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Handmaker Home For The Aging

2221 North Rosemont Boulevard, Tucson, AZ 85712

Assisted Living Memory Care Nursing Home Rehabilitation
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(800) 780-8101

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(520) 881-2323

Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $2,541

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $2,830
  • Average State Price: $3,000
  • Average National Price: $3,754



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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Assisted Living

    Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.

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    Memory Care

    Memory care offers specialized support for seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia, focusing on safety, personalized care, and enhancing life quality.

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    Nursing Home

    Nursing Homes provide a nurturing environment offering round-the-clock care, personalized support, and community activities for seniors needing assistance with daily living.

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    Community Reviews

    7.3
    Handmaker Home For The Aging
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 66 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 124 out of 161 communities in Tucson
  • Ranking in State: 730 out of 891 communities in AZ
  • Food and Dining A

    Activities B

    Facility and Grounds A

    Care B

    Staff B



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Reviews of Handmaker senior living facility present a mixed picture, with some expressing dissatisfaction and others praising the care and services provided.

    • Several reviewers express concerns about administrative responsiveness, technical issues such as non-functional phones, and perceived inadequate staffing levels. One reviewer specifically mentions a negative experience related to religious preferences and a lack of qualified nursing staff for safe patient transfers.
    • Concerns about the facility's cleanliness and pest control have been raised, alongside issues with the quality of food and activities provided. Some reviewers also mention a perceived lack of attention and care from the staff.
    • On the positive side, many reviewers highlight the caring and compassionate nature of the staff, the quality of the food, and the range of activities available for residents. The Adventure Bus program and memory care programming receive specific praise for their innovation and positive impact on residents and their families.
    • Some reviewers share heartfelt stories of their loved ones receiving excellent end-of-life care, emphasizing the staff's understanding, love, and accommodation during difficult times. The overall environment is described as warm, welcoming, and conducive to rehabilitation and long-term care.
    • However, there are also reports of negative experiences with rehab care, including issues with room assignments, comfort, and responsiveness to pain management needs. One reviewer mentions the loss of personal belongings and dissatisfaction with the handling of such incidents.
    • Despite the criticisms, several reviewers express gratitude for the care their family members received, highlighting Handmaker as a place of comfort and happiness for residents. The staff's dedication and the facility's commitment to providing a high level of care are frequently mentioned as reasons for their satisfaction.

    In summary, while there are areas of concern that need addressing, many families have found Handmaker to be a caring and supportive environment for their loved ones. The facility's staff, activities, and care quality are often cited as reasons for their positive experiences.


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    Health

    Physician

    24-hour Supervised Care

    Dementia Care

    Skilled Nursing

    Nursing Care

    Therapists


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    Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

    Nursing Home Ratings

    Overall rating: 1
    Health inspection rating: 1
    Staffing rating: 3
    Quality measure rating: 4
    Long-term quality measure rating: 5
    Short-term quality measure rating: 2


    Nursing Home Overview

    Participation date: Jan. 1, 1967
    Ownership type: Non Profit
    Provider type: Medicare and Medicaid
    Nursing home capacity: 94
    Total current residents: 81
    Facility is located in a hospital: No
    Automatic sprinkler system: Yes
    Resident and family council: Resident


    Facility Incident, Complaints and Fines

    Number of facility incidents: 0
    Number of substantiated complaints: 4
    Number of payment denials: 0
    Number of fines: 4
    Total cost of fines: $17552


    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services give each Nursing Home a Star Rating from 1-5 with 5 being the highest.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services gather information about the number of hours of care provided on average to each resident each day by staff as well as the turnover of staff.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around emergency department and hospital visits for residents of Nursing Homes.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around quality measures for residents of Nursing Homes.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around COVID-19 vaccination rates of Nursing Home residents and staff members.

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    Health and Fire Safety Deficiencies

    The Center for Medicare and Medicaid report health and fire safety deficiencies. Some of these deficiencies are more severe than others. The following table shows different levels of severity.

    Scope
    Severity of Deficiency Isolated Pattern Widespread
    Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety J K L
    Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy G H I
    No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy D E F
    No actual harm with potential for minimal harm A B C

    Fire Safety Deficiencies

    Survey Date Correction Date Letter Category Description
    2022-08-18 2022-10-21 D Smoke Deficiencies Have a complete alarm system manually initiated and initiated by fire sprinkler system connection.
    2022-08-18 2022-10-21 D Smoke Deficiencies Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
    2022-08-18 2022-10-21 D Smoke Deficiencies Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
    2020-10-09 2020-12-03 D Egress Deficiencies Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
    2020-10-09 2020-12-03 D Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
    2020-10-09 2020-12-03 D Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
    2019-01-17 2019-02-15 C Miscellaneous Deficiencies Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
    2019-01-17 2019-02-15 C Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk.

