Desert Rose Retirement Community
Desert Rose Retirement Community is a well-recognized independent living community in Yuma, AZ, that features over 115 specially designed apartments for older adults. The community’s nurturing and welcoming environment ensures older adults find a home away from home. Chef-prepared meals, weekly housekeeping, and a full-service concierge are among the exceptional services offered to enrich residents’ living experiences. Dedicated to fostering meaningful connections among residents, the community ensures residents can live comfortably in their later years.
Residents can walk around the area, play with friends, and explore new interests through various activities and wellness programs. A library, an on-site salon, and a fitness room are also provided in a pet-friendly setting, allowing residents to relax and interact with friends. Set in the quiet residential area in Yuma, near restaurants and local amenities, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. This independent living community includes all utilities except phone and provides plenty of services to help older adults make the most of their retirement, making it a great choice for senior living in Arizona.
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Pricing & Financial Information
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- Live music and entertainment including big band music
- Outings to museums, cultural events, churches, and local libraries
- Educational seminars on VA programs, health and wellness, finance
- Private dining room for family events.
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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.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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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.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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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.
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| Avista Senior Living Yuma | AL MC RC | Yuma (Fortuna Foothills) | 53
Facility
53
AZ AVG
46
Rank
#159 / 489 | Yes |
15
Facility
15
AZ AVG
35
Rank
#402 / 532 | Studio / 1 Bed | 3
Facility
3
AZ AVG
10
Rank
#369 / 490 | Candice Fine | 2 | 0
Facility
0
AZ AVG
10
Rank
#1 / 484 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
AZ AVG
2.0
Rank
#1 / 475 |
| Ativo Senior Living of Yuma | AL MC | Yuma | 85
Facility
85
AZ AVG
46
Rank
#122 / 489 | No |
40
Facility
40
AZ AVG
35
Rank
#213 / 532 | Studio / 1 Bed / 1 Bed | 1
Facility
1
AZ AVG
10
Rank
#457 / 490 | Bryan Zeibart | 3 | 6
Facility
6
AZ AVG
10
Rank
#241 / 484 | 2.0
Facility
2.0
AZ AVG
2.0
Rank
#256 / 475 |
| River Valley Estates | AL MC | Yuma (Plaza Del Este) | 88
Facility
88
AZ AVG
46
Rank
#117 / 489 | Yes |
16
Facility
16
AZ AVG
35
Rank
#395 / 532 | Apartment | 8
Facility
8
AZ AVG
10
Rank
#206 / 490 | Sandi Pangerl | 3 | 15
Facility
15
AZ AVG
10
Rank
#389 / 484 | 5.0
Facility
5.0
AZ AVG
2.0
Rank
#410 / 475 |
| Foothills Adult Care Home | AL MC RESC RC | Yuma (Foothills) | 10
Facility
10
AZ AVG
46
Rank
#180 / 489 | No |
11
Facility
11
AZ AVG
35
Rank
#435 / 532 | Private / Shared Rooms | 12
Facility
12
AZ AVG
10
Rank
#139 / 490 | Chanh B Tran | 1 | 1
Facility
1
AZ AVG
10
Rank
#104 / 484 | 1.0
Facility
1.0
AZ AVG
2.0
Rank
#162 / 475 |
| Desert Rose Retirement Community | AL IL MC RC | Yuma | - | Yes |
51
Facility
51
AZ AVG
35
Rank
#130 / 532 | Studio / 1 Bed | - | - | - | - | - |
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Programs that may help with care and living costs in Arizona
Desert Rose Retirement Community is in Yuma, Arizona. These programs may support different care settings or living expenses. A listing does not confirm this community participates; our concierge team can help confirm.
Arizona Long Term Care System
ALTCS
- Who it is for
- Arizonans who meet ALTCS medical and Medicaid financial rules, mainly older adults and people with disabilities
- Income limit
- 2026 · For 2026, an individual applicant generally may have gross income up to $2,982/month; trust and spousal rules can affect eligibility.
- Asset limit
- $2,000 countable resources for an individual applicant; exclusions and community-spouse protections apply.
Eligibility
- General
- Arizona residents who meet ALTCS medical eligibility and applicable Medicaid requirements; older adults and people with qualifying disabilities may be served.
- AZ specifics
- An ALTCS medical assessment determines need for institutional level of care; eligibility alone does not prescribe a number of service hours.
What it provides
- Authorized long-term care through the ALTCS plan including home/community or institutional services according to assessed need.
Non-Medical Home and Community Based Services
AZ DES Non-Medical HCBS
- Who it is for
- Adults 60+, or adults 18–60 with disabilities, who need help to remain at home
Eligibility
- General
- Adults age 60+ or adults age 18–60 with disabilities who have functional limitations and need help remaining at home.
- AZ specifics
- Area Agencies on Aging assess needs and arrange available home and community services.
What it provides
- Assessed home support; meals; personal care; respite; adult day services and transportation where available; no fixed hour or trip allowance.
Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)
AZ WAP
- Who it is for
- Income-eligible households whose home needs energy-efficiency improvements
Eligibility
- General
- Arizona households qualifying for the state-administered Weatherization Assistance Program.
- AZ specifics
- The Arizona Department of Housing administers the program through weatherization providers.
What it provides
- Home energy-efficiency improvements through the Weatherization Assistance Program.




