Worth Considering
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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Salem, Arkansas
1 of 1 nursing homes in Salem (100%) meet our strict criteria. The Arkansas statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
5.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
68
across 1 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/1
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Salem, Arkansas, is adequate with one facility, Southfork River Therapy and Living, receiving top ratings (A, 5★). Families can feel confident as the facility is recommended and has no fines, ensuring a good standard of care.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 SOUTHFORK RIVER THERAPY AND LIVING (90) — Southfork River Therapy and Living stands out with an impressive 5-star CMS rating and an A grade, reflecting exceptional care and service. With a high Trust Score of 90/100 and no fines, this facility excels in providing a positive environment for its 68 residents, making it a top choice for quality nursing care.
Recommended
Southfork River Therapy and Living stands out with an impressive 5-star CMS rating and an A grade, reflecting exceptional care and service. With a high Trust Score of 90/100 and no fines, this facility excels in providing a positive environment for its 68 residents, making it a top choice for quality nursing care.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Salem Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 5.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Questions Salem Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Salem's city average is 5.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 1 Salem facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Salem avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Salem facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Salem, AR are recommended?
1 of 1 nursing homes in Salem (100%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Salem "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Salem?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.