Page 5 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 AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. 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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. 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.
Rector Nursing and Rehab
NH
MC
RC
SNF
Rector
70
Facility 70
AR AVG 84
Rank #205 / 329
52.9%
Facility 52.9%
AR AVG 67.4%
Rank #127 / 161
-22%
4.30
Facility 4.30
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #129 / 186
+78%-8%
$14.1k
Facility $14.1k
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #159 / 188
6
Facility 6
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #2 / 187
2.0
Facility 2.0
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #4 / 187
137-
40
Facility 40
AR AVG 35
Rank #158 / 394
James Sheridan
$4.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #171 / 177
$1.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $1.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #176 / 177
44.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 44.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG 46%
Rank #84 / 177
45394
Crestpark Marianna, LLC
NH
Chestnut Marianna (Marianna)
130
Facility 130
AR AVG 84
Rank #47 / 329
34.6%
Facility 34.6%
AR AVG 67.4%
Rank #154 / 161
-49%
4.83
Facility 4.83
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #67 / 186
+181%+3%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #1 / 188
19
Facility 19
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #78 / 187
6.3
Facility 6.3
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #143 / 187
-45-
32
Facility 32
AR AVG 35
Rank #218 / 394
Crestpark Marianna LLC
$5.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #165 / 177
$2.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $2.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #174 / 177
40.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 40.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG 46%
Rank #139 / 177
45449
Randolph County Nursing Home
NH
SNF
Pocahontas
140
Facility 140
AR AVG 84
Rank #18 / 329
92.1%
Facility 92.1%
AR AVG 67.4%
Rank #9 / 161
+37%
4.98
Facility 4.98
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #49 / 186
+63%+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
-129-
48
Facility 48
AR AVG 35
Rank #108 / 394
David Jansen
$15.1MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $15.1MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #8 / 177
$9.8MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $9.8MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #1 / 177
64.5%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 64.5%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG 46%
Rank #10 / 177
45443
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 67.4%
Rank #29 / 161
+24%
6.26
Facility 6.26
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #4 / 186
-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 / 394
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
Montgomery County Nursing Home
NH
Mount Ida
112
Facility 112
AR AVG 84
Rank #88 / 329
60.7%
Facility 60.7%
AR AVG 67.4%
Rank #109 / 161
-10%
6.23
Facility 6.23
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #8 / 186
+41%+33%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #1 / 188
16
Facility 16
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #51 / 187
5.3
Facility 5.3
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #106 / 187
-68-
8
Facility 8
AR AVG 35
Rank #347 / 394
Montgomery County Arkansas
$7.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $7.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #118 / 177
$5.5MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $5.5MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #29 / 177
71.6%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 71.6%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG 46%
Rank #1 / 177
45266
Bear Creek Healthcare LLC
NH
De Queen
131
Facility 131
AR AVG 84
Rank #46 / 329
37.6%
Facility 37.6%
AR AVG 67.4%
Rank #151 / 161
-44%
4.99
Facility 4.99
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #49 / 186
-23%+7%
$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
-49-
35
Facility 35
AR AVG 35
Rank #193 / 394
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 Chenal
NH
HOS
MC
PC
SNF
Little Rock (John Barrow)
70
Facility 70
AR AVG 84
Rank #205 / 329
57.1%
Facility 57.1%
AR AVG 67.4%
Rank #118 / 161
-15%
4.47
Facility 4.47
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #106 / 186
+28%-4%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #1 / 188
16
Facility 16
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #51 / 187
3.2
Facility 3.2
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #21 / 187
-40A+
10
Facility 10
AR AVG 35
Rank #340 / 394
Samuel Vallery
$5.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $5.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #156 / 177
$3.1MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $3.1MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #130 / 177
55.8%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 55.8%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG 46%
Rank #22 / 177
45288
The Springs of Hillcrest
NH
HOS
MC
PC
SNF
N Prescott
90
Facility 90
AR AVG 84
Rank #159 / 329
75.3%
Facility 75.3%
AR AVG 67.4%
Rank #60 / 161
+12%
4.08
Facility 4.08
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #162 / 186
-17%-13%
$9.5k
Facility $9.5k
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #149 / 188
20
Facility 20
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #86 / 187
5.0
Facility 5.0
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #88 / 187
168-
40
Facility 40
AR AVG 35
Rank #158 / 394
Ginger Turner
$8.3MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $8.3MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #98 / 177
$3.5MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $3.5MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #109 / 177
42.9%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 42.9%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG 46%
Rank #105 / 177
45306
Harris Health and Rehab
NH
HOS
MC
PC
RC
SNF
Osceola
91
Facility 91
AR AVG 84
Rank #156 / 329
62.6%
Facility 62.6%
AR AVG 67.4%
Rank #106 / 161
-7%
4.92
Facility 4.92
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #57 / 186
-38%+5%
$8.3k
Facility $8.3k
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #141 / 188
22
Facility 22
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #108 / 187
5.5
Facility 5.5
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #114 / 187
157-
58
Facility 58
AR AVG 35
Rank #60 / 394
Chc Harris Healthcare, LLC
$6.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #147 / 177
$3.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #140 / 177
48.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 48.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AR AVG 46%
Rank #47 / 177
45440
The Springs of Harrison Health & Rehabilitation
NH
HOS
MC
PC
SNF
Harrison
40
Facility 40
AR AVG 84
Rank #266 / 329
--
4.04
Facility 4.04
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #167 / 186
-8%-13%
$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
-61-
49
Facility 49
AR AVG 35
Rank #105 / 394
Cathy Abatangle
$6.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $6.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #143 / 177
$2.7MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $2.7MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #154 / 177
41%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 41%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG 46%
Rank #137 / 177
45197

