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Page 14 of Best Nursing Homes in Arkansas

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 205 nursing homes in Arkansas using Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in AR
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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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The information below is reported by the Arkansas Department of Human Services, Office of Long Term Care.

CMS & AR Dept. of Health data

Legacy Heights Nursing Home
NH
RC
SNF
Russellville (West 12Th Street)
107
Facility 107
AR AVG 84
Rank #106 / 331
76.6%
Facility 76.6%
AR AVG 65.9
Rank #59 / 167
+16%
6.10
Facility 6.10
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #13 / 191
-52%+31%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #1 / 196
17
Facility 17
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #62 / 195
4.3
Facility 4.3
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #60 / 195
-82A+
24
Facility 24
AR AVG 34
Rank #266 / 416
Ginger Dixon
$9.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $9.4M
Rank #77 / 189
$4.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $3.4M
Rank #63 / 189
48.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 48.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG 37.9%
Rank #60 / 189
45410
Hillcrest Home
NH
SNF
Harrison
110
Facility 110
AR AVG 84
Rank #92 / 331
79.1%
Facility 79.1%
AR AVG 65.9
Rank #50 / 167
+20%
5.97
Facility 5.97
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #18 / 191
+72%+28%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #1 / 196
7
Facility 7
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #8 / 195
1.8
Facility 1.8
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #3 / 195
-87-
24
Facility 24
AR AVG 34
Rank #266 / 416
Miss Ion Interests Committee Inc
$11.9MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $11.9MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG $9.4M
Rank #33 / 189
$7.7MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $7.7MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG $3.4M
Rank #4 / 189
65.2%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 65.2%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG 37.9%
Rank #18 / 189
45441
Indian Rock Village
NH
Fairfield Bay
55
Facility 55
AR AVG 84
Rank #243 / 331
65.5%
Facility 65.5%
AR AVG 65.9
Rank #92 / 167
-1%
4.56
Facility 4.56
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #87 / 191
+149%-2%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #1 / 196
9
Facility 9
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #10 / 195
3.0
Facility 3.0
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #13 / 195
-36-
11
Facility 11
AR AVG 34
Rank #332 / 416
Edward Holman
$3.9MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $3.9MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG $9.4M
Rank #180 / 189
$2.5MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $2.5MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG $3.4M
Rank #172 / 189
63.2%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 63.2%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG 37.9%
Rank #19 / 189
45153
​​Shiloh Health and Rehab
NH
RC
SNF
Springdale (Bethel Heights)
140
Facility 140
AR AVG 84
Rank #18 / 331
49.3%
Facility 49.3%
AR AVG 65.9
Rank #137 / 167
-25%
4.23
Facility 4.23
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #148 / 191
-60%-9%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #1 / 196
14
Facility 14
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #40 / 195
4.7
Facility 4.7
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #79 / 195
-69-
23
Facility 23
AR AVG 34
Rank #271 / 416
Denny Ledford
$7.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $9.4M
Rank #121 / 189
$4.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $3.4M
Rank #97 / 189
52.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 52.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG 37.9%
Rank #41 / 189
45427
Good Shepherd Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
NH
RC
SNF
Little Rock (John Barrow)
120
Facility 120
AR AVG 84
Rank #60 / 331
73.1%
Facility 73.1%
AR AVG 65.9
Rank #67 / 167
+11%
3.98
Facility 3.98
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #166 / 191
-60%-15%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #1 / 196
35
Facility 35
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #176 / 195
7.0
Facility 7.0
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #158 / 195
-88-
1
Facility 1
AR AVG 34
Rank #394 / 416
Bobby Lamb
$13.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $13.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $9.4M
Rank #12 / 189
$5.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $3.4M
Rank #20 / 189
42.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 42.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG 37.9%
Rank #154 / 189
45343
Wood-Lawn Heights
NH
AL
IL
PC
SNF
Batesville (College Heights Addition)
159
Facility 159
AR AVG 84
Rank #6 / 331
64.8%
Facility 64.8%
AR AVG 65.9
Rank #96 / 167
-2%
4.66
Facility 4.66
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #77 / 191
+72%0%
$12.7k
Facility $12.7k
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #160 / 196
13
Facility 13
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #36 / 195
4.3
Facility 4.3
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #60 / 195
2103-
34
Facility 34
AR AVG 34
Rank #202 / 416
Laurie Herron
$12.7MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $12.7MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG $9.4M
Rank #36 / 189
$6.2MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $6.2MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG $3.4M
Rank #32 / 189
49%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 49%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG 37.9%
Rank #75 / 189
45317
Bear Creek Healthcare LLC
NH
De Queen
131
Facility 131
AR AVG 84
Rank #47 / 331
36.2%
Facility 36.2%
AR AVG 65.9
Rank #152 / 167
-45%
5.15
Facility 5.15
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #40 / 191
-23%+10%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #1 / 196
20
Facility 20
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #89 / 195
6.7
Facility 6.7
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #154 / 195
-47-
35
Facility 35
AR AVG 34
Rank #193 / 416
Cathy Parsons
$5.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $9.4M
Rank #96 / 189
$3.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $3.4M
Rank #161 / 189
55.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 55.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG 37.9%
Rank #180 / 189
45287
Presbyterian Village, Inc.
NH
AL
HOS
IL
MC
RC
SNF
Little Rock (Big Rock Township)
78
Facility 78
AR AVG 84
Rank #194 / 331
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
AR AVG 65.9
Rank #34 / 167
+26%
6.28
Facility 6.28
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #5 / 191
