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Archie Hendricks Sr Skilled Nursing Facility

Federal Route 15 Mile Post 9

3.5(8 ratings)

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Quick Facts

Total units
60
Medicare rating
3 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
Non profit, Corporation
Certified beds
60
Operator
Run by the Tohono O'odham Nursing Care Authority
Care philosophy
Culturally aligned care preserving traditional Himdag values
On-site therapy
Wound care and physical therapy provided on-site
Companion facility
Separate 10-bed elder assisted living residence nearby

What Families Think

Archie Hendricks Sr Skilled Nursing Facility is a tribally-operated nursing home on the Tohono O'odham Nation, created to let elders receive care without leaving their community. Online reviews are sparse and mixed, with some family members raising serious concerns about medical care and communication, while the facility's mission emphasizes culturally aligned, self-determined care.

The Good

  • Culturally aligned care rooted in Himdag traditions
  • On-site wound care and physical therapy services
  • Also runs a separate 10-bed assisted living residence
  • Lets elders stay within their home community
  • Private bedrooms and bathrooms at the assisted living residence

The Bad

  • One reviewer described unmanaged pain and inadequate medical attention
  • One report of a resident going missing and being hard to locate
  • Very few reviews (8) make it hard to gauge overall care quality

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Archie Hendricks Sr Skilled Nursing Facility is a senior living community in Sells, Arizona offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Social Activities, Housekeeping and Emergency Call System. Families rate it 3.5 out of 5 across 8 reviews.

About Archie Hendricks Sr Skilled Nursing Facility

Archie Hendricks Senior Skilled Nursing Facility is a skilled nursing facility in Sells, Arizona, operated by the Tohono O'odham Nursing Care Authority (TONCA). The facility is Medicare/Medicaid dual-certified and provides both short-term and long-term care to elder members of the Tohono O'odham Nation.

The skilled nursing facility is a 60-bed facility offering a high level of care with services including wound care and physical therapy to support elders recovering from adverse medical events and conditions. TONCA was founded to enable elders of the Nation to receive care without leaving their community, allowing them to stay connected to loved ones while receiving culturally aligned care that preserves traditional Himdag and cultural values.

TONCA operates with an O'odham-centered mindset, delivering individualized services that empower residents and respect their right to self-determination. The organization fosters a supportive atmosphere with collaborative decision-making and a commitment to continual improvement in care delivery. In addition to the skilled nursing facility, TONCA operates the Tohono O'odham Elder Assisted Living Residence, a 10-bed community with private bedrooms and bathrooms, spacious common areas, and a range of enrichment services.

The Archie Hendricks Sr. Skilled Nursing Facility was founded through the vision of Archie Hendricks Sr., who sought to empower elders of the Nation to live with dignity and receive quality care within their traditional community.

Types of Care at Archie Hendricks Sr Skilled Nursing Facility

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Emergency Call System
  • Private Bathroom
  • Private Rooms
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Meals & Dining

  • Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Housekeeping
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)
  • Security

Activities

  • Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)

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Reviews of Archie Hendricks Sr Skilled Nursing Facility

3.5overall · 8 ratings combined

3.5★ on Google (8)

Delroy Sam

May 2023

via Google

I hate this place I'm not getting the medical attention I need I'm in pain suffering Dr Scott bohan doesn't know what he is doing if I'm suffering in pain imagine what the Dr is doing to the elders if you have family here check on them

Erica Lewis

May 2021

via Google

No star for this place they left my father in law and we couldn't find him u guys jacked up no stars

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Government Inspection History

4 inspection visits in the last three years, 45 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Jul 25, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard6 citations
  • Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 1, 2025

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 23, 2025

  • Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 1, 2025

  • Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 23, 2025

  • Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 1, 2025

  • Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 23, 2025

Sep 27, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard17 citations
  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Oct 25, 2024

  • Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Dec 6, 2024

  • Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Dec 6, 2024

  • Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Oct 25, 2024

  • Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Dec 6, 2024

  • Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Dec 6, 2024

  • Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Dec 6, 2024

  • Meet other general requirements that are deficient.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Dec 6, 2024

  • Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 25, 2024

  • Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Dec 6, 2024

  • Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 25, 2024

  • Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 25, 2024

  • Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 25, 2024

  • Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 25, 2024

  • Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 25, 2024

  • Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 25, 2024

  • Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Dec 6, 2024

Sep 14, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth ComplaintHealth Standard21 citations
  • Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Oct 16, 2023

  • Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Oct 16, 2023

  • Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 10, 2023

  • Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 10, 2023

  • Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 16, 2023

  • Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 10, 2023

  • Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 10, 2023

  • Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 10, 2023

  • Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 10, 2023

  • Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 10, 2023

  • Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Oct 10, 2023

  • Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 10, 2023

  • Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 10, 2023

  • Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 16, 2023

  • Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 10, 2023

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 10, 2023

  • Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 10, 2023

  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 10, 2023

  • Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 10, 2023

  • Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 16, 2023

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 16, 2023

Jul 19, 2023Health Complaint1 citation
  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 25, 2023

Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Archie Hendricks Sr Skilled Nursing Facility offer?

Archie Hendricks Sr Skilled Nursing Facility offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is Archie Hendricks Sr Skilled Nursing Facility located?

Archie Hendricks Sr Skilled Nursing Facility is located at Federal Route 15 Mile Post 9 in Sells, Arizona.

What do families say about Archie Hendricks Sr Skilled Nursing Facility?

Archie Hendricks Sr Skilled Nursing Facility is a tribally-operated nursing home on the Tohono O'odham Nation, created to let elders receive care without leaving their community. Online reviews are sparse and mixed, with some family members raising serious concerns about medical care and communication, while the facility's mission emphasizes culturally aligned, self-determined care.

How did Archie Hendricks Sr Skilled Nursing Facility do on recent health and safety inspections?

Archie Hendricks Sr Skilled Nursing Facility had 4 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 45 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.

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