Best Skilled Nursing in Tucson, Arizona
26 communities found
Tucson has 25 skilled nursing communities in this directory, all residential in setting, with an average family rating of 3.9 drawn from 3,809 reviews read across all 25. Among the 21 communities with a Medicare.gov quality rating, the average is 3.1 stars, with 3 rated five stars, 9 rated four stars or better, and 2 rated one star. Nearly all offer 24-hour staff and medication management, and most residences are large, with 19 of 21 known communities falling into that size category.
- 26communities
- 3.9average rating, 26 rated
- 3,884family reviews read
- 0small homes, 10 or fewer
Tucson Medical Home Health (TMHH)
Tucson, Arizona
4.9(88)
Medicare home health · 4.5★
Casas Adobes Assisted Living
Tucson, Arizona
5(12)
Assisted LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Copper Canyon Memory Care
Tucson, Arizona
4.6(38)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
Villa Hermosa
Tucson, Arizona
4.4(75)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingRespite / Short-Term Care+1 more
Santa Rosa Care Center
Tucson, Arizona
4.2(107)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Villa Maria Health & Recovery
Tucson, Arizona
4.2(73)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Arizona State Veteran Home-Tucson
Tucson, Arizona
4.2(20)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Haven Health Saguaro Valley
Tucson, Arizona
4.1(188)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
La Cañada Care Center
Tucson, Arizona
4.1(279)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Handmaker Jewish Services For Aging
Tucson, Arizona
4(139)
Assisted LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Mountain View Care Center
Tucson, Arizona
4(198)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Casas Adobes Post Acute Rehabilitation Center
Tucson, Arizona
4(254)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated skilled nursing in Tucson
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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Tucson Medical Home Health (TMHH)
4.9 (88 reviews)· Home Health, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Families and patients praise specific nurses and therapists by name for skilled, compassionate care during recovery from major injuries, surgeries, and wounds.
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5 (12 reviews)· Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Families describe a small, home-like setting with homemade meals, cleanliness, and attentive communication, including help coordinating hospice and medical care.
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4.6 (38 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Copper Canyon Memory Care holds a 4.6 rating from 38 Google reviews, though no written review excerpts or amenity details were provided.
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4.4 (75 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Respite / Short-Term Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Villa Hermosa is rated 4.4 out of 5 based on 74 Google reviews, indicating generally positive family experiences, though no detailed review text is available to describe specific strengths or concerns.
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4.2 (107 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 144 units
Reviewers praise Santa Rosa Care Center for compassionate, attentive staff, strong communication, and a clean, well-run environment throughout the care process.
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4.2 (73 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 83 units
Reviewers often praise staff compassion, especially in the addiction recovery program, though one report described serious hygiene lapses and discharge assistance refusal.
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Arizona State Veteran Home-Tucson
4.2 (20 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 120 units
Reviewers praise attentive staff and skilled rehabilitation for veterans, though some raised concerns about medication timeliness, a fall injury, and cleanliness.
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4.1 (188 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 112 units
Families consistently praise the rehabilitation therapy team and named nursing and CNA staff for a clean, attentive post-acute recovery experience.
- 9
4.1 (279 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 128 units
Reviewers are split: many praise nursing, therapy, and activities, while others describe lapses in hygiene, medication handling, and weekend staffing.
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Handmaker Jewish Services For Aging
4 (139 reviews)· Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 94 units
Reviewers describe a caring, clean facility with attentive nursing and therapy staff, though some reported gaps in communication and therapy continuity.
What families say about skilled nursing in Tucson
Counted across the review summaries of 26 Tucson communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Families most often point to caring, attentive staff, a theme showing up in 92% of the 25 communities reviewed, and to the quality of medical and nursing care, noted in 72%. Building and grounds draw praise in 52% of communities, cleanliness in 44%, and food and dining in 36%. On the concern side, communication with families comes up in 52% of communities, staff attitude in 44%, cost and billing in 36%, and medical and nursing care itself in 32%, showing that even praised categories carry some complaints.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 88%
- Medical and nursing care 69%
- Building and grounds 50%
- Cleanliness 42%
- Food and dining 35%
Concerns raised
- Communication with families 54%
- Staff attitude 42%
- Cost and billing 38%
- Medical and nursing care 31%
“Everyone was people and pet friendly. The facility was definitely designed for those who need assisted living. It is also a very nice mix or people who chose independent living. The staff made it easy to want to choose Villa Hermosa.”
“Memory care decisions are not easy for loved ones. April and her team care so deeply for each resident they are trusted with. There is seamless communication with every provider that supports residents care in this building.”
“Alyssa L CNA is the best pleasure to talk to great bedside manner stops and listens to what you have to say overall a good person for star five stars would give 10 but that’s not an option”
Skilled Nursing in Tucson: the figures
- •Of the 21 with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 2 have 11 to 60, and 19 have more than 60.
- •21 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 2.9 out of 5: 6 rated four stars or better, 1 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: 24-hour staff (26), medication management (25), emergency call system (25), housekeeping (24), wheelchair accessible (24), gathering / activity spaces (23).
How families pay for skilled nursing in Arizona
Most families in Arizona pay for assisted living, memory care and independent living with private funds, often drawing on savings, retirement income and the proceeds from selling a home. Long-term care insurance, when a parent or spouse purchased a policy years ago, can also help cover the monthly cost, though the amount and terms vary by policy. Veterans and surviving spouses who meet the eligibility rules may qualify for VA Aid and Attendance, a benefit that adds a monthly payment on top of a standard VA pension and can be applied toward the cost of care.
The full picture for the state: Skilled Nursing in Arizona.
Skilled Nursing near Tucson
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuscon5.7 mi | 11 | 4.5 / 5 | 5.7 mi |
| Oro Valley10.4 mi | 14 | 4.4 / 5 | 10.4 mi |
| Sahuarita22.6 mi | 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 22.6 mi |
| Green Valley28.2 mi | 25 | 4.6 / 5 | 28.2 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on October 23, 2026 from the 26 communities listed in Tucson, 3,884 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change; the written summary was last revised September 25, 2026.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Tucson ask about.
- Home Care in Arizona: Agencies, Medicare Home Health Ratings, and What It Costs
- Nursing Home vs. Assisted Living: Which Level of Care Does Your Loved One Actually Need?
- What to Expect from Daily Life in a Skilled Nursing Home?
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Skilled Nursing in Tucson: Common Questions
How many skilled nursing long term care communities are in Tucson, Arizona?
MyLivingChoice lists 26 skilled nursing long term care communities in Tucson, Arizona, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which skilled nursing long term care communities in Tucson are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Casas Adobes Assisted Living (5★, 12 ratings), Tucson Medical Home Health (TMHH) (4.9★, 88 ratings), Copper Canyon Memory Care (4.6★, 38 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Tucson?
Beyond skilled nursing long term care, Tucson has assisted living (149 communities), memory care (26 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (26 communities), home health (24 communities), independent living (21 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate skilled nursing long term care in Tucson?
Families rate Tucson skilled nursing long term care communities 3.9 out of 5 on average, across 3,884 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Tucson skilled nursing long term care communities?
Across the review summaries of 26 Tucson communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 88%), medical and nursing care (mentioned for 69%), building and grounds (mentioned for 50%). The most common concerns are communication with families (54%), staff attitude (42%), cost and billing (38%).
Are there small skilled nursing long term care homes in Tucson?
Of the 21 Tucson communities with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 2 have 11 to 60, and 19 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.
How do Tucson nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
21 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Tucson carry an overall star rating, averaging 2.9 out of 5. 6 are rated four stars or better and 1 is rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.
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