•  Physical Therapy
•  IV Therapy
•  Wound Care
•  Pain Management
•  Respiratory Care

Plans are already underway to expand services in the near future to include Occupational Therapy and
Speech Therapy, further strengthening rehabilitation and recovery options for patients across the region.
The Skilled Nursing Bed program is available to patients transitioning from SWARMC inpatient stays as
well as patients referred from other hospitals and healthcare facilities, helping ensure continuity of care
close to home for residents throughout Southwest Arkansas.

“This designation is more than an added service; it’s an investment in the people of our region,” Shelby
Brown shared. “It allows us to keep patients closer to their families, their support systems, and their
communities while receiving the skilled care they still need.”

By offering skilled nursing services locally, SWARMC enhances access to care not only for Hope and
Hempstead County, but also for Nevada County, Lafayette County, and surrounding Southwest
Arkansas communities. The ability to provide this care within the hospital supports continuity, reduces
transitions, and keeps patients connected to local providers throughout their recovery.

This milestone reflects SWARMC’s continued commitment to strengthening rural healthcare and ensuring
vital services remain accessible close to home. It embodies the hospital’s guiding principle, Expert Care.
Hometown Values., by combining high-quality clinical services with a deep-rooted dedication to the
communities it serves.