Assisted Living Home in Tucson, AZ
The Gardens at San Carlos – 4553 E San Carlos Pl S, Tucson, AZ 85712
At The Gardens at San Carlos, we provide warm, personalized assisted living and early-stage memory care in Tucson. It is an intimate 10-resident home at 4553 E San Carlos Pl S, Tucson, AZ. Unlike large assisted living facilities, our locally owned residence offers private bedrooms, private bathrooms, attentive caregivers, and calm daily routines. Families choose us because their loved one is known personally, not treated like a room number. Schedule a tour today or request our pricing and brochure to learn whether our home is the right fit.
A Residential Setting That Truly Feels Like Home
Moving into assisted living can feel overwhelming, especially after a hospital stay, health change, fall, or period of caregiver exhaustion. Many families want additional support for a parent or spouse, but they do not want a busy, institutional environment with crowded hallways and constantly changing faces.
Our single-story residential home offers a quieter alternative. With only 10 residents, daily life feels familiar and predictable, helping residents build confidence in their surroundings while developing genuine relationships with the caregivers who support them.
Personal Care Built Around Real Relationships
Our approach begins with learning who each resident is beyond their care needs. We take time to understand personal histories, routines, preferred meals, favorite activities, communication styles, and the small details that help someone feel safe and comfortable.
Angela Keuhn and our caregiving team believe strong relationships are essential to quality senior care. Because our home is intentionally small, we can notice changes, respond thoughtfully, and provide support without making residents feel hurried through their day.
Schedule a Tour
Choose a day and time that works for you, and our team will be happy to show you around The Gardens.
Private Bedrooms With Private Bathrooms
Every resident has a private bedroom and private bathroom, providing personal space, dignity, and comfort. Families may bring familiar furniture, photographs, decorations, and meaningful belongings to help create a room that feels recognizable from the beginning.
Private accommodations also allow residents to rest, receive visitors, or enjoy quiet time when they choose. Shared living and dining spaces remain nearby, making it easy to participate in meals, activities, and conversation without sacrificing privacy, as shown in our photo gallery.
A High Staff-to-Resident Ratio
During the day, we maintain a staff-to-resident ratio of one caregiver for every five residents. This allows our team to spend meaningful time with each person while providing attentive assistance with daily routines, meals, mobility, medication, and personal care.
A higher level of caregiver availability also supports careful observation. Our team can recognize subtle changes in mood, appetite, movement, sleep, or behavior and communicate those concerns directly to leadership and family members.
Assisted Living and Early-Stage Memory Care Services
We provide daily support based on each resident’s individual abilities, preferences, and care plan. Our goal is to encourage independence where possible while stepping in with patient assistance whenever a task becomes difficult, tiring, confusing, or unsafe.
Our services include:
Clear, Predictable Pricing
Monthly rates begin at $5,500 and may range up to $6,750 depending on the level of care required. We discuss the resident’s needs, room, and anticipated services before move-in so families can understand the expected monthly cost.
Our pricing is designed to be transparent, with no hidden fees added without explanation. We believe families should be able to evaluate care based on clear information rather than vague estimates or confusing lists of unexpected charges.
Locally Owned and Operated Since 2019
Local ownership creates a level of accountability that can be difficult to find in large corporate communities. Families can speak directly with our leadership instead of navigating layers of regional managers, automated systems, or unfamiliar call-center representatives.
Since 2019, our focus has remained on building a peaceful home where residents are treated with dignity and families feel welcome. Our family testimonials reflect the trust created through responsive communication, consistent caregivers, and personal attention, which families have shared in their own words on our reviews page.
Serving Families Throughout the Tucson Area
Our residential home welcomes families from Tucson, Oro Valley, Catalina Foothills, Sahuarita, Green Valley, Vail, Marana, Tanque Verde, and surrounding East and Southeast neighborhoods. Many families find that the personal environment is worth considering even when they live outside the immediate area.
Visitors are always welcome and encouraged. We believe ongoing family involvement helps residents remain connected, supported, and engaged while giving loved ones confidence in the care and environment they experience each day.
What to Expect When You Contact Our Team
Choosing care is a major family decision, so we keep the process clear and personal. You can begin by calling, texting, or completing our online form to tell us about your loved one’s current needs and the circumstances leading to your search, especially if you’ve recently noticed signs that a parent needs more support.
Our process typically includes:
Frequently Asked Questions
Monthly rates start at $5,500 and may range up to $6,750 based on the level of care needed. We provide clear pricing and discuss expected costs before a family makes a placement decision.
Yes. Every resident has a private bedroom with a private bathroom. Families may personalize the room with familiar furniture, photographs, decorations, and other belongings that help it feel comfortable.
Yes. We provide early-stage memory care within the same calm, 10-resident home. Our consistent routines, familiar caregivers, and uncomplicated residential layout support a more personal approach to memory-related needs.
Yes. Visitors are always welcome, and we encourage loved ones to remain involved in each resident’s life. Families can spend time together in private rooms or comfortable shared areas.
Timing depends on availability, the care assessment, required documentation, and the family’s readiness. Our team works closely with families to make the move-in process organized, supportive, and as comfortable as possible. Families are welcome to get in touch with our team to begin the conversation.
Schedule a Tour of The Gardens at San Carlos
The right assisted living home should provide more than supervision. It should offer privacy, familiarity, meaningful relationships, and confidence that your loved one is receiving attentive care from people who genuinely know them. At The Gardens at San Carlos, our 10-resident setting combines private accommodations, a 1:5 daytime staffing ratio, local leadership, and personalized support in a peaceful residential environment. Schedule a tour today, or request our pricing and brochure to take the next step with clear, helpful information.