Azorna Hospice & Palliative Care

Overview of Azorna Hospice & Palliative Care

Azorna Hospice & Palliative Care specializes in providing compassionate hospice care for individuals with life-limiting illnesses in Mesa, Arizona. They prioritize expert symptom management, ensuring patients’ comfort and involvement in care decisions. This holistic approach covers home visits, 24/7 phone support, medications, and necessary equipment, all at no extra cost.
Azorna offers a personalized hospice benefit, allowing patients to stay home, with inpatient care arranged when needed. Their services include specialized nursing for symptom management, Hospice Medical Director oversight, licensed Hospice Aides for personal care, Social Workers for support, and spiritual and bereavement counseling. Volunteers offer companionship, medications are managed and delivered, and essential equipment is provided. Azorna Hospice & Palliative Care offers comprehensive and compassionate support for those facing life-limiting illnesses and their families.

(480) 637-4100 hello@azorna.com

6 years in operation

An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.

Walk Score: 45 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Facility TypeHospice Service Agency

StatusActive

IssuanceMarch 4, 2020

ExpirationJanuary 16, 2026 Expired

License NumberHSPC12203, HSPC10137

CMS Certification Number31713

QualificationHealth Care

AccreditationsAccredited by The Joint Commission® in Mesa and CHAP® in Tucson

Azorna Hospice & Palliative Care is legally operated by Azorna Healthcare Llc, and administered by Lisa Hunt.

OwnerAZORNA HEALTHCARE LLC

Accept Medicare

24-Hour Staffing

Specific ProgramsPalliative Care, Grief Support, Volunteer Program

Volunteer ProgramsYes

Inspection Scorecard This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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

Deficiencies Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	AZ Average	vs. AZ Avg
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 State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	AZ Average	vs. AZ Avg
Total inspections Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.	3	5	This facility has 40% fewer total inspections than a typical Arizona nursing home (3 vs. AZ avg 5).↓ 40% better

Managed by Michael Hunt

Executive Director

12.0 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Mesa's city center to Azorna Hospice & Palliative Care's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 2.4 miles to nearest hospital (HonorHealth Four Peaks Medical Center)

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Arizona Long Term Care System

ALTCS

Age 65+ or disabled

General Arizona resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Covers tribal members; rural outreach.

Benefits

In-home care (6-8 hours/day) Assisted living Nursing home care Medical services Transportation (10 trips/month)

Non-Medical Home and Community Based Services

AZ DES Non-Medical HCBS

Age 60+

General Arizona resident, at risk of institutionalization.

Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies

Asset Limits $10,000 individual

Limited funding; waitlists common.

Benefits

Homemaker services (3-5 hours/week) Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Adult day care (~$60/day)

Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)

AZ WAP

Age 60+ priority

General Arizona resident, own/rent home, low-income.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month 200% of poverty level, individual

Asset Limits Not applicable; income-focused.

High demand in rural desert areas; limited annual funds.

Benefits

Insulation Weather stripping HVAC repairs (avg. $500-$1,000/year savings)

Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly

AZ Section 202

Age 62+

General Arizona resident, very low income, able to live independently with support.

Income Limits (2025) ~$1,645/month 50% of area median income, individual, varies by county

Asset Limits $10,000 individual, excludes home if owned

Limited units; high demand in metro areas like Phoenix.

Benefits

Subsidized rent (30% of income, e.g., $300-$500/month) On-site services (housekeeping, transportation, ~$200/month value)

Arizona CARES Program

AZ CARES

Age —

General Caregivers of Arizona residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.

Income Limits No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.

Asset Limits Not applicable; need-based.

Focus on rural access; complements ALTCS respite.

Benefits

Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Counseling (4-6 sessions/year) Training (2-3 workshops/year) Supplies (~$200/year)

AZ DES Non-Medical Home and Community Based Services (HCBS)

AZ DES Non-Medical HCBS

Age 60+ or disabled

General Arizona resident, need assistance with daily activities, not eligible for Medicaid/ALTCS.

Income Limits Above Medicaid threshold but low-income ~$1,500-$2,500/month, varies by region

Asset Limits Not specified; income-driven eligibility.

Targets those ineligible for ALTCS; prioritizes rural and tribal areas.

Benefits

Homemaker services (3-5 hours/week) Personal care (limited hours) Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

What neighborhood is Azorna Hospice & Palliative Care in?

Azorna Hospice & Palliative Care is in the South Ellsworth Road neighborhood of Mesa.

Who is the owner of Azorna Hospice & Palliative Care?

The legal owner and operator of Azorna Hospice & Palliative Care is Azorna Healthcare Llc.

Is Azorna Hospice & Palliative Care in a walkable area?

Azorna Hospice & Palliative Care has a walk score of 45. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Azorna Hospice & Palliative Care?

According to AZ state health department records, Azorna Hospice & Palliative Care's license number is HSPC12203, HSPC10137.

When does Azorna Hospice & Palliative Care's license expire?

According to AZ state health department records, Azorna Hospice & Palliative Care's license expires on January 16, 2026.

Who is the administrator of Azorna Hospice & Palliative Care?

Lisa Hunt is the administrator of Azorna Hospice & Palliative Care.

Are there photos of Azorna Hospice & Palliative Care?

Yes — there is 1 photo of Azorna Hospice & Palliative Care in the photo gallery on this page.

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