Life Care Center of North Glendale
Life Care Center of North Glendale is a Nursing Home in Arizona
Life Care Center of… is a Nursing Home in Arizona
Life Care Center of North Glendale
Life Care Center of North Glendale is a Nursing Home in Arizona
Life Care Center of… is a Nursing Home in Arizona
Overview of Life Care Center of North Glendale
Life Care Center of North Glendale is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility. The upscale nursing home aims to change the meaning of skilled nursing and rehabilitation for seniors through the exceptional care delivered by their patient-friendly staff to offer the best care possible for their residents. Life Care Center can be trusted as a safe and secure community that cares for every patient’s needs.
Convenience and hassle-free living is the center of Life Care Center services: medication management, post-surgical care, and wound care; their 24-hour skilled nursing care services provide compassionate care as it is their utmost priority. Other benefits include 24/7 easy admissions, fall prevention, IV therapy, discharge planning, and case management.
The community administrator oversees the management and operations of Life Care Center of North Glendale, ensuring compliance with health information privacy laws and providing leadership in accordance with legal requirements.
Home Information
LIFE CARE CENTER OF NORTH GLENDALE
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Occupancy trails most facilities in the state, suggesting excess open capacity. The facility operates with a larger bed count than most state competitors, supporting broader intake. Residents generally stay for shorter periods than state peers, pointing to quicker turnover.
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Home revenue ranks in the upper tier statewide, reflecting strong billing volume. Payroll spending sits in the top tier, showing a strong investment in staffing resources. Total income mirrors statewide norms, reflecting a balanced margin profile.
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Medicare nights run higher than most peers, indicating robust short-stay referrals. Medicaid nights are roughly in line with the state middle third, maintaining a balanced safety-net share. Private pay nights lead the state, showing strong demand from market-rate residents.
OccupancyBeds
223
Occupancy
56.4%
Total Bed Days Available
81395
Avg. Length of Stay
33 days
Avg. Residents per Day
120
FinanceHome Revenue
$18,175,443.00
Payroll Costs
$7,821,139.00
Profit
$562,677.00
Total Home Costs
$14,950,887.00
Payroll % of Revenue
Percentage of home revenue spent on payroll costs.
Percentage of home revenue spent on payroll costs.
43%
House Specifics:CCN
35126
Owner Name
NORHTON, TODD
Rural vs. Urban
Urban
County
Maricopa
Type of Control
Voluntary Nonprofit — Church
OperationsTotal Admissions
1318
Total Discharges
1344
% Medicaid Admissions
15%
% Medicare Admissions
11%
% Private Pay Admissions
74%
% Medicaid Discharges
15%
% Medicare Discharges
11%
% Private Pay Discharges
74%
Quality Ratings
Overall Rating
CMS 5-star rating based on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.
CMS 5-star rating based on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.
4 / 5
Health Inspection Rating
Rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
3 / 5
Staffing Rating
Rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
3 / 5
QM Rating
Quality Measures rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Quality Measures rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
5 / 5
Nurse Hours / Resident / Day
Total nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Total nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
3.47 hrs
Medicaid, Medicare & Private
Medicare Nights
Number of resident nights paid by Medicare for short-term or rehab care.
Number of resident nights paid by Medicare for short-term or rehab care.
27090
Medicaid Nights
Resident nights covered by Medicaid for long-term care or support services.
Resident nights covered by Medicaid for long-term care or support services.
2735
Free Market Nights
Nights paid privately by residents or families, without Medicare/Medicaid coverage.
Nights paid privately by residents or families, without Medicare/Medicaid coverage.
15188
223-bed community
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Walk Score: 52 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
About this community
License Status
ActiveFacility Type
Nursing Care Institution
License Expiration
April 30, 2026
Additional licensing details
License number:
NCI-381
CMS Certification Number:
35126
Qualification:
Health Care
Ownership & operating entity
Life Care Center of North Glendale is legally operated by Life Care Center Of North Glendale, and administrated by KIMBERLY A TROTTA.
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.
17 visits/inspections
15 complaint inspections
17 routine inspections
Latest inspection
Date:July 7, 2025
Type:Complaint
Results:No deficiencies
15 complaints
Formal expressions of dissatisfaction or concern made by residents, or their families regarding various aspects of the care, services, and environment provided.
