Conway is the seat of Faulkner County, a suburban city with just over 64,000 residents, approximately 35 minutes from Little Rock’s downtown. According to the 2020 Census, 10.8% of its residents are aged 65 and older, a group the ACL reveals has a 35% chance of spending at least one year in a nursing home. This type of care is known for its high costs, although Conway’s median fee of $6,083 per month is normal for the state and almost 23.8% cheaper than the national average. The city’s hospitals are Conway Regional Medical Center and the Baptist Health Medical Center, both of which are only short distances from most homes.
Nursing homes are certified skilled nursing facilities for seniors with long-term health problems and those recovering from surgeries and serious illnesses. As their services are at near hospital levels, fees tend to be higher than those charged by assisted living facilities and home care agencies.
This guide compares the costs of nursing home care throughout Arkansas and reviews the median fees for alternative types of care in Conway. It also lists some free resources for seniors at risk of needing care in a nursing home and those already resident.