Copper Canyon Memory Care
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Tucson, AZ
Copper Canyon Memory Care
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Tucson, AZ
Tucked away in Pima County, Tucson, AZ, Copper Canyon Memory Care is a prominent senior living community that offers assisted living and memory care services to those dealing with the challenges of memory loss. The community also provides various health care services to meet residents’ complex needs, including diabetic care, incontinence care, medication management, and ambulatory care. With private, semi-private, and companion suites, residents are sure to enjoy a comfortable and safe living space that matches their lifestyle needs and preferences.
Dedicated to making residents’ lives simplified and convenient, the community handles most of the tedious tasks, including housekeeping, laundry, and transportation. The community also features cozy and inviting common areas for gathering with family, friends, or neighbors. Residents can look forward to meal times with restaurant-style dining featuring delicious and nutritious meals prepared by professional chefs and with accommodations for various dietary preferences.
66-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
2 years in operation
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score: 34 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Center
StatusActive
IssuanceJuly 24, 2023
ExpirationJuly 23, 2026 Expires in 25 days
License NumberAL12639C
QualificationHealth Care
Copper Canyon Memory Care is administered by Anthony Rosario Pennacchio.
OwnerTUCSON MC, 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 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
3 Worse
Metrics worse than Arizona average:
• Enforcement actions (11% above)
• Total inspections (100% above)
• Total complaints (33% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
• Enforcement actions (11% above)
• Total inspections (100% above)
• Total complaints (33% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection
October 11, 2024
Complaint
No 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.
| 1 | 0.9 | This facility has 11% more enforcement actions than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (1 vs. AZ avg 0.9).↑ 11% worse |
Inspections
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 10 | 5 | This facility has 100% more total inspections than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (10 vs. AZ avg 5).↑ 100% worse |
Complaints & Investigations
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Total complaints
Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff.
| 8 | 6 | This facility has 33% more total complaints than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (8 vs. AZ avg 6).↑ 33% worse Rank #427 / 500 Total complaints — State benchmarked This home is ranked 427th out of 500 homes in Arizona. Shows this facility's complaint-related visits compared to the Arizona average among 500 comparable communities in the ranking pool. 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 October 11, 2024, found no deficiencies during complaint investigations AZ00217149 and AZ00217227.
- The facility was fined $1,000 in April 2024 for failure to ensure employee compliance and incomplete documentation of resident services.
- Deficiencies from March to August 2024 repeatedly involved policies, medical record documentation, medication administration, and resident dignity issues.
What does this home offer?
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
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4.7 miles from city center
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The information below is reported by the Arizona Department of Health Services, Bureau of Long Term Care Licensing.
| Amber Lights | AL IL MC RC | Tucson | 150 | Yes | 15 | 1 Bed | 12 | A+ | Teresa L Merritt | 2 | 1
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AZ AVG
6
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| Inspirations of River Centre | AL RC | Tucson (Villa Mesa) | 112 | Yes | 63 | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 8 | A+ | Danielle Oben | 5 | 4
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4
AZ AVG
6
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#350 / 500 |
| Atria Campana del Rio | AL IL MC | Tucson (Colonia Del Rio) | 100 | Yes | 65 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 14 | C+ | Suzanne M Porter | 9 | 7
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7
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#418 / 500 |
| Via Elegante | AL MC | Tucson (Ruston Hills) | 98 | No | 5 | Private Room / Semi-Private Room | 21 | A+ | Andrew J Briefer | 2 | 1
Facility
1
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#174 / 500 |
| Copper Canyon Memory Care | AL MC | Tucson | 66 | No | 34 | - | 2 | A+ | Anthony Rosario Pennacchio | 10 | 8
Facility
8
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#427 / 500 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Copper Canyon Memory Care
Who is the owner of Copper Canyon Memory Care?
Copper Canyon Memory Care is legally operated by Tucson Mc, Llc, and administered by Anthony Rosario Pennacchio.
Is Copper Canyon Memory Care in a walkable area?
Copper Canyon Memory Care has a walk score of 34. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the license number of Copper Canyon Memory Care?
According to AZ state health department records, Copper Canyon Memory Care's license number is AL12639C.
When does Copper Canyon Memory Care's license expire?
According to AZ state health department records, Copper Canyon Memory Care's license expires on July 23, 2026.
Who is the administrator of Copper Canyon Memory Care?
Anthony Rosario Pennacchio is the administrator of Copper Canyon Memory Care.
How many beds does Copper Canyon Memory Care have?
Copper Canyon Memory Care has 66 beds.
Are there photos of Copper Canyon Memory Care?
Yes — there are 4 photos of Copper Canyon Memory Care in the photo gallery on this page.
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