Encore at West Little Rock

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Overview of Encore at West Little Rock

For over two decades, Encore at West Little Rock has remained a beacon of excellence, catering to the diverse needs of the senior community in Arkansas. With a holistic approach, they offer a comprehensive range of long-term care and short-term rehabilitation services. Their dedicated team of professionals is available round-the-clock, equipped with advanced medical resources to meet any healthcare needs. Whether it’s providing exceptional post-hospital or post-surgical care, their expertise shines through, fostering a nurturing environment that promotes healing and well-being. 
With personalized therapeutic approaches and specialized dietary considerations, residents receive the utmost care tailored to their requirements. From immersive culinary experiences to embracing the wonders of technology, residents are encouraged to explore their passions and embark on new adventures. The therapeutic power of pet companionship is harnessed as well, infusing warmth and companionship into everyday life. As a Medicare-approved institution, Encore’s commitment to excellence is undeniable.

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
5/5
Arkansas average: 3.1/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
4/5
Arkansas average: 2.9/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
4/5
Arkansas average: 3.2/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
5/5
Arkansas average: 3.7/5

Nursing care per resident

Info Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
4h 16m per day

This home provides 9% less nursing time per resident than the state average.

Arkansas average: 4h 40m per day

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 97

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Arkansas average
Occupancy rate 75.4%
Residents per day (avg) 74
Occupancy rate
75.4%
Residents per day (avg)
74

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Primarily short stays

Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.

Might be optimal for
Post-acute recovery Temporary care Transitional stays

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

20% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

69% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 2 - 3 months

Medicaid

11% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 4 - 5 years

Finances and operations

Proprietary home
Other
Home revenue
$8.1M
Operating loss
-$515.1K
Proprietary home Other
Home revenue
$8,103,810.00
Operating loss
$-515,074.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$4.0M
49.6% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$4.6M
Total costs $8.6M
Walk Score
Walk Score: 51 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Types of Care at Encore at West Little Rock

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MC

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Address 8.3 miles from city center — 0.11 miles to nearest hospital (Physical Therapy Institute-West Little Rock)

Address 12111 Hinson Rd, Little Rock, AR 72212

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

115
Total Staff
97
Employees
18
Contractors
29,032
Total Hours (Quarter)
40
Avg Staff/Day
8
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse99.6 No
Licensed Practical Nurse159.2 No
Certified Nursing Assistant567.8 No
Staff by Category
Administration
2 staff
7.2hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
83 staff
8.2hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
14 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Therapy Services
13 staff
5.6hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services
1 staff
4hs shift avg
Dietary Services
1 staff
8.1hs shift avg
Other Services
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
5.7%
of total hours from contractors
1,664 contractor hours this quarter
Qualified Social Worker: 1 Clinical Nurse Specialist: 3 Physical Therapy Aide: 2 Speech Language Pathologist: 2 Medical Director: 1 Physical Therapy Assistant: 4 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 3 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant5605616,67891100%7.8
Licensed Practical Nurse150154,79591100%9.2
Registered Nurse9091,5328593%9.6
Clinical Nurse Specialist73101,4408998%7.8
RN Director of Nursing2027326369%7.1
Medication Aide/Technician1016316066%10.5
Nurse Practitioner4045516571%8.2
Administrator1015126470%8
Dietitian1015016268%8.1
Mental Health Service Worker1014776066%8
Physical Therapy Assistant0444476571%6.9
Speech Language Pathologist0224096470%6.4
Qualified Social Worker0112386066%4
Medical Director011321213%2.7
Respiratory Therapy Technician033212224%0.9
Physical Therapy Aide0221944%3.7
Occupational Therapy Aide0111133%3.5
Occupational Therapy Assistant011833%2.7

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 9

Arkansas average 4.2


Last Health inspection on Apr 2025

Total health citations 22
Citations per inspection
2.44

Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

14 of 22 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 8 of 22 resulted from complaint investigations.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than Arkansas average

Arkansas average: 0.4


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than Arkansas average

Arkansas average: 0.2

0 critical citations More info Arkansas average: 0.4

0 serious citations More info Arkansas average: 0.2

20 moderate citations More info Arkansas average: 20.9

2 minor citations More info Arkansas average: 0.4
Citations history (last 3 years)
Pharmacy moderate citation Apr 24, 2025
Corrected

Environmental moderate citation Feb 08, 2024
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Feb 08, 2024
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Feb 08, 2024
Corrected

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Ownership: For-Profit LLC
Part of: Southern Administrative Services
Resident Census by Payment Source
71 Total Residents
Medicare 3 (4.2%)
Medicaid 50 (70.4%)
Private Pay/Other 18 (25.4%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Family Engagement

Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 3.0
62% better than Arkansas average

Arkansas average: 7.7

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 4.8
64% better than Arkansas average

Arkansas average: 13.3

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 4.3%
63% better than Arkansas average

Arkansas average: 11.5%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 6.8%
49% better than Arkansas average

Arkansas average: 13.4%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 3.2%
79% better than Arkansas average

Arkansas average: 15.1%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 2.2%
44% better than Arkansas average

Arkansas average: 3.9%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 1.4%
70% better than Arkansas average

Arkansas average: 4.7%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.0%
100% better than Arkansas average

Arkansas average: 1.3%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 0.0%
100% better than Arkansas average

Arkansas average: 5.0%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 0.0%
100% better than Arkansas average

Arkansas average: 1.5%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 9.1%
13% better than Arkansas average

Arkansas average: 10.5%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 99.6%
5% better than Arkansas average

Arkansas average: 94.4%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
In line with Arkansas average

Arkansas average: 96.2%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 89.3%
10% better than Arkansas average

Arkansas average: 80.9%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.0%
100% better than Arkansas average

Arkansas average: 1.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 93.9%
21% better than Arkansas average

Arkansas average: 77.7%

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ARChoices

Arkansas Medicaid ARChoices

Age 65+ or 21+ with disability, Arkansas resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

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

Rural focus; possible waitlists.

Choices in Living Resource Center

Arkansas Choices in Living

Age 60+, Arkansas resident.

No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.

Not applicable.

Limited direct funding; mostly referral-based.

Living Choices Assisted Living Waiver

Arkansas Medicaid Living Choices Assisted Living Waiver

Age 65+, Arkansas resident, requires nursing home-level care, lives in a Level II assisted living facility.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

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

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

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

Arkansas Medicaid PACE

Age 55+, Arkansas resident, nursing home-level care, safe with PACE support.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR).

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

Limited geographic availability.

Arkansas State Plan Personal Care

Arkansas Medicaid Personal Care Program

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

~$1,004/month (individual).

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

No nursing home-level care requirement.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Arkansas SCSEP (federally funded, state-administered)

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Arkansas resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Not specified.

Priority for veterans, rural residents.

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