Morning Glory Assisted Living

Overview of Morning Glory Assisted Living

Experience quality care with Morning Glory Assisted Living, a safe retreat for residents in Tucson, AZ seeking assisted living. The community’s caregivers are readily available to provide supportive services for medication management, personal care, and activities of daily living. Residents here are offered one-on-one care and attention without restricting their autonomy and independence.

For better assistance, the community also offers assistance for people in need of rehabilitation services. Residents are offered individualized care plans to make sure they receive proper care tailored to their preferences and needs. Pets are also welcomed to keep residents company and happy. Here, residents are offered a safe and comfortable environment to enjoy Arizona’s warm, sunny weather.

(520) 638-5580
Bed community size
10-bed community Rank #245 / 529Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 245th out of 529 homes in Arizona. 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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Years in operation
11 years in operation Rank #183 / 531Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 183rd out of 531 homes in Arizona. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Arizona facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 20 / 100 Rank #585 / 819Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 585th out of 819 homes in Arizona. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Arizona facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Awards

Awards2025 Feature of Excellence in Senior Care, Featured as a Top-Rated Community in Tucson, AZ by Assisted Living Magazine

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Home
StatusActive
IssuanceAugust 27, 2014
ExpirationJuly 31, 2026
License NumberAL9455H
QualificationHealth Care

Ownership & Operating Entity

Morning Glory Assisted Living is administrated by Shelly A Rodriguez.

Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactShelly Rodriguez

Amenities & Lifestyle

Small Dog Friendly
Covered Outdoor Patio
Beautiful Desert View
Friendly People
Certified Staff
Specific Programsmedication administration, meal preparation, hygiene assistance, activities of daily living, supervision.

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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.

We don't publish a score for assisted living residences with fewer than three inspections on record. This would unfairly reward providers with limited inspection history or those that have not been operating long enough to be cited.

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Not enough inspection history to generate a score.

Average score for Arizona assisted living residences: B- 82/100

Inspection score not available. Not enough inspection history to score against the Arizona benchmark.

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 3 Better Metrics better than Arizona average:
• Enforcement actions (100% below)
• Total inspections (60% below)
• Total complaints (67% below)
Latest Inspection April 24, 2024 Complaint No deficiencies

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. 00.9 This facility has 100% fewer enforcement actions than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (0 vs. AZ avg 0.9).↓ 100% better

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 routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 25 This facility has 60% fewer total inspections than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (2 vs. AZ avg 5).↓ 60% better

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. 26 This facility has 67% fewer total complaints than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (2 vs. AZ avg 6).↓ 67% better Rank #267 / 500 Total complaints — State benchmarked This home is ranked 267th out of 500 homes in Arizona. Shows this facility's complaint-related visits compared to the Arizona average among 500 comparable communities in the ranking pool.

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

  • April 29, 2025 enforcement found one of two staff lacked current first aid training documentation, resulting in a civil fine.
  • June 6, 2025 enforcement imposed a $500 fine related to compliance issues, which was paid in full.
  • Complaint investigations on January 10 and April 24, 2024 found no deficiencies in multiple on-site complaint reviews.

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Address 8.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Tucson's city center to Morning Glory Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Arizona

Morning Glory Assisted Living 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)

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Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

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Yes
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Rank #585 / 819
Private Rooms
11
Facility 11
AZ AVG 11
Rank #183 / 531
-Shelly A Rodriguez2

Frequently Asked Questions about Morning Glory Assisted Living

What neighborhood is Morning Glory Assisted Living in?

Morning Glory Assisted Living is in the Oracle Heights Estates neighborhood of Tucson.

Is Morning Glory Assisted Living in a walkable area?

Morning Glory Assisted Living has a walk score of 20. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Morning Glory Assisted Living?

According to AZ state health department records, Morning Glory Assisted Living's license number is AL9455H.

When does Morning Glory Assisted Living's license expire?

According to AZ state health department records, Morning Glory Assisted Living's license expires on July 31, 2026.

Who is the administrator of Morning Glory Assisted Living?

Shelly A Rodriguez is the administrator of Morning Glory Assisted Living.

How many beds does Morning Glory Assisted Living have?

Morning Glory Assisted Living has 10 beds.

Are there photos of Morning Glory Assisted Living?

Yes — there are 5 photos of Morning Glory Assisted Living in the photo gallery on this page.

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