BridgeWater Assisted Living Tucson
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Tucson, AZ

BridgeWater Assisted Living Tucson

Assisted Living & Memory Care · 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.

Bed community size
133-bed community Rank #61 / 522Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 61st out of 522 homes in Arizona for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Arizona facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Arizona that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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 #345 / 533Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 345th out of 533 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Arizona that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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 #323 / 818Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 323rd out of 818 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Arizona that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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

Ownership & Operating Entity

BridgeWater Assisted Living Tucson is administered by Dennis Scalpone.

OwnerBridgewater La Cholla, LLC

Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactRobert Dietterick (per state records, record updated Jul 2026)

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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.

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, 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.

Overall vs. AZ average 2 Worse Metrics worse than Arizona average:
• Enforcement actions (456% above)
• Total complaints (167% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

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

This FacilityAZ Averagevs. AZ Avg
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. 50.9 This facility has 456% more enforcement actions than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (5 vs. AZ avg 0.9).↑ 456% 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 inspections conducted at this facility. 205 This facility has had 300% more total inspections than the Arizona average (20 vs. AZ avg 5). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 300% more

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 Rank #467 / 482 Total complaints — State benchmarked This home is ranked 467th out of 482 homes in Arizona for complaint-related visits. Shows this facility's complaint-related visits compared to the Arizona average among 482 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Arizona that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.

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

  • August 8, 2025 inspection resulted in a $250 fine fully paid, continuing a pattern of enforcement actions for regulatory violations.
  • July 14, 2023 enforcement cited repeated failures to verify caregiver skills and training, missing documentation, and untimely responses, resulting in $1,000 in fines.
  • March 25, 2025 enforcement fined the facility for medication administration errors posing health risks to residents.

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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.

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Compare Assisted Living around Tucson

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 to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

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AL
HOS
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Tucson (Broadway Proper)
255
Facility 255
AZ AVG 54
Rank #3 / 522
No
57
Facility 57
AZ AVG 37
Rank #179 / 818
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
50
Facility 50
AZ AVG 11
Rank #1 / 533
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Brookdale Santa Catalina
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Tucson (Sin Vacas)
155
Facility 155
AZ AVG 54
Rank #33 / 522
Yes
0
Facility 0
AZ AVG 37
Rank #801 / 818
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
27
Facility 27
AZ AVG 11
Rank #38 / 533
A+-
71
Facility 71
AZ AVG 82
Rank #32 / 54
6
59
Facility 59
AZ AVG 9
Rank #29 / 35
9.8
Facility 9.8
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #32 / 35
Villa Hermosa
AL
IL
MC
Tucson (Harold Bell Wright Estates)
135
Facility 135
AZ AVG 54
Rank #57 / 522
Yes
78
Facility 78
AZ AVG 37
Rank #15 / 818
1 Bed / 2 Bed
12
Facility 12
AZ AVG 11
Rank #171 / 533
A+Amber A Harkin-5--
BridgeWater Assisted Living Tucson
AL
MC
Tucson (Friendship Villas At La Cholla)
133
Facility 133
AZ AVG 54
Rank #61 / 522
Yes
44
Facility 44
AZ AVG 37
Rank #323 / 818
-
5
Facility 5
AZ AVG 11
Rank #345 / 533
-Dennis Scalpone-20--
Splendido at Rancho Vistoso
AL
HOS
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Tucson
42
Facility 42
AZ AVG 54
Rank #218 / 522
No
8
Facility 8
AZ AVG 37
Rank #707 / 818
-
18
Facility 18
AZ AVG 11
Rank #97 / 533
-Maria Parham
82
Facility 82
AZ AVG 82
Rank #9 / 54
8
15
Facility 15
AZ AVG 9
Rank #14 / 35
1.9
Facility 1.9
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #17 / 35

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Arizona

BridgeWater Assisted Living Tucson is located in Tucson, Arizona.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in 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)

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?

BridgeWater Assisted Living Tucson is legally operated by Bridgewater La Cholla, LLC, and administered by Dennis Scalpone.

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.

How long has BridgeWater Assisted Living Tucson been in business?

BridgeWater Assisted Living Tucson has been operating for approximately 5 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at BridgeWater Assisted Living Tucson?

Yes, BridgeWater Assisted Living Tucson allows residents to bring their pets.

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