Life Care Center of Tucson

Life Care Center of Tucson is a Nursing Home in Arizona

Life Care Center of… is a Nursing Home in Arizona

Life Care Center of Tucson

6211 N La Cholla Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85741 View Map

Life Care Center of Tucson is a Nursing Home in Arizona

Life Care Center of… is a Nursing Home in Arizona

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Overview of Life Care Center of Tucson

Nestled amidst the majestic mountains of Tucson, Arizona, lies the exquisite Life Care Center of Tucson – a haven of vibrant culture and compassionate people. With round-the-clock admissions, comprehensive case management, medication management, social services, wound care, and a myriad of other services provided by skilled health professionals, everyone’s healing journey gets easier through time.
The home creates an enriching and uplifting environment for its residents. From a certified dietitian who ensures nutritional needs are met, to a salon and barbershop where residents can pamper themselves, to state-of-the-art fire safety systems that provide peace of mind, a well-stocked library for leisurely reading, and meticulously landscaped grounds that invite seniors to revel in nature’s splendor, Life Care Center of Tucson surely elevates every senior living experience.

(520) 575-0900

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Nurse hours per resident 4.02/day Arizona avg: 4.06/day
Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
2/5
Arizona avg: 3.3/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
2/5
Arizona avg: 2.8/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
4/5
Arizona avg: 3.0/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
4/5
Arizona avg: 4.5/5

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 162

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Arizona average
Occupancy rate 47.8%
Residents per day (avg) 71
Occupancy rate
47.8%
Residents per day (avg)
71

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Primarily short stays

Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.

Might be optimal for
Post-acute recovery Temporary care Transitional stays

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

18% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 22 days

Private pay

69% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 17 days

Medicaid

12% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 6 - 7 months

Finances and operations

Proprietary home
Other
Home revenue
$12.3M
Operating loss
-$256.1K
Proprietary home Other
Home revenue
$12,312,414.00
Operating loss
$-256,064.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$5.7M
46.6% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$6.8M
Total costs $12.6M
Bed community size
162-bed community
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 43 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Occupancy Rate
36%
Occupied Beds
58 of 162
Percentage of available beds currently in use by residents.
License Status
Active
Facility Type
Nursing Care Institution
License Expiration
January 31, 2026

Additional licensing details

License number: NCI-2721
CMS Certification Number: 35140
Qualification: Health Care

Ownership & operating entity

Life Care Center of Tucson is legally operated by Life Care Center Of Tucson, and administrated by CAYLOR COX.

Nonprofit ownership: No

Safety & Compliance

Safety Features: 24-hour security and fire safety systems.

Staffing

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

Leadership

Contact: Ms. Didi Ramone, Executive Director
CNA Training Program

Care Services

Alzheimer's Certification
Mild Alzheimer's Level
Moderate Alzheimer's Level
Severe Alzheimer's Level
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

All Levels of Care

Skilled Nursing
Rehabilitation
Alzheimer's & Dementia Care
Independent & Assisted Living

Additional Policies & Features

Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC)

Amenities & Lifestyle

24-hour security and fire safety systems
Beauty salon and barber shop
Bedside and bathroom call lights
Certified dietitian
Community re-entry program
Complimentary wireless Internet
Daily activity schedule
Family/resident councils
Fine dining program
Flat-screen TVs
Flexible visiting hours
Full-time
certified activity director
Homelike setting
Housekeeping and laundry services
Landscaped grounds and courtyards
Library
Non-smoking facility
Pet visitors allowed
Private and semiprivate rooms
Private bathrooms
Religious services
Patient/family education program
Telephone and cable television hookups
Transportation services

Programs & Activities

Activities
Daily activity schedule available.
Specific Programs
Skilled Nursing, Rehabilitation, Alzheimer's & Dementia Care, Independent & Assisted Living
Religious Services
Yes

Dining & Nutrition

Food Description
Fine dining program with a certified dietitian.
Contact Life Care Center of Tucson

Performance summary

Key indicators of commitment to quality care and safety.

Ratings

Quality Rating
A Highest rating

Based on state quality rating data.

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.

19 visits/inspections

16 complaint inspections

Arizona average: 6 complaint visits

Arizona average: 5 inspections

16 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

Latest inspection

Date:March 26, 2025
Type:Complaint
Results:No deficiencies

74 violations

Violations indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Arizona average: 12 violations

65 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Inspection Report Summary for Life Care Center of Tucson

Most inspections found multiple deficiencies across areas such as resident rights, safe environment, emergency preparedness, medication management, and staff training. Several complaint investigations substantiated abuse and neglect issues, including failure to assist residents properly and physical abuse by staff. The most recent report from March 26, 2025, continued to identify deficiencies but did not list any fines or enforcement actions. Many issues involved environmental safety hazards, emergency power failures, and incomplete staff training, while medication errors and care plan shortcomings were also noted. There is no clear pattern of improvement or decline, as serious concerns have persisted throughout the inspection period.

