Nursing and Rehabilitation at Good Shepherd in Little Rock, AR

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Nursing and Rehabilitation at Good Shepherd in Little Rock, AR

Nursing and Rehabilitation at Good Shepherd is a nursing home community in Little Rock, AR.

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3001 Aldersgate Rd, Little Rock, AR 72205

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

3.2 from 39 reviews
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18
4 stars
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1 stars
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Overall Review of Nursing and Rehabilitation at Good Shepherd

common 9 reviews mention this

Care team is a mixed picture

The care team is described as compassionate by many residents and families, but some reviews report unresponsive or unaccountable care.

Many families describe the staff as kind, patient, and compassionate, including nursing and CNA support they felt was attentive to both residents and relatives. Several also highlight staff friendliness alongside a clean, comfortable environment. At the same time, other reviewers say they saw problems with accountability, professionalism, and follow-through, including concerns about neglecting call lights and not responding to phones on weekends.

common 3 reviews mention this

Cleanliness stands out repeatedly

Residents and families frequently mention a clean facility and well-kept areas.

A number of reviews point to cleanliness as a clear strength, describing a clean environment and a facility that looks well maintained. This shows up alongside praise for staff, especially in the context of nursing support and day-to-day care. Negative reviews do not always address cleanliness directly, but they focus more on care delivery and communication gaps.

common 2 reviews mention this

Food quality earns praise

Meals are described positively in several reviews, including praise for taste and presentation.

Some residents and families describe the food as good, including specific meal mentions like fish. Others say the food looks good and is fair to above-average. Even with mixed feedback overall, dining comes up as a consistent area where at least some families felt satisfied with what was served.

common 3 reviews mention this

Rehab progress is debated

Physical and occupational therapy is described as active for some, while other reviews say rehab outcomes were poor.

Positive reviews describe a recovery team that engages patients daily through physical and occupational therapy. Some families also describe seeing meaningful improvement during a rehab stay. Other reviewers, however, say therapy did not translate into expected mobility progress and describe their loved ones ending up less able than at admission.

caveat 5 reviews mention this

Communication and follow-through concerns

Several reviews raise concerns about communication, including not sharing important updates and difficulties getting answers.

Some families report that key information was not communicated clearly, including situations where they say tests or treatments were handled without explaining results or timing. A few also mention frustration with responsiveness, such as call and phone access when issues come up. In the most serious accounts, reviewers tie these breakdowns to worse outcomes during the stay.

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Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes become a section.

Features

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas

Transportation

  • Adams (9 miles away) Adams (9 miles away)

Care Services

  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care

Dining

  • Meals provided Meals provided

Activities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite

Nearby Places of Interest

Located in the western part of Little Rock, Arkansas, this neighborhood offers a variety of amenities that may appeal to seniors looking for a vibrant community. With a range of dining options such as BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse and Cracker Barrel nearby, residents can enjoy delicious meals without having to travel far. Additionally, there are several places of worship in the area for spiritual comfort and fellowship. For medical needs, there are numerous physicians and hospitals within close proximity, including Premiere Gastroenterology Asso and CHI St Vincent Infirmary. Seniors can also easily access pharmacies like Custom Compounding Center and Walmart Pharmacy for their medication needs. The neighborhood also offers entertainment options with the Cinemark Colonel Glenn 18 And Xd theater nearby, as well as parks like Woodlands Edge Park for leisurely walks or relaxation. Ultimately, this neighborhood provides convenient access to essential services and amenities that make it a desirable location for senior living in Little Rock.

Restaurants

  • BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse (0.5 miles)
  • Cracker Barrel (0.6 miles)
  • On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina (1.7 miles)
  • Purple Cow (1.7 miles)
  • Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers (1.9 miles)
  • Khalil's Pub & Grill (1.9 miles)
  • McAlister's Deli (2 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Church At Rock Creek (0.7 miles)
  • Covenant Presbyterian Church (3.3 miles)
  • Second Presbyterian Church (4.2 miles)

Physicians

  • Premiere Gastroenterology Asso (1 miles)
  • Rhys Branman, MD (1 miles)
  • Arkansas Heart Hospital Clinic (1.1 miles)
  • Arkansas Psychiatric Clinic (1.2 miles)
  • Arkansas Internal Medicine (1.3 miles)
  • Baptist Ortho (1.3 miles)
  • Arkansas Prostate Cancer Center (1.3 miles)

Cafes

  • Panera Bread (1.2 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.4 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.1 miles)

Hospitals

  • Hickingbotham Outpatient Center (1.4 miles)
  • CHI St Vincent Infirmary (3.3 miles)
  • Arkansas Federation Of Families For Children's Mental Health (4 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Custom Compounding Center (1.5 miles)
  • Parkwest Pharmacy (1.6 miles)
  • Sca Pharmaceuticals (1.8 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (2 miles)
  • Cardinal Health (2.1 miles)
  • Tabor, Jennifer M - Jennifer M Tabor (2.2 miles)
  • Dziurkowski, Nicholas - Nicholas Dziurkowski (2.2 miles)

Theaters

  • Cinemark Colonel Glenn 18 And Xd (1.5 miles)

Parks

  • Hounds Lounge Pet Reso (1.5 miles)
  • Woodlands Edge Park (1.8 miles)

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