What government services provide money for senior housing?

Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview: Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement. Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay. Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation. Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program. State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options. Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities. Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.

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Do you help families that need Medicaid?

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Atkins Nursing and Rehabilitation Center | Nursing Home in Arkansas

Overview of Atkins Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Atkins Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is located in Atkins, Arkansas. It offers short-term rehabilitation, long-term care services, and respite services in a serene and relaxing atmosphere. The facility features a unique open floor plan with distinct neighborhoods and secure outdoor patios.

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 90

90-bed community

A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

About this community

Facility TypeSkilled Nursing Facility With Dual Certified Beds (medicaid/medicare)

CountyPope

Certification TypeXIX/XVIII

Atkins Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is administrated by Cynthia Jayroe.

Owner NameAtkins Care Center, Inc.

Profit StatusCorporation

Rehabilitation Services

Respite Care

Short-Term Rehab

Short-Term Rehabilitation

Fax479-641-1285

Specific ProgramsRehabilitation, Long Term Care, Frequently Asked Questions, Photo Gallery, Schedule a Tour, Contact Us

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5 facilities compared · CMS & AR Dept. of Health data · Updated Apr 2026

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Ash Flat Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Ash Flat	105	54.3%	-24%	4.87				+1%	+4%	0	18	6.0	0	53	-	-	French, Misty	$6.3M	$2.1M	33.6%	45155
Alma Nursing and Rehab, LLC		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Alma	80	93.6%	+31%	4.96				-40%	+6%	0	10	3.3	0	69	-	-	George-Fort, Debra	$11.6M	$3.3M	28.2%	45370
Alcoa Pines Health and Rehabilitation		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Benton	120	65.4%	-8%	4.54				-22%	-3%	2	25	3.6	1	91	A+	-	Edala, Arpana	$11.7M	$3.7M	31.5%	45408
Atkins Nursing and Rehabilitation Center	-	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Atkins	90	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	0	0	0.0	0	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Arbor Oaks Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center	-	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Malvern	94	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	0	0	0.0	0	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-

Ash Flat Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center

Overall Rating:

Type of care: NH AL

Community: Ash Flat

Bed Count: 105

Occupancy: 54.3%

Occupancy vs State Avg: -24%

Nurse hrs per resident/day: 4.9

Health Insp Rating:

Staffing Rating:

QM Rating:

+1%

Staffing vs State Avg: +4%

Citations: 18

Citations per Inspection: 6.0

Avg Residents/Day: 52.90

Operator: French, Misty

Home Revenue: $6,285,225.00

Payroll Costs: $2,112,665.00

Payroll %: 33.6%

CCN: 45155

Alma Nursing and Rehab, LLC

Overall Rating:

Type of care: NH AL

Community: Alma

Bed Count: 80

Occupancy: 93.6%

Occupancy vs State Avg: +31%

Nurse hrs per resident/day: 5.0

Health Insp Rating:

Staffing Rating:

QM Rating:

-40%

Staffing vs State Avg: +6%

Citations: 10

Citations per Inspection: 3.3

Avg Residents/Day: 68.60

Operator: George-Fort, Debra

Home Revenue: $11,585,302.00

Payroll Costs: $3,270,741.00

Payroll %: 28.2%

CCN: 45370

Alcoa Pines Health and Rehabilitation

Overall Rating:

Type of care: NH AL

Community: Benton

Bed Count: 120

Occupancy: 65.4%

Occupancy vs State Avg: -8%

Nurse hrs per resident/day: 4.5

Health Insp Rating:

Staffing Rating:

QM Rating:

-22%

Staffing vs State Avg: -3%

Number of Fines: 2

Citations: 25

Citations per Inspection: 3.6

Severe Citations: 1

Avg Residents/Day: 90.50

Operator: Edala, Arpana

Home Revenue: $11,733,416.00

Payroll Costs: $3,690,890.00

Payroll %: 31.5%

CCN: 45408

Atkins Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Type of care: NH AL

Community: Atkins

Bed Count: 90

Citations per Inspection: 0.0

Arbor Oaks Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center

Type of care: NH AL

Community: Malvern

Bed Count: 94

Citations per Inspection: 0.0

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ARChoices

Arkansas Medicaid ARChoices

Age 65+ or 21+ with disability

General Arkansas resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Rural focus; possible waitlists.

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Meals ($7/meal) Respite care (240 hours/year) Adult day services ($60/day)

Choices in Living Resource Center

Arkansas Choices in Living

Age 60+

General Arkansas resident.

Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.

Asset Limits Not applicable.

Limited direct funding; mostly referral-based.

Benefits

Care coordination Limited respite (up to 5 days/year) Transportation assistance (~5 trips/month)

Living Choices Assisted Living Waiver

Arkansas Medicaid Living Choices Assisted Living Waiver

Age 65+

General Arkansas resident, requires nursing home-level care, lives in a Level II assisted living facility.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple); spousal rules apply.

Limited provider network; excludes Level I facilities (no nursing services).

Benefits

Personal care (~5 hours/day) Medication management Nursing Activities Transportation

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Arkansas Medicaid PACE

Age 55+

General Arkansas resident, nursing home-level care, safe with PACE support.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Limited geographic availability.

Benefits

Primary/preventive care Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Meals Transportation Therapy

Arkansas State Plan Personal Care

Arkansas Medicaid Personal Care Program

Age —

General Any age, Arkansas resident, needs ADL/IADL help, Medicaid-eligible.

Income Limits (2025) ~$1,004/month individual

Asset Limits $9,660 (individual), $14,470 (couple).

No nursing home-level care requirement.

Benefits

Personal care (~4-6 hours/day) Homemaker services (e.g., meal prep)

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Arkansas SCSEP (federally funded, state-administered)

Age 55+

General unemployed, low-income, Arkansas resident.

Income Limits (2025) ~$1,983/month 125% FPL

Asset Limits Not specified.

Priority for veterans, rural residents.

Benefits

Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour) Job placement

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