Emblem Hospice

Overview of Emblem Hospice

Emblem Hospice is a compassionate and warm community in Tucson, AZ, dedicated to helping residents experience a comfortable end-of-life journey. With their extensive array of care services, residents can rest assured knowing that all of their care and support needs are within easy reach. They also provide extensive home health care services to support residents who need help recovering from an injury or hospitalization or managing their chronic conditions.

Through their comprehensive home care services, residents can age in place in the comfort of their homes while receiving assistance with their daily activities, medication management, and more. Knowing that losing a loved one is a very difficult process, their dedicated team ensures residents’ families are provided with compassionate bereavement support. With Emblem Hospice, residents can make the most of their later years in a serene and nurturing setting.

(520) 744-6100

Types of Care at Emblem Hospice

Hospice Care

12 years in operation

A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.

Walk Score: 73 / 100

Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

BBB Rating: A (Not Accredited)

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About this community

Facility TypeHospice Service Agency

StatusActive

IssuanceJuly 15, 2013

ExpirationJanuary 31, 2026

License NumberHSPC11452

CMS Certification Number31624

QualificationHealth Care

Emblem Hospice is legally operated by Hummingbird Healthcare, LLC, and administrated by Tobias Emms.

Rehabilitation Services

24-Hour Staffing

Home Health

Hospice

Home Care

Since 2024 · 2 years of data 1 deficiency 2 inspections

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 2024 vs. Arizona state average

Overall vs. AZ average

Latest Inspection December 10, 2024 Other 1 deficiencies

Deficiencies Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	AZ Average	vs. AZ Avg
Total deficiencies Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	1	9	This facility has 89% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Arizona nursing home (1 vs. AZ avg 9).↓ 89% better
Deficiencies per year Average deficiencies per year since 2024.	0.5	4.5	This facility has 89% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Arizona nursing home (0.5 vs. AZ avg 4.5).↓ 89% better
Deficiencies per inspection Average deficiencies per inspection.	0.5	1.8	This facility has 72% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Arizona nursing home (0.5 vs. AZ avg 1.8).↓ 72% 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.	2	5	This facility has 60% fewer total inspections than a typical Arizona nursing home (2 vs. AZ avg 5).↓ 60% better

Inspection Reports Summary An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

The most recent inspection on December 12, 2024, identified one deficiency related to infection control standards. Earlier inspections were mostly clean, including a May 15, 2024 survey with no deficiencies noted. Prior reports cited issues with infection prevention practices but did not include fines, immediate jeopardy findings, or enforcement actions. No complaint investigations were reported in the available records. The facility’s inspection history shows generally stable compliance with a minor issue noted in the latest survey.

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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 Emblem Hospice in?

Emblem Hospice is in the Colonia Del Rio neighborhood of Tucson.

Who is the owner of Emblem Hospice?

The legal owner and operator of Emblem Hospice is Hummingbird Healthcare, LLC.

Is Emblem Hospice in a walkable area?

Emblem Hospice has a walk score of 73. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the license number of Emblem Hospice?

According to AZ state health department records, Emblem Hospice's license number is HSPC11452.

When does Emblem Hospice's license expire?

According to AZ state health department records, Emblem Hospice's license expires on January 31, 2026.

Who is the administrator of Emblem Hospice?

Tobias Emms is the administrator of Emblem Hospice.

Are there photos of Emblem Hospice?

Yes — there are 13 photos of Emblem Hospice in the photo gallery on this page.

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