Page 3 of Best Nursing Homes in Arkansas

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 212 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

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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.

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 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.
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 Maples at Har-Ber Meadows
NH
MC
RC
SNF
Springdale
140
Facility 140
AR AVG 84
Rank #18 / 329
74.1%
Facility 74.1%
AR AVG 67.4%
Rank #65 / 161
+10%
4.76
Facility 4.76
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #67 / 186
-50%+2%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #1 / 188
23
Facility 23
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #118 / 187
5.8
Facility 5.8
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #125 / 187
1104-
18
Facility 18
AR AVG 35
Rank #299 / 394
John Mcpherson
$13.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $13.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #19 / 177
$5.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #25 / 177
41.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 41.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG 46%
Rank #130 / 177
45407
Southfork River Therapy and Living
NH
MC
RC
SNF
West Salem
84
Facility 84
AR AVG 84
Rank #175 / 329
74.4%
Facility 74.4%
AR AVG 67.4%
Rank #63 / 161
+10%
4.81
Facility 4.81
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #67 / 186
-76%+3%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #1 / 188
10
Facility 10
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #10 / 187
5.0
Facility 5.0
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #88 / 187
-63-
45
Facility 45
AR AVG 35
Rank #132 / 394
Gavin Moore
$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
Oak Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Inc.
NH
HOS
SNF
Booneville
120
Facility 120
AR AVG 84
Rank #59 / 329
45.0%
Facility 45.0%
AR AVG 67.4%
Rank #144 / 161
-33%
5.21
Facility 5.21
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #37 / 186
+21%+12%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #1 / 188
17
Facility 17
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #59 / 187
5.7
Facility 5.7
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #119 / 187
-54-
45
Facility 45
AR AVG 35
Rank #132 / 394
Retha Travis
$6.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #132 / 177
$3.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #131 / 177
44.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 44.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG 46%
Rank #81 / 177
45301
The Blossoms at Rogers Rehab & Nursing Center
NH
MC
PC
RC
SNF
Rogers
110
Facility 110
AR AVG 84
Rank #90 / 329
74.5%
Facility 74.5%
AR AVG 67.4%
Rank #62 / 161
+10%
3.74
Facility 3.74
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #178 / 186
+45%-20%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #1 / 188
25
Facility 25
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #134 / 187
6.3
Facility 6.3
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #143 / 187
-82-
18
Facility 18
AR AVG 35
Rank #299 / 394
Ronald Yarbrough
$9.4MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $9.4MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #76 / 177
$4.1MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $4.1MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #84 / 177
43.3%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 43.3%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG 46%
Rank #97 / 177
45212
​​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 67.4%
Rank #136 / 161
-27%
4.04
Facility 4.04
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #167 / 186
-60%-13%
$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 / 394
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
Eaglecrest Nursing and Rehab
NH
MC
RC
SNF
Ash Flat
100
Facility 100
AR AVG 84
Rank #130 / 329
74.0%
Facility 74.0%
AR AVG 67.4%
Rank #66 / 161
+10%
4.56
Facility 4.56
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #88 / 186
-60%-2%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #1 / 188
12
Facility 12
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #23 / 187
6.0
Facility 6.0
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #133 / 187
-74-
16
Facility 16
AR AVG 35
Rank #305 / 394
Maggie Cannon
$7.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #109 / 177
$3.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #127 / 177
39.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 39.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG 46%
Rank #147 / 177
45352
Salem Place Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Inc.
NH
RC
SNF
Conway
103
Facility 103
AR AVG 84
Rank #121 / 329
80.6%
Facility 80.6%
AR AVG 67.4%
Rank #40 / 161
+20%
5.47
Facility 5.47
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #24 / 186
-41%+17%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #1 / 188
33
Facility 33
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #159 / 187
8.3
Facility 8.3
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #170 / 187
-83-
2
Facility 2
AR AVG 35
Rank #386 / 394
Sheri Hollingsworth
$10.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $10.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #49 / 177
$4.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #55 / 177
42.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 42.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG 46%
Rank #107 / 177
45183
Perry County Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
NH
SNF
Perryville
95
Facility 95
AR AVG 84
Rank #150 / 329
56.8%
Facility 56.8%
AR AVG 67.4%
Rank #120 / 161
-16%
5.31
Facility 5.31
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #34 / 186
-67%+14%
$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
-54-
37
Facility 37
AR AVG 35
Rank #178 / 394
Rhonda Stout
$7.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #122 / 177
$2.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $2.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #148 / 177
38.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 38.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG 46%
Rank #154 / 177
45246
Summit Health and Rehab Center
NH
RC
SNF
Taylor
70
Facility 70
AR AVG 84
Rank #205 / 329
72.9%
Facility 72.9%
AR AVG 67.4%
Rank #70 / 161
+8%
4.90
Facility 4.90
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #57 / 186
-3%+5%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #1 / 188
13
Facility 13
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #33 / 187
4.3
Facility 4.3
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #58 / 187
-51-
18
Facility 18
AR AVG 35
Rank #299 / 394
Leamon Torrence
$6.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #151 / 177
$2.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $2.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #155 / 177
44.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 44.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG 46%
Rank #77 / 177
45411
Chambers Health and Rehabilitation
NH
MC
RC
SNF
Carlisle
90
Facility 90
AR AVG 84
Rank #159 / 329
52.2%
Facility 52.2%
AR AVG 67.4%
Rank #129 / 161
-23%
4.81
Facility 4.81
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #67 / 186
-71%+3%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #1 / 188
13
Facility 13
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #33 / 187
2.6
Facility 2.6
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #7 / 187
-47-
21
Facility 21
AR AVG 35
Rank #283 / 394
Michelle Moran
$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

