for a family seeking a short term respite stay.

There are 100 beds. Private rooms give each resident a personal living space. April Spurlock serves as the administrator, and AFNC operates the community.

Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 34 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nurse time allocated to each resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several listed ways to cover care costs, including public programs and direct payment. A therapy gym supports rehabilitation on site, so residents receiving short term rehab can use the community’s therapy space without arranging outside transportation.

Salon services provide on site grooming. An enclosed outdoor courtyard, gazebo, and concrete walking path provide designated space for time outdoors. Meals are prepared by a certified dietary manager and cooks, with accommodations for food allergies and preferences.

Contact Eaglecrest Nursing and Rehab

Overview of Corning Therapy and Living Center

Corning Therapy and Living Center operates an 84-bed facility in Corning, Arkansas, delivering nursing home care, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing. Memory care units utilize a secured layout to support individuals prone to wandering, while respite stays accommodate short-term relief for primary caregivers. On-site short-term rehabilitation services assist residents working through recovery programs.

Daily nurse staffing averages 4 hours and 20 minutes per resident under administrator Ava Sears and operator Cnnc. On-site features include an outdoor courtyard, a hair salon, structured recreational activities, and an in-house dining program that serves regional classics and lighter meals. The neighborhood receives a 65 walk score, allowing select nearby errands to be completed on foot.

Prospective residents and their families are welcome to reach out to Corning Therapy and Living Center to examine payment options, including Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, or to tour the grounds and discuss current room availability.

Contact Corning Therapy and Living Center

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 Memory Care 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.

Does Arkansas Medicaid cover memory care?

Arkansas Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, 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 memory care?

Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.

How many memory care communities are listed on this page?

This page features 155 memory care communities in Arkansas. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right memory care 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 memory care 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.

Memory Care in Arkansas at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 34/ 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: 100The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Arkansas. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90