Amber Lights
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Tucson, AZ
Amber Lights
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Tucson, AZ
Overview of Amber Lights
Amber Lights is a senior living community at 6231 North Montebella Road in Tucson, Arizona, with views of the city skyline and the Tucson and Catalina Mountains. Owned and operated by Amber Lights Subtenant LLC under administrator Teresa L Merritt, the mid-rise, Spanish-colonial style facility offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care.
The 150-bed community has been operating for 12 years and features one-bedroom floor plans ranging from 560 to 844 square feet. The surrounding neighborhood carries a walk score of 15, so everyday errands will require a car.
Outdoor amenities include landscaped courtyards, walking paths, shaded seating areas, and a swimming pool. Inside, residents have access to a library, art and craft spaces, a music theater, a high-speed internet lounge, and an on-site hair salon and barbershop. Services cover room cleaning, scheduled rides, pet-friendly living spaces, and regular social and exercise programs. State regulatory reviews closed with no deficiencies or substantiated complaints.
Prospective families can reach out to the Montebella Road office directly to check current apartment availability and schedule a tour of the facility.
150-bed community Rank #39 / 521Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 39th 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 larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
26 years in operation Rank #63 / 548Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 63rd 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: 15 / 100 Rank #615 / 775Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 615th 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.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Center
StatusActive
IssuanceFebruary 28, 2014
ExpirationFebruary 28, 2027
License NumberAL9378C
QualificationHealth Care
Amber Lights is administered by Teresa L Merritt.
OwnerAmber Lights Subtenant 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.
Since 2025 · 1 year of data
These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
0 deficiencies
1 complaint
2 inspections
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.
Since 2025 vs. Arizona state average
Overall vs. AZ average
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
3 Better
Metrics better than Arizona average:
• Total deficiencies (100% below)
• Total complaints (83% below)
• Complaints per year (83% below)
• Total deficiencies (100% below)
• Total complaints (83% below)
• Complaints per year (83% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | AZ Average | vs. AZ Avg |
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 0 | 14 | This facility has 100% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (0 vs. AZ avg 14).↓ 100% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | AZ Average | vs. AZ Avg |
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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
| This Facility | AZ Average | vs. AZ Avg |
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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 2025.
| 1 | 6 | This facility has 83% fewer complaints per year than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (1 vs. AZ avg 6).↓ 83% better |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 560 / 563 / 574 / 587 / 771 - 844 sq. ft
Housing Options: 1 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Beauty Services
Transportation Services
Housekeeping Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Exercise Programs
Swimming Pool
Parking Available
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Amber Lights
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5.0 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Tucson's city center to Amber Lights'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 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.
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.
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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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A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the Arizona state average. See the benchmark below for the typical Arizona score; higher is better.
This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.
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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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| Broadway Proper Independent & Assisted Living | AL HOS IL MC NH SNF | Tucson (Broadway Proper) | 255
Facility
255
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#3 / 521 | No |
57
Facility
57
AZ AVG
38
Rank
#179 / 775 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 50
Facility
50
AZ AVG
12
Rank
#1 / 548 | - | Katrina Ellsworth | 93
Facility
93
AZ AVG
82
Rank
#65 / 290 | 3 | 1
Facility
1
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#178 / 486 | 9
Facility
9
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#202 / 400 | 3.0
Facility
3.0
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#257 / 400 |
| Brookdale Santa Catalina | AL IL MC NH SNF | Tucson (Sin Vacas) | 155
Facility
155
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#33 / 521 | Yes | - | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 27
Facility
27
AZ AVG
12
Rank
#50 / 548 | A+ | - | 81
Facility
81
AZ AVG
82
Rank
#216 / 290 | 6 | 4
Facility
4
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#350 / 486 | 14
Facility
14
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#274 / 400 | 2.3
Facility
2.3
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#208 / 400 |
| Amber Lights | AL IL MC RC | Tucson | 150
Facility
150
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#39 / 521 | Yes |
15
Facility
15
AZ AVG
38
Rank
#615 / 775 | 1 Bed | 26
Facility
26
AZ AVG
12
Rank
#63 / 548 | - | Teresa L Merritt | - | 2 | 1
Facility
1
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#178 / 486 | 0 | 0.0 |
| Villa Hermosa | AL IL MC | Tucson (Harold Bell Wright Estates) | 135
Facility
135
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#57 / 521 | Yes |
78
Facility
78
AZ AVG
38
Rank
#15 / 775 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 19
Facility
19
AZ AVG
12
Rank
#107 / 548 | A+ | Amber A Harkin | 74
Facility
74
AZ AVG
82
Rank
#191 / 290 | 6 | 3
Facility
3
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#320 / 486 | 14
Facility
14
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#274 / 400 | 2.3
Facility
2.3
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#208 / 400 |
| Splendido at Rancho Vistoso | AL HOS MC NH RC SNF | Tucson | 42
Facility
42
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#217 / 521 | No |
8
Facility
8
AZ AVG
38
Rank
#705 / 775 | - | 23
Facility
23
AZ AVG
12
Rank
#79 / 548 | - | Maria Parham | 82
Facility
82
AZ AVG
82
Rank
#131 / 290 | 9 | 5
Facility
5
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#383 / 486 | 14
Facility
14
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#274 / 400 | 1.6
Facility
1.6
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#148 / 400 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Amber Lights
Who is the owner of Amber Lights?
Amber Lights is legally operated by Amber Lights Subtenant LLC, and administered by Teresa L Merritt.
Is Amber Lights in a walkable area?
Amber Lights has a walk score of 15. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
What is the license number of Amber Lights?
According to AZ state health department records, Amber Lights's license number is AL9378C.
When does Amber Lights's license expire?
According to AZ state health department records, Amber Lights's license expires on February 28, 2027.
How long has Amber Lights been in business?
Amber Lights has been operating for approximately 26 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Amber Lights?
Yes, Amber Lights allows residents to bring their pets.
Who is the administrator of Amber Lights?
Teresa L Merritt is the administrator of Amber Lights.
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