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Friendship Village of Tempe

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2525 East Southern Avenue, Tempe, AZ 85282Licensed & Active
Google rating
4.7/5

based on 32 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

This facility is an excellent choice for families seeking high-quality physical and occupational therapy for post-surgical recovery. While the nursing and cleanliness are highly rated, you should proactively discuss protocols for injury reporting and medical monitoring with the administration to ensure your peace of mind.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

32 reviews analyzed
Friendship Village of Tempe is highly regarded for its exceptional rehabilitation and physical therapy programs, with many families praising the staff's ability to help residents recover from major surgeries and injuries. While the facility is frequently lauded for its cleanliness, beautiful gardens, and professional nursing, one reviewer raised a serious concern regarding medical oversight and delayed treatment for an injury and infection.

Quality Themes

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Food5.0Staff9.5Clean9.0Activities5.0MedsN/AMemoryN/AComms9.0Value6.0

Strengths

  • Exceptional physical and occupational therapy
  • Compassionate and professional nursing staff
  • Beautifully maintained grounds and gardens
  • Clean and well-groomed facility

Concerns

  • Potential for delayed medical response or investigation of injuries
  • Strong chemical odors from cleaning products

Rating Trends

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How They Respond to Reviews

80%response rate

This facility actively engages with reviewer feedback.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1We've heard wonderful things about the therapy programs here; could you tell us more about how the physical and occupational therapy teams work with residents to maintain their mobility?
  • 2The gardens and grounds look absolutely lovely in photos; how often do residents get opportunities to spend time outdoors in those spaces?
  • 3We noticed how much care goes into keeping the facility so clean and well-groomed; what types of cleaning products are used, and how do you manage scents to ensure a comfortable environment for those with sensitivities?
  • 4In the event of a medical emergency or an unexpected injury, what is the specific protocol for ensuring a rapid response from the nursing staff?
  • 5It is great to see how much the management team engages with the community through their responses; how does that culture of communication extend to the families of residents?
  • 6What kind of daily activities or social events are organized to help residents stay engaged and connected with one another?

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Key Review Excerpts

Their people especially their physical therapy team has brought my spirits and mobility up tremendously. I feel comfortable to rehabilitate here and recommend this place to anyone looking for rehab.

Rehab patient · 2025★★★★★

The facility campus is well groomed and clean, you won't find any unpleasant smells within this facility because it is spotless. The food is excellent and well balanced.

Long-term resident's family · 2025★★★★★

The CNAs & nurses ROCK, as well as all of the support staff! There’s a neat daily newsletter that’s delivered to you personally by a smiling, courteous staff member!

Long-term resident's family · 2024★★★★★
Source: 32 Google reviews

Inspection History

State Inspection History

State Inspections

Source: AZ State Licensing Agency

13total
30deficiencies
Mar 24, 2026Complaint
CleanReport

Investigation of intake # 00160885 was conducted on March 24, 2026. No deficiencies were cited.

Jun 6, 2025Complaint
CleanReport

A complaint investigation was conducted on June 6, 2025 through June 6, 2025 of intake #SF0132213. There were no deficiencies cited.

May 9, 2025Complaint
CleanReport

Investigation of intakes # 00129360, 00129246 was conducted on May 9, 2025. No deficiencies were cited.

Apr 18, 2025Complaint
CleanReport

A complaint invewstigation was conducted on April 18, 2025 through April 18, 2025 of intakes# 00125214, 00125362, 0012650, 00115590. There were no deficiencies cited.

Apr 1, 2025Complaint

A complaint investigation of intakes #00109775, 00115429, 00121705, 00121856, 00121775, 00123142 was conducted on April 1, 2025. The following deficiencies were cited:

If abuse, neglect, or exploitation of a resident is alleged or suspected to have occurred before the resident was admitted or while the resident is not on the premises and not receiving services from R9-10-403.E.1.

Violation cited

An administrator shall ensure that:R9-10-411.A.1.

Violation cited

Mar 20, 2025Complaint

A complaint investigation of intakes #00121856, 00122016, 00122405, 00122658 was conducted on March 20,2025. The following deficiencies were cited:

An administrator shall ensure that:R9-10-403.C.2.b.

