Brookdale Tanque Verde
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Tucson, AZ

Brookdale Tanque Verde

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Tucson, AZ

Overview of Brookdale Tanque Verde

A classic senior living community in Tucson, Arizona, Brookdale Tanque Verde provides person-centered memory care. Featuring spacious floor plans, including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, the community offers safe and comfortable residences for seniors. Brookdale Tanque Verde ensures 24-hour quality care and assistance from a highly skilled and compassionate team and guarantees safety with secured entrances and exits, an emergency alert system, and enclosed walking paths.

Brookdale Tanque Verde fosters a warm and welcoming environment, offering signature memory care programs, including Clare Bridge and Solace. The Clare Bridge program provides residents with six planned activities each day to promote the use of their current skills and abilities, while the Solace program provides additional support to residents in the advanced stages of dementia. Residents also savor a warm and welcoming dining experience where they can enjoy flavorful and nutritious meals daily. The Brookdale Tanque Verde prioritizes its residents ‘ enjoyment and wellness by providing vibrant common areas, a well-stocked library, an arts & crafts studio, and a fitness center.

Bed community size
42-bed community Rank #218 / 522Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 218th 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 moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
6 years in operation Rank #307 / 533Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 307th 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: 66 / 100 Rank #84 / 818Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 84th 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.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Center
StatusActive
IssuanceJanuary 22, 2020
ExpirationJanuary 21, 2027
License NumberAL11370C
QualificationHealth Care

Ownership & Operating Entity

Brookdale Tanque Verde is administered by Briana Lee Mcgaugh Fischer.

OwnerBkd Tanque Verde, LLC

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesEmergency Alert System

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

2 services
Continuing Care Retirement Communities
At Home Care

Additional Policies & Features

HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes
Utilities IncludedYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Pet Friendly
Transportation
Library
Beauty/Barber Shop
Courtyard And Garden
Gardening / Greenhouse
Private Dining Room
Arts & Crafts Studio
Game Room
Walking Paths
Landscaped Grounds
Community Kitchen
Piano
ActivitiesDaily activities include group exercises, nature walks, bingo, trivia games, and more
Touring HoursMon - Fri: 8am - 9pm CT / Sat: 9am - 5:30pm CT

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$6,050 per month

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionDining experience includes flavorful and nutritious meals three times a day, plus snacks and beverages available all day long.
Meal ScheduleThree meals a day plus snacks and beverages available all day.
Brookdale Tanque Verde – Menu
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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 1 Worse Metrics worse than Arizona average:
• Enforcement actions (122% above)
1 Better Metrics better than Arizona average:
• Total complaints (33% below)

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. 20.9 This facility has 122% more enforcement actions than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (2 vs. AZ avg 0.9).↑ 122% 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. 65 This facility has had 20% more total inspections than the Arizona average (6 vs. AZ avg 5). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 20% 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. 46 This facility has 33% fewer total complaints than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (4 vs. AZ avg 6).↓ 33% better Rank #346 / 482 Total complaints — State benchmarked This home is ranked 346th 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.

  • The most recent inspection on September 11, 2025 found no deficiencies during complaint investigations of four separate complaints.
  • The September 9, 2024 annual inspection cited four deficiencies involving documentation, resident service plans, means of exit, and evacuation drills.
  • Enforcement in October 2024 imposed two civil fines totaling $1,000 for failing to document staff first aid/CPR training and inadequate resident egress alert systems.

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / Suite

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Building Type: Single-story

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Transportation Services

Type of Rooms Available

Studio
Studio
1
Suite
Suite
1

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Brookdale Tanque Verde

Places of interest near Brookdale Tanque Verde

Address 9050 E Tanque Verde Rd, Tucson, AZ 85749 — 3.91 miles to nearest hospital (Carondelet St. Joseph's Hospital)

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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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HOS
IL
MC
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SNF
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57
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AZ AVG 37
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50
Facility 50
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Rank #1 / 533
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Brookdale Santa Catalina
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IL
MC
NH
SNF
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155
Facility 155
AZ AVG 54
Rank #33 / 522
Yes
0
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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
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59
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AZ AVG 9
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AZ AVG 1.8
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Villa Hermosa
AL
IL
MC
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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--
Brookdale Tanque Verde
AL
MC
Tucson (Bear Canyon)
42
Facility 42
AZ AVG 54
Rank #218 / 522
Yes
66
Facility 66
AZ AVG 37
Rank #84 / 818
Studio / Suite
6
Facility 6
AZ AVG 11
Rank #307 / 533
-Briana Lee Mcgaugh Fischer-6--
Splendido at Rancho Vistoso
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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
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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

Brookdale Tanque Verde 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 Brookdale Tanque Verde

What neighborhood is Brookdale Tanque Verde in?

Brookdale Tanque Verde is in the Bear Canyon neighborhood of Tucson.

Who is the owner of Brookdale Tanque Verde?

Brookdale Tanque Verde is legally operated by Bkd Tanque Verde, LLC, and administered by Briana Lee McGaugh Fischer.

Is Brookdale Tanque Verde in a walkable area?

Brookdale Tanque Verde has a walk score of 66. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Brookdale Tanque Verde?

According to AZ state health department records, Brookdale Tanque Verde's license number is AL11370C.

When does Brookdale Tanque Verde's license expire?

According to AZ state health department records, Brookdale Tanque Verde's license expires on January 21, 2027.

How long has Brookdale Tanque Verde been in business?

Brookdale Tanque Verde has been operating for approximately 6 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Does Brookdale Tanque Verde have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Brookdale Tanque Verde on this page.

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