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Our editorial team analyzed 214 nursing homes in AR using CMS data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in AR
Info below is compiled from CMS reports & 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.
The facility name. Click to view the full profile page on Assisted Living Magazine, including photos, services, and contact info.
CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
Care Types in This TableNH (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.
Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The Arkansas average is: 46.0% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each nursing home is ranked against every other AR nursing home we track that reports that metric, not just the 214 on this page. See how we rank facilities
Quapaw Care and Rehabilitation Center operates a 126-bed nursing facility in Hot Springs, Arkansas, delivering skilled nursing support alongside short-term respite stays. Respite services give primary family caregivers time off for personal travel or recovery. Residents also have access to structured rehabilitation programs directly through the center to aid physical recovery efforts.
Administrative oversight falls to Cynthia Farmer. Facility records reflect an average of 5 hours and 11 minutes of daily nurse staffing per resident. Financial arrangements support multiple payment methods, including Medicare, Medicaid, and direct private pay.
Interested families can contact Quapaw Care and Rehabilitation Center to confirm current room openings, arrange a tour, or discuss funding eligibility.
Overview of The Lakes at Maumelle Health and Rehabilitation
Three care types are on the books at The Lakes at Maumelle Health and Rehabilitation in Maumelle, AR. They are respite care, memory care, and skilled nursing. Cover from licensed nurses runs around the clock, over the parts of the day nobody schedules a visit for. Memory care is the secured version, supervised, for a resident who might walk off.
Respite is the short stay taken during a stretch when the usual caregiver cannot be there. A family can get that and secured memory care in one building. Seventy beds is the licensed capacity.
A day of hands-on nursing per resident is 5h 28m. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay each cover eligible services or the cost of residence.
Short-term rehabilitation and the wider rehabilitation services keep recovery work inside the community instead of a separate setting. The administrator is Danny Luncsford, and MMNC, Inc operates the community.
Hickory Heights Health & Rehab is a nursing home in Little Rock, AR, offering skilled nursing and respite care. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while respite care gives someone a short stay when their usual caregiver needs time away. These services may suit a resident who needs ongoing nursing support or a family seeking temporary care during a caregiver’s travel or recovery.
The home has 120 beds, with private and semi-private rooms. A private room gives one resident the room alone, while a semi-private room means sharing accommodations. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 30 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time assigned to each resident.
Physical, occupational and speech therapy are available on site for rehabilitation needs, so a resident can receive these forms of therapy without arranging care at another location. Secured outdoor courtyards include a putting green, and a salon is available for personal grooming. The home accepts Medicare, Medicaid and private pay, and Deborah Mack serves as its administrator.
Overview of Encore Healthcare and Rehab of Malvern
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.
Mitchells Nursing Home has served Danville, Arkansas since 1962, delivering nursing home care, skilled nursing, memory care, hospice care, and palliative care. This 105-bed, family-owned facility features a secured memory care unit designed to protect residents living with dementia who are at risk of wandering. Comfort-focused palliative programs and hospice services address serious illness and end-of-life needs alongside general nursing assistance.
Administrator Robert D. Mitchell manages operations at the center. Registered nurses and support staff average 5 hours and 5 minutes of daily care time per resident. Sitting in a car-dependent location with a 44 walk score, the facility lies in an area where off-site trips require vehicle transport.
Families can reach Mitchells Nursing Home to discuss current openings, arrange a tour, or evaluate personal financial plans and coverage options. Payment methods embrace Medicare, Medicaid, and private funds.
Operating for 22 years, Alcoa Pines Health and Rehabilitation provides nursing home, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Benton, AR. Residents have access to nursing services with licensed nurses on-site, as well as 24-hour staffing. The community also welcomes short-term stays through respite services.
Additionally, memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for a resident who may be at risk of wandering. With 120 beds, the community is currently at 65% occupancy. Moreover, total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 29 minutes per resident each day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving families three ways to cover care.
