The Access
Experience the best of retirement at The Access, a one-of-a-kind community in Tempe, AZ, offering independent living. Featuring beautifully furnished and spacious one- to three-bedroom floor plans, the community strives to promote comfort and familiarity. Residents enjoy maintenance-free living with the community’s convenient amenities.
Here, residents will not run out of things to do with cozy communal spaces and fun amenities. An on-site coffee bar and delightful restaurants are available nearby, providing residents with plenty of dining options to cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Amenities include a pool, a clubhouse, a fireside lounge, a spa, a game room, and a fitness center, providing residents with various avenues for recreation and wellness.
Community insights.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 498 - 735 / 585 - 960 / 772 - 1,175 / 1,095 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Beauty Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Exercise Programs
Swimming Pool
Places of interest near The Access
2.5 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Tempe's city center to The Access's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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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.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community):
A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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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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| Friendship Village Tempe | IL AL CCRC MC NH SNF | Tempe | 128
Facility
128
AZ AVG
49
Rank
#59 / 487 | Yes |
28
Facility
28
AZ AVG
38
Rank
#468 / 740 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed | 49
Facility
49
AZ AVG
12
Rank
#2 / 529 | A+ | Jadyne Schmidt | 13 | 10
Facility
10
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#442 / 489 | 30
Facility
30
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#449 / 486 | 2.3
Facility
2.3
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#295 / 486 |
| The Access | IL | Tempe (University Heights) | - | Yes |
71
Facility
71
AZ AVG
38
Rank
#39 / 740 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Desert Marigold Senior Living | IL AL MC RC | Tempe (Kiwanis Park) | - | Yes |
66
Facility
66
AZ AVG
38
Rank
#81 / 740 | - | 6
Facility
6
AZ AVG
12
Rank
#313 / 529 | B- | - | - | - | - | - |
| Eastridge Apartments | IL | Tempe | - | Yes |
75
Facility
75
AZ AVG
38
Rank
#21 / 740 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every AZ community we track that reports that metric, not just the 4 on this page. See how we rank facilities
Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Arizona
The Access is located in Tempe, Arizona.
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Access
What neighborhood is The Access in?
The Access is in the University Heights neighborhood of Tempe.
Is The Access in a walkable area?
The Access has a walk score of 71. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
Are pets allowed at The Access?
Yes, The Access allows residents to bring their pets.
Are there photos of The Access?
Yes — there are 7 photos of The Access in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of The Access?
The Access is located at 1811 E Apache Blvd, Tempe, AZ 85281.
What is the phone number of The Access?
(520) 346-7716 will put you in contact with the team at The Access.
Does The Access provide medical or personal care assistance?
No — The Access is an independent living community. Residents live on their own in private apartments with access to amenities, dining, and social activities.





