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Page 19 of Best Nursing Homes in Arkansas

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 213 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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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

Compare Nursing Homes around Arkansas

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 to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Hillcrest Home
NH
SNF
Harrison
110
Facility 110
AR AVG 84
Rank #90 / 329
79.1%
Facility 79.1%
AR AVG 65.7
Rank #49 / 165
+20%
5.97
Facility 5.97
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #16 / 183
+72%+28%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #1 / 188
7
Facility 7
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #6 / 187
1.8
Facility 1.8
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #3 / 187
-87-
24
Facility 24
AR AVG 35
Rank #266 / 393
Miss Ion Interests Committee Inc
$11.9MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $11.9MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #35 / 177
$7.7MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $7.7MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #3 / 177
65.2%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 65.2%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG 46%
Rank #9 / 177
45441
Legacy Heights Nursing Home
NH
RC
SNF
Russellville (West 12Th Street)
107
Facility 107
AR AVG 84
Rank #104 / 329
76.6%
Facility 76.6%
AR AVG 65.7
Rank #58 / 165
+17%
6.10
Facility 6.10
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #11 / 183
-52%+31%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #1 / 188
17
Facility 17
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #59 / 187
4.3
Facility 4.3
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #58 / 187
-82-
24
Facility 24
AR AVG 35
Rank #266 / 393
Ginger Dixon
$9.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #72 / 177
$4.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #52 / 177
48.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 48.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG 46%
Rank #45 / 177
45410
​​Shiloh Health and Rehab
NH
RC
SNF
Springdale (Bethel Heights)
140
Facility 140
AR AVG 84
Rank #18 / 329
49.3%
Facility 49.3%
AR AVG 65.7
Rank #135 / 165
-25%
4.23
Facility 4.23
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #144 / 183
-60%-9%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #1 / 188
14
Facility 14
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #37 / 187
4.7
Facility 4.7
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #76 / 187
-69-
23
Facility 23
AR AVG 35
Rank #271 / 393
Denny Ledford
$7.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #117 / 177
$4.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #88 / 177
52.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 52.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG 46%
Rank #29 / 177
45427
Wood-Lawn Heights
NH
AL
IL
PC
SNF
Batesville (College Heights Addition)
159
Facility 159
AR AVG 84
Rank #6 / 329
64.8%
Facility 64.8%
AR AVG 65.7
Rank #95 / 165
-1%
4.66
Facility 4.66
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #73 / 183
+72%0%
$12.7k
Facility $12.7k
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #153 / 188
13
Facility 13
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #33 / 187
4.3
Facility 4.3
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #58 / 187
2103-
34
Facility 34
AR AVG 35
Rank #202 / 393
Laurie Herron
$12.7MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $12.7MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #27 / 177
$6.2MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $6.2MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #16 / 177
49%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 49%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG 46%
Rank #38 / 177
45317
Indian Rock Village
NH
Fairfield Bay
55
Facility 55
AR AVG 84
Rank #241 / 329
65.5%
Facility 65.5%
AR AVG 65.7
Rank #91 / 165
0%
4.56
Facility 4.56
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #83 / 183
+149%-2%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #1 / 188
9
Facility 9
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #8 / 187
3.0
Facility 3.0
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #13 / 187
-36-
11
Facility 11
AR AVG 35
Rank #332 / 393
Edward Holman
$3.9MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $3.9MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #174 / 177
$2.5MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $2.5MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #159 / 177
63.2%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 63.2%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG 46%
Rank #12 / 177
45153
Good Shepherd Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
NH
RC
SNF
Little Rock (John Barrow)
120
Facility 120
AR AVG 84
Rank #59 / 329
73.1%
Facility 73.1%
AR AVG 65.7
Rank #66 / 165
+11%
3.98
Facility 3.98
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #161 / 183
-60%-15%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #1 / 188
35
Facility 35
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #169 / 187
7.0
Facility 7.0
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #153 / 187
-88--Bobby Lamb
$13.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $13.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #18 / 177
$5.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #23 / 177
42.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 42.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG 46%
Rank #116 / 177
45343
Bear Creek Healthcare LLC
NH
De Queen
131
Facility 131
AR AVG 84
Rank #46 / 329
36.2%
Facility 36.2%
AR AVG 65.7
Rank #150 / 165
-45%
5.15
Facility 5.15
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #38 / 183
-23%+10%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #1 / 188
20
Facility 20
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #86 / 187
6.7
Facility 6.7
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #149 / 187
-47-
35
Facility 35
AR AVG 35
Rank #193 / 393
Cathy Parsons
$5.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #160 / 177
$3.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #135 / 177
55.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 55.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG 46%
Rank #23 / 177
45287
The Springs of Magnolia
NH
Magnolia
140
Facility 140
AR AVG 84
Rank #18 / 329
51.4%
Facility 51.4%
AR AVG 65.7
Rank #130 / 165
-22%
3.91
Facility 3.91
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #167 / 183
-19%-16%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #1 / 188
