Brownwood Life Care Center, Inc.

Overview of Brownwood Life Care Center

Operated by Brownwood Life Care Center, Inc., Brownwood Life Care Center is a 50-bed nursing home on Wells Lake Road in Fort Smith, Arkansas. For residents recuperating from illness or injury, the home provides nursing care and offers rehabilitation services. Families will want to plan for easy driving access when visiting the car-dependent setting.

The community highlights engagement through community activities. Residents join outings and special events throughout Fort Smith and the surrounding area, including trips to the mall, the state fair, and concerts. Such activities supply entertainment and opportunities for residents to stay connected to the wider community.

An in-person tour by families considering Brownwood Life Care Center is the best way to learn about the available care services, daily programming, and residential accommodations.

Bed community size
50-bed community Rank #253 / 331Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 253rd out of 331 homes in Arkansas for Bed Count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Arkansas facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Arkansas that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 0 / 100 Rank #402 / 416Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 402nd out of 416 homes in Arkansas for Walk Score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Arkansas facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Arkansas that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeIntermediate Care Facility For Individuals With Developmental Or Intellectual Disabilities
CountySebastian
Certification TypeMedicaid

Ownership & Operating Entity

Brownwood Life Care Center, Inc. is legally operated by Brownwood Life Care Center, Inc., and administered by Deanna Fears.

Owner NameBrownwood Life Care Center, Inc
Profit StatusCorporation

Type Of Units

Medicaid
50 units
Total beds
50 units

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Contact Information

Fax479-785-0853

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed
Admission CriteriaChildren and young adults with severe to profound mental retardation, physical handicaps, and severe debilitating medical conditions.

Amenities & Lifestyle

Activitiesoutings, special events, trips to the mall, state fair, concerts

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Address 8.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Fort Smith's city center to Brownwood Life Care Center, Inc.'s address, calculated via Google Maps.

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CMS & AR Dept. of Health data

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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Arkansas

Brownwood Life Care Center, Inc. is located in Fort Smith, Arkansas.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Arkansas.

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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).
AR

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.
AR

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.
AR

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).
AR

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).
AR

No nursing home-level care requirement.

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Brownwood Life Care Center, Inc.

Are pets allowed at Brownwood Life Care Center, Inc.?

No, Brownwood Life Care Center, Inc. has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Brownwood Life Care Center, Inc.?

Deanna Fears is the administrator of Brownwood Life Care Center, Inc..

How many beds does Brownwood Life Care Center, Inc. have?

Brownwood Life Care Center, Inc. has 50 beds.

Are there photos of Brownwood Life Care Center, Inc.?

Yes — there are 3 photos of Brownwood Life Care Center, Inc. in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Brownwood Life Care Center, Inc.?

Brownwood Life Care Center, Inc. is located at 7500 Wells Lake Road, Fort Smith, AR 72916.

What is the phone number of Brownwood Life Care Center, Inc.?

(479) 785-2273 will put you in contact with the team at Brownwood Life Care Center, Inc..

What county is Brownwood Life Care Center, Inc. located in?

Brownwood Life Care Center, Inc. is in Sebastian County.

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