United Church Village sits at 320 E Placita Naco Circle in Nogales, AZ and has been housing seniors and disabled individuals since 1975, offering different levels of care like independent living, assisted living, memory care for those with Alzheimer's or dementia, respite care, and traditional nursing home services, so people can get support with activities like bathing, dressing, or medication when they need it, but those who live on their own can also enjoy a social, hassle-free setting, all in one place and out here in a quieter rural community because of the USDA Section 515 Rural Rental Housing program, which means there are probably fewer amenities and the units are on the smaller side with rental support so people with lower income can afford to stay here. The community is owned and managed by AWI Management Corporation and the property is closely watched by the US Department of Agriculture for things like rent, upkeep, and regulatory details, and while accepted into affordable housing programs-like USDA's Section 521 Rental Assistance-it also accepts Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers, which just means folks earning 50% or less of Area Median Income in this area might move in at a low, subsidized rate if there's an opening on the likely waiting list for rent-assisted units.
Residents live in one of 48 studio, one-bedroom, or two-bedroom units with starting prices that, just so you know, range from about $2,575 a month for a studio up to $5,550 for a one-bedroom, and the whole property is part of a 501(c)(3) nonprofit with a Treasurer named Greg Lucero, a small team of 6 employees, and assets valued at about $355,398 in 2024. The staff keeps things simple, friendly, and warm, with many saying the workers are patient, joyful, and supportive to residents, families, and even to each other, which is one reason why it received a Best of Senior Living All Star Award in 2024 along with a high community review score of 9.8 based on 17 reviews, showing most folks are happy living here.
People here don't just get shelter because the facility supports the well-being of both residents and the community through special funds, like the Animal Welfare Fund, Beneficiary Voices Fund, Climate Change Fund, End Homelessness Fund, and Veterans & Military Assistance Fund, so there's a spirit of community aid, outreach, and support, shown in its events, programs, and even educational offerings right on site, all aimed at making life a little better for everyone. Meals are planned and cooked by chefs who try to use good quality ingredients and aim for nutritious and tasty food every day, making sure dietary needs are met and meals have some variety. While it focuses mainly on senior citizens and the disabled, United Church Village works hard to make people feel safe, cared for, and included, whether someone's here for the long haul, a temporary respite stay, or taking part in community activities. The whole operation is monitored closely for compliance by the USDA, HUD, and tax credit programs, so the rules are tight and the management works to keep up on all the regulations each year.
Overall, United Church Village gives affordable housing for older adults in Nogales, Arizona, plus some unique community programs and charity support, and does it all as a nonprofit, but if anyone is thinking about moving in, it's best to know there may be a wait for a subsidized unit and things can be modest due to the rural and regulated nature of the property.
