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David E. Puryear Center
Memory Care & Assisted Living · Farmington, AR
Logo of the David E. Puryear Center Common area with seating and lamps in the facility Common area with seating and television Interior view of a welcoming common area with seating Residents enjoying a day at a sports event Residents enjoying a meal outdoors at a picnic table Children wearing colorful masks during an activity Group of staff and residents in front of facility van

David E. Puryear Center

Memory Care & Assisted Living · Farmington, AR
2806 Fox Meadow Ln, Jonesboro, AR 72404 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
David E. Puryear Center accepts Medicaid.
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Overview of David E. Puryear Center

David E. Puryear Center, Inc. is an Assisted Living facility in Jonesboro, Arkansas dedicated to providing a warm and nurturing environment for elderly residents. This assisted living community is staffed by a dedicated and compassionate team committed to providing the highest level of senior care services. 

Fully licensed, David E. Puryear Center offers personalized care tailored to meet the unique needs of its residents, ensuring they receive the right level of support for their individual requirements. With a focus on maintaining independence while assisting with activities of daily living, the center’s personalized approach offers case services to seniors who value both their autonomy and supportive care. 

(870) 932-0200
(870) 932-0200

Managed by Dr. Lynn Cooper

Executive Director

Dr. Lynn Cooper serves as the Executive Director at the David E. Puryear Center. She leads the community with a focus on providing quality care and support to residents, ensuring the center operates smoothly and meets its mission.

This home is administrated by Tijuana Smith.

Bed community size
10-bed community
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 21 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeIntermediate Care Facility For The Mentally Retarded
CountyCraighead
Business TypeCorporation – Non Profit
Certification TypeXIX

Ownership & Operating Entity

David E. Puryear Center is legally operated by The Learning Center of Northeast Arkansas, Inc., and administrated by Tijuana Smith.

Type Of Units

Medicaid
10 units
Total beds
10 units

Payment & Insurance

1 service
Accept Medicaid

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Fax870-931-3818

Additional Policies & Features

Minimum Age18

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsDevelopmental Services, Adult Development, Applied Behavior Analysis, Autism Screening, Outpatient Pediatric Therapy Services, Diagnostic & Resource Center, The Academy, EIDT/Preschool

Types of Care at David E. Puryear Center

Assisted Living

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Address 291.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Jonesboro's city center to David E. Puryear Center's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.77 miles to nearest hospital (Lice Clinics of America - Jonesboro)

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Memory Care in Arkansas

David E. Puryear Center is located in Jonesboro, 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 David E. Puryear Center

Who is the owner of David E. Puryear Center?

The legal owner and operator of David E. Puryear Center is The Learning Center of Northeast Arkansas, Inc..

Is David E. Puryear Center in a walkable area?

David E. Puryear Center has a walk score of 21. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

Who is the administrator of David E. Puryear Center?

Tijuana Smith is the administrator of David E. Puryear Center.

How many beds does David E. Puryear Center have?

David E. Puryear Center has 10 beds.

Are there photos of David E. Puryear Center?

Yes — there are 4 photos of David E. Puryear Center in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the phone number of David E. Puryear Center?

(870) 932-0200 will put you in contact with the team at David E. Puryear Center.

What county is David E. Puryear Center located in?

David E. Puryear Center is in Craighead County.

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