Best Nursing Homes in Tempe, AZ

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 5 nursing homes in Tempe, AZ using CMS data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in AZ
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Info below is compiled from CMS reports & the AZ Dept. of Health Services (ADHS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

The facility name. Click to view the full profile page on Assisted Living Magazine, including photos, services, and contact info.
CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The Arizona average is: 64.5% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
Tempe Post Acute
NH
SNF
Tempe (Kiwanis Park)
74
Facility 74
AZ AVG 100
Rank #48 / 80
68.9%
Facility 68.9%
AZ AVG 74%
Rank #35 / 56
-7%- -19%-
$0
Facility $0
AZ AVG $31.7k
Rank #1 / 61
6
Facility 6
AZ AVG 23.2
Rank #7 / 61
1.5
Facility 1.5
AZ AVG 3.8
Rank #3 / 61
151-
65
Facility 65
AZ AVG 42
Rank #13 / 84
Western Canal Healthcare LLC
$9.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AZ AVG $15.3M
Rank #44 / 58
$5.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AZ AVG $8.6M
Rank #46 / 58
56.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 56.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AZ AVG 64.5%
Rank #25 / 58
35106
Friendship Village Tempe
NH
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
SNF
Tempe
128
Facility 128
AZ AVG 100
Rank #20 / 80
44.6%
Facility 44.6%
AZ AVG 74%
Rank #51 / 56
-40%- +192%-
$0
Facility $0
AZ AVG $31.7k
Rank #1 / 61
21
Facility 21
AZ AVG 23.2
Rank #32 / 61
4.2
Facility 4.2
AZ AVG 3.8
Rank #48 / 61
-57A+
28
Facility 28
AZ AVG 42
Rank #64 / 84
Friendship Village Of Tempe
$66.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $66.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AZ AVG $15.3M
Rank #1 / 58
$28.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $28.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AZ AVG $8.6M
Rank #1 / 58
43.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 43.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AZ AVG 64.5%
Rank #53 / 58
35074
Mirabella at ASU
NH
AL
CCRC
MC
SNF
Tempe
47
Facility 47
AZ AVG 100
Rank #59 / 80
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8.19
Facility 8.19
AZ AVG 4.06
Rank #1 / 59
+57%+102%
$0
Facility $0
AZ AVG $31.7k
Rank #1 / 61
11
Facility 11
AZ AVG 23.2
Rank #16 / 61
2.8
Facility 2.8
AZ AVG 3.8
Rank #24 / 61
-17-
91
Facility 91
AZ AVG 42
Rank #1 / 84
Mirabella At Asu, Inc
$2.7MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $2.7MFiscal year ending 09/2023
AZ AVG $15.3M
Rank #57 / 58
$9.8MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $9.8MFiscal year ending 09/2023
AZ AVG $8.6M
Rank #14 / 58
367.8%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility 367.8%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
AZ AVG 64.5%
Rank #1 / 58
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Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each nursing home is ranked against every other AZ nursing home we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 analyzed for Tempe. See how we rank facilities

Overview of Tempe Post Acute

Tempe Post Acute provides nursing home and skilled nursing care in Tempe, AZ. Skilled nursing includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock, so the community may be a good fit for someone who needs ongoing clinical support.

The community has 74 beds. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Medicare can cover short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid can help when savings may not cover a long stay, and private pay means paying directly for care. Amador Ortega Jr serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Friendship Village Tempe

Ideally situated near Banner Desert Medical Center in Tempe, AZ, Friendship Village Tempe is an outstanding community that offers independent living. Residents find the accommodation that best matches their preferences with specially designed and cozy one- to- three-bedroom floor plans to ensure their comfort and safety. The community also provides an exclusive Assistance-in-Living (A.I.L.) to aid residents in times of emergency.

With plenty of recreational sites and convenient local amenities nearby, residents will not feel lonely and make new friends. Residents also have plenty of dining options with a variety of delightful restaurants nearby. The community is ideal for those seeking independence in their golden years, especially with its dedicated services and state-of-the-art amenities.

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Overview of Mirabella at Asu

Mirabella at Asu is a continuing care retirement community in Tempe, AZ offering assisted living, memory care, nursing home, and skilled nursing care. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while a resident maintains an apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, while skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Having several care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, because care can continue without moving to a different community. Mirabella at Asu has 47 beds, making it a smaller community where staff and residents get to know each other. Housing includes one bedroom and two bedroom options, with a two bedroom layout able to suit a couple moving together.

Rehabilitation services are available for residents who need therapy as part of their care. Total nurse staffing is 8 hours 11 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated to each resident. Medicare and private pay are accepted: Medicare can cover short term skilled care after a hospital stay, while private pay means the resident or family pays directly.

A Walk Score of 91 places the area in the walker’s paradise band, meaning daily errands do not require a car and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Scarlett Huang serves as the administrator.

Contact Mirabella at ASU

Overview of Friendship Village Inpatient Care Home – Hospice of the Valley

Friendship Village Inpatient Care Home, Hospice of the Valley provides hospice care in Tempe, AZ. Hospice care supports a person nearing the end of life, while family caregiver support gives caregivers assistance during that period. The home has 128 beds and private rooms, so each resident has a room of their own during care.

Pets are allowed, allowing a resident to continue living with a pet while receiving hospice services. Grief support helps people cope with loss, while pediatric services extend the listed care offerings to children. Mindfulness, music, massage, and aromatherapy provide supportive activities alongside hospice services. Emily Garba serves as administrator, and Friendship Village Of Tempe operates the home. The combination of hospice care and family caregiver support may suit a person nearing the end of life whose family needs help alongside the resident’s care.

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Overview of Friendship Village Palliative Care Unit – Hospice of the Valley

Friendship Village Palliative Care Unit at Hospice of the Valley excels in delivering a speedy approach to recovery for its residents. Community residents receive an efficient rehabilitative process to skilled nursing services that enhance their quality of life. The well-trained care staff delivers a multidisciplinary approach to nursing when providing tailored care– ensuring service with compassion, kindness, and professionalism.

Friendship Village also specializes in palliative and hospice care; they provide a team of medical professionals who excel in practicing physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, wound care, and restorative nursing. Seniors are encouraged to find comfort and stability in their temporary, home-like setting.

Contact Friendship Village Palliative Care Unit – Hospice of the Valley

Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports. Rank badges compare each home against other nursing homes in the same state — never against assisted living, memory care, or independent living communities.

  • CMS data
  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

  • Includes
  • Overall Rating
  • Health Inspection
  • QM Rating
  • Long-Stay QM
  • Short-Stay QM
02

Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

  • Includes
  • Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
  • RN vs State
  • Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
  • RN Turnover
03

Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • Citations
  • Citations/Inspection
  • Severe Citations
  • Fines
  • Accreditations
04

Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy vs State
  • Avg Length of Stay
  • Revenue
  • Payroll %
  • Years in Operation
  • Admin Tenure
05

Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • BBB Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Tempe, AZ

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Arizona?

Assisted living in Arizona is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Arizona Medicaid cover nursing home care?

Yes — Arizona Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.

What is nursing home care?

Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.

How many nursing homes are listed on this page?

This page features 5 nursing homes in Tempe, AZ. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Tempe, AZ?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Tempe, AZ, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting nursing homes in Tempe, AZ?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.

Nursing Homes in Tempe at a glance

Avg Overall CMS Rating: 3.7/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Tempe, AZ. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating: 2.0/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Tempe, AZ. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating: 4.0/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Tempe, AZ. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.0/ 5