Brookdale East Tucson

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  • Interior

    A cozy kitchen dining area with retro decor and vintage items.

  • Decor

    A cozy living room with comfortable seating and vibrant plants by the window.

  • Living Room

    A cozy living room with a sofa, armchair, and decorative elements.

  • Building

    A large building with palm trees and a flagpole in front of it, surrounded by well-maintained landscaping.

  • Bedroom

    A cozy bedroom with a single bed, wooden floor, and elegant decor.

  • Windows

    A well-lit conference room with rows of patterned chairs and a wall-mounted television.

  • Dining

    A well-lit restaurant dining area with neatly arranged tables and chairs.

  • Landscaping

    A serene outdoor patio area with a pergola, surrounded by lush greenery and comfortable seating.

  • Kitchen

    A compact kitchen area with wooden cabinets, a microwave, and a television on a separate stand.

  • Fireplace

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Brookdale East Tucson

Brookdale East Tucson is an assisted living community in Tucson, AZ.

Information last verified:

8468 East Speedway Boulevard, Tucson, AZ 85710

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.5 from 70 reviews
5 stars
47
4 stars
14
3 stars
8
2 stars
1
1 stars
0

Brookdale East Tucson Costs & Pricing

Brookdale East Tucson offers competitive pricing for its residential options, with a monthly cost of $4,805 for a studio and $5,315 for a one-bedroom apartment. When comparing these figures to the averages in Pima County and across Arizona, it's evident that Brookdale's rates are significantly higher. In Pima County, the average cost for a studio is $3,786 and $3,660 for a one-bedroom, while statewide averages stand at $3,829 and $3,532 respectively. This indicates that residents at Brookdale East Tucson can expect to invest more than local and state averages for their living arrangements; however, this premium may be reflective of the community's amenities and personalized care services that enhance overall quality of life.

Floor plansBrookdale East TucsonPima CountyArizona
Studio$4,805$3,786$3,829
1 Bedroom$5,315$3,660$3,532

Overall Review of Brookdale East Tucson

common 26 reviews mention this

Staff care and responsiveness stand out

Residents and families describe staff who feel caring, patient, and responsive to needs.

Across the reviews, families repeatedly describe staff as warm and supportive, with caregivers who make residents feel welcome and known. Several mention practical responsiveness—help being noticed quickly, staff staying until an issue is resolved, and nurses answering questions promptly. Communication is also mentioned positively by some families, including quick answers to questions and honoring requests.

common 16 reviews mention this

Food quality and variety get praise

Residents and families often call out the meals as tasty, varied, and satisfying.

Dining comes up often in the reviews, with multiple people describing good-quality meals and enjoying the day-to-day variety. Some mention specific dining touches like room-service-style dining or options for dietary needs and preferences. A few also note that food can depend on the meal, which is why the dining experience is not described as uniformly perfect by everyone.

common 14 reviews mention this

Housekeeping keeps the community clean

Reviews frequently highlight cleanliness and a well-kept feel in the building.

Many reviewers say the facility is neat, clean, and well maintained, describing a pleasant smell when they visit and cleanliness that holds up over time. Several also mention housekeeping in resident rooms and common areas. There is at least one counterpoint that suggests room cleaning could be more consistent, so cleanliness is largely positive but not without exceptions.

differentiator 10 reviews mention this

Medication management and daily help

Care reviews describe medication being administered on schedule and staff supporting daily needs.

Families describe hands-on support, including medication administration and assistance with routine needs like bathing, dressing, and transfers. Some mention continuity of care and staff coordinating with health care providers, while others describe feeling confident their loved one is safe and comfortable. A limited number of comments raise concerns about staffing coverage after hours or the speed of response, which is something to verify during a visit.

common 13 reviews mention this

Activities and outings keep days full

Reviews describe frequent activities, entertainment, and opportunities to get out of the building.

A recurring theme is that residents have a steady schedule of activities, including games and community-sponsored events, plus entertainment and field trips. Some reviews also describe exercise classes and daily opportunities to socialize in common spaces. While most comment positively, one reviewer mentions concerns about staffing levels that could affect day-to-day support.

differentiator 3 reviews mention this

Pet-friendly living draws strong support

Pets are a meaningful part of residents’ comfort, with multiple reviews highlighting cat or dog accommodations.

