Comprehensive Review: Ashton Place Manor

• Facility overview

• Services offered
• Amenities and facilities
• Daily activities and programs
• Resident experiences and testimonials
• Pricing information
• Comparison with nearby facilities
• Management and staff quality
• Unique features and programs
• Community reputation and recognition
• Conclusion

Facility overview

Ashton Place Health and Rehabilitation is a skilled nursing facility in Barling, Arkansas with 122 licensed beds. Both Medicaid and Medicare are accepted.

Services offered

Ashton Place Manor offers care across several categories:

1. Short-term rehabilitation
   • Physical, occupational, and speech therapy led by a professional therapy team
   • Programs focus on strength, balance, and pain management
   • Recovery plans involve family input
2. Long-term care
   • Hotel-style rooms with 24/7 nursing staff
   • Each resident gets a personalized care plan. The facility is located in a small town and emphasizes individual attention. Staff members work with residents to set goals and support independence.
3. Respite care
   • Short-term stays to give family caregivers a break
   • Residents have full access to all facility services and amenities
4. Skilled nursing
   • Nursing available 12–16 hours daily, with 24-hour supervision
   • Medication management and help with daily activities

The facility's staff is experienced with residents who have cognitive impairments, though memory care is not formally advertised.

Amenities and facilities

The facility includes:

• Rehabilitation gym with modern equipment
• Bright common areas and outdoor courtyard
• Private dining room
• Free WiFi throughout
• On-site beauty salon
• Tempur-Pedic mattresses in resident rooms
• Activity center
• Wellness room and spa

Daily activities and programs

Based on resident feedback, activities include:

• Social events and group gatherings
• Card games and recreational activities
• Structured daily activities for physical and mental engagement
• Outdoor time in the courtyard

Resident experiences and testimonials

The facility has a 4.7 out of 5 rating based on 7 reviews. Residents and families highlight:

1. "My husband moved into Ashton Place. I've been very happy. The facility is very well laid out and easy for them to get around and not get lost. The people are incredibly trained to work with those who are diminished in their thinking and in their ability to care for themselves." – Family Member, July 2024
2. "The nurses and certified nursing assistants (CNAs) who work there are always very helpful. In fact, one of the nurses stopped my daughter in the hall and asked about her dad. That, to me, is extremely personal." – Resident's Family Member

Family members also mention the layout reduces confusion risk, and staff know how to handle cognitive decline.

Pricing information

Monthly costs vary by care level:

Care Level

Monthly Cost Range

Basic Care

Starting at $2,680

Average Cost

$4,154

Premium Care

Up to $5,627

Pricing runs slightly above the local average of $4,153 but below the state average of $4,402.

Comparison with nearby facilities

Here's how Ashton Place Manor compares to other area facilities:

Facility Name

Starting Price

Key Features

Rating

Ashton Place Manor

$2,680

Rehabilitation gym, 122 certified beds

4.7/5

Mercy Crest Retirement Living

$3,020

Supportive environment, engaging activities

Not specified

Brookdale Fort Smith

$2,925

Memory care, assisted living

9.5/10

Peachtree Village

$3,150

Various amenities, supportive environment

9.7/10

Brookfield Assisted Living

$3,150

Compassionate care, community spirit

8.9/10

Management and staff quality

Kristi Terry, a licensed professional, administers the facility. Daily staffing averages:

• Total nursing time per resident: 4.6 hours
  • Licensed nurse time: 1.4 hours
  • Nursing aide time: 3.1 hours

Families praise the staff's attentiveness and experience with cognitive decline. Some reviews mention weekend understaffing that may slow response times.

Unique features and programs

1. The facility's rehabilitation program includes a gym and therapy team for both recovery and ongoing wellness.
2. Rooms and common areas are designed to feel residential rather than institutional.
3. Staff provide individualized care, especially for residents with memory loss or cognitive decline.

Community reputation and recognition

Quality indicators include:

• Medicare and Medicaid certification
• Compliance with federal civil rights requirements
• Adherence to life safety codes since 2000
• A resident satisfaction rating of 4.7/5

The facility has a community score of 4.8 and is rated "Good" in resident reviews.

Conclusion

Ashton Place Manor focuses on rehabilitation and personalized care, with experienced staff in handling cognitive decline. Pricing is slightly above the local average, though many families say the quality of care justifies the cost.

Ashton Place Manor is worth considering if you need skilled nursing, rehabilitation, or long-term care. Before deciding, visit the facility in person, speak with current residents and family members, and review all fees and care options.