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The Groves Assisted Living Place Llc-apple

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

4034 East Pima Street, Midtown · Tucson, AZ 85712Licensed & Active
Google rating
4.3/5

based on 10 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

This facility is highly regarded for its emotional warmth and its ability to treat residents like family, making it an excellent choice for end-of-life care. However, you should investigate the very recent 1-star review to ensure that the high standard of care reported in previous years is still being maintained.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

10 reviews analyzed
Families can expect a deeply compassionate environment where staff members are frequently described as treating residents like family members. While the facility is praised for its cozy, home-like atmosphere and kind care during end-of-life transitions, there is a single highly negative recent review that warrants investigation.

Quality Themes

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Food4.0Staff10.0CleanN/AActivitiesN/AMedsN/AMemoryN/ACommsN/AValueN/A

Strengths

  • Compassionate and family-oriented staff
  • Cozy, home-like environment
  • Excellent end-of-life care
  • Friendly and welcoming atmosphere

Rating Trends

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2343.02017(1)5.02018(1)5.02019(1)5.02021(1)4.82025(5)1.02026(1)

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How They Respond to Reviews

10%response rate

This facility rarely responds to reviews.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1It sounds like your staff is incredibly compassionate and family-oriented; how does that warmth translate into the way they interact with residents during their daily routines?
  • 2Since the environment here is described as so cozy and home-like, what kind of daily activities or social gatherings do you host to keep the atmosphere lively?
  • 3We want to make sure the dining experience is something our loved one looks forward to; could you tell us more about the meal planning and the variety of food options available?
  • 4In the event of a medical emergency or a change in health needs during the night, what is the protocol for ensuring immediate care is provided?
  • 5We noticed you take pride in providing excellent end-of-life care; how do you support both the residents and their families during such sensitive transitions?
  • 6How do you involve families in the community life here to maintain that welcoming and friendly atmosphere mentioned by others?

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Key Review Excerpts

My mom was there for 2 years it was a great experience they see her like a family member Norma Miguel Maria Mona Gloria provide excellent care for her thru her last breath on August 22nd 2022 I will never forget the care all this people provide to her I highly recommend the groves for your love ones .

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

The staff was so kind and went out of their way to make both my brother and I feel welcome and cared for, right from the first day. The environment is very cozy and home-like, and Dave felt comfortable right away

End-of-life resident's family · 2019★★★★★

The people are good and kind, the facility is lovely. The food's not bad, either!

Long-term resident's family · 2018★★★★★
Source: 10 Google reviews

State Inspection History

State Inspections

Source: AZ State Licensing Agency

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6deficiencies
Apr 6, 2026Complaint
CleanReport

No deficiencies were found during the on-site compliance inspection and investigation of complaint 00164571 conducted on April 6, 2026.

Jun 24, 2025Routine

The following deficiencies were found during the on-site compliance inspection conducted on June 24, 2025:

b. Medication ServicesR9-10-816.B.3.bCorrected Jun 28, 2025

Based on record review and interview, the manager failed to ensure a medication administered to a resident was administered in compliance with a medication order, for one of two sampled residents. Findings include: A review of R1's medical record revealed a service plan, dated June 6, 2025, for directed care services including medication administration. A review of R1's medical record revealed an order, dated June 18, 2025 for "Metoprolol, Hold for SBP <110 or HR <60, 12.5 mg / 1-PO / BID." A review of R1's medical record revealed a medication administration record (MAR) dated June 2025. The MAR included the following entries: On June 1, 2025 at 8 PM, R1's systolic blood pressure (SBP) was 108, however, metoprolol had been administered; On June 2, 2025 at 8 AM, R1's SBP was 103, however, metoprolol had been administered; On June 10, 2025 at 8 PM, R1's SBP was 103, however, metoprolol had been administered; On June 22, 2025 at 8 AM, R1's SBP was 108, however, metoprolol had been administered; and On June 23, 2025 at 8 AM, R1's SBP was 104, however, metoprolol had been administered. In an interview, E1 acknowledged a medication administered to R1 had not been administered as ordered.

Jan 24, 2025Complaint

An on-site investigation of complaint AZ00222308 was conducted on January 24, 2025, and the following deficiencies were cited :

When a resident has an accident, emergency, or injury that results in the resident needing medical services, a manager shall ensure that a caregiver or an assistant caregiver:R9-10-818.D.1

Based on documentation review and interview, the manager failed to ensure when a resident had an incident resulting in the resident needing medical services, a caregiver immediately notified the resident's emergency contact and primary care provider, for one of two residents reviewed who had an accident, emergency, or injury resulting in the resident needing medical services. Findings include: 1. A review of R1's medical record revealed a document, dated January 2025, which documented R1's temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and oxygen saturation. This log included the following dates and times when R1's systolic blood pressure was over 180, indicating R1 was having a hypertensive crisis, an emergency requiring immediate medical services: - January 1, 2025 (time not documented), 195; - January 5, 2025 (time not documented), 193; - January 7, 2025 (time not documented), 204; - January 8, 2025 (time not documented), 194; - January 9, 2025 (time not documented), 225; - January 11, 2025 (time not documented), 193; - January 12, 2025 (time not documented), 195; and - January 16, 2025 (time not documented), 190. 2. A review of R1's medical record revealed documentation of incident reports or medical services provided to R1 on the aforementioned dates and times, related to R1's blood pressure, were not available for review. 3. In an interview, E1 acknowledged documentation of the immediate notification of R1's emergency contact and primary care provider, when R1 had an emergency, were not available for review.

