nursing home in Tucson, AZ

Handmaker Home for the Aging

2221 North Rosemont Boulevard, Tucson, AZ 85712 · (520) 881-2323

★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★1
  • Staffing★★★★★3
  • Quality measures★★★★★5
  • Abuse citation

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data

Handmaker Home for the Aging at a glance

Handmaker Home for the Aging is a 94-bed non-profit nursing home in Tucson, Arizona (Pima County).

CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Arizona average of 3.3.

Residents receive about 3.9 hours of nursing care per day (0.4 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 4 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (January 23, 2026) found 14 health citations. The Arizona average is 6.3.

It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.

Nursing staff turnover is 68% per year (state average 45.2%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
Non Profit - Other
Beds
94
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Chain / affiliated entity
Pollak Holdings
Medicare-certified since
January 1, 1967
Continuing care retirement community
Yes
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Pima County
CMS Certification Number
035016

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityArizona avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)2 / 53.3 / 53 / 5Worse
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)1 / 52.8 / 52.8 / 5Worse
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 52.9 / 52.9 / 5Average
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)5 / 54.5 / 53.6 / 5Better
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)5 / 54.4 / 53.8 / 5Better
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)5 / 54.5 / 53.3 / 5Better

Staffing

This facility3.90 hrsArizona average3.98 hrsU.S. average3.86 hrs
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day: this facility vs. Arizona and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityArizona avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better)3.90 hrs3.98 hrs3.86 hrsAverage
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.39 hrs0.70 hrs0.69 hrsWorse
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.17 hrs2.24 hrs2.32 hrsWorse
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)3.55 hrs3.51 hrs3.42 hrsAverage
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)68%45.2%45.8%Worse
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)60%43.6%42.9%Worse
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)101Worse

Inspections

This facility14Arizona average6U.S. average9
Health citations in the most recent inspection: this facility vs. Arizona and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityArizona avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better)1469Worse
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)1333Worse
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)804180.6Average

Penalties

This facility0Arizona average0U.S. average1
Fines in the past 3 years: this facility vs. Arizona and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityArizona avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)001Better
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$0$8,928$30,972Better
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)001Better

Size

MeasureThis facilityArizona avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds94114107
Average residents per day778886
Occupancy81.5%79.6%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility2.9%Arizona average2.1%U.S. average3.2%
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury: this facility vs. Arizona and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityArizona avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better)2.9%2.1%3.2%Better
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)2.3%4.4%4.6%Better
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)16.9%10.6%15.4%Worse
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)0%1.2%1.6%Better
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)0.6%0.8%0.8%Better
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)3.1%10.7%13.9%Better
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)11.7%12.8%14.1%Better
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)8.1%5.3%5.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)0%3.9%12.8%Better
Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better)0%0.3%0.1%Better
Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better)11.6%21%19.5%Better
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)20.4%20.6%19%Worse
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)94.4%94.6%95.5%Average
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)100%96.9%93.6%Better

Short-stay residents

This facility1.2%Arizona average1.2%U.S. average1.6%
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication: this facility vs. Arizona and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityArizona avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)1.2%1.2%1.6%Better
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)93.4%87.3%79.8%Better
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)99.8%91.8%82%Better

