Woodland Palms Memory Care Community

Overview of Woodland Palms Memory Care Community

Considerably one of the trusted memory care communities in Tucson, Woodland Palms is an expansive community that provides a warm and welcoming environment for the residents– making them feel right at home. The home strives to promote an engaging social life for the seniors to create endless possibilities for them and develop meaningful relationships that blossom into beautiful memories in a cozy environment.

A proud member of the Compass Senior Living community, expect a lifestyle filled with ease, comfort, and fun. Community services and amenities include daily meals, 24-hour care supervision, medication management, housekeeping, stimulating programs, and enriching activities.

(520) 777-9368

60-bed community

A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

5 years in operation

An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.

Walk Score: 77 / 100

Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

BBB Rating: A+ (Accredited)

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About this community

Facility TypeAssisted Living Center

StatusActive

IssuanceJanuary 4, 2021

ExpirationMarch 31, 2027

License NumberAL11793C

QualificationHealth Care

Woodland Palms Memory Care Community is administrated by Cara J Russo.

OwnerADAMAS INDUSTRIES, L.L.C.

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

ContactMeredith Miller

Total Employees

Full-Time Employees

Inspection Scorecard This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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

Latest Inspection October 17, 2025 Complaint 2 deficiencies

Deficiencies Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	AZ Average	vs. AZ Avg
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.	7	0.9	This facility has 678% more enforcement actions than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (7 vs. AZ avg 0.9).↑ 678% worse

Inspections State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	AZ Average	vs. AZ Avg
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 Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.	This Facility	AZ Average	vs. AZ Avg
Total complaints Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff.	9	6	This facility has 50% more total complaints than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (9 vs. AZ avg 6).↑ 50% worse Rank #439 / 500 Total complaints — State benchmarked This home is ranked 439th 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.

Inspection Reports Summary An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

November 14, 2025 enforcement found deficient staff training and unqualified management, posing risks to resident health and safety, resulting in civil fines.
April 29, 2025 enforcement cited repeat medication administration errors affecting two of five residents, risking resident health and safety.
January 17, 2026 inspection resulted in a $1,000 fine that was paid in full, showing enforcement resolution.

What does this home offer?

Room Sizes: 185 sq. ft

Housing Options: Studio

Building Type: Single-story

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Woodland Palms Memory Care Community Studio C

Woodland Palms Memory Care Community Studio B

Woodland Palms Memory Care Community Studio A

7.0 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Tucson's city center to Woodland Palms Memory Care Community's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.09 miles to nearest hospital (Bhat Internal Medicine)

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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).

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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)

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The information below is reported by the Arizona Department of Health Services, Bureau of Long Term Care Licensing.

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Woodland Palms Memory Care Community	MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Tucson (Duffy)	60 Facility 60 AZ AVG 55 Rank #195 / 529	No	77 Facility 77 AZ AVG 37 Rank #18 / 819	Studio	5 Facility 5 AZ AVG 11 Rank #342 / 531	A+	Cara J Russo	10	9 Facility 9 AZ AVG 6 Rank #439 / 500	0 Facility 0 AZ AVG 9 Rank #113 / 500	0.0 Facility 0.0 AZ AVG 1.8 Rank #113 / 500
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What neighborhood is Woodland Palms Memory Care Community in?

Woodland Palms Memory Care Community is in the Duffy neighborhood of Tucson.

Who is the owner of Woodland Palms Memory Care Community?

The legal owner and operator of Woodland Palms Memory Care Community is Adamas Industries, L.l.c..

Is Woodland Palms Memory Care Community in a walkable area?

Woodland Palms Memory Care Community has a walk score of 77. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the license number of Woodland Palms Memory Care Community?

According to AZ state health department records, Woodland Palms Memory Care Community's license number is AL11793C.

When does Woodland Palms Memory Care Community's license expire?

According to AZ state health department records, Woodland Palms Memory Care Community's license expires on March 31, 2027.

Who is the administrator of Woodland Palms Memory Care Community?

Cara J Russo is the administrator of Woodland Palms Memory Care Community.

How many beds does Woodland Palms Memory Care Community have?

Woodland Palms Memory Care Community has 60 beds.

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