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Western Winds
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Western Winds

4131 N Western Winds Dr, Tucson, AZ 85705 View map
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Overview of Western Winds

Live a blissful retirement at Western Winds, a dedicated community in Tucson, AZ, offering independent living. With affordable and well-designed accommodations, residents find the one that best matches their preferences. The community promotes a bright and friendly environment, so residents can feel a sense of belonging during their stay.

With plenty of recreational sites and convenient amenities nearby, residents enjoy their days and make new friends. Residents have quick access to necessities and dining options with delightful restaurants and groceries nearby. The community is ideal for those aiming to downsize in retirement.

Facility Direct Line (602) 456-4378
By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #21 / 217Walk Score — State benchmarked This independent living community is ranked 21st out of 217 independent living communities 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 compare like with like: every independent living community we track in Arizona that reports data for that category. Independent living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
67 / 100

About this community

Room Accommodations

Building Type3-story
Room Sizes
550 sq. ft
Room Types
1 Bed

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Address 2.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Tucson's city center to Western Winds'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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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.
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.
Broadway Proper Independent & Assisted Living
IL
AL
HOS
MC
NH
SNF
Tucson (Broadway Proper)
255
Facility 255
AZ AVG 105
Rank #3 / 104
No
57
Facility 57
AZ AVG 39
Rank #54 / 217
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
50
Facility 50
AZ AVG 17
Rank #1 / 115
-Katrina Ellsworth3
9
Facility 9
AZ AVG 9
Rank #53 / 101
3.0
Facility 3.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #83 / 101
Amber Lights
IL
AL
MC
RC
Tucson
150
Facility 150
AZ AVG 105
Rank #20 / 104
Yes
15
Facility 15
AZ AVG 39
Rank #173 / 217
1 Bed
26
Facility 26
AZ AVG 17
Rank #28 / 115
-Teresa L Merritt2
0
Facility 0
AZ AVG 9
Rank #1 / 101
0.0
Facility 0.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #1 / 101
Villa Hermosa
IL
AL
MC
Tucson (Harold Bell Wright Estates)
135
Facility 135
AZ AVG 105
Rank #32 / 104
Yes
78
Facility 78
AZ AVG 39
Rank #3 / 217
1 Bed / 2 Bed
19
Facility 19
AZ AVG 17
Rank #43 / 115
-Amber A Harkin6
14
Facility 14
AZ AVG 9
Rank #67 / 101
2.3
Facility 2.3
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #72 / 101
The Country Club of La Cholla
IL
AL
RC
Tucson (La Cholla Hills)
97
Facility 97
AZ AVG 105
Rank #61 / 104
Yes
11
Facility 11
AZ AVG 39
Rank #194 / 217
-
1
Facility 1
AZ AVG 17
Rank #111 / 115
A-Jody Boedigheimer4
1
Facility 1
AZ AVG 9
Rank #15 / 101
0.3
Facility 0.3
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #17 / 101
Western Winds
IL
Tucson (Limberlost)-No
67
Facility 67
AZ AVG 39
Rank #21 / 217
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Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each independent living community is ranked against every other AZ independent living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Arizona

Western Winds is located in Tucson, 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).
AZ

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 Western Winds

What neighborhood is Western Winds in?

Western Winds is in the Limberlost neighborhood of Tucson.

Is Western Winds in a walkable area?

Western Winds has a walk score of 67. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Are pets allowed at Western Winds?

No, Western Winds has a no-pet policy.

Are there photos of Western Winds?

Yes — there are 3 photos of Western Winds in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does Western Winds provide?

Western Winds offers Independent Living.

What is the address of Western Winds?

Western Winds is located at 4131 N Western Winds Dr, Tucson, AZ 85705.

What is the phone number of Western Winds?

(602) 456-4378 will put you in contact with the team at Western Winds.

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