What government services provide money for senior housing?

Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview: Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement. Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay. Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation. Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program. State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options. Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities. Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.

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Overview of Devon Gables

With over 45 years of experience, Devon Gables has become a trusted family-owned facility in the Tucson community. The facility provides comprehensive rehabilitation care, including physical, occupational, and speech therapy, as well as respiratory therapy, nursing care, special services, R.N. case management, and a restorative nursing program. In addition, Devon Gables offers specialized care for Alzheimer’s, long-term care, behavioral therapy, and assisted and independent living.
With a dedicated team of caregivers, the home strives to create a nurturing environment where residents can receive the care that best fits their situation, while maintaining their independence to live out everyday the way they want. The facility’s commitment to excellence has made it a reputable choice for families seeking quality care for their loved ones. Over the years, Devon Gables has built a strong reputation in Tucson, serving as a reliable provider of care services.

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Home Information DEVON GABLES REHABILITATION CTR LLC

Occupancy trails most facilities in the state, suggesting excess open capacity. The facility operates with a larger bed count than most state competitors, supporting broader intake. Residents tend to stay here longer than similar facilities across the state.
Home revenue ranks in the upper tier statewide, reflecting strong billing volume. Payroll spending sits in the top tier, showing a strong investment in staffing resources. Total income trails most communities, suggesting tighter operating margins.
Medicare nights run higher than most peers, indicating robust short-stay referrals. Medicaid nights fall below most peers, pointing to lighter Medicaid reliance. Private pay nights lead the state, showing strong demand from market-rate residents.

Occupancy

Beds

334

Occupancy

60.1%

Total Bed Days Available

121910

Avg. Length of Stay

163 days

Finance

Home Revenue

$22,136,462.00

Payroll Costs

$10,931,182.00

Profit

$-628,719.00

Total Costs

$1,524,110.00

House Specifics:

CCN

35145

Owner Name

FRIEBUS, HEATHER

Rural vs. Urban

Urban

County

PIMA

Type of Control

Proprietary — Other

Operations

Total Admissions

511

Total Discharges

384

% Medicaid Admissions

31%

% Medicare Admissions

13%

% Private Pay Admissions

56%

% Medicaid Discharges

33%

% Medicare Discharges

13%

% Private Pay Discharges

54%

Medicaid, Medicare & Private

Medicare Nights

46973

Medicaid Nights

2038

Free Market Nights

17540

Community Stability & Environment

Walk Score Walk Score in senior living communities measures how easy it is for residents to access essential services and amenities—like grocery stores, parks, pharmacies, and transit—without needing a car. 58 / 100 Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be done on foot. Walkable to several amenities, but not all. Sidewalks usually available but may be inconsistent. Car often needed for larger errands or longer distances.

6150 East Grant Road Tucson, AZ 85712

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 520-296-6181

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Phone:
520-296-6181

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Tucson offers many activities for seniors. The Sabino Canyon Recreation Area has accessible paved paths and a shuttle. The city also has many senior centers, like the Armory Park Center.

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Devon Gables

AZ 85712

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334

N/A

FRIEBUS, HEATHER

35145

60.1%

$22,136,462.00

Life Care Center of Tucson

Tucson

N/A

162

N/A

BELL, CODY

35140

42.9%

$13,733,217.00

Casas Adobes Post Acute Rehabilitation Center

Tucson

N/A

Haven Health Saguaro Valley

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Mountain View Care Center

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MONTION, MARIA

515065

82.0%

$15,237,016.00

Devon Gables

Type of care: AL

Community: AZ 85712

Bed Options: N/A

Bed Count: 334

Pets Allowed: No

Home Owner: FRIEBUS, HEATHER

CCN: 35145

Occupancy: 60.1%

Home Revenue: $22,136,462.00

Life Care Center of Tucson

Type of care: AL

Community: Tucson

Bed Options: N/A

Bed Count: 162

Pets Allowed: No

Home Owner: BELL, CODY

CCN: 35140

Occupancy: 42.9%

Home Revenue: $13,733,217.00

Casas Adobes Post Acute Rehabilitation Center

Type of care: AL

Community: Tucson

Bed Options: N/A

Bed Count: N/A

Pets Allowed: No

Home Owner: N/A

CCN: N/A

Occupancy: N/A

Home Revenue: N/A

Haven Health Saguaro Valley

Type of care: AL

Community: Tucson

Bed Options: N/A

Bed Count: N/A

Pets Allowed: No

Home Owner: N/A

CCN: N/A

Occupancy: N/A

Home Revenue: N/A

Mountain View Care Center

Type of care: AL

Community: Tucson

Bed Options: N/A

Bed Count: N/A

Pets Allowed: No

Home Owner: MONTION, MARIA

CCN: 515065

Occupancy: 82.0%

Home Revenue: $15,237,016.00

Claim What’s Yours: Financial Aid for Arizona Seniors

Program

State Program Name

Eligibility

Benefits

Arizona Long Term Care System

ALTCS

General: Age 65+ or disabled, Arizona resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
AZ Specifics: Covers tribal members; rural outreach.

Services: In-home care (6-8 hours/day), assisted living, nursing home care, medical services, transportation (10 trips/month).

Non-Medical Home and Community Based Services

AZ DES Non-Medical HCBS

General: Age 60+, Arizona resident, at risk of institutionalization.
Income Limits: ~$2,000/month (individual, varies).
Asset Limits: $10,000 (individual).
AZ Specifics: Limited funding; waitlists common.

