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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.
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.
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.
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.
Windcrest Health and Rehabilitation
NH
MC
RC
SNF
Springdale (Berryfield Apartments)
70
Facility 70
AR AVG 106
Rank #179 / 206
75.7%
Facility 75.7%
AR AVG 67.2%
Rank #56 / 163
+13%
5.74
Facility 5.74
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #18 / 186
C+ -78%+23%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #1 / 188
26
Facility 26
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #157 / 187
8.7
Facility 8.7
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #176 / 187
-53A+
29
Facility 29
AR AVG 38
Rank #133 / 203
Windcrest Health And Rehab, Inc
$6.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #149 / 177
$3.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #137 / 177
49.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 49.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG 46%
Rank #37 / 177
45367
Sherwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Inc.
NH
RC
SNF
Sherwood (Hill Township)
98
Facility 98
AR AVG 106
Rank #127 / 206
95.9%
Facility 95.9%
AR AVG 67.2%
Rank #3 / 163
+43%
5.23
Facility 5.23
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #37 / 186
C+ -56%+12%
$24.4k
Facility $24.4k
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #166 / 188
12
Facility 12
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #37 / 187
3.0
Facility 3.0
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #17 / 187
294-
63
Facility 63
AR AVG 38
Rank #22 / 203
Sherwood Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Inc
$11.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $11.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #37 / 177
$4.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #50 / 177
40.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 40.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG 46%
Rank #142 / 177
45376
Lake Hamilton Health and Rehab
NH
SNF
Hot Springs
84
Facility 84
AR AVG 106
Rank #160 / 206
89.8%
Facility 89.8%
AR AVG 67.2%
Rank #14 / 163
+34%
4.43
Facility 4.43
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #114 / 186
C+ -71%-5%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #1 / 188
22
Facility 22
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #132 / 187
7.3
Facility 7.3
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #154 / 187
-75-
81
Facility 81
AR AVG 38
Rank #1 / 203
Country Club Gardens, LLC
$9.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #62 / 177
$3.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #104 / 177
37%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 37%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG 46%
Rank #166 / 177
45445
Fayetteville Health and Rehabilitation Center
NH
MC
SNF
Fayetteville
140
Facility 140
AR AVG 106
Rank #16 / 206
65.7%
Facility 65.7%
AR AVG 67.2%
Rank #91 / 163
-2%
4.63
Facility 4.63
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #88 / 186
C+ -23%-1%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #1 / 188
29
Facility 29
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #166 / 187
9.7
Facility 9.7
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #180 / 187
-92-
15
Facility 15
AR AVG 38
Rank #165 / 203
Northport Health Services Of Arkansas, L.l.c
$11.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $11.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #39 / 177
$4.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #47 / 177
41.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 41.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG 46%
Rank #125 / 177
45220
Ash Flat Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
NH
HOS
MC
PC
RC
SNF
Ash Flat
105
Facility 105
AR AVG 106
Rank #102 / 206
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4.44
Facility 4.44
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #114 / 186
A- -10%-5%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #1 / 188
17
Facility 17
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #88 / 187
8.5
Facility 8.5
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #172 / 187
-10-
16
Facility 16
AR AVG 38
Rank #161 / 203
Sharp Snf Operations, LLC
$6.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #146 / 177
$2.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $2.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #162 / 177