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every AR community we track that reports that metric, not just the 212 on this page.

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Overview of The Maples at Har-Ber Meadows

NWA Nursing Center, LLC operates The Maples at Har-Ber Meadows, a 140-bed nursing home located at 6456 Lynchs Prairie Cove in Springdale, Arkansas. John McPherson serves as the administrator for the property, which has been in business for 28 years and currently houses 111 residents at a 79 percent occupancy rate. Stays average 153 days, showing that the daily operation splits its time between temporary post-hospital rehab and long-term residential stays.

The surrounding area relies heavily on cars, scoring just 18 out of 100 for walkability, so visitors will need a vehicle to reach the property. On the floor, the nursing crew delivers an average of 4 hours and 50 minutes of direct, hands-on care to each resident daily. This 24-hour team of registered nurses, practical nurses, and assistants manages physical therapy routines and temporary respite care.

For daily life, a certified dietary manager runs the kitchen to address personal food preferences and allergies, while additional campus amenities include an outdoor courtyard, social activities, and an on-site hair salon.

Prospective representatives can contact the front office to ask about current room openings or get details on the intake process. The administrative staff can also explain how the team manages recent findings from government health inspectors, whose regular safety audits noted past compliance issues with medication administration, staffing consistency, and infection control procedures.

Contact The Maples at Har-Ber Meadows

Overview of Southfork River Therapy and Living

Gavin Moore owns Southfork River Therapy and Living, an 84-bed care facility that has been run by SLNC, Inc. for 18 years. The building maintains an 87 percent occupancy rate, and residents typically stay for an average of 253 days. This timeline indicates that the daily workload is evenly divided between extended residential care and short-term post-hospital therapy. Families looking at payment options can cover their costs through standard private pay, traditional Medicare, or state Medicaid.

The facility’s 24-hour nursing team logs about 4 hours and 42 minutes of direct, hands-on care per resident daily. This crew of registered nurses, practical nurses, and assistants coordinates short-term rehab routines in an on-site therapy gym alongside standard clinical care.

Daily amenities include an outdoor courtyard, a hair salon, structured recreational activities, and meals managed by a certified dietary manager to fit individual food choices. The location has a 45 walk score, so visitors can handle a few minor tasks on foot, but most errands will require a car.

Older adults can contact the admissions coordinator to check on current bed openings or to learn about the registration process. The administrative staff can also share details from their state survey reports; notably, the most recent inspection resulted in zero health deficiencies or complaints, reflecting how the team maintains safety and documentation standards across their medication, infection control, and environmental protocols.

