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Brookdale East Tucson

8468 East Speedway Boulevard, Tucson, AZ

Assisted LivingMemory CareIndependent Living

4.727 reviewsvia A Place for Mom

About the community

About Brookdale East Tucson

Look forward to excitement and adventure, here at Brookdale East Tucson. With a variety of care services and vibrant amenities available, it’s easy to age in place comfortably with friends or loved ones. As an assisted living community, residents are able to redefine their independence and embrace assistance as needed. Staff members can lend a helping hand with bathing, dressing, managing medications, and more. Here, residents’ wellness is supported through collaborative care partnerships and each individual is given a customizable care plan to fulfill their needs and expectations. In addition to offering tailored services, the community emphasizes safety for all. An emergency alert system and keypad entries allow for continuous monitoring, and staff is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to be alerted to an emergency situation. To provide even more peace of mind, residents can look forward to homemade meals, transportation assistance, and daily housekeeping. With less chores on your to-do list, you will be able to make the most of your time. Book pampering appointments at the beauty/barber shop, discover unforgettable treats at the ice cream parlor, or relax your worries away in the whirlpool. A library, scenic walking paths, and a cozy fireside living room can also be enjoyed. When you’re here, it’s all about doing what you love most. Community Services and Amenities Use your free time to participate in the activities you’re passionate about or create your own schedule. Here, you can join your peers for brain games, ice cream socials, happy hours, comedy nights, live musical performances, fitness classes, and so much more. The team’s goal is to customize your experience. Whether it’s with meals, activities, or errands, they're ready to help. If you don’t feel like driving to pick up personal items, the staff members can do that, too! That’s right, through the Personal Solutions delivery program, they can pick up and drop off requested items, such as shampoo, hearing aid batteries, or similar necessities. Best of all, residents are not charged a delivery fee. Living Arrangements It’s all about your particular preferences when you build your new home here. With five apartment styles, ranging from cozy studios to spacious suites, it’s a little easier to find the perfect space. Each apartment is designed to feel just like home and includes plush carpet, plenty of natural light, ample closet space, and other homey features. Find relief from daily chores and embrace access to one-on-one support when you live at Brookdale East Tucson. State Classification Brookdale East Tucson is an assisted living center that provides directed care services . In the state of Arizona, these terms are defined as follows: Assisted Living Center A health care institution other than a hospital or a nursing care institution which provides resident rooms or residential units, supervisory care services, personal care service, directed care services or health-related services on a continuing basis for eleven or more persons who do not need inpatient nursing care. Directed Care Services Programs and services, including personal care services, provided to persons who are incapable of recognizing danger, summoning assistance, expressing need, or making basic care decisions. Arizona Facility Inspection Reports Related articles: Assisted Living vs. Memory Care: What’s the Difference? Assisted Living vs. Independent Living: What’s the Difference?

Family and resident feedback

4.7 out of 5 from 27 reviews

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★★★★★

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Brookdale East Tucson

The main thing is that everybody is so extremely friendly. And they all appear as though they truly want to be helpful and kind. There doesn't appear to be a whole lot of options regarding meals. A larger variety would obviously be better. And thirdly, even though we were told that we signed signed up just in time to not be hit with an increase in cost. He's only been there less than two months and he's already gotten an increase in cost.

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AnonymousDecember 2, 2025

★★★★★

Positive

Highly Recommended

They were great in every way! My father experienced several episodes where additional care was needed and the entire staff stepped up to assist. The Executive Director, [name removed], was empathetic to our family's situation and worked with us to assist my dad with his challenges. [name removed], my first contact, is lovely and very professional. She's such a sweet lady. The entire staff consistently demonstrated compassion and commitment to my dad's well being and care. It's the best place for your loved one. The

AnonymousAugust 11, 2025

★★★★★

Positive

Definitely recommend

Everybody there is super friendly! My dad is pretty grouchy and has always complained about his caregivers in the past but he has no complaints and he's been there quite a while since this past November. The only thing he complains about is the food, but everybody is very nice and the place is always very clean and they have activities that he enjoys. He plays bingo almost every day and always wins prizes. I can relax knowing he's safe and taking care of.

