
Compare Memory Care around Tucson (Metro Area)
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.
| Splendido at Rancho Vistoso | MC AL HOS 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
10
Rank
#82 / 532 | - | Maria Parham | 82
Facility
82
AZ AVG
82
Rank
#9 / 54 | 8 | 5
Facility
5
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#375 / 479 | 15
Facility
15
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#14 / 38 | 1.9
Facility
1.9
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#17 / 38 |
| Broadway Proper Independent & Assisted Living | MC AL HOS IL 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
10
Rank
#332 / 532 | - | Katrina Ellsworth | - | 2 | 1
Facility
1
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#173 / 479 | - | - |
| Sabino Canyon Rehabilitation and Care Center | MC NH SNF | Tucson (Harlan Heights) | 112
Facility
112
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#106 / 522 | No |
62
Facility
62
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#130 / 818 | - | 25
Facility
25
AZ AVG
10
Rank
#44 / 532 | - | Thomas Welker | 76
Facility
76
AZ AVG
82
Rank
#18 / 54 | 21 | 15
Facility
15
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#462 / 479 | 18
Facility
18
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#17 / 38 | 0.9
Facility
0.9
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#8 / 38 |
| Brookdale Santa Catalina | MC AL IL 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
10
Rank
#25 / 532 | A+ | - | 71
Facility
71
AZ AVG
82
Rank
#32 / 54 | 6 | 4
Facility
4
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#340 / 479 | 59
Facility
59
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#31 / 38 | 9.8
Facility
9.8
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#35 / 38 |
| Mountain View Care Center | MC NH SNF | Tucson (La Canada Estates) | 120
Facility
120
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#82 / 522 | No |
19
Facility
19
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#588 / 818 | - | 28
Facility
28
AZ AVG
10
Rank
#21 / 532 | - | Francisco Rodriguez Martinez | 71
Facility
71
AZ AVG
82
Rank
#32 / 54 | 26 | 22
Facility
22
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#473 / 479 | 62
Facility
62
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#34 / 38 | 2.4
Facility
2.4
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#24 / 38 |
| Villa Hermosa | MC AL IL | 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
10
Rank
#150 / 532 | A+ | Amber A Harkin | - | 5 | 3
Facility
3
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#310 / 479 | - | - |
| Starfish Care Homes at Spanish Trail | MC AL RC | Tucson (Mitman) | 10
Facility
10
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#238 / 522 | No |
65
Facility
65
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#95 / 818 | - | 13
Facility
13
AZ AVG
10
Rank
#150 / 532 | A+ | Joleen Bonham | - | 2 | 0
Facility
0
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#1 / 479 | - | - |
| Catalina Post-Acute & Rehabilitation | MC NH SNF | Tucson (Samos) | 102
Facility
102
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#128 / 522 | No |
84
Facility
84
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#5 / 818 | Private / Semi-Private Rooms | 37
Facility
37
AZ AVG
10
Rank
#10 / 532 | - | Ethan Bramschreiber | 74
Facility
74
AZ AVG
82
Rank
#21 / 54 | 31 | 22
Facility
22
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#473 / 479 | 51
Facility
51
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#29 / 38 | 1.6
Facility
1.6
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#16 / 38 |
| Catalina In-Home Services | MC HC | Tucson (Hedrick Acres) | - | No |
75
Facility
75
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#22 / 818 | - | 45
Facility
45
AZ AVG
10
Rank
#4 / 532 | A+ | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Amber Lights | MC AL IL RC | Tucson | 150
Facility
150
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#39 / 522 | Yes |
15
Facility
15
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#617 / 818 | 1 Bed | 12
Facility
12
AZ AVG
10
Rank
#150 / 532 | A+ | Teresa L Merritt | - | 2 | 1
Facility
1
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#173 / 479 | - | - |
| Atria Campana del Rio | MC AL IL | Tucson (Colonia Del Rio) | 100
