Page 2 of Best Nursing Homes in Little Rock, AR

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 15 nursing homes in Little Rock, AR using CMS data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in AR
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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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.
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.
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 Blossoms at Midtown Rehab & Nursing Center ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆
NH
HOS
MC
PC
RC
SNF
Little Rock (Hillcrest)
154
Facility 154
AR AVG 106
Rank #7 / 206
C+
52.6%
Facility 52.6%
AR AVG 67.9%
Rank #134 / 166
-23%
3.52
Facility 3.52
AR AVG 4.70
Rank #181 / 184
★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ +72%-25%
$0
Facility $0
AR AVG $29.3k
Rank #1 / 186
26
Facility 26
AR AVG 18.4
Rank #155 / 185
4.3
Facility 4.3
AR AVG 5.1
Rank #77 / 185
-81A-
63
Facility 63
AR AVG 38
Rank #22 / 203
West Markham Street Operating LLC
$11.9MFiscal year ending 06/2025
Facility $11.9MFiscal year ending 06/2025
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #27 / 175
$4.8MFiscal year ending 06/2025
Facility $4.8MFiscal year ending 06/2025
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #38 / 175
40.2%Fiscal year ending 06/2025
Facility 40.2%Fiscal year ending 06/2025
AR AVG 46%
Rank #133 / 175
45450
The Blossoms at Cumberland Rehab and Nursing Center ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆
NH
Little Rock (Big Rock Township)
120
Facility 120
AR AVG 106
Rank #57 / 206
F
56.7%
Facility 56.7%
AR AVG 67.9%
Rank #126 / 166
-17%
4.64
Facility 4.64
AR AVG 4.70
Rank #87 / 184
★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ -50%-1%
$37.4k
Facility $37.4k
AR AVG $29.3k
Rank #173 / 186
34
Facility 34
AR AVG 18.4
Rank #175 / 185
4.9
Facility 4.9
AR AVG 5.1
Rank #103 / 185
268-
60
Facility 60
AR AVG 38
Rank #30 / 203
Cumberland Street Operating LLC
$7.6MFiscal year ending 06/2025
Facility $7.6MFiscal year ending 06/2025
AR AVG $9.1M
Rank #113 / 175
$2.5MFiscal year ending 06/2025
Facility $2.5MFiscal year ending 06/2025
AR AVG $4.1M
Rank #168 / 175
32.3%Fiscal year ending 06/2025
Facility 32.3%Fiscal year ending 06/2025
AR AVG 46%
Rank #175 / 175
45359

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each nursing home is ranked against every other AR nursing home we track that reports that metric, not just the 15 analyzed for Little Rock. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of The Blossoms at Midtown Rehab & Nursing Center

At The Blossoms at Midtown Rehab & Nursing Center, their primary focus is on enriching the lives of residents and nurturing their well-being daily. With round-the-clock skilled nursing care, they offer constant support and attention, ensuring that residents feel safe and comfortable at all times. Their commitment extends to palliative care, where they prioritize the comfort and dignity of individuals going through challenging circumstances. In addition, they provide specialized care for tracheostomy, post-orthopedic surgery rehab, stroke rehabilitation, and memory care, catering to specific needs with expertise and empathy.
Beyond exceptional care, The Blossoms offers a range of amenities to enhance residents’ experience. The facility boasts a modern and fully equipped gym, where residents can engage in physical activities that promote their overall health and vitality. Vending machines provide convenient access to refreshments, while complimentary Wi-Fi keeps residents connected with their loved ones and the wider world. Housekeeping and laundry services ensure a clean and comfortable living environment, allowing residents to focus on what truly matters. Outdoor balconies and inviting seating areas also provide peaceful spaces where residents can relax and enjoy each other’s company.

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Overview of The Blossoms at Cumberland Rehab and Nursing Center

The Blossoms at Cumberland Rehab and Nursing Center provides long-term care and recovery-focused rehabilitation in the Big Rock Township area of Little Rock, Arkansas. On-site services assist residents with personal daily care while structured therapy aims to rebuild or maintain physical capabilities.

Cumberland Street Operating handles daily community operations under administrator Stacey Luster. Designed for up to 120 residents, the facility logs an average of 4 hours and 38 minutes of total daily nursing time per resident. Financial coverage accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private payment.

Prospective individuals seeking rehabilitation or ongoing nursing options in Little Rock can reach out to The Blossoms at Cumberland Rehab and Nursing Center to verify current openings or inquire about the admission process.

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Overview of The Springs of Pinnacle Mountain

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

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

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

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Overview of Parkway Health Center

Parkway Health Center is a nursing home in Little Rock, AR, offering nursing care for residents who need nursing attention as part of daily life. Staff are available around the clock. The community has 105 beds and is administered by Tina To.

Rehabilitation services support residents working to regain function. Respite care and short-term rehabilitation can help someone during recovery or give a usual caregiver time away. A secure, landscaped outdoor courtyard provides an enclosed place to spend time outside. Parkway Health Center may be a good fit for a resident who needs ongoing nursing care or a family seeking a short-term care option.

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Hospice Home Care

2200 S Bowman Rd C, Little Rock, AR 72211
Overview of Hospice Home Care

Hospice Home Care is listed in this nursing home guide as an option in Little Rock, AR. Its primary service is home care; it also offers hospice care, palliative care, and respite care.

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Rankings on this page follow the same method as page 1: see how we rank these nursing homes.

Nursing Homes in Little Rock at a glance

Avg Overall CMS Rating: 3.4/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Little Rock, 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: 2.9/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Little Rock, 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: 3.0/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Little Rock, 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