-76%+34%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #1 / 196
12
Facility 12
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #26 / 195
4.0
Facility 4.0
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #46 / 195
-65A+
37
Facility 37
AR AVG 34
Rank #178 / 416
Mary Compton
$7.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $9.4M
Rank #142 / 189
$4.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $3.4M
Rank #45 / 189
70.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 70.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG 37.9%
Rank #4 / 189
45436
Greenhurst Nursing Center
NH
RC
SNF
Charleston
113
Facility 113
AR AVG 84
Rank #89 / 331
51.3%
Facility 51.3%
AR AVG 65.9
Rank #133 / 167
-22%
4.57
Facility 4.57
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #87 / 191
-36%-2%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #1 / 196
10
Facility 10
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #12 / 195
3.3
Facility 3.3
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #24 / 195
-58A+
44
Facility 44
AR AVG 34
Rank #137 / 416
Jonas Schaffer
$9.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $9.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG $9.4M
Rank #84 / 189
$4.9MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $4.9MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG $3.4M
Rank #50 / 189
51.6%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 51.6%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG 37.9%
Rank #33 / 189
45447
The Springs of Magnolia
NH
Magnolia
140
Facility 140
AR AVG 84
Rank #18 / 331
51.4%
Facility 51.4%
AR AVG 65.9
Rank #132 / 167
-22%
3.91
Facility 3.91
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #173 / 191
-19%-16%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #1 / 196
30
Facility 30
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #156 / 195
5.0
Facility 5.0
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #91 / 195
172-
3
Facility 3
AR AVG 34
Rank #377 / 416
Olga Liatsos
$8.0MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $8.0MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG $9.4M
Rank #130 / 189
$3.2MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $3.2MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG $3.4M
Rank #131 / 189
40.3%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 40.3%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG 37.9%
Rank #103 / 189
45135
The Springs of Chenal
NH
HOS
MC
PC
SNF
Little Rock (John Barrow)
70
Facility 70
AR AVG 84
Rank #207 / 331
57.1%
Facility 57.1%
AR AVG 65.9
Rank #119 / 167
-13%
4.37
Facility 4.37
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #116 / 191
+28%-7%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #1 / 196
16
Facility 16
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #54 / 195
3.2
Facility 3.2
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #22 / 195
-40A+
10
Facility 10
AR AVG 34
Rank #339 / 416
Samuel Vallery
$5.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $5.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG $9.4M
Rank #168 / 189
$3.1MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $3.1MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG $3.4M
Rank #156 / 189
55.8%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 55.8%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG 37.9%
Rank #27 / 189
45288
Stella Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
NH
HOS
RC
SNF
Russellville
124
Facility 124
AR AVG 84
Rank #53 / 331
64.5%
Facility 64.5%
AR AVG 65.9
Rank #98 / 167
-2%
5.39
Facility 5.39
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #30 / 191
-54%+15%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #1 / 196
12
Facility 12
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #26 / 195
4.0
Facility 4.0
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #46 / 195
-80-
71
Facility 71
AR AVG 34
Rank #15 / 416
Mark Lamb
$8.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $8.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $9.4M
Rank #101 / 189
$4.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $3.4M
Rank #90 / 189
49.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 49.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG 37.9%
Rank #56 / 189
45247
The Crossing at Riverside Health and Rehabilitation
NH
MC
RC
SNF
Searcy
138
Facility 138
AR AVG 84
Rank #38 / 331
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
AR AVG 65.9
Rank #34 / 167
+26%
4.56
Facility 4.56
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #87 / 191
-27%-2%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #1 / 196
8
Facility 8
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #9 / 195
4.0
Facility 4.0
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #46 / 195
-115-
68
Facility 68
AR AVG 34
Rank #22 / 416
Johnny Paine
$14.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $14.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $9.4M
Rank #8 / 189
$5.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $3.4M
Rank #19 / 189
40.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 40.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG 37.9%
Rank #171 / 189
45209
Montgomery County Nursing Home
NH
Mount Ida
112
Facility 112
AR AVG 84
Rank #90 / 331
60.7%
Facility 60.7%
AR AVG 65.9
Rank #112 / 167
-8%- +41%-
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #1 / 196
16
Facility 16
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #54 / 195
5.3
Facility 5.3
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #110 / 195
-68-
8
Facility 8
AR AVG 34
Rank #346 / 416
Montgomery County Arkansas
$7.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $7.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG $9.4M
Rank #114 / 189
$5.5MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $5.5MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG $3.4M
Rank #37 / 189
71.6%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 71.6%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG 37.9%
Rank #11 / 189
45266
The Green House Cottages of Wentworth Place
NH
HOS
MC
RC
SNF
Magnolia
135
Facility 135
AR AVG 84
Rank #42 / 331
79.3%
Facility 79.3%
AR AVG 65.9
Rank #49 / 167
+20%
5.74
Facility 5.74
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #24 / 191
-14%+23%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #1 / 196
18
Facility 18
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #72 / 195
6.0
Facility 6.0
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #137 / 195
-107-
54
Facility 54
AR AVG 34
Rank #86 / 416
Christopher Willis
$14.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $14.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $9.4M
Rank #22 / 189
$6.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $3.4M
Rank #22 / 189
43.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 43.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG 37.9%
Rank #87 / 189
45187
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Overview of The Springs of Premier