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 Rector Nursing and Rehab

Kathy Speaks serves as the administrator for Rector Nursing and Rehab, a 70-bed care facility in Rector, Arkansas, run by RTNC, Inc. The home handles a blend of long-term nursing, memory support, and short-term therapy, with residents staying for an average of 191 days.

On the floor, the 24-hour nursing team averages 4 hours and 5 minutes of direct, hands-on attention per resident daily. This includes 29 minutes of direct registered nurse coverage, which provides regular clinical oversight for the building’s therapy gym and daily care routines. For amenities, residents have access to an outdoor courtyard, an activity area, hair salon services, and a dining program overseen by a certified dietary manager. The property has a 40 walk score, meaning visitors can handle a few minor tasks on foot, but most errands will require a car.

State health surveys show the building operates with fewer compliance issues than the state average, including zero health deficiencies or complaints during its most recent annual inspection. While prior complaint investigations flagged issues with resident transport protocols and care delivery procedures, the records show these matters have been corrected. You can review the facility’s updated safety protocols and regulatory track record directly with the management team.

Interested individuals can reach out to the admissions desk to check on current bed availability or to find out what paperwork is needed to start the intake process.

Contact Rector Nursing and Rehab

Overview of Crestpark Marianna

Find the care you need at Crestpark Marianna, an outstanding community in Marianna, AR, offering skilled nursing. With a kind and highly trained team available around the clock, residents can keep their peace of mind and receive top-notch care for their unique needs. Specially designed and secure accommodations are provided in a nurturing and welcoming environment, ensuring residents feel at ease during their stay.

Here, Medicare and Medicaid are accepted to ease financial burdens. Rehabilitation services, including physical, occupational, and speech therapy, are provided to enhance residents’ living experiences. Healthy meals are important for residents’ well-being, so delicious and well-balanced dining options are served to satisfy their dietary needs and preferences. With its extensive amenities and comprehensive care, the community strives to create an ideal setting where residents can live beyond their potential in retirement.

Contact Crestpark Marianna, LLC

Overview of Randolph County Nursing Home

Operating 140 beds in Pocahontas, Arkansas, Randolph County Nursing Home is a skilled nursing facility on Camp Road. The home is owned by David Jansen, operated by the County Government, and administered by Paula Swift. Medicare and private pay are accepted, giving families different options for covering care costs.

The facility operates at 92% occupancy. Residents stay an average of about 503 days, with a population that leans more toward longer-term nursing care than short-term rehabilitation. Rehabilitation services are available. Nurse staffing averages 5 hours and 29 minutes per resident each day. Registered nurses, nursing assistants, and licensed practical nurses provide that support, and the staffing structure shows the facility’s commitment to care.

State inspections have identified recurring themes involving food safety, infection control practices, and communication with residents and families regarding health changes. Those areas remain important parts of the facility’s operations and oversight.

