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Desert Home by Platinum Care Homes

Families consistently rate this highly — reviewers highlight compassionate and patient staff. Schedule a visit to confirm the fit.

5940 East 5th Street, Sewell · Tucson, AZ 85711Licensed & Active
Google rating
5.0/5

based on 6 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

This facility is an excellent choice for families seeking a personalized, family-like atmosphere with highly responsive management. The staff's ability to provide patient care for residents with high needs is a standout feature.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

6 reviews analyzed
Families can expect a highly compassionate environment where the manager, Jessica, is frequently praised for her accessibility and supportive approach. Reviewers consistently highlight the kindness of the staff and the clean, well-maintained, and bright atmosphere of the facility.

Quality Themes

FoodN/AStaff10.0Clean10.0ActivitiesN/AMedsN/AMemoryN/AComms10.0ValueN/A

Strengths

  • Compassionate and patient staff
  • Accessible and well-maintained facility
  • Highly responsive management
  • Clean and bright living environment

Rating Trends

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How They Respond to Reviews

100%response rate

This facility actively engages with reviewer feedback.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1It is so wonderful to see how bright and well-maintained the facility is; how do you ensure the living environment stays so clean and inviting for the residents?
  • 2We noticed how responsive the management team is to everyone's needs; how does that communication style translate to how you interact with families regarding daily care updates?
  • 3The staff seems incredibly patient and compassionate based on what we've heard; how do you support your team in maintaining that level of care during busy shifts?
  • 4Could you walk us through what a typical day looks like for a resident, including any social activities or group outings?
  • 5In the event of a medical emergency or a change in health status during the night, what is the specific protocol for getting care to our loved one?
  • 6Since the facility is so accessible, are there any specific features or modifications in place to help residents move around safely and independently?

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Key Review Excerpts

The staff is wonderful with Tony. They are kind and patient. The home is always clean and the residents are well taken care of. The manager, Jessica is always just a text message away. She replies promptly and always goes the extra mile.

Spouse of resident with neurological disease · 2024★★★★★

Jessica is so supportive and treats all the residents like family. My mom smiles and lights enough when she sees her! We love the staff . They are all super sweet and caring and take time to provide a loving environment for each sweet resident with individual care.

Daughter of resident · 2024★★★★★

The home is bright, well-kept and made accessible for those with mobility issues. Moreover the staff is warm and welcoming. The manager Jessica has been very supportive and invested in my grandfathers care and recovery from the very beginning.

Grandchild of resident · 2024★★★★★
Source: 6 Google reviews

State Inspection History

State Inspections

Source: AZ State Licensing Agency

6total
3deficiencies
Aug 29, 2025Routine

The following deficiencies were found during the on-site compliance inspection conducted on August 29, 2025:

b. Medication ServicesR9-10-817.B.3.bCorrected Oct 1, 2025

Based on record review and interview, the manager failed to ensure medications were administered to a resident in compliance with a medication order, for two of two sampled residents. Findings include: 1. A review of R1's and R2's medical records revealed each resident had a current service plan which included medication administration. 2. A review of R1's and R2's medical records revealed signed lists of medication orders from each resident's primary care physician. 3. A review of R1's and R2's medical records revealed an electronic Medication Administration Record (eMAR), dated July 2025, for each resident. The eMARs documented the medications provided to each resident. However, both eMARs included multiple errors and omissions where medication had not been documented to have been administered in compliance with a medication order. 4. In an interview, E1 reported having some difficulty with their electronic health record. 5. In an exit interview, the findings were reviewed with E1 and no additional information was provided.

Dec 2, 2024Complaint
CleanReport

An on-site investigation of complaint AZ00218897 was conducted on December 2, 2024 and no deficiencies were cited.

Oct 22, 2024Complaint
CleanReport

An on-site investigation of complaint AZ00217500 was conducted on October 22, 2024, and no deficiencies were cited :

Jul 12, 2024Routine

The following deficiencies were found during the on-site compliance inspection conducted on July 12, 2024:

Except as required in subsection (B), a manager shall ensure that a resident has a written service plan that:R9-10-808.A.3.cCorrected Jul 12, 2024

Based on record review and interview, the manager failed to ensure each resident's written service plan accurately included the amount, type and frequency of assisted living services being provided to the resident, including medication administration or assistance in the self-administration of medications, for one of two sampled residents. Findings include: 1. A review of R2's medical record revealed a current service plan, dated May 14, 2024, for directed care services. The service plan stated, "Basic Hydration, Offer at least 1 glass of liquid at every meal, in between meals, and throughout the day. Encourage [R2] to drink water or other beverage he/she likes every 1-2 hours throughout the day. Encourage [R2] to limit the amount of beverages that contain caffeine." 2. A review of R2's medical record revealed discharge summary from a hospital, dated the day of R2's admission. The discharge summary was electronically signed by a physician and included the following treatment order: "Hyponatremia, -122-->128-->127-->131-->129. Labs consistent with SIADH. Continue salt tabs. Adjusted fluid restriction to 1500 ml/day." 3. A review of R2's medical record revealed a document titled, "Platinum Care Homes, Inc, Admission, Medication, Diagnosis & Treatment orders." The document was signed by a medical practioner on the day of R2's admission. The document included the order, "Special Diet & Instructions: Fluid Restriction 2 Liters/day." 4. A review of R2's medical record revealed an order to discontinue the fluid restriction was not available for review. 5. In an interview, E1 and E2 acknowledged R2's service plan did not include fluid intake monitoring as ordered.

When medication is stored by an assisted living facility, a manager shall ensure that:R9-10-816.F.1Corrected Jul 12, 2024

Based on observation and interview, the manager failed to ensure medication stored by the facility was stored in a separate locked area used only for medication storage. Findings include: 1. During an environmental inspection of the facility, the Compliance Officer observed a kitchen cabinet used to store resident medications, including Naproxen, Ibuprofen, and Melatonin, did not have a lock. 2. In an interview, E1 acknowledged medication stored by the facility was not stored in a separate locked area used only for medication storage.

Aug 22, 2023Routine
CleanReport

No deficiencies were found during the on-site abbreviated initial follow-up inspection conducted on August 22, 2023.

May 12, 2023Routine
CleanReport

No deficiencies were found during the on-site initial inspection conducted on May 12, 2023, and the off-site documentation review completed on June 29, 2023.

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