Hot Springs, AR · 126 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Hot Springs.
Est. $6,700–$8,360/mo
View full evaluation →Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)CMS verified
Lake Forest Senior Living at Hot Springs Village
121 Cortez Rd, Hot Springs Village, AR 71909 · Garland County
Discover Lake Forest Senior Living in Hot Springs Village, AR, offering independent living, assisted living, and comprehensive care services.
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FairHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 87% full (44 of 50 beds occupied on an average day).
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Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Hot Springs Village
Lake Forest Senior Living at Hot Springs Village is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Hot Springs Village, AR, with 50 certified beds and an average of about 44 residents per day. It operates as part of the Continuum Healthcare network. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.
Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.37 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.38 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 66.7%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 2 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $13,627 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.37 hrs/resident/day)
- •High staff turnover (66.7%)
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Hot Springs Village options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 50
- Avg. residents/day
- 44
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Continuum Healthcare
- Continuing care
- Yes — multiple care levels
- CMS provider #
- 045191
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $6,700–$8,360/mo (median $7,330) | Local market estimate |
| Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan) | $2,570–$6,510/mo (median $4,660) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Hot Springs prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 3.37
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.38
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 66.7%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 2
- Federal fines
- 1 ($13,627)
- Total penalties
- 1
- Last standard survey
- 2025-09-05
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (13 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-09-05Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
2025-09-05Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2024-09-26Severity J — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.
2024-06-12Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2024-06-12Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
2024-06-12Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2024-06-12Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2024-06-12Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-09-26 | Fine | $13,627 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Continuing care community (multiple care levels on one campus)
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Wellness programs
- ✓ Studio apartments
Location
121 Cortez Rd, Hot Springs Village, AR
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Lake Forest Senior Living at Hot Springs Village
How much does Lake Forest Senior Living at Hot Springs Village cost?
Lake Forest Senior Living at Hot Springs Village does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Hot Springs Village, AR area typically runs $6,700–$8,360 per month (median $7,330, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Lake Forest Senior Living at Hot Springs Village's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Lake Forest Senior Living at Hot Springs Village 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Lake Forest Senior Living at Hot Springs Village?
Staff provide about 3.37 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 66.7% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Lake Forest Senior Living at Hot Springs Village?
Lake Forest Senior Living at Hot Springs Village has 13 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-09-05). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Lake Forest Senior Living at Hot Springs Village have availability?
Typically 87% full (44 of 50 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Lake Forest Senior Living at Hot Springs Village offer?
Lake Forest Senior Living at Hot Springs Village in Hot Springs Village, AR offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 50 beds.
The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you
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- Move-ins take time: assessments, paperwork, and preparation typically run 2–6 weeks in Hot Springs.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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