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Life Care Center of Tucson
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Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

SNF

Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed

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Address 5.1 miles from city center — 0.25 miles to nearest hospital (Northwest Medical Center)

Address 6211 N La Cholla Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85741

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

114
Total Staff
107
Employees
7
Contractors
31,251
Total Hours (Quarter)
42
Avg Staff/Day
8.2
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse169.3 Yes
Licensed Practical Nurse249.3 Yes
Certified Nursing Assistant468.5 No
Staff by Category
Administration
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
89 staff
8.7hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
3 staff
8hs shift avg
Therapy Services
15 staff
6.3hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services
2 staff
5hs shift avg
Dietary Services
2 staff
6.9hs shift avg
Other Services
2 staff
7hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
0.4%
of total hours from contractors
129 contractor hours this quarter
Licensed Practical Nurse: 1 Registered Nurse: 3 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 1 Other Physician: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant4604614,54891100%8.5
Licensed Practical Nurse231246,69591100%9.3
Registered Nurse133162,98591100%9.3
RN Director of Nursing3031,1647684%7.2
Physical Therapy Aide4041,0686976%6.6
Speech Language Pathologist3037888290%6
Administrator1015206571%8
Nurse Practitioner1014886167%8
Mental Health Service Worker1014886470%7.6
Clinical Nurse Specialist1014806066%8
Other Dietary Services Staff1014586673%6.9
Occupational Therapy Aide1014325459%8
Dietitian1014156066%6.9
Qualified Social Worker2023045965%5
Dental Services Staff1012303842%6
Respiratory Therapy Technician4151053336%3
Occupational Therapy Assistant0115144%12.6
Other Physician0112933%9.5
Physical Therapy Assistant101411%3.9

Health Inspection History

Total Health inspections 9
43% above Arizona average
Arizona average: 6.3

Last Health inspection on Sep 2025

Total Health citations 49
111% above Arizona average
Arizona average: 23.2

5.44 citations per inspection (avg)

Citations origin

Citations can result from standard inspections or complaint-based investigations.

Standard inspections 38 citations
Complaint investigations 11 citations
Breakdown of citations
Critical Health citations 0
100% below Arizona average
Arizona average: 0.1
Serious Health citations 0
100% below Arizona average
Arizona average: 0.6
Moderate Health citations 48

Minor Health citations 1
Citations history (last 3 years)
Quality of Care moderate citation Sep 18, 2025
Corrected

Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Aug 15, 2025
Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Aug 15, 2025
Corrected

Administration moderate citation Jul 17, 2024
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
58 Total Residents
Medicare 2 (3.4%)
Medicaid 43 (74.1%)
Private Pay/Other 13 (22.4%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Family Engagement

Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.

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 8.9
17% worse than Arizona average
Arizona average: 7.6
Functional decline score 18.1
12% worse than Arizona average
Arizona average: 16.1
Long-Stay Resident Measures
Daily care & independence

Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased 13.7%
22% above Arizona average.

Walking Ability Worsened 17.8%
12% above Arizona average.

Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence 22.7%
9% above Arizona average.
Safety & clinical stability

Falls with Major Injury 0.5%
74% below Arizona average.

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers 7.4%
46% above Arizona average.

Urinary Tract Infection 2.2%
63% above Arizona average.
Emotional & behavioral wellbeing

Depressive Symptoms 9.6%
114% above Arizona average.

Antipsychotic Use 10.8%
5% above Arizona average.
Preventive care

Pneumococcal Vaccine 98.9%
2% above Arizona average.

Influenza Vaccine 97.9%
3% above Arizona average.
Nutrition & physical health

Lost Too Much Weight 5.0%
8% below Arizona average.
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine 96.2%

5% better than Arizona average
Antipsychotic medication increase 1.6%

54% worse than Arizona average
Influenza Vaccine 91.0%

Near Arizona average

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Arizona Long Term Care System

ALTCS

Age 65+ or disabled, Arizona resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Covers tribal members; rural outreach.

Non-Medical Home and Community Based Services

AZ DES Non-Medical HCBS

Age 60+, Arizona resident, at risk of institutionalization.

~$2,000/month (individual, varies).

$10,000 (individual).

Limited funding; waitlists common.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

AZ SCSEP

Age 55+, Arizona resident, unemployed, low-income.

~$1,519/month (125% of poverty level, individual).

Not specified; income-driven.

Wages at highest of federal/state/local minimum ($14.35/hour in 2025).

Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)

AZ WAP

Age 60+ priority, Arizona resident, own/rent home, low-income.

~$2,510/month (200% of poverty level, individual).

Not applicable; income-focused.

High demand in rural desert areas; limited annual funds.

Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly

AZ Section 202

Age 62+, Arizona resident, very low income, able to live independently with support.

~$1,645/month (50% of area median income, individual, varies by county).

$10,000 (individual, excludes home if owned).

Limited units; high demand in metro areas like Phoenix.

Arizona CARES Program

AZ CARES

Caregivers of Arizona residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.

No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.

Not applicable; need-based.

Focus on rural access; complements ALTCS respite.

AZ DES Non-Medical Home and Community Based Services (HCBS)

AZ DES Non-Medical HCBS

Age 60+ or disabled, Arizona resident, need assistance with daily activities, not eligible for Medicaid/ALTCS.

Above Medicaid threshold but low-income (~$1,500-$2,500/month, varies by region).

Not specified; income-driven eligibility.

Targets those ineligible for ALTCS; prioritizes rural and tribal areas.

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