Havasu Nursing Center in Tucson, AZ

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  • Interior

    A hospital room with two beds and decorative elements.

  • Decor

    A stylish hair salon with a retro red chair, large round mirror, and checkerboard flooring.

  • Living Room

    A cozy living room with a brown leather sofa and stylish decor.

  • Exterior

    A single-story house with palm trees in a desert landscape under a clear blue sky.

  • Table Settings

    Residents enjoying a social moment in a community room.

  • Wheelchair

    A joyful moment shared between a caregiver and an elderly woman in a wheelchair.

Havasu Nursing Center in Tucson, AZ

Havasu Nursing Center is an assisted living community in Tucson, AZ.

Information last verified:

3576 Kearsage Drive, Tucson, AZ 86406

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

3.3 from 28 reviews
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16
4 stars
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1 stars
12

Overall Review of Havasu Nursing Center

common 12 reviews mention this

Staff are consistently caring

Residents and families repeatedly describe caring, respectful staff who take patients’ needs seriously.

Across multiple reviews, families and residents say the staff are kind, respectful, and attentive. Several comments also single out nurses and therapy staff for professionalism while still feeling human and supportive. One reviewer described staff as encouraging steady improvement during rehab, while others said their loved ones felt treated well with dignity and respect.

common 6 reviews mention this

Clean facility and welcoming feel

Reviews frequently note a clean environment and a warm, welcoming atmosphere.

Many reviewers mention cleanliness as a standout, including observations of the facility feeling warm and inviting. A few families also describe the building as clean and organized, and others specifically highlight that rooms and common areas were well kept. Even among negative experiences, the contrast centers on care and safety issues rather than disputing the facility’s overall cleanliness.

common 4 reviews mention this

Food is a frequent plus

Several reviews point to good, fresh meals and food that matches residents’ preferences.

Food comes up positively in multiple reviews, with residents and families praising that meals are good and prepared to how people like them. Reviewers also mention cooks and kitchen staff as part of the overall experience. Dining is further reinforced by the community’s restaurant-style dining offering.

common 4 reviews mention this

Rehab and therapy get strong praise

Rehab and therapy are highlighted as supportive, hands-on, and focused on progress.

Some reviews describe time on the rehab side as effective, citing physical therapy and occupational therapy that worked with them daily. Families also mention therapy involvement alongside nursing care. A reviewer who toured and another who stayed short-term both describe private rehab rooms as part of what made the visit feel well set up for rehab.

caveat 5 reviews mention this

Safety issues and staffing concerns

Several negative reviews describe lapses that affected safety, including falls, infections, and medication problems.

A recurring concern in low-star reviews involves medical and safety breakdowns. Some reviewers report falls and injuries, while others describe issues like infections, bed sores, and missed or improper care details. There are also complaints about medication errors leading to severe harm and subsequent hospitalization, along with claims of insufficient staffing and organization during short stays.

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Communication and access can be difficult

Multiple reviews say it can be hard to reach staff or get access during visits.

Some families report difficulty getting answers by phone or getting timely updates about their loved ones. Others describe limited access, including being unable to get help with transport or challenges related to locked doors. One reviewer also mentions long waits when trying to speak with nursing staff.

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Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes become a section.

Features

Housing

  • 118 resident community capacity 118 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement

Care Services

  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Cafes

  • The Human Bean (0.1 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.6 miles)

Restaurants

  • Tavern 95 (0.4 miles)
  • Megan and Erik's Water and Ice (0.8 miles)
  • R Bar and Grill Lake Havasu (1 miles)
  • Nikos At R Bar (1 miles)
  • Panarelli's Italian Subs (1.6 miles)
  • Krispy Krunchy Chicken (2.2 miles)
  • The Gin Mill (3.5 miles)

Transportation

  • Statewide Express (0.5 miles)
  • Budget Truck Rental (1.6 miles)
  • The Zipserv delivery (3.8 miles)
  • River Express 24 hour Taxi and Shuttle (3.8 miles)
  • Amore' Shuttle & Sedan Service (4 miles)
  • Elite VIP Shuttle (4.5 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Oro Grande Church of Christ (0.8 miles)
  • Lamb Of God (1.7 miles)
  • Community Presbyterian Church (ECO) (1.8 miles)
  • Lamb of God Lutheran Church (1.8 miles)
  • Hilltop Community Church (3.1 miles)
  • Abundant Grace Assembly of God (3.2 miles)
  • Our Lady of the Lake Catholic School (3.7 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Basha's # 116 United Drugs (0.8 miles)
  • Bashas' Pharmacy (0.8 miles)
  • Smith's Food & Drug (3.6 miles)
  • Albertsons Pharmacy (4.2 miles)

Parks

  • Jack Hardie Park (3.2 miles)
  • Tinnell Memorial Sports Park (4.2 miles)
  • Rob Dyrdek Skate Park (4.3 miles)
  • Wheeler Park (4.4 miles)

Physicians

  • Lake Havasu Family Eye Care (3.5 miles)
  • Lake Havasu OB/GYN Care: Kevin Hooker, MD (3.9 miles)
  • Dr Megan Wiese OB/GYN (3.9 miles)
  • Lake Havasu OB/GYN Care (3.9 miles)
  • Cornerstone Family Healthcare (3.9 miles)
  • Lakeside Heart And Vascular Center (4 miles)
  • North Country HealthCare - Lake Havasu City (4.1 miles)

Theaters

  • Movies Havasu (4.5 miles)

Hospitals

  • Havasu Surgery Center (4.5 miles)
  • Havasu Emergency Hospital (4.6 miles)

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