Gardenia Adult Care Home LLC

    1601 S Camino Seco, Tucson, AZ 85710
    • Assisted Living

    Bright homelike community attentive staff

    I'm very happy with this community - bright, clean, and homelike with a pleasant smell and a large, welcoming common room. The staff are personable, attentive, and conscientious, meals are home-cooked, activities engaging, residents seem content, and the care and price are very reasonable; I would recommend it.

    Current/former resident
    Jul 2026

    Pricing

    Prices shown are estimates and subject to change. Contact your senior living advisor for current pricing.

    Schedule a Tour

    Date of Tour
    Time Window
    Tour Type

    You selected in-person tour on in the

    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Coordination with health care providers
    • Medication management

    Healthcare staffing

    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Transportation arrangement (medical)
    • Transportation to doctors appointments

    Community services

    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    Reviews

    2.33·(9)

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      3.0
    • Staff

      3.0
    • Meals

      5.0
    • Amenities

      5.0
    • Value

      4.0

    Pros

    • Caring, attentive staff
    • Conscientious personal care
    • Home-cooked meals
    • Bright, airy interior with large common room
    • Welcoming, homelike atmosphere
    • Engaging social activities
    • Reasonable pricing and perceived value

    Cons

    • Management conduct and communication
    • Allegations of intimidating behavior by management
    • Weak transfer and mobility-support practices
    • Inconsistent overall care quality and responsiveness
    • Gaps in oral-hygiene oversight
    • Sanitation and odor concerns in some areas
    • Inconsistent or overstated activity programming
    • Hostile workplace culture and unprofessional interactions

    Summary of reviews

    Reviews for this facility are highly polarized, with clear clusters of positive operational strengths alongside serious concerns about management and certain aspects of care. Positive comments emphasize a homelike environment: reviewers repeatedly describe a bright, airy interior with a large common room, friendly and conscientious caregivers, home-cooked meals, and social programming that can contribute to resident satisfaction. Several families described staff members as personable and attentive and praised the overall atmosphere and perceived value for cost.

    Care quality and staff: Many reviewers praised direct-care staff for being attentive and caring. At the same time, other accounts point to inconsistent care practices and responsiveness. Specific patterns inferred from multiple accounts include shortcomings in mobility and transfer support (which may contribute to loss of independence for some residents) and gaps in oversight of daily hygiene needs such as oral care. There are also concerns about the tone and professionalism of some staff and visitors; a workplace culture characterized by gossip and unprofessional interactions was described and may affect resident comfort and family communication.

    Dining and facilities: Dining is a mixed picture. Positive comments highlight home-cooked meals and a pleasant dining environment, while other accounts raise kitchen- and food-related odor concerns and variability in cleanliness. The common spaces are frequently described as welcoming, bright, and well-suited for socialization, but reviewers also noted episodes of clutter and sanitation issues in some areas. These contradictory impressions suggest variability in housekeeping and facility upkeep.

    Activities: Some reviewers report engaging activities and social programming that keep residents active and happy. Conversely, other families described a lack of meaningful activity or overstated activity claims. This points to inconsistent implementation of the activity schedule or mismatches between advertised programming and day-to-day practice.

    Management and safety: A notable and serious pattern concerns management conduct and communication. There are allegations of intimidating or threatening behavior by management that have contributed to an environment where residents and families feel uncomfortable raising concerns. Alongside those allegations, reviewers reported operational weaknesses affecting safety oversight and family communication. These issues warrant careful investigation by prospective families.

    Notable patterns and guidance for families: Reviews show a clear split between positive daily-experience reports and serious governance and safety concerns. Prospective residents and families should conduct an in-person visit, observe staff–resident interactions, review staffing ratios and training records, ask about transfer and mobility protocols, inspect the kitchen and common areas for cleanliness and odor, request a sample activity calendar and attendance records, and speak with current families about communication and incident-handling practices. Checking state inspection records and complaint history is also advisable to corroborate the facility’s compliance and incident-response practices.

    Overall, the facility demonstrates strengths in creating a homelike environment with caring direct-care staff and home-style dining for many residents, but the presence of management-related allegations, inconsistent care practices, and sanitation/oversight concerns represent important operational risks that families should investigate before making placement decisions.

    Reviews written on Mirador

    We have no reviews to show about Gardenia Adult Care Home LLC.

    Help other families by writing a review about your experience with this community.

    Location

    Map showing location of Gardenia Adult Care Home LLC

    Gardenia Adult Care Home LLC is located at 1601 S Camino Seco, Tucson, AZ, 85710.

