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Southfork River Therapy And Living in Salem, AR

Southfork River Therapy And Living is a nursing home community in Salem, AR.

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  • Interior

    A cozy living room featuring a dark sofa and a glass coffee table, illuminated by natural light from large windows.

  • Outdoors

    A serene night landscape transitioning into dusk, illuminated softly by ambient light.

  • Decor

    A spacious and well-decorated waiting room in a healthcare facility.

  • Living Room

    A cozy living room corner featuring a fireplace, two chairs, and decorative elements.

  • Building

    The welcoming entrance of a beautifully designed residential building.

  • Landscaping

    Welcome sign for a community center surrounded by vibrant flowers and greenery.

  • Outdoor

    A cheerful team gathers outside for a group photo, showcasing camaraderie and teamwork.

  • Nature

    Signage for the Southfork River Therapeutic and Living Center surrounded by greenery.

  • Exercise Equipment

    A spacious therapy room equipped with various exercise tools and office furniture.

624 Highway 62/412 West, Salem, AR 72576

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

4.5 from 35 reviews
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Overall Review of Southfork River Therapy And Living

common 13 reviews mention this

Caring, responsive nursing staff

Residents and families consistently describe a kind, proactive team.

Across many reviews, families say the nursing team treats residents with respect, stays attentive to day-to-day needs, and communicates quickly when issues come up. Several reviewers also describe staff as patient and professional, including making admission logistics easier during a stressful move. Even among critical reviews, the concerns center on the quality and safety of care rather than a lack of effort alone.

common 2 reviews mention this

Clean, fresh-feeling environment

Residents describe a clean facility with a fresher feel.

More than one reviewer comments that the facility doesn’t have the typical “old nursing home” smell and that it feels clean when they visit. One review also connects cleanliness with residents being safe and comfortable, reinforcing that the upkeep is visible to families.

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Activities keep residents engaged

Reviews highlight activities that residents can genuinely enjoy.

Several reviews mention organized activities and a strong activity director. One reviewer specifically calls out the fun activities for clients, while another credits the activity director with outstanding work, suggesting engagement is part of daily life.

common 3 reviews mention this

Rehab progress and dementia handling

Families describe therapy support that helps residents make progress.

Reviews include both positive and negative experiences with rehab, with one family reporting their loved one is getting stronger day by day. Another reviewer says staff understand and handle dementia needs, while a critical review alleges the therapy approach wasn’t effective for recovery after brain-related surgery. Taken together, residents describe rehab outcomes that can vary depending on the situation and care delivery.

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Concerns about safety, staffing, and quality

Some reviews raise serious concerns about care quality and safety.

A few reviews are sharply critical, describing problems with how care was delivered, including allegations related to training and supervision. One reviewer also raises ongoing concerns about a staff member involved in CNA classes, including claims of inappropriate conduct. Another critical review cites understaffing and poor food among broader infractions, which directly challenges expectations of consistent, safe care.

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Features

Housing

  • 84 resident community capacity 84 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Pharmacies

  • Salem Drug Company (0.2 miles)
  • Leslie Drugs (0.7 miles)
  • Good Neighbor Pharmacy (11.2 miles)
  • Horseshoe Health & Medicine (11.2 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (15.9 miles)
  • Ash Flat Pharmacy (16 miles)
  • Pill Box Pharmacy (17.1 miles)

Physicians

  • Scribner Family Practice Clinic (0.3 miles)
  • 1st Choice Healthcare (0.6 miles)
  • Family Clinic PA (1.3 miles)
  • Family Medical Clinic (11.2 miles)
  • Midway Medical Clinic (17 miles)
  • White River Medical Clinic (17.1 miles)
  • Cherokee Village Clinic (17.6 miles)

Places of Worship

  • New Life Tabernacle (0.3 miles)
  • Evangelist David Bonney (0.4 miles)
  • Immanuel Southern Baptist Church (0.6 miles)
  • Immanuel Southern Baptist Church (0.6 miles)
  • Southern Baptist Convention (0.7 miles)
  • Assembly of God (0.9 miles)
  • Southern Baptist Convention (2.1 miles)

Transportation

  • U-Haul Moving & Storage (0.3 miles)
  • U-Haul (1.6 miles)
  • U-Haul (2.4 miles)
  • U-Haul Moving & Storage (11.5 miles)
  • Bad To The Bone Taxidermy (11.8 miles)
  • U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer (16 miles)
  • U-Haul (16.1 miles)

Cafes

  • Awesome Coffee Cafe (0.4 miles)

Restaurants

  • Sonic Drive-In (0.7 miles)
  • Mrid (10.5 miles)
  • Cindy's Dinner Bell (11.2 miles)
  • Patio Lino (15.3 miles)
  • McDonald's (16 miles)
  • Subway (16 miles)
  • Chok Dee Thai Kitchen (16.1 miles)

Hospitals

  • Fulton County Hospital (1.6 miles)

Parks

  • Grand Gulf State Park (18.1 miles)

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