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Just northwest of Tucson, Marana is one of Arizona’s fastest-growing communities, home to nearly 52,000 residents. Over 21% of the population is seniors aged 65 and older — no surprise, as it’s one of the best cities for a healthy and affordable retirement. From top health care facilities to abundant recreation and long-term care options, Marana has plenty to offer seniors as they age.
Assisted living is a great choice for aging adults who need a bit of daily assistance but want to maintain a sense of independence. At an assisted living facility, trained caregivers offer help with day-to-day tasks and personal care services, along with housekeeping, meal preparation and social programming. In Marana, the average cost of care at these communities is $4,050 per month, which is $450 less expensive than the average American city.
This guide provides information for seniors considering moving to an assisted living facility in Marana. It outlines the cost of assisted living care, comparing it to other cities across the state, and options for financial assistance. It also features some of the benefits and drawbacks of retiring to Marana and some of the local support services available.
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5644 N. Via Latigo, Tucson, AZ 85704
3.3
(3 reviews)
"Upon touring this assisted living facility, we pulled up into a custom home site. The view from pulling up on the site was gorgeous. You can see the best view of the Catalina mountains as well as pretty sunsets. In this home, there were ten privat..."
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2221 N Rosemont Boulevard, Tucson, AZ 85712
3.2
(20 reviews)
"It's a wonderful place to recover. The bathroom is close to the bedrooms and nursing staff are more than willing to help you to and from your room. The food is delicious and plentiful. The staff is friendly and helpful, kind and caring. ..."
READ MORE9980 N. Shannon Rd., Tucson, AZ 85742
3.0
(2 reviews)
"I moved my mother to Mom and Dad Place. The place she was at before had abused her, so I had to find her a place real quick. They nursed her back and she's doing really good. She's more alert now. The staff is very nice, very loving, and very accommo..."
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6414 East Calle Cappela, Tucson, AZ 85710
3.0
(1 reviews)
"This facility is actually three privately owned homes with 10 residents each. They have private and semi private bedooms with shared bathrooms. All are handicapped equipped and have emergency lights. The houses are fairly large as are the rooms. The..."
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3965 West Massingale Road, Tucson, AZ 85741
3.0
(1 reviews)
"I've been in Holy Trinity Assisted Living for four months now, and my experience is not too good. They treat us well, but I have reservations about the food. There's nothing to brag about it. They have a capacity of 10. I have a private room with a b..."
READ MORE5324 EAST 1ST STREET, Tucson, AZ 85711
3.0
(7 reviews)
"I toured Catalina Village Assisted Living. The feel was a very homey atmosphere. It was a very welcoming setting and it just felt like a very natural transition. The staff member was definitely very accommodating. She was very informative about the..."
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2441 North Placita Lydia, Tucson, AZ 85749
3.0
(1 reviews)
"The Mesquite House has a turnover problem. The meals were alright, but there are no grounds to walk on. The rooms are adequate but are not that nice. ..."
READ MORE6441 East Eli Drive, Tucson, AZ 85710
3.0
(1 reviews)
"This a nice private home. The home and grounds are well maintained. They have a large enclosed backyard with flowers and plants. They have a large patio,gazebo, and bbq area. They have 5 residents. The rooms are private and semi-private. They are a..."
READ MORE1436 West Liddell Drive, Tucson, AZ 85704
3.0
(2 reviews)
"Villa Liddell is very clean and well-organized. They have really nice caregivers. The food is homemade, good, and nutritious. My parents enjoy painting, reminiscing hour, and chair exercises. My parents have their own bedroom with a bathroom, and it'..."
READ MORE502 South Magnolia Avenue, Tucson, AZ 85711
2.6
(3 reviews)
"I have a family member here. No, it may not be fancy, but I'll take care over fancy any day. Francis is lovely, her whole family are great, the food is home cooked vs. frozen stuff and the families of those who are there are friends and look out fo..."
READ MORE4540 W Camino De Cielo, Tucson, AZ 85745
2.5
(2 reviews)
"This a facility that has four locations throughout Tuscon. Two are 10 residents, one 8, and one 5. They are family owned and operated. They have been in business 18 years. The home visited is very nice and well maintained. It sits on a hill with bea..."
READ MORE6211 NORTH LA CHOLLA BOULEVARD, Tucson, AZ 85741
2.5
(16 reviews)
"I am staying at the Life Care Center of Tucson. They're really warm and very helpful. They're there for you in anything. They anticipate what you need before you need it. There's a fantastic staff here. The only activities I do right now are physical..."
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5001 S Cassia Way, Tucson, AZ 85706
2.3
(3 reviews)
"The rooms are very nice and the staff are very nice as well. I would recommend this place. It does depend on what your looking for though, I love this place because they take great care of my mother and are a nice small facility who show they care...."
READ MORE6725 North Amahl Drive, Mesa, AZ 85704
2.0
(1 reviews)
"They have a house with 6 residents. They have all three levels of care. All the residents' rooms are private rooms with baths, and they're good-sized rooms. They're all set up for handicapped residents. There's a patio for the residents where they c..."
