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Desert Springs

30 West Lambert Lane, Oro Valley, AZ 85737

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9.0
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44 reviews
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9.0
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44 reviews
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  • 4 star
    20%
  • 3 star
    7%
  • 2 star
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Anonymous

Resident/client

4.0 out of 5 stars

Review for Desert Springs

The facility is very open and bright. The managers and assistant managers live on premises, so they are always available when needed. The staff are friendly and hard-working. And there is a strong sense of community here.

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Desert Springs

Desert Springs is a gorgeous retirement community with a campus that provides stunning views of the landscape of the Sonoran Desert. Active seniors will enjoy easy access to Linda Vista State Park, Catalina State Park, Honey Bee Canyon Park, and Tohono Chul Botanical Gardens. On-site senior care and rehabilitation therapies are available, and an on-site management team is available day and night to offer aid and assistance, as needed.

Community Services and Amenities

Cypress Springs is perfect for independent seniors wishing to continue their active retirement lifestyle. The community offers tons of opportunities to participate in the arts, learn new skills, and enjoy intellectual and cultural pursuits. Popular activities include:

  • creative writing classes
  • book and garden clubs
  • discussion groups
  • creative arts projects
  • scheduled outings
  • social events
  • cooking demonstrations
  • …and more!

This community offers independent living in a safe, caring environment where seniors can be surrounded by their peers. Professional and attentive staff are always available to check up on resident needs. Physical and occupational therapy is available on-site, and Desert Springs can also coordinate with private home care providers to help with more advanced medical needs.

For a reasonable fee, residents enjoy access to regular fitness programs, three chef-prepared meals served daily, planned activities and events, weekly housekeeping and linen services, transportation...

Senior living options offered

  • Independent Living

Desert Springs

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for Desert Springs

9 out of 10
Review Score44 reviewsWrite a review
Overall Experience
4.4
Cleanliness
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
Care Services
4.5
Staff
4.6
Meals & Dining
4.5
Activities
4.6
Value for Cost
4.5

A Place for Mom has scored Desert Springs with 9 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 3 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time, Desert Springs has 44 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 4.4 out of 5.

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Last Updated: 3/20/25

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Anonymous

Independent Living

Resident/client

March 20, 2025

4.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
4.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
4.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Review for Desert Springs

The facility is very open and bright. The managers and assistant managers live on premises, so they are always available when needed. The staff are friendly and hard-working. And there is a strong sense of community here.

Anonymous

Independent Living

Resident/client

March 7, 2025

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Review for Desert Springs

Good management, friendly people , efficient staff, well maintained facilities, good variety of food. Two things manager and friendly people. They have what they call ambassadors who share a meal with a visitor and answer any questions plus tell more details about Desert Springs from an occupant view point.

Beler W

Independent Living

Resident/client

November 9, 2024

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Very Impressed

This is my second experience with them and both were very positive. I like the attitude of the staff. The food was very good and the variety worked for me. A lot of activities and the rooms were well maintained.

Elizabeth T

Independent Living

July 18, 2024

4.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
4.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
3.0

I like it. The people that work there are very friendly.

Deseret Springs is a great place to live. The start are wonderful. There are lots of activities there every day. The food is pretty good. And they have a van that takes us to appointments. My appointment is very nice. It is quite small but it really nice.

Anonymous

Independent Living

Resident/client

May 21, 2024

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
4.0

Definitely recommended

The facility is attractive and very bright-- lots of natural light both in the common areas and in the rooms. We just went through a renovation of all the common areas with minimal disruption and good results. The staff is very friendly, accommodating, welcoming and supportive. Within a few days, they all knew my name. Housekeeping is weekly and is efficient. The managers referred me to a company for help with the move-in process. It was an amazingly smooth process. The meals are good quality, and there are multiple menu options for alternate and healthy choices. They also just installed a refrigerator where residents who may have missed a meal can pick up a sandwich, salad, fruit, yogurt, etc. any time. I would definitely recommend Desert Springs!

Anonymous

Independent Living

Resident/client

January 9, 2024

4.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
4.0
Friendliness
4.0
Value for Cost
4.0
Care Services
4.0
Activities
4.0
Staff
4.0
Meals & Dining
4.0

Review for Desert Springs

I picked this community because of the meals, apartment, independent living, and it's clean. I would recommend to others.

Beler

Independent Living

Resident/client

July 10, 2023

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Would recommend. All around great community, and a good value.

Desert Springs has been great in all aspects. The staff were great, food was good, and the self serve ice cream and popcorn went over very well. A lot of well planned activities and great facility. I felt the price for what was offered was good. They also had a care service on site if needed.

