Desert Cove Country Club sits on four peaceful, fenced acres out in the Tucson desert, pretty close to St. Mary's Hospital, and you'll find it at 1833-1835 W St Mary's Road, making it easy for family to visit, which is always comforting, and what stands out about this place is how it offers different types of care so people can find what they need as they age, like independent living for active folks, assisted living for those needing help with daily essentials like bathing, dressing, or managing medicines, and strong memory care for anyone facing Alzheimer's or dementia, where staff design activities to encourage memory and keep everyone safe from wandering, and there's also short-term respite care, nursing home care, skilled nursing, and some support services at home, making it possible for a resident's needs to change without having to leave their familiar surroundings, and the staff are around all day and night to help, which makes families feel at ease. The community has two main houses, called Hacienda and Casitas, with studio room layouts, private and semi-private rooms, and big spaces for spending time together, including large living rooms, dining rooms, and laundry areas, all kept clean and tidy, and people always mention how the grounds look well cared for and inviting. Pets are welcome, and the property has flat desert gardens so people and pets can walk or sit together, and the place is gated for security, helping everyone feel safe. There are plenty of activities, with rooms set aside for games or gatherings, a pool for relaxing, and even golf for those still up for a swing, plus TV, books, CD players in the big common rooms so it's easy for people to find something they enjoy. Meals are homestyle, nutritious, served three times a day with snacks, and you'll always see folks talking things over at meal times or in the common areas, since the staff go out of their way to create a sense of family and everyone is friendly and helpful, both staff and residents, so new folks settle in quickly. Laundry's included, along with all the utilities and fast internet, and the whole place meets accessibility needs with ramps and features for wheelchairs or walkers, which matters a lot to people wanting some independence and comfort. Desert Cove Country Club started life as a nunnery, which means it's sturdy and quiet, and now it's grown into a spot known for high resident satisfaction, based on reviews and a good community score, and the grounds feel like a small getaway but have all the things folks need, from nearby health services to helpful staff on duty 24/7. The community gets recognition for its maintenance and cleanliness, and prospective residents can find more about the place online, see photos, get directions, and even get help answering questions. Desert Cove Country Club ranks highly among Tucson senior communities and keeps a focus on friendliness, support, and keeping seniors happy, safe, and part of something, which you'll notice as soon as you step through the doors.
Desert Cove Country Club
1833 W St Marys Rd, Tucson, AZ, 85745- Independent living
- Assisted living
Clean, homey grounds but sparse
I appreciate the clean, homey atmosphere, well-maintained grounds, convenient location, spacious private rooms, homestyle meals and generally friendly, helpful staff. That said, I sometimes felt disrespected and infantilized, and the women's house felt sparse-no TV/furniture/Wi-Fi-making nights lonely; photos can be misleading, so inspect your specific house first.
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About Desert Cove Country Club
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Desert Cove Country Club offers independent living and assisted living.
The full address for this community is 1833 W St Marys Rd, Tucson, AZ, 85745.
Yes, Desert Cove Country Club offers respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.
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