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Info below is compiled from the AZ Dept. of Health Services (ADHS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Inspira Gateway by Cogir
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
Mesa
165
Facility 165
AZ AVG 47
Rank #16 / 448
CYes
51
Facility 51
AZ AVG 35
Rank #131 / 534
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
4
Facility 4
AZ AVG 11
Rank #340 / 450
-Amber Mccord2
13
Facility 13
AZ AVG 9
Rank #324 / 432
6.5
Facility 6.5
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #400 / 432
ACOYA Mesa by Cogir
AL
IL
MC
Mesa
188
Facility 188
AZ AVG 47
Rank #14 / 448
CYes
41
Facility 41
AZ AVG 35
Rank #208 / 534
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
3
Facility 3
AZ AVG 11
Rank #340 / 450
-Janette Hansen7
18
Facility 18
AZ AVG 9
Rank #360 / 432
2.6
Facility 2.6
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #284 / 432
Merrill Gardens at Anthem
AL
IL
MC
Anthem
149
Facility 149
AZ AVG 47
Rank #28 / 448
CYes
5
Facility 5
AZ AVG 35
Rank #505 / 534
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
9
Facility 9
AZ AVG 11
Rank #177 / 450
-Harold D Bermudez2
8
Facility 8
AZ AVG 9
Rank #248 / 432
4.0
Facility 4.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #349 / 432
Sky Ridge Senior Living
AL
MC
Gilbert
121
Facility 121
AZ AVG 47
Rank #60 / 448
C+Yes
29
Facility 29
AZ AVG 35
Rank #300 / 534
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
4
Facility 4
AZ AVG 11
Rank #309 / 450
-Kyle F Hinckley4
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 9
Rank #282 / 432
2.5
Facility 2.5
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #275 / 432
MorningStar Senior Living at Golden Ridge
AL
IL
MC
Peoria (Haciendas Del Sol)
124
Facility 124
AZ AVG 47
Rank #56 / 448
C+Yes
40
Facility 40
AZ AVG 35
Rank #214 / 534
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
7
Facility 7
AZ AVG 11
Rank #214 / 450
-Kelci D Franks14
29
Facility 29
AZ AVG 9
Rank #397 / 432
2.1
Facility 2.1
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #255 / 432
Caring Hearts Senior Care
AL
Surprise (Continental At Kingswood)
8
Facility 8
AZ AVG 47
Rank #343 / 448
C+No
56
Facility 56
AZ AVG 35
Rank #101 / 534
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
3
Facility 3
AZ AVG 11
Rank #340 / 450
-Rafael Velciu2
6
Facility 6
AZ AVG 9
Rank #205 / 432
3.0
Facility 3.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #301 / 432
Paradise Valley Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
RC
Phoenix (Paradise Valley Village)
118
Facility 118
AZ AVG 47
Rank #66 / 448
DYes
65
Facility 65
AZ AVG 35
Rank #46 / 534
1 Bed / 2 Bed
18
Facility 18
AZ AVG 11
Rank #90 / 450
A+Carlos Gerena19
77
Facility 77
AZ AVG 9
Rank #430 / 432
4.1
Facility 4.1
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #359 / 432
Woodmark At Sun City
AL
IL
MC
RC
Sun City
138
Facility 138
AZ AVG 47
Rank #39 / 448
D-Yes
47
Facility 47
AZ AVG 35
Rank #163 / 534
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
28
Facility 28
AZ AVG 11
Rank #29 / 450
A+Charlane M Newby16
73
Facility 73
AZ AVG 9
Rank #429 / 432
4.6
Facility 4.6
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #363 / 432
The Palazzo
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Phoenix (Leescroft)
66
Facility 66
AZ AVG 47
Rank #134 / 448
B-No
68
Facility 68
AZ AVG 35
Rank #33 / 534
-
2
Facility 2
AZ AVG 11
Rank #415 / 450
-Charles B Kerby5
0
Facility 0
AZ AVG 9
Rank #422 / 432
0.0
Facility 0.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #377 / 432
Aslan Assisted Living
AL
Tucson (Carson Corner)
10ANo
45
Facility 45
AZ AVG 35
Rank #179 / 534
-
7
Facility 7
AZ AVG 11
Rank #250 / 450
A+Oscar Hernandez Rojo200.0

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other AZ assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 561 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Inspira Gateway by Cogir

Inspira Gateway by Cogir is a continuing care retirement community in Mesa, AZ, with independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care. Assisted living adds help with bathing, dressing, medication management, and similar tasks, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for residents at risk of wandering. Having all three care levels in one community can suit someone whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move elsewhere.

