Page 10 of Best Nursing Homes in Arkansas

Why trust this guide? 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
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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.

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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 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.
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.
The Blossoms at North Little Rock Rehab and Nursing Center ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆
NH
HOS
MC
PC
RC
SNF
North Little Rock (Hill Township)
140
Facility 140
AR AVG 106
Rank #16 / 206
B+
70.0%
Facility 70.0%
AR AVG 67.9%
Rank #78 / 166
+3%
4.39
Facility 4.39
AR AVG 4.70
Rank #114 / 185
★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ -19%-7%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $29.3k
Rank #1 / 187
16
Facility 16
AR AVG 18.4
Rank #78 / 186
4.0
Facility 4.0
AR AVG 5.1
Rank #62 / 186
-98-
55
Facility 55
AR AVG 38
Rank #48 / 203
John Ashley Drive Operating LLC
$11.0MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $11.0MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #44 / 176
$4.3MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $4.3MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #71 / 176
38.7%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 38.7%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG 46%
Rank #153 / 176
45385
Fianna Hills Nursing and Rehabilitation Center ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆
NH
HOS
MC
RC
SNF
Fort Smith
102
Facility 102
AR AVG 106
Rank #119 / 206
B-
85.3%
Facility 85.3%
AR AVG 67.9%
Rank #26 / 166
+26%
4.65
Facility 4.65
AR AVG 4.70
Rank #88 / 185
★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ -30%-1%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $29.3k
Rank #1 / 187
19
Facility 19
AR AVG 18.4
Rank #103 / 186
6.3
Facility 6.3
AR AVG 5.1
Rank #140 / 186
-87A+
73
Facility 73
AR AVG 38
Rank #9 / 203
Kmj Enterprises Fianna Hills, LLC
$11.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $11.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #38 / 176
$4.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #67 / 176
38.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 38.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG 46%
Rank #157 / 176
45354
Quapaw Care and Rehabilitation Center, LLC ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆
NH
RC
SNF
Hot Springs
126
Facility 126
AR AVG 106
Rank #47 / 206
B-
81.0%
Facility 81.0%
AR AVG 67.9%
Rank #40 / 166
+19%
5.18
Facility 5.18
AR AVG 4.70
Rank #37 / 185
★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ -67%+10%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $29.3k
Rank #1 / 187
25
Facility 25
AR AVG 18.4
Rank #154 / 186
8.3
Facility 8.3
AR AVG 5.1
Rank #170 / 186
-102-
81
Facility 81
AR AVG 38
Rank #1 / 203
Quapaw Care And Rehabilitation Center, LLC
$12.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $12.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #32 / 176
$5.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #28 / 176
45.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 45.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG 46%
Rank #70 / 176
45338
The Lakes at Maumelle Health and Rehabilitation ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆
NH
MC
RC
SNF
Maumelle (Hill Township)
70
Facility 70
AR AVG 106
Rank #179 / 206
B+
71.4%
Facility 71.4%
AR AVG 67.9%
Rank #73 / 166
+5%
5.47
Facility 5.47
AR AVG 4.70
Rank #24 / 185
★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ +45%+16%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $29.3k
Rank #1 / 187
21
Facility 21
AR AVG 18.4
Rank #122 / 186
4.2
Facility 4.2
AR AVG 5.1
Rank #76 / 186
-50A+
28
Facility 28
AR AVG 38
Rank #136 / 203
Mmnc, Inc
$6.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #149 / 176
$3.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #136 / 176
49.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 49.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG 46%
Rank #34 / 176
45422
Hickory Heights Health & Rehab ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆
NH
RC
SNF
Little Rock
120
Facility 120
AR AVG 106
Rank #57 / 206
C+
99.2%
Facility 99.2%
AR AVG 67.9%
Rank #1 / 166
+46%
4.50
Facility 4.50
AR AVG 4.70
Rank #106 / 185
★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ +47%-4%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $29.3k
Rank #1 / 187
22
Facility 22
AR AVG 18.4
Rank #131 / 186
5.5
Facility 5.5
AR AVG 5.1
Rank #121 / 186
