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Best Nursing Homes in Harrison, AR

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 4 nursing homes in Harrison, AR using Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (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: 4.0/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Harrison, AR. 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: 4.5/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Harrison, AR. 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: 4.5/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Harrison, AR. 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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The information below is reported by the Arkansas Department of Human Services, Office of Long Term Care.

CMS & AR Dept. of Health data

Hillcrest Home
NH
SNF
Harrison
110
Facility 110
AR AVG 84
Rank #92 / 331
79.1%
Facility 79.1%
AR AVG 65.9
Rank #50 / 167
+20%
5.97
Facility 5.97
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #18 / 191
+72%+28%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #1 / 196
7
Facility 7
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #8 / 195
1.8
Facility 1.8
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #3 / 195
-87-
24
Facility 24
AR AVG 34
Rank #266 / 416
Miss Ion Interests Committee Inc
$11.9MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $11.9MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG $9.4M
Rank #33 / 189
$7.7MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $7.7MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG $3.4M
Rank #4 / 189
65.2%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 65.2%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG 37.9%
Rank #18 / 189
45441
The Springs of Harrison Health & Rehabilitation
NH
HOS
MC
PC
SNF
Harrison
40
Facility 40
AR AVG 84
Rank #268 / 331
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4.31
Facility 4.31
AR AVG 4.67
Rank #130 / 191
-8%-8%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $27.3k
Rank #1 / 196
12
Facility 12
AR AVG 21.8
Rank #26 / 195
4.0
Facility 4.0
AR AVG 5.3
Rank #46 / 195
-41-
49
Facility 49
AR AVG 34
Rank #105 / 416
Cathy Abatangle
$6.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $6.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG $9.4M
Rank #161 / 189
$2.7MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $2.7MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG $3.4M
Rank #164 / 189
41%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 41%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
AR AVG 37.9%
Rank #80 / 189
45197
Overview of Hillcrest Home

Hillcrest Home offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere where residents and staff are encouraged to create friendships and build a mutual level of trust. Specializing in skilled nursing care and rehabilitative services, the nursing home aims to enhance the quality of life for its residents by ensuring that seniors can satisfy their holistic wellness.

Hillcrest Home ensures that its residents maintain their independence. The results-driven community is committed to delivering quality care for its medical services, such as stroke recovery, cardiac rehabilitation, wound care, pulmonary impairment, and post-surgery recovery.

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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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Overview of Harrison Retirement Center

Established over three decades ago, Harrison Retirement Center is a 70-bed nursing home in Harrison, Arkansas. The facility on Harness Street stands in a really walkable neighborhood where most errands can be done on foot, so it’s convenient for residents and visiting family members.

The center has 24-hour staffing and delivers rehabilitation services and home health programming, which provides support for residents recovering from illness or injury and those requiring active nursing care. The community welcomes pets, so the role that companion animals play in daily life and emotional wellbeing is acknowledged. Everyday amenities cover a fitness center for residents wanting to stay active, and the dining program serves three meals per day in a restaurant-style setting. More support services like housekeeping and laundry exist for residents and their families.

For families thinking of choosing Harrison Retirement Center, an on-site tour is the best way to understand the environment, meet staff, and learn how the facility’s programs and services align with a loved one’s care needs.

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Overview of The Springs of Mount Vista

Located at 202 Tims Ave in Harrison, Arkansas, The Springs of Mount Vista is a 154-bed skilled nursing home operated by Mount Vista Healthcare LLC. The community is owned and administered by Susanne Brown. Families can choose from Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay to cover both short-term rehabilitation and long-term nursing care.

The community currently has 73 residents, with an occupancy rate of 47%. Residents stay for an average of 78 days, which is a mix of short-term rehabilitation and ongoing nursing care. Residents receive an average of 4 hours and 3 minutes of daily nurse staffing. This includes 27 minutes from registered nurses, 2 hours and 16 minutes from nurse aides, and 48 minutes from licensed practical nurses or licensed vocational nurses.

The community has a Walk Score of 48, making the area moderately walkable. Some nearby services can be reached on foot, but most trips require transportation. This setting may suit families who can easily drive for visits and appointments.

State inspections have focused on care planning, medication and infection control practices, and the accuracy of clinical documentation. These are important areas for families to review when learning about the community’s daily operations.

Families considering The Springs of Mount Vista should schedule a tour. Visiting the community can provide a better understanding of its current operations, staffing, and available services.

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

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

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

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Care Quality 35%

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

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

Staffing Adequacy 20%

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

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

Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

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

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

Operational & Financial Stability 20%

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

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

Environment & Accessibility 5%

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

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • BBB Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Harrison, AR

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 4 nursing homes in Harrison, AR. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Harrison, AR?

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 Harrison, AR, 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 Harrison, AR?

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.