The community has 165 beds and offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences. A studio keeps one resident’s living space in a single room, while a two-bedroom residence can work for a couple moving together or for someone who wants a companion. Pets are allowed, so residents can continue living with a pet at the community.

A Walk Score of 51 places the area in the somewhat walkable band. Some errands can be done on foot, and a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach certain nearby destinations independently. Amber Mccord serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Acoya Mesa by Cogir

Tucked in the quiet neighborhood of East Brown Road, Mesa, AZ, ACOYA Mesa is an extraordinary senior living community offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Live in comfort and luxury with cozy and elegant floor plans, including studio and one-bedroom apartments. The community ensures seniors’ needs and aspirations are well-cared for with an innovative approach.

Explore new interests and rediscover old hobbies with several fun things to do and programs to learn from. With a kind and experienced team caring for household chores and other mundane activities, seniors have more time to enjoy an active and engaged lifestyle. The community serves delicious and healthy restaurant-style meals, satisfying seniors’ dietary needs and tastes. ACOYA Mesa strives to provide a safe place for seniors to experience a glorious retirement surrounded by wonderful amenities and serene landscapes.

Starting Price $3,595/Month

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Overview of Merrill Gardens at Anthem

Merrill Gardens at Anthem offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Anthem, AZ. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps an apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and having all three care levels in one community can support a resident whose needs grow without requiring a move elsewhere.

Respite care is also available for short stays. This can suit a family caregiver who needs time to travel or recover. Housing includes studios, one bedroom apartments, and two bedroom apartments, with a two bedroom layout able to accommodate a couple moving together and a studio offering one private living space. The community has 149 beds, and the starting price is $3,700 per month, giving families an initial figure for monthly budgeting.

Residents may bring pets, use the swimming pool, and participate in the wellness program. Anytime dining lets residents eat on a flexible schedule, while transportation options provide community transportation. Harold D Bermudez serves as the administrator. Merrill Gardens at Anthem may be a good fit for someone who could benefit from having independent living, assisted living, and memory care available within one community.

Starting Price $3,700/Month

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Sky Ridge Senior Living

1445 E Willis Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85297
Overview of Sky Ridge Senior Living

Sky Ridge Senior Living is four years old, a relatively young facility for this kind of care, but not a small one. The two-story building at 1445 E Willis Rd in Gilbert holds 121 beds across studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom units, covering both assisted living and memory care. Gilbert I Mls LLC owns the community, and Kyle F Hinckley serves as administrator. The Walk Score is 29, somewhat walkable, a few things reachable on foot, but most trips still mean a drive.

Day-to-day, care includes daily health checks and medication management, and that holds whether a resident is there for a short stay or settling in long-term. Scheduled local transportation is available on request, and each resident gets an activity calendar with a planned lineup of classes and outings, not a generic one-size-fits-all schedule. Pets are welcome, too.

On the regulatory side, inspections here, conducted by the Arizona Department of Health Services, have tended to center on three areas: staffing and staff credentials, care planning and documentation, and fall and injury prevention.

Sky Ridge Senior Living reads as a newer, sizable Gilbert community built around daily health monitoring and structured activity programming, with room options and stay lengths flexible enough to work for both short-term and long-term residents.

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Overview of MorningStar Senior Living at Golden Ridge

MorningStar Senior Living at Golden Ridge offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Peoria, AZ. Independent living means a resident has a private home with community services but no daily care, while assisted living adds help with bathing, dressing, and medication while preserving a private living space. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, along with a secure courtyard reserved for memory care.

The community has 124 beds and opened in 2023. Residents can choose studios, one bedroom residences, or two bedroom residences. A studio offers one private space, while a two bedroom layout can work for a couple moving together or for someone who wants a companion. Respite care provides short stays when a family’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Monthly prices start at $4,925, giving families a starting point for budgeting, although that figure is not tied to a specific care level. Medicare is accepted, and Kelci D Franks serves as the administrator. Residents can use the swimming pool, salon, spa, and community transportation, while wellness programming includes music, dance, art, aromatherapy, and animals. Courtyards add outdoor space, including the secured memory care area, and rehabilitation services are available on site. The area is car dependent, so most errands require a car or a ride; the confirmed transportation service may help residents who do not drive. With independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care in one community, MorningStar Senior Living at Golden Ridge may suit a resident whose needs could change over time or a family seeking a short term caregiving option.