Contact Southfork River Therapy and Living

Overview of Oak Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Oak Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Inc. sits on Morton Avenue in Booneville, Arkansas, with owner Retha Travis managing the daily operations. The 120-bed nursing home currently cares for 54 residents, meaning it runs at about 45 percent occupancy and has rooms available for immediate move-ins. People stay here for about 296 days on average, so the staff is well-versed in balancing short-term rehab stints with long-term residential care.

On the floor, residents get a lot of direct attention, with the nursing crew averaging about 5 hours and 14 minutes of hands-on care per resident every day. This 24-hour team of registered nurses, practical nurses, and aides takes care of daily clinical needs and runs physical, occupational, and speech therapy right inside the building so residents don’t have to travel for appointments. The facility provides planned social activities and meals cooked to fit individual dietary needs, while a walk score of 45 means visiting families will mostly need a car to get around the neighborhood.

Interested individuals can reach out to the main office to see what rooms are open or to find out how the admissions process works. The team can also walk you through their recent state inspection reports, which pointed out specific issues with medication management, food safety, and kitchen sanitation, giving you a clear look at how they handle daily safety protocols in the building.

Contact Oak Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Inc.

Overview of The Blossoms at Rogers Rehab & Nursing Center

The Blossoms at Rogers Rehab & Nursing Center is a senior community. Situated in the heart of Rogers, Arkansas, their comprehensive services encompass long-term care, short-term care, a rehab-to-home program, long-term care service, and specialty care for seniors in the area. Their mission revolves around providing individualized, patient-centered care with a strong emphasis on complete physical and emotional well-being.

Within their network of facilities, The Blossoms maintains a disciplined and compassionate approach to care, ensuring that each resident can live and recover with dignity and respect, achieving full and healthy lives. At The Blossoms, they believe that the cornerstone of exceptional care lies in cultivating personal relationships between caregivers and residents.

Contact The Blossoms at Rogers Rehab & Nursing Center

Overview of ​​shiloh Health and Rehab

One of Springdale’s top nursing homes that offers an exceptional level of service, Shiloh Health and Rehab proudly approaches nursing care as a person-centered service. It provides a warm and welcoming atmosphere for its residents so that they maintain comfort in a homey environment. Shiloh health center is the ideal place for families looking for a well-established community that guarantees compassionate accommodation.
Shiloh offers services that are the next level of care after assisted living: skilled nursing. They specialize in surgical recovery, skilled nursing, therapeutic rehabilitation, short-term recovery, and long-term care. They also provide horticultural therapy, music therapy, and a therapy pool– a few programs that keep residents stimulated with each step closer to recovery.

Contact ​​Shiloh Health and Rehab

Overview of Eaglecrest Nursing and Rehab

Operated by AFNC, Inc., under owner Maggie Cannon, Eaglecrest Nursing and Rehab is a skilled nursing community that serves both short-term rehabilitation residents and those needing longer-term nursing care. The facility accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving families several options when arranging coverage.

The community has 100 beds, with an occupancy rate of 74%. Residents stay an average of 179 days. That resident mix reflects the facility’s focus on post-acute recovery alongside ongoing skilled nursing care. Daily nurse staffing averages about 4 hours and 10 minutes per resident. Registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, nurse aides, and 24-hour staffing that provides daily hands-on assistance.

Rehabilitation services are a major part of daily operations. Respite care is available alongside traditional skilled nursing services. The therapy gym includes state-of-the-art equipment, and structured programs are designed around recovery and well-being. Daily activities include entertainment, social opportunities, and a rotating calendar of programs. Residents also have access to salon services. An outdoor courtyard with a gazebo provides space for fresh air and outdoor time.

Meals are overseen by a certified dietary manager. Professional cooks prepare nutritious meals while accommodating food allergies and individual preferences. Residents can gather in a large communal dining room, and there’s a dedicated activity area for socialization and daily programming.

The facility is in a car-dependent area where most errands require transportation. However, the immediate neighborhood is quiet and residential.

State inspections have shown improvement over time. The most recent survey found no health deficiencies and no complaints. Earlier surveys identified areas involving resident privacy, medication security, care planning documentation, and environmental safety, reflecting compliance areas the facility has worked to address.

