Desert Marigold Senior Living

Overview of Desert Marigold Senior Living

Desert Marigold Senior Living is Tempe’s premier home for independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. It boasts a home-like ambiance that creates a beautiful experience for the next home for you or your loved one, making sure residents feel like they belong. They encourage independence in their residents, which is why they provide a lifestyle based on your terms. Desert Marigold practices a vibrant and enriching lifestyle that offers a list of living options with customized care created to fit the needs of each individual.

Residential living heeds a nurturing environment providing resort-like accommodations with world-class hospitality– assisted living activities, memory care programs, housekeeping, dining services, enriching programs, and 24/7 supervision.

Facility Direct Line (480) 848-9162

6 years in operation

An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.

Walk Score: 66 / 100

Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

BBB Rating: C+ (Not Accredited)

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Staffing

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

ContactForrest Peterson, Manager (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)

What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

4.8 miles from city center 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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The information below is reported by the Arizona Department of Health Services, Bureau of Long Term Care Licensing.


Friendship Village Tempe	AL IL MC NH SNF	Tempe (East Southern Avenue)	128	No	28	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed	49	A+	Jadyne Schmidt	70 Facility 70 AZ AVG 82 Rank #35 / 53	12	10 Facility 10 AZ AVG 6 Rank #430 / 479	46 Facility 46 AZ AVG 9 Rank #28 / 38	3.8 Facility 3.8 AZ AVG 1.8 Rank #28 / 38
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Desert Marigold Senior Living	AL IL MC RC	Tempe (Kiwanis Park)	-	No	66	-	6	C+	-	-	-	-	-	-

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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).

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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)

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. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

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?

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What is the address of Desert Marigold Senior Living?

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

What is the phone number of Desert Marigold Senior Living?

(480) 848-9162 will put you in contact with the team at Desert Marigold Senior Living.

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