Page 2 of Best Nursing Homes in Arkansas

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Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

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CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
Care Types in This Table NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
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.
The Green House Cottages of Homewood
NH
HOS
MC
PC
RC
SNF
Mena
138
Facility 138
AR AVG 106
Rank #34 / 206
59.4%
Facility 59.4%
AR AVG 67.2%
Rank #114 / 163
-12%
5.69
Facility 5.69
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #18 / 186
A- -58%+22%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #1 / 188
20
Facility 20
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #117 / 187
6.7
Facility 6.7
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #146 / 187
-82-
67
Facility 67
AR AVG 38
Rank #15 / 203
Mena Snf Operations, LLC
$11.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $11.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #40 / 177
$4.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #46 / 177
42.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 42.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG 46%
Rank #112 / 177
45358
Southfork River Therapy and Living
NH
MC
RC
SNF
West Salem
84
Facility 84
AR AVG 106
Rank #160 / 206
74.4%
Facility 74.4%
AR AVG 67.2%
Rank #61 / 163
+11%
4.81
Facility 4.81
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #67 / 186
A -76%+3%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #1 / 188
5
Facility 5
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #1 / 187
2.5
Facility 2.5
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #10 / 187
-63-
45
Facility 45
AR AVG 38
Rank #74 / 203
Slnc, Inc
$7.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #119 / 177
$3.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #126 / 177
41.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 41.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG 46%
Rank #120 / 177
45248
The Springs of Mine Creek
NH
SNF
Nashville
78
Facility 78
AR AVG 106
Rank #173 / 206
94.9%
Facility 94.9%
AR AVG 67.2%
Rank #5 / 163
+41%
4.31
Facility 4.31
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #129 / 186
A +52%-8%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #1 / 188
8
Facility 8
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #9 / 187
2.7
Facility 2.7
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #13 / 187
-74-
48
Facility 48
AR AVG 38
Rank #64 / 203
Nashville Wellness LLC
$6.8MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $6.8MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #136 / 177
$2.9MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $2.9MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #145 / 177
43%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 43%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG 46%
Rank #103 / 177
45180
North Hills Life Care and Rehab
NH
MC
RC
SNF
Fayetteville
92
Facility 92
AR AVG 106
Rank #140 / 206
84.3%
Facility 84.3%
AR AVG 67.2%
Rank #27 / 163
+26%
4.70
Facility 4.70
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #82 / 186
A- +12%+1%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #1 / 188
11
Facility 11
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #30 / 187
3.7
Facility 3.7
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #42 / 187
-78--Northwest Health And Rehab, Inc
$9.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #85 / 177
$4.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #58 / 177
49.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 49.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG 46%
Rank #36 / 177
45398
Chambers Health and Rehabilitation
NH
MC
RC
SNF
Carlisle
90
Facility 90
AR AVG 106
Rank #143 / 206
52.2%
Facility 52.2%
AR AVG 67.2%
Rank #130 / 163
-22%
4.81
Facility 4.81
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #67 / 186
A+ -71%+3%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #1 / 188
8
Facility 8
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #9 / 187
2.0
Facility 2.0
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #5 / 187
-47-
21
Facility 21
AR AVG 38
Rank #151 / 203
Lonokeco Ops, Inc
$5.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #161 / 177
$3.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #139 / 177
54.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 54.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG 46%
Rank #24 / 177
45318
Evergreen Living Center at Stagecoach
NH
MC
RC
SNF
North Bryant
116
Facility 116
AR AVG 106
Rank #76 / 206
84.5%
Facility 84.5%
AR AVG 67.2%
Rank #26 / 163
+26%
4.47
Facility 4.47
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #106 / 186
B+ -21%-4%
$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
-98-
34
Facility 34
AR AVG 38
Rank #117 / 203
Salco Nc, Inc
$10.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $10.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #53 / 177
$4.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #65 / 177
42.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 42.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG 46%
Rank #114 / 177
45457
Pioneer Therapy and Living
NH
MC
RC
SNF
Melbourne
86
Facility 86
AR AVG 106
Rank #152 / 206
88.4%
Facility 88.4%
AR AVG 67.2%
Rank #17 / 163
+32%
4.27
Facility 4.27
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #129 / 186
A -60%-9%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #1 / 188
10
Facility 10
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #22 / 187
5.0
Facility 5.0
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #105 / 187
-76-
42
Facility 42
AR AVG 38
Rank #87 / 203
Mlbnc, Inc
$7.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #115 / 177
$3.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #125 / 177
41.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 41.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG 46%
Rank #130 / 177
45322
Lonoke Health and Rehab Center, LLC
NH
HOS
RC
SNF
Lonoke
80
Facility 80
AR AVG 106
Rank #166 / 206
86.3%
Facility 86.3%
AR AVG 67.2%
Rank #21 / 163
+29%
4.81
Facility 4.81
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #67 / 186
A -83%+3%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #1 / 188
20
Facility 20
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #117 / 187
10.0
Facility 10.0
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #181 / 187
-69-
47
Facility 47
AR AVG 38
Rank #68 / 203
Lonoke Health And Rehab Center, LLC
$8.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $8.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #107 / 177
$3.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #112 / 177
43.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 43.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG 46%
Rank #96 / 177
45289
Prairie Grove Health and Rehabilitation, LLC
NH
SNF
Prairie Grove
70
Facility 70
AR AVG 106
Rank #179 / 206
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
AR AVG 67.2%
Rank #42 / 163
+19%
4.64
Facility 4.64
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #88 / 186
A- +17%-1%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #1 / 188
9
Facility 9
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #16 / 187
3.0
Facility 3.0
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #17 / 187
-56-
56
Facility 56
AR AVG 38
Rank #43 / 203
Prairie Grove Health And Rehabilitation, LLC
$5.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $5.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #154 / 177
$2.8MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $2.8MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #151 / 177
49.8%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 49.8%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG 46%
Rank #33 / 177
45409
Nightingale At Arkadelphia
NH
HOS
MC
RC
SNF
Arkadelphia
100
Facility 100
AR AVG 106
Rank #122 / 206
73.0%
Facility 73.0%
AR AVG 67.2%
Rank #66 / 163
+9%
4.02
Facility 4.02
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #167 / 186
A+ +131%-14%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #1 / 188
9
Facility 9
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #16 / 187
3.0
Facility 3.0
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #17 / 187
-73-
75
Facility 75
AR AVG 38
Rank #5 / 203
Courtyard Arkadelphia Healthcare LLC
$8.2MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $8.2MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #99 / 177
$3.8MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $3.8MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #93 / 177
46.1%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 46.1%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG 46%
Rank #66 / 177
45350

