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Nursing homes in Van Buren, Arkansas

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3Homes in the cityInside city limits; the list below also shows homes nearby
374Certified bedsTotal capacity, not current openings
3Accept MedicareFrom Medicare data; confirm with the home
3Accept MedicaidFrom Medicare data; confirm with the home

Nursing homes in Van Buren

Homes and star ratings come from Medicare (CMS) and can be a few months old. Medicare doesn’t list which homes offer memory care, hospice or other programs: look for them in a home’s own profile, or ask the home.

14 homes

Valley Springs Rehabilitation and Health Center

228 Pointer Trail West · Van Buren, AR

Medicare overall rating★★★★☆Medicare Care Compare
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Ownership: For-profit (limited liability company)

105 certified beds1.3 mi from Van Buren centerMedicareMedicaid

Van Buren Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center

1404 North 28th Street · Van Buren, AR

Medicare overall rating★★★★★Medicare Care Compare
No photo on file

Ownership: For-profit (limited liability company)

140 certified beds1.0 mi from Van Buren centerMedicareMedicaid

The Blossoms at Van Buren Rehab and Nursing Center

2010 Main Street · Van Buren, AR

Medicare overall rating★☆☆☆☆Medicare Care Compare
No photo on file

Ownership: For-profit (limited liability company)

129 certified beds1.0 mi from Van Buren centerMedicareMedicaid

Legacy Health and Rehabilitation Center

3310 North 50th Street · Fort Smith, AR

Medicare overall rating★★☆☆☆Medicare Care Compare
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Ownership: For-profit (limited liability company)

115 certified beds3.3 mi from Van Buren centerMedicareMedicaid

Alma Nursing and Rehab

401 Heather Lane · Alma, AR

Medicare overall rating★☆☆☆☆Medicare Care Compare
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Ownership: For-profit (limited liability company)

105 certified beds6.9 mi from Van Buren centerMedicareMedicaid

The Blossoms at Fort Smith Rehab & Nursing Center

5301 Wheeler Avenue · Fort Smith, AR

Medicare overall rating★☆☆☆☆Medicare Care Compare
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Ownership: For-profit (partnership)

130 certified beds9.3 mi from Van Buren centerMedicareMedicaid

Covington Court Health and Rehabilitation Center

4500 Old Greenwood Rd · Fort Smith, AR

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No photo on file

Ownership: For-profit (limited liability company)

140 certified beds8.1 mi from Van Buren centerMedicareMedicaid

Chapel Ridge Health and Rehab

4623 Rogers Ave · Fort Smith, AR

Medicare overall rating★★★★☆Medicare Care Compare
No photo on file

Ownership: For-profit (limited liability company)

74 certified beds6.1 mi from Van Buren centerMedicareMedicaid

Methodist Health and Rehab

7425 Euper Lane · Fort Smith, AR

Medicare overall rating★★★☆☆Medicare Care Compare
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Ownership: Non-profit (corporation)

145 certified beds6.0 mi from Van Buren centerMedicareMedicaid

Ashton Place Health and Rehab

318 Strozier Lane · Barling, AR

Medicare overall rating★★★★☆Medicare Care Compare
No photo on file

Ownership: For-profit (limited liability company)

122 certified beds8.6 mi from Van Buren centerMedicareMedicaid

Riverside Health Services

1008 Arkansas Street · Arkoma, OK

Medicare overall rating★☆☆☆☆Medicare Care Compare
No photo on file

Ownership: For-profit (limited liability company)

56 certified beds8.4 mi from Van Buren centerMedicareMedicaid

Fianna Hills Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

8411 South 28th Street · Fort Smith, AR

Medicare overall rating★★★☆☆Medicare Care Compare
No photo on file

Ownership: For-profit (limited liability company)

102 certified beds10.7 mi from Van Buren centerMedicareMedicaid

Brooken Hill Health and Rehab

9000 Hwy 71 South · Fort Smith, AR

Medicare overall rating★★★☆☆Medicare Care Compare
No photo on file

Ownership: For-profit (limited liability company)

125 certified beds10.8 mi from Van Buren centerMedicareMedicaid

Sequoyah East Nursing Center

701 South Taylor Road · Roland, OK

Medicare overall rating★☆☆☆☆Medicare Care Compare
No photo on file

Ownership: For-profit (limited liability company)

80 certified beds9.1 mi from Van Buren centerMedicareMedicaid

Medicare ratings and family reviews are separate. Medicare data as of September 2026.

