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10 Best Nursing Homes in Dean Springs, AR

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Dean Springs nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Dean Springs, AR may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Dean Springs or another care type is right for you. Browse 21 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Dean Springs.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like South Fort Smith, Mill Creek and Cavanaugh.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Bell, Davidson and Evansville.

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Dean Springs, AR

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Photo of Brookdale Fort Smith
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33 Floor plans available
9.3
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24 reviews
9.3
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21%
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Mom really likes it there for the most part and she made friends quickly. All the residents seem very nice. It took a while to get her food situation worked out but they have taken care of it for the most...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Maybe it’s time to let someone else do the dishes.Whether you’re looking for independent living, assisted living or memory care, our senior living community has care options to meet your changing needs. When it comes to chores, less is more—more time for you to do what you want to do and here...
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I think they need a bit more staff members. The exterior grounds are a little rough and the entry made a bit more inviting. The people are nice. The food was my family's primary complaint. Sort of school...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Enjoy 3 meals a day served restrauant style in our dining room. Planned activities and scheduled transportation. We can assisted with bathing, dressing and medication. We have spacious studio, 1 bedroom and 2 bedroom apartments. We let you bring your furnishings so if feels like home.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Mercy Crest ALF II
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Cost of nursing homes in Dean Springs, AR

The average cost of senior living in Dean Springs is $3,802 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Altus, AR with an average of $3,623 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Dean Springs, AR, vs. nearby cities

Dean Springs, AR
$3,802/mo
$3,802/mo
$4,203/mo

Nursing homes costs in Dean Springs, AR, vs. state and national averages

Dean Springs, AR
$3,802/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

Nursing homes costs in Dean Springs, AR, vs. other senior living options

$4,249/mo
Nursing Homes
$3,802/mo

Nursing homes costs in Dean Springs, AR, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,500/mo
Studio
$4,132/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,055/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,273/mo

Senior living costs in Dean Springs vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Dean Springs, AR
Column state: Arkansas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDean Springs, ARArkansasU.S.
Nursing Homes$3,802/mo$4,075/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$4,249/mo$4,059/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,249/mo$4,075/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$2,964/mo$2,906/mo$4,016/mo
Nursing Homes
Dean Springs, AR:$3,802/mo
Arkansas:$4,075/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Dean Springs, AR:$4,249/mo
Arkansas:$4,059/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Dean Springs, AR:$4,249/mo
Arkansas:$4,075/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Dean Springs, AR:$2,964/mo
Arkansas:$2,906/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Dean Springs, AR, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Dean Springs and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Dean Springs, ARAR stateNational

Nursing homes cost trends in Dean Springs, AR

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Dean Springs have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Dean Springs, AR$3,961/mo$3,602/mo+10.0%
Arkansas$4,588/mo$4,348/mo+5.5%
National$5,471/mo$5,128/mo+6.7%
Dean Springs, AR
2024 average cost:$3,961/mo
2023 average cost:$3,602/mo
Percent change:+10.0%
Arkansas
2024 average cost:$4,588/mo
2023 average cost:$4,348/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
National
2024 average cost:$5,471/mo
2023 average cost:$5,128/mo
Percent change:+6.7%
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Dean Springs

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Dean Springs

Brookfield Fort Smith

4.9
It was very close to my sister's house so she could check on her easily. They allowed pets and had an enclosed courtyard with units that opened onto it. The supervisor was very helpful to us and very caring to the residents. I would definitely recommend this facility. They became family to my ...
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Peachtree Village of Fort Smith

4.0
What we like the most about Peachtree Village is that he seems to enjoy his living situation and enjoys his privacy. Yes, we would recommend the community to other families based on the experience we have had so far.

Brookdale Fort Smith

4.9
The staff were professional and relatable to the clients. We would absolutely recommend Brookdale Fort Smith to other families based on the experience so far.

Dean Springs nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dean Springs nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dean Springs, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Dean Springs nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Dean Springs that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Dean Springs, ARNational
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
14.3%
10.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
42.9%
23.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
42.9%
24.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14.3%
1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
42.9%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
28.6%
7.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
14.3%
19.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Dean Springs nursing homes

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Dean Springs Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dean Springs, ARNational
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
28.6%
6.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dean Springs nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Dean Springs partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dean Springs, ARNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
0.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
14.3%
1.6%
No sugar
No sugar
28.6%
1.6%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Dean Springs nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Dean Springs communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dean Springs, ARNational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.6%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
14.3%
0.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Dean Springs nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Dean Springs offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dean Springs, ARNational
Activity director
Activity director
14.3%
0.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
14.3%
7.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.6%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
28.6%
7.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
0.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.3%
0.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.6%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
14.3%
0.5%
Dances
Dances
14.3%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
14.3%
0.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
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