Facility
100
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#131 / 522 | Yes |
65
Facility
65
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#95 / 818 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 14
Facility
14
AZ AVG
10
Rank
#120 / 532 | C+ | Suzanne M Porter | - | 9 | 7
Facility
7
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#407 / 479 | - | - |
| Groves Assisted Living – Pima Street | MC AL HOS IL NH SNF | Tucson (The Garden District) | 10
Facility
10
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#238 / 522 | No |
75
Facility
75
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#22 / 818 | - | 30
Facility
30
AZ AVG
10
Rank
#332 / 532 | A+ | Norma Chacon | - | 6 | 4
Facility
4
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#340 / 479 | - | - |
| Via Elegante | MC AL | Tucson (Ruston Hills) | 98
Facility
98
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#134 / 522 | Yes |
5
Facility
5
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#741 / 818 | Private Room / Semi-Private Room | 21
Facility
21
AZ AVG
10
Rank
#252 / 532 | A+ | Andrew J Briefer | - | 2 | 1
Facility
1
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#173 / 479 | - | - |
| Sherwood Village Assisted Living & Memory Care | MC AL RC | Tucson (Broadway Pantano East) | 160
Facility
160
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#31 / 522 | Yes |
63
Facility
63
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#116 / 818 | - | 11
Facility
11
AZ AVG
10
Rank
#163 / 532 | - | Russell F Sylvester | - | 3 | 2
Facility
2
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#259 / 479 | - | - |
| Cascades of Tucson | MC AL IL RC | Tucson (Double Acres) | 217
Facility
217
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#13 / 522 | Yes |
46
Facility
46
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#305 / 818 | - | 29
Facility
29
AZ AVG
10
Rank
#17 / 532 | - | Meredith A Kuhn | - | 7 | 5
Facility
5
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#375 / 479 | - | - |
Built on an independent nonprofit model administered by Maria Parham, Splendido at Rancho Vistoso houses 42 short-stay residents at 13500 N Rancho Vistoso Blvd in Tucson’s Rancho Vistoso area. The church-operated facility, running since 2007, maintains 84.9% occupancy, which is notably strong given the Arizona nursing home average of 72.7%. Medicare accounts for roughly two-thirds of admissions; private pay comprises the remainder. The typical resident stay runs 60 days, a pattern consistent with post-acute rehabilitation or short-term skilled nursing recovery.
Staffing exceeds Arizona baselines across multiple categories. The facility deploys 73 staff members including 7 RNs, 15 LPNs, and 29 CNAs. Total nursing care averages 5 hours 8 minutes per resident daily, placing the facility 10th among 72 Arizona skilled nursing facilities and 23% above the state average. Weekend staffing remains robust at 4 hours 23 minutes per resident, which is 21% above state norms, suggesting maintained coverage outside weekday business hours.
Eight inspections over four years identified 25 deficiencies, nearly triple the state average. A September 2024 complaint investigation substantiated a serious citation when a resident fell during a transfer performed by a single CNA without the required two-person assist or Hoyer lift, resulting in a confirmed fracture. Recurring compliance gaps have centered on medication management (unattended doses, expired supplies, wrong formulations), food safety practices (improper storage, inadequate hair coverings), and documented discharge planning lapses. The facility paid an $8,000 federal fine in September 2024.
Notably, the facility generated no critical citations despite the deficiency volume.
Short-stay residents show favorable outcomes: 63.4% return successfully to home or community (25% above state average), emergency department utilization runs low at 6.9% (36% better), and unplanned re-hospitalization is documented in 13.3% of discharges (46% better than state average).
The facility combines staffing resources above state norms with strong short-stay functional recovery, though the inspection record reveals meaningful gaps in operational compliance and protocol adherence.
