If you’re looking for independent living in the Tucson area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Tucson. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 72 independent living facilities in Tucson, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Independent Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Eastside, Casas Adobes and Bear Canyon.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Amado, Benson or Catalina.
Independent Living
After 83 years we decided to move Mom across country from Boston into an assisted living facility. It was extremely scary and could have gone real bad. We took a tour of 4 facilities during the height of COVID, Sunrise at River took the necessary precautions needed but made you feel very comfortable and we just received great vibes after the tour. It was obvious that we were going to choose Sunrise at River. Mom entered the Memory Care Unit over a year ago, we have never seen her so Happy in a very long time. The staff is great, they truly care and they take an interest in all the residences, even past experiences before they were residents. The Director of Sunrise is very knowledgeable and has had a great background in working with assisted living facilities, you notice that upon entering Sunrise, they are like a big family! So Happy we chose Sunrise at River, Tucson Arizona.
Read moreThe staff that I have met are very happy, friendly, and professional. This has been a good community for my friend. There are lots of activities for the residents to choose from. I would recommend Foothills Place to others, and already have to friends. Some of the activities available include movie night, games, cards, exercise classes, and more for the residents to engage with.
Read moreThe recent change was rough at first but settling in. They still have a few kinks to work out. They are actively working at those. My loved one enjoys the food. The offer a variety of activities. They do don't try to actively recruit the residents into participating in those activities. That could need addressed. After a rough transitional period in the beginning, she settling in much better now.
Read more1550 East River Road, Tucson, AZ 85718
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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....
... Read moreWe chose Atria because it was a little less expensive and also they are pet friendly and that was a big thing for my brother....
6653 East Carondelet Drive, Tucson, AZ 85710
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At Atria Bell Court Gardens, you'll enjoy resort-style living surrounded by three glorious mountain ranges. Located in the magnificently restored historic Belin Mansion in Tucson, Atria Bell Court Gardens offers the convenience of senior living services provided by a professional and caring staff...
... Read moreMy loved one is happy here. It has been a very good experience for us. The food is very good and my loved one enjoys it. T...
3701 N Swan Rd, Tucson, AZ 85718
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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...
... Read moreThe staff that I have met are very happy, friendly, and professional. This has been a good community for my friend. There a...
400 S. Broadway Place, Tucson, AZ 85710
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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...
... Read moreI toured Broadway Proper and the guide was marvelous, she did everything right! I chose another community because the residen...
8700 N La Cholla Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85742
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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...
... Read moreWorking in the industry gives me the opportunity to visit more communities that most. Country Club at La Cholla is truly a o...
4975 North 1st Avenue, Tucson, AZ 85718
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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...
... Read moreAfter 83 years we decided to move Mom across country from Boston into an assisted living facility. It was extremely scary a...
201 N Jessica Ave, Tucson, AZ 85710
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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...
... Read moreThe tour we had with Cascades was wonderful, there was nothing negative to say. The only reason we did not choose this facili...
8151 East Speedway Boulevard, Tucson, AZ 85710
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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...
... Read moreWe love it here. We chose Sierra Del Sol because of the cleanliness of the facility and the friendliness of the staff members...
7500 North Calle Sin Envidia, Tucson, AZ 85718
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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...
... Read moreWe chose Brookdale because of the location as well as the facility was newer and had the amenities he was looking for. The ap...
30 West Lambert Lane, Oro Valley, AZ 85737
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Unique to Independent Living Communities, Desert Springs has on-site Managers 24/7, emergency call systems in every apartment and emergency pendant (optional with small annual fee).
... Read moreVisited Desert Springs in Oro valley to inquire about a place for my mom. Met [name removed] who greeted me and showed me aro...
5549 East Lee Street, Tucson, AZ 85712
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At Atria Valley Manor, you'll enjoy a family-like atmosphere on five beautifully landscaped acres. Our residents enjoy a unique and flavorful variety of activities, including culinary exhibitions, walking and exercise clubs, educational seminars, various arts and cinema inspired events, and...
... Read moreI like living here because it's all on one level. It's not a high rise building, so everything is accessible. It's not an e...
2650 West Ina Road, Tucson, AZ 85741
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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...
... Read more5901 N La Cholla Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85741
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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...
... Read moreThis community was far away from where I live and I wanted the community to be closer to me. This was also a smaller communit...
5665 E River Rd, Tucson, AZ 85750
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Inspirations of River Centre, providing Assisted Living to the Tucson area.
... Read more8468 East Speedway Boulevard, Tucson, AZ 85710
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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...
... Read moreThe key is that the staff are caring and compassionate. The community is kept very neat and clean and they have lots of acti...
8111 E. Broadway, Tucson, AZ 85710
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We had a wonderful tour with Fellowship Square, the staff were all so friendly and helpful. Unfortunately we were looking for...
6899 N. LaCanada Road, Tucson, AZ 85704
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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...
... Read moreMy husband needed memory care placement from hospitalization. I was referred to multiple facilities, when I visited Park Sen...
2365 W Orange Grove Rd, Tucson, AZ 85741
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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...
... Read moreI really really liked The Ranch Estates. They tried to talk to us into putting mom into assisted living rather than memory ca...
5660 N Kolb Rd, Tucson, AZ 85750
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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...
... Read more5666 E. Hampton, Tucson, AZ 85712
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The Lakes is an exclusive 55+ adult, senior housing community in sunny Tucson, Pima County, AZ. Tucson is located on the Sonoran desert, and is surrounded by multiple mountain ranges like the Santa Catalina Mountains to the north. It also sits on the Santa Cruz River, a dry river bed most of the...
... Read moreThe average cost of senior living in Tucson is $3,011 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Marana, AZ with an average of $3,175 per month.
Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.
In Tucson, AZ, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:
In Tucson, AZ, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:
Tucson’s Regional Transit Authority provides multiple bus, van, and commuter shuttle transportation services throughout Tucson and the surrounding area, with options including Sun Shuttle and Sun Van. Various programs, including services for people with disabilities, offer different transportation options that often require advanced notice. Public transportation in the area often has reduced fares or rates for older adults and lower-income riders.
Tucson offers several health care providers for seniors wanting to be proactive about their health or for seniors seeking treatment for chronic conditions. The area has several highly regarded hospitals, including Tucson Medical Center, Saint Mary's Hospital, and Saint Joseph's Hospital.
Tucson is a vibrant town rich with Native American, Old Western, and Mexican cultural 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 just one part of the Gem, Mineral, Bead, & Fossil Showcase that takes place over two months. The Arizona-Sonora Desert, meanwhile, provides tons of options for hiking, bird-watching, and other exciting outdoor activities for the active senior.
Independent living offers a stress-free lifestyle for older adults. Independent living communities don’t provide personal care or supervision, but do offer generally healthy adults opportunities for socialization and hassle-free living. Independent living services often include:
Independent living communities are also known as retirement communities in Tucson, AZ. These 55+ communities in Tucson offer a wide range of services to seniors who desire to live independently among their peers.
In arizona, the median monthly cost of an independent living facility is $2,300.
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.
Desert Cove Country Club, The Gardens at Blenman Elm and Mountain Trace Terrace are the top rated independent living facilities near Tucson, Arizona. See full list of communities.
There are 72 independent living facilities near Tucson, Arizona. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Tucson, Arizona are Atria Campana Del Rio, and Atria Bell Court Gardens. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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