Encompass Health

At Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Fort Smith, we are committed to helping you or a loved one recover after a serious illness or injury. After a stroke, brain injury, hip fracture or other complex orthopedic or neurological condition, our expert clinicians combine the latest technologies with real-world simulations and advanced therapies to help you achieve your goals. Your care team will include physical therapy, speech therapy and occupational therapy experts; rehabilitation physicians and nurses; case managers; dietitians; and more. While at our rehabilitation hospital you will receive 24/7 nursing care and three hours of therapy five days a week. Patient rooms include a television, phone and free wifi.

Beltone Hearing Aid Center proudly serves the Fort Smith, AR community as your local Beltone Hearing Aid Center. We provide comprehensive hearing tests and evaluations, expert hearing aid fittings, and the latest Beltone hearing aids, including rechargeable, custom, and Super-Power Behind-the-Ear (BTE) models for severe hearing loss. Backed by 80+ years of hearing aid innovation and recognized by Newsweek as one of 2025’s Best in Customer Service for Hearing Care, Beltone delivers trusted, personalized hearing care to help you hear your best.

Karen Elaine Thrift, FNP-BC, APRN, CDE, is board certified in advanced diabetes management through the Association of Diabetes Care and Education Specialists. The certification showcases her expertise in providing those with diabetes in the River Valley access to high-quality care. Elaine is able to help those with diabetes, pre-diabetes and cardio-metabolic conditions.