Best Skilled Nursing in Yuma, Arizona
11 communities found
Yuma has 11 skilled nursing communities with an average rating of 3.8 based on 865 reviews read. Six communities report Medicare star ratings, averaging 3 stars, with two rated four stars or higher and none at one star or five stars. Most communities offer medication management, 24-hour staff, wheelchair accessibility and emergency call systems, each present in 9 of the 11 communities.
- 11communities
- 3.8average rating, 11 rated
- 865family reviews read
- 0small homes, 10 or fewer
Arizona State Veteran Home - Yuma
Yuma, Arizona
5(7)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Haven Health Yuma
Yuma, Arizona
4.5(356)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Life Care Center Of Yuma
Yuma, Arizona
4.4(282)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Haven Health Sandpointe
Yuma, Arizona
4.3(79)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Bee Hive Homes
Yuma, Arizona
3.9(10)
Assisted LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Ridgeview Transitional Rehabilitation
Yuma, Arizona
4(32)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Foothills Adult Care Home
Yuma, Arizona
3.7(6)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Yuma Nursing Center
Yuma, Arizona
3.8(66)
Memory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Aponi Home Health Team
Yuma, Arizona
2.8(8)
Home health
A Special Place Care Home
Yuma, Arizona
2(4)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Ironwood Estate Assisted Living, LLC
Yuma, Arizona
3.1(15)
Assisted LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated skilled nursing in Yuma
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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Arizona State Veteran Home - Yuma
5 (7 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 80 units
This veterans' skilled nursing and long-term care home earns a perfect 5 out of 5 from reviewers who describe it as clean, bright and welcoming, with friendly staff and private rooms.
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4.5 (356 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 120 units
Reviewers consistently praise the rehabilitation therapy and nursing staff here, noting real progress in strength and mobility, though food quality and social services communication need improvement.
- 3
4.4 (282 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 128 units
Families describe this as a clean, friendly rehabilitation and skilled nursing facility, though one detailed account raised concerns about delayed medications and slow response to call lights.
- 4
4.3 (79 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 143 units
Located across from Yuma Regional Medical Center, reviewers report mixed experiences, with attentive nurses and therapy staff alongside reports of missed meals and limited therapy time.
- 5
3.9 (10 reviews)· Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
This small, home-like assisted living community draws consistent praise for caring staff and home-cooked meals, though a couple of reviews raise concerns about door locks and eating assistance.
- 6
Ridgeview Transitional Rehabilitation
4 (32 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 41 units
Nurses and physical or occupational therapists here draw strong praise for attentiveness and compassion, alongside clean rooms, good food and flexible visiting policies.
- 7
3.7 (6 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
This small assisted living and memory care home gets mixed reviews, with several families saying staff treat residents like family, though one raised cleanliness concerns.
- 8
3.8 (66 reviews)· Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 120 units
Reviews here are mostly positive, praising cleanliness and compassionate CNAs and nurses, though one report described a serious medication-access delay.
- 9
2.8 (8 reviews)· Home Health, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
This small home health, hospice and skilled nursing provider has a mixed reputation, with one reviewer praising caring staff and several others describing reliability and management problems.
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Ironwood Estate Assisted Living, LLC
3.1 (15 reviews)· Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Reviews here are sharply divided, with one family describing attentive end-of-life care while others reported concerns about staffing levels, hygiene and billing.
What families say about skilled nursing in Yuma
Counted across the review summaries of 11 Yuma communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Families most often praise caring, attentive staff, mentioned in 82% of the 11 communities, along with cleanliness and building and grounds, each noted in 64%. Food and dining draws praise in 45% but also concerns, and communication with families is the top complaint at 45%, followed by staff attitude and medical or nursing care, each at 36%.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 82%
- Cleanliness 64%
- Building and grounds 64%
- Food and dining 45%
- Medical and nursing care 36%
Concerns raised
- Communication with families 45%
- Staff attitude 36%
- Medical and nursing care 36%
- Cost and billing 27%
“My aunt is currently staying at life care center and I have found that the staff is very nice and friendly. The cleanliness of the facility is top notch.”
“It is my time here at haven of yuma. I chose this place due to their Google rating and I dont regret it one bit. The therapy team has made have significant progress since arriving. I am now able to walk longer distances. I have 0 complaints about the nursing staff. I am grateful for the entire haven staff”
Skilled Nursing in Yuma: the figures
- •Of the 6 with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 1 have 11 to 60, and 5 have more than 60.
- •6 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 3.5 out of 5: 3 rated four stars or better, 0 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: medication management (9), 24-hour staff (9), wheelchair accessible (9), emergency call system (9), housekeeping (8), on-site nurse (rn) (8).
How families pay for skilled nursing in Arizona
Most families in Arizona pay for assisted living, memory care and independent living with private funds, often drawing on savings, retirement income and the proceeds from selling a home. Long-term care insurance, when a parent or spouse purchased a policy years ago, can also help cover the monthly cost, though the amount and terms vary by policy. Veterans and surviving spouses who meet the eligibility rules may qualify for VA Aid and Attendance, a benefit that adds a monthly payment on top of a standard VA pension and can be applied toward the cost of care.
The full picture for the state: Skilled Nursing in Arizona.
About these figures
Computed on October 23, 2026 from the 11 communities listed in Yuma, 865 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change; the written summary was last revised September 25, 2026.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Yuma ask about.
- Home Care in Arizona: Agencies, Medicare Home Health Ratings, and What It Costs
- Nursing Home vs. Assisted Living: Which Level of Care Does Your Loved One Actually Need?
- What to Expect from Daily Life in a Skilled Nursing Home?
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Skilled Nursing in Yuma: Common Questions
How many skilled nursing long term care communities are in Yuma, Arizona?
MyLivingChoice lists 11 skilled nursing long term care communities in Yuma, Arizona, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which skilled nursing long term care communities in Yuma are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Arizona State Veteran Home - Yuma (5★, 7 ratings), Haven Health Yuma (4.5★, 356 ratings), Life Care Center Of Yuma (4.4★, 282 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Yuma?
Beyond skilled nursing long term care, Yuma has assisted living (18 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (11 communities), at-home care (10 communities), home health (7 communities), independent living (7 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate skilled nursing long term care in Yuma?
Families rate Yuma skilled nursing long term care communities 3.8 out of 5 on average, across 865 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Yuma skilled nursing long term care communities?
Across the review summaries of 11 Yuma communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 82%), cleanliness (mentioned for 64%), building and grounds (mentioned for 64%). The most common concerns are communication with families (45%), staff attitude (36%), medical and nursing care (36%).
Are there small skilled nursing long term care homes in Yuma?
Of the 6 Yuma communities with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 1 has 11 to 60, and 5 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.
How do Yuma nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
6 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Yuma carry an overall star rating, averaging 3.5 out of 5. 3 are rated four stars or better and 0 are rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.
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