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Our editorial team analyzed 215 nursing homes in AR using CMS data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in AR
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.
Info below is compiled from CMS reports & the AR Dept. of Human Services (DHS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.
The facility name. Click to view the full profile page on Assisted Living Magazine, including photos, services, and contact info.
CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
Care Types in This TableNH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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.
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.
$3.3M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
$1.5M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
46.3%*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
$7.1M*Fiscal year ending 06/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
$3.5M*Fiscal year ending 06/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
49.1%*Fiscal year ending 06/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
Rank badges are statewide: each nursing home is ranked against every AR nursing home we track that reports that metric, not just the 215 on this page. See how we rank facilities
Dermott City Nursing Home is a nursing home in Dermott, AR, providing ongoing nursing support and assistance with daily care needs. The community may be a good fit for a resident who requires continued nursing oversight rather than independent living.
The home has 70 beds. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families multiple payment routes: Medicare applies to short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid can help cover a long stay when savings are limited, and private pay allows families to pay directly. Cameron Griffin serves as the administrator, and City Government operates the home.
Overview of Woodland Hills Healthcare and Rehabilitation
Located in a neighborhood with a Walk Score of 63, Woodland Hills Healthcare and Rehabilitation is a 120-bed nursing home in Jacksonville, Arkansas, operated by LTC of Jacksonville, LLC. The surrounding area is moderately walkable, so visiting family members can go to some nearby amenities while walking. It’s convenient for daily errands.
Nurse staffing averages 6 hours and 9 minutes per resident each day. Registered nurses, nurse aides, and licensed practical nurses provide support through 24-hour staffing. With that level of nursing coverage, the facility can support residents with higher clinical needs, including those requiring IV therapy, tube feeding, ostomy care, and infusion treatment. A doctor is on staff to provide medical oversight.
Families can pay through Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay to arrange coverage for post-acute rehabilitation and longer-term skilled nursing care. The facility’s occupancy rate is 43%. Residents stay an average of about 230 days, including short-term rehabilitation residents and those receiving longer-term care. Respite care is available, too.
Dining services include nutritious meals and snacks tailored to individual preferences. Residents also have access to beauty services, laundry and housekeeping support, and scheduled van transportation for medical appointments outside the facility. These services help support daily living needs and reduce logistical demands for residents and families.
State inspections identified areas involving medication management, infection control, environmental maintenance, and equipment functionality. The facility also provides pastoral care alongside rehabilitation services and skilled nursing support, serving residents recovering after hospitalization and those who need ongoing nursing care in the Jacksonville area.
Serving residents in Brinkley, Arkansas, The Springs of Brinkley is a nursing home on US Highway 49. The 116-bed community provides skilled nursing care and support with daily activities. Residents stay for an average of 98 days, reflecting a mix of short-term rehabilitation and ongoing nursing care.
Nurse staffing averages 3 hours and 57 minutes per resident daily. Care is provided by registered nurses, licensed nurses, and certified nurse aides. The mix of staffing supports hands-on care while providing medical oversight for residents with complex health needs.
Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several ways to cover short-term rehabilitation and longer-term care. The surrounding neighborhood has a Walk Score of 36, so it’s modestly walkable. Some nearby services can be reached on foot, but most errands require a short drive.
Families considering The Springs of Brinkley should take an in-person tour to understand the community’s daily routine, meet the care team, and see the facilities and room options firsthand.
Pink Bud Home for the Golden Years is a nursing facility on South Coker in Greenwood, Arkansas, currently serving 55 residents. The 110-bed home operates with direct medical support and has a doctor on staff to oversee resident care. Total nurse staffing averages 5 hours and 52 minutes per resident each day, supported by registered nurses, nurse aides, and licensed practical nurses.
Residents take meals in one of two dining areas or may have meals delivered to their rooms to accommodate their preferences and mobility levels. Activities, including bingo and Sunday morning church services, are available for residents interested in social and spiritual engagement.
The location has a score of 45 on the walkability index. It’s somewhat accessible on foot for nearby services, but most trips require transportation. Half the beds are currently occupied, and the home is available for new residents.
Piggott Healthcare & Senior Living offers nursing home, hospice care, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Piggott, Arkansas. Nursing home and skilled nursing provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Memory care is secured and supervised for someone at risk of wandering.
Hospice care supports residents receiving end of life care, while respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs time away. Rehabilitation services and the Rehab-To-Home program support a resident working toward returning home after a care stay. The range of services fits someone whose needs include nursing care, memory support, rehabilitation, or a temporary respite stay.
