Occupancy rate
70%
In line with Arizona averagePrimarily short stays
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
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CMS overall rating
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.
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.
Sandstone Estates
Nursing Home in Tucson
CMS overall rating
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.
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.
Sandstone Estates
Sandstone Estates specializes in short-term rehabilitation, physical therapy, and skilled nursing. With a dedicated team of professionals, they bring high-end care to this picturesque region, ensuring residents receive top-quality services in a beautiful setting. The facility takes pride in its commitment to excellence, delivering specialized programs that address the unique needs of individuals seeking rehabilitation and skilled nursing care.
Sandstone Estates is synonymous with high-quality care, offering a range of specialized services, including orthopedic rehab, comprehensive rehab, IV therapy, pain management, and chronic disease management. Their holistic approach emphasizes individualized care, ensuring residents receive the tailored support they need for a successful recovery journey. Sandstone Estates emerges as a trusted destination for those seeking rehabilitation and skilled nursing services in the serene surroundings of Tucson, Arizona.
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
103
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
69.8%
Residents per day (avg)
74
Occupancy rate
69.8%
Residents per day (avg)
74
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
26% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
27 days
Private pay
70% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 months
Medicaid
4% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
7 days
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$15.1M
Operating loss
-$2.2M
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$15.1M
Operating loss
-$2.2M
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$4.1M
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.
$13.2M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$17.3M
103-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
9 years in operation
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score: 55 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
Services
About this community
Occupancy
In line with Arizona averageOccupied beds
72 / 103
Average residents
84 per day
Facility TypeNursing Care Institution
StatusActive
IssuanceSeptember 30, 2016
ExpirationJune 30, 2026
License NumberNCI-3011
CMS Certification Number35292
QualificationHealth Care
Sandstone Estates is legally operated by Sandstone Estates Rehab Centre, and administrated by Steve Hunt.
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.
20 visits/inspections
18 complaint inspections
Arizona average: 6 complaint visits
Arizona average: 5 inspections
Show Inspection Reports
18 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
August 19, 2025
Complaint
Results
No deficiencies
28 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Arizona average: 9 deficiencies
Inspection Report Summary for Sandstone Estates
The most recent inspection on August 20, 2025, found no deficiencies. Earlier inspections generally showed few deficiencies, with isolated issues mostly related to facility maintenance and life safety code compliance. Prior reports cited deficiencies in areas such as abuse reporting, medication management, care planning, infection control, and emergency preparedness, but no fines or enforcement actions were listed in the available reports. Complaint investigations throughout the period were mostly unsubstantiated, with no substantiated complaints noted. The inspection history suggests improvement over time, with recent surveys showing no cited deficiencies after earlier issues were addressed.
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health inspections
5
Arizona average 6.3
Last Health inspection on May 2025
Total health citations
40
Arizona average 23.2
Citations per inspection
8
Arizona average 3.82
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
34 of 40 citations resulted from standard inspections; 3 of 40 resulted from complaint investigations; and 3 of 40 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
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
40 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Quality of Care moderate citation
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
May 09, 2025
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
May 09, 2025
Corrected
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Oct 25, 2024
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Oct 25, 2024
Corrected
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Oct 25, 2024
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Oct 25, 2024
Corrected
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Oct 25, 2024
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Oct 25, 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.
Compare Nursing Homes around Tucson The information below is reported by the Arizona Department of Health Services, Bureau of Long Term Care Licensing.
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112
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2.91
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26.7%
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4.61
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3.4
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49.3%
35070
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NH
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334
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3.3
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179
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48.3%
35145
Life Care Center of Tucson
AL
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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%
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Sandstone Estates
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 (La Paloma Academy)
103
69.8%
-4%
4.82
+19%
0
40
8.0
0
74
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55
Amoureux, William
$15.0M
$4.1M
27.5%
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
189
Employees
122
Contractors
67
Staff to resident ratio
4.50:1
146% better than Arizona averageArizona average ratio: 1.83:1
Avg staff/day
47
Average shift
8.6 hours
0% compared with Arizona averageArizona average: 8.5 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
36,908
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
26
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.3 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.3 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
33
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.3 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.3 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
99
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.2 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.2 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
9.3%
3,420 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 39
Registered Nurse: 16
Licensed Practical Nurse: 10
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 60 | 39 | 99 | 18,898 | 91 | 100% | 9.2 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 23 | 10 | 33 | 7,225 | 91 | 100% | 9.3 |
| Registered Nurse | 10 | 16 | 26 | 2,693 | 87 | 96% | 8.3 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,691 | 77 | 85% | 7 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,127 | 67 | 74% | 5.8 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 3 | 0 | 3 | 599 | 69 | 76% | 7.1 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 2 | 0 | 2 | 584 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 3 | 0 | 3 | 570 | 64 | 70% | 6.5 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 537 | 62 | 68% | 8.7 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 506 | 64 | 70% | 7.9 |
| Other Activities Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 486 | 63 | 69% | 7.7 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 4 | 1 | 5 | 473 | 71 | 78% | 5.9 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 3 | 0 | 3 | 395 | 60 | 66% | 6.4 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 82 | 30 | 33% | 2.7 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 18 | 3 | 3% | 6 |
99 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
33 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
26 Registered Nurse
% of Days
96%
4 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days
85%
4 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
74%
3 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
76%
2 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
70%
3 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
70%
1 Dietitian
% of Days
68%
1 Administrator
% of Days
70%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
70%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
70%
1 Other Activities Staff
% of Days
69%
5 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
78%
3 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
66%
1 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
33%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
3%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total census
42 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
14 residents (33.3%)
Private pay or other
28 residents (66.7%)
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.
8.9
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
8.9
45% 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
4.6%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
4.6%
59% better than Arizona averageArizona average: 11.2%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
7.2%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
7.2%
55% 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
14.9%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
14.9%
29% better than Arizona averageArizona average: 20.8%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
0.5%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
0.5%
74% better than Arizona averageArizona average: 2.1%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
2.8%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
2.8%
45% better than Arizona averageArizona average: 5.1%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.5%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.5%
60% better than Arizona averageArizona average: 1.3%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
5.6%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
5.6%
In line with Arizona averageArizona average: 5.4%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
32.2%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
32.2%
617% worse than Arizona averageArizona average: 4.5%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
19.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
19.4%
89% worse than Arizona averageArizona average: 10.3%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.5%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.5%
In line with Arizona averageArizona average: 97.2%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
98.1%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
98.1%
In line with 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
98.4%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.4%
8% better than Arizona averageArizona average: 91.5%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.5%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.5%
50% better than Arizona averageArizona average: 1.0%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
89.2%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
89.2%
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.
28.7%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
28.7%
17% worse than Arizona averageArizona average: 24.6%
Emergency department visits
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
9.4%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
9.4%
12% better than Arizona averageArizona average: 10.7%
Falls with major injury
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.8%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.8%
5% worse 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.
66.0%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
66.0%
23% 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.
63.0%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
63.0%
25% 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 Sandstone Estates based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
69.8%
↑ 4.2pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$2.2M
↓ ~$1.2M vs 2022
Total Payroll
$6.5M
↑ ~$3.3M vs 2022
Profit Margin
-14.7%
↑ 3.0pp vs 2022
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