Searles Care Home
Memory Care & Nursing Care · Tucson, AZ
Searles Care Home
Memory Care & Nursing Care · Tucson, AZ
Peacefully nestled in Tucson, AZ, Searles Care Home provides a serene environment for those seeking compassionate memory care services. Their team of highly trained care experts is available 24/7 to support residents needing short-term and long-term stays with quality nursing care. Those facing the challenges of memory conditions like Alzheimer’s and dementia find comfort in the community’s safe and structured setting, overlooking panoramic views of the Catalina and Rincon mountains.
Here, care plans are tailor-made based on residents’ unique needs, care goals, and preferences to guarantee appropriate and effective care. The community also boasts a vibrant activity or exercise room for enjoying various recreational activities that enrich their overall well-being. With three healthy meals and replenishing snacks served daily, residents are always well-nourished and energized throughout the day. From quality care and relaxing accommodations to fun experiences, Searles Care Home has it all for a truly comfortable living experience.
10-bed community Rank #237 / 521Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 237th out of 521 homes we track in Arizona for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Arizona facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.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.
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
19 years in operation Rank #107 / 548Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 107th out of 548 homes we track in Arizona for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Arizona facilities. Longer operating histories may 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.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 18 / 100 Rank #592 / 775Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 592nd out of 775 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Home
IssuanceJune 18, 2007
License NumberAL6621H
QualificationHealth Care
Searles Care Home is administered by Marilou Errazo Searles.
OwnerMedical Advisory Consultants, LLC
Inspection History
In Arizona, the Department of Health Services, Bureau of Long Term Care Licensing performs regular onsite inspections and investigates complaints for all licensed residential and nursing facilities.
Inspection score unavailable
Not enough inspection history to generate a score.
Average score for Arizona assisted living residences: B- 82/100
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Arizona state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Overall vs. AZ average
2 Worse
Metrics worse than Arizona average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (61% above)
• Enforcement actions (233% above) 3 Better Metrics better than Arizona average:
• Total deficiencies (36% below)
• Total complaints (83% below)
• Complaints per year (85% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (61% above)
• Enforcement actions (233% above) 3 Better Metrics better than Arizona average:
• Total deficiencies (36% below)
• Total complaints (83% below)
• Complaints per year (85% below)
Deficiencies
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 9 | 14 | This facility has 36% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (9 vs. AZ avg 14).↓ 36% better Rank #202 / 400 Total deficiencies — State benchmarked This home is ranked 202nd out of 400 homes we track in Arizona for deficiencies. Shows this facility's deficiencies compared to the Arizona average among 400 comparable communities in the ranking pool. 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. |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 4.5 | 2.8 | This facility has 61% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (4.5 vs. AZ avg 2.8).↑ 61% worse Rank #323 / 400 Deficiencies per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 323rd out of 400 homes we track in Arizona for deficiencies per inspection. Shows this facility's deficiencies per inspection compared to the Arizona average among 400 comparable communities in the ranking pool. 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. |
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Enforcement actions
Formal penalties or interventions imposed by Arizona regulators — directed plans of correction, civil monetary penalties, denial of payment, or appointment of temporary management.
| 3 | 0.9 | This facility has 233% more enforcement actions than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (3 vs. AZ avg 0.9).↑ 233% worse |
Inspections
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Total inspections
Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.
| 2 | 5 | This facility has had 60% fewer total inspections than the Arizona average (2 vs. AZ avg 5). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 60% fewer |
Complaints & Investigations
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Total complaints
Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff.
| 1 | 6 | This facility has 83% fewer total complaints than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (1 vs. AZ avg 6).↓ 83% better Rank #178 / 486 Total complaints — State benchmarked This home is ranked 178th out of 486 homes we track in Arizona for complaint-related visits. Shows this facility's complaint-related visits compared to the Arizona average among 486 comparable communities in the ranking pool. 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. |
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Complaints per year
Average complaints per year since 2023.
| 0.3 | 2 | This facility has 85% fewer complaints per year than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (0.3 vs. AZ avg 2).↓ 85% better |
What does this home offer?
No pets allowed
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
Housekeeping Services
Recreational Activities
Exercise Programs
Places of interest near Searles Care Home
11109 E Tanque Verde Rd, Tucson, AZ 85749
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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 to lowest based on our ranking 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.
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.
HC (Home Care):
Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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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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| Searles Care Home | MC NH | Tucson | 10
Facility
10
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#237 / 521 | No |
18
Facility
18
AZ AVG
38
Rank
#592 / 775 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed | 19
Facility
19
AZ AVG
12
Rank
#107 / 548 | A+ | Marilou Errazo Searles | 2 | 1
Facility
1
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#178 / 486 | 9
Facility
9
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#202 / 400 | 4.5
Facility
4.5
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#323 / 400 |
| Aspen Care Home | MC AL | Tucson | 10
Facility
10
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#237 / 521 | No |
51
Facility
51
AZ AVG
38
Rank
#241 / 775 | Private Rooms | 15
Facility
15
AZ AVG
12
Rank
#159 / 548 | - | Tracey E Anderson | 2 | 0
Facility
0
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#1 / 486 | 0 | 0.0 |
| Senior Home Care of Tucson | MC HC HOS RC | Oro Valley (Sun City) | - | No |
13
Facility
13
AZ AVG
38
Rank
#640 / 775 | - | 14
Facility
14
AZ AVG
12
Rank
#171 / 548 | A+ | - | - | - | - | - |
Financial Assistance for
Memory Care in Arizona
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Frequently Asked Questions about Searles Care Home
Who is the owner of Searles Care Home?
Searles Care Home is legally operated by Medical Advisory Consultants, LLC, and administered by Marilou Errazo Searles.
Is Searles Care Home in a walkable area?
Searles Care Home has a walk score of 18. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
What is the license number of Searles Care Home?
According to AZ state health department records, Searles Care Home's license number is AL6621H.
How long has Searles Care Home been in business?
Searles Care Home has been operating for approximately 19 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Searles Care Home?
No, Searles Care Home has a no-pet policy.
Who is the administrator of Searles Care Home?
Marilou Errazo Searles is the administrator of Searles Care Home.
How many beds does Searles Care Home have?
Searles Care Home has 10 beds.
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