Expert Senior Living Advisors from A Place for Mom can help direct you to nursing homes. Together, we will find the perfect fit for your loved one, and we will provide direction and support as needed. With 32 senior care options in Tucson and the surrounding area, there are many options to choose from. A Place for Mom is the largest senior living referral service in North America, and we can help you make a good choice at no cost to you.
1550 East River Road, Tucson, AZ 85718
Studio, 1 Bed, 2 Bed, Semi-Private
At Atria Campana del Rio, you'll discover a welcoming senior community nestled in the bucolic foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains in Tucson. The area's Spanish-style architecture is reflected in the red-tile roofs and soft desert colors throughout each spacious apartment and townhome....
3701 N Swan Rd, Tucson, AZ 85718
Studio, 1 Bed, 2 Bed, Semi-Private
Foothills Place is a pet friendly senior living community in Tucson, AZ, where we provide residents with quality care and assistance with their daily routine when needed, while promoting independence as long as possible. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a...
8700 N La Cholla Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85742
1 Bed, 2 Bed, Semi-Private
Snowbird Stays from $150 per day!The Country Club of La Cholla offers luxury retirement living for the young at heart.You can relax in the classic country club setting of the Catalina Foothills and make yourself comfortable in one of our bright and spacious apartment homes. Your calendar will be...
400 S. Broadway Place, Tucson, AZ 85710
Studio, 1 Bed, 2 Bed
Broadway Proper Retirement Community offers the beauty and serenity of a desert oasis in the heart of East Tucson. We are located near Udall Park, the Ott Family YMCA, Hilton East, St. Joseph's Hospital, Carondelet Health Network, and both Park Place Mall and Elcon Mall. Along with the warmth of...
4975 North 1st Avenue, Tucson, AZ 85718
Studio, 1 Bed, Semi-Private
Since 2008 Sunrise at River Road as been providing outstanding assisted living and memory care services to Tucson. Located at River Road and North 1st Avenue we are centrally located, are a warm and inviting, homelike environment complete with pets, fresh flowers, southwest landscaping and...
201 N Jessica Ave, Tucson, AZ 85710
Studio, 1 Bed, 2 Bed, Semi-Private
Life is as vibrant and carefree as you choose to be! You decide when, where and how to enjoy the many pleasures of living at our distinguished Tucson, Arizona retirement community. Intentionally designed with attention to comfort and detail, Cascades was planned specifically to accommodate...
8151 East Speedway Boulevard, Tucson, AZ 85710
Studio, 1 Bed, 2 Bed, Semi-Private
We offer a home like setting and cheerful smiles from our professional staff who greet you everyday. Our caring staff offers the assistance you need while respecting your independence. Our peaceful setting, restaurant style dining experience, activities and beautiful setting combine to create a...
7500 North Calle Sin Envidia, Tucson, AZ 85718
Studio, 1 Bed, 2 Bed, Semi-Private
Are you ready for fewer chores and more adventures?Come see if our continuing care retirement community, or CCRC, with independent living, assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing all on one campus is the right fit for you. We’re a rental CCRC. That means you’ll pay a monthly rental fee...
2650 West Ina Road, Tucson, AZ 85741
Studio, 1 Bed, Semi-Private
COMMUNITY VISITS HAPPENING DAILYTucked away in the northwest side of Tucson in the foothills close to Marana, you will discover a warm and welcoming assisted living community that operates more like a family than a traditional senior living home. You will feel right at home as soon as you walk...
1020 N Woodland Ave, Tucson, AZ 85711
Studio, 1 Bed, Semi-Private
You will have an opportunity to make your contribution to our family, which makes Woodland Palms Memory Care the distinctive place that it is in Tucson, AZ. It is people that make a community. We recognize that people make all the difference. Treating people well – with respect, trust, care, and...