Burrowed in the charming neighborhood of East Tucson, AZ, Broadway Proper Independent & Assisted Living offers a serene oasis near Udall Park, the Ott Family YMCA, and St. Joseph’s Hospital. The community provides both independent and assisted living options, ensuring residents can enjoy their own private apartments with support available when needed. Seniors will love the warm desert sun, highly-trained staff, and the chance to participate in various local activities and the community’s signature programs.
Broadway Proper aims to offer a vibrant and engaging lifestyle for seniors. With amenities like weekly housekeeping, complimentary laundry services, and an all-inclusive dining experience, residents have everything they need for a comfortable life. The community also features a beauty salon, library, gym, and urban backyard patio, along with daily exercise classes and weekly shuttle excursions. Broadway Proper is dedicated to creating a welcoming and active environment for all its residents.
Sabino Canyon Rehabilitation and Care Center, located in Tucson, offers a comprehensive approach to skilled nursing care and rehabilitation. The facility incorporates a balance of high-tech and traditional methods and therapies to provide optimal care for residents. In partnership with Pima Heart, Sabino Canyon also offers a specialized cardiac wellness program. The therapy programs at Sabino Canyon are personalized to meet the unique needs of each resident, utilizing state-of-the-art therapy rooms for effective rehabilitation.
Their dining room is filled with natural light and features artwork in the corners, creating a welcoming space for residents to enjoy their meals. Comfortable rooms and lovely outdoor spaces provide a comfortable and serene environment for residents as well. The home’s Activities Department offers a variety of engaging activities to keep residents active and stimulated, fostering opportunities for self-discovery and growth.
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.
Whether you’re in need of short-term rehabilitation or long-term care, Mountain View Care Center provides state-of-the-art therapeutic approaches to help you achieve optimal health. This home has a full-time, in-house therapy team who work tirelessly to provide personalized therapy programs that make recovery a breeze for their residents. Their dedication and expertise ensure that seniors receive the highest level of care and support on their journey to improved physical function.
On top of that, they know how to have fun too! With exciting excursions, convenient transportation services, and a jam-packed calendar of social events and engaging classes, there’s always something happening to keep residents entertained and engaged. In Mountain View Care Center, embracing the fullness of life comes effortlessly.
Enjoy your retirement in the comfort of a resort-like sanctuary at Villa Hermosa, an independent living retirement community just a few clicks away from some of the most popular spots in Tucson including the El Dorado and Tucson Country Clubs, and Fourth Avenue Shopping area. With lavish living facilities that feature fully equipped kitchen and laundry areas, access to two enormous pools, and beautiful private courtyards to spend your days relaxing amidst gorgeous scenery. Engage your tastebuds with fine cuisine available to residents, work up a healthy sweat with fitness programs, then pamper yourself at the spa before you cap each day with numerous recreational options such as live music, an onsite cinema, art studio and learning opportunities.
Spice things up with Villa Hermosa’s “Zest” three-dimensional approach for holistic wellness that seamlessly integrates mind, body, and soul towards personal growth as you live to the fullest at this luxury home for independent living.
Old Spanish Trail is a senior home curated by the renowned Starfish Care Homes. Tucked in the scenic landscape of Tucson, Arizona, this exceptional residence unveils a world of comfort and awe-inspiring Mountain Views. Step inside and be captivated by the allure of its ten individual rooms, each thoughtfully designed to offer a private sanctuary. The assisted living facility features expansive floor plans to ensure ample space to roam and unwind, while panoramic vistas of majestic mountains grace the horizon.
Venture outdoors and be greeted by sprawling landscapes, where trails invite residents to embark on leisurely walks, enveloped by the beauty of nature. As you step into the interior, a sense of nostalgia and simplicity permeates the air, evoking a timeless charm. Every corner exudes a classic elegance, reminiscent of cherished memories and a place that truly feels like home. Surrender to the tranquility of the Old Spanish Trail, where nature’s magnificence harmonizes with the comforting embrace of a genuinely welcoming ambiance.