38.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 38.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG 46%
Rank #158 / 177
45155
The Green House Cottages of Belle Meade
NH
SNF
Paragould
167
Facility 167
AR AVG 106
Rank #5 / 206
70.1%
Facility 70.1%
AR AVG 67.2%
Rank #74 / 163
+4%
5.55
Facility 5.55
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #21 / 186
C- +1%+19%
$13.9k
Facility $13.9k
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #155 / 188
21
Facility 21
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #123 / 187
5.3
Facility 5.3
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #111 / 187
1117-
69
Facility 69
AR AVG 38
Rank #12 / 203
Paragould Gh Operations, LLC
$15.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $15.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #3 / 177
$6.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #12 / 177
41.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 41.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG 46%
Rank #130 / 177
45170
Sheridan Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
NH
HOS
MC
PC
RC
SNF
Sheridan
121
Facility 121
AR AVG 106
Rank #55 / 206
57.0%
Facility 57.0%
AR AVG 67.2%
Rank #120 / 163
-15%
4.44
Facility 4.44
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #114 / 186
C+ -78%-5%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #1 / 188
21
Facility 21
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #123 / 187
7.0
Facility 7.0
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #149 / 187
-69-
46
Facility 46
AR AVG 38
Rank #69 / 203
Grant Snf Operations, LLC
$7.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #121 / 177
$2.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $2.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #150 / 177
38%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 38%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG 46%
Rank #162 / 177
45256
Alcoa Pines Health and Rehabilitation
NH
MC
RC
SNF
Benton
120
Facility 120
AR AVG 106
Rank #57 / 206
65.0%
Facility 65.0%
AR AVG 67.2%
Rank #95 / 163
-3%
4.49
Facility 4.49
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #106 / 186
C+ +23%-4%
$7.4k
Facility $7.4k
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #133 / 188
20
Facility 20
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #117 / 187
5.0
Facility 5.0
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #105 / 187
178A+-Bnnc, Inc
$9.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #66 / 177
$4.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #77 / 177
43%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 43%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG 46%
Rank #103 / 177
45408
Pocahontas Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
NH
MC
RC
SNF
Pocahontas
97
Facility 97
AR AVG 106
Rank #130 / 206
49.6%
Facility 49.6%
AR AVG 67.2%
Rank #136 / 163
-26%
4.14
Facility 4.14
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #162 / 186
B+ -30%-11%
$9.3k
Facility $9.3k
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #147 / 188
21
Facility 21
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #123 / 187
5.3
Facility 5.3
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #111 / 187
148-
48
Facility 48
AR AVG 38
Rank #64 / 203
Randolph Snf Operations, LLC
$5.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #158 / 177
$2.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $2.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #165 / 177
41.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 41.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG 46%
Rank #135 / 177
45284
The Springs of Camden
NH
Camden
106
Facility 106
AR AVG 106
Rank #100 / 206
65.0%
Facility 65.0%
AR AVG 67.2%
Rank #95 / 163
-3%
4.75
Facility 4.75
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #82 / 186
? -8%+2%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #1 / 188
23
Facility 23
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #144 / 187
7.7
Facility 7.7
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #162 / 187
-69-
20
Facility 20
AR AVG 38
Rank #154 / 203
Pine Hills Healthcare LLC
$7.9MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $7.9MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #111 / 177
$3.4MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $3.4MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #113 / 177
43.7%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 43.7%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG 46%
Rank #89 / 177
45189

