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HomeArizonaLa Canada Care Center

La Canada Care Center

7970 North La Canada Drive, Tucson, AZ 857045207971191WebsiteGoogle Maps
4.2on Google(249 reviews)
4/5Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
3/5
Staffing
2/5
Quality
5/5
Beds
128
certified
1 fine(s) totaling $8,278

How La Canada Care Center Compares in Arizona

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Arizona. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
4/5
AZ average
3.4/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
3/5
AZ average
2.8/5
Close to state average
Staffing rating
2/5
AZ average
2.9/5
Below state average
Nursing hours per resident
3.26 hrs/day
AZ average
3.97 hrs/day
Below state average
RN hours per resident
0.41 hrs/day
AZ average
0.70 hrs/day
Below state average
Staff turnover
47.0%
AZ average
45.1%
Close to state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 4/5 overall CMS rating is above the Arizona average of 3.4/5.
Reported nursing time is 3.26 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 3.97.
Reported RN time is 0.41 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 0.70.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
2
deficiency citations
Inspected Feb 2, 2024
Most recent cycle
5
deficiency citations
Inspected Apr 24, 2026
The most recent cycle recorded 3 more deficiency citations than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$7,908/mo
Arizona median
Private Room
$9,506/mo
Arizona median
Pima County 65+
212,565
20.4% of county
County Population
1,042,393
Pima County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

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La Canada Care Center is a 4-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Tucson, Arizona with 128 certified beds. It has been operating since 1988. Its overall CMS rating is 4 out of 5.

Beds
128
Avg Residents/Day
97.5
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Nov 19, 1988
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Pima
Last Inspection
Apr 24, 2026
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
5
Weighted Score
29.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (15)

F0732Potential for Harm

Post nurse staffing information every day.

Survey: Apr 24, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0605Potential for Harm

Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.

Survey: Apr 24, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0658Potential for Harm

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Survey: Apr 24, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0584Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

Survey: Mar 5, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0600Potential for Harm

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Survey: Mar 5, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0684Actual Harm

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Survey: Jan 21, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0760Actual Harm

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Survey: Jan 21, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0695Potential for Harm

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Survey: Feb 2, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0732Potential for Harm

Post nurse staffing information every day.

Survey: Feb 2, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0645Potential for Harm

PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

Survey: Oct 14, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Oct 14, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0582Potential for Harm

Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

Survey: Oct 14, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0677Potential for Harm

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Survey: Oct 14, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0692Potential for Harm

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

Survey: Oct 14, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0732Minimal Harm

Post nurse staffing information every day.

Survey: Oct 14, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$8,278
Number of Fines
1
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
1

Penalty History

FineJan 21, 2026
$8,278

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide2.04 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.81 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.41 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing3.26 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total2.83 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.13 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
47.0%
RN Turnover
33.3%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
For profit - Limited Liability company
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (16)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
EAGAR, ROBERTMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODYIndividualN/AJul 1, 2015
JATOI, MANSOORMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODYIndividualN/AApr 1, 2020
PETERSON, FORRESTCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 1, 2019
BURNAM, SOONCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AMar 25, 2015
JONES, CHRISTINECORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AMar 26, 2019
KEETCH, CHADCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AMar 1, 2011
SATO, AMICORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/ASep 9, 2024
INVASERV LLCOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AJul 1, 2015
NURSA INCOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AJul 1, 2015
EAGAR, ROBERTOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJul 1, 2015
JATOI, MANSOOROPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AApr 1, 2020
PORT, BARRYINDIVIDUAL IS AN OWNER, PARTNER OR TRUSTEE OF ANY ADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJun 23, 2025
ENSIGN SERVICES INCADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AJul 1, 2015
LA CANADA ASSOCIATES (LCA), LLCADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AJul 1, 2015
EAGAR, ROBERTADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJun 26, 2025
JATOI, MANSOORADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJun 23, 2025

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for La Canada Care Center and nearby alternatives.

All Arizona facilities
La Canada Care Center
Tucson, AZCurrent facility
CMS
4/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $8,278
Mountain View Care Center
Tucson, AZ3,168 ft
CMS
4/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
Casas Adobes Post Acute Rehab Center
Tucson, AZ2.0 miAbuse flag
CMS
3/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Life Care Center of Tucson
Tucson, AZ2.2 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Brookdale Santa Catalina
Tucson, AZ4.1 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Skilled Nursing Unit at Oro Valley Hospital
Oro Valley, AZ5.7 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Splendido at Rancho Vistoso
Tucson, AZ6.7 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $8,018
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
La Canada Care Center
Tucson, AZ · Current facility
—4/53/52/5$8,278
Mountain View Care Center
Tucson, AZ
3,168 ft4/53/52/5None recorded
Casas Adobes Post Acute Rehab Center
Tucson, AZ
2.0 mi3/52/53/5None recorded
Life Care Center of Tucson
Tucson, AZ
2.2 mi1/51/54/5None recorded
Brookdale Santa Catalina
Tucson, AZ
4.1 mi4/53/55/5None recorded
Skilled Nursing Unit at Oro Valley Hospital
Oro Valley, AZ
5.7 mi5/55/55/5None recorded
Splendido at Rancho Vistoso
Tucson, AZ
6.7 mi4/54/51/5$8,018

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for La Canada Care Center?▾
La Canada Care Center has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 3/5, staffing rating of 2/5, and quality measures rating of 5/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does La Canada Care Center cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in Arizona is $7,908/month for a semi-private room and $9,506/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). La Canada Care Center participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has La Canada Care Center had any health inspection violations?▾
La Canada Care Center had 5 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Apr 24, 2026). The current CMS dataset records 1 fine(s) totaling $8,278.
What are the staffing levels at La Canada Care Center?▾
La Canada Care Center provides 3.26 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.41 RN hours, 0.81 LPN hours, and 2.04 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 47.0%.
How many beds does La Canada Care Center have?▾
La Canada Care Center has 128 certified beds with an average of 97.5 residents per day, resulting in approximately 76% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Limited Liability company owned and is part of the The Ensign Group chain.
Are there other nursing homes near La Canada Care Center?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Arizona, including 5 in Tucson. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about La Canada Care Center?▾
On Google Maps, La Canada Care Center has a rating of 4.2 out of 5 based on 249 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 4/5.

Part of The Ensign Group

This chain operates 346 facilities. View all →