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Nursing home care at a glance

Scope: homes inside Van Buren city limits. Nearby search results do not change this scope.

Medicare overall rating

out of 5 · from this site's directory data

Van Buren3.33
Arkansas3.41
United States2.98

Ratings offer a starting point. Review each home’s inspection, staffing and quality details.

Source: Medicare (CMS) Care Compare · scope: Van Buren (3 facilities), Arkansas (221 facilities), United States (14,690 facilities) · Medicare data as of September 2026 · average of each facility's CMS overall star rating, each home counted equally

Nurse staffing time

hours of nursing care per resident per day · higher is better

Van Buren3 hr 43 min
Arkansas4 hr 01 min
United States3 hr 52 min
Source: Medicare (CMS) payroll-based staffing data · Van Buren: average of 3 homes, each counted equally; state and national figures are Medicare averages · Medicare data as of September 2026

Nursing staff turnover

share of nursing staff who left in a year · lower is better

Van Buren47%
Arkansas50%
United States46%
Source: Medicare (CMS) · Van Buren: average of 3 homes, each counted equally; state and national figures are Medicare averages · Medicare data as of September 2026
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Inspections and quality

Each home’s page shows its full Medicare inspection record, what Medicare found, fines, and short-stay and long-stay quality measures, compared with the state average.

How these comparisons work

Area figures are simple averages of the homes listed here that have Medicare data, with each home counted equally. State and national figures are Medicare’s own averages. An average does not describe any single home. Our methodology.

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Nursing home information for Van Buren

This directory lists 3 nursing homes in Van Buren, Arkansas, with 374 certified beds between them. Their average Medicare overall rating is 3.3 stars, above the national average of 3.0 stars: 2 homes hold four or five stars and 1 has one or two.

Among the highest-rated homes are Van Buren Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center (5 stars) and Valley Springs Rehabilitation And Health Center (4 stars).

By ownership, 100% are for-profit and 0% non-profit. None is currently a CMS Special Focus Facility.

These figures come from the Medicare data behind this directory. Ratings and inspections change, so confirm current details on each home’s profile and with the home itself.

Costs and payment

Contact your shortlisted homes for a current quote and to discuss accepted payment options.

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What should I ask before choosing a home?

Ask how the home will meet your loved one’s needs, how family members receive updates, what costs to expect, and whether you can visit before deciding.

How can I broaden my search?

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A little guidance goes a long way

Planning your search in Van Buren

Start with a location that makes visits manageable for family and friends. Review each home’s information, then contact your shortlist about the care you need, payment options and next steps.

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Questions about nursing homes in Van Buren

How many nursing homes are in Van Buren?

There are 3 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Van Buren, with 374 certified beds in total. Bed counts show capacity, not current openings.

Which nursing homes in Van Buren have the highest Medicare rating?

Van Buren Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center (5 stars), Valley Springs Rehabilitation And Health Center (4 stars), The Blossoms At Van Buren Rehab And Nursing Center (1 stars). See the full ranking.

What is the average Medicare rating of nursing homes in Van Buren?

3.3 out of 5 across 3 rated homes, compared with 3.4 for Arkansas as a whole.

Do nursing homes in Van Buren accept Medicaid?

3 of the 3 homes accept Medicaid, according to Medicare’s records. Confirm with each home, since Medicaid beds can be limited. How nursing home Medicaid works in Arkansas.

Are any nursing homes in Van Buren on Medicare’s Special Focus list?

No. The Special Focus program follows homes with a history of serious quality problems. Data as of September 2026.