Sandy Sanchez
Apr 2026
I love SJP 💚 always friendly and safe zone for your elderly !
1 / 5Quick Facts
- Total units
- 100
- Medicare rating
- 4 of 5
- Ownership
- For profit, Limited Liability company
- Certified beds
- 100
- Inspections
- View history (24 citations)
CMS Care Compare
What Families Think
Families describe St. John's Place of Arkansas as a small, hometown nursing facility where staff form close, caring relationships with residents and their families. Reviewers consistently praise the compassion and skill of the nursing staff, though one review noted the food needed improvement and the facility has a typical nursing-home smell.
The Good
- Staff described as compassionate and family-like
- High overall reviewer satisfaction (4.9 rating)
- On-site therapy services available
- Transportation provided to medical appointments
- Small, hometown feel praised by families
The Bad
- One report of poor food quality
- Typical nursing-home odor noted by a reviewer
- No published pricing information available
AI-generated from reviews and community data.
St John's Place of Arkansas is a senior living community in Fordyce, Arkansas offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 10 reviews.
About St John's Place of Arkansas
St. John's Place of Arkansas is a long-term care community serving residents in Fordyce, Arkansas and surrounding areas. The facility provides 24/7 care with on-site therapy services, personalized care plans, and transportation to medical appointments.
The community offers daily activities and programs designed to foster friendship, joy, and fulfillment among residents. The facility includes private bedrooms, a dining hall, living areas, and a therapy gym. The staff consists of skilled licensed nurses, therapists, and caregivers who develop individualized care plans addressing each resident's unique needs.
St. John's Place emphasizes creating a supportive and welcoming environment where residents are treated with respect, empathy, and kindness. The facility is designed to enhance comfort and safety, with attention to both the physical spaces and the emotional well-being of those who live there. The community prioritizes open communication and a genuine commitment to treating every resident with dignity and respect.
Types of Care at St John's Place of Arkansas
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Amenities
Room Amenities
- Emergency Call System
- Private Rooms
- Wheelchair Accessible
Meals & Dining
- Restaurant style Dining Room
Community Amenities
- 24-Hour Staff
- Gathering / Activity Spaces
- Housekeeping
- Laundry Service
- Medication Management
- On-Site Nurse (RN)
- Transportation Services
Activities
- Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)
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Help Me ChooseReviews of St John's Place of Arkansas
4.9overall · 10 ratings combined
4.9★ on Google (10)
Whitney
Apr 2026
St Johns is a small, hometown facility with great staff that love and care for our elderly! I've never seen more compassionate people in my life! I love how they love our elderly and provide a safe place for them go to live!!!
Jaime West
Feb 2026
I've had multiple family members taken care of at St. John's. The staff is fantastic, huge hearts and excellent skills and they will put you at ease when leaving your loved one into their care.
Kaitlyn Saeler
Feb 2026
I have had at LEAST three family members at this facility. They have all treated my family with such care and compassion. The staff becomes like family after a while and checks in on you even when you go home!! Provided great care, great meals, and great service overall.
jeni tharp
Sep 2025
My great aunt is there. It's a decent place. It distink like nursing homes usually do. Food looks terrible though. CNAs and Nurses were nice and helpful.
Government Inspection History
4 inspection visits in the last three years, 24 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Dec 4, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard3 citations
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Dec 9, 2025
Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.
Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Dec 9, 2025
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Severity B of L: potential for minimal harm, patternCorrected Dec 9, 2025
Jun 13, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard11 citations
Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 27, 2024
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 Jun 27, 2024
Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 27, 2024
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jun 27, 2024
Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jun 27, 2024
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jun 27, 2024
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 27, 2024
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 27, 2024
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 Jun 27, 2024
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 27, 2024
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 Jun 27, 2024
Aug 3, 2023Health Complaint1 citation
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 Aug 7, 2023
Jun 2, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard9 citations
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 Jun 23, 2023
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 23, 2023
Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 23, 2023
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 23, 2023
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 23, 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 Jun 23, 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 E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jun 23, 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 Jun 23, 2023
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 23, 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 St John's Place of Arkansas offer?
St John's Place of Arkansas offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
Where is St John's Place of Arkansas located?
St John's Place of Arkansas is located at 1400 Hwy 79/167 Bypass in Fordyce, Arkansas.
What do families say about St John's Place of Arkansas?
Families describe St. John's Place of Arkansas as a small, hometown nursing facility where staff form close, caring relationships with residents and their families. Reviewers consistently praise the compassion and skill of the nursing staff, though one review noted the food needed improvement and the facility has a typical nursing-home smell.
How did St John's Place of Arkansas do on recent health and safety inspections?
St John's Place of Arkansas had 4 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 24 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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