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10 Best Nursing Homes in Fern, AR
If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Fern 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 Fern, 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 Fern or another care type is right for you. Browse 82 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Fern.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Mount Gaylor, Odell and Artist Point.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Mount Gaylor, Odell and Artist Point.
Nursing Homes Facilities near Fern, AR
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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
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: Assisted Living
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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
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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
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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
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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: 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: 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: 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
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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
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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.
Cost of nursing homes in Fern, AR
The average cost of senior living in Fern is $4,298 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Altus, AR with an average of $3,623 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Fern, AR vs. nearby cities
Fern, AR
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Fern, AR vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Fern vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Fern, AR by room type
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Average cost of Nursing Homes in Fern over time
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Fern
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Fern
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.
Innisfree Senior Living in Rogers, AR
5.0
If you don't worry about your loved one bring them here, as they take great care of your loved one. They had very good food and a good chef.
The staff communication with the family was good, and kept us updated via email or called.
The Bungalows at Fayetteville
4.3
What we really like about The Bungalows at Fayetteville is the friendliness of the staff and the strong focus of team work they have. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would definitely recommend this community to other families.
Fern nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fern nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fern, 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 Fern 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 Fern that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Fern, ARNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
21.6%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
16.2%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
75.7%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
75.7%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
32.4%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
13.5%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
75.7%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
29.7%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
27%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Fern 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 Fern Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Fern, ARNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
35.1%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
18.9%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
35.1%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
10.8%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Fern 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 Fern partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Fern, ARNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
24.3%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
27%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
13.5%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Fern 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 Fern communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Fern, ARNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
13.5%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.7%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
18.9%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
2.7%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fern 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 Fern offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Fern, ARNational
Activity director
Activity director
29.7%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.6%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.6%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.8%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.1%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40.5%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.1%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24.3%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.7%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.1%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
29.7%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
24.3%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.5%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
32.4%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Peachtree Village of Fort Smith, Brookdale Fort Smith and Magnolia Place Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Fern, Arkansas. See full list of communities.
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