Arizona average: 6 complaints
10 violations
Violations indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Arizona average: 12 violations
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Comparison Chart
The information below is reported by the Arizona Department of Health Services, Bureau of Long Term Care Licensing.Compare Nursing Homes around Glendale
Life Care Center of North Glendale
AL
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Glendale
223
No
52
NORHTON, TODD
56.4%
$18,175,443.00
$7,821,139.00
43%
120.10
4/5
3.4724
3/5
3/5
5/5
Advanced Health Care of Glendale
AL
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Glendale
54
No
62
CALDWELL, WYATT
91.9%
$15,186,531.00
$4,831,168.00
31.8%
48.80
5/5
3.8479
4/5
4/5
5/5
Golden Age Care Home
AL
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Glendale
5
No
54
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Glencroft Center for Modern Aging
AL
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Glendale
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No
33
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
133
Total Staff
130
Employees
3
Contractors
45,974
Total Hours (Quarter)
60
Avg Staff/Day
8.4
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 12 | 9.7 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 26 | 9.4 | No |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 55 | 8.6 | No |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
2 staff
8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
94 staff
8.9hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
5 staff
7.4hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
24 staff
6.7hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
3 staff
6.1hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
3 staff
7hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
2 staff
8hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
0.5%
of total hours from contractors
214 contractor hours this quarter
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Medical Director: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 55 | 0 | 55 | 21,889 | 91 | 100% | 8.6 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 26 | 0 | 26 | 10,682 | 91 | 100% | 9.4 |
| Registered Nurse | 12 | 0 | 12 | 4,213 | 91 | 100% | 9.7 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,305 | 76 | 84% | 7.2 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1,190 | 85 | 93% | 6.4 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1,084 | 79 | 87% | 6.2 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 682 | 90 | 99% | 6.6 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 5 | 0 | 5 | 676 | 67 | 74% | 7.9 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 1 | 2 | 557 | 62 | 68% | 7.3 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 520 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 4 | 0 | 4 | 514 | 78 | 86% | 6.3 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 504 | 63 | 69% | 8 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 467 | 58 | 64% | 8 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 463 | 59 | 65% | 7.8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 414 | 55 | 60% | 7.5 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 3 | 0 | 3 | 213 | 34 | 37% | 6.1 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 68 | 6 | 7% | 11.3 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 23 | 3 | 3% | 7.5 |
Health Inspection History
Source: CMS Health Citations (Jan 2020 – Mar 2025)
6
Inspections
28
Total Citations
0
Critical (J-L)
0
Serious (G-I)
4.67
Citations/Inspection
Mar 2025
Last Inspection
Citation Severity Distribution
What do these levels mean?
Top Deficiency Categories
Quality of Life & Care
7
25% of total
Resident Rights
5
18% of total
Pharmacy Services
4
14% of total
Infection Control
2
7% of total
Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation
1
4% of total
Citation Sources
Standard Inspections
25
Complaint Investigations
3
State Comparison (AZ)
Avg Citations (State)
23.2
This Facility: 28
Avg Critical (State)
0.1
This Facility: 0
Recent Citations (Last 3 Years)
| Date | Severity ? | Category | Tag | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 12, 2025 | E | Nursing Services | F0725 | Corrected |
| Aug 28, 2024 | D | Abuse/Neglect | F0600 | Corrected |
| Jun 14, 2024 | D | Resident Rights | F0580 | Corrected |
| Jul 03, 2023 | E | Care Planning | F0645 | Corrected |
| May 05, 2022 | D | Infection Control | F0880 | Corrected |
| May 05, 2022 | E | Nursing Services | F0725 | Corrected |
| May 05, 2022 | D | Pharmacy | F0757 | Corrected |
| May 05, 2022 | D | Pharmacy | F0758 | Corrected |
| May 05, 2022 | E | Quality of Care | F0677 | Corrected |
| May 05, 2022 | E | Quality of Care | F0688 | Corrected |
| May 05, 2022 | D | Care Planning | F0660 | Corrected |
| May 05, 2022 | D | Resident Rights | F0550 | Corrected |
| May 05, 2022 | E | Resident Rights | F0585 | Corrected |
| May 05, 2022 | D | Resident Rights | F0623 | Corrected |
| Jan 08, 2020 | D | Infection Control | F0880 | Corrected |
| Jan 08, 2020 | E | Nursing Services | F0725 | Corrected |
| Jan 08, 2020 | E | Nursing Services | F0732 | Corrected |
| Jan 08, 2020 | E | Pharmacy | F0758 | Corrected |
| Jan 08, 2020 | D | Pharmacy | F0759 | Corrected |
| Jan 08, 2020 | D | Quality of Care | F0684 | Corrected |
| Jan 08, 2020 | D | Quality of Care | F0685 | Corrected |
| Jan 08, 2020 | E | Quality of Care | F0686 | Corrected |
| Jan 08, 2020 | D | Quality of Care | F0689 | Corrected |
| Jan 08, 2020 | D | Quality of Care | F0695 | Corrected |
| Jan 08, 2020 | D | Care Planning | F0645 | Corrected |
| Jan 08, 2020 | D | Care Planning | F0658 | Corrected |
| Jan 08, 2020 | D | Care Planning | F0661 | Corrected |
| Jan 08, 2020 | D | Resident Rights | F0550 | Corrected |
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: For-Profit Corporation
Part of: Life Care Center of America
Resident Census by Payment Source
120
Total Residents
Medicare
8
(6.7%)
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Medicaid
69
(57.5%)
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Private Pay/Other
43
(35.8%)
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Programs & Services
Residents' Group
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Family Engagement
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Active
Resident Council
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Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Arizona Long Term Care System
ALTCS
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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).