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Overview of Windcrest Health and Rehabilitation

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.

Contact Windcrest Health and Rehabilitation

Overview of Sherwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Sherwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Sherwood, Arkansas, delivers skilled nursing and respite care within a 98-bed setting. Clinical programming supports residents requiring ongoing medical oversight, while respite stays accommodate short-term needs when primary caregivers require a temporary break. Physical rehabilitation programs help residents work on recovery goals, and a beauty salon offers routine grooming services on campus.

Daily nurse staffing averages 5 hours and 14 minutes per resident across the center, which operates under the direction of administrator Michael D. Nickols. Financial arrangements can be made through Medicare for qualified short-term care, Medicaid for extended residential needs, or direct private payment.

Prospective residents and their families can reach out to Sherwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center to ask about room openings, arrange a walkthrough, or discuss specific coverage options.

Contact Sherwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Inc.

Overview of Lake Hamilton Health and Rehab

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.

Contact Lake Hamilton Health and Rehab

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 Ash Flat Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center

Ash Flat Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Ash Flat, Arkansas, delivers skilled nursing, memory care, respite care, hospice, and palliative care. Dedicated memory units support residents living with dementia, while palliative and hospice programs prioritize comfort and symptom management. Short-term respite stays assist primary family caregivers needing temporary relief.

Established in 1984, the center operates under administrator Misty French and Sharp SNF Operations. Nursing personnel provide an average of 4 hours and 27 minutes of care per resident daily, with an on-site doctor participating in clinical oversight. Facilities feature whirlpool bathing units alongside on-site rehabilitation and therapy programs, eliminating the need to travel for therapy appointments.

Prospective families can contact Ash Flat Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center to discuss admission requirements, confirm bed availability, or set up a tour of the facility. Financial arrangements include Medicare, Medicaid, and private payment options.

Contact Ash Flat Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center

Overview of The Green House Cottages of Belle Meade

The Green House Cottages of Belle Meade is a nursing home in Paragould, AR, offering skilled nursing care. Licensed nursing care is available around the clock, and the nursing home setting supports long term care for residents who need ongoing nursing services.

Respite care and short term rehabilitation are also available. That may suit a family whose usual caregiver needs time to recover or travel, while rehabilitation services give residents access to therapy as part of recovery within the community’s care offerings.

With 167 beds, the community is larger, with more residents, staff, and usually more programming. Total nurse staffing is 5 hours 33 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time available for each resident’s care.

Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted. Medicaid may help cover eligible long term nursing care, Medicare is used for short term skilled care after a hospital stay, and private pay means paying directly for care.

Made to order meals prepared by a professional chef, along with beauty and barber services, give residents dining and grooming services within the community. Pamela Diggs serves as the administrator, and Paragould GH Operations operates the community.

Contact The Green House Cottages of Belle Meade

Overview of Sheridan Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center

Sheridan Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Sheridan, AR, offers nursing home and skilled nursing care, memory care, hospice care, palliative 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 residents at risk of wandering. Hospice supports residents receiving end of life care, palliative care focuses on comfort during serious illness, and 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 whose needs include supervised memory care, skilled nursing, comfort focused care, or a temporary respite stay. Sheridan Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center has 121 beds and opened in 1967. Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted, giving families several listed ways to cover care.

Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 26 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time assigned to each resident. The area has a Walk Score of 46, making it car dependent, with most errands requiring a car or a ride; residents who no longer drive generally need transportation for errands. Transportation is available, and rehabilitation services include short term rehab for residents recovering before returning to their usual routine. The community has a dedicated Memory Care Unit and whirlpool baths, with a doctor on staff; Jodi C Davis Logan serves as administrator, and Grant SNF Operations operates the community.

Contact Sheridan Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center

Overview of Alcoa Pines Health and Rehabilitation

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.

Contact Alcoa Pines Health and Rehabilitation

Overview of Pocahontas Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center

Pocahontas Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Pocahontas, Arkansas, provides skilled nursing, memory care, and temporary respite stays. On-site clinical support includes a staff doctor along with rehabilitation therapies for individuals requiring structured physical treatment. Memory care features secured surroundings designed specifically for residents needing ongoing supervision, while respite options accommodate short-term admissions.

Managed by operator Randolph SNF Operations and administrator Suzann Wilson, this 97-bed facility logs an average of 4 hours and 8 minutes of daily nursing care per resident. Residents have access to facility-managed transportation for medical appointments outside the property, which helps compensate for a car-dependent neighborhood with a 48 walk score.

Prospective representatives are invited to contact Pocahontas Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center to obtain current intake details, ask about payment options, or arrange a facility tour. Accepted financial plans include Medicare for eligible short-term stays, Medicaid for ongoing care, and private pay.

Contact Pocahontas Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center

Overview of The Springs of Camden

The Springs of Camden is a nursing home in Camden, AR, offering rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and memory care. Nursing home care gives residents ongoing nursing support and daily assistance in a residential setting. Rehabilitation supports recovery, while skilled nursing serves residents who need licensed nursing care.

Memory care may suit someone living with dementia who needs a supervised setting. The community has 106 beds, with Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay accepted as listed ways to cover care. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 45 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time assigned to each resident. Halie Ball serves as administrator, and Pine Hills Healthcare operates The Springs of Camden.

Contact The Springs of Camden

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
01

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
02

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
03

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
04

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
05

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: 3.1/ 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: 2.9/ 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.