5901 N La Cholla Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85741
Studio, 1 Bed, Semi-Private
Located just north of the Rillito River, Copper Canyon is not just a memory care facility, we are a memory care community. It is a warm, welcoming senior community for those in need of assisted living, transitional assisted living, or memory care. Copper Canyon combines Person-Centered Care with...
10701 N. La Reserve Dr., Oro Valley, AZ 85737
Studio, 1 Bed, 2 Bed
Fairwinds - Desert Point offers luxurious apartment homes in a fun and active retirement community. We are very proud to be managed by Leisure Care, who leads the industry in the development and management of retirement communities that are all about Five-Star Fun. At Fairwinds - Desert Point, we...
10175 North Oracle Road, Oro Valley, AZ 85704
Studio, 1 Bed, Semi-Private
A Life of Purpose and MeaningWhen you decide to move your loved one into our warm and welcoming memory care community, you can rest easy knowing they will be surrounded by a friendly care team and given all kinds of opportunities to enjoy a life rich in purpose and meaning. Because our community...
9685 North Oracle Road, Oro Valley, AZ 85704
Studio, Semi-Private
Can it really be different? Yes. Our unique community is designed with the residents in mind, showcasing a new concept in memory care that provides an atmosphere that is inviting and comfortable for both your loved one and you. Catalina Springs Memory Care Residence feels more like you are in...
9050 East Tanque Verde Road, Tucson, AZ 85749
Studio, 1 Bed, Semi-Private
A Life Well LivedTucked in a cozy nook at the base of the beautiful Catalina Foothills, your loved one has a wonderful opportunity to enjoy all the comforts of home here in our friendly and life-giving memory care community. Whether they want to engage with their fellow neighbors in the many...
5665 E. River Rd, Tucson, AZ 85750
Studio, 1 Bed, 2 Bed
Lease by October 29 and get $1,000 off your rent for the first three months. THAT’S A SAVINGS OF $3,000!*We are continuing to admit new Residents, where possible and appropriate, to help residents and families in need. We will do all we can to help those who are in need of our services now and...
8468 East Speedway Boulevard, Tucson, AZ 85710
Studio, 1 Bed, 2 Bed, Semi-Private
Live With EnthusiasmNestled in the beautiful city of Tucson, Arizona, you will find an assisted living community that gives you more than personal care. This is a place where you can savor restaurant-style dining, spacious and private accommodations, a variety of common rooms for socializing and...
5660 N Kolb Rd, Tucson, AZ 85750
Studio, 1 Bed, Semi-Private
Tucson Placeis located in the beautiful Catalina Foothills of Tucson, Arizona, and offers personalized assisted living facilities and Alzheimer's and dementia care.Just minutes away from breathtaking Sabino Canyon, our residents enjoy a friendly environment that effortlessly draws residents...
6899 N. LaCanada Road, Tucson, AZ 85704
Studio, 1 Bed, 2 Bed
The Villas at La Canada is an affordable assisted living community and memory care provider located in northwest Tucson, Pima County, Arizona. Uniquely placed in a beautiful residential setting, The Villas at La Canada is a warm, supportive place to call home, and a wonderful place for friends...
2365 W Orange Grove Rd, Tucson, AZ 85741
Studio, 1 Bed, Semi-Private
Set to open in early 2018, Sage Desert Senior Living will offer Tucson seniors a comfortable, homelike setting in an elegant environment.If there comes a time when your mom or dad needs more help to get through their day, Sage Desert’s assisted living care services can help. In addition to the...
Nursing homes, also called skilled nursing facilities, provide long-term care for seniors with significant physical or mental health conditions, and short-term care to people recovering from an injury or hospital stay. Nursing homes provide personal assistance and medical care from licensed professionals. Services in skilled nursing facilities often include:
Nursing homes in Tucson offer a range of coordinated services that are designed to meet the physical, social, and emotional needs of seniors who have a disability or chronic illness. Nursing Home residents require 24-hour nursing care to perform activities of daily living (ADLs). In certain circumstances a nursing home may be designated as a skilled nursing facility. Tucson, AZ has a number of regulations that distinguish skilled nursing care from regular nursing care.