A therapy gym supports rehabilitation services on-site, allowing residents to participate in therapy without arranging transportation elsewhere. Furthermore, an enclosed outdoor courtyard has a gazebo and a concrete walking path. Salon services are also available on the premises. BNNC operates the community, with Ricky Griffin serving as the administrator.
Located at 1401 Park Avenue in Hot Springs, Arkansas, The Springs of Park Avenue functions as a specialized nexus for skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and memory care. The financial model accommodates Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay structures.
Operational metrics indicate an average stay of 77 days. This duration suggests a post-acute rehabilitation focus where the system prioritizes recovery and discharge over long-term residency. Occupancy is maintained at 73.1%. Daily staffing allocation per resident totals 4 hours and 16 minutes, partitioned into 24 minutes of RN care, 56 minutes from LPNs, and 2 hours and 21 minutes from nurse aides.
Memory care is centralized within the Serenity at The Springs unit. The clinical framework integrates telemedicine to facilitate immediate physician consultations and reduce hospital transfers. Available interventions include IV and orthopedic therapy, stroke recovery, post-surgical support, pain management, and diabetic care.
The site possesses a Walk Score of 17. Consequently, logistics for off-campus transit rely entirely on vehicles.
The Springs of Park Avenue represents an efficient option for families seeking a recovery-oriented model that combines short-term rehabilitation with on-site memory care infrastructure.
Overview of Southern Trace Rehabilitation and Care Center
Southern Trace Rehabilitation and Care Center offers nursing home and skilled nursing care, memory care, and respite care in Bryant, AR. Skilled nursing includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care provides supervision in a secured setting for someone at risk of wandering. Respite care gives a family caregiver short term support during a break, travel period, or recovery time.
The community has 116 beds and staff available 24 hours a day, so residents can reach someone throughout the day and night. Rehabilitation services are available when therapy is part of a resident’s care. Transportation is also available for residents who need help reaching destinations beyond the community, and a doctor is on staff as an identified physician resource.
Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted. Medicaid may help families whose savings do not cover a long stay, while Medicare covers short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence. Private pay means paying directly for care. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours 32 minutes per resident per day, representing the recorded daily nurse time assigned to each resident.
A Walk Score of 34 places the area in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride. Residents who no longer drive will need arranged transportation for those trips. Nancy Brown serves as administrator, and Bryant SNF Operations operates the community. The combination of memory care, skilled nursing, and respite care may suit a resident who needs supervised care or a family caregiver who needs temporary support.
Windcrest Health and Rehabilitation provides nursing home, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Springdale, AR. Nursing home services include long term care, while skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site at all times. Memory care includes supervision for someone living with dementia, and respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Windcrest Health and Rehabilitation may be a good fit for a family caregiver who needs short term coverage while traveling or recovering.
The home has 70 beds. Total nurse staffing is 5 hours and 45 minutes per resident each day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families public benefit and personal fund payment routes based on eligibility and coverage. Windcrest Health and Rehab operates the home, and Miranda Hendrickson administers it.
Private rooms give each resident an individual room. A therapy gym supports on site rehabilitation, including short term rehabilitation, so therapy can take place within the home rather than elsewhere. The enclosed outdoor courtyard has a gazebo and concrete walking path, providing a defined outdoor area for residents, while salon services offer on site grooming. Meals are prepared by a certified dietary manager and cooks, with accommodations for food allergies and preferences.
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.
Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports. Rank badges compare each home against other nursing homes in the same state — never against assisted living, memory care, or independent living communities.
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Avg Overall CMS Rating:3.4/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Arkansas. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average:3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating:3.2/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Arkansas. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average:3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating:3.2/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Arkansas. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Arkansas
What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Arkansas?
Assisted living in Arkansas is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.
Does Arkansas Medicaid cover nursing home care?
Yes — Arkansas Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.
What is nursing home care?
Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.
How many nursing homes are listed on this page?
This page features 214 nursing homes in Arkansas. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right nursing home 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 nursing homes 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.
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