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Deborah PMay 21, 2025

★★★★★

Positive

Best Choice I Could Have Made

The staff at Brookdale are warm, patient and accommodating. My Dad has been well cared for. The place smells great and is super clean every time I visit. The meals that I have enjoyed there with my Dad were really good, I love Brookdale East Tucson because it’s a small community with a consistent staff of caregivers who really get to know and love all of the residents. I toured several places before choosing Brookdale and honestly there was no competition. Im so thankful to everyone there!

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Deborah PJanuary 10, 2025

★★★★★

Positive

Our families experience

What we like the most about Brookdale East Tucson is how kind everyone was to the whole family. Based on the experience we have had, we would definitely recommend this community to other families.

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AnonymousNovember 5, 2024

★★★★★

Positive

Thankful for Brookdale East Tucson

I am very pleased with the care my family member is receiving at Brookdale East Tucson. Most importantly, my loved one really loves residing at Brookdale. The staff is kind, caring and provides continuity of care. Medication is provided at the same time daily. Meals are delicious and a daily schedule is maintained for dining. All of these things are what makes residing at Brookdale a pleasure. I honestly cannot say enough about the entire staff!! Their kindness and warmth makes them feel like family. I highly re

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Brenda KMarch 19, 2024

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What we know from public sources

Care options
Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Operator
Not yet resolved
Public price status
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Last source check
July 31, 2026

Source-published features

Amenities and services

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Meals & dining

  • No Sugar
  • Meals Provided
  • Restaurant Style Dining
  • Professional Chef
  • Room Service
  • Guest Meals
  • Special Dining Programs
  • Low / No Sodium
  • International Cuisine
  • Vegetarian
  • Vegan
  • Gluten-free
  • Private Dining Room

Health & wellness

  • High Acuity Care
  • Memory Care
  • Non-Ambulatory Care
  • Diabetic Care
  • Incontinence Care
  • Staffing & Ancillary Services
  • Medication Management

Services & convenience

  • Resident Parking Available
  • Property Convenient to Public Transit
  • Uncovered Parking
  • Complimentary Transportation
  • Pet Care Available
  • Weight Limit (lbs)
  • Dogs Allowed
  • Cats Allowed
  • Grocery Shopping and Errands
  • Laundry Service / Drycleaning
  • Housekeeping
  • Beautician
  • Spanish
  • English

Activities & engagement

  • Activities On-site
  • Happy Hour
  • Dances
  • Catholic Services
  • Cards / Pinochle Club
  • Birthday Parties
  • Stretching Classes
  • BBQs or Picnics
  • Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
  • Men's Club
  • Devotional Activities On-Site
  • Book Club
  • Karaoke
  • Yoga / Chair Yoga
  • Current Events Club
  • Art Classes
  • Live Dance or Theater Performances
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Visiting Chaplain or Priest
  • Activities Off-site
  • Intergenerational Programs
  • Devotional Activities Offsite
  • Holiday Parties
  • Forever Fit
  • Live Well Programs
  • Protestant Services
  • Gardening Club
  • Trivia Games
  • Live Musical Performances
  • Brain fitness / Dakim
  • Pet-focused Programs

Outdoor spaces

  • Computer or Media Center
  • Outside Patio
  • Library
  • Barber Shop
  • Beauty Salon
  • Central Fireplace
  • Meeting Room
  • Indoor Common Areas
  • Outdoor Common Areas
  • TV Lounge
  • Piano or Organ
  • Game Room
  • Arts and Crafts Center
  • Raised Garden Beds

Apartment & room features

  • Ground Floor Units
  • Air Conditioned
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Respite or Short Term Stays Offered
  • Wheelchair Accessible Showers
  • Garden View
  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
  • Kitchenette

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