Several families mention choosing the community because it is pet-friendly, including a resident with a cat and another with a dog living in the apartment. Those reviews also describe pet-related routines and enjoyment, such as staff helping with pet care tasks and pet events that bring residents joy. This is presented as a practical benefit that helped ease a transition for families.

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Pricing feels high for some families

Some families feel the pricing is too high compared with nearby options.

Cost is the main negative theme, with multiple reviewers saying the community is expensive and that competitors may offer updated apartments for less. One review also breaks out a base rate for room and meals and notes additional fees for medication management. While others say the cost can be worth it for the level of care, it is clearly something families recommend reviewing closely before committing.

How we summarize

Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes become a section.

Features

Housing

  • 60 resident community capacity 60 resident community capacity
  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Full kitchen Full kitchen
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Guasts at mealtime Guasts at mealtime
  • Guest parking Guest parking
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Laundry Laundry
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Party space Party space
  • Pet friendly Pet friendly
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Private cleaning services Private cleaning services
  • Resident parking Resident parking
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Spa Spa
  • TV room TV room
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Tucson International (11 miles away) Tucson International (11 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • High acuity care High acuity care
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Physical therapy Physical therapy
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Gluten-free Gluten-free
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • International cuisine International cuisine
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Special dining programs Special dining programs
  • Vegan Vegan
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Art classes Art classes
  • Arts and crafts Arts and crafts
  • Catholic services Catholic services
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Games Games
  • Happy hour Happy hour
  • Karaoke Karaoke
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Protestant services Protestant services
  • Religious services Religious services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Stories Stories
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest
  • Wii bowling Wii bowling

Languages Spoken

  • English English

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Tucson, Arizona, offers a convenient and diverse range of amenities for senior living. With multiple pharmacies such as CVS and Walgreens within close proximity, access to healthcare services and medication is easily accessible. There are also various dining options including El Molinito and Culver's for enjoyable meals out. Several physicians' offices are nearby for medical care, along with hospitals like St Joseph's Hospital for more serious health needs. Additionally, there are parks such as Udall Park Soccer Fields and cafes like Le Buzz for outdoor activities and socializing. The area also boasts theaters like Galaxy Theatres Tucson for entertainment options. Places of worship like Christ Presbyterian Church offer spiritual support and community engagement. Overall, this part of Tucson provides a well-rounded environment for senior living with a mix of essential services, recreational opportunities, and cultural experiences.

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (0.3 miles)
  • Walgreens (0.7 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.1 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.3 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (1.6 miles)
  • Osco Pharmacy (1.7 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.7 miles)

Restaurants

  • El Molinito (1.2 miles)
  • Culver's (1.5 miles)
  • Hooters (1.8 miles)
  • In-N-Out Burger (1.9 miles)
  • Subway (1.9 miles)
  • Eclectic Cafe (2.1 miles)
  • McDonald's (2.6 miles)

Physicians

  • Med Clinics (1.4 miles)
  • Sheldon Dr - Marks Sheldon Marks MD (1.7 miles)
  • Tmj Disorders Orofacial Pain Center PC (1.7 miles)
  • Arizona Inpatient Medicine Associates (1.8 miles)
  • Radiology (2.5 miles)
  • Harmony Obgyn (2.5 miles)
  • Jason M Levine (2.5 miles)

Parks

  • Udall Park Soccer Fields (1.8 miles)
  • Palo Verde Park (2.5 miles)
  • McDonald Park (3.6 miles)

Cafes

  • Le Buzz (1.9 miles)
  • Coffee X Change (2.3 miles)
  • Dutch Bros Coffee (2.4 miles)
  • Starbucks (2.5 miles)
  • Dutch Bros Coffee (2.9 miles)
  • Panera Bread (3 miles)
  • The Human Bean (3.3 miles)

Theaters

  • Galaxy Theatres Tucson (2.4 miles)
  • Century Park Place 20 And Xd (3.4 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Christ Presbyterian Church (2.6 miles)
  • Grace To The Nations (2.9 miles)
  • Rincon Congregational Church (3.7 miles)
  • Desert Valley Adventist Church (4.3 miles)

Hospitals

  • St Joseph's Hospital (2.6 miles)
  • Kindred Hospital - Tucson (2.8 miles)
  • Curahealth Tucson (2.8 miles)
  • Danville Services (3.7 miles)
  • Providence Service (3.7 miles)
  • Tmc Labor and Delivery (4 miles)

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