- AZ Specifics: Covers tribal members; rural outreach.
- Services: 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
- General: Age 60+, Arizona resident, at risk of institutionalization.
- Income Limits: ~$2,000/month (individual, varies).
- Asset Limits: $10,000 (individual).
- AZ Specifics: Limited funding; waitlists common.
- Services: Homemaker services (3-5 hours/week), respite care (up to 10 days/year), adult day care (~$60/day).
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
AZ SCSEP
- General: Age 55+, Arizona resident, unemployed, low-income.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$1,519/month (125% of poverty level, individual).
- Asset Limits: Not specified; income-driven.
- AZ Specifics: Wages at highest of federal/state/local minimum ($14.35/hour in 2025).
- Services: Paid training (20 hours/week), job placement (avg. $300-$500/month earnings), career counseling.
Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)
AZ WAP
- General: Age 60+ priority, Arizona resident, own/rent home, low-income.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,510/month (200% of poverty level, individual).
- Asset Limits: Not applicable; income-focused.
- AZ Specifics: High demand in rural desert areas; limited annual funds.
- Services: Insulation, weather stripping, HVAC repairs (avg. $500-$1,000/year savings).
Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly
AZ Section 202
- General: Age 62+, 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).
- AZ Specifics: Limited units; high demand in metro areas like Phoenix.
- Services: Subsidized rent (30% of income, e.g., $300-$500/month), on-site services (housekeeping, transportation, ~$200/month value).
Arizona CARES Program
AZ CARES
- 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.
- AZ Specifics: Focus on rural access; complements ALTCS respite.
- Services: 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
- General: Age 60+ or disabled, 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.
- AZ Specifics: Targets those ineligible for ALTCS; prioritizes rural and tribal areas.
- Services: Homemaker services (3-5 hours/week), personal care (limited hours), respite care (up to 10 days/year), transportation (~5 trips/month).
Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for Arizona Seniors
ALTCS
Arizona Long Term Care System
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, 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).
- AZ Specifics:Covers tribal members; rural outreach.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: In-home care (6-8 hours/day), assisted living, nursing home care, medical services, transportation (10 trips/month).
AZ DES Non-Medical HCBS
Non-Medical Home and Community Based Services
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+, Arizona resident, at risk of institutionalization.
- Income Limits:~$2,000/month (individual, varies).
- Asset Limits:$10,000 (individual).
- AZ Specifics:Limited funding; waitlists common.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Homemaker services (3-5 hours/week), respite care (up to 10 days/year), adult day care (~$60/day).
AZ SCSEP
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 55+, Arizona resident, unemployed, low-income.
- Income Limits (2025):~$1,519/month (125% of poverty level, individual).
- Asset Limits:Not specified; income-driven.
- AZ Specifics:Wages at highest of federal/state/local minimum ($14.35/hour in 2025).
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Paid training (20 hours/week), job placement (avg. $300-$500/month earnings), career counseling.
AZ WAP
Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+ priority, Arizona resident, own/rent home, low-income.
- Income Limits (2025):~$2,510/month (200% of poverty level, individual).
- Asset Limits:Not applicable; income-focused.
- AZ Specifics:High demand in rural desert areas; limited annual funds.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Insulation, weather stripping, HVAC repairs (avg. $500-$1,000/year savings).
AZ Section 202
Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly
Requirements:
- General:Age 62+, 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).
- AZ Specifics:Limited units; high demand in metro areas like Phoenix.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Subsidized rent (30% of income, e.g., $300-$500/month), on-site services (housekeeping, transportation, ~$200/month value).
AZ CARES
Arizona CARES Program
Requirements:
- 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.
- AZ Specifics:Focus on rural access; complements ALTCS respite.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Respite care (up to 10 days/year), counseling (4-6 sessions/year), training (2-3 workshops/year), supplies (~$200/year).
AZ DES Non-Medical HCBS
AZ DES Non-Medical Home and Community Based Services (HCBS)
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+ or disabled, 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.
- AZ Specifics:Targets those ineligible for ALTCS; prioritizes rural and tribal areas.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Homemaker services (3-5 hours/week), personal care (limited hours), respite care (up to 10 days/year), transportation (~5 trips/month).
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