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Nursing Care Institution
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Primarily long-term care, limited rehab
Most residents stay long-term, while a smaller portion are admitted for short-term rehab.
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Nursing Home
Sabino Canyon Rehabilitation and Care Center
Sabino Canyon Rehabilitation and Care Center, located in Tucson, offers a comprehensive approach to skilled nursing care and rehabilitation. The facility incorporates a balance of high-tech and traditional methods and therapies to provide optimal care for residents. In partnership with Pima Heart, Sabino Canyon also offers a specialized cardiac wellness program. The therapy programs at Sabino Canyon are personalized to meet the unique needs of each resident, utilizing state-of-the-art therapy rooms for effective rehabilitation.
Their dining room is filled with natural light and features artwork in the corners, creating a welcoming space for residents to enjoy their meals. Comfortable rooms and lovely outdoor spaces provide a comfortable and serene environment for residents as well. The home’s Activities Department offers a variety of engaging activities to keep residents active and stimulated, fostering opportunities for self-discovery and growth.
Quality ratings
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Nursing care per resident
This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
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.
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
112
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.
Occupancy rate
86.8%
Residents per day (avg)
94
Occupancy rate
86.8%
Residents per day (avg)
94
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Long-term residence
Daily assistance
Occasional rehab needs
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
15% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
17 days
Private pay
67% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
16 days
Medicaid
18% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
3 months
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$10.2M
Profit
$1.8M
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$10,203,238.00
Profit
$1,822,940.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$5.9M
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.
$2.5M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$8.4M
112-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
25 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 62 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
About this community
License details
Issuance
November 16, 2000
Expiration
February 28, 2026
Additional licensing details
License number:
NCI-279
CMS Certification Number:
35151
Qualification:
Health Care
Ownership & operating entity
Sabino Canyon Rehabilitation and Care Center is legally operated by Sabino Canyon Rehabilitation & Care Center, and administrated by THOMAS WELKER.
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
Arizona average: 6 complaint visits
Arizona average: 5 inspections
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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
Latest inspection
Date:May 20, 2025
Type:Complaint
Results:No deficiencies
8 violations
Violations indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Arizona average: 12 violations
8 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Inspection Report Summary for Sabino Canyon Rehabilitation and Care Center
The most recent inspection on May 20, 2025, found no deficiencies during the complaint investigation. Earlier inspections also consistently showed no deficiencies, with multiple complaint investigations substantiating no issues. Prior reports from August 2023 noted several deficiencies related to safe environment, accident prevention, food safety, care plans, kitchen sanitation, premises safety, and fire safety, but no enforcement actions or fines were listed in the available reports. Complaint investigations throughout the period were unsubstantiated, indicating no confirmed violations from complaints. The inspection history suggests improvement since the deficiencies cited in 2023, with recent surveys showing compliance.
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health inspections
5
Arizona average 6.3
Last Health inspection on Oct 2025
Total health citations
12
Arizona average 23.2
Citations per inspection
2.4
Arizona average 3.82
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
9 of 12 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 3 of 12 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
12 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Resident Rights moderate citation
Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care.
Oct 22, 2025
Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care.
Oct 22, 2025
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Sep 26, 2025
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Sep 26, 2025
Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation
Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care.
Jul 11, 2025
Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care.
Jul 11, 2025
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Aug 25, 2023
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Aug 25, 2023
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.
Compare Nursing Homes around Tucson The information below is reported by the Arizona Department of Health Services, Bureau of Long Term Care Licensing.
Sabino Canyon Rehabilitation and Care Center
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.
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).
Tucson (Harlan Heights)
102
86.8%
+19%
3.50
-14%
0
12
0
94
-
62
Sabino Canyon Rehabilitation & Care Center
$10,2M
$5,9M
57.6%
35151
Haven Health Saguaro Valley
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.
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).
Tucson (St. Joseph's Hospital)
112
79.2%
+9%
2.91
-28%
0
21
2
90
-
31
Linnane, Theresa
$18,0M
$4,8M
26.7%
35085
Casas Adobes Post Acute Rehabilitation Center
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.
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).
Tucson
224
64.1%
-12%
4.61
+13%
0
27
0
160
A+
36
Eagar, Robert
$20,2M
$9,9M
49.3%
35070
Devon Gables
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.
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).
Tucson (Rose Hill)
334
57.7%
-21%
4.13
+2%
0
20
1
179
-
58
Friebus, Heather
$23,3M
$11,3M
48.3%
35145
Life Care Center of Tucson
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.
