Page 5 of Best Assisted Living in Tucson, AZ

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 61 assisted living communities in Tucson, AZ using AZ Dept. of Health Services (ADHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in AZ
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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. 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. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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.
Crossroads Assisted Living II
AL
MC
Tucson
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 45
Rank #181 / 490
B-No
7
Facility 7
AZ AVG 35
Rank #484 / 532
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
2
Facility 2
AZ AVG 10
Rank #395 / 491
AOscar Soto3
8
Facility 8
AZ AVG 9
Rank #291 / 485
2.7
Facility 2.7
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #322 / 476
BridgeWater Assisted Living Tucson
AL
MC
Tucson (Friendship Villas At La Cholla)
133
Facility 133
AZ AVG 45
Rank #54 / 490
CYes
44
Facility 44
AZ AVG 35
Rank #185 / 532
-
6
Facility 6
AZ AVG 10
Rank #267 / 491
-Dennis Scalpone21
51
Facility 51
AZ AVG 9
Rank #476 / 485
2.4
Facility 2.4
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #303 / 476
Mountain View Retirement Village
AL
IL
MC
RC
Tucson (La Canada Estates)
99
Facility 99
AZ AVG 45
Rank #100 / 490
D+Yes
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 35
Rank #445 / 532
1 Bed / 2 Bed
11
Facility 11
AZ AVG 10
Rank #149 / 491
-Andrew Rider5
16
Facility 16
AZ AVG 9
Rank #398 / 485
3.2
Facility 3.2
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #364 / 476
Starfish Care Homes at Rolling Hills
AL
MC
RC
Tucson (Rolling Hills)
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 45
Rank #181 / 490
A+No
16
Facility 16
AZ AVG 35
Rank #395 / 532
-
9
Facility 9
AZ AVG 10
Rank #179 / 491
-Ben S Silverman3
0
Facility 0
AZ AVG 9
Rank #1 / 485
0.0
Facility 0.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #1 / 476
Kiko’s Ranch Assisted Living Home
AL
HOS
MC
Jabali Tucson (Aldea Linda)
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 45
Rank #181 / 490
B+No
35
Facility 35
AZ AVG 35
Rank #260 / 532
-
7
Facility 7
AZ AVG 10
Rank #227 / 491
-Doris C Mcquaid2
4
Facility 4
AZ AVG 9
Rank #196 / 485
2.0
Facility 2.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #257 / 476
Oak Haven Assisted Living at Casas Adobes
AL
Tucson (Oracle Heights Estates)
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 45
Rank #181 / 490
C+No
17
Facility 17
AZ AVG 35
Rank #390 / 532
Private / Shared Rooms
5
Facility 5
AZ AVG 10
Rank #302 / 491
-Andrew Dawson4
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 9
Rank #328 / 485
2.5
Facility 2.5
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #308 / 476
La Paz Assisted Living III
AL
RESC
Tucson (Ranchos De La Canada)
8
Facility 8
AZ AVG 45
Rank #378 / 490
D-No
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 35
Rank #445 / 532
-
5
Facility 5
AZ AVG 10
Rank #302 / 491
-Cate Kibera2
13
Facility 13
AZ AVG 9
Rank #371 / 485
6.5
Facility 6.5
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #441 / 476
La Paz Assisted Living II
AL
RESC
Tucson (Sam Hughes)
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 45
Rank #181 / 490
-No
72
Facility 72
AZ AVG 35
Rank #21 / 532
-
7
Facility 7
AZ AVG 10
Rank #227 / 491
-Oscar Hernandez Rojo2
0
Facility 0
AZ AVG 9
Rank #1 / 485
0.0
Facility 0.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #1 / 476
Brookdale Santa Catalina
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Tucson (Sin Vacas)
155
Facility 155
AZ AVG 45
Rank #21 / 490
?Yes-Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
28
Facility 28
AZ AVG 10
Rank #25 / 491
A+-6
14
Facility 14
AZ AVG 9
Rank #377 / 485
2.3
Facility 2.3
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #293 / 476
Desert Gardens Assisted Living and Memory Care
AL
MC
Tucson (River Hills Estates)
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 45
Rank #181 / 490
?No
2
Facility 2
AZ AVG 35
Rank #525 / 532
-
1
Facility 1
AZ AVG 10
Rank #453 / 491
--1
0
Facility 0
AZ AVG 9
Rank #1 / 485
0.0
Facility 0.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #1 / 476

