Tender Care II in Tucson, AZ

Tender Care II is an assisted living community in Tucson, AZ.

Information last verified:

751 North Crest Drive, Tucson, AZ 85716

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

4.6 from 9 reviews
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Overall Review of Tender Care II

Pros

  • pro Minette is a great caregiver who ensures understanding.
  • pro Minette is kind, professional, and patient.
  • pro Minette always comes in with a smile and a warm greeting.
  • pro Minette is an exemplary nurse and caregiver.
  • pro Emma is the greatest Home Health Nurse.
  • pro The home health service is highly recommended by families.
  • pro They provide tender, loving, and caring care for the ones they care about.
  • pro The staff are friendly.

Cons

  • pro The client was upset because the care worker did not arrive on time.

Review

Tender Care II in Tucson is best suited for families who want a hands-on, compassionate in-home care option that keeps an elderly loved one in a familiar setting with skilled nursing support. The reviews repeatedly highlight a warm, relationship-driven approach delivered in the home, with caregivers who are patient, professional, and able to handle practical needs such as wound care. This service model works particularly well for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock supervision but do need regular, high-quality nursing and caregiver presence to support daily living and medical needs.

Those who may want to consider alternatives include families seeking more structured, facility-based supervision or a broader social milieu on site. If a loved one needs constant monitoring, 24/7 staffing, or a wide array of on-site activities and security features that an assisted living community typically provides, a traditional assisted living or memory-care setting may be a better fit. For households prioritizing guaranteed punctuality and a fixed schedule with less reliance on one-on-one home-visits, exploring providers with clearly defined arrival windows and backup coverage becomes essential.

The strongest pros here are unmistakable. Caregivers like Minette and Emma are repeatedly described as kind, professional, and deeply capable, especially in challenging tasks such as complex wound care. The sentiment that staff deliver “tender, loving, and caring” support resonates across multiple reviews, painting a clear picture of authentic, relationship-based care. The home-visit format itself is a major advantage for maintaining independence, enabling tailored treatment plans, and fostering trust through consistent, familiar faces. When the care team is this clearly valued, families gain peace of mind that their relative isn’t merely receiving tasks, but rather attentive, dignified care.

That said, the main caveat that emerges is a single lapse in timeliness. One reviewer notes a care worker not arriving on time, which understandably triggers frustration for families counting on reliable scheduling. However, this concern contrasts with the overall chorus of satisfaction and does not appear to be a systemic pattern in the current feedback. The offsetting strength lies in the depth of care and the explicit kindness reflected in repeated, high-star endorsements. Families should view this as a risk point to be managed through clear expectations, reinforced scheduling practices, and contingency planning rather than a fatal flaw in the program.

From a rating perspective, Tender Care II’s 4.6 score from nine reviews, with eight five-star endorsements, signals strong overall performance and high credibility in its niche. The positive testimonials emphasize not only clinical competence but also the emotional quality of the caregiving relationships. The few critiques should be weighed against the evident value placed on personalized, at-home care. Prospective buyers should verify current staffing rosters, confirm guaranteed visit windows, and discuss how back-up coverage is handled if a caregiver is running late.

In the end, Tender Care II supplies a compelling option for families intent on keeping a loved one at home with skilled nursing support and a demonstrably caring team. It is a practical, safety-conscious choice for those who prize warmth and continuity over the amenities of a facility. The decision hinges on whether the home-based, relationship-centered model aligns with the senior’s dependence level and desired lifestyle. If those conditions fit, prioritize arranging access to the strongest caregivers, Minette and Emma when possible, and insist on clear scheduling expectations plus a solid back-up plan to address any occasional lateness. For families needing more structure, or 24/7 supervision, look squarely at alternatives better designed for round-the-clock oversight.

Features

Housing

  • 10 resident community capacity 10 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Board and Care Home Board and Care Home

Amenities

  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Tucson International (8 miles away) Tucson International (8 miles away)

Care Services

  • 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
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • 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
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Description

Tender Care II in Tucson, AZ is a board and care home that provides exceptional assisted living services for seniors. Our community offers a range of amenities to ensure the comfort and convenience of our residents.

Our dining room provides a warm and inviting space for residents to enjoy delicious meals. The entire facility is fully furnished, creating a comfortable and homelike atmosphere. We also have a beautiful garden where residents can relax and enjoy the outdoors.

To make life easier for our residents, we offer housekeeping services, ensuring that their living spaces are always clean and neat. Additionally, we provide move-in coordination assistance to help ease the transition into our community.

Residents can stay connected with family and friends through our telephone and Wi-Fi/high-speed internet services.

Our dedicated staff provides assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, and transfers. We coordinate with healthcare providers to ensure that each resident receives proper medical care. Special dietary restrictions are accommodated with diabetes diet options available for residents.

Meals are prepared and served by our caring staff, taking into consideration any special dietary needs or restrictions that residents may have. Medication management is also provided to ensure that each resident receives their prescribed medications on time.

Transportation arrangement for medical purposes is available, as well as transportation to doctors' appointments.

We believe in promoting an active lifestyle for our residents; therefore, we offer scheduled daily activities to keep them engaged and entertained.

Tender Care II is located in close proximity to several cafes, parks, pharmacies, physicians' offices, restaurants, transportation options hospitals and places of worship. This ensures that residents have easy access to a variety of amenities and services in the surrounding area.

At Tender Care II, we strive to provide a safe and comfortable living environment where seniors can receive the individualized care they deserve while enjoying an active and fulfilling lifestyle.

Nearby Places of Interest

Places of Worship

  • Benedictine Sanctuary (0.2 miles)
  • Our Saviour's Lutheran Church (1.3 miles)
  • Islamic Center Tucson (2 miles)
  • Desert Valley Adventist Church (2.2 miles)
  • St Augustine Cathedral (2.9 miles)
  • Rincon Congregational Church (2.9 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (0.3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (0.8 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (0.8 miles)
  • Harvest Hoc (1.4 miles)
  • Safeway Pharmacy (1.4 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.9 miles)
  • Walgreens (2 miles)

Theaters

  • The Loft Cinema (0.3 miles)

Restaurants

  • Red Garter Saloon (0.4 miles)
  • Graze Premium Burgers (0.6 miles)
  • Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers (0.7 miles)
  • Rubio's Coastal Grill (0.7 miles)
  • Eegee's (0.7 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (0.8 miles)
  • McDonald's (0.8 miles)

Cafes

  • Coffee Times Drive-Thru (0.4 miles)
  • Dutch Bros Coffee (0.7 miles)
  • Starbucks (0.7 miles)
  • Black Crown Coffee Co. (1 miles)
  • Starbucks (1.5 miles)
  • Cartel Coffee Lab (1.9 miles)
  • Starbucks (2.1 miles)

Physicians

  • UA Healthcare Clinics (0.8 miles)
  • Alvernon Optical (0.9 miles)
  • Premier Hearing (1.1 miles)
  • Hanger Clinic: Prosthetics & Orthotics (2.1 miles)
  • Complimentary Medicine Association (2.1 miles)
  • SoundPoint Hearing Centers (2.5 miles)
  • Dehnert Dental (2.6 miles)

Hospitals

  • Tucson Natural (0.8 miles)
  • The University of Arizona Medical Center - Medicine Clinic Physician Offices (1.5 miles)
  • Arizona Cancer Center (1.5 miles)
  • UMC Emergency Room (1.5 miles)
  • UMC Radiologic (1.6 miles)
  • Providence Service (2.8 miles)

Parks

  • Reid Park (1.4 miles)

Transportation

  • Union Pacific Railroad (2.1 miles)

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