Splendido at Rancho Vistoso
Scout 96Tucson, AZ · 42 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)Moderate availability
One of Tucson's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $6,950–$11,110/mo
View full evaluation →Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)CMS verified
Handmaker Home for the Aging
2221 North Rosemont Boulevard, Tucson, AZ 85712 · Pima County
Assisted Living Tucson - Handmaker Services for the Aging is Tucson's only non-profit senior care facility: 520-322-7035
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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates use caution.
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Availability outlookModerate availability
Typically 81% full — openings are usually available.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Tucson
Handmaker Home for the Aging is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Tucson, AZ, with 94 certified beds and an average of about 76 residents per day. It operates as part of the Pollak Holdings network. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.
Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.84 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.39 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 62.2%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 29 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey. Note: CMS has flagged this facility with an abuse icon. We strongly recommend reviewing the full inspection report and discussing it on any tour. This facility is in the CMS Special Focus Facility program, which targets homes with a history of serious quality problems.
Strengths
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.84 hrs/resident/day)
- •29 deficiencies at last survey
- •CMS abuse-citation flag — review carefully
- •In the CMS Special Focus Facility program
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Tucson options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 94
- Avg. residents/day
- 76
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Pollak Holdings
- Continuing care
- Yes — multiple care levels
- CMS provider #
- 035016
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $6,950–$11,110/mo (median $8,710) | Local market estimate |
| Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan) | $2,260–$6,170/mo (median $6,130) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Tucson prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 3.84
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.39
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 62.2%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
⚠️ This community carries a serious CMS flag (abuse citation) (Special Focus Facility). We recommend reviewing the full inspection report and raising it directly on any tour.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 29
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2024-10-24
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (51 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-04-15Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
2026-04-15Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
2026-01-23Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
2026-01-23Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2025-12-24Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
2025-11-12Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
2025-09-12Severity K — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
2025-09-12Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Services & amenities
- ✓ Continuing care community (multiple care levels on one campus)
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Memory care
- ✓ Respite / short-term stays
- ✓ Scheduled transportation
- ✓ Restaurant-style dining
- ✓ 24-hour staff
Location
2221 North Rosemont Boulevard, Tucson, AZ
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Handmaker Home for the Aging
How much does Handmaker Home for the Aging cost?
Handmaker Home for the Aging does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Tucson, AZ area typically runs $6,950–$11,110 per month (median $8,710, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Handmaker Home for the Aging's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Handmaker Home for the Aging 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Handmaker Home for the Aging?
Staff provide about 3.84 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 62.2% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Handmaker Home for the Aging?
Handmaker Home for the Aging has 51 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-10-24). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Handmaker Home for the Aging have availability?
Typically 81% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Handmaker Home for the Aging offer?
Handmaker Home for the Aging in Tucson, AZ offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 94 beds.
The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you
Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.
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- The best communities fill first: top-rated communities often run a waitlist — touring early holds your place in line.
- Touring costs nothing and commits you to nothing — but it turns a future emergency into a calm, informed choice.
Your next steps — this week
- 1Confirm the fitCheck the inspection record and staffing data on this page against your loved one's needs.
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Data sources:CMS verifiedGoogleOfficial website
Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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