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Total health inspections
4
Arizona average 6.3
Last Health inspection on Feb 2024
Primarily short stays
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
La Cañada Care Center
Nursing Home
La Cañada Care Center
Nursing Home
Overview of La Cañada Care Center
Achieve your full potential amidst a safe and secure setting in La Cañada Care Center, a nurturing community in Tucson, AZ, offering compassionate skilled nursing care. They feature a team of reliable care experts available 24/7 to assist residents with their daily living activities, care needs, and emergencies. Their excellent rehabilitation team is also available to provide residents with quality physical, occupational, and speech therapy services to help them regain their strength and maintain their overall function.
Residents here also have access to an array of activities to keep them active and engaged, alongside lovely outdoor spaces and common areas for relaxation and socialization. Flavorful and nutritious meals are also available upon request, giving residents proper nourishment and nutrition. At La Cañada Care Center, they go above and beyond in creating an innovative and nurturing environment.
Quality ratings
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Nursing care per resident
Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
Staffing hours breakdown
Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Registered Nurse (RN)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
LPN / LVN
Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse hours per resident per day.
Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse hours per resident per day.
Nurse Aide
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Total Nursing (Weekend)
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Physical Therapist
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
RN (Weekend)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
128
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
72.7%
Residents per day (avg)
94
Occupancy rate
72.7%
Residents per day (avg)
94
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Post-acute recovery
Temporary care
Transitional stays
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
22% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
23 days
Private pay
63% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
20 days
Medicaid
15% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
6 - 7 months
Finances and operations
Proprietary home
Corporation
Home revenue
$10.2M
Profit
$2.0M
Proprietary home
Corporation
Home revenue
$10,244,329.00
Profit
$1,960,565.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$5.5M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$2.8M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$8.3M
128-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score: 12 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
Services
About this community
License Status
ActiveFacility Type
Nursing Care Institution
License Expiration
June 30, 2026
Additional licensing details
License number:
NCI-2731
CMS Certification Number:
35189
Qualification:
Health Care
Ownership & operating entity
La Cañada Care Center is legally operated by La Canada Care Center, and administrated by DONOVAN PLA.
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Leadership
Contact:
Mr. David Kafora, Executive Director
Dining & Nutrition
Food Description
Gourmet cuisine and meals upon request.
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Private Rooms
Building Type: Single-story
Dining Services
Recreational Activities
Exercise Programs
Types of Care at La Cañada Care Center
Nursing Home
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.
16 visits/inspections
15 complaint inspections
15 complaints
Formal expressions of dissatisfaction or concern made by residents, or their families regarding various aspects of the care, services, and environment provided.
Latest inspection
Date:April 7, 2025
Type:Complaint
Results:No deficiencies
9 violations
Violations indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
9 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
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The information below is reported by the Arizona Department of Health Services, Bureau of Long Term Care Licensing.
La Cañada Care Center
-60%
-15%
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Tucson (La Canada Estates)
128
No
-
12
La Canada Care Center
72.7%
$10,235,523.00
$5,487,231.00
53.6%
93.50
3.4370
-
20
-
-60%-15%
0%
Private Rooms
Haven Health Tucson
+18%
-39%
+5%
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Tucson
118
No
-
27
SEASTRAND, JASON
76.5%
$29,940,328.00
$6,653,440.00
22.2%
93.70
2.4940
1
19
2
+18%-39%+5%Private Rooms
Brookdale Santa Catalina
-26%
+4%
+29%
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
IL
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
MC
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Tucson (Sin Vacas)
282
No
A+
0
MUNOZ, ANNA
94.0%
$6,951,572.00
$6,678,705.00
96.1%
34.80
4.2430
-
30
-
-26%+4%+29%Private Rooms
Catalina Post-Acute & Rehabilitation
-11%
-14%
+27%
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Tucson (Samos)
94
No
-
84
Catalina Post Acute And Rehabilitation
92.7%
$14,604,576.00
$7,486,157.00
51.3%
95.90
3.4883
-
26
-
-11%-14%+27%Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Santa Rita Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
-43%
-17%
+8%
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Green Valley
111
No
-
57
HATCH, BRANDON
78.3%
$14,213,915.00
$4,595,673.00
32.3%
93.70
3.3523
-
35
-
-43%-17%+8%Studio / 1 Bed / Private Rooms
La Cañada Care Center
Type of care:
SNF
Community:
Tucson (La Canada Estates)
Bed Count:
128
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
La Canada Care Center
CCN:
35189
Occupancy:
72.7%
Home Revenue:
$10,235,523.00
Payroll Costs:
$5,487,231.00
Payroll %:
53.6%
Avg Residents/Day:
93.50
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.4370
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
20
RN share vs State Avg:
-60%
-60%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-15%
-15%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
0%
Bed Options:
Private Rooms
Haven Health Tucson
Type of care:
SNF
Community:
Tucson
Bed Count:
118
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
SEASTRAND, JASON
CCN:
35165
Occupancy:
76.5%
Home Revenue:
$29,940,328.00
Payroll Costs:
$6,653,440.00
Payroll %:
22.2%
Avg Residents/Day:
93.70
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
2.4940
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
1
Citations:
19
Severe Citations:
2
RN share vs State Avg:
+18%
+18%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-39%
-39%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+5%
+5%
Bed Options:
Private Rooms
Brookdale Santa Catalina
Type of care:
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Community:
Tucson (Sin Vacas)
Bed Count:
282
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
MUNOZ, ANNA
CCN:
35253
Occupancy:
94.0%
Home Revenue:
$6,951,572.00
Payroll Costs:
$6,678,705.00
Payroll %:
96.1%
Avg Residents/Day:
34.80
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
4.2430
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
30
RN share vs State Avg:
-26%
-26%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+4%
+4%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+29%
+29%
Bed Options:
Private Rooms
Catalina Post-Acute & Rehabilitation
Type of care:
SNF
Community:
Tucson (Samos)
Bed Count:
94
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
Catalina Post Acute And Rehabilitation
CCN:
35190
Occupancy:
92.7%
Home Revenue:
$14,604,576.00
Payroll Costs:
$7,486,157.00
Payroll %:
51.3%
Avg Residents/Day:
95.90
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.4883
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
26
RN share vs State Avg:
-11%