Services: Homemaker services (3-5 hours/week), respite care (up to 10 days/year), adult day care (~$60/day).

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

AZ SCSEP

General: Age 55+, Arizona resident, unemployed, low-income.
Income Limits (2025): ~$1,519/month (125% of poverty level, individual).
Asset Limits: Not specified; income-driven.
AZ Specifics: Wages at highest of federal/state/local minimum ($14.35/hour in 2025).

Services: Paid training (20 hours/week), job placement (avg. $300-$500/month earnings), career counseling.

Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)

AZ WAP

General: Age 60+ priority, Arizona resident, own/rent home, low-income.
Income Limits (2025): ~$2,510/month (200% of poverty level, individual).
Asset Limits: Not applicable; income-focused.
AZ Specifics: High demand in rural desert areas; limited annual funds.

Services: Insulation, weather stripping, HVAC repairs (avg. $500-$1,000/year savings).

Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly

AZ Section 202

General: Age 62+, Arizona resident, very low income, able to live independently with support.
Income Limits (2025): ~$1,645/month (50% of area median income, individual, varies by county).
Asset Limits: $10,000 (individual, excludes home if owned).
AZ Specifics: Limited units; high demand in metro areas like Phoenix.

Services: Subsidized rent (30% of income, e.g., $300-$500/month), on-site services (housekeeping, transportation, ~$200/month value).

Arizona CARES Program

AZ CARES

General: Caregivers of Arizona residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.
Income Limits: No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.
Asset Limits: Not applicable; need-based.
AZ Specifics: Focus on rural access; complements ALTCS respite.

Services: Respite care (up to 10 days/year), counseling (4-6 sessions/year), training (2-3 workshops/year), supplies (~$200/year).

AZ DES Non-Medical Home and Community Based Services (HCBS)

AZ DES Non-Medical HCBS

General: Age 60+ or disabled, Arizona resident, need assistance with daily activities, not eligible for Medicaid/ALTCS.
Income Limits: Above Medicaid threshold but low-income (~$1,500-$2,500/month, varies by region).
Asset Limits: Not specified; income-driven eligibility.
AZ Specifics: Targets those ineligible for ALTCS; prioritizes rural and tribal areas.

Services: Homemaker services (3-5 hours/week), personal care (limited hours), respite care (up to 10 days/year), transportation (~5 trips/month).

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ALTCS

Arizona Long Term Care System

Requirements:

General:
Age 65+ or disabled, Arizona resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025):
~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
Asset Limits:
$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
AZ Specifics:
Covers tribal members; rural outreach.

Benefits without Contact:

Services: In-home care (6-8 hours/day), assisted living, nursing home care, medical services, transportation (10 trips/month).

AZ DES Non-Medical HCBS

Non-Medical Home and Community Based Services

Requirements:

General:
Age 60+, Arizona resident, at risk of institutionalization.
Income Limits:
~$2,000/month (individual, varies).
Asset Limits:
$10,000 (individual).
AZ Specifics:
Limited funding; waitlists common.

Benefits without Contact:

Services: Homemaker services (3-5 hours/week), respite care (up to 10 days/year), adult day care (~$60/day).

AZ SCSEP

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Requirements:

General:
Age 55+, Arizona resident, unemployed, low-income.
Income Limits (2025):
~$1,519/month (125% of poverty level, individual).
Asset Limits:
Not specified; income-driven.
AZ Specifics:
Wages at highest of federal/state/local minimum ($14.35/hour in 2025).

Benefits without Contact:

Services: Paid training (20 hours/week), job placement (avg. $300-$500/month earnings), career counseling.

AZ WAP

Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)

Requirements:

General:
Age 60+ priority, Arizona resident, own/rent home, low-income.
Income Limits (2025):
~$2,510/month (200% of poverty level, individual).
Asset Limits:
Not applicable; income-focused.
AZ Specifics:
High demand in rural desert areas; limited annual funds.

Benefits without Contact:

Services: Insulation, weather stripping, HVAC repairs (avg. $500-$1,000/year savings).

AZ Section 202

Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly

Requirements:

General:
Age 62+, Arizona resident, very low income, able to live independently with support.
Income Limits (2025):
~$1,645/month (50% of area median income, individual, varies by county).
Asset Limits:
$10,000 (individual, excludes home if owned).
AZ Specifics:
Limited units; high demand in metro areas like Phoenix.

Benefits without Contact:

Services: Subsidized rent (30% of income, e.g., $300-$500/month), on-site services (housekeeping, transportation, ~$200/month value).

AZ CARES

Arizona CARES Program

Requirements:

General:
Caregivers of Arizona residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.
Income Limits:
No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.
Asset Limits:
Not applicable; need-based.
AZ Specifics:
Focus on rural access; complements ALTCS respite.

Benefits without Contact:

Services: Respite care (up to 10 days/year), counseling (4-6 sessions/year), training (2-3 workshops/year), supplies (~$200/year).

AZ DES Non-Medical HCBS

AZ DES Non-Medical Home and Community Based Services (HCBS)

Requirements:

General:
Age 60+ or disabled, Arizona resident, need assistance with daily activities, not eligible for Medicaid/ALTCS.
Income Limits:
Above Medicaid threshold but low-income (~$1,500-$2,500/month, varies by region).
Asset Limits:
Not specified; income-driven eligibility.
AZ Specifics:
Targets those ineligible for ALTCS; prioritizes rural and tribal areas.