The Springs Premier in Little Rock boasts its services are delivered with only the best in its class brought by its premier level of care entrusted to residents. The nursing home is composed of a professional care staff who brings excellence to the recovery of every senior; residents can genuinely feel the high-end quality of care in a nurturing environment. Offering skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and memory care, The Springs provides a home-like setting where residents and staff value the importance of a rejuvenating recovery period.
The nursing home is dedicated to upholding passion and peace of mind in the lifestyles of its residents. It offers its exclusive Serenity at The Springs, a specialized program unit for memory care residents; it also has a Telemedicine service that encompasses health monitoring by the immediate call of physicians to assess medical conditions as a preventive measure to rush to the hospital. Other clinical services include stroke recovery, IV therapy, orthopedic therapy, post-surgical care, pain management, technical therapy programs, and diabetic care.

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Overview of Legacy Health and Rehabilitation Center

Legacy Health and Rehabilitation Center has been part of Fort Smith, Arkansas for 28 years, operating a 115-bed nursing home at 3310 N 50th St. Right now, 95 of those beds are filled, putting occupancy at 83%. The neighborhood itself is only somewhat walkable. A Walk Score of 40 means a handful of nearby services might be reachable on foot, but most trips are going to call for a car.

Care here centers on rehabilitation, backed by consistent nursing support. Residents receive rehabilitation services as part of their stay, and total nursing care runs close to five hours per resident each day, split across registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and nurse aides. For families sorting out payment, the facility accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, covering most of the common ways people fund a nursing home stay.

