Foothills Place
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Tucson, AZ

Foothills Place

Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Tucson, AZ

Overview of Foothills Place

A member of the Enlivant senior living group, Foothills Place in Catalina, Tucson is an assisted living and memory care community that approaches senior living care with quality assistance and efficient services. Foothills Place heavily promotes independence for their residents to maintain a sense of individuality to live life on their own terms. The assisted living community aims to provide a vibrant environment for residents to feel a sense of belonging by providing personal care plans that lead to meeting the social, emotional, mental, and physical wellness of each. The professional staff of Foothills highly encouraged them to make deep connections between residents– a bond built on trust and respect. Foothills Place is the ideal place for seniors looking to thrive in a community that understands the every basic need of an adult. 
Accommodations at Foothills Place are exerted through efficiency and genuinity. This approach allows for seniors and their families to trust and relax that their best intentions are being put first. Foothills’ services offered are designed to allow flexibility for families, these include respite care, short-terms stays, and urgent placement– living options allowing the staff to adapt to any necessary and immediate need. Some community amenities to highlight are the hair salon, apartment maintenance, housekeeping and laundry services, community outings, and activities.  

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Years of operating Info A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #136 / 450Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 136th out of 450 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Arizona that reports data for that category. Assisted living 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.
12 years
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #322 / 534Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 322nd out of 534 assisted 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 assisted living community we track in Arizona that reports data for that category. Assisted living 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.
27 / 100
BBB Rating Info An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
A+ Not Accredited
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Address 4.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Tucson's city center to Foothills Place'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. 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.
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.
Regulatory visits tied to complaints or allegations in the state file—not the same as every routine survey.
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.
Amber Lights
AL
IL
MC
RC
Tucson
150
Facility 150
AZ AVG 47
Rank #26 / 448
Yes
15
Facility 15
AZ AVG 35
Rank #404 / 534
1 Bed
26
Facility 26
AZ AVG 11
Rank #38 / 450
-Teresa L Merritt2
0
Facility 0
AZ AVG 9
Rank #1 / 432
0.0
Facility 0.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #1 / 432
Villa Hermosa
AL
IL
MC
Tucson (Harold Bell Wright Estates)
135
Facility 135
AZ AVG 47
Rank #44 / 448
Yes
78
Facility 78
AZ AVG 35
Rank #7 / 534
1 Bed / 2 Bed
19
Facility 19
AZ AVG 11
Rank #70 / 450
A+Amber A Harkin6
14
Facility 14
AZ AVG 9
Rank #328 / 432
2.3
Facility 2.3
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #260 / 432
Brookdale East Tucson
AL
Tucson (Hidden Hills)
60
Facility 60
AZ AVG 47
Rank #139 / 448
Yes
36
Facility 36
AZ AVG 35
Rank #253 / 534
Suite
27
Facility 27
AZ AVG 11
Rank #29 / 450
A+Ryan D Gallion3
0
Facility 0
AZ AVG 9
Rank #1 / 432
0.0
Facility 0.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #1 / 432
Starfish Care Homes at Spanish Trail
AL
MC
RC
Tucson (Mitman)
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 47
Rank #170 / 448
No
65
Facility 65
AZ AVG 35
Rank #46 / 534
-
13
Facility 13
AZ AVG 11
Rank #125 / 450
A+Joleen Bonham2
0
Facility 0
AZ AVG 9
Rank #1 / 432
0.0
Facility 0.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #1 / 432
Foothills Place
AL
MC
RC
Tucson-Yes
27
Facility 27
AZ AVG 35
Rank #322 / 534
-
12
Facility 12
AZ AVG 11
Rank #136 / 450
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Arizona

Foothills Place 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 Foothills Place

Is Foothills Place in a walkable area?

Foothills Place has a walk score of 27. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

How long has Foothills Place been in business?

Foothills Place has been operating for approximately 12 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Foothills Place?

Yes, Foothills Place allows residents to bring their pets.

Are there photos of Foothills Place?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Foothills Place in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does Foothills Place provide?

Foothills Place offers Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care.

What is the address of Foothills Place?

Foothills Place is located at 3701 N Swan Rd, Tucson, AZ 85718.

What is the phone number of Foothills Place?

(520) 200-3539 will put you in contact with the team at Foothills Place.

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