Senior Care in Fort Smith, AR
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Cost of senior care in Fort Smith, AR
Assisted living in Fort Smith, AR averages $3,428 per month — about 36% below the national median. In-home care runs about $20 per hour, or roughly $3,200 per month for full-time help. 55 care providers serve the area, and many accept Medicaid to help families cover the cost.
| Care type | Typical cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| In-home care | $20/hour | ~$3,200/mo full-time |
| Assisted living | $3,428/month | private one-bedroom |
| Nursing home | $6,327/month | ~$75,920/yr, private room |
Source: CareScout / Genworth Cost of Care Survey (2024).
Local providers
- Chapel Ridge Health and RehabFort Smith, AR
- Fianna Hills Nursing and Rehabilitation CenterFort Smith, AR
- Access Home HealthFort Smith, AR · 124 reviews
- Kindred at Home 1Fort Smith, AR · 322 reviews
- Fort Smith Hma Home Health, LLCFort Smith, AR · 235 reviews
- Mercy Home HealthFort Smith, AR · 79 reviews
- Elite Home HealthFort Smith, AR · 757 reviews
- Mercy Hospital Fort SmithFort Smith, AR · 481 reviews
- Covington Court Health and Rehabilitation CenterFort Smith, AR · 115 reviews
- Centerwell Certified Healthcare CORP.Fort Smith, AR · 227 reviews
- FT Smith Regional Dialysis CtrFort Smith, AR · 89 reviews
- Methodist Health and RehabFort Smith, AR
- Area Agency On Aging Of Western Arkansas, INCFort Smith, AR
- Area Agency On Aging Of Western Arkansas, INCFort Smith, AR
- Assiduous Home Care, LLCFort Smith, AR
- Brooken Hill Health and Rehab, LLCFort Smith, AR
- Baptist Health - Fort SmithFort Smith, AR · 824 reviews
- Legacy Health and Rehabilitation CenterFort Smith, AR
- The Blossoms at Fort Smith Rehab & Nursing CenterFort Smith, AR
- Andromeda Emergency Physicians, LLCFort Smith, AR
- Harris Medical Group PLLCFort Smith, AR
- Bhg L, LLCFort Smith, AR
- Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital FT SmithFort Smith, AR
- Fort Smith Medical Center LLCFort Smith, AR
- Mercy Clinic Fort Smith CommunitiesFort Smith, AR
- UamsFort Smith, AR
- University Of Arkansas For Medical SciencesFort Smith, AR
- Veterans Health Care System Of The OzarksFort Smith, AR
- Arkansas Em-I Byrne Medical Services, PAFort Smith, AR
- Arkansas Post Discharge Services, PLLCFort Smith, AR
- City of Fort Smith TransitFort Smith, AR
- Clinical Neuroscience Associates, INC.Fort Smith, AR
- Visiting Angels Fort SmithFort Smith, AR
- Centaurus Emergency Physicians, LLCFort Smith, AR
- Fort Smith Hma Pbc Management, LLCFort Smith, AR
- Ft Smith Hma Pbc Management, LLCFort Smith, AR
- Ft Smith Hma Physician Management, LLCFort Smith, AR
- Ft Smith Hma Physician Management, LLCFort Smith, AR
- Ft. Smith Hma Pbc Management, LLCFort Smith, AR
- Heart of Hospice, LLCFort Smith, AR
- Jacqueline Goldsmith Phillips PLLCFort Smith, AR
- Lane Richard Salazar PLLCFort Smith, AR
- Lawhorn Anesthesia INCFort Smith, AR
- Lhcg Xlii, LLCFort Smith, AR
- Mercy HospiceFort Smith, AR
- Mercy Rehabilitation HospitalFort Smith, AR
- Palliative Care At Heart, LLCFort Smith, AR
- Sebastian Physician Services, PLLCFort Smith, AR
- Sparks Regional Medical CenterFort Smith, AR
- St Edward Mercy Medical CenterFort Smith, AR
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many senior care providers are in Fort Smith, AR?
There are 55+ verified senior care providers in Fort Smith, AR listed on families.care, with profile links, care categories, and contact details to compare.
What types of senior care are available in Fort Smith, AR?
Available care types in Fort Smith, AR include Hospice, Dialysis, Assisted Living, Nursing Home, Memory Care. Use the category links to compare local providers by care need, reviews, and quality signals.
How do I choose a senior care provider in Fort Smith, AR?
Start by matching the level of care, budget, location, and family preferences. Then compare provider profiles, credentials, quality scores, government ratings, reviews from other families, and direct contact options on families.care.
How much does assisted living cost in Fort Smith, AR?
Assisted living in Fort Smith, AR averages about $3,428 per month, about 36% below the national median of $5,350. Actual prices vary by community, room type, and level of care.
How much does in-home care cost in Fort Smith, AR?
In-home care in Fort Smith, AR runs about $20 per hour. Full-time care (about 160 hours a month) works out to roughly $3,200 per month.
Does Medicaid help pay for senior care in AR?
Yes. AR's Medicaid program offers waivers that can help cover home care and, in some cases, assisted living for residents who meet income and care-need rules. Eligibility and covered services vary, so confirm the details with the state program.
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