BridgeWater Assisted Living Tucson
Assisted Living · Tucson, AZ

BridgeWater Assisted Living Tucson

Assisted Living · Tucson, AZ

Overview of Bridgewater Assisted Living Tucson

Bridgewater Assisted Living Tucson is a senior living community that prides itself on providing a cozy and hospitable atmosphere for its residents. The staff members are committed to delivering compassionate care and outstanding service to each resident, and they work collaboratively with families and healthcare providers to create tailored care plans that cater to the distinctive needs and desires of each resident. Furthermore, the community offers a dynamic calendar of social events and activities, ranging from live music performances and arts and crafts to games and other interactive sessions, all aimed at keeping residents engaged and fostering a sense of camaraderie and social connectedness among them.
This senior living community offers its residents an array of amazing choices, ranging from assisted living to memory care facilities, as well as a distinctive tranquility program. At the heart of this community are a dedicated team of skilled and licensed professionals who strive to provide unparalleled programming and care to every resident, with a keen focus on delivering the highest standard of personalized care that caters to their unique needs and preferences. With a strong emphasis on individualized attention, this community ensures that each resident is treated with the utmost respect, dignity, and compassion.

(520) 742-3554
Bed community size
133-bed community Rank #63 / 530Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 63rd out of 530 homes in Arizona. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Arizona SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
5 years in operation Rank #342 / 532Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 342nd out of 532 homes in Arizona. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Arizona SNFs. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 44 / 100 Rank #324 / 819Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 324th out of 819 homes in Arizona. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Arizona SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Center
StatusActive
IssuanceSeptember 1, 2020
ExpirationJanuary 8, 2027
License NumberAL11318C
QualificationHealth Care

Services

Directed Care Services
Personal Care Services
Supervisory Care Services

Ownership & Operating Entity

BridgeWater Assisted Living Tucson is administrated by Dennis Scalpone.

OwnerBRIDGEWATER LA CHOLLA, LLC

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactRobert Dietterick

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Inspection History

In Arizona, the Department of Health Services, Bureau of Long Term Care Licensing performs regular onsite inspections and investigates complaints for all licensed residential and nursing facilities.

Since 2023 · 3 years of data 3 deficiencies 16 complaints 20 inspections
Inspection Score Info A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the Arizona state average. See the assisted living residences benchmark below for the typical Arizona score; higher is better.

Near the Arizona average for assisted living residences.

Arizona assisted living residences benchmark: C 75/100

Inspection score: 75 out of 100. Letter grade C. Near the Arizona average for assisted living residences.

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Arizona state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2023 vs. Arizona state average
Overall vs. AZ average 4 Worse Metrics worse than Arizona average:
• Enforcement actions (400% above)
• Total inspections (300% above)
• Total complaints (167% above)
• Complaints per year (165% above)
3 Better Metrics better than Arizona average:
• Total deficiencies (67% below)
• Deficiencies per year (67% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (89% below)
Latest Inspection October 3, 2025 Monitoring 2 deficiencies

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityAZ Averagevs. AZ Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 39 This facility has 67% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (3 vs. AZ avg 9).↓ 67% better
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2023. 13 This facility has 67% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (1 vs. AZ avg 3).↓ 67% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 0.21.8 This facility has 89% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (0.2 vs. AZ avg 1.8).↓ 89% better
Enforcement actions Info Formal penalties or interventions imposed by Arizona regulators — directed plans of correction, civil monetary penalties, denial of payment, or appointment of temporary management. 51 This facility has 400% more enforcement actions than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (5 vs. AZ avg 1).↑ 400% worse

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityAZ Averagevs. AZ Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 205 This facility has 300% more total inspections than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (20 vs. AZ avg 5).↑ 300% worse

Complaints & Investigations Info Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.

