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10 Best Nursing Homes in South Tucson, AZ
If you’re considering moving your loved one into a South Tucson nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in South Tucson, AZ may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.
We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in South Tucson or another care type is right for you. Browse 109 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in South Tucson.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Blenman-Elm, Catalina Vista and North Dodge.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Marana, Nelson and Tucson.
Nursing Homes Facilities near South Tucson, AZ
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My brother spent the last month of his life at Plum Tree House (one of the Groves 6 houses), and for all of our family, it was by far the most positive experience of the last 6 months of his illness. The...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Pima Street Homes is an assisted living community located in Tucson, Arizona, in Pima County and home to over 520,000 people. Tucson is a beautiful city known for its bustling business community, sporting events, great shopping and fine dining. Residents will enjoy shopping with friends, going to...
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The staff is extremely caring and always made the time to care for the patient needs. The facility is a little older but the care that was provided, well made up for it. The therapy department is wonderful...
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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This is a smaller community and the staff are great. The food is good and if you get there early enough they have a good variety of choices. They offer several card games such as poker, bridge and pinochle....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome to extraordinary, full-service living with peace of mind for the best years of your life - at The Fountains at La Cholla. Arizona's award-winning, full-service community just keeps getting better. The Fountains at La Cholla offers extraordinary full-service living on a rental basis in...
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I liked that this community advised that they would accept medicaid if my loved one ever needs to use it. The staff and the residents look happy. They only things she was not happy with was that she only...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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I read the two reviews and those reviews are outdated and don't reflect the Amber Lights my parents are in currently. Yes, it can be a little shocking when you see the cost of this senior living community...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Located in beautiful northwest Tucson, Amber Lights offers both independent and assisted living within a resort-style setting. Our 120 residences offer magnificent views of the Catalina Mountains, Tucson Mountains, and the city lights of downtown.Carefree, enjoyable living is what you’ll find at...
Provides: Nursing Homes
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
The Marshall Home For Men is an assisted living community for men in Tuscon, Arizona. We are conveniently located for easy visitor access and our secure grounds make a terrific place to enjoy company on a cool Arizona night. The dedicated staff at Marshall Home For Men are always ready to welcome...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
At SunBridge Park Villa Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, we are dedicated to delivering individual service to every person entrusted to our care. Our state-of-the-art 200-bed facility provides skilled nursing and rehabilitation therapy to adults of all ages who need short- or long-term care....
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Spring Street Homes provides seniors with an assisted living community in the midst of the great city of Tucson, Pima County, Arizona. Both residents and guests of the city will enjoy checking out the Reid Park Zoo, the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, and the Tucson Botanical Gardens. This city has...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Cost of nursing homes in South Tucson, AZ
The average cost of senior living in South Tucson is $4,413 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sahuarita, AZ with an average of $4,320 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in South Tucson, AZ vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in South Tucson, AZ vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in South Tucson vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in South Tucson, AZ by room type
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Average cost of Nursing Homes in South Tucson over time
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What families are saying about nursing homes in South Tucson
Recent reviews for nursing homes in South Tucson
Brookdale East Tucson
5.0
I am very pleased with the care my family member is receiving at Brookdale East Tucson. Most importantly, my loved one really loves residing at Brookdale.
The staff is kind, caring and provides continuity of care. Medication is provided at the same time daily. Meals are delicious and a daily ...
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Bee Hive Homes Of Green Valley
5.0
My family has been nothing but happy with the the Beehive home. our Mom loves the staff, especially Babs the house manager. They always go the extra mile to ensure her comfort and needs are met.
The Ranch Estates of Tucson
4.3
They have NP's for primary cares that do house visits as well as any other medical services such as X Ray, and Blood draws, they have transportation to appointments and shopping. Super clean facility. I do think that they need to buy better food that is of higher quality. Also, have more ...
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South Tucson nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Tucson nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Tucson, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in South Tucson nursing homes
Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in South Tucson that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
50%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
29%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
91.9%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
91.9%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
41.9%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
19.4%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
91.9%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
35.5%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
43.5%
18.6%
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Availability of select dementia care services in South Tucson nursing homes
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of South Tucson Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
45.2%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
30.6%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
41.9%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in South Tucson nursing homes
Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of South Tucson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
8.1%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.3%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
32.3%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30.6%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in South Tucson nursing homes
Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of South Tucson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
24.2%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
24.2%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
19.4%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.4%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Tucson nursing homes
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in South Tucson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
35.5%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.1%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.9%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
32.3%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40.3%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
32.3%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
29%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.4%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.7%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
38.7%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
19.4%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.1%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.7%
0.4%
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Arroyo Gardens, Sierra del Sol and Woodland Palms Memory Care Community are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near South Tucson, Arizona. See full list of communities.
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