30
Facility 30
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #150 / 187
5.0
Facility 5.0
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #88 / 187
172-
3
Facility 3
AR AVG 35
Rank #377 / 393
Olga Liatsos
$8.0MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $8.0MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #104 / 177
$3.2MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $3.2MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #122 / 177
40.3%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 40.3%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG 46%
Rank #143 / 177
45135
Presbyterian Village, Inc.
NH
AL
HOS
IL
MC
RC
SNF
Little Rock (Big Rock Township)
78
Facility 78
AR AVG 84
Rank #192 / 329
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
AR AVG 65.7
Rank #33 / 165
+27%
6.28
Facility 6.28
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #4 / 183
-76%+34%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #1 / 188
12
Facility 12
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #23 / 187
4.0
Facility 4.0
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #44 / 187
-65A+
37
Facility 37
AR AVG 35
Rank #178 / 393
Mary Compton
$7.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #129 / 177
$4.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #41 / 177
70.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 70.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG 46%
Rank #2 / 177
45436
The Crossing at Riverside Health and Rehabilitation
NH
MC
RC
SNF
Searcy
138
Facility 138
AR AVG 84
Rank #37 / 329
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
AR AVG 65.7
Rank #33 / 165
+27%
4.56
Facility 4.56
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #83 / 183
-27%-2%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #1 / 188
8
Facility 8
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #7 / 187
4.0
Facility 4.0
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #44 / 187
-115-
68
Facility 68
AR AVG 35
Rank #22 / 393
Johnny Paine
$14.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $14.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #14 / 177
$5.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #21 / 177
40.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 40.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG 46%
Rank #140 / 177
45209
Greenhurst Nursing Center
NH
RC
SNF
Charleston
113
Facility 113
AR AVG 84
Rank #87 / 329
51.3%
Facility 51.3%
AR AVG 65.7
Rank #131 / 165
-22%
4.57
Facility 4.57
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #83 / 183
-36%-2%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #1 / 188
10
Facility 10
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #10 / 187
3.3
Facility 3.3
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #23 / 187
-58-
44
Facility 44
AR AVG 35
Rank #137 / 393
Jonas Schaffer
$9.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $9.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #70 / 177
$4.9MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $4.9MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #40 / 177
51.6%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 51.6%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG 46%
Rank #31 / 177
45447
Stella Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
NH
HOS
RC
SNF
Russellville
124
Facility 124
AR AVG 84
Rank #52 / 329
64.5%
Facility 64.5%
AR AVG 65.7
Rank #97 / 165
-2%
5.39
Facility 5.39
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #28 / 183
-54%+15%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #1 / 188
12
Facility 12
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #23 / 187
4.0
Facility 4.0
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #44 / 187
-80-
71
Facility 71
AR AVG 35
Rank #15 / 393
Mark Lamb
$8.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $8.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #97 / 177
$4.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #80 / 177
49.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 49.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG 46%
Rank #34 / 177
45247
Greystone Nursing and Rehab, LLC
NH
RC
SNF
Cabot
80
Facility 80
AR AVG 84
Rank #185 / 329
85.0%
Facility 85.0%
AR AVG 65.7
Rank #25 / 165
+29%
4.81
Facility 4.81
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #58 / 183
+10%+3%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #1 / 188
6
Facility 6
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #2 / 187
3.0
Facility 3.0
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #13 / 187
-68-
67
Facility 67
AR AVG 35
Rank #24 / 393
Austin Wright
$9.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #78 / 177
$3.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #92 / 177
41.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 41.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG 46%
Rank #125 / 177
45453
Briarwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Inc.
NH
RC
SNF
Little Rock (Big Rock Township)
120
Facility 120
AR AVG 84
Rank #59 / 329
85.8%
Facility 85.8%
AR AVG 65.7
Rank #22 / 165
+31%
4.33
Facility 4.33
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #126 / 183
-85%-7%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #1 / 188
16
Facility 16
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #51 / 187
4.0
Facility 4.0
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #44 / 187
-103-
37
Facility 37
AR AVG 35
Rank #178 / 393
Joan Robbins
$14.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $14.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #11 / 177
$6.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #20 / 177
40.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 40.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG 46%
Rank #140 / 177
45387
Spring Creek Health and Rehab
NH
MC
RC
SNF
Cabot
109
Facility 109
AR AVG 84
Rank #100 / 329
73.4%
Facility 73.4%
AR AVG 65.7
Rank #65 / 165
+12%
4.55
Facility 4.55
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #100 / 183
-43%-3%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #1 / 188
6
Facility 6
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #2 / 187
3.0
Facility 3.0
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #13 / 187
-80-
67
Facility 67
AR AVG 35
Rank #24 / 393
Tina Bogard
$10.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $10.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #57 / 177
$3.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #90 / 177
38.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 38.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG 46%
Rank #156 / 177
45392
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Overview of The Springs of Avalon