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).
Tucson
162
47.8%
-34%
4.02
-1%
0
49
0
71
-
43
Bell, Cody
$12,2M
$5,7M
47%
35140
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
167
Employees
153
Contractors
14
Staff to resident ratio
2.42:1
33% better than Arizona averageArizona average ratio: 1.83:1
Avg staff/day
53
Average shift
7.6 hours
11% worse than Arizona averageArizona average: 8.5 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
36,634
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
24
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.5 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.5 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
20
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.4 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.4 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
79
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.7 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.7 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
0.7%
265 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 5
Registered Nurse: 5
Licensed Practical Nurse: 2
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Medical Director: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 74 | 5 | 79 | 15,639 | 91 | 100% | 7.7 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 18 | 2 | 20 | 5,590 | 91 | 100% | 9.4 |
| Registered Nurse | 19 | 5 | 24 | 4,876 | 91 | 100% | 7.5 |
| Dental Services Staff | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,511 | 65 | 71% | 7.6 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,386 | 77 | 85% | 6.9 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,158 | 67 | 74% | 6.8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 5 | 0 | 5 | 906 | 65 | 71% | 7.3 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 2 | 0 | 2 | 591 | 60 | 66% | 8.6 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 585 | 65 | 71% | 9 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 1 | 0 | 1 | 545 | 83 | 91% | 6.6 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 490 | 65 | 71% | 7.5 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 5 | 0 | 5 | 488 | 65 | 71% | 5.2 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 474 | 63 | 69% | 7.5 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 472 | 59 | 65% | 8 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 466 | 55 | 60% | 7.5 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 6 | 0 | 6 | 460 | 61 | 67% | 6.4 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 4 | 0 | 4 | 367 | 64 | 70% | 4.9 |
| Therapeutic Recreation Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 330 | 60 | 66% | 5.5 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 2 | 0 | 2 | 165 | 14 | 15% | 8.7 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 102 | 10 | 11% | 10.2 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 35 | 3 | 3% | 11.5 |
79 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
20 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
24 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
4 Dental Services Staff
% of Days
71%
3 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
85%
3 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
74%
5 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
71%
2 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days
66%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
71%
1 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days
91%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
71%
5 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
71%
1 Dietitian
% of Days
69%
1 Administrator
% of Days
65%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
60%
6 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
67%
4 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
70%
1 Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
% of Days
66%
2 Nurse Aide in Training
% of Days
15%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
11%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
3%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total census
69 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
7 residents (10.1%)
Medicaid
48 residents (69.6%)
Private pay or other
14 residents (20.3%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Active Resident Council
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
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.
4.1
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
4.1
46% better than Arizona averageArizona average: 7.6
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
11.7
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
11.7
27% better than Arizona averageArizona average: 16.1
Long-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
4.0%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
4.0%
65% better than Arizona averageArizona average: 11.2%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
9.1%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
9.1%
43% better 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
22.0%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
22.0%
6% worse than Arizona averageArizona average: 20.8%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
1.1%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
1.1%
46% better than Arizona averageArizona average: 2.1%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
1.1%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
1.1%
77% better than Arizona averageArizona average: 5.1%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.1%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.1%
15% better than Arizona averageArizona average: 1.3%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
5.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
5.0%
9% better than Arizona averageArizona average: 5.4%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
7.7%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
7.7%
73% worse than Arizona averageArizona average: 4.5%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
5.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
5.4%
47% better than Arizona averageArizona average: 10.3%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.4%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.4%
In line with Arizona averageArizona average: 97.2%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
6% better than Arizona averageArizona average: 94.6%
Short-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.1%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.1%
8% better than Arizona averageArizona average: 91.5%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.2%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.2%
78% better than Arizona averageArizona average: 1.0%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
97.1%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
97.1%
11% better than Arizona averageArizona average: 87.3%
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
27.9%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
27.9%
13% worse than Arizona averageArizona average: 24.6%
Emergency department visits
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
13.2%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
13.2%
23% worse 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.
76.9%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
76.9%
43% better than Arizona averageArizona average: 53.7%
Successful return to home or community
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
60.1%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
60.1%
19% 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 Sabino Canyon Rehabilitation and Care Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
86.8%
↑ 6.0pp vs 2022
Net Income
$1,822,940
↑ ~$257K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$7,137,950
↑ ~$1.0M vs 2022
Profit Margin
17.9%
↑ 1.5pp vs 2022
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