The neighborhood’s Walk Score is 48. Some nearby services can be reached by walking, but most trips around Pocahontas require transportation. Visiting family members need a vehicle to get around the area.

For families looking at nursing home options in rural Arkansas, Randolph County Nursing Home provides a county-operated setting with stable staffing levels and a focus on longer-term resident care. Taking a tour provides a closer look at the daily environment and provides an opportunity to ask questions about care practices and operations.

Contact Randolph County Nursing Home

Overview of Presbyterian Village

Owned by Mary Compton, Presbyterian Village, Inc., is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility on Brookside Drive in Little Rock, Arkansas. With current occupancy at 83 percent, the facility serves 78 residents across its community and averages a stay length of about 165 days, signaling a blend of post-acute rehabilitations and ongoing care placements. Operated by Presbyterian Village, Inc., the home takes Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving families many pathways to cover short-term rehabilitation and longer-term nursing care.

Presbyterian Village, Inc., focuses on skilled nursing and rehabilitation services, so it’s suitable for residents recovering from surgery, hospitalization, or other acute medical events. Daily nursing support averages 6 hours and 17 minutes per resident, with additional attention from nurse aides and licensed practical nurses, providing consistent hands-on care all day. This staffing structure anchors the rehabilitation focus and supports residents through their recovery phase. The location on Brookside Drive scores 37 out of 100 for walkability, meaning some nearby services may be accessible on foot, but most trips need a car. Such a setting offers convenient access to the surrounding Little Rock neighborhood while keeping a quieter residential feel.

Arkansas inspections have tracked equipment and facility maintenance, clinical care processes, and environmental standards over the years, touching on areas including equipment care, hygiene protocols, kitchen sanitation, and water system management.

An in-person visit for families considering Presbyterian Village, Inc., is the best way to assess the rehabilitation programs, daily routines, and care setting. This is to see if the home’s focus and environment match the needs of a recovering loved one.

Contact Presbyterian Village, Inc.

Overview of Montgomery County Nursing Home

Peacefully nestled in the serene setting of Mount Ida, AR, Montgomery County Nursing Home is a blissful community that offers skilled nursing. Dedicated to improving residents’ well-being, a kind and highly trained team provides the highest quality of care tailored to their special needs around the clock. With purposely built and secure accommodations, the community ensures retirees feel at ease during their stay.

Medicare and Medicaid are also accepted to ease financial burdens. Rehabilitation services are also provided, including physical, occupational, and speech therapy, to enhance residents’ living experiences. Healthy meals are important for residents’ wellness, so delicious and healthy dining options are served to meet their dietary needs and preferences. The community is ideal for those seeking a wide range of care, especially with its dedicated services and extensive amenities.

Contact Montgomery County Nursing Home

Overview of Bear Creek Healthcare

Experience the best of your golden years at Bear Creek Healthcare, an idyllic retreat in Queen, AR, offering skilled nursing. A compassionate and well-trained team helps residents with their daily living activities and personal needs around the clock. The community also features purposely designed spacious accommodations, ensuring residents can feel at ease during their stay.

Providing holistic wellness, a jam-packed calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs is conducted based on their interests and capabilities. Healthy meals are important for residents’ wellness, so delicious and well-balanced dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Medicare and Medicaid are also accepted to ease the financial burden. With its wide range of care and extensive amenities, the community makes a good option for a blissful retirement.

Contact Bear Creek Healthcare LLC

Overview of The Springs of Chenal

Located on South Bowman Road in Little Rock, Arkansas, The Springs of Chenal is a nursing home operated by Allay Healthcare LLC. The 70-bed community is administered by Kaicee Rodrigues and owned by Samuel Vallery. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several ways to cover both short-term rehabilitation and long-term skilled nursing care. Since opening 8 years ago, the community has maintained an occupancy rate of about 57%. Residents stay for an average of 43 days.

Residents receive an average of 4 hours and 22 minutes of daily nurse staffing. This includes 30 minutes from registered nurses, 2 hours and 43 minutes from nurse aides, and 1 hour and 16 minutes from licensed practical nurses or licensed vocational nurses. The mix of staff provides consistent hands-on care and clinical oversight for residents recovering from acute health conditions or managing chronic conditions in a structured setting.

Concerns regarding infection control practices, care plan documentation, Medicare compliance, and food safety and nutrition have been raised in state inspections. These are important clinical and operational areas that families might want to discuss during a tour.

