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10 Best Nursing Homes in Scranton, AR
Scranton is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 30 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Scranton, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Scranton is about $3,596, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 69 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.
As you consider nursing homes near you, you may also want to expand your search to areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Beach Grove, Ard and Cravens.
Nursing Homes Facilities near Scranton, AR
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9.7
Review score
24 reviews
Interpersonal relationship between staff/and staff residents are outstanding willingness to lesson, help each other out without being asked going above and beyond completing this job describing. Caring...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Do more of what you loveLiving room or magical fort for the grandkids? It’s your choice. At our community, your apartment will have plenty of room to entertain. With several floorplans to choose from, you have access to both Independent Living and Assisted Living so you’ll have the...
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9.3
Review score
20 reviews
Overall, I am pleased with this facility and would recommend it. The staff are friendly and try really hard. Given the nature of the situations with which they deal, it is just difficult. There have been...
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...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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8.9
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5 reviews
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...
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.
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9 reviews
My grandfather has had a wonderful experience at Heritage Inn Retirement Center.He is doing very well, he enjoys it a lot. The environment is very clean no concerns there at all. The staff is what makes the...
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.
Heritage Inn can offer you peace of mind and the chance to be part of a social community. You can choose from a studio, one, or two bedroom private apartment. The apartments are unfurnished allowing you to create your own personal living style with your favorite furnishings and possessions....
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9.5
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11 reviews
Peachtree is beautiful. Staff is so happy and lovable with the residents. It is very clean and well taken care of. The food is good and my family members is very well taken care of. My visit went very well....
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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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.
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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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.
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.
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 Scranton, AR
The average cost of senior living in Scranton is $3,596 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Knoxville, AR with an average of $3,068 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Scranton, AR vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Scranton, AR vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Scranton, AR by room type
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Average cost of Nursing Homes in Scranton over time
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Scranton
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Scranton
Providence Assisted Living in Clarksville, AR
5.0
Grandpa is adjusting to this very family like atmosphere. I am very impressed with how well the facility is taken care of. Everyone there seems to genuinely care about the tenants living there. I am very happy with Herritage Inn.
Brookdale Russellville
5.0
My grandmother, [name removed] has been a resident for years. She loved her time here, the caring by staff and feeling of community. A special thanks to JR for driving and caring. [named removed] for her help with any issues and housekeeping staff.
Brookfield Fort Smith
4.6
My loved one is currently a resident at Brookfield Fort Smith. Her experience at this facility has been great so far. She's had no complaints. The cleanliness and friendliness are great. The staff, care services and food are good. The activities are also great. I would highly recommend ...
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Scranton nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Scranton nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Scranton, 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 Scranton 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 Scranton that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Scranton, ARNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
7.1%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
7.1%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
71.4%
26.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
71.4%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
21.4%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
21.4%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
71.4%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
28.6%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
28.6%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Scranton 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 Scranton Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Scranton, ARNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
7.1%
3.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
14.3%
5.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Scranton 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 Scranton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Scranton, ARNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
21.4%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
28.6%
1.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select dining options in Scranton 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 Scranton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Scranton, ARNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
7.1%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.6%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
21.4%
0.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select programs and activities in Scranton 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 Scranton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Scranton, ARNational
Activity director
Activity director
14.3%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.3%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
7.1%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
28.6%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.6%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
35.7%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
21.4%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.6%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
21.4%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
21.4%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.1%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
21.4%
0.4%
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Brookdale Russellville, Peachtree Village of Fort Smith and Brookdale Fort Smith are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Scranton, Arkansas. See full list of communities.
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