Contact Eaglecrest Nursing and Rehab

Overview of Salem Place Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Salem Place Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Inc. is located in Conway, Arkansas. It offers long-term care, respite care, and short-term rehabilitation services. The facility is committed to providing a safe and comfortable environment for its residents.

Contact Salem Place Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Inc.

Overview of Perry County Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Operated by Perry County Care Center, Inc, Perry County Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a skilled nursing facility in Perryville, Arkansas. Rhonda Stout owns the 95-bed home. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families flexibility when covering post-acute rehabilitation and longer-term nursing care. The facility focuses on short-term rehabilitation services and maintains 24-hour staffing to support residents throughout recovery and ongoing care.

The community currently serves 54 residents, who mostly stay an average of about 249 days. Nurse staffing averages 5 hours per resident daily. Registered nurses provide 13 minutes of care each day, nurse aides contribute 13 minutes, and LPN/LVN staff provide 1 hour and 4 minutes, and that staffing structure shows the facility’s commitment to caring for residents directly.

State inspections have focused on food safety protocols, medication management practices, equipment storage and handling, and supervision in specialized care areas. These operational areas have remained recurring themes in regulatory reviews.

Its location on Scenic Drive is in an area with a Walk Score of 37. A few nearby services may be within walking distance, but most trips require transportation. The surrounding community offers a small-town setting for residents and visiting family members.

Families considering Perry County Nursing and Rehabilitation Center should take a tour to understand the facility’s approach to care, daily operations, and the areas highlighted in state inspections.

Contact Perry County Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Overview of Summit Health and Rehab Center

Owned by Leamon Torrence, Summit Health and Rehab Center is a skilled nursing facility in Taylor, Arkansas, on North Long Avenue. The 70-bed center is operated by Summit Health & Rehabilitation, LLC, and is administered by Helen Jeanette Lane. Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted, which allows families to explore multiple funding options for both short-term rehabilitation and longer-term nursing care.

The facility has an occupancy rate of 73% as it serves both post-acute rehabilitation residents and those in ongoing nursing care. Most stay an average of 133 days, indicating a mix of shorter rehabilitative stays and longer placements. Clinical support is provided through on-staff physicians. The center offers dedicated rehabilitation services and 24-hour staffing. It’s best suited for residents who need skilled nursing support during recovery or ongoing care needs.

Daily nurse staffing averages approximately 4 hours and 31 minutes per resident. Residents are also supported by registered nurses providing about 43 minutes and nurse aides contributing 43 minutes, supported by LPN/LVN staff at about 46 minutes per day. This staffing level is in place due to the facility’s focus on hands-on daily support.

The Taylor area is car-dependent, with a Walk Score of 18. Visiting family and ambulatory residents will need transportation for most errands and activities outside the immediate vicinity of the center.

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Overview of Chambers Health and Rehabilitation

Chambers Health and Rehabilitation is a 90-bed care home on East Park Street in Carlisle, Arkansas, run by LonokeCo Ops, Inc and owner Michelle Moran. Right now, about half the beds are filled (52 percent occupancy), so they can take new residents pretty quickly. People stay here for an average of 208 days, meaning the daily routine on the floor is split between folks recovering from brief hospital stays and those who live there full-time.

Nurses and aides handle the day-to-day care, clocking an average of 4 hours and 42 minutes of hands-on time with each resident every day. This round-the-clock team covers clinical needs, short-term respite breaks for family caregivers, and rehab sessions in a therapy gym built with its own kitchen and bathroom to help people practice daily living skills. If you are coming to visit, keep in mind the area has a low walk score of 21, so you will definitely need a car to get around.

State inspectors visit the facility regularly to run health and safety surveys. This specific report does not show any major, recurring patterns of safety violations, but it is always smart to ask the director of nursing to show you their latest inspection paperwork when you go in for a tour.

Families exploring care options can call the admissions department to see what rooms are open and walk through the move-in forms. The business office handles billing through Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, and the kitchen staff can fill you in on their local Southern menu options.

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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.

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  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
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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
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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
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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 212 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.