Caring House
510 South Ocotillo Road · Sacaton, AZ · 85147 · 5205627400
100 certified beds Government - Federal
Why this verdict
- Inspectors found immediate jeopardy — danger of serious harm or death — in the most recent cycle (1 citation).
- Federal penalties on record: $28,695 in fines in the last 24 months.
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
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Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in the most recent inspection cycle
Immediate jeopardy is the most serious finding an inspector can make: a situation likely to cause serious injury, harm, or death.
Cited under the freedom-from-abuse rule
Cited 1 time under F600 (freedom from abuse/neglect) below the actual-harm level — worth asking about on a tour.
Medicare/Medicaid payments were denied
CMS refused payment for new admissions for a period — one of its strongest enforcement tools.
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Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 8.72 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 1.67 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 7.56 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 24% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $28,695 |
Inspection citations (16 in the current record)
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Immediate jeopardy · J September 18, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected August 20, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 18, 2025 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected November 19, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D July 25, 2025
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected September 4, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 25, 2025
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected September 4, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E July 25, 2025
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected September 4, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E July 25, 2025
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected September 4, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E July 25, 2025
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected September 4, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D July 29, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected May 20, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 15, 2023
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected October 31, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 15, 2023
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected October 31, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 15, 2023
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected October 31, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 15, 2023
Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law.
Corrected October 31, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E August 12, 2022
Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods.
Corrected September 14, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E August 12, 2022
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected September 14, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 12, 2022
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected September 14, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E August 12, 2022
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected September 14, 2022 · Infection Control
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| September 18, 2025 | Fine | $13,260 |
| November 8, 2024 | Fine | $15,435 |
| November 8, 2024 | Payment Denial | 8 days |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 035216 · certified since June 19, 1993. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.