Located at 610 South Avalon Street in West Memphis, Arkansas, The Springs of Avalon is an 85-bed nursing home operated by West Memphis Operators LLC. The community is owned by Laportia Knowlton. Families can choose from Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay to cover skilled nursing care. The community currently serves 39 residents, who stay an average length of stay of about 128 days. This reflects the home’s role in providing both post-acute rehabilitation and ongoing long-term care.

Nurse staffing averages 4 hours and 14 minutes per resident daily. This includes 16 minutes from registered nurses, 2 hours and 17 minutes from nurse aides, and 50 minutes from licensed practical nurses or licensed vocational nurses. The staffing structure supports the hands-on delivery of nursing care throughout the community.

The community is on a street with a Walk Score of 58. This means the area offers a moderate mix of walkable errands and car-dependent trips. Visiting family members can reach some nearby amenities on foot, but most activities require driving.

State inspections have repeatedly focused on medication management, food safety and sanitation practices, environmental safety, and proper compliance with resident care protocols. These are important operational and clinical areas that families may want to discuss during a tour, especially how the community manages its daily operations and documentation.

The community has an occupancy rate of 46%, so there’s room for additional residents. Families considering The Springs of Avalon may want to schedule a tour to see the community, meet the staff, and discuss their loved one’s care needs and the admission process.

Contact The Springs of Avalon

Overview of The Springs of Texarkana

With the goal to craft a second home for senior residents, The Springs of Texarkana is an exceptional community in the heart of Texarkana, Arkansas. This community has diligently cultivated a community rooted in the values of care, respect, and positivity, serving as an ideal senior haven. Their unwavering commitment to providing the highest level of care and respect to each resident fosters an environment where everyone truly feels at home.
The Springs of Texarkana stands ready to provide compassionate and dedicated support. Their commitment is to uphold the health and happiness of their residents, ensuring they embrace the full spectrum of life’s adventures. This assisted living community boasts a top-notch staff, nurses, specialized programs, and outstanding amenities. Their team is unwavering in their dedication to resident-centered care and continuous quality improvement goals. Their rehabilitation services include daily sessions conducted by skilled therapists, ongoing physician oversight, flexible scheduling with same-day evaluation options, practical training in independent living skills within a home-like setting, careful coordination of care with referring physicians, and comprehensive planning to ensure a smooth transition back to home life.

Contact The Springs of Texarkana

Overview of The Maples at Har-Ber Meadows

The Maples at Har-Ber Meadows is a compassionate nursing home in Springdale, AR, that offers comprehensive care options, including memory care, long-term care, respite care, and short-term rehabilitation. Featuring private and semi-private rooms in a supportive environment, the community ensures older adults feel a sense of belonging during their stay. Residents can also maintain their independence with ease, as round-the-clock care, well-balanced meals, and therapeutic services are also provided. The community also works closely with residents to develop care plans tailored to their healthcare needs and preferences.