Violation cited

If abuse, neglect, or exploitation of a resident is alleged or suspected to have occurred before the resident was admitted or while the resident is not on the premises and not receiving services from R9-10-403.E.1.

Violation cited

Mar 6, 2025Complaint

A complaint survey was conducted on March 6, 2025 for the investigation of intakes #00109315 and 00121147. The following deficiencies were cited:

An administrator shall ensure that:R9-10-403.C.2.b.

Violation cited

If abuse, neglect, or exploitation of a resident is alleged or suspected to have occurred before the resident was admitted or while the resident is not on the premises and not receiving services from R9-10-403.E.1.

Violation cited

An administrator shall ensure that:R9-10-410.B.3.a.

Violation cited

An administrator shall ensure that:R9-10-425.A.1.b.

Violation cited

Jan 27, 2025Other

42 CFR 482.41 Nursing Home The facility must meet the applicable provisions of the 2012 Edition of the Life Safety Code of the National Fire Protection Association This is a recertification survey for Medicare under LSC 2012, Chapter 19, Existing Health Care Occupancies The entire facility was surveyed on January 28, 2025. The facility meets the standards, based on acceptance of a plan of correction.

NFPA 101

Based on observation the facility failed to maintain several doors in the building. Failing to maintain doors in the facility could allow heat and/or smoke to transfer which will cause harm to the patients and/or staff. NFPA 101, Life Safety Code, 2012 edition, Chapter 19, Section 19.3.6.3.5. "Doors shall be provided with a means for keeping the door closed that is acceptable to the authority having jurisdiction." NFPA 80 2010 edition, Chapter 5 Section 5.2.14 Maintenance of Closing Mechanisms. 5.2.14.1 Self-closing devices shall be kept in working condition at all times. Chapter 19, Section 19.3.6.3 Corridor Doors Section 19.3.6.3.1* Doors protecting corridor openings in other than required enclosures of vertical openings, exits, or hazardous areas shall be substantial doors, such as those constructed of 1-3/4 inch solid-bonded core wood, or capable of resisting fire for at least 20 minutes. Doors in fully sprinklered smoke compartments are only required to resist the passage of smoke. Doors shall be provided with a means suitable for keeping the door closed. Findings include: Observations made while on tour on January 29, 2025, revealed the following: 1. Room 319 has play in the door resulting in gap at the top, handle side. 2. Room 317/318 has a gap at the top of the door, handle side. 3. Room 322 has play in the door resulting in a gap at the top, handle side. 4. Room 324 has play in the door resulting in a gap at the top, handle side. 5. Room 323 has play in the door resulting in a gap at the top, handle side. 6. Room 326/328 the door appears to be warped resulting in a gap at the top, handle side. 7. Room 327 the door appears to be warped resulting in a gap at the top, handle side. 8. Room 332 the door appears to be warped resulting in a gap at the top, handle side. 9. Room 329 has play in the door resulting in a gap at the top and handle side. 10. Room 331 the door appears to be warped resulting in a gap at the top, handle side. 11. Room 315/316 the door appears to be warped resulting in a gap at the top, handle side. 12. Room 314 the door appears to be warped resulting in a gap at the top. 13. Room 312/313 the door appears warped resulting in a gap at the top and handle side. 14. Room 301 gap along the side and top of the door, handle side. 15. Room 302 gap along the side and top of the door, handle side. 16. Room 303 gap along the side and top of the door, handle side. 17. Room 304 gap along the side and top of the door, handle side. 18. Room 306 gap along the top of the door, handle side. 19. Room 309 gap along the top of the door, handle side. 20. Room 311 gap along the top of the door, handle side. 21. Room 352/354 gap along the top of the door, handle side. 22. Room 358 has play in the door resulting in a gap at the top, handle side. 23. Room 355 has play in the door resulting in a gap at the top, handle side. 24. Room 357 has play in the door resulting in a gap at the top, handle side. 25. Room 360 has play in the door resulting in

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