The state unveiled a new Web site Monday that allows residents to read inspection reports and other care data on Arizona child-care centers, assisted-living facilities and nursing homes.
The Web site - www. AZCareCheck.com - was created in response to a January executive order by Gov. Janet Napolitano. The site allows users to:
• Search for licensed nursing homes, assisted living facilities and child-care centers.
• Peruse inspection reports and complaint investigations, as well as view recent enforcement actions taken by the state Department of Health Services.
• View quality ratings for nursing homes across Arizona.
By putting the information online, it is hoped that DHS staff will have more time to respond to care complaints. DHS Director Sue Gerard noted that AZCareCheck.com is a good starting point when shopping for a nursing home or child-care facility, but no substitute for an in-person visit.
"Choosing quality care for your loved one is one of the biggest decisions people face," she said in a statement. "This Web site gives quick access to critical information people need to make informed decisions."
Full text available at the Arizona Republic
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