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Starfish Care Homes at River Hills
Located at 6611 East River Hills Place in the River Hills Estates neighborhood of Tucson, Arizona, Starfish Care Homes at River Hills operates as a 10-bed assisted living community administered by Ben J Silverman. The facility, established in 2012 and operated by Starfish Care Homes, LLC, provides directed care, personal care, and supervisory care services. Operating tenure spans 13 years, indicating sustained operational experience.
The small 10-bed capacity is unusual in the assisted living sector, where peer facilities typically operate 50-150 beds. The intimate scale contrasts sharply with larger assisted living communities, potentially appealing to residents prioritizing a smaller residential environment.
The setting is car-dependent (walk score 0), positioned 7.4 miles from downtown Tucson and 2.32 miles from TMC for Children hospital.
Recent inspections demonstrate clean regulatory standing.
The Arizona Department of Health Services conducted two annual compliance reviews; the first was on August 21, 2023, and the second on October 22, 2025. Both of these were conducted without identifying deficiencies, complaints, or enforcement actions. This record places the facility in the top tier of Arizona assisted living residences: zero deficiencies per year versus an Arizona average of 3.7, zero enforcement actions versus the state average of one, and zero complaints documented.
Arizona’s Long Term Care System (ALTCS) covers eligible Medicaid residents in approved assisted living homes; the facility’s participation status and specific amenities are not detailed in public regulatory records.
Starfish Care Homes at River Hills is a small assisted living community with a documented clean compliance record, suitable for residents seeking a modest-scale setting in a car-dependent Tucson neighborhood.
Community insights.
About this community
Starfish Care Homes at River Hills is administered by Ben J Silverman.
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
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
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.
Since 2023 vs. Arizona state average• Total deficiencies (100% below)
Deficiencies
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Total deficiencies
| 0 | 12 | This facility has 100% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (0 vs. AZ avg 12).↓ 100% better Rank #1 / 487 Total deficiencies — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1st out of 487 homes we track in Arizona for deficiencies. Shows this facility's deficiencies compared to the Arizona average among 487 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Arizona that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric. |
Inspections
| This Facility | AZ Average | vs. AZ Avg |
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Total inspections
| 2 | 5 | This facility has had 60% fewer total inspections than the Arizona average (2 vs. AZ avg 5). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 60% fewer |
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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 to lowest based on our ranking 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.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
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.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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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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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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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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Regulatory visits tied to complaints or allegations in the state file—not the same as every routine survey.
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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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| Broadway Proper Independent & Assisted Living | AL HOS IL MC NH SNF | Tucson (Broadway Proper) | 255
Facility
255
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#3 / 521 | No |
57
Facility
57
AZ AVG
38
Rank
#179 / 775 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 50
Facility
50
AZ AVG
12
Rank
#1 / 548 | - | Katrina Ellsworth | 3 | 1
Facility
1
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#182 / 490 | 9
Facility
9
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#289 / 487 | 3.0
Facility
3.0
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#344 / 487 |
| Villa Hermosa | AL IL MC | Tucson (Harold Bell Wright Estates) | 135
Facility
135
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#57 / 521 | Yes |
78
Facility
78
AZ AVG
38
Rank
#15 / 775 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 19
Facility
19
AZ AVG
12
Rank
#107 / 548 | A+ | Amber A Harkin | 6 | 3
Facility
3
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#324 / 490 | 14
Facility
14
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#361 / 487 | 2.3
Facility
2.3
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#295 / 487 |
| Inspirations of River Centre | AL RC | Tucson (Villa Mesa) | 112
Facility
112
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#106 / 521 | Yes |
63
Facility
63
AZ AVG
38
Rank
#116 / 775 | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 28
Facility
28
AZ AVG
12
Rank
#45 / 548 | A+ | Danielle Oben | 5 | 4
Facility
4
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#354 / 490 | 14
Facility
14
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#361 / 487 | 2.8
Facility
2.8
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#336 / 487 |
| Brookdale East Tucson | AL | Tucson (Hidden Hills) | 60
Facility
60
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#189 / 521 | Yes |
36
Facility
36
AZ AVG
38
Rank
#412 / 775 | Suite | 27
Facility
27
AZ AVG
12
Rank
#50 / 548 | A+ | Ryan D Gallion | 3 | 2
Facility
2
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#273 / 490 | 0
Facility
0
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#1 / 487 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#1 / 487 |
| Starfish Care Homes at River Hills | AL MC RC | Tucson (River Hills Estates) | 10
Facility
10
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#237 / 521 | No | - | - | 13
Facility
13
AZ AVG
12
Rank
#185 / 548 | - | Ben J Silverman | 2 | 0
Facility
0
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#1 / 490 | 0
Facility
0
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#1 / 487 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#1 / 487 |
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Arizona
Starfish Care Homes at River Hills is located in Tucson, Arizona.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Starfish Care Homes at River Hills
What neighborhood is Starfish Care Homes at River Hills in?
Starfish Care Homes at River Hills is in the River Hills Estates neighborhood of Tucson.
Who is the owner of Starfish Care Homes at River Hills?
Starfish Care Homes at River Hills is legally operated by Starfish Care Homes, LLC, and administered by Ben J Silverman.
What is the license number of Starfish Care Homes at River Hills?
According to AZ state health department records, Starfish Care Homes at River Hills's license number is AL8789H.
When does Starfish Care Homes at River Hills's license expire?
According to AZ state health department records, Starfish Care Homes at River Hills's license expires on August 31, 2026.
How long has Starfish Care Homes at River Hills been in business?
Starfish Care Homes at River Hills has been operating for approximately 13 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Starfish Care Homes at River Hills?
No, Starfish Care Homes at River Hills has a no-pet policy.
Who is the administrator of Starfish Care Homes at River Hills?
Ben J Silverman is the administrator of Starfish Care Homes at River Hills.
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