The Access

Overview of 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.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk. Rank #39 / 740Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 39th out of 740 homes we track in Arizona for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Arizona facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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What does this home offer?

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Room Sizes: 498 - 735 / 585 - 960 / 772 - 1,175 / 1,095 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Beauty Services

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Social and Recreational Activities

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Exercise Programs

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Swimming Pool

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Address 2.5 miles from city center Info 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.
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.
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.
Regulatory visits tied to complaints or allegations in the state file—not the same as every routine survey.
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.
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 Schmidt13
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
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Desert Marigold Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
RC
Tempe (Kiwanis Park)-Yes
66
Facility 66
AZ AVG 38
Rank #81 / 740
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6
Facility 6
AZ AVG 12
Rank #313 / 529
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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.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Arizona.

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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).
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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
AZ

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.
AZ

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
AZ

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.
AZ

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.
AZ

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)

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.

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