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Overview of The Green House Cottages of Homewood

The Green House Cottages of Homewood provides nursing home and skilled nursing care, plus hospice care, palliative care, memory care, and respite care in Mena, AR. Nursing home and skilled nursing care provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision. Hospice care focuses on comfort near the end of life, palliative care addresses comfort and symptoms during serious illness, and respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs temporary support.

The community has 138 beds. Total nurse staffing is 5h 41m per resident/day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time per resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families those payment paths for care.

Mena SNF Operations operates the community, and T Marquel (Kelly) Parks serves as administrator. A Walk Score of 67 out of 100 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to manage selected nearby trips independently. Memory care can suit someone living with dementia who needs a secured, supervised setting, while respite care may suit a family caregiver who needs short-term support.

Contact The Green House Cottages of Homewood

Overview of Southfork River Therapy and Living

Southfork River Therapy and Living offers nursing home, skilled nursing, memory care, and respite care in Salem, AR. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care onsite, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Respite care is available for short stays, which can give a family caregiver time to travel or recover.

The community has 84 beds and provides short term rehabilitation, long term care, and memory care services. A resident may be able to receive rehabilitation or ongoing care within the same community as needs change. A therapy gym supports rehabilitation onsite, while an enclosed outdoor courtyard with a gazebo and concrete walking path provides a designated outdoor area. Salon services are also available for onsite grooming.

