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Pura Vida Assisted Living

3250 West Sumter Drive

4.5(8 ratings)· Tucson average: 4.2

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Quick Facts

Total units
10
Licensed capacity
10 residents

Arizona DHS

Community size
Licensed for up to 10 residents

What Families Think

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Most families describe Pura Vida as a small, home-like assisted living community where staff treated residents and their families warmly, with praise for cleanliness, food, and communication. However, one family reported a serious and troubling experience involving their mother's care shortly after move-in.

What reviewers praise

  • Staff described as compassionate and treated families like family
  • Praised for cleanliness and well-maintained home environment
  • Fresh, home-cooked meals mentioned by multiple reviewers
  • Strong communication with families during resident's stay
  • Beautiful outdoor patio and cozy atmosphere

What reviewers flag

  • One report alleged mother was sedated and passed shortly after move-in
  • No published pricing information available

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Pura Vida Assisted Living is a senior living community in Tucson, Arizona offering Assisted Living. Amenities include Outdoor Patio, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 8 reviews.

About Pura Vida Assisted Living

Pura Vida Assisted Living is a residential community in Tucson, Arizona, licensed for up to 10 residents. The home offers 24-hour staff, medication management, dietary accommodations, housekeeping, an emergency call system, and social activities in gathering spaces. An outdoor patio is available for residents.

Reviewers consistently praised the cleanliness and maintenance of the facility, the quality of fresh-cooked meals, and the compassionate approach of staff members. Multiple families noted that staff communicated regularly and treated residents and their families with care and respect. One reviewer wrote, "they kept me informed at all times." The home provides a comfortable, family-like environment with accessible amenities for residents with varying mobility needs.

Reviews are largely positive, though one family expressed serious concerns about medication administration and the timing of a resident's decline following admission. Most reviewers emphasized feeling grateful for the level of care their loved ones received during their stays.

Types of Care at Pura Vida Assisted Living

Assisted Living

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Emergency Call System
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Meals & Dining

  • Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Medication Management
  • Outdoor Patio

Activities

  • Social Activities

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Reviews of Pura Vida Assisted Living

4.5overall · 8 ratings combined

4.5★ on Google (8)

Kristi Yanez

Dec 2024

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Pura Vida staff provided excellent care for my mom during her 9 month stay. The level of care and concern were amazing to me and not just for my mom but our whole family. Communication was excellent. They kept me informed at all times. The facility is beautiful and well maintained. I am forever grateful.

Julie Gerardi

Oct 2024

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My father was only at Pura Vida Assisted Living Home for about five weeks before he passed. I was impressed with the fresh cooked meals, cleanliness, staff professionalism, and the organization of the home. The compassion the staff showed toward my father and the care he received was phenomenal. Even though he was only there a short time, I felt like he was treated as family. I also felt like I was treated as family. I will be forever grateful . Thank you.

Jim Bell

Jul 2023

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I was terribly sad and disappointed with Pura Vida. On the surface, Pura Vida appeared to be different, more caring than the other facilities. We joyfully placed Mom there with hopes of her rehabilitation from a recent hospital stay. Instead, they quickly administered medication to sedate her and she passed shortly after her move-in date.

Terri Steinberg

Nov 2022

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My sister & i picked Pura Vida for how clean & beautiful it is. Our mom was a resident at Pura Vida for over two months. She received amazing care from the awesome people who work at Pura Vida.

Sara Gromley

Feb 2021

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Pura Vida treated us like family and took excellent care of my Nana. They have a very clean and cozy home environment with great food, a beautiful outdoor patio and compassionate dedicated staff. I will be forever grateful to these wonderful folks who made my Nana feel safe and comfortable.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Pura Vida Assisted Living offer?

Pura Vida Assisted Living offers Assisted Living.

How much does Pura Vida Assisted Living cost?

Pura Vida Assisted Living has not published its pricing. For context, communities in Tucson that publish rates start around $3,300 per month at the median. Final costs depend on care needs and apartment selection, so contact the community for a quote.

Where is Pura Vida Assisted Living located?

Pura Vida Assisted Living is located at 3250 West Sumter Drive in Tucson, Arizona.

What do families say about Pura Vida Assisted Living?

Pura Vida Assisted Living carries a 4.5 out of 5 rating from 8 Google reviews. Most families describe Pura Vida as a small, home-like assisted living community where staff treated residents and their families warmly, with praise for cleanliness, food, and communication. Reviews on MyLivingChoice come from families who confirmed a connection to the community and appear with the reviewer's first name and last initial.

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