-11%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-14%
-14%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+27%
+27%
Bed Options:
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Santa Rita Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Type of care:
SNF
Community:
Green Valley
Bed Count:
111
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
HATCH, BRANDON
CCN:
35073
Occupancy:
78.3%
Home Revenue:
$14,213,915.00
Payroll Costs:
$4,595,673.00
Payroll %:
32.3%
Avg Residents/Day:
93.70
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.3523
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
35
RN share vs State Avg:
-43%
-43%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-17%
-17%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+8%
+8%
Bed Options:
Studio / 1 Bed / Private Rooms
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
126
Total Staff
125
Employees
1
Contractors
36,404
Total Hours (Quarter)
50
Avg Staff/Day
8
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 5 | 8.7 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 19 | 8.2 | No |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 53 | 8.1 | Yes |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
81 staff
8.2hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
11 staff
8.3hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
21 staff
7hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
1 staff
7.3hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
2 staff
7hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
3 staff
7.6hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
6 staff
7.8hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
0%
of total hours from contractors
8 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 52 | 1 | 53 | 16,307 | 91 | 100% | 8.1 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 19 | 0 | 19 | 7,441 | 91 | 100% | 8.2 |
| Dental Services Staff | 6 | 0 | 6 | 2,100 | 74 | 81% | 7.8 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 10 | 0 | 10 | 1,527 | 70 | 77% | 8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1,166 | 66 | 73% | 8.3 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,055 | 71 | 78% | 5.8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 8 | 0 | 8 | 1,043 | 69 | 76% | 7.5 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 4 | 0 | 4 | 965 | 82 | 90% | 8.3 |
| Registered Nurse | 5 | 0 | 5 | 964 | 76 | 84% | 8.7 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 697 | 90 | 99% | 7.3 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 569 | 66 | 73% | 7 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 3 | 0 | 3 | 557 | 76 | 84% | 6.5 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 549 | 61 | 67% | 9 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 520 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 504 | 63 | 69% | 8 |
| Therapeutic Recreation Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 440 | 60 | 66% | 7.3 |
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
20
Citations per inspection
5
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
19 of 20 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 1 of 20 resulted from complaint investigations.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than Arizona averageArizona average: 0.1
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than Arizona averageArizona average: 0.6
0 critical citations
0 serious citations
19 moderate citations
1 minor citation
Citations history (last 3 years)
Nursing Services moderate citation
Feb 02, 2024
Corrected
Nursing Services moderate citation
Feb 02, 2024
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Feb 02, 2024
Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation
Feb 02, 2024
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: For-Profit LLC
Part of: Bandera Health Care Inc
Resident Census by Payment Source
71
Total Residents
Medicare
10
(14.1%)
ⓘ
Medicaid
61
(85.9%)
ⓘ
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Active
Resident Council
ⓘ
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
9.8
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
9.8
29% worse than Arizona averageArizona average: 7.6
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
22.0
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
22.0
37% worse than Arizona averageArizona average: 16.1
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
12.6%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
12.6%
13% worse than Arizona averageArizona average: 11.2%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
30.0%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
30.0%
90% worse than Arizona averageArizona average: 15.8%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
23.3%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
23.3%
12% worse than Arizona averageArizona average: 20.8%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
1.3%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
1.3%
38% better than Arizona averageArizona average: 2.1%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
2.3%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
2.3%
55% better than Arizona averageArizona average: 5.1%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.0%
100% better than Arizona averageArizona average: 1.3%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
2.6%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
2.6%
52% better than Arizona averageArizona average: 5.4%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
11.6%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
11.6%
158% worse than Arizona averageArizona average: 4.5%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
10.9%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
10.9%
6% worse than Arizona averageArizona average: 10.3%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
97.8%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
97.8%
In line with Arizona averageArizona average: 97.2%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
98.4%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
98.4%
In line with Arizona averageArizona average: 94.6%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
94.7%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
94.7%
In line with Arizona averageArizona average: 91.5%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.3%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.3%
72% better than Arizona averageArizona average: 1.0%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
87.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
87.0%
In line with Arizona averageArizona average: 87.3%
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
27.1%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
27.1%
10% worse than Arizona averageArizona average: 24.6%
Emergency department visits
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
5.4%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
5.4%
50% better than Arizona averageArizona average: 10.7%
Falls with major injury
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.0%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.0%
100% better than Arizona averageArizona average: 0.8%
Ability to care for self at discharge
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
55.4%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
55.4%
In line with Arizona averageArizona average: 53.7%
Successful return to home or community
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
62.1%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
62.1%
23% better than Arizona averageArizona average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for La Cañada Care Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
72.7%
↑ 2.5pp vs 2022
Net Income
$1,960,565
↑ ~$476K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$6,490,768
↑ ~$422K vs 2022
Profit Margin
19.2%
↑ 4.7pp vs 2022
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