Mix of rehab and long-term care
This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.

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Good Shepherd Nursing and Rehabilitation Center has truly mastered the art of creating a pleasant and carefree living experience for its cherished residents. They offer a range of specialized services, including long-term care, respite care, and short-term rehabilitation, ensuring that each resident receives the individualized attention they deserve. Their state-of-the-art rehabilitation gym is equipped with the latest advancements, ensuring that residents receive the best possible therapy to regain their strength and independence. And with physician services available round the clock, you can have peace of mind knowing that expert medical attention is always just a stone’s throw away.
The entire facility is wheelchair accessible, making it a breeze to navigate for residents with mobility challenges. They offer an array of social services, daily activities, and engaging events that cater to residents’ interests and passions. Whether it’s art classes, music therapy, or lively social gatherings, there’s always something exciting happening to keep spirits high. Good Shepherd also takes great pride in offering a dining experience that’s nothing short of extraordinary. From delectable gourmet creations to comforting home-style favorites, every meal is a feast for the senses.
Occupancy between 85% and 95% suggests balanced demand.
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Manages medical care and health needs.
No contractors work on this role.
Assists with medical care and medications.
No contractors work on this role.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
No contractors work on this role.
Total hours from contractors
1,827 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 70 | 0 | 70 | 18,549 | 92 | 100% | 7.4 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 25 | 0 | 25 | 8,696 | 92 | 100% | 8 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,279 | 65 | 71% | 7.6 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 4 | 1 | 5 | 823 | 86 | 93% | 8 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 2 | 0 | 2 | 572 | 66 | 72% | 8 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 1 | 2 | 541 | 61 | 66% | 8.2 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 520 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 520 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 493 | 65 | 71% | 7.6 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 3 | 3 | 471 | 65 | 71% | 7.2 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 470 | 63 | 68% | 7.5 |
| Registered Nurse | 3 | 0 | 3 | 448 | 38 | 41% | 11.2 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 4 | 0 | 4 | 379 | 48 | 52% | 6.9 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 3 | 3 | 353 | 62 | 67% | 5.6 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 1 | 1 | 334 | 59 | 64% | 5.7 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 6 | 6 | 80 | 30 | 33% | 2.5 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 6 | 6 | 49 | 28 | 30% | 1.8 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 23 | 3 | 3% | 7.5 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 12 | 3 | 3% | 4 |
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
41% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
54% of new residents, often for short stays.
6% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Historical financial and operational data for Good Shepherd Nursing and Rehabilitation Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.
7.4 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Little Rock's city center to Good Shepherd Nursing and Rehabilitation Center's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 0.95 miles to nearest hospital (Arkansas Heart Hospital)
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Good Shepherd Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is located in Little Rock, Arkansas.
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The information below is reported by the Arkansas Department of Human Services, Office of Long Term Care.
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Good Shepherd Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is in the John Barrow neighborhood.
Good Shepherd Nursing and Rehabilitation Center has a walk score of 1. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
(501) 217-9774 will put you in contact with the team at Good Shepherd Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.
Yes — Good Shepherd Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.
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