-119-
10
Facility 10
AR AVG 38
Rank #178 / 203
Hickory Heights Health And Rehab, LLC
$14.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $14.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #15 / 176
$6.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #10 / 176
46.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 46.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG 46%
Rank #58 / 176
45455
Encore Healthcare and Rehab of Malvern ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆
NH
RC
SNF
Malvern
108
Facility 108
AR AVG 106
Rank #98 / 206
B+
76.9%
Facility 76.9%
AR AVG 67.9%
Rank #57 / 166
+13%
4.07
Facility 4.07
AR AVG 4.70
Rank #161 / 185
★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ -23%-13%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $29.3k
Rank #1 / 187
19
Facility 19
AR AVG 18.4
Rank #103 / 186
3.8
Facility 3.8
AR AVG 5.1
Rank #47 / 186
-83-
58
Facility 58
AR AVG 38
Rank #37 / 203
Malvern Health And Rehab, LLC
$9.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #65 / 176
$4.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #57 / 176
46.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 46.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG 46%
Rank #64 / 176
45393
Russellville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆
NH
RC
SNF
Russellville
100
Facility 100
AR AVG 106
Rank #123 / 206
C
60.0%
Facility 60.0%
AR AVG 67.9%
Rank #116 / 166
-12%
4.78
Facility 4.78
AR AVG 4.70
Rank #67 / 185
★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ -19%+2%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $29.3k
Rank #1 / 187
22
Facility 22
AR AVG 18.4
Rank #131 / 186
5.5
Facility 5.5
AR AVG 5.1
Rank #121 / 186
-60A+
71
Facility 71
AR AVG 38
Rank #10 / 203
Russellville Care Center, Inc
$9.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #83 / 176
$4.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #69 / 176
47.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 47.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG 46%
Rank #53 / 176
45340
Rogers Health and Rehabilitation Center ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆
NH
MC
RC
SNF
Rogers
95
Facility 95
AR AVG 106
Rank #136 / 206
B
61.1%
Facility 61.1%
AR AVG 67.9%
Rank #112 / 166
-10%
4.94
Facility 4.94
AR AVG 4.70
Rank #57 / 185
★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ -10%+5%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $29.3k
Rank #1 / 187
24
Facility 24
AR AVG 18.4
Rank #149 / 186
6.0
Facility 6.0
AR AVG 5.1
Rank #136 / 186
-58-
43
Facility 43
AR AVG 38
Rank #81 / 203
Rogers Snf Operations, LLC
$7.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #123 / 176
$4.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #76 / 176
57.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 57.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG 46%
Rank #18 / 176
45070
Bradford House Nursing and Rehabilitation ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆
NH
RC
SNF
Bentonville
85
Facility 85
AR AVG 106
Rank #155 / 206
B---
4.03
Facility 4.03
AR AVG 4.70
Rank #166 / 185
★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ -21%-14%
$77.3k
Facility $77.3k
AR AVG $29.3k
Rank #183 / 187
15
Facility 15
AR AVG 18.4
Rank #62 / 186
3.8
Facility 3.8
AR AVG 5.1
Rank #47 / 186
-78-
43
Facility 43
AR AVG 38
Rank #81 / 203
Bradford House Nursing And Rehab, LLC
$9.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #79 / 176
$4.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #74 / 176
45.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 45.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG 46%
Rank #71 / 176
45373
The Springs of Park Avenue ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆
NH
HOS
MC
PC
SNF
Hot Springs
95
Facility 95
AR AVG 106
Rank #136 / 206
B+
77.1%
Facility 77.1%
AR AVG 67.9%
Rank #55 / 166
+14%
4.34
Facility 4.34
AR AVG 4.70
Rank #129 / 185
★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ +38%-8%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $29.3k
Rank #1 / 187
23
Facility 23
AR AVG 18.4
Rank #143 / 186
5.8
Facility 5.8
AR AVG 5.1
Rank #135 / 186
-73-
17
Facility 17
AR AVG 38
Rank #161 / 203
Stacy Luster
$9.4MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $9.4MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #74 / 176
$3.4MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $3.4MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #115 / 176
36%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 36%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG 46%
Rank #169 / 176
45142