    About Gardenia Adult Care Home LLC

    Gardenia Adult Care Home is known for creating a warm and inviting environment where residents are cared for with compassion and respect. The care home features a thoughtfully designed interior that fosters a sense of comfort and tranquility, making it an ideal setting for individuals who need assistance with daily living activities. Residents can relax in cozy communal spaces, such as the tastefully decorated living room and the sunny dining area, where they can enjoy nutritious meals and socialize with others.

    The bedrooms at Gardenia Adult Care Home are designed to offer privacy and personalization, allowing each resident to create a living space that feels like their own. The staff provides attentive support tailored to the unique needs of every resident, ranging from help with medication management to assistance with bathing, dressing, and mobility. Personalized care plans are developed to ensure that each individual receives the level of support they need while maintaining as much independence as possible.

    In addition to meeting physical and medical needs, Gardenia Adult Care Home places a strong emphasis on creating a stimulating and engaging daily routine for its residents. Activities and programs are scheduled to keep minds active and spirits high, including games, crafts, music sessions, and opportunities for gentle exercise. Outdoor spaces, such as the landscaped garden patio, offer peaceful areas for relaxation, fresh air, and the enjoyment of nature.

    Meals at Gardenia Adult Care Home are prepared with attention to both nutrition and personal preference. The kitchen staff crafts home-style dishes using fresh ingredients, catering to individual dietary requirements and tastes. Residents are encouraged to share in mealtimes together, fostering a sense of community and belonging within the home.

    Above all, Gardenia Adult Care Home is distinguished by its warm, family-like atmosphere. With dedicated staff and a commitment to personalized service, it is a place where residents find dignity, comfort, and support tailored to their individual needs. The home’s inviting setting and thoughtful amenities make it a reassuring and uplifting choice for long-term care.

    People often ask...

    Gardenia Adult Care Home LLC offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $3,760 per month.

    Gardenia Adult Care Home LLC offers assisted living and board and care.

    The full address for this community is 1601 S Camino Seco, Tucson, AZ 85710.

    No, Gardenia Adult Care Home LLC does not offer 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.

    Safety & Compliance

    In Arizona, the Department of Health Services licenses assisted living and long-term care facilities through AZ Care Check, running compliance inspections and investigating complaints.

    License number001cs00000Wo9pEAAR
    StatusActive
    Facility typeAssisted Living Home
    License classActive
    Capacity5 residents
    LicenseeGARDENIA ADULT CARE HOME, LLC
    EffectiveAugust 10th, 2011
    ExpiresAugust 31st, 2026
    View the official license record

    Inspection Reports

    2

    Reports

    4

    Citations

    0

    Complaints

    3

    Years

    12 Dec 2025Inspection
    Found deficiencies in designating a manager with a current license or temporary certificate and in verifying employees against the adult protective services registry, potentially impacting compliance and resident safety.
    • R9-10-803.A.3.b.i-iiR9-10-803.A.3.b.i-ii. Administration A. A governing authority shall: 3. Designate, in writing, a manager who: b. Except for the manager of an adult foster care home, has either a: i. Certificate as an assisted living facility manager issued under A.R.S. § 36-446.04(C), or ii. A temporary certificate
    • R9-10-803.A.9R9-10-803.A.9. Administration A. A governing authority shall: 9. Ensure compliance with A.R.S. § 36-411 and
    20 Oct 2023Inspection
    Found a safety risk from damaged fencing and missing TB clearance documentation for a person with a positive TB test.
    • R9-10-819.A.1.bA. A manager shall ensure that: 1. The premises and equipment used at the assisted living facility are: b. Free from a condition or situation that may cause a resident or other individual to suffer physical injury;
    • R9-10-113.B.1.c.i-iiTuberculosis Screening B. A health care institution's chief administrative officer shall: 1. For an individual for whom baseline screening and documentation of freedom from infectious tuberculosis is required by an Article in this Chapter, as specified in subsection (A)(2)(a), obtain one of the foll

    Disclaimer

    Mirador Living is not affiliated with the owner or operator(s) of Gardenia Adult Care Home LLC. The information above has not been verified or approved by the owner or operator. For exact information, please contact Gardenia Adult Care Home LLC directly. There is no cost for this service. We are compensated by the community you select.

    Are you an owner or operator of this community?

    Claim this listing to receive messages from prospective customers and manage your community page.

    Nearby Communities

    Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

    1. 68 facilities$4,160/mo
    2. 255 facilities$4,147/mo
    3. 187 facilities$4,176/mo
    4. 125 facilities$4,066/mo
    5. 4 facilities$4,323/mo
    6. 4 facilities$4,355/mo
    7. 196 facilities$4,158/mo
    8. 4 facilities$4,323/mo
    9. 23 facilities$4,196/mo
    10. 190 facilities$4,170/mo
    11. 140 facilities$4,084/mo
    12. 94 facilities$4,400/mo
    © 2026 Mirador Living