Meals are prepared by a certified dietary manager and cooks, with accommodations for food allergies and preferences. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 49 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated per resident. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay; Medicare applies to short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence.

The community is administered by Brent Tyson and operated by SLNC. With nursing, memory care, rehabilitation, and respite services, Southfork River Therapy and Living may suit a resident whose care needs could change over time or a family seeking a short term stay. With a Walk Score of 45, the area is car dependent, so most errands require a car or a ride.

Contact Southfork River Therapy and Living

Overview of The Springs of Mine Creek

The Springs of Mine Creek provides skilled nursing and nursing home care in Nashville, AR. Skilled nursing means licensed nursing care is available on site around the clock, while nursing home care supports residents who need ongoing assistance in a residential setting. The community may be a good fit for someone who needs licensed nursing care and rehabilitation services in one setting.

The community has 78 beds. Rehabilitation services are available for residents who need therapy as part of their care, allowing those services to be provided within the same setting. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 19 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time allocated to each resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families those payment routes. Melissa Wright is the administrator, and Nashville Wellness operates the community.

Contact The Springs of Mine Creek

Overview of North Hills Life Care and Rehab

North Hills Life Care and Rehab, in Fayetteville, AR, deals in memory care, skilled nursing, respite care, and nursing home care. Licensed nursing on the clinical side is for residents whose support has no end date, with short-term rehabilitation beside it for the recoveries that do. Memory care here is described by need rather than by security, and memory-related needs cover more ground than dementia alone.

Respite is the planned break, offering short stays when a usual caregiver wants relief rather than waiting for a crisis to force one. A family balancing ongoing care against rehabilitation, or against a break, is the fit.

Ninety-two beds carry the license. Nursing allocated to each resident across a day is 4 hours and 42 minutes. The accepted payers are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

An enclosed courtyard gives residents somewhere outdoors. Private rooms with showers and a dining service round out what the community names. Northwest Health and Rehab, Inc. operates the community, and Rochelle Johnson is the administrator on site.

Contact North Hills Life Care and Rehab

Overview of Chambers Health and Rehabilitation

Chambers Health and Rehabilitation, in Carlisle, AR, runs memory care, skilled nursing, respite care, and nursing home care. Skilled nursing keeps licensed staff in the building at three in the morning as readily as at noon. Memory care is a supervised setting meant for when someone’s dementia makes it a risk for them to be left alone at all. Respite handles short stays needed when a regular caregiver is unavailable due to travel, recovery, or other obligations. Short-Term rehab and rehabilitation services are named too, covering the therapy end of things.

A community kitchen is among the amenities, along with a courtyard so residents have somewhere to spend time outdoors without leaving.

Specialty nursing and nutritional support are named programs as well. A day of nursing per resident here is 4 hours and 49 minutes long.

The license here covers 90 beds. Michelle Moran is the named administrator with LonokeCo Ops as operator. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are all accepted, so there’s more than one route.

The community is fit for someone working through a course of rehabilitation, someone with dementia, or families needing a temporary stay for the time the usual caregiver is away.

Contact Chambers Health and Rehabilitation

Overview of Evergreen Living Center at Stagecoach

Evergreen Living Center at Stagecoach is a nursing home in Bryant, Arkansas, offering skilled nursing, memory care, and respite care. Skilled nursing includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care provides supervision for residents living with dementia. Respite care is available for short stays, giving a family caregiver time to travel, recover, or manage other responsibilities.

The community has 116 beds and is operated by Salco NC, with Becky Baker serving as administrator. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 28 minutes per resident each day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated to each resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted: Medicare can apply to short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid can help when personal savings do not cover a long stay, and private pay allows a family to use personal funds.

Short term rehabilitation takes place in the therapy gym, so rehabilitation services are available on site. Residents can spend time in an enclosed outdoor courtyard with a gazebo and concrete walking path, and salon services are available. Meals are prepared by a certified dietary manager and cooks, with food allergies and preferences accommodated. A Walk Score of 34 places the area in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride. Evergreen Living Center at Stagecoach may be a good fit for someone who needs nursing oversight or memory related supervision, or for a family seeking a short term respite stay.

