Desert Haven Home Care
Assisted Living, Home Care & Residential Care · Phoenix, AZ
Desert Haven Home Care
Assisted Living, Home Care & Residential Care · Phoenix, AZ
Overview of Desert Haven Home Care
Experience unparalleled comfort and care with the renowned senior living community of Desert Haven Home Care in North 21st Street, Phoenix, AZ, offering assisted living, short-term respite stays, and memory support. Focusing on seniors’ needs and aspirations, the community delivers the highest quality of care and assistance around the clock. Housekeeping and maintenance are taken care of by a kind and reliable team, ensuring seniors have more time to do the things they love.
A carefully curated calendar of enriching activities and engaging programs accompanies seniors as they explore new hobbies and rediscover old interests. With healthy and delicious meals served from breakfast to dinner, residents have a delightful dining experience that satisfies their cravings and dietary needs. The community also provides onsite hospice services to provide seniors with guidance on end-of-life journey. Desert Haven Home Care is ideal for seniors looking to spend their golden years surrounded by a caring community.
5-bed community
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
9 years in operation
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score: 68 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Home
StatusActive
IssuanceNovember 10, 2016
ExpirationSeptember 30, 2026
License NumberAL10165H
QualificationHealth Care
Desert Haven Home Care is administered by Christopher D Zambakari.
OwnerDESERT HAVEN HOME CARE, L.L.C.
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Inspection History
In Arizona, the Department of Health Services, Bureau of Long Term Care Licensing performs regular onsite inspections and investigates complaints for all licensed residential and nursing facilities.
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Arizona state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Overall vs. AZ average
1 Worse
Metrics worse than Arizona average:
• Enforcement actions (344% above) 1 At Avg Metrics at Arizona average:
• Total inspections (at AZ avg) 1 Better Metrics better than Arizona average:
• Total complaints (50% below)
• Enforcement actions (344% above) 1 At Avg Metrics at Arizona average:
• Total inspections (at AZ avg) 1 Better Metrics better than Arizona average:
• Total complaints (50% below)
Latest Inspection
August 5, 2025
Complaint
No deficiencies
Deficiencies
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Enforcement actions
Formal penalties or interventions imposed by Arizona regulators — directed plans of correction, civil monetary penalties, denial of payment, or appointment of temporary management.
| 4 | 0.9 | This facility has 344% more enforcement actions than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (4 vs. AZ avg 0.9).↑ 344% worse |
Inspections
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 5 | 5 | This facility has total inspections in line with the Arizona average (5 vs. AZ avg 5).— At avg |
Complaints & Investigations
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Total complaints
Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff.
| 3 | 6 | This facility has 50% fewer total complaints than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (3 vs. AZ avg 6).↓ 50% better Rank #319 / 500 Total complaints — State benchmarked This home is ranked 319th out of 500 homes in Arizona. Shows this facility's complaint-related visits compared to the Arizona average among 500 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Rankings are based only on facilities in Arizona that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- August 5, 2025 complaint investigations found no deficiencies in two separate on-site reviews.
- October 3, 2024 annual inspection cited two deficiencies for lack of emergency alert system and improper storage of poisonous materials, leading to a $250 civil fine.
- July 24, 2023 inspection found six deficiencies involving policies, personnel records, documentation, and safety, with prior fines for expired CPR training and recordkeeping failures.
What does this home offer?
Minimum Age: 55 Years Old
Housing Options: Private / Shared Rooms
Building Type: Single-story
1 / 4
Private Rooms
1 / 4
Shared Rooms
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4.0 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Phoenix's city center to Desert Haven Home Care's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 0.35 miles to nearest hospital (Phoenix Vets Center)
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The information below is reported by the Arizona Department of Health Services, Bureau of Long Term Care Licensing.
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| La Siena | AL IL MC | Phoenix (Pueblo Hermoso) | 111 | Yes | 61 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 11 | - | Jonathan T Burningham | - | 5 | 4
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| Desert Haven Home Care | AL HC RC | Phoenix (Camelback East Village) | 5 | No | 68 | Private / Shared Rooms | 9 | - | Christopher D Zambakari | - | 5 | 3
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3
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#319 / 500 | 0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Desert Haven Home Care
What neighborhood is Desert Haven Home Care in?
Desert Haven Home Care is in the Camelback East Village neighborhood of Phoenix.
Who is the owner of Desert Haven Home Care?
Desert Haven Home Care is legally operated by Desert Haven Home Care, L.l.c., and administered by Christopher D Zambakari.
Is Desert Haven Home Care in a walkable area?
Desert Haven Home Care has a walk score of 68. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
What is the license number of Desert Haven Home Care?
According to AZ state health department records, Desert Haven Home Care's license number is AL10165H.
When does Desert Haven Home Care's license expire?
According to AZ state health department records, Desert Haven Home Care's license expires on September 30, 2026.
Who is the administrator of Desert Haven Home Care?
Christopher D Zambakari is the administrator of Desert Haven Home Care.
How many beds does Desert Haven Home Care have?
Desert Haven Home Care has 5 beds.
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