Desert Willows Memory Care

333 East 1160 South, Saint George, UT 84770

(435) 628-2262

Assisted Living Facility|Last inspected January 30, 2025

7 violations cited

Last inspected: January 30, 2025|Licensed for 48 beds

AI-Generated Summary

State inspectors found multiple serious violations at Desert Willows Memory Care across several inspections spanning 2024–2025. Most critically, a resident accessed an unlocked commercial kitchen, became trapped in a freezer, and died — inspectors cited the administrator for failing to maintain adequate oversight, conduct required inspections, and investigate incidents, resulting in a $10,000 fine. Inspectors also found the facility lacked 24-hour qualified direct-care staffing and had no current registered nurse contract for nursing services and medication delegation. Additionally, six resident admission files repeatedly lacked required legal rights notices and ombudsman complaint information across four consecutive inspections. All violations were ultimately verified as corrected by February–March 2025.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Desert Willows Memory Care

How many violations does Desert Willows Memory Care have?
Desert Willows Memory Care has 7 violations documented in The Care Audit database. Review the full citation details above.
When was Desert Willows Memory Care last inspected?
The most recent inspection date on file is January 30, 2025. Facilities in Utah are typically re-inspected annually.
Is there an official inspection report for Desert Willows Memory Care?
Yes. A link to the official state inspection report is available on this page. The report is hosted on the Utah government website.
Is Desert Willows Memory Care a licensed facility in Utah?
Desert Willows Memory Care is listed in The Care Audit as a state-licensed assisted living facility in Saint George, Utah. Licensing status is sourced from official Utah health department records and is updated periodically.