    Health Safety Deficiencies

    Survey Date Correction Date Letter Category Description
    2022-08-18 2022-10-15 D Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
    2022-08-18 2022-10-15 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
    2022-08-18 2022-10-15 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
    2022-08-18 2022-10-15 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    2022-08-18 2022-10-15 D Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
    2022-08-18 2022-10-15 D Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
    2022-08-18 2022-10-15 E Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2022-08-18 2022-10-15 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
    2022-08-18 2022-10-15 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
    2022-08-18 2022-10-15 E Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    2022-07-15 2022-08-10 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
    2020-10-09 2020-12-18 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
    2020-10-09 2020-12-18 E Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
    2020-10-09 2020-12-18 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
    2020-10-09 2020-12-18 E Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
    2020-10-09 2020-12-18 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    2020-10-09 2020-12-18 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
    2020-10-09 2020-12-18 E Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    2020-10-09 2020-12-18 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
    2020-10-09 2020-12-18 E Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
    2020-10-09 2020-12-18 E Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
    2020-10-09 2020-12-18 E Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
    2020-10-09 2020-12-18 E Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2020-10-09 2020-12-18 E Infection Control Deficiencies Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
    2020-10-09 2020-12-18 E Infection Control Deficiencies Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.
    2020-10-09 2020-12-18 E Environmental Deficiencies Keep all essential equipment working safely.
    2020-12-28 2021-01-28 D Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2019-01-08 2019-02-20 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
    2019-01-08 2019-02-20 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
    2019-01-08 2019-02-20 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
    2019-01-08 2019-02-20 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    2019-01-08 2019-02-20 E Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
    2019-01-08 2019-02-20 E Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Fines

    Fine Date Fine Amount
    2018-06-28 $6,500
    2020-10-09 $7,378
    2020-10-09 $7,100
    2020-12-28 $5,330
    2021-05-31 $650
    2023-04-17 $4,194

    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Tucson which is 3.1 miles away and has a population of 531,641 (medium sized city).
    • The average income is $51,373, which is low compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 89
      • Low Temperature: 55
      • Average Temperature: 73.0
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 63 days of rain, 0 days of snow and 301 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 0.7 inches a year

    Demographic Overview
    • The median age is 33.6 years old, low compared to other cities.
    • 7.18% of the population are Veterans which is a very high percentage of Veterans compared to other cities.
    • 15.46% of the population are Foreign-born which is a average percentage of Foreign-born compared to other cities.
    • The population is 3% American Indian and Alaska Native, 3% Asian, 4% Black or African-American, 32% Hispanic or Latino, and 56% White.

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 78.31 years old, which is average compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 157.0, Moderate Days 108.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 8.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0

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    Supermarkets

    Trader Joe's
    0.4 miles away
    Fry's Food and Drug
    0.4 miles away
    Sprouts Farmers Market
    0.9 miles away
    Sandyi Oriental Market
    1.0 miles away
    Bashas'
    1.3 miles away

    None Found

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    Banks

    BBVA
    0.5 miles away
    Chase
    0.9 miles away
    Wells Fargo
    1.4 miles away
    Tucson Federal Credit Union Midtown Branch
    1.7 miles away
    BLMO Harris Bank
    1.8 miles away

    Hospitals

    Tucson Medical Center
    0.3 miles away
    Palo Verde Behavioral Health
    0.7 miles away
    Saint Joseph's Hospital
    2.1 miles away
    Cornerstone Hospital of Southeastern Arizona
    2.9 miles away
    Banner University Medical Center Tucson
    3.5 miles away

    Pharmacies

    CVS Pharmacy
    0.1 miles away
    Walgreens
    0.5 miles away
    Walmart Pharmacy
    1.4 miles away

    Dentists

    Craycroft Prime Dental
    0.6 miles away
    Leber Orthodontics
    1.5 miles away
    Dehnert Dental
    1.9 miles away
    Broadway Smiles Denistry
    1.9 miles away
    Luis Cueva DDS
    2.8 miles away

    Parks

    3
    0.1 miles away
    2
    0.2 miles away
    1
    0.2 miles away
    Arcadia Square
    0.4 miles away
    Pinecrest Park
    0.6 miles away

    None Found

    Shopping

    Park Place Mall
    2.2 miles away
    Plaza Del Oro
    7.3 miles away
    Foothills Mall
    9.8 miles away

    Culture

    Legacy Gallery
    1.4 miles away
    Unscrewed Theater
    2.4 miles away
    The Drawing Studio
    3.0 miles away
    Gaslight Theatre
    3.1 miles away
    DeMeester Performance Center
    3.4 miles away

    Restaurants

    IHOP
    0.2 miles away
    Outback Steakhouse
    0.3 miles away
    La Salsa Fresh Mexican Grill
    0.3 miles away
    First Watch
    0.4 miles away
    Karamelo King
    0.4 miles away

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