Starting Price $4,925/Month

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Overview of Caring Hearts Senior Care

Beautifully set in the harmonious neighborhood of West Memory Lane, Surprise, AZ, Caring Hearts Senior Care is an outstanding community that offers assisted living. With its purposely designed and cozy accommodations, residents will surely have a comfortable and safe retirement. A compassionate and highly trained team attends to residents’ needs to ensure a worry-free retirement.

A jam-packed calendar of fun activities and engaging programs are conducted for residents to remain socially connected and active. Medication management and non-ambulatory care are provided for residents’ healthcare needs. Healthy and delicious meals are served to meet dietary needs and tastes. The community is great for those who need extra support in living their day-to-day lives with its dedicated services.

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Overview of Paradise Valley Senior Living

Paradise Valley Senior Living offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Phoenix, AZ. Assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication while the resident keeps an apartment. Independent living supports private living with community services and no daily care, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Respite care offers a short stay when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Several care levels are available in one community, which can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time because care can change without leaving the community. The 118-bed community offers one-bedroom and two-bedroom homes. A two-bedroom home may work for a couple moving together or for someone who wants a companion.

Carlos Gerena serves as the administrator, and pets are allowed so residents can continue living with a pet. With a Walk Score of 65, the area is somewhat walkable, meaning some errands can be done on foot. A resident who no longer drives may still be able to handle certain nearby errands independently.

Residents can use the garden courtyard and join exercise classes, art classes, life skills classes, devotional services, coffee chats, creative crafts, and group outings. These scheduled options give residents different ways to spend time and take part in activities. Financial Planning is also available as a specific program focused on managing personal finances.

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Woodmark At Sun City

17207 N Boswell Blvd, Sun City, AZ 85373
Overview of Woodmark at Sun City

Situated just off Bell Road, The Woodmark at Sun City presents a truly enriching living experience, offering a harmonious blend of independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Set in a modern yet classically stylish environment, the community exudes warmth and coziness, with wood-style flooring and private patios or balconies providing a perfect retreat. The attention to detail shines through in every aspect, from impeccable housekeeping and trash services to seamless cleaning and laundry assistance, elevating the senior living experience to new heights.

With around-the-clock assistance and culinary experiences that delight the senses, it becomes an ideal haven where seniors thrive. Residents find a variety of floor plans to choose from, ranging from studios to one and two-bedroom layouts, ensuring a comfortable and tailored living space. Convenience is key, with Starbucks, Pizza Hut, Arrowhead Mall, and prominent healthcare centers like Banner Boswell Medical Center and Abrazo Arrowhead Hospital all within easy reach.

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Overview of The Palazzo

The Palazzo is a nursing home offering assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing in the Leescroft neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private living space; memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering; nursing home and skilled nursing care provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock. With several care levels in one community, The Palazzo may suit a resident whose needs grow over time and who may be able to move between care levels without leaving the community.

The community has 66 beds and an 80% occupancy rate, meaning 80% of its beds are occupied. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 6 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nurse staffing time allocated to each resident.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted. Medicare can apply to short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid may help when savings do not cover a long stay, and private pay means the family or resident pays directly. Charles B Kerby serves as administrator, and a Walk Score of 68 makes the area somewhat walkable, so some errands can be done on foot for a resident who no longer drives.

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Overview of Aslan Assisted Living

Aslan Assisted Living provides assisted living in Tucson, Arizona, in the Carson Corner neighborhood. Assisted living gives residents help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing and taking medication while they maintain their own living space.

The community opened in 1990 and has 10 beds, creating a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know one another. A Walk Score of 45 places the area in a car dependent category, so most errands require a car or a ride, and residents who no longer drive would generally need a ride for those trips.

Oscar Hernandez Rojo serves as the administrator. Residents can spend time in the garden and join recreational, spiritual and entertaining activities, including music, bingo, loteria and board games.

In house hairdressing and manicures are also available by request. Aslan Assisted Living may be a good fit for someone seeking assisted living in a small community with outdoor space and on site recreational and grooming services.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Assisted Living in Arizona at a glance

Avg Monthly Cost: $6,757The average monthly cost across facilities in Arizona. Reflects published or estimated base rates and can vary with care level, room type, and amenities. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: $5,600
Avg Walk Score: 35/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Arizona. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 47The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Arizona. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Arizona

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Arizona?

Assisted living in Arizona supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Arizona?

Assisted living in Arizona is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Arizona Medicaid cover assisted living?

Arizona Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including Arizona) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.

How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?

This page features 561 assisted living facilities in Arizona. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Arizona?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Arizona, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Arizona?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.