The Villas at Houghton sit over on Tucson's east side in the Tanque Verde area, surrounded by mountain views, forming a small neighborhood of 9 villas, each about 6,500 square feet and holding 10 bedrooms, so there aren't any long hallways or elevators to worry about, and everything feels close by, a bit quieter, and private, while still giving folks lots of chance for company and social time, especially with the outdoor courtyards and park areas with benches for sitting outside. These villas have big windows that bring in lots of light, open floorplans with high ceilings, private rooms from 280 to 382 square feet, and private bathrooms with safety features. Residents here can bring pets, and a security system uses keypads and emergency pull cords for safety, with a staff awake all hours and response systems in every room. The Villas at Houghton help seniors with many different needs, including assisted living, memory care in a special, purpose-built building, behavioral care, and respite care for short stays, welcoming people who might be at risk for wandering or needing higher care levels, and even accepting residents who are non-ambulatory or need two-person transfers or mechanical lifts.
Meals here get prepared on-site with attention to special diets, like gluten-free, low sodium, low sugar, vegan, and vegetarian options, and there's a kitchen open any time for snacks, plus there are guest meals and private dining rooms for family visits. There's a barber and beauty salon right in the community, and folks can join activities in spaces like the game room, crafts room, and exercise room, with things to do most every day-word games, movies, music with Freddy G., bingo, root beer floats, pet visits, and holiday events, besides regular exercise like Tai Chi and walking. Wi-Fi and internet are available, and there's transportation for an extra fee for those who need rides out.
The Villas work to let folks age in place, so residents don't have to move if their health or care needs change, and the memory care section has extra safety features, secured areas, and tech like wander alert bracelets, and the staff are trained for dementia care, diabetes monitoring with insulin management, incontinence, and behavioral needs. There's a nurse who visits regularly, and medical professionals like podiatrists or therapists can come on-site. The resident-to-caregiver ratio is about 8 to 1, and staff get noted for being kind, patient, and awake around the clock. Housekeeping, laundry, and room service are part of daily life, and each villa gives a home-like setting, giving residents both privacy and company, with organized support for independence. The Villas at Houghton have earned awards for care and good reviews, and they work hard to offer stable, safe, and comfortable living for a wide range of needs, from fully independent seniors to those who need full assistance or behavioral care. Smoking's allowed outside in certain spots, and residents can participate as much or as little as they feel up to, whether that's pet visits, arts and crafts, or just sitting out in the sun.