Beautician services and laundry assistance are available, and there are outdoor courtyards for residents who want to spend time outside. Dining offers some flexibility as well, since residents can choose to eat in their own room or head to the restaurant-style dining area, whichever suits them on a given day.

On the regulatory side, inspections here have tended to focus on a fairly broad set of areas: medication management, infection prevention and control, staffing and staff credentials, environmental and hazardous materials safety, care planning and documentation, dietary and food service, resident rights and protections, and fall and injury prevention. That’s a wide net, and it reflects the kind of comprehensive review nursing homes generally go through, not something unique to this facility.

What this points to is a long-running, sizable nursing home built around rehabilitation and steady nursing coverage, with some flexibility in daily dining and broad payment options layered on top.

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Overview of The Blossoms at Fort Smith Rehab & Nursing Center

The Blossoms at Fort Smith Rehab & Nursing Center, nestled in the vibrant city of Fort Smith, is a place that truly stands out. With their unwavering commitment to excellence in nursing home care, this haven creates a nurturing environment where residents’ well-being is always the top priority. The dedicated staff takes a patient-centered approach, ensuring that each individual receives the personalized attention they deserve. The result is a premier community that sets the standard for exceptional care.
At The Blossoms, residents have a plethora of opportunities to engage in recreational activities that bring joy and entertainment to their days. From delightful movie nights to thrilling bingo evenings and captivating musical performances, there’s always something exciting happening. And let’s not forget about the exquisite gourmet-style meals that are served daily, prepared with care and expertise. With a registered dietitian overseeing the culinary offerings, residents can savor delicious and nutritious dishes that cater to their individual needs. For those looking to stay active and fit, a spacious gym equipped with state-of-the-art equipment awaits. The Blossoms truly leaves no stone unturned when it comes to providing a comprehensive and enriching living experience.

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Overview of Barnes Healthcare

Create meaningful moments in retirement at Barnes Healthcare, a distinct community in Lonoke, AR, offering long-term care and rehabilitation. With a compassionate and highly skilled team available around the clock, residents ease their worries and receive top-notch care for their special needs. The community promotes a nurturing and welcoming environment, ensuring residents feel at ease during their stay.

Physical, occupational, and speech therapy are provided to enhance residents’ living experiences. Healthy meals are also important for residents’ wellness, so delicious and well-balanced dining options are served. The community’s comprehensive care and extensive amenities create the ideal setting for residents to reach their potential in their golden years.

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Overview of Siloam Springs Nursing & Rehab

Located on West Elgin Street in Siloam Springs, Arkansas, Siloam Springs Nursing & Rehab is a 120-bed nursing and rehabilitation community owned by Helen Hoffman. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several ways to cover both short-term rehabilitation and long-term nursing care. Residents stay for an average of 225 days. The population is a mix of people recovering after a hospital stay and those who need ongoing skilled nursing support.

Nurse staffing averages 4 hours and 39 minutes per resident daily. Care is provided by registered nurses, nurse aides, and licensed practical nurses or licensed vocational nurses working together throughout the day. This level of hands-on care supports residents with their daily needs while providing ongoing clinical care.

State inspections have focused on clinical documentation, medication administration, physician order management, fall prevention, and facility maintenance and environmental safety. Families may want to ask during a tour how the community manages these operational and organizational areas as part of its daily operations.

The surrounding neighborhood has a Walk Score of 39, making it somewhat walkable. Some nearby services can be reached on foot, but most daily errands require transportation. The location may appeal to families who want a quieter residential setting while staying close enough for regular visits.

For families considering Siloam Springs Nursing & Rehab, an in-person tour is a good way to see the community, ask about daily programs and activities, and learn more about the care routine and overall community environment.

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Overview of Lakeside Nursing Center

Located in Lake City, Arkansas, Lakeside Nursing Center is an assisted living community dedicated to assisting seniors for a swift recovery. With a wide range of therapies and care services available, their team of skilled nurses, therapists, and licensed care professionals is committed to guiding residents through personalized therapy plans tailored to their needs.

Whether recovering from a hospital visit or seeking ongoing medical support, Lakeside Nursing Center is devoted to empowering residents to achieve their personal goals and regain their independence in a warm and supportive environment.

