Friendship Village Inpatient Care Home – Hospice of the Valley
Nursing Home & Hospice Care · Tempe, AZ
Friendship Village Inpatient Care Home – Hospice of the Valley
Nursing Home & Hospice Care · Tempe, AZ
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.
128-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
48 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 55 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
BBB Rating: A+ (Accredited)
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About this community
Facility TypeNursing Care Institution
StatusActive
IssuanceJanuary 1, 1999
ExpirationJanuary 31, 2027
License NumberNCI-2646
CMS Certification Number35074
QualificationHealth Care
Friendship Village Inpatient Care Home – Hospice of the Valley is legally operated by Friendship Village Of Tempe, and administered by Emily Garba.
OwnerTempe Life Care Village, Inc
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactMs. Deborah Shumway, Manager (per BBB, record updated May 2026)
24-Hour Staffing
Bright And Comfortable Common Areas
Contemporary Furnishings
Specific ProgramsPalliative Care, Pulmonary Care, Grief Support, Family Caregiver Support, Pediatric Services, Mindfulness, Music, Massage & Aromatherapy
Volunteer Program
Operating Hours24/7
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.
Since 2022 · 4 years of data
10 complaints
13 inspections
Inspection Score
A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, deficiencies, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the Arizona state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical Arizona nursing home score (the benchmark); higher is better.This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.
A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, deficiencies, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the Arizona state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical Arizona nursing home score (the benchmark); higher is better.This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.
3 points below the Arizona average for nursing homes (82/100)
Rank #11 / 53 in Arizona Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 11th out of 53 homes in Arizona. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the Arizona average among 53 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. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score. Inspection score: 79 out of 100. Letter grade C+. 3 points below the Arizona average for nursing homes (82/100)
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.
Since 2022 vs. Arizona state average
Overall vs. AZ average
2 Worse
Metrics worse than Arizona average:
• Total complaints (67% above)
• Complaints per year (67% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Arizona average:
• Enforcement actions (100% below)
• Total complaints (67% above)
• Complaints per year (67% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Arizona average:
• Enforcement actions (100% below)
Latest Inspection
June 6, 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.
| 0 | 0.9 | This facility has 100% fewer enforcement actions than a typical Arizona nursing home (0 vs. AZ avg 0.9).↓ 100% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | AZ Average | vs. AZ Avg |
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 13 | 5 | This facility has had 160% more total inspections than the Arizona average (13 vs. AZ avg 5). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 160% more |
Complaints & Investigations
| This Facility | AZ Average | vs. AZ Avg |
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Total complaints
Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff.
| 10 | 6 | This facility has 67% more total complaints than a typical Arizona nursing home (10 vs. AZ avg 6).↑ 67% worse Rank #430 / 479 Total complaints — State benchmarked This home is ranked 430th out of 479 homes in Arizona. Shows this facility's complaint-related visits compared to the Arizona average among 479 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. |
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Complaints per year
Average complaints per year since 2022.
| 2.5 | 1.5 | This facility has 67% more complaints per year than a typical Arizona nursing home (2.5 vs. AZ avg 1.5).↑ 67% worse |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
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3.9 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Tempe's city center to Friendship Village Inpatient Care Home – Hospice of the Valley's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 0.42 miles to nearest hospital (Banner Desert Medical Center)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Friendship Village Inpatient Care Home – Hospice of the Valley
What neighborhood is Friendship Village Inpatient Care Home – Hospice of the Valley in?
Friendship Village Inpatient Care Home – Hospice of the Valley is in the East Southern Avenue neighborhood of Tempe.
Who is the owner of Friendship Village Inpatient Care Home – Hospice of the Valley?
Friendship Village Inpatient Care Home – Hospice of the Valley is legally operated by Friendship Village Of Tempe, and administered by Emily Garba.
Is Friendship Village Inpatient Care Home – Hospice of the Valley in a walkable area?
Friendship Village Inpatient Care Home – Hospice of the Valley has a walk score of 55. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
What is the license number of Friendship Village Inpatient Care Home – Hospice of the Valley?
According to AZ state health department records, Friendship Village Inpatient Care Home – Hospice of the Valley's license number is NCI-2646.
When does Friendship Village Inpatient Care Home – Hospice of the Valley's license expire?
According to AZ state health department records, Friendship Village Inpatient Care Home – Hospice of the Valley's license expires on January 31, 2027.
Who is the administrator of Friendship Village Inpatient Care Home – Hospice of the Valley?
Emily Garba is the administrator of Friendship Village Inpatient Care Home – Hospice of the Valley.
How many beds does Friendship Village Inpatient Care Home – Hospice of the Valley have?
Friendship Village Inpatient Care Home – Hospice of the Valley has 128 beds.
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