According to Genworth, the median monthly cost of a nursing home in Tucson is $6,600 for a semi-private room and $7,600 for a private room.
While already known for being a retirement hub, Tucson is an extremely affordable city that only beckons more people with its relatively low cost of living. The cost-of-living index and the grocery index are both rated below the national average of 100.
| Cost-of-living index | Grocery index | Median rent | Rent burden | Median home value | Median family income | Estate tax | Sales tax |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| <100 | <100 | $875 | 19.5% | $134,993 | $39,617 | No estate tax or inheritance tax | 5.6% |
There are 9 hospitals that service the greater Tucson area. The top hospitals in Tucson include:
Tucson has a hot semi-arid type of climate. This means that the city tends to experience extremely hot and dry summers while the winters tend to be more mild. On average, the humidity level for Tucson is roughly 36%. The average humidity levels are highest during the month of August at roughly 45%.
Seasonal Temperatures
| Average summer temp | Typical summer high | Typical summer low | Average winter temp | Typical winter high | Typical winter low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 87°F | 101°F (July) | 71°F (June) | 54°F | 68°F (February) | 40°F (December) |
Air Quality
| Average air quality index rating | Average maximum air quality index rating |
|---|---|
| 55.2 (Moderate) | 73 (December) |
Moderate conditions mean that those who are sensitive to particulates in the air should consider limiting the amount of time they spend on outdoor exertion.
Precipitation
| Average monthly precipitation | Average maximum monthly precipitation | Average yearly snowfall |
|---|---|---|
| 3” | 9” (July) | 0” |
2016 Presidential Election for Pima County
| Voted Democrat | Voted Republican | Voted Third Party |
|---|---|---|
| 53.3% | 39.7% | 7% |
Population Statistics
| Population city proper | Population metro | Population density |
|---|---|---|
| 545,000 | 1,001,000 | 868 people per square mile |
Age
| 55+ | 60+ | 70+ | 80+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24.6% | 10% | 5.7% | 3.6% |
Highest Level of Education
| High-school diploma | College degree | Graduate degree |
|---|---|---|
| 23.7% | 26.6% | 10.7% |
Race & Ethnicity
| Asian | Black | Hispanic | Native American | Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian | White | Two or more | Other or not specified |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.1% | 5% | 42.9% | 3.2% | 0.2% | 73.1% | 4.9% | 10.6% |
Crime
| Property crimes per 1,000 citizens | Violent crimes per 1,000 citizens |
|---|---|
| 53.9 | 8.2 |
Miscellaneous
| Have some form of disability | Do not have health insurance | Live in poverty | Widows | Veterans |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15.2% | 13.3% | 24.1% | 5.2% | 9.0% |
Tucson is considered very friendly to members of the LGBTQ+ community. This means that members of the community are accepted by the general public and can actively participate in public life without fear of bigotry
Tucson is a vibrant town rich with heavy Native American, Old Western, and Mexican influences. The city has an exciting culinary scene and is known for its Sonoran-style Mexican cuisine. The annual Tucson Gem and Mineral Show is a favorite local attraction. One of the largest gatherings of its kind, it is only one part of the larger Gem, Mineral, Bead, and Fossil Showcase that takes place over two months. For the active senior, the Arizona-Sonora Desert provides tons of options for hiking, bird watching, and other exciting outdoor activities.
What are the top rated nursing homes near Tucson, Arizona?
The Gardens at Blenman Elm, La Sonora at Dove Mountain and Prestige Assisted Living at Green Valley are the top rated nursing homes near Tucson, Arizona. See full list of communities.
How many nursing homes are there near Tucson, Arizona?
There are 32 nursing homes near Tucson, Arizona. See the full list.
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