Sunrise at River Road

Overview of Sunrise at River Road

Fourteen years in, Sunrise at River Road is still doing the same basic job: 110 beds of assisted living and memory care in Tucson’s Foothills Heights neighborhood. It’s a three-story building at 4975 North 1st Avenue. You can get a studio, a one-bedroom, or a two-bedroom, depending on what you need. The area has a Walk Score of 49, so it’s not a place where you can skip having a car, but a short walk covers a few errands.

There’s rehab services, respite care, and short-term rehab stays, plus licensed nurses and CNAs on staff 24 hours a day. It means the building isn’t just set up for one kind of resident. Someone recovering from surgery can use the short-term rehab track, and someone who needs ongoing memory care support has a place here too.

On the lifestyle side, there’s a bistro with grab-and-go snacks available throughout the day, outdoor spaces, a beauty salon, and a private dining room for celebrations. There’s also a running program covering music, fitness, art, and continued learning, so the calendar isn’t left blank between meals. Pets are allowed, which is worth knowing if that’s a dealbreaker for your family.

Arizona’s Department of Health Services, Bureau of Long Term Care Licensing handles inspections here. The themes that come up are pretty standard for the industry: emergency preparedness, environmental and hazardous-materials safety, care planning and documentation, and dietary and food service.

Pricing starts at $2,918 a month and goes up from there depending on the unit and level of care. Corrinne Quezada administers the community, and it’s legally operated by Ms River Road Sh, LLC. Put the pieces together and you get a mid-sized Tucson community built for two overlapping groups: people who need assisted living day to day, and people who need memory care, with a rehab track available for anyone passing through on a shorter stay.

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By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count 110

Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Years of operating

18 years

Walk Score

49 / 100

BBB Rating

A+ Accredited

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About this community

Best Assisted Living

Best Memory Care

WELL Equity Rating

WELL Health-Safety Rating

Facility TypeAssisted Living Center

StatusActive

IssuanceJanuary 5, 2012

ExpirationApril 30, 2027

License NumberAL8741C

QualificationHealth Care

Sunrise at River Road is administered by Corrinne Quezada.

OwnerMs. River Road Sh, LLC

Emergency SystemsEmergency response systems in each suite

Staffing

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

ContactCorrinne Quezada (per state records, record updated Jul 2026)

Rehabilitation Services

Respite Care

Short-Term Rehab

Licensed Nurses/CNAs

24-Hour Staffing

Short-Term Stays

Bistro

Pet Friendly

Music Program

Fitness Center

Arts & Crafts

Scheduled Transportation

Activities

Salon

Dining

Wi-Fi

Chef-Prepared Meals

Activities

Operating HoursMon-Sun 00:00 - 23:59

Starting Price$2,918+ per month

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.

Overall vs. AZ average

Deficiencies Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	AZ Average	vs. AZ Avg
Total deficiencies Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	3	12	This facility has 75% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (3 vs. AZ avg 12).↓ 75% better Rank #152 / 487 Total deficiencies — State benchmarked This home is ranked 152nd 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.
Deficiencies per inspection Average deficiencies per inspection.	0.4	2.41	This facility has 83% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (0.4 vs. AZ avg 2.41).↓ 83% better Rank #104 / 487 Deficiencies per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 104th out of 487 homes we track in Arizona for deficiencies per inspection. Shows this facility's deficiencies per inspection 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.
Enforcement actions Formal penalties or interventions imposed by Arizona regulators — directed plans of correction, civil monetary penalties, denial of payment, or appointment of temporary management.	0	0.9	This facility has 100% fewer enforcement actions than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (0 vs. AZ avg 0.9).↓ 100% better

Inspections State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	AZ Average	vs. AZ Avg
Total inspections Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.	7	5	This facility has had 40% more total inspections than the Arizona average (7 vs. AZ avg 5). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 40% more

Complaints & Investigations Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.	This Facility	AZ Average	vs. AZ Avg
Total complaints Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff.	4	6	This facility has 33% fewer total complaints than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (4 vs. AZ avg 6).↓ 33% better Rank #354 / 490 Total complaints — State benchmarked This home is ranked 354th out of 490 homes we track in Arizona for complaint-related visits. Shows this facility's complaint-related visits compared to the Arizona average among 490 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.
Complaints per year Average complaints per year since 2023.	1.3	2	This facility has 35% fewer complaints per year than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (1.3 vs. AZ avg 2).↓ 35% better

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What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Building Type: 3-story

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

3.9 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Tucson's city center to Sunrise at River Road's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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 Sunrise at River Road in?

Sunrise at River Road is in the Foothills Heights neighborhood of Tucson.

Who is the owner of Sunrise at River Road?

Sunrise at River Road is legally operated by Ms River Road Sh, LLC, and administered by Corrinne Quezada.

Is Sunrise at River Road in a walkable area?

Sunrise at River Road has a walk score of 49. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Sunrise at River Road?

According to AZ state health department records, Sunrise at River Road's license number is AL8741C.

When does Sunrise at River Road's license expire?

According to AZ state health department records, Sunrise at River Road's license expires on April 30, 2027.

How long has Sunrise at River Road been in business?

Sunrise at River Road has been operating for approximately 18 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Sunrise at River Road?

Yes, Sunrise at River Road allows residents to bring their pets.

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