Anonymous

Independent Living

Resident/client

July 7, 2023

5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Super friendly

When it comes to the activities I wish they had yoga or Pilates. I haven't needed care. Management is great yet new. They need to pay attention to the upkeep of facilities. Was disappointed that the room hadn't been checked as the toilet wax dirty

Lisa Oliver-Connolly

Independent Living

Family/friend

October 5, 2022

5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Excellent facility!

Desert Springs – Oro Valley is a phenomenal living experience! My parents have been looking for the right place to move for several years and have visited many communities. While many had a lot to offer, when they found Desert Springs, they found their home! The community is so warm and welcoming. The people living there have made them feel right at home since the first time they went there. They have been able to discuss some of their questions with many of the residents and have found solutions to each thing they were concerned about. The staff is beyond fantastic! [Name removed], sales manager, is epitome of professionalism, kindness and knowledgeable. He will go out of his way to help find an answer for a resident or their families. He approached my parents gently and reached out when an opening for a beautiful apartment became available. With his guidance, they selected this apartment! The management team lives onsite and are also super nice and knowledgeable. It is a comfort to kn

Edie Ponyman

Independent Living

Resident/client

August 27, 2022

3.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
4.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
3.0
Staff
4.0
Meals & Dining
4.0

Would like To see bathroom

Very interested in how the showers are handicapped friendly

Beler

Independent Living

Resident/client

August 9, 2022

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Best place in Tucson

Ideal place to go.

SM

Independent Living

Family/friend

July 5, 2022

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
3.0
Activities
3.0
Staff
3.0
Meals & Dining
3.0

Would Recommend

Great place for independent seniors.

Anonymous

Independent Living

Resident/client

March 29, 2022

2.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
4.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
4.0
Staff
3.0

Wish It Was a Better Experience

I had a bad experience with a staff member at Desert Springs. The director is trying to work on this with me to resolve. The apartment is nice and I have nice views out my window. There is a kitchenette in the apartment. There is housekeeping once a week provided. They will wash linens as well, and take the trash out for the residents.

Lou

Independent Living

Toured community

August 20, 2021

5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Staff
5.0

Caring and informative

Visited Desert Springs in Oro valley to inquire about a place for my mom. Met [name removed] who greeted me and showed me around. She was very caring, helpful, and informative. The place is very nice as was the staff. Signed a contract for an apartment for my mom but as time got close it was determined she would need 24/7 care. So I had to change plans and put my mom in a nursing home. [Name removed] was very understanding and only wished for the best outcome. I appreciate her caring. I recommend Desert Springs highly.

anonymous

Independent Living

Family/friend

March 25, 2021

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

A Great Independent Living Community

Desert Springs is a very nice place. We found it very easy to work with them as far as moving in and out. Even in independent living, they would always gladly check on my loved one. They were very helpful. After a hospital stay, they were bringing all his meals and checking in on him, which is above and beyond what an independent living does. It seems like they offered quite a few activities even with Covid going on. The grounds were always spotless.

Larry and Candy

Independent Living

Resident/client

February 18, 2019

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0

Review of Desert Springs

We investigated, visited and toured several communities when deciding to move to a retirement community. Desert Springs had more to offer, by far, of what we were looking for, ie, separate and private living area (such as a casita), 3 tasty meals each day, attractive architecture, tastefully and artfully decorated interior, well maintained community and adequate staffing in all areas, the pricing for Desert Springs is very reasonable and competitive with only a month to month commitment. As essential "must"have" is skilled, capable, caring and professional management staff - this is a key element for any retirement community and it is a "shining star" area for Desert Springs as the management team is truly outstanding. We highly recommend Desert Springs as an outstanding, active and well maintained retirement community.

Mildred

Independent Living

Resident/client

February 18, 2019

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0

Review of Desert Springs

When my husband and I decided we needed to slow down and move into some kind of retirement home, we visited several in our community. This one seemed very good. We have great managers and lots of fun activities to keep us from just sitting in our room. I would say it is the best place to retire and start the next phase of your life!

Payton Davies

Independent Living

Resident/client

February 18, 2019

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0

Review of Desert Springs

I am very impressed with Desert Springs. It is the best independent living facility that I have seen. The staff is excellent - they work so well together. Lunch was wonderful. And they have a lively group of people playing songs

Rudy and Kay

Independent Living

Resident/client

February 18, 2019

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0

Review of Desert Springs

Living here for 7+ years. Food good and plentiful. Current management very good and attentive. Did have some issues over a year ago but were solved. Lots of activities daily if you are bored get up and participate! Would recommend it (and have!) to others!

Herbert Roth

Independent Living

Resident/client

February 18, 2019

5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0

Great place. Everything is very convenient. Great food, Never run out of hot water. Housekeeping - excellent Laundry room - always available.

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