Gentle exercises, group engagement, and mind-stimulating activities are among the activities that residents can participate in to improve their memory and stay active. Cozy communal spaces and secure walking paths also ensure residents can move around and interact with their surroundings without hassles. Healthcare providers, restaurants, and other local amenities are also available in the area, providing easy access to necessities and leisure. This nursing home is a trusted choice for senior living in Arkansas, especially with its high-quality services.

Contact The Maples at Har-Ber Meadows

Overview of The Springs of Creekside

The Springs Creekside is a nursing home in Yellville, Arkansas that offers seniors a reassuring and secure haven. With an impressive team providing top-notch senior care services, this facility stands out among nursing home facilities. From rehabilitation and long-term care to specialized events, enriching outings, family outreach, and support, and an engaging activities calendar, this nursing home encompasses it all. They also offer hospice and palliative care, along with telemedicine services to expand physician oversight.
In terms of clinical services, they also cover memory care living, IV therapy, psychological services, diabetes management, wound care, and a range of other therapies, including physical, occupational, speech, orthopedic, and more. This comprehensive approach ensures that seniors receive exceptional care, making this long-term care nursing home a standout choice among senior communities.

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Overview of Murfreesboro Rehab and Nursing

Murfreesboro Rehab and Nursing is a 66-bed skilled nursing facility located at 110 W. 13th Street in Pike County. The facility utilizes a dual-payer model, accepting both Medicare and Medicaid. Medicare participants typically occupy short-term rehabilitation beds following hospitalization, while Medicaid participants utilize long-term skilled nursing placements. Operations are continuous, supported by a staff of Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and Certified Nursing Assistants.

The site possesses a Walk Score of 46. This metric indicates low pedestrian accessibility. Vehicle transport is required for most logistical requirements and medical appointments outside the facility perimeter. This geographic constraint affects visiting efficiency and external care coordination.

The integration of Medicare and Medicaid is a standard structural approach for facilities of this scale. This configuration manages reimbursement volatility by balancing acute short-term cases with consistent long-term occupancy. Clinical efficacy remains contingent upon staffing ratios, care coordination protocols, and the rigor of infection control systems.

This facility serves a demographic requiring constant medical oversight. It is architecturally and operationally optimized for individuals transitioning from hospital settings to rehabilitation or for Medicaid-eligible residents requiring permanent skilled nursing supervision.

Contact Murfreesboro Rehab and Nursing, Inc.

Overview of The Pines Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

The Pines Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a 125-bed skilled nursing facility administered by Brandon Bowell at 601 Carpenter Dam Road in Hot Springs, Garland County, Arkansas. Operated as a for-profit limited liability company under the “Pines” entity, the facility holds dual Medicare and Medicaid certification across all 125 beds and accepts private pay, with monthly costs ranging from around $5,171 to $6,125. A doctor is on staff and 24-hour care is maintained. The facility is part of a broader Arkansas-based operator network including The Green House Cottages in Belle Meade, Homewood, Northwest Arkansas, Poplar Grove, Southern Hills, Walnut Ridge, and Wentworth Place, as well as specialized pediatric care facilities and an out-of-state Green House location in Colorado.

Short-stay quality measures require the most careful review. The upside: the facility records zero falls with major injury, 100 percent better than the Arkansas average, with self-care ability at discharge of 68.0 percent running 27 percent above the state benchmark. Both indicate strong rehabilitation outcomes for residents who complete their stays. However, the short-stay emergency department visit rate of 24.2 percent is 75 percent above the Arkansas average, the re-hospitalization rate of 29.3 percent is 16 percent above average, and successful return to home or community at 43.0 percent trails the state average by 15 percent. CMS rates the short-stay quality measure dimension as below average overall. These figures denote the facility handles individual rehabilitation well for residents who stabilize, but post-discharge and acute-event outcomes for short-stay residents are areas families should probe in their evaluation.

