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Desert Marigold Senior Living
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Tempe, AZ
Well-maintained outdoor space with grass and trees Outdoor seating area with shaded tables and plants Outdoor pool area with seating chairs

Desert Marigold Senior Living

Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Tempe, AZ
6150 S Rural Rd, Tempe, AZ 85283 View map
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Offering assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care, Desert Marigold Senior Living is a senior living community at 6150 S Rural Rd in the Kiwanis Park neighborhood of Tempe, Arizona. The community has served residents for 6 years, giving families several care options based on a loved one’s changing needs.

Residents receive 24-hour supervision. Housekeeping, dining services, and a dedicated memory care program are also available for those who need specialized support. Forrest Peterson is the community’s manager.

Desert Marigold is about 3 miles from HonorHealth Tempe Medical Center, giving residents and families convenient access to nearby hospital care. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 66, which is moderately walkable. Some nearby shops and services can be reached on foot. However, other errands and outings are easier by car.

Families interested in Desert Marigold should schedule a tour to learn more about the available room options, amenities, dining services, and everyday life in the community.

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By The Numbers

Community insights.

Years of operating Info An established community with some operational experience and growing routines. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #250 / 450Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 250th out of 450 assisted living communities we track in Arizona for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Arizona facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Arizona that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
6 years
Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #40 / 534Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 40th out of 534 assisted living communities we track in Arizona for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Arizona facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Arizona that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
66 / 100
BBB Rating Info An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
B- Not Accredited
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Address 4.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Tempe's city center to Desert Marigold Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 3.24 miles to nearest hospital (HonorHealth Tempe Medical Center)

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Info below is compiled from the AZ Dept. of Health Services (ADHS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Inspirations of Tempe
AL
RC
Tempe (Optimist Park Sw)
115
Facility 115
AZ AVG 47
Rank #71 / 448
Yes
68
Facility 68
AZ AVG 35
Rank #33 / 534
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
8
Facility 8
AZ AVG 11
Rank #200 / 450
-Gretchen B Bechtold8
14
Facility 14
AZ AVG 9
Rank #328 / 432
1.8
Facility 1.8
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #214 / 432
Heaven Care Residential
AL
RESC
Tempe (South Tempe)
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 47
Rank #170 / 448
No
50
Facility 50
AZ AVG 35
Rank #142 / 534
Private / Shared Rooms
1
Facility 1
AZ AVG 11
Rank #415 / 450
-Shernetra Young3
0
Facility 0
AZ AVG 9
Rank #1 / 432
0.0
Facility 0.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #1 / 432
Summerfield at Jentilly
AL
RC
Tempe (Sandahl)
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 47
Rank #170 / 448
No
49
Facility 49
AZ AVG 35
Rank #149 / 534
Studio / 1 Bed / Semi-Private Rooms
1
Facility 1
AZ AVG 11
Rank #415 / 450
-Lovely G Demo2
7
Facility 7
AZ AVG 9
Rank #228 / 432
3.5
Facility 3.5
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #330 / 432
Secret Garden Assisted Living
AL
Tempe (Sunset)
5
Facility 5
AZ AVG 47
Rank #375 / 448
No
67
Facility 67
AZ AVG 35
Rank #37 / 534
-
1
Facility 1
AZ AVG 11
Rank #415 / 450
-Secret Garden Assited Living II LLC Na2
0
Facility 0
AZ AVG 9
Rank #1 / 432
0.0
Facility 0.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #1 / 432
Desert Marigold Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
RC
Tempe (Kiwanis Park)-Yes
66
Facility 66
AZ AVG 35
Rank #40 / 534
-
6
Facility 6
AZ AVG 11
Rank #250 / 450
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Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other AZ assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Arizona

Desert Marigold Senior Living is located in Tempe, 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).
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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)

Frequently Asked Questions about Desert Marigold Senior Living

What neighborhood is Desert Marigold Senior Living in?

Desert Marigold Senior Living is in the Kiwanis Park neighborhood of Tempe.

Is Desert Marigold Senior Living in a walkable area?

Desert Marigold Senior Living has a walk score of 66. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

How long has Desert Marigold Senior Living been in business?

Desert Marigold Senior Living has been operating for approximately 6 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Desert Marigold Senior Living?

Yes, Desert Marigold Senior Living allows residents to bring their pets.

Are there photos of Desert Marigold Senior Living?

Yes — there are 3 photos of Desert Marigold Senior Living in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does Desert Marigold Senior Living provide?

Desert Marigold Senior Living offers Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care.

What is the address of Desert Marigold Senior Living?

Desert Marigold Senior Living is located at 6150 S Rural Rd, Tempe, AZ 85283.

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