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Overview of Maple Healthcare

Spend a blissful retirement at Maple Healthcare, a distinct community in Hazen, AR, offering long-term care. With a compassionate and highly trained team available around the clock, residents can keep their peace of mind and receive top-notch care for their unique needs. The community also participates in Medicare and Medicaid, striving to ease financial burdens.

Aside from their healthcare needs, residents’ happiness and wellness are also taken care of, so exciting events and enriching programs are conducted. Mealtimes promote social interactions and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and healthy dining options. Rehabilitation services are also available to enhance residents’ living experiences. The community’s nurturing and welcoming environment makes it an ideal option for a blissful retirement.

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Overview of Lakewood Therapy and Living Center

Find the care you need at Lakewood Therapy and Living Center, an outstanding community in Hot Springs, AR, offering post-hospital care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation. Committed to residents’ welfare, a kind and highly skilled team provides the highest quality of care tailored to their unique needs around the clock. The community also promotes a nurturing and welcoming environment, ensuring residents feel at ease during their stay.

To ease financial burdens, Medicaid and Medicare are accepted. Therapy services, including physical, occupational, and speech therapy, are also provided to enhance residents’ living experiences. Striving to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences, delicious and healthy dining options are served. With top-notch services and well-maintained amenities, the community ensures residents have the finest retirement experience.

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Overview of Innisfree Health and Rehab

Owned and administered by Julia Beldyga, Innisfree Health and Rehab is a skilled nursing facility in Rogers, Arkansas, which has been serving the community for 31 years. The 104-bed home accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving families several coverage options for both short-term rehabilitation and longer-term care. The facility tends toward short-term stays. Residents stay an average of around 134 days, with an occupancy rate of 72%.

Clinically, the home focuses on rehabilitation and short-term recovery services. Residents are supported by skilled staff and a state-of-the-art rehabilitation gym. Total nurse staffing averages 5 hours and 55 minutes per resident each day, which is a substantial level of hands-on daily support. The facility is staffed around the clock. There are physician services available 24 hours a day to reduce delays in medical care.

State inspections have consistently identified gaps in care coordination and documentation across clinical areas. Concerns were mostly related to medication safety, infection control practices, and care quality during daily routines. These findings are areas where care processes and oversight need strengthening.

The home is in a moderately walkable neighborhood with a Walk Score of 43. Some nearby services are within walking distance, but most visits and errands require driving. Amenities on-site are an outside patio and garden area, a beauty salon, a private dining room for family events, and an activity program. Housekeeping and laundry services are available daily for residents. The facility has spacious rooms and a range of conveniences for residents and visiting family members.

Families considering Innisfree take a tour of the home and ask how the facility has addressed the care coordination and safety findings from state inspections. This will help them understand the home’s current practices for medication management and infection control.

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Overview of Encore Healthcare and Rehab of Malvern

Operated by Malvern Health and Rehab, LLC under owner Hope Bates and administrator Hope Burchfield, Encore Healthcare and Rehab of Malvern is a skilled nursing community in Malvern, Arkansas. The facility accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving families multiple ways to arrange short-term rehabilitation and longer-term nursing care. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 58. Some errands can be handled on foot, but most trips require a vehicle.

The 108-bed community has an occupancy rate of 77%. Residents stay an average of 150 days, with people receiving short-term rehabilitation as well as those needing ongoing nursing support. Rehabilitation is a major clinical focus of the facility. Dedicated short-term rehabilitation, with services and general therapy are available on site. Residents recovering from surgery or a hospital stay will find the community a great option.

Nurse staffing averages 4 hours and 12 minutes per resident daily. Registered nurses, nurse aides, and licensed practical nurses provide support as part of a 24-hour staffing model.

A doctor is on-staff, so there’s no need for outside medical consultations. Residents can address their clinical concerns without leaving the community. Respite care is available for temporary stays, and transportation to off-site medical appointments is provided.

The facility is located on West Moline Street in a quiet residential area of Malvern. The setting can be convenient for family members who visit regularly.

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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.

  • 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
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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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 205 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.