Eleven amenities are present: complimentary Wi-Fi, a covered outdoor patio, a private courtyard, spacious community rooms, a beauty shop, daily housekeeping, laundry service, therapeutic recreation, pet-friendly accommodations, three daily meals with snacks, and private or community dining options. The Pines Nursing and Rehabilitation Center provides skilled nursing, short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, memory care, and respite care, with an on-site therapy team covering physical, occupational, and speech-language pathology services. The named program “Life With Us” reflects the facility’s emphasis on personalized care plans and an elder-centered approach consistent with the broader operator network’s philosophy. Residents also benefit from transport to appointments and daily activities. Staffing presents a mixed picture. RN hours reach 30 minutes per resident per day, 25 percent above the Arkansas state average of 24 minutes, a meaningful strength for clinical oversight. CNA hours at 2 hours 39 minutes per day are essentially at the state average. LPN hours at 46 minutes per day are 19 percent below average, and weekend total nursing of 3 hours 21 minutes is modestly below. Weekend RN coverage at 9 minutes per day is 44 percent below the state average of 16 minutes, the most notable staffing gap, particularly for residents needing clinical monitoring on Saturdays and Sundays. Physical therapist hours of 3 minutes per day are 50 percent above the state average, supporting the short-term rehabilitation function.

The facility suits residents in the Hot Springs area seeking skilled nursing or long-term care within a multi-facility network that includes Green House-model communities, strong RN oversight, and a fall-safe record. Short-stay rehabilitation patients and their families should review the ED visit, re-hospitalization data, and discharge planning protocols with the facility’s care team before admission.

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Overview of Creative Housing, III – Newton

Enjoy a hassle-free lifestyle at Creative Housing III Newton, a distinct community in El Dorado, AR, offering assisted living. Dedicated to those with developmental and intellectual disabilities, the community provides top-notch care tailored to their unique needs around the clock. Here, residents can keep their peace of mind, especially with purposely built and secure accommodations.

A jam-packed calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs is conducted, encouraging residents to live actively and make new friends. Delicious and healthy meals are also served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. The community is a good option for those needing assistance to live comfortably in their golden years, especially with its dedicated services and well-maintained amenities.

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Overview of Arbor Oaks Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
Arbor Oaks Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center serves the community of Malvern and surrounding areas. It offers personalized care plans, 24/7 care, on-site therapy services, and a variety of daily activities. The facility is dedicated to enhancing the lives of elders in a warm and caring environment.

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Overview of The Springs of Pinnacle Mountain

Under owner Rosie Jenkins and administrator David E., The Springs of Pinnacle Mountain is a skilled nursing home at 6411 Valley Ranch Drive in Little Rock, Arkansas. Operated by Valley Ranch Healthcare, LLC, it takes Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, so families have many ways to fund short-term rehabilitation and longer-term nursing care. The home is a 110-bed community with a 70 percent occupancy rate. Its average stay length is about 122 days, indicating a blend of post-acute rehabilitation residents and those requiring active skilled nursing care. Rating 10 on the Walk Score scale, the setting is a car-dependent area where almost all daily errands demand a vehicle.

The facility, clinically speaking, spotlights direct attentive nursing support. Total nursing care averages 4 hours and 2 minutes per resident day. Registered nurses spend 16 minutes per resident daily, while nurse aides allot 2 hours and 39 minutes of direct care. Licensed practical and vocational nurses contribute an additional 52 minutes per resident. This distribution reflects a team-based model where nurse aides handle much of the daily personal care under RN and LPN supervision, a typical structure in skilled nursing homes that cater to post-acute and long-term residents.

A visit by families considering the facility will offer an idea of its daily care atmosphere and an opportunity to discuss certain clinical or lifestyle needs with the care team.

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Overview of Auburn Hills Nursing and Rehabilitation

Live a worry-free retirement at Auburn Hills Nursing and Rehabilitation, a distinguished community in Mountain Home, AR, offering skilled nursing and rehabilitation. With comprehensive care options, residents are guaranteed to receive the highest quality of care tailored to their needs around the clock. Purposely built and spacious accommodations are also provided in a nurturing and inviting environment, ensuring residents feel at ease during their stay.

With a carefully curated calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs, residents are encouraged to live actively and make new friends. To meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences, delicious and healthy meals are also served. The community’s wide range of services and state-of-the-art amenities creates the ideal setting for residents to live beyond their potential in their golden years.

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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
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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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 213 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.