La Canada Care Center
7970 North La Canada Drive · Tucson, AZ · 85704 · 5207971191
128 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: The Ensign Group
Red flags
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.
2 actual-harm citations in the most recent cycle
Inspectors found deficiencies that caused real harm to residents, beyond potential-harm paperwork findings.
No standard inspection in over 2 years
The inspection record here is older than usual — conditions may have changed since.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 5 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.12 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.33 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.69 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 50% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $12,735 |
Inspection citations (21 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · E March 5, 2026 · found via complaint
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.
Corrected March 30, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 5, 2026 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected March 30, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Actual harm · G January 21, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected February 2, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G January 21, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected February 6, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D February 2, 2024
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected March 22, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 2, 2024
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected March 22, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D October 14, 2022
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected November 28, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E October 14, 2022
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected November 28, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D October 14, 2022
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected November 28, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 14, 2022
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected November 28, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E October 14, 2022
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected November 28, 2022 · Nutrition and Dietary
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No harm found · B October 14, 2022
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected November 28, 2022 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D October 7, 2021
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Corrected November 12, 2021 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D October 7, 2021
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected November 12, 2021 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D October 7, 2021
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected November 12, 2021 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D October 7, 2021
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected November 12, 2021 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 7, 2021
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected November 12, 2021 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E October 7, 2021
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected November 12, 2021 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D October 7, 2021
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.
Corrected November 12, 2021 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D October 7, 2021
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.
Corrected November 12, 2021 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E October 7, 2021
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected November 12, 2021 · Infection Control
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| January 21, 2026 | Fine | $12,735 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 035189 · certified since November 19, 1988. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.