Located in a car-dependent area with a Walk Score of 10, the neighborhood has limited walkability. Visiting family members will need a vehicle to get to the home, but the surrounding area is quiet and residential.

Contact The Springs of Chenal

Overview of The Springs of Hillcrest

Located in Prescott, Arkansas, The Springs of Hillcrest is a nursing home operated by Hillcrest Healthcare LLC. The 90-bed community is owned by Ginger Turner and administered by Misty Applegate. Families can choose from Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay to cover both short-term rehabilitation and long-term skilled nursing care.

The community has a strong occupancy rate of 91%. Residents stay for an average of 167 days. There’s a good mix of people recovering after a hospital stay and those who need longer-term nursing care. Nurse staffing averages 4 hours and 15 minutes per resident daily. This includes 2 hours and 21 minutes from nurse aides, 53 minutes from licensed practical nurses, and 19 minutes from registered nurses. The mix of staffing provides both skilled clinical oversight and hands-on personal support throughout the day.

The community is on a street with a Walk Score of 40. Some errands are walkable, but most trips require transportation. Visiting families will find the Prescott area accessible for regular visits. The strong occupancy and stable average length of stay in the community suggest that residents and families have confidence in the care and setting it provides.

Contact The Springs of Hillcrest

Overview of Harris Health and Rehab

Osceola, Arkansas is home to Harris Health and Rehab, a 91-bed nursing facility on South Carthon Drive managed by administrator Alex Bounds alongside CHC Harris Healthcare, LLC. The building currently runs at a 63 percent occupancy rate, leaving open rooms for immediate placements. Residents stay here for an average of 255 days, a timeline showing that the daily operation divides its time between long-term residential care and short-term post-hospital therapy. For billing, the front desk takes standard private pay, traditional Medicare, and state Medicaid.

Daily clinical needs are covered by a 24-hour nursing team that logs an average of 4 hours and 18 minutes of hands-on attention per resident every day. This combined crew of registered nurses, practical nurses, and assistants handles physical therapy routines, temporary respite stays, medical appointment transportation, and coordinates with an on-staff doctor.

The building also provides hospice and palliative care options for end-of-life needs, while the surrounding neighborhood is moderately walkable, allowing visitors to run a few basic errands on foot.

Interested individuals can call the main desk to see if there are open beds or to ask about the admissions process. The administrative team can also walk you through how they have adjusted daily routines following recent state safety audits, which previously flagged compliance issues at the facility regarding care planning implementation and safety systems management.

Contact Harris Health and Rehab

Overview of The Springs of Harrison Health & Rehabilitation

Owned by Cathy Abatangle, The Springs of Harrison Health & Rehabilitation is a 40-bed nursing home located on Orendorff in Harrison, Arkansas. Families can choose from Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay to cover the cost of care.

Nurse staffing averages 4 hours and 19 minutes per resident daily. This includes registered nurse coverage and dedicated support from nurse aides. This level of staffing reflects the community’s commitment to providing direct, hands-on nursing care each day.

Residents stay for an average of 106 days. The population is a mix of people recovering after a hospital stay and those who need longer-term skilled nursing care. This combination is common in communities that provide both short-term rehabilitation and ongoing nursing support.

The community has a Walk Score of 49, making the neighborhood somewhat walkable. Some errands can be completed on foot, but most trips require a car. The residential setting offers a quieter environment. Family members traveling from out of town will find the location easy to reach by Harrison’s main roads.

Families interested in learning more about the community’s amenities, programs, dining, and daily activities should schedule an in-person tour. Visiting the community is the best way to get a complete picture of what it offers.

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.

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

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
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Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

  • Includes
  • Overall Rating
  • Health Inspection
  • QM Rating
  • Long-Stay QM
  • Short-Stay QM
02

Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

  • Includes
  • Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
  • RN vs State
  • Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
  • RN Turnover
03

Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • Citations
  • Citations/Inspection
  • Severe Citations
  • Fines
  • Accreditations
04

Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy vs State
  • Avg Length of Stay
  • Revenue
  • Payroll %
  • Years in Operation
  • Admin Tenure
05

Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • BBB Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Arkansas

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Arkansas?

Assisted living in Arkansas is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Arkansas Medicaid cover nursing home care?

Yes — Arkansas Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.

What is nursing home care?

Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.

How many nursing homes are listed on this page?

This page features 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.