Via Elegante
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Tucson, AZ
Via Elegante
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Tucson, AZ
Overview of Via Elegante
A pinnacle of luxury senior living and memory care experience, Via Elegante is an excellent community designed for those seeking the highest level of personalized care. Featuring the highest caregiver-to-resident ratio, individualized care plans made by their registered nurse, and majestic floor plans, including three 8,000 sq. ft custom-built homes, the community ensures individualized attention and a warm, intimate environment.
Via Elegante believes that their residents’ comfort, satisfaction, and well-being matter the most, and to ensure they are met, they provide professional housekeeping and culinary teams, allowing caregivers to focus solely on providing dedicated care. The community offers gorgeous amenities that guarantee the enjoyment and wellness of their residents, including fully furnished private rooms with en-suite bathrooms, flat-screen TVs, in-home salons, and delicious meals that can be served daily in the residents’ home, patio, or suite. Via Elegante stands as a beacon of luxury and compassion, offering a nurturing, supportive environment where residents can thrive and families find peace of mind.
98-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
21 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 5 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
BBB Rating: A+ (Accredited)
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About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Center
StatusActive
IssuanceFebruary 20, 2019
ExpirationJanuary 31, 2027
License NumberAL10997C
QualificationHealth Care
Via Elegante is administered by Andrew J Briefer.
OwnerVIA ELEGANTE HOLDINGS, LLC
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactZachary Briefer
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 score unavailable
Not enough inspection history to generate a score.
Average score for Arizona assisted living residences: B- 82/100
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
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
3 Better
Metrics better than Arizona average:
• Enforcement actions (100% below)
• Total inspections (60% below)
• Total complaints (83% below)
• Enforcement actions (100% below)
• Total inspections (60% below)
• Total complaints (83% below)
Latest Inspection
September 23, 2025
Compliance (Annual)
1 deficiencies
Deficiencies
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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
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 2 | 5 | This facility has 60% fewer total inspections than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (2 vs. AZ avg 5).↓ 60% better |
Complaints & Investigations
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Total complaints
Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff.
| 1 | 6 | This facility has 83% fewer total complaints than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (1 vs. AZ avg 6).↓ 83% better Rank #174 / 500 Total complaints — State benchmarked This home is ranked 174th 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. 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
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- October 17, 2024 complaint investigation found one deficiency for medication administration compliance linked to two complaints.
- September 23, 2025 annual inspection found one deficiency related to opioid prescribing and treatment documentation with no complaints.
- Deficiencies focused on medication management issues in consecutive inspections, showing recurring documentation and compliance problems.
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Private Room / Semi-Private Room
Building Type: Single-story
Fitness and Recreation
Places of interest near Via Elegante
3.8 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Tucson's city center to Via Elegante's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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The information below is reported by the Arizona Department of Health Services, Bureau of Long Term Care Licensing.
| Amber Lights | AL IL MC RC | Tucson | 150 | Yes | 15 | 1 Bed | 12 | A+ | Teresa L Merritt | 2 | 1
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AZ AVG
6
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#174 / 500 |
| Inspirations of River Centre | AL RC | Tucson (Villa Mesa) | 112 | Yes | 63 | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 8 | A+ | Danielle Oben | 5 | 4
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AZ AVG
6
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#350 / 500 |
| Atria Campana del Rio | AL IL MC | Tucson (Colonia Del Rio) | 100 | Yes | 65 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 14 | C+ | Suzanne M Porter | 9 | 7
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7
AZ AVG
6
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#418 / 500 |
| Mountain View Retirement Village | AL IL MC RC | Tucson (La Canada Estates) | 99 | Yes | 10 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 11 | A+ | Andrew Rider | 6 | 6
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6
AZ AVG
6
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| Via Elegante | AL MC | Tucson (Ruston Hills) | 98 | No | 5 | Private Room / Semi-Private Room | 21 | A+ | Andrew J Briefer | 2 | 1
Facility
1
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#174 / 500 |
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Arizona
Via Elegante is located in Tucson, Arizona.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Via Elegante
What neighborhood is Via Elegante in?
Via Elegante is in the Ruston Hills neighborhood of Tucson.
Who is the owner of Via Elegante?
Via Elegante is legally operated by Via Elegante Holdings, Llc, and administered by Andrew J Briefer.
Is Via Elegante in a walkable area?
Via Elegante has a walk score of 5. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
What is the license number of Via Elegante?
According to AZ state health department records, Via Elegante's license number is AL10997C.
When does Via Elegante's license expire?
According to AZ state health department records, Via Elegante's license expires on January 31, 2027.
Who is the administrator of Via Elegante?
Andrew J Briefer is the administrator of Via Elegante.
How many beds does Via Elegante have?
Via Elegante has 98 beds.
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