Independent Living in Tucson, AZ
Tucson has 9 independent living, life plan and 55+ communities on Lilisity. 6 also hold a state license for assisted living or other care. The other 3 come from public records, because independent living is usually not licensed by the state. Lilisity publishes no score or ranking for these communities.
All 9 in Tucson
Listed with state-licensed communities first, then by name. Being listed is not a rating.
| Community | Type | Size |
|---|---|---|
| Amber Lightsstate licensed6231 North Montebella Road | Independent Living, Assisted Living | 120 residents |
| Atria Campana Del Riostate licensed1550 and 1580 East River Road | Independent Living, Assisted Living | 100 residents |
| Brookdale Santa Catalina (Independent Living and Assisted Living and Continuing Care)state licensed7500 North Calle Sin Envidia | Independent Living, Assisted Living, Continuing Care | 155 residents |
| Hacienda at the Canyonstate licensed3900 North Sabino Canyon Road | Independent Living, Assisted Living | 108 residents |
| Hacienda at the Riverstate licensed2720 East River Road | Independent Living, Assisted Living | 84 residents |
| Villa Hermosastate licensed6300 East Speedway Boulevard | Independent Living, Assisted Living | 135 residents |
| Atria Bell Court Gardens6653 East Carondelet Drive | Independent living | — |
| Atria Valley Manor5549 East Lee Street | Independent living | — |
| The Fountains at La Cholla2001 West Rudasill Road | Independent living | — |
There are also 15 income-restricted senior apartment buildings in Tucson, where rent is set by income. They are listed on the Pima County page.
What the types mean
Independent living. Apartments or cottages for older adults who live on their own. Meals, activities, housekeeping and transport are often included or offered. Personal care is not part of it.
Life plan community. A campus with independent living plus assisted living, memory care or nursing care, usually with an entry fee and a contract that covers care later.
55+ apartments. Rental or co-op apartments for people 55 or 62 and over, with no care services.
Income-restricted senior apartments. Apartments for older adults with rent set by income, through HUD, USDA or tax-credit programs. There are income limits and often a wait list.
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