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other AZ assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 61 analyzed for Tucson. See how we rank facilities

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Crossroads Assisted Living II

5833 N Escondido Ln, Tucson, AZ 85704
Overview of Crossroads Assisted Living II

Beautifully located in the serene residential area of North Escondido Lane, Tucson, AZ, Crossroads Assisted Living II is an idyllic retreat that offers assisted living. The community provides top-notch care and assistance 24/7 to meet residents’ unique needs. With personalized care plans, residents retain their independence without having to worry about their daily living activities.

Promoting a bright and friendly environment, the community conducts fun activities and enriching programs for residents to easily adapt to their surroundings and ease their loneliness. Medication management and nutritious meals are provided for residents’ convenience and health. Residents spend their later years without worries knowing a trusted community has their backs.

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Overview of BridgeWater Assisted Living Tucson

BridgeWater Assisted Living Tucson offers assisted living and memory care in Tucson, Arizona. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident keeps a private living space. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering.

Having both care levels may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time without leaving the community. The community has 133 beds in the Friendship Villas At La Cholla neighborhood. A Walk Score of 44 places the area in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride, and a resident who no longer drives would need transportation for routine outings. Pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet, and Dennis Scalpone serves as the administrator.

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Mountain View Retirement Village

7900 N La Cañada Dr, Tucson, AZ 85704
Overview of Mountain View Retirement Village

Mountain View Retirement Village in Tucson, AZ, offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care. Independent living provides a private home without daily care, while assisted living helps with bathing, dressing, and medication management. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Multiple care levels share one campus. That may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, allowing a move from independent living to more supportive care without leaving the community. The community has 99 beds, with one-bed and two-bed housing options; the two-bed layout can suit two people moving together. Andrew Rider administers Mountain View Retirement Village.

Residents can spend time in the gardens and on walking paths, join fitness classes, arts and crafts, social outings, and special events, or receive rehabilitation in the occupational therapy gym without arranging therapy elsewhere. An on-site salon provides salon services, and pets are allowed, so a resident can continue living with a pet.

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Overview of Starfish Care Homes at Rolling Hills

A small, remodeled assisted living home offering 10 single rooms in Tucson, Arizona, is Starfish Care Homes at Rolling Hills. It provides assisted living, memory care, and respite care and caters to residents needing support with daily activities while upholding as much independence as possible. Found on East 27th Street in a calm residential area, it sits about 3.45 miles from Carondelet St. Joseph’s Hospital. The car-dependent neighborhood has a Walk Score of 16, so visitors and occupants relying on public transit or walking must plan accordingly.

Designed around safety and comfort is the home. Residents can access outdoor spaces where they can enjoy Tucson’s warm weather, and common areas are offered for socializing and relaxation. Inside, granite counters and a spacious kitchen bolster a home-like feel and allow residents some involvement in meal preparation or daily kitchen activities. The remodeled interior seeks to balance elegance with everyday functionality.

A tour by families considering Starfish Care Homes at Rolling Hills will paint a clear picture of the 10 available rooms, the daily atmosphere, daily activities and programs, meal planning, and staffing support. The facility can also discuss its approach to memory care and respite stays, which are crucial considerations for families exploring care options. To schedule a visit, request pricing details, and learn about current availability, contact information is available.

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Overview of Kiko’s Ranch Assisted Living Home

From the classic and homey interiors of the community to the sunny outdoor nooks, Kiko’s Ranch Assisted Living Home proves to be a haven cocooning in character for seniors in Tucson, Arizona. Equipped with the right people and amenities, life here is a breeze. Specifically, they excel in providing care for those with dementia and other memory loss diseases, physical disabilities, diabetic management & care, wound care, colostomy bag care, stomach tube feeding, incontinence, hospice, and more. With services like 24/7 awake staff and certified caregivers, visiting medical professionals, and daily housekeeping, seniors needn’t worry about safety or any mundane task. The community also features high-speed Internet and cable in bedrooms, therapy dogs, medication management, scheduled outings, vegetable gardens, ensuring residents can spend their days in numerous fulfilling ways.

