Sierra del Sol
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Tucson, AZ

Sierra del Sol

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

Overview of Sierra Del Sol

Sierra Del Sol is a remarkable senior living community located in the sunny state of Arizona. Situated in a picturesque setting, this community offers a range of care options, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. The well-designed apartments provide a comfortable and private living space, while the inviting common areas create a welcoming environment for socialization, relaxation, and participation in various activities. The compassionate and dedicated staff at Sierra Del Sol are committed to providing personalized care that meets the unique needs and preferences of each resident, ensuring their well-being and satisfaction.

At Sierra Del Sol, residents have access to a variety of amenities and enriching programs that promote an active and engaging lifestyle. Nutritious meals, prepared by skilled chefs, are served in the elegant dining room, fostering both nourishment and social connections. Engaging activities and events, such as fitness classes, arts and crafts, educational seminars, and outings, are offered to stimulate the mind and body and encourage social interaction. The community also features beautifully landscaped outdoor spaces, allowing residents to enjoy the Arizona sunshine and take leisurely walks. With its focus on personalized care, vibrant programming, and a warm and welcoming environment, Sierra Del Sol provides seniors with a fulfilling and enjoyable living experience in the heart of Arizona.

Bed community size
140-bed community Rank #49 / 522Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 49th 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
11 years in operation Rank #184 / 533Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 184th 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.
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 40 / 100 Rank #361 / 818Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 361st 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
IssuanceJanuary 11, 2015
ExpirationOctober 31, 2026
License NumberAL9830C
QualificationHealth Care

Ownership & Operating Entity

Sierra del Sol is administered by Laure J Mendenhall.

OwnerCascade Living Group - Tucson, LLC

Contact Sierra del Sol

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 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Arizona average:
• Enforcement actions (100% below)
• 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. 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 inspections conducted at this facility. 85 This facility has had 60% more total inspections than the Arizona average (8 vs. AZ avg 5). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 60% 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.

  • August 27, 2025 off-site review changed licensed capacity with no deficiencies cited.
  • October 30, 2023 annual inspection found four deficiencies in resident acceptance, service plans, and opioid administration policies.
  • Four complaint investigations between September 2024 and January 2025 found no deficiencies.

What does this home offer?

Pets allowed icon
Pets allowed icon

Pets Allowed

Room sizes icon
Room sizes icon

Room Sizes: 307 / 316 / 405 / 462 / 721 sq. ft

Housing options icon
Housing options icon

Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Building type icon
Building type icon

Building Type: Two-story

Transportation services icon
Transportation services icon

Transportation Services

Fitness and recreation icon
Fitness and recreation icon

Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Sierra del Sol

Places of interest near Sierra del Sol

Address 9.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Tucson's city center to Sierra del Sol's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 2.23 miles to nearest hospital (Carondelet St. Joseph's Hospital)

Calculate Travel Distance to Sierra del Sol

Add your location

Address

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.

Broadway Proper Independent & Assisted Living
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
-Katrina Ellsworth-2--
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
Sierra del Sol
AL
MC
RC
Tucson (Hidden Hills)
140
Facility 140
AZ AVG 54
Rank #49 / 522
Yes
40
Facility 40
AZ AVG 37
Rank #361 / 818
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
11
Facility 11
AZ AVG 11
Rank #184 / 533
-Laure J Mendenhall-8--
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--
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

Sierra del Sol is located in Tucson, Arizona.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Arizona.

Get Financial aid guidance

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 Sierra del Sol

What neighborhood is Sierra del Sol in?

Sierra del Sol is in the Hidden Hills neighborhood of Tucson.

Who is the owner of Sierra del Sol?

Sierra del Sol is legally operated by Cascade Living Group - Tucson, LLC, and administered by Laure J Mendenhall.

Is Sierra del Sol in a walkable area?

Sierra del Sol has a walk score of 40. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Sierra del Sol?

According to AZ state health department records, Sierra del Sol's license number is AL9830C.

When does Sierra del Sol's license expire?

According to AZ state health department records, Sierra del Sol's license expires on October 31, 2026.

How long has Sierra del Sol been in business?

Sierra del Sol has been operating for approximately 11 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Sierra del Sol?

Yes, Sierra del Sol allows residents to bring their pets.

Guides for Better Senior Living

Care Cost Calculator: See Prices in Your Area

Assisted Living Explorer

Don’t Wait Too Long: 7 Red Flag Signs Your Parent Needs Assisted Living Now

The True Cost of Assisted Living in 2025 – And How Families Are Paying For It

Understanding Senior Living Costs: Pricing Models, Discounts & Financial Assistance