Cascades of Tucson
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Tucson, AZ
Cascades of Tucson
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Tucson, AZ
Overview of Cascades of Tucson
Nestled in the tranquil community of Jessica Ave, Tucson, AZ, Cascades of Tucson is an inviting senior living community that provides independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care services. Here, individuality and independence are celebrated, while the team takes care of the details. With engaging social events, the freedom from cooking and cleaning, and the company of like-minded friends, residents often say, “I wish I had moved here sooner.”
Offering top-of-the-line amenities and services, residents can enjoy socializing, staying fit and healthy, and fine dining in this community. Amenities such as a heated pool, arts and crafts room, and many more are available for everyone. Meet new friends and create new memories by participating in a lively calendar of social, cultural, educational, and recreational activities and programs. At Cascades of Tucson, seniors are assured of a wondrous retirement.
217-bed community Rank #13 / 528Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 13th out of 528 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Arizona that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
29 years in operation Rank #31 / 533Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 31st out of 533 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Arizona that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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: 46 / 100 Rank #305 / 819Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 305th out of 819 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Arizona that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Center
StatusActive
IssuanceMarch 28, 1997
ExpirationAugust 31, 2026
License NumberAL1362C
QualificationHealth Care
Cascades of Tucson is administered by Meredith A Kuhn.
OwnerCascades Retirement Properties, Inc
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactMs. Sandra Fish, Executive Director (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Doctor on Staff
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Touring HoursMonday-Sunday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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 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
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
2 Better
Metrics better than Arizona average:
• Enforcement actions (100% below)
• Total complaints (17% below)
• Enforcement actions (100% below)
• Total complaints (17% below)
Latest Inspection
August 28, 2025
Complaint;Compliance (Annual)
5 deficiencies
Deficiencies
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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.
| 0 | 0.9 | This facility has 100% fewer enforcement actions than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (0 vs. AZ avg 0.9).↓ 100% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | AZ Average | vs. AZ Avg |
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 7 | 5 | This facility has had 40% more total inspections than the Arizona average (7 vs. AZ avg 5). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 40% more |
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.
| 5 | 6 | This facility has 17% fewer total complaints than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (5 vs. AZ avg 6).↓ 17% better Rank #375 / 479 Total complaints — State benchmarked This home is ranked 375th out of 479 homes in Arizona for Complaint-related visits. Shows this facility's complaint-related visits compared to the Arizona average among 479 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Arizona that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- The most recent inspection on August 29, 2025, found five deficiencies related to administration, service plans, resident rights, medication services, and facility modifications.
- Prior inspections from February 7, 2023, through October 25, 2024, consistently cited no deficiencies during complaint and annual compliance investigations.
- The August 2025 deficiencies indicate a decline in compliance after a long period of clean inspections, with multiple complaints substantiated in that latest review.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Meredith Kuhn is the Executive Director at Cascades of Tucson, recognized for exceptional leadership and dedication. She was honored with the Arizona Assisted Living Federation of America’s Shining Star Award for Executive Director of the Year, reflecting her inspiring commitment to enhancing the lives of residents and staff alike.
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7.6 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Tucson's city center to Cascades of Tucson's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 0.41 miles to nearest hospital (Carondelet St. Joseph's Hospital)
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The information below is reported by the Arizona Department of Health Services, Bureau of Long Term Care Licensing.
| Cascades of Tucson | AL IL MC RC | Tucson (Double Acres) | 217
Facility
217
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#13 / 528 | Yes |
46
Facility
46
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#305 / 819 | - | 29
Facility
29
AZ AVG
11
Rank
#31 / 533 | - | Meredith A Kuhn | - | 7 | 5
Facility
5
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#375 / 479 | - | - |
| Via Elegante | AL MC | Tucson (Ruston Hills) | 98
Facility
98
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#137 / 528 | Yes |
5
Facility
5
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#742 / 819 | Private Room / Semi-Private Room | 21
Facility
21
AZ AVG
11
Rank
#69 / 533 | A+ | Andrew J Briefer | - | 2 | 1
Facility
1
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#173 / 479 | - | - |
| Splendido at Rancho Vistoso | AL HOS MC NH RC SNF | Tucson | 42
Facility
42
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#224 / 528 | No |
8
Facility
8
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#708 / 819 | - | 18
Facility
18
AZ AVG
11
Rank
#96 / 533 | - | Maria Parham | 82
Facility
82
AZ AVG
82
Rank
#9 / 54 | 8 | 5
Facility
5
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#375 / 479 | 15
Facility
15
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#14 / 38 | 1.9
Facility
1.9
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#17 / 38 |
| Starfish Care Homes at Spanish Trail | AL MC RC | Trail Tucson (Mitman) | 10
Facility
10
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#244 / 528 | No |
65
Facility
65
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#95 / 819 | - | 13
Facility
13
AZ AVG
11
Rank
#157 / 533 | A+ | Joleen Bonham | - | 2 | 0
Facility
0
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#1 / 479 | - | - |
| The Fountains at La Cholla | AL IL MC | Tucson (The Fountains At La Cholla Blk) | - | Yes |
26
Facility
26
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#530 / 819 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 38
Facility
38
AZ AVG
11
Rank
#16 / 533 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Financial Assistance for
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cascades of Tucson
What neighborhood is Cascades of Tucson in?
Cascades of Tucson is in the Double Acres neighborhood of Tucson.
Who is the owner of Cascades of Tucson?
Cascades of Tucson is legally operated by Cascades Retirement Properties, Inc., and administered by Meredith A Kuhn.
Is Cascades of Tucson in a walkable area?
Cascades of Tucson has a walk score of 46. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the license number of Cascades of Tucson?
According to AZ state health department records, Cascades of Tucson's license number is AL1362C.
When does Cascades of Tucson's license expire?
According to AZ state health department records, Cascades of Tucson's license expires on August 31, 2026.
Are pets allowed at Cascades of Tucson?
Yes, Cascades of Tucson allows residents to bring their pets.
Who is the administrator of Cascades of Tucson?
Meredith A Kuhn is the administrator of Cascades of Tucson.
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