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 43 health deficiencies and 18 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
April 15, 2026
Complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 15, 2026
April 15, 2026
Complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 15, 2026
January 23, 2026
Fire safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 25, 2025
January 23, 2026
Complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 31, 2026
January 23, 2026
Complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 20, 2026
January 23, 2026
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 31, 2026
December 24, 2025
Complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 24, 2026
November 12, 2025
Complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 27, 2025
September 12, 2025
Complaint
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected October 30, 2025
September 12, 2025
Complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 26, 2025
September 12, 2025
Complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 26, 2025
September 12, 2025
Complaint
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0835
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 13, 2025
September 12, 2025
Complaint
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0744
D
Potential harm, isolated
Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction
September 12, 2025
Complaint
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0742
D
Potential harm, isolated
Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction
September 12, 2025
Complaint
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 13, 2025
March 19, 2025
Complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 2, 2025
January 22, 2025
Complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 18, 2025
January 22, 2025
Complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 18, 2025
January 22, 2025
Complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 18, 2025
October 24, 2024
Fire safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 3, 2024
October 24, 2024
Fire safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected November 5, 2024
October 24, 2024
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 5, 2024
October 24, 2024
Fire safety
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0004
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 6, 2024
October 24, 2024
Fire safety
Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0006
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 6, 2024
October 24, 2024
Fire safety
Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0013
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 6, 2024
October 24, 2024
Fire safety
Establish policies and procedures including evacuation.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0020
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 6, 2024
October 24, 2024
Fire safety
Establish policies and procedures for sheltering.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0022
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 6, 2024
October 24, 2024
Fire safety
Establish policies and procedures for volunteers.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0024
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 6, 2024
October 24, 2024
Fire safety
Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0026
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 6, 2024
October 24, 2024
Fire safety
List the names and contact information of those in the facility.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0030
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 6, 2024
October 24, 2024
Fire safety
Provide family notifications of emergency plan.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0035
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 6, 2024
October 24, 2024
Fire safety
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 6, 2024
October 24, 2024
Complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 6, 2024
October 24, 2024
Complaint
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 6, 2024
October 24, 2024
Standard
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 6, 2024
October 24, 2024
Standard
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 6, 2024
October 24, 2024
Standard
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 6, 2024
October 24, 2024
Standard
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 6, 2024
October 24, 2024
Standard
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 6, 2024
October 24, 2024
Standard
Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.
Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0770
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 6, 2024
October 24, 2024
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 6, 2024
October 24, 2024
Standard
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 6, 2024
October 24, 2024
Complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 6, 2024
October 24, 2024
Standard
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0644
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 6, 2024
October 24, 2024
Complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 6, 2024
October 24, 2024
Standard
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0552
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 6, 2024
October 24, 2024
Standard
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0698
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 6, 2024
October 24, 2024
Complaint
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0726
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 6, 2024
October 24, 2024
Complaint
Ensure that a resident does not develop patterns of decreased social interaction and/or increased withdrawn, angry, or depressive behaviors, unless unavoidable.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0743
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 6, 2024
October 24, 2024
Standard
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 6, 2024
September 4, 2024
Complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 18, 2024
June 20, 2024
Complaint
Permit a resident to return to the nursing home after hospitalization or therapeutic leave that exceeds bed-hold policy.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0626
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 21, 2024
September 28, 2023
Fire safety
Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0921
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 8, 2023
September 28, 2023
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 8, 2023
September 28, 2023
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 8, 2023
September 28, 2023
Fire safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 8, 2023
September 28, 2023
Standard
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected October 19, 2023
September 28, 2023
Standard
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0565
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 26, 2023
September 28, 2023
Standard
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 19, 2023
September 28, 2023
Standard
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0726
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 19, 2023
September 28, 2023
Standard
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 19, 2023

Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.

Fines and payment denials

CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.

Owners and managers

Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.

NameRoleShareSince
BASTIAMPILLAI, NICHOLAS
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE09/15/2025
GOODING, EMERSON
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE09/16/2025
HANDMAKER JEWISH SERVICES FOR THE AGING
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE11/18/2024
POLLAK, ELIE
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE02/19/2021
WISSINGER, TRAVIS
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE02/19/2021
ASH, BRUCE
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE02/22/2021
WEXLER, ALLISON
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE09/21/2014
BREGMAN, PHILIP
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE09/21/2014
KOHN, BRIAN
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE02/22/2021
POLLAK, ELIE
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE02/19/2021
WISSINGER, TRAVIS
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE02/19/2021
BASTIAMPILLAI, NICHOLAS
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE12/31/2021
DORF, RACHEL
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE02/19/2021
GOODING, EMERSON
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE07/30/2025
HANDMAKER JEWISH SERVICES FOR THE AGING
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE11/18/2024
POLLAK, ELIE
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE02/19/2021

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Frequently asked questions

What is Handmaker Home for the Aging's rating?

Handmaker Home for the Aging has 2 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Arizona nursing homes is 3.3 stars.

How many inspection citations did Handmaker Home for the Aging receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 14 citations, compared with a Arizona average of 6.3. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Handmaker Home for the Aging accept Medicare and Medicaid?

CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.

Who owns Handmaker Home for the Aging?

It is non profit - other and part of Pollak Holdings. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Handmaker Home for the Aging and how do I contact it?

Handmaker Home for the Aging is at 2221 North Rosemont Boulevard, Tucson, AZ 85712. Phone: (520) 881-2323.

About this data

Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.