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Legacy Heights Retirement Center

3310 North 50th Street

4.7(49 ratings)· Fort Smith average: 4.3

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Quick Facts

Total units
115
Medicare rating
2 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
For profit, Limited Liability company
Certified beds
115

What Families Think

Families describe Legacy Heights as a warm, family-oriented community where staff are attentive and administrators are responsive to residents' needs. Reviewers consistently praise the food, activities, and overall atmosphere, though there's some confusion in reviews about whether it functions as independent living or a nursing/rehab facility.

The Good

  • Staff described as caring and family-oriented
  • Active activities program keeps residents engaged
  • Reviewers praise food quality
  • Facility kept clean and well-decorated
  • Administrative staff seen as professional and helpful

The Bad

  • Reviews are inconsistent about whether it's independent living or skilled nursing care

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Legacy Heights Retirement Center is a senior living community in Fort Smith, Arkansas offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 49 reviews.

About Legacy Heights Retirement Center

Legacy Heights Retirement Center is a skilled nursing and long-term care community in Fort Smith, Arkansas, licensed for 115 residents. It positions itself as true retirement living rather than a traditional nursing home or assisted-living facility.

Families consistently praise the welcoming atmosphere, the bright, seasonally decorated spaces create an immediate sense of home. Staff professionalism and a family-oriented approach stand out across reviews; one resident noted "the very best people watching out for us." Residents highlight strong activity programming, quality meals, and comfortable rooms. The community appears to foster genuine personal attention, with administrative staff and caregivers treated as committed to resident wellbeing.

Legacy Heights holds a 4.7/5 Google rating across 49 reviews, with families and a resident perspective both reflecting satisfaction with daily life, care quality, and the overall living environment.

Types of Care at Legacy Heights Retirement Center

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Emergency Call System
  • Private Bathroom
  • Private Rooms
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Meals & Dining

  • Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
  • Restaurant style Dining Room

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Chapel / Religious Services
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)

Activities

  • Birthday / Holiday Parties
  • Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)

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Reviews of Legacy Heights Retirement Center

4.7overall · 49 ratings combined

4.7★ on Google (49)

Marc Doty

Nov 2025

via Google

My grandmother has been residing at Legacy Heights for approximately a year, and the administrative staff has consistently demonstrated exceptional professionalism and assistance throughout her stay. They have cultivated a family-oriented environment within their residence, which has made me feel particularly welcomed as a family member when visiting their facility. The staff members go above and beyond to maintain the facility’s beautiful condition and exhibit genuine compassion towards their residents. I wholeheartedly recommend Legacy Heights for its independent living facilities to anyone seeking a suitable environment for their loved ones. I can personally attest to the staff’s ability to handle any and all issues that may arise at their independent living facility, particularly when it comes to maintenance issues or just helping a resident mail a letter.

Dan Carter

Sep 2025

via Google

Parents live there. Staff, meals, rooms, all very nice. Almost wanna move in next to them.

Carnelia Sears

Jun 2025

via Google

I have been at Legacy for 2 years now, and I love it. I am 80 years old and in fair health. I can’t do all the things I used to do so this is the best place for me. We have the very best people watching out for us and the best activity director who keeps us as busy as we want to be. It’s a great place to live. We have great food and great entertainment. I’m so blessed to be here.

Cyndi Anderson

Jun 2025

via Google

Legacy Heights is a wonderful retirement community. It is not a nursing home or an assisted-living facility; instead, it offers true retirement living at its best. When you walk into Legacy Heights, it feels like a breath of fresh air. The facility is welcoming and bright, making you feel at home right away. Each season, the decorations change, adding a lovely touch to the space. The decor is beautiful and top-notch, with everything carefully chosen to create an inviting atmosphere. You can see how much thought has gone into making the place warm and friendly. From colorful flowers in the spring to cozy themes in the fall, every detail adds to the charm. The staff are kind and helpful, always ready to greet you with a smile. Whether you are visiting or considering a longer stay, Legacy Heights makes you feel special. It is not just a place; it is a community filled with love and care. Overall, Legacy Heights is a perfect spot to enjoy comfort and beauty all year round.

Gentry Wahlmeier

Jun 2025

via Google

I assist locals with Estate Planning and have always found Legacy to be a wonderful option for seniors searching for a facility that takes care of their residents like family.

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Government Inspection History

3 inspection visits in the last three years, 46 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Jan 31, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth ComplaintHealth Standard12 citations
  • Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 2, 2025

  • To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 2, 2025

  • Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 2, 2025

  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 2, 2025

  • Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 2, 2025

  • Have an alternate power supply for its alarm system.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 2, 2025

  • Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Mar 2, 2025

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 2, 2025

  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Mar 2, 2025

  • Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 2, 2025

  • Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 2, 2025

  • Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Mar 2, 2025

Mar 21, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth ComplaintHealth Standard14 citations
  • Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 20, 2024

  • Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 20, 2024

  • Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 20, 2024

  • Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 20, 2024

  • Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 20, 2024

  • Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 20, 2024

  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 20, 2024

  • Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 20, 2024

  • Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 20, 2024

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 20, 2024

  • Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 20, 2024

  • Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 20, 2024

  • Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 20, 2024

  • Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 20, 2024

Dec 30, 2022Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard20 citations
  • Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Feb 7, 2023

  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Feb 7, 2023

  • Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Feb 7, 2023

  • Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 7, 2023

  • Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 7, 2023

  • 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 E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 7, 2023

  • Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 7, 2023

  • Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 7, 2023

  • Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 7, 2023

  • Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 7, 2023

  • Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 7, 2023

  • Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 7, 2023

  • Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 7, 2023

  • Have exits that are accessible at all times.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 7, 2023

  • Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 7, 2023

  • Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 7, 2023

  • Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 7, 2023

  • Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 7, 2023

  • Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 7, 2023

  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 7, 2023

Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Legacy Heights Retirement Center offer?

Legacy Heights Retirement Center offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is Legacy Heights Retirement Center located?

Legacy Heights Retirement Center is located at 3310 North 50th Street in Fort Smith, Arkansas.

What do families say about Legacy Heights Retirement Center?

Families describe Legacy Heights as a warm, family-oriented community where staff are attentive and administrators are responsive to residents' needs. Reviewers consistently praise the food, activities, and overall atmosphere, though there's some confusion in reviews about whether it functions as independent living or a nursing/rehab facility.

How did Legacy Heights Retirement Center do on recent health and safety inspections?

Legacy Heights Retirement Center had 3 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 46 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.

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