This FacilityAZ Averagevs. AZ Avg
Total complaints Info Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff. 166 This facility has 167% more total complaints than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (16 vs. AZ avg 6).↑ 167% worse
Complaints per year Info Average complaints per year since 2023. 5.32 This facility has 165% more complaints per year than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (5.3 vs. AZ avg 2).↑ 165% worse

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

This facility’s inspection record is mixed, with repeated enforcement actions mostly for documentation and caregiver training deficiencies. The most recent inspection on August 8, 2025, resulted in a $250 fine related to medication administration errors posing health risks. Between January 2023 and July 2023, inspectors cited failures to verify caregiver skills, maintain personnel records, and provide timely documentation, leading to several fines totaling over $5,000.

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Address 5.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Tucson's city center to BridgeWater Assisted Living Tucson's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.34 miles to nearest hospital (Catalyst Pain Solutions)

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Assisted Living in Arizona

BridgeWater Assisted Living Tucson is located in Tucson, Arizona.
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Arizona Long Term Care System

ALTCS

Age 65+ or disabled
General Arizona resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
AZ

Covers tribal members; rural outreach.

Benefits
In-home care (6-8 hours/day) Assisted living Nursing home care Medical services Transportation (10 trips/month)

Non-Medical Home and Community Based Services

AZ DES Non-Medical HCBS

Age 60+
General Arizona resident, at risk of institutionalization.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $10,000 individual
AZ

Limited funding; waitlists common.

Benefits
Homemaker services (3-5 hours/week) Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Adult day care (~$60/day)

Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)

AZ WAP

Age 60+ priority
General Arizona resident, own/rent home, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month 200% of poverty level, individual
Asset Limits Not applicable; income-focused.
AZ

High demand in rural desert areas; limited annual funds.

Benefits
Insulation Weather stripping HVAC repairs (avg. $500-$1,000/year savings)

Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly

AZ Section 202

Age 62+
General Arizona resident, very low income, able to live independently with support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,645/month 50% of area median income, individual, varies by county
Asset Limits $10,000 individual, excludes home if owned
AZ

Limited units; high demand in metro areas like Phoenix.

Benefits
Subsidized rent (30% of income, e.g., $300-$500/month) On-site services (housekeeping, transportation, ~$200/month value)

Arizona CARES Program

AZ CARES

Age
General Caregivers of Arizona residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.
Income Limits No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.
Asset Limits Not applicable; need-based.
AZ

Focus on rural access; complements ALTCS respite.

Benefits
Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Counseling (4-6 sessions/year) Training (2-3 workshops/year) Supplies (~$200/year)

AZ DES Non-Medical Home and Community Based Services (HCBS)

AZ DES Non-Medical HCBS

Age 60+ or disabled
General Arizona resident, need assistance with daily activities, not eligible for Medicaid/ALTCS.
Income Limits Above Medicaid threshold but low-income ~$1,500-$2,500/month, varies by region
Asset Limits Not specified; income-driven eligibility.
AZ

Targets those ineligible for ALTCS; prioritizes rural and tribal areas.

Benefits
Homemaker services (3-5 hours/week) Personal care (limited hours) Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

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The information below is reported by the Arizona Department of Health Services, Bureau of Long Term Care Licensing.

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BridgeWater Assisted Living Tucson
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Frequently Asked Questions about BridgeWater Assisted Living Tucson

What neighborhood is BridgeWater Assisted Living Tucson in?

BridgeWater Assisted Living Tucson is in the Friendship Villas At La Cholla neighborhood of Tucson.

Who is the owner of BridgeWater Assisted Living Tucson?

The legal owner and operator of BridgeWater Assisted Living Tucson is Bridgewater La Cholla, Llc.

Is BridgeWater Assisted Living Tucson in a walkable area?

BridgeWater Assisted Living Tucson has a walk score of 44. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of BridgeWater Assisted Living Tucson?

According to AZ state health department records, BridgeWater Assisted Living Tucson's license number is AL11318C.

When does BridgeWater Assisted Living Tucson's license expire?

According to AZ state health department records, BridgeWater Assisted Living Tucson's license expires on January 8, 2027.

Who is the administrator of BridgeWater Assisted Living Tucson?

Dennis Scalpone is the administrator of BridgeWater Assisted Living Tucson.

How many beds does BridgeWater Assisted Living Tucson have?

BridgeWater Assisted Living Tucson has 133 beds.

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