Friendship Village Palliative Care Unit – Hospice of the Valley
Nursing Home, Hospice Care & Palliative Care · Tempe, AZ
Friendship Village Palliative Care Unit – Hospice of the Valley
Nursing Home, Hospice Care & Palliative 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 Rank #69 / 521Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 69th out of 521 homes we track in Arizona for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Arizona facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Arizona that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
27 years in operation Rank #50 / 548Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 50th out of 548 homes we track in Arizona for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Arizona facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Arizona that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 55 / 100 Rank #197 / 775Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 197th out of 775 homes we track in Arizona for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Arizona facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Arizona that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
About this community
Facility TypeNursing Care Institution
IssuanceJanuary 1, 1999
License NumberNCI-2646
CMS Certification Number35074
QualificationHealth Care
Friendship Village Palliative Care Unit – Hospice of the Valley is legally operated by Friendship Village Of Tempe, and administered by Jadyne Schmidt.
Pets not allowed
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 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 assisted living residence 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 assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.
10 points below the Arizona average for assisted living residences (82/100)
Rank #216 / 290 in Arizona Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 216th out of 290 homes we track in Arizona for inspection score. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the Arizona average among 290 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Arizona that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score. Inspection score: 72 out of 100. Letter grade C-. 10 points below the Arizona average for assisted living residences (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.
Overall vs. AZ average
3 Worse
Metrics worse than Arizona average:
• Total deficiencies (233% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (28% above)
• Total complaints (67% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Arizona average:
• Enforcement actions (100% below)
• Total deficiencies (233% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (28% above)
• Total complaints (67% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Arizona average:
• Enforcement actions (100% below)
Deficiencies
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 30 | 9 | This facility has 233% more total deficiencies than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (30 vs. AZ avg 9).↑ 233% worse Rank #362 / 400 Total deficiencies — State benchmarked This home is ranked 362nd out of 400 homes we track in Arizona for deficiencies. Shows this facility's deficiencies compared to the Arizona average among 400 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Arizona that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric. |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 2.3 | 1.8 | This facility has 28% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (2.3 vs. AZ avg 1.8).↑ 28% worse Rank #208 / 400 Deficiencies per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 208th out of 400 homes we track in Arizona for deficiencies per inspection. Shows this facility's deficiencies per inspection compared to the Arizona average among 400 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Arizona that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric. |
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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 assisted living residence (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 inspections conducted at this facility.
| 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 assisted living residence (10 vs. AZ avg 6).↑ 67% worse Rank #438 / 486 Total complaints — State benchmarked This home is ranked 438th out of 486 homes we track in Arizona for complaint-related visits. Shows this facility's complaint-related visits compared to the Arizona average among 486 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Arizona that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric. |
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3.9 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Tempe's city center to Friendship Village Palliative Care Unit – Hospice of the Valley's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 0.42 miles to nearest hospital (Banner Desert Medical Center)
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Info below is compiled from the AZ Dept. of Health Services (ADHS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
Care Types in This Table
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
PC (Palliative Care):
Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
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A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the Arizona state average. See the benchmark below for the typical Arizona score; higher is better.
This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Regulatory visits tied to complaints or allegations in the state file—not the same as every routine survey.
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Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
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| Friendship Village Palliative Care Unit – Hospice of the Valley | NH HOS PC | Tempe | 128
Facility
128
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#69 / 521 | No |
55
Facility
55
AZ AVG
38
Rank
#197 / 775 | 27
Facility
27
AZ AVG
12
Rank
#50 / 548 | - | Jadyne Schmidt | 72
Facility
72
AZ AVG
82
Rank
#216 / 290 | 13 | 10
Facility
10
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#438 / 486 | 30
Facility
30
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#362 / 400 | 2.3
Facility
2.3
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#208 / 400 |
| Friendship Village Inpatient Care Home – Hospice of the Valley | NH HOS | Tempe | 128
Facility
128
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#69 / 521 | Yes |
55
Facility
55
AZ AVG
38
Rank
#197 / 775 | 48
Facility
48
AZ AVG
12
Rank
#4 / 548 | A+ | Emily Garba | 72
Facility
72
AZ AVG
82
Rank
#220 / 290 | 13 | 10
Facility
10
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#438 / 486 | 30
Facility
30
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#362 / 400 | 2.3
Facility
2.3
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#208 / 400 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Friendship Village Palliative Care Unit – Hospice of the Valley
Who is the owner of Friendship Village Palliative Care Unit – Hospice of the Valley?
Friendship Village Palliative Care Unit – Hospice of the Valley is legally operated by Friendship Village Of Tempe, and administered by Jadyne Schmidt.
Is Friendship Village Palliative Care Unit – Hospice of the Valley in a walkable area?
Friendship Village Palliative Care Unit – 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 Palliative Care Unit – Hospice of the Valley?
According to AZ state health department records, Friendship Village Palliative Care Unit – Hospice of the Valley's license number is NCI-2646.
How long has Friendship Village Palliative Care Unit – Hospice of the Valley been in business?
Friendship Village Palliative Care Unit – Hospice of the Valley has been operating for approximately 27 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Friendship Village Palliative Care Unit – Hospice of the Valley?
No, Friendship Village Palliative Care Unit – Hospice of the Valley has a no-pet policy.
Who is the administrator of Friendship Village Palliative Care Unit – Hospice of the Valley?
Jadyne Schmidt is the administrator of Friendship Village Palliative Care Unit – Hospice of the Valley.
How many beds does Friendship Village Palliative Care Unit – Hospice of the Valley have?
Friendship Village Palliative Care Unit – Hospice of the Valley has 128 beds.
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