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Overview of The Blossoms at North Little Rock Rehab and Nursing Center

The Blossoms at North Little Rock Rehab and Nursing Center offers nursing home services, skilled nursing, memory care, hospice care, palliative care, and respite care in North Little Rock, Arkansas. Memory care units utilize secured settings to assist individuals prone to wandering, palliative care focuses on symptom relief during serious illness, and hospice care delivers end-of-life support. Respite care offers temporary admissions for primary family caregivers needing short-term relief.

John Ashley Drive Operating manages the 140-bed facility alongside administrator Cynthia Dughetti. Daily staffing metrics reflect an average of 4 hours and 23 minutes of nurse time per resident. Rehabilitation services are available, and accepted payment structures include Medicare, Medicaid, and direct private pay. Situated in a location with a 55 walk score, the surrounding neighborhood allows residents to accomplish select errands on foot.

Interested individuals evaluating long-term care, memory support, or short-term respite care can reach out to The Blossoms at North Little Rock Rehab and Nursing Center to inquire about open beds or plan a tour of the facility.

Contact The Blossoms at North Little Rock Rehab and Nursing Center

Overview of Fianna Hills Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Fianna Hills Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a nursing home and skilled nursing community in Fort Smith, Arkansas, offering memory care, hospice care, and respite care. 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. Hospice care supports residents receiving end of life care, and respite care provides a short stay for a family caregiver who needs to travel or recover.

The range of care makes the community a good fit for someone whose needs include ongoing nursing support, memory related supervision, hospice services, or a temporary stay. The center has 102 beds, with private and semi private rooms for residents who want a room to themselves or a shared room.

Rehabilitation is part of the picture. These services support residents who need therapy during recovery, including short term rehabilitation after an illness, injury, or hospital stay, while social services address residents’ nonmedical care needs within the community.

Fianna Hills Nursing and Rehabilitation Center accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay, allowing families to use the payment option that matches the resident’s eligibility and financial arrangements. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 39 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident. The area has a Walk Score of 73, classified as very walkable, so most errands can be completed on foot and a resident who no longer drives may still reach nearby services independently. Karen Mundy serves as administrator, and KMJ Enterprises Fianna Hills operates the community.

Contact Fianna Hills Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Overview of Quapaw Care and Rehabilitation Center

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.

Contact Quapaw Care and Rehabilitation Center, LLC

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.

Contact The Lakes at Maumelle Health and Rehabilitation

Overview of Hickory Heights Health & Rehab

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.

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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.

Contact Encore Healthcare and Rehab of Malvern

Overview of Russellville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Russellville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center functions as a 100-bed nursing facility in Russellville, Arkansas, delivering skilled nursing and short-term respite care. On-site rehabilitation services take place in an equipped therapy gym, eliminating the need for residents to travel off campus for treatment. Temporary respite stays accommodate individuals whose primary caregivers require time off or recovery periods.

Daily care programs operate under administrator Amber R. Cloud and operator Russellville Care Center. Nursing personnel account for an average of 4 hours and 47 minutes of total nurse staffing per resident each day across the community. Amenities feature an outdoor covered patio along with an on-site beauty salon for personal grooming. Funding options accept Medicare, Medicaid, and private payment methods.

Families can reach out to Russellville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center to gather more details on current openings, verify benefit coverage, and arrange a tour of the grounds.

Contact Russellville 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.

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Overview of Bradford House Nursing and Rehabilitation

Bradford House Nursing and Rehabilitation provides nursing home, respite care, and skilled nursing in Bentonville, AR. Nursing home care supports residents who need ongoing nursing support, while skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs time to travel, recover, or manage other responsibilities.

The combination of long term nursing care, skilled nursing, and short term respite care may suit a resident who needs nursing support now or a family seeking temporary care during a caregiver’s absence. Short term rehabilitation is also available, with rehabilitation services and a rehabilitation gym that support recovery without requiring a resident to arrange therapy elsewhere. Full time transportation to and from medical appointments helps residents attend those visits without arranging separate transportation.

Outdoor space includes a covered patio and garden. A salon gives residents access to personal care services within the community. Bradford House Nursing and Rehabilitation accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Medicare can cover short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid may help families whose savings do not cover a long stay, and private pay means paying directly for care.

The home has 85 beds, with total nurse staffing of 4 hours and 2 minutes per resident per day. That figure represents the daily hands on nurse staffing time allocated per resident. Devin Darnell serves as the administrator.

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Overview of The Springs of Park Avenue

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.

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

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.

  • CMS data
  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
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Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

  • Includes
  • Overall Rating
  • Health Inspection
  • QM Rating
  • Long-Stay QM
  • Short-Stay QM
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Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

  • Includes
  • Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
  • RN vs State
  • Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
  • RN Turnover
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Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • Citations
  • Citations/Inspection
  • Severe Citations
  • Fines
  • Accreditations
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Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy vs State
  • Avg Length of Stay
  • Revenue
  • Payroll %
  • Years in Operation
  • Admin Tenure
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Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • BBB Rating
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Nursing Homes in Arkansas at a glance

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.
National Average: 3.0/ 5
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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.