Emerald Springs Senior Living

Overview of Emerald Springs Senior Living

Find the care you need at Emerald Springs Senior Living, an outstanding 55+ community in Yuma, AZ, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Dedicated to improving residents’ well-being, a kind and highly trained team provides top-notch care tailored to their personal needs around the clock. Residents keep their peace of mind with beautifully furnished and spacious accommodations in a nurturing and welcoming environment.

Here, residents are encouraged to live actively and make new friends with a jam-packed calendar of fun recreational activities and engaging programs. Three delicious and healthy meals are also served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Scheduled transportation and a 24-hour emergency call system are provided for residents’ convenience and safety. The community is great for those seeking independence in their golden years, especially with its state-of-the-art amenities.

(928) 317-3333

200-bed community

A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.

6 years in operation

An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.

Walk Score: 9 / 100

Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

BBB Rating: A+ (Accredited)

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About this community

Facility TypeAssisted Living Center

StatusActive

IssuanceApril 21, 2020

ExpirationMarch 31, 2027

License NumberAL11478C

QualificationHealth Care

Emerald Springs Senior Living is administrated by April L Chavez.

OwnerEMERALD SPRINGS OF YUMA, LLC

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

ContactApril Chavez

Since 2024 · 2 years of data 8 complaints 11 inspections

Inspection Score

11 points below the Arizona average for nursing homes (82/100)

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 2024 vs. Arizona state average

Overall vs. AZ average

Latest Inspection September 24, 2025 Complaint No deficiencies

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.	2	0.9	This facility has 122% more enforcement actions than a typical Arizona nursing home (2 vs. AZ avg 0.9).↑ 122% worse

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.	11	5	This facility has 120% more total inspections than a typical Arizona nursing home (11 vs. AZ avg 5).↑ 120% worse

Complaints & Investigations Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.	This Facility	AZ Average	vs. AZ Avg
Total complaints Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff.	8	6	This facility has 33% more total complaints than a typical Arizona nursing home (8 vs. AZ avg 6).↑ 33% worse Rank #427 / 500 Total complaints — State benchmarked This home is ranked 427th out of 500 homes in Arizona. Shows this facility's complaint-related visits compared to the Arizona average among 500 comparable communities in the ranking pool.
Complaints per year Average complaints per year since 2024.	4	3	This facility has 33% more complaints per year than a typical Arizona nursing home (4 vs. AZ avg 3).↑ 33% worse

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

The most recent inspection on September 24, 2025 found no deficiencies during complaint investigations of three separate complaints.
Multiple deficiencies related to failure to immediately report suspected abuse or neglect occurred repeatedly from July 2024 through June 2025, resulting in a $500 fine paid in August 2024.
The January 9, 2024 annual inspection cited three deficiencies involving food safety, refrigerator thermometer accuracy, and premises safety, showing ongoing issues with environmental and safety compliance.

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No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

Financial Trends

Historical financial and operational data for Emerald Springs Senior Living based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.

Occupancy Rate 50.5% ↓ 16.9pp vs 2020

Net Income -$660.0K ↓ ~$330.2K vs 2020

Total Payroll $5.1M ↓ ~$1.8M vs 2020

Profit Margin -7.5% ↓ 4.9pp vs 2020

Metric	2011	2012	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021
Occupancy %	84.7%	83.3%	80.6%	92.4%	90.6%	90.1%	87.9%	83.6%	81.8%	67.4%	50.5%
Beds	128	128	128	102	102	102	102	102	109	102	102
Net Income	$767,170	$359,251	$321,477	$110,726	$142,841	$580,922	$854,633	$180,604	-$317,880	-$329,881	-$660,038
Gross Revenue	$10,927,681	$10,709,338	$10,742,322	$10,770,193	$10,712,424	$10,847,749	$11,452,056	$11,483,745	$12,739,691	$13,092,289	$8,846,085
Operating Expenses	$7,426,569	$7,440,331	$7,782,366	$7,633,192	$7,677,888	$7,631,964	$7,907,675	$8,578,873	$9,935,053	$10,264,468	$7,748,262
Net Patient Revenue	$8,105,791	$7,711,901	$7,993,429	$7,658,226	$7,673,256	$8,137,038	$8,664,055	$8,693,257	$9,321,830	$9,984,832	$7,032,250
Total Payroll	$4,994,735	$4,819,941	$4,877,944	$4,875,350	$5,133,973	$5,555,464	$5,161,326	$5,563,069	$6,515,257	$6,877,051	$5,103,271
Profit Margin %	7.0%	3.4%	3.0%	1.0%	1.3%	5.4%	7.5%	1.6%	-2.5%	-2.5%	-7.5%
Medicare %	4.4%	3.3%	2.4%	3.5%	2.9%	2.1%	1.5%	2.1%	2.0%	4.6%	2.8%
Medicaid %	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	79.0%	84.4%	88.8%	89.1%	88.9%	86.3%	84.0%	89.5%
Private %	95.6%	96.7%	97.6%	17.5%	12.6%	9.1%	9.4%	9.0%	11.7%	11.4%	7.7%
Revenue/Day	$205	$198	$213	$223	$228	$242	$265	$279	$289	$372	$374
Cost/Day	$188	$191	$207	$222	$228	$227	$242	$276	$308	$382	$412
Avg Length of Stay	280.6 days	171.9 days	177.4 days	220.6 days	276.4 days	185.8 days	153.6 days	192.1 days	61.4 days	49.5 days	128.8 days

Finances and operations

Home revenue

$8.8M

Privately-owned community Operated by a partnership between two or more business owners.

Home revenue

$8.8M

Payroll costs

$5.1M

57.7% of revenue

What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Building Type: 2-story

Beauty Services

Transportation Services

Housekeeping Services

Social and Recreational Activities

Exercise Programs

3.5 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Yuma's city center to Emerald Springs Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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)

Compare Nursing Home around Yuma

The information below is reported by the Arizona Department of Health Services, Bureau of Long Term Care Licensing.

2 facilities compared · CMS & AZ Dept. of Health data

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Yuma Senior Living		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Yuma	202 Facility 202 AZ AVG 55 Rank #16 / 529	-	-	3.69				-20%	-9%	$0	28	4.7	-	99	A+	81 Facility 81 AZ AVG 37 Rank #7 / 819	Todd Fletcher	$11.4M	$6.6M	57.5%	35133
Emerald Springs Senior Living	-	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Yuma	200 Facility 200 AZ AVG 55 Rank #17 / 529	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	A+	9 Facility 9 AZ AVG 37 Rank #696 / 819		$8.8M	$5.1M	57.7%	35137

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Who is the owner of Emerald Springs Senior Living?

The legal owner and operator of Emerald Springs Senior Living is Emerald Springs Of Yuma, Llc.

Is Emerald Springs Senior Living in a walkable area?

Emerald Springs Senior Living has a walk score of 9. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Emerald Springs Senior Living?

According to AZ state health department records, Emerald Springs Senior Living's license number is AL11478C.

When does Emerald Springs Senior Living's license expire?

According to AZ state health department records, Emerald Springs Senior Living's license expires on March 31, 2027.

Who is the administrator of Emerald Springs Senior Living?

April L Chavez is the administrator of Emerald Springs Senior Living.

How many beds does Emerald Springs Senior Living have?

Emerald Springs Senior Living has 200 beds.

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