Contact Evergreen Living Center at Stagecoach

Overview of Pioneer Therapy and Living

Pioneer Therapy and Living in Melbourne, Arkansas, provides skilled nursing, memory care, and short-term respite stays. Memory care programs utilize secured spaces to protect residents with memory loss or wandering risks. Rehabilitation offerings include short-term, personalized recovery plans that let residents complete physical therapy without leaving the campus. Temporary respite stays allow primary caregivers scheduled relief.

MLBNC operates the 86-bed facility under administrator Jody Kever. Daily hands-on nurse staffing averages 4 hours and 16 minutes per resident. On-site features include an enclosed outdoor courtyard with a gazebo and paved walking path, an in-house salon, and meals prepared by a certified dietary manager to accommodate food allergies and individual preferences. Located in an area with a 42 walk score, the campus sits in a car-dependent setting.

Families evaluating long-term nursing facilities or memory support programs can contact Pioneer Therapy and Living to check room availability, examine payment options, or arrange a personal visit. Accepted payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and direct private pay.

Contact Pioneer Therapy and Living

Overview of Lonoke Health and Rehab Center

Lonoke Health and Rehab Center is a nursing home in Lonoke, AR, offering hospice care, respite care, and skilled nursing. Nursing home care supports residents who need ongoing assistance and supervision in a residential setting, while skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Hospice care supports residents receiving end of life care. Respite care provides a short stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs temporary support. Lonoke Health and Rehab Center may be a good fit for someone needing nursing support or a family caregiver arranging a short stay.

The home has 80 beds, with private and semi private accommodations for residents who prefer a single room or share with another resident. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 49 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nurse staffing time allocated to each resident. Ashley Thomley serves as the administrator.

Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted. Medicaid may help families whose savings may not cover a long stay, while Medicare applies to short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence. Private pay provides another payment route.

Residents can use salon services and a large patio surrounded by blooming plants. Dining includes nutritional snacks prepared by a certified dietician, and rehabilitation services address recovery needs. An IV Therapy program addresses IV treatment needs, while scheduled transportation is available for planned trips.

Contact Lonoke Health and Rehab Center, LLC

Overview of Prairie Grove Health and Rehabilitation

In Prairie Grove, AR, Prairie Grove Health and Rehabilitation offers two care types, nursing home care and skilled nursing. Licensed nursing is available every hour on the floor under the rehabilitation work, not a service beside it. Rehabilitation services back a patient working toward going home. That fits a person who needs skilled nursing while a recovery runs.

Seventy beds are inside, and one resident’s day claims 4 hours and 38 minutes of nursing. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay each turn on a different word. Medicare may cover skilled care for a limited time after a hospital stay, Medicaid may help an eligible resident with long-term costs, and private pay means paying directly. Jayme Creek is the named administrator.

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Overview of Nightingale at Arkadelphia

Nightingale at Arkadelphia provides nursing home, hospice care, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Arkadelphia, AR. Nursing home and skilled nursing services include licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care provides a secure setting with supervision for residents living with dementia. Hospice care supports residents with end of life care needs, and respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The community has 100 beds. Nightingale at Arkadelphia may be a good fit for someone living with dementia who needs secure supervision or for a family seeking short term respite care. Rehabilitation services and short term rehabilitation support a focused recovery stay, while wound care services address residents who need wound treatment.

On site dialysis allows residents receiving dialysis to access that service within the community rather than arranging visits elsewhere. Outdoor courtyards provide designated spaces to spend time outside, and religious services are available on site. Meals are served in an expansive country dining room, giving residents a dedicated setting for dining.

Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 1 minute per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time available for each resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted. Katherine Barnhill serves as administrator, and Courtyard Arkadelphia Healthcare operates the community.

A Walk Score of 75 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot. A resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports. Rank badges compare each home against other nursing homes in the same state — never against assisted living, memory care, or independent living communities.

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

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
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
No paid rankings Facilities cannot pay to influence placement.
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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.