The community has 105 beds. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 14 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated to each resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, and Amber Anderson serves as administrator.
A Walk Score of 37 places the area in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride. Residents who no longer drive would need transportation for those trips.
Monette Manor runs 86 beds out of its location on Highway 139 North in Monette, Arkansas, and right now, 91.4% of those beds are filled. That’s a high occupancy rate, the kind that usually points to steady local demand. Getting there means driving, since it’s a rural highway address, and there’s no way around a car being part of the plan.
The facility handles two different kinds of care under one roof: short-term rehab for people recovering from a hospital stay, and long-term care for residents settling in for longer. Therapy services, recreational activities, and regular meals round out daily life. Staffing breaks down by role: registered nurses spend about 18 minutes per resident each day. LPNs add another 38 minutes. Nurse aides, who do the bulk of hands-on work, bathing, dressing, moving people safely, put in roughly three hours and ten minutes per resident.
On the regulatory side, state inspections here have tended to center on four areas: infection prevention and control, care planning and documentation, resident rights and protections, and fall and injury prevention.
What emerges is a mid-sized, highly occupied nursing home built around two tracks, short-term recovery and longer-term care, with nurse aide hours forming the backbone of daily hands-on support.
Concordia Nursing and Rehab is an exceptional community in Bella Vista, AR, offering skilled nursing and rehabilitation. Committed to enhancing residents’ living experiences, a kind and highly trained team provides the highest quality of care tailored to their unique needs 24/7. The community promotes a nurturing and friendly environment, ensuring residents feel at ease during their stay.
Here, Medicaid and Medicare are also accepted to ease financial burdens. Aside from their healthcare needs, residents’ recreation and emotional well-being are also taken care of with a variety of enriching activities that highlight their interests and capabilities. Mealtimes also promote social interactions and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and healthy dining options. The community’s wide range of care options and state-of-the-art amenities create the perfect setting where residents can thrive in their golden years.
Overview of The Villages of General Baptist Health Care West
Ideally situated in the serene neighborhood of Pine Bluff, AR, The Villages of General Baptist Health Care West is a distinct community that offers long-term care and short-term rehabilitation. With a kind and well-trained team available around the clock, residents receive top-tier care tailored to their needs. The community also features specially designed and secure accommodations, ensuring residents can feel at ease during their stay.
Delicious and healthy meals are served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Medicare and Medicaid are also accepted to ease financial burdens. With its dedicated services and extensive amenities, the community creates the ideal setting for a blissful retirement.
Presbyterian Village is a 78 bed nursing home in Little Rock’s Reservoir neighborhood, offering skilled nursing with licensed nursing care on site around the clock. That makes the community a possible fit for a resident who needs continuous clinical support.
Residents can choose private rooms or semi-private rooms. A private room gives one resident their own room, while a semi-private room accommodates residents who share a room.
Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several payment methods to consider for skilled nursing care. Pets are allowed, so a resident may keep a pet at the community. A spa and patio are available for personal care and outdoor time, while transportation supports trips beyond the community. Brenda Bane serves as the administrator.
Overview of The Green House Cottages of Wentworth Place
The Green House Cottages of Wentworth Place is a 135-bed skilled nursing and assisted living community that has been operating since 2009 under Wentworth, LLC. The campus uses a non-traditional model of care, dividing its beds across six single-story cottages where small groups of residents live in private rooms with private bathrooms. Financial coverage is handled through standard Medicare and Medicaid programs. Located about two miles from the local downtown core, the property sits in a car-dependent suburban area that requires a vehicle for daily commuting and running errands.
Daily schedules show that certified nurse aides provide an average of 3 hours and 31 minutes of direct care per resident each day, while registered nurses contribute 34 minutes of coverage. The floor staff holds certifications in senior care, nutrition, and dementia management to support a philosophy centered on resident autonomy, allowing individuals to set their own daily schedules.
The campus also provides integrated transportation services alongside routine fitness and recreation programs. From an oversight perspective, state health records reflect an operational baseline built around small-group households instead of conventional institutional units.
Families evaluating area nursing alternatives or relationship-based long-term care models can utilize these public operational profiles to check out the property’s background. The public documentation details a multi-cottage layout backed by steady nurse aide hours and an autonomous resident framework, without the physical setup of a standard institutional nursing ward.
Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.
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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 215 nursing homes in Arkansas. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right nursing home in Arkansas?
Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Arkansas, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.
What should I look for when visiting nursing homes in Arkansas?
Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.
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