Based in a serene neighborhood in Tucson, AZ, Catalina Post-Acute & Rehabilitation provides a cozy environment for receiving quality skilled nursing care and rehabilitation. The community features a team of reliable therapists and nurses who work together to create comprehensive and effective care and treatment plans for every resident. With comprehensive healthcare services and access to physical, occupational, and speech therapies, residents can easily maintain their well-being and overall function to continue enjoying their independence.
Residents also have access to a well-curated activities program, featuring fun, informative, and entertaining events like arts classes and lectures to stimulate their bodies and minds. Those facing the challenges of memory loss are also welcomed and provided with an advanced Integrated Cognitive Program that incorporates residents’ routines into their care plans. At Catalina Post-Acute & Rehabilitation, they strive to offer residents care as unique as them.
Catalina In-Home Services, situated in Tucson, Arizona, is a trusted provider of exceptional home care for seniors. Their comprehensive services include specialized Alzheimer’s and dementia care, designed to maintain seniors’ independence and enhance their quality of life. The Catalina Care Model, rooted in a commitment to excellence, ensures clients receive top-tier care with expert management and concierge-level customer service.
Their dedicated team of caregivers is meticulously screened and professionally managed, providing clients with dependable and compassionate support. Nurses assist with care planning and wellness, while expert navigators guide clients through the healthcare system. Catalina’s flexible care options, from short-term to 24/7 care, are tailored to meet evolving needs, with a complimentary in-home consultation to create personalized care plans. Catalina’s outstanding reputation as a provider of compassionate and high-quality care makes it the preferred choice for seniors in Tucson.
Amber Lights offers amazing views of the Tucson Mountains, the Catalina Mountains, and the city’s downtown lights while being surrounded by Tucson’s dynamic culture and natural surroundings. It is the ideal place to live opulently due to its classic Spanish-colonial vibe, tranquil temperature, and gorgeous surroundings.
The property’s amenities include a variety of outdoor areas, such as landscaped courtyards, walking paths, and a shady seating area for lounging and taking a stroll. The neighborhood also provides a music theater, a high-speed internet lounge, and a swimming pool for cooling down. Additionally, residents can indulge in reading or playing games in the library as well as creative pursuits in the craft and art rooms. There is a full-service beauty salon and barbershop on-site for personal grooming. Last but not least, the conveniently placed elevators make it simple to access the communal areas.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these memory care communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
Weighting overview
- 35%Resident Experience
- 25%Regulatory
- 15%Visual Media
- 10%Website
- 10%Stability
- 5%Environment
01
Resident & Family Experience 35%
The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.
- Includes
- Review Sentiment
- Review Volume
02
Regulatory & Safety Record 25%
State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
- Includes
- State Inspections
- Citations/Inspection
- % Inspections w/ Citations
- Complaint Visits
- Accreditations
- BBB Rating
03
Visual Media & Transparency 15%
Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.
- Includes
- Video Tours
- Virtual Walkthroughs
- Photo Quantity
- Photo Quality
04
Website & Operator Transparency 10%
Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.
- Includes
- Website Content
- Mobile Usability
- Staff Info Available
- Owner Info Available
05
Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
- Includes
- Occupancy Rate
- Bed Options
06
Environment & Pricing 5%
Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.
- Includes
- Walk Score
- Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in Tucson, AZ
What is the average cost of memory care in Tucson, AZ?
The average monthly cost of memory care in Tucson, AZ is approximately $5,125. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.
What is the price range for memory care in Tucson, AZ?
Memory care in Tucson, AZ typically ranges from $4,000–$6,500 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.
What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at memory care communities in Tucson, AZ?
Memory care communities in Tucson, AZ typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:5–1:8.
What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Arizona?
Assisted living in Arizona supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.
Does Arizona Medicaid cover memory care?
Arizona Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, but most states (including Arizona) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.
What is memory care?
Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.
How many memory care communities are listed on this page?
This page features 42 memory care communities in Tucson, AZ. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.



















