Hope‘s Creek Retirement Living
Memory Care & Assisted Living · Fort Smith, AR

Hope‘s Creek Retirement Living

Memory Care & Assisted Living · Fort Smith, AR
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Hope‘s Creek Retirement Living accepts Medicaid.

Overview of Hope‘s Creek Retirement Living

Welcome to Hope‘s Creek Retirement Living an exceptional assisted living community with memory care services located in Fort Smith, Arkansas. The staff at Hope’s Creek is dedicated to providing relationship-based care, taking the time to understand the unique needs and preferences of each senior resident. With a focus on safety and security, the community offers 24-hour security and emergency response systems to ensure peace of mind for residents and their families.

Hope’s Creek, Inc. is known for its exceptional comfort and personalized care. The community takes pride in serving home-style meals three times a day, using fresh ingredients, in a restaurant-like atmosphere. The facility is thoughtfully designed to create a welcoming and close-knit environment, with features such as one and two-bedroom apartments, spacious living areas, extra-wide hallways, an easy-to-navigate floor plan, large common areas, and multiple covered patios. These amenities provide residents with ample space to socialize and relax while enjoying the comforts of home. 

Types of Care at Hope‘s Creek Retirement Living

Assisted Living Memory Care
Bed community size
118-bed community Rank #76 / 330Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 76th out of 330 homes in Arkansas. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Arkansas SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 52 / 100 Rank #93 / 419Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 93rd out of 419 homes in Arkansas. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Arkansas SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility Level Ii
CountyCrawford
Business TypeCorporation
Certification TypeMedicaid Waiver

Ownership & Operating Entity

Hope‘s Creek Retirement Living is administrated by Misty Lewis.

Type Of Units

Private Pay
118 units
Total beds
118 units

Payment & Insurance

1 service
Accept Medicaid

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Fax479-471-1063

Additional Policies & Features

Admission CriteriaA pre-screen assessment is required to place your name on the list for an apartment.

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsTransportation to and from physician appointments, a full wide-range activity program.

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionDelicious and nutritious meals are provided.

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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Two-story

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Address 8.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Van Buren's city center to Hope‘s Creek Retirement Living's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 2.79 miles to nearest hospital (Baptist Health-Van Buren)

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Memory Care in Arkansas

Hope‘s Creek Retirement Living is located in Van Buren, 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).
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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.
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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.
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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).
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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).
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No nursing home-level care requirement.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Hope‘s Creek Retirement Living

What neighborhood is Hope‘s Creek Retirement Living in?

Hope‘s Creek Retirement Living is in the Van Buren neighborhood of Van Buren.

Is Hope‘s Creek Retirement Living in a walkable area?

Hope‘s Creek Retirement Living has a walk score of 52. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Who is the administrator of Hope‘s Creek Retirement Living?

Misty Lewis is the administrator of Hope‘s Creek Retirement Living.

How many beds does Hope‘s Creek Retirement Living have?

Hope‘s Creek Retirement Living has 118 beds.

Are there photos of Hope‘s Creek Retirement Living?

Yes — there are 3 photos of Hope‘s Creek Retirement Living in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the phone number of Hope‘s Creek Retirement Living?

(479) 471-1900 will put you in contact with the team at Hope‘s Creek Retirement Living.

What county is Hope‘s Creek Retirement Living located in?

Hope‘s Creek Retirement Living is in Crawford County.

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