Desert Haven Home Care
Assisted Living · Phoenix, AZ
Desert Haven Home Care
Assisted Living · 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 Rank #455 / 529Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 455th out of 529 homes in Arizona. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Arizona SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
9 years in operation Rank #221 / 531Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 221st out of 531 homes in Arizona. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Arizona SNFs. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score: 68 / 100 Rank #66 / 819Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 66th out of 819 homes in Arizona. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Arizona SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.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 TypeAssisted Living Home
StatusActive
IssuanceNovember 10, 2016
ExpirationSeptember 30, 2026
License NumberAL10165H
QualificationHealth Care
Desert Haven Home Care is administrated 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.
Since 2023 · 3 years of data
12 deficiencies
3 complaints
5 inspections
Inspection Score
A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, 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.
A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, 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.
6 points below the Arizona average for assisted living residences (75/100)
Inspection score: 69 out of 100. Letter grade D+. 6 points below the Arizona average for assisted living residences (75/100)
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.
Since 2023 vs. Arizona state average
Overall vs. AZ average
4 Worse
Metrics worse than Arizona average:
• Total deficiencies (33% above)
• Deficiencies per year (33% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (33% above)
• Enforcement actions (344% above) 1 At Avg Metrics at Arizona average:
• Total inspections (at AZ avg) 2 Better Metrics better than Arizona average:
• Total complaints (50% below)
• Complaints per year (50% below)
• Total deficiencies (33% above)
• Deficiencies per year (33% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (33% above)
• Enforcement actions (344% above) 1 At Avg Metrics at Arizona average:
• Total inspections (at AZ avg) 2 Better Metrics better than Arizona average:
• Total complaints (50% below)
• Complaints per year (50% below)
Latest Inspection
August 5, 2025
Complaint
No deficiencies
Deficiencies
| This Facility | AZ Average | vs. AZ Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 12 | 9 | This facility has 33% more total deficiencies than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (12 vs. AZ avg 9).↑ 33% worse |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2023.
| 4 | 3 | This facility has 33% more deficiencies per year than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (4 vs. AZ avg 3).↑ 33% worse |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 2.4 | 1.8 | This facility has 33% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (2.4 vs. AZ avg 1.8).↑ 33% worse |
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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
| This Facility | AZ Average | vs. AZ Avg |
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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
| This Facility | AZ Average | vs. AZ Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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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 |
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Complaints per year
Average complaints per year since 2023.
| 1 | 2 | This facility has 50% fewer complaints per year than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (1 vs. AZ avg 2).↓ 50% better |
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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6.8 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Phoenix's city center to Desert Haven Home Care's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 1.31 miles to nearest hospital (Phoenix Children's Hospital Thomas Campus - Pulmonology)
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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?
The legal owner and operator of Desert Haven Home Care is Desert Haven Home Care, L.l.c..
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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