Question 1

How many senior care facilities are in Arkansas?

Accepted Answer

There are 712 senior care communities listed in Arkansas (AR) across 616 cities. These include nursing homes, assisted living communities, memory care facilities, and other senior care options.

Question 2

What types of senior care are available in Arkansas?

Accepted Answer

Arkansas offers a range of senior care options including skilled nursing facilities (nursing homes) for those who need 24/7 medical supervision, assisted living communities for older adults who want support with daily tasks while maintaining independence, and memory care communities designed specifically for individuals living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia. Many facilities also offer short-term rehabilitation stays and respite care.

Question 3

How much does senior care cost in Arkansas?

Accepted Answer

According to the Genworth Cost of Care Survey (2024), the median monthly cost for a nursing home in Arkansas is approximately $6,570, while assisted living averages around $3,800 per month. Actual costs vary based on the facility, level of care, room type, and additional services needed. Many families use a combination of Medicare, Medicaid, long-term care insurance, and personal savings to cover these costs.

Question 4

Does Arkansas have a Medicaid program for nursing home care?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Arkansas Medicaid covers nursing home care and offers the Arkansas PASSE (Provider-Led Aligned Safety-net System) waiver for community-based long-term supports. Medicare covers skilled nursing facility care for up to 100 days following a qualifying 3-day hospital stay, but does not cover custodial or assisted living care. To learn whether a specific facility accepts Arkansas Medicaid, contact them directly or look for the Medicaid badge on their listing page.

Question 5

How do I find a nursing home near me in Arkansas?

Accepted Answer

Use the search or browse-by-city tools on this page to explore senior care options across Arkansas. You can filter by care type (nursing home, assisted living, memory care), minimum rating, and specific city. Each listing includes contact information, ratings, and services so you can compare options before scheduling tours. We recommend visiting at least two or three communities in person before making a final decision.

Nursing Homes & Senior Living in Arkansas

A Place For Mom - Senior Living Advisor Lisa Heritage

AAA Assisted Care For Snrs

Affordable Assisted Homes

Assisted Living Locators Northwest Arkansas

Assisted Living Services

Autumn Home Care

Babyboomer's Adult Day Care

Beebe Elderly Housing Inc

Bellpoint Independent Living

Benton Residential Care

Best Assisted Living Fort Smith - Luxury Senior Living Fort Smith AR & Senior Care Arkansas

Best Assisted Living North Little Rock

Beverly

Brookside Women's Residence

Byrd Haven

Care Network of Pine Bluff

Catered Living at Concordia of Bella Vista

CenterWell Home Health

Central Arkansas Nursing Center

Chapters Living of Maumelle

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