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Overview of Oak Haven Assisted Living at Casas Adobes

Oak Haven Assisted Living is an assisted living community in Tucson, AZ, offering personal care. The community also ensures older adults are treated like family in a warm and welcoming environment. With freshly-prepared meals, laundry, and recreational opportunities, residents experience maintenance-free living. Focusing on residents’ holistic wellness, personalized care plans are also provided to help them maintain their independence.

Celebrations, light exercises, and plenty of activities foster interactions and encourage residents to make friends. With safety bars in the bathroom and a variety of private and shared rooms, residents can rest and move around comfortably. The community also ensures older adults can find the right place to spend their later years, as it has two ideal homes across Tucson. As one of the trusted options for senior living in Arizona, this assisted living community helps older adults thrive in retirement.

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Overview of La Paz Assisted Living III

With its dedication to providing top-tier care and assistance, La Paz Assisted Living III is a reliable senior living community in West Liddell Drive, Tucson, AZ, specializing in assisted living. Alongside 10 cozy and safe accommodations, the community also takes care of seniors’ personal hygiene and daily living activities for their comfort and convenience. A responsible and well-trained team goes above and beyond to devise care plans that best match seniors’ needs and aspirations.

The community takes care of housekeeping and laundry to ensure residents enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle. With medication management, seniors can rest assured of taking their medicines on time. Have a delightful dining experience with delicious and healthy meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. La Paz Assisted Living III strives to create a haven for seniors to maximize their independence.

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Overview of La Paz Assisted Living II

La Paz Assisted Living II offers assisted living and residential care in Tucson’s Sam Hughes neighborhood. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication, while residential care offers ongoing support in a residential setting.

With 10 beds, this is a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know each other. Its size suits someone who prefers a more intimate setting, and the area’s Walk Score of 72 means shops, a pharmacy, and cafes are within a short walk, allowing a resident who no longer drives to get out independently.

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Overview of Brookdale Santa Catalina

Experience top-notch care in the continuing care retirement community of Brookdale Santa Catalina situated in the serene neighborhood of North Calle Sin Envidia, Tucson, AZ that offers a spectrum of living options. These include assisted living, independent living, memory care, and skilled care. The community features spacious and elegant floor plans including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. Residents experience graceful retirement without worrying about chores and maintenance.

Brookdale Santa Catalina promotes a warm and welcoming community, hosting daily fun activities and enrichment programs. Enjoy the company of friends with restaurant-style, nutritious, and delightful meals served in the community dining room. The pet-friendly community is also well-equipped with wonderful amenities for its residents’ leisure and wellness including a library, an outdoor pool, a therapy pool, a beauty and barbershop, a fireside living room, meeting rooms, a putting green, a porch, a beautiful courtyard and garden, and serene walking paths, among others.

Starting Price $3,635/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of Desert Gardens Assisted Living and Memory Care

Ideally settled in Pima County, Tucson, AZ, Desert Gardens Assisted Living and Memory Care is a distinctive senior living community that offers a safe haven for seniors who want to remain independent but could benefit from extra care. In addition to assisted living and memory care services, the community also offers hospice care and at-home care. Residents are provided with total peace of mind with a caring team available 24/7 to provide personalized and focused care.

The community handles the home maintenance, laundry, and meal preparation to let residents focus on their well-being and happiness. A broad range of exciting activities and amenities are also offered to provide residents plenty of opportunities and spaces for making enriching experiences. At Desert Gardens Assisted Living and Memory Care, residents are empowered to live their retirement the way they want with the support of compassionate carers, extensive services, and fulfilling experiences.

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Assisted Living in Tucson at a glance

Avg Monthly Cost: $6,870The average monthly cost across facilities in Tucson, AZ. Reflects published or estimated base rates and can vary with care level, room type, and amenities. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: $5,600
Avg Walk Score: 37/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Tucson, AZ. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 66The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Tucson, AZ. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90