Carlisle, AR · 90 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingUsually has openings
One of Carlisle's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $6,980–$8,720/mo
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The Springs of Barrow
2600 John Barrow Road, Little Rock, AR 72204 · Pulaski County
At The Springs of John Barrow, we’re on a mission to create a second home for your loved ones so that you can be rest assured that they’re in good hands. We want your loved one to stay healthy, and happy, and experience all of the adventures that life has to offer. Our impeccable nurses, […]
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StrongHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.
Photos via facility website.
Availability outlookUsually has openings
Typically 65% full — availability is generally good.
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.
One of Little Rock's top-rated skilled nursing communities
The Springs of Barrow is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Little Rock, AR, with 139 certified beds and an average of about 90 residents per day. It operates as part of the The Springs Arkansas network.
Medicare rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.96 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.16 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 72.1%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 2 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓5-star overall CMS rating
- ✓Strong health-inspection rating
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (3.96 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
Things to ask about
- •High staff turnover (72.1%)
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Little Rock for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 139
- Avg. residents/day
- 90
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- The Springs Arkansas
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 045432
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 | $6,980–$8,720/mo (median $7,640) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Little Rock 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
- 3.96
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.16
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 72.1%
- 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
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2026-03-05
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- None
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (19 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-03-05Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
2026-03-05Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2025-01-08Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintEnvironmental Deficiencies
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
2025-01-08Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
2025-01-08Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2025-01-08Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2024-09-12Severity 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.
2024-09-12Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
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.
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Memory care
- ✓ 24-hour staff
Location
2600 John Barrow Road, Little Rock, AR
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about The Springs of Barrow
How much does The Springs of Barrow cost?
The Springs of Barrow does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Little Rock, AR area typically runs $6,980–$8,720 per month (median $7,640, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is The Springs of Barrow's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates The Springs of Barrow 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at The Springs of Barrow?
Staff provide about 3.96 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 72.1% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at The Springs of Barrow?
The Springs of Barrow has 19 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-03-05). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does The Springs of Barrow have availability?
Typically 65% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does The Springs of Barrow offer?
The Springs of Barrow in Little Rock, AR offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 139 beds.
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