READ MORE1438 W San Lucas Drive, Tucson, AZ 85704
1.5
(2 reviews)
"Let's see, the girls don't show up and no one calls to let you know that no one is coming. They said we'll send someone at 10. No one came. Then they said 1:00 no one came. There are elderly who are depending on these people, some have meds the..."
READ MORE1164 W Oleta Dr, Tucson, AZ 85704
1.0
(1 reviews)
"Mary & Pete's Assisted Living was the worst place in the world. My mother was there. It's a nightmare. I had to have an ombudsman to get her out of there. We were applying for ALTECS, and she got refused, so they made us pay $800 for the past month t..."
READ MORE10949 E Broadway Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85748
"La Hacienda ALH is an assisted living community in the Houghton area of Tucson, AZ. Seniors have access to a plethora of big-city convenienc..."
READ MORE5112 E 8th St, Tucson, AZ 85711
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Arizona Department of Health Services Pu..."
READ MORE5527 E Hawthorne St, Tucson, AZ 85711
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Arizona Department of Health Services Pu..."
READ MORE1270 W Emerine Dr, Tucson, AZ 85704
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Arizona Department of Health Services Pu..."
READ MOREServices in the Phoenix area are similarly priced at an average of $3,975 per month. Yuma is even less expensive at $3,800. Seniors in the Sierra Vista area can expect to pay slightly more for assisted living at rates of $4,150 per month; however, it’s still much less expensive than Flagstaff — the state’s most expensive option at $5,000.
Marana
$4,050
Arizona
$4,000
United States
$4,500
Phoenix
$3,975
Yuma
$3,800
Sierra Vista
$4,150
Flagstaff
$5,000
As reported in the Genworth 2021 Cost of Care Survey, the average cost of assisted living in the Marana area is $4,050 per month, which is only slightly higher than the statewide median of $4,000. Care in Marana is $450 more affordable than the U.S. national average.
There are three programs that can help low-income seniors in Marana pay for assisted living, including Arizona Non-Medical, Home and Community Based Services, Supplemental Security Income and Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System, which is Arizona’s Medicaid program.Â
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Arizona page
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Arizona page.
Seniors in Marana have several care options to choose from, depending on their needs and preferences. At $2,058 per month, adult day health care is the most affordable option and ideal for those who don’t need full-time supervision. Seniors who wish to age in place may opt for in-home care or home health care, which cost $5,434 and $5,482, respectively. Nursing homes, which provide the most comprehensive level of care, cost $6,601 per month for a semiprivate room.
In-Home Care
$5,434
Home Health Aide
$5,482
Adult Day Health Care
$2,058
Assisted Living Facility
$4,050
Nursing Home (semiprivate room)
$6,601
Note:Â Data for Marana was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Tucson, was used instead.
Seniors in Marana have access to a wide range of resources to support their needs as they age, ranging from care coordination to benefits counseling, legal aid and recreational programming. Provided by local nonprofits and government agencies, most of these services and programs are free or offered at little cost.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Pima Council on Aging | (520) 790-7262 | The Pima Council on Aging provides services, advocacy and information for seniors. The nonprofit organization helps connect aging adults with programs and services. Offerings include caregiver support, budgeting assistance, transportation, healthy living classes and Medicare counseling. Seniors can contact the PCOA's helpline to get information and referrals to services that suit their needs. |
| Marana Senior Program | (520) 382-1950. | The Marana Senior Program helps seniors aged 50 and older stay healthy, active and engaged through services and recreational programs, including yoga, painting classes, potluck lunches, games and support groups. A small annual membership fee provides access to activities and classes, organized day trips and use of the community center's fitness facilities. |
| The Katie | Online | Sponsored by the PCOA, this virtual community center provides comprehensive online resources for seniors. It offers a library of informational videos on topics such as Medicare, scams and fraud, legal counseling, technology and healthy living. Seniors can also sign up for remote exercise classes and fall prevention workshops and enjoy virtual experiences at local attractions. |
| Tucson Vet Center | (520) 882-0333 | Veterans and their dependents have access to a wide range of free assistance through the Tucson Vet Center, including help accessing benefits such as disability compensation, pensions and Aid and Attendance payments. It also provides counseling, support groups and workshops and offers referrals to other VA health services. A 24/7 helpline is available for information and emergency assistance. |
Marana Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living Facilities in Arizona are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Arizona page for more information about these laws.
Assisted Living
NancyC
5.0
Review of BeeHive Homes of Marana
Beehive Homes of Marana is a wonderful assisted living facility where my mom has been a resident since Aug 2022. This homes is well managed, staffed, and impeccably clean. The manager Joey is very...
Assisted Living
David
4.0
Review of BeeHive Homes of Marana
We visited BeeHive Homes of Marana for my mom, and it was very pleasant. The rooms had a very homey feel, very clean, and very pleasant. The staff was very friendly and very welcoming.
Assisted Living
E1ffel1034
1.0
Review of BeeHive Homes of Marana
I would not send a loved one to this residence. My mother was a resident for several months. She received very good care under the supervision of the old manager. However, when they switched...
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