Sep 27, 2024Complaint
CleanReport

An on-site investigation of complaint AZ00216602 was conducted on September 27, 2024, and no deficiencies were cited :

May 29, 2024Complaint

The following deficiencies were found during the on-site compliance inspection and investigation of complaint AZ00210716 and AZ00200009, conducted on May, 29, 2024:

Emergency responders; patient information; hospitals; discharge planning; patient screenings; discharge documentA.R.S. § 36-420.04.DCorrected May 30, 2024

Based on documentation review, record review, and interview, the assisted living center failed to maintain a copy of the documentation provided to an emergency responder, for one of one sampled residents for whom an emergency responder had been contacted. Findings include: 1. A review of facility documentation revealed an incident report dated May 12, 2024 for R2. The incident report stated, "Around 3:15 AM I heard a noise, at [R2's] room. Went to see and [R2] was on the floor. I asked what happened, [R2] said [they] tried to get up from the bed by themselves without calling and slipped between bed and wheelchair and fell to the floor......Call to 911 immediately, and while waiting notified [E1] Manager." 2. The Compliance Officer requested to review the facility's copy of the documentation which had been provided to the emergency responder after R2's incident. However, the documentation was not provided for review. 3. In an interview, E1 acknowledged a copy of the documentation given to the emergency responder for each resident was not available for review as required by ARS 36-420.04.

When a resident has an accident, emergency, or injury that results in the resident needing medical services, a manager shall ensure that a caregiver or an assistant caregiver:R9-10-818.D.1Corrected May 30, 2024

Based on documentation review and interview, the manager failed to ensure a caregiver or an assistant caregiver immediately notified the resident's emergency contact and primary care provider when a resident had an accident, emergency, or injury that resulted in the resident needing medical services. Findings include: 1. A review of facility documentation revealed an incident report dated May 12, 2024 for R2. The incident report stated, "Around 3:15 AM I heard a noise, at [R2's] room. Went to see and [R2] was on the floor. I asked what happened, [R2] said [they] tried to get up from the bed by themselves without calling and slipped between bed and wheelchair and fell to the floor......Call to 911 immediately, and while waiting notified [E1] Manager." The incident report indicated 911 was called at 3:20 AM, The resident's emergency was contacted at 6:00 AM, and R2's primary care provider was not notified of the incident. 2. In an interview, E1 reported E1 emailed R2's primary care provider at around 6:00 AM, the same time as the notification of the emergency contact. E1 acknowledged the incident report documentation indicated the caregiver had not immediately notified the emergency contact and primary care physician when R2 had an accident and required medical services.

Jul 3, 2023Routine

The following deficiencies were found during the on-site compliance inspection conducted on July 3, 2023:

A manager shall ensure that:R9-10-819.A.6Corrected Jul 13, 2023

Based on observation and interview, the manager failed to ensure the hot water temperature was maintained between 95 \'b0F and 120 \'b0F in areas of the assisted living facility used by residents. Findings include: 1. During an environmental inspection of the facility, the Compliance Officer observed the hot water temperature measured at 125.8\'b0 F in a shared bathroom adjacent to the living room. 2. In an interview, E1 acknowledged the hot water temperatures were not maintained between 95 \'b0F and 120 \'b0F.

A manager shall ensure that:R9-10-820.D.7.fCorrected Jul 13, 2023

Based on observation and interview, the manager failed to ensure each sleeping area had adjustable window covers that provided resident privacy. Findings include: 1. During an environmental tour of the facility, the Compliance Officer observed a resident bedroom, marked bedroom #2 on the facility floor plan, had two resident beds. However, the bedroom did not have adjustable window covers. 2. During an environmental tour of the facility, the Compliance Officer observed a resident bedroom, marked bedroom #3 on the facility floor plan, had two resident beds. However, the bedroom did not have adjustable window covers. 3. During an environmental tour of the facility, the Compliance Officer observed a resident bedroom, marked bedroom #5 on the facility floor plan, had two resident beds. However, the bedroom did not have adjustable window covers. 4. In an interview, E1 reported the facility was in the process of replacing window blinds in the facility. E1 acknowledged the three bedrooms did not have adjustable window covers for resident privacy.

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