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Best Assisted Living in Arizona

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 575 assisted living communities in Arizona using Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in AZ
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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: 48The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Arizona. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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The information below is reported by the Arizona Department of Health Services, Bureau of Long Term Care Licensing.

Freedom Plaza Arizona
AL
HC
IL
MC
NH
Peoria (North Plaza Del Rio Boulevard)
111No 28 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed48A+Ian G Lewis
78
Facility 78
AZ AVG 82
Rank #13 / 53
18
12
Facility 12
AZ AVG 9
Rank #399 / 500
0.7
Facility 0.7
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #171 / 500
Amber Lights
AL
IL
MC
RC
Tucson
150Yes 15 1 Bed12A+Teresa L Merritt-2
0
Facility 0
AZ AVG 9
Rank #1 / 500
0.0
Facility 0.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #1 / 500
Terra Pointe Memory Care
AL
MC
RC
Glendale
84No 35 1 Bed / Companion Suite8A+Candice A Fine-4
0
Facility 0
AZ AVG 9
Rank #207 / 500
0.0
Facility 0.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #178 / 500
Silver Springs
AL
IL
MC
Green Valley (Santa Rita Springs)
107Yes 13 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed12A+Cathleene J Dabney-5
0
Facility 0
AZ AVG 9
Rank #148 / 500
0.0
Facility 0.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #126 / 500
The Retreat at Alameda
AL
IL
MC
Phoenix (Alameda Business Park)
104No 27 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed5C+Kari Curry-7
0
Facility 0
AZ AVG 9
Rank #372 / 500
0.0
Facility 0.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #283 / 500
Via Elegante
AL
MC
Tucson (Ruston Hills)
98No 5 Private Room / Semi-Private Room21A+Andrew J Briefer-2
0
Facility 0
AZ AVG 9
Rank #148 / 500
0.0
Facility 0.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #178 / 500
Shadow Mountain Memory Care
AL
MC
RC
Phoenix (Paradise Valley Oasis)
72Yes 70 Private / Companion Suites5A-Misty Farnstrom
95
Facility 95
AZ AVG 82
Rank #2 / 53
9
1
Facility 1
AZ AVG 9
Rank #207 / 500
0.1
Facility 0.1
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #126 / 500
The Enclave at Gilbert Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
Gilbert (South Val Vista Drive)
133Yes 35 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed8B-Briana Watson-8
0
Facility 0
AZ AVG 9
Rank #426 / 500
0.0
Facility 0.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #355 / 500
Atria Campana del Rio
AL
IL
MC
Tucson (Colonia Del Rio)
100Yes 65 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed14C+Suzanne M Porter-9
0
Facility 0
AZ AVG 9
Rank #326 / 500
0.0
Facility 0.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #217 / 500
Brookdale Peoria
AL
IL
MC
NH
Peoria (West Greenbrian Drive)
72Yes 56 Suite15B-Colleen Rookerson-2
0
Facility 0
AZ AVG 9
Rank #1 / 500
0.0
Facility 0.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #1 / 500
Scottsdale Village Square
AL
NH
IL
MC
RC
Scottsdale (South Scottsdale)
140Yes 49 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed8A-Jannea Downs
60
Facility 60
AZ AVG 82
Rank #49 / 53
12
65
Facility 65
AZ AVG 9
Rank #496 / 500
5.4
Facility 5.4
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #485 / 500
Inspirations of River Centre
AL
RC
Tucson (Villa Mesa)
112Yes 63 Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed8A+Danielle Oben-5
0
Facility 0
AZ AVG 9
Rank #366 / 500
0.0
Facility 0.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #346 / 500
Sunrise at River Road
AL
MC
Tucson (Foothills Heights)
110Yes 49 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed14A+Corrinne Quezada-7
0
Facility 0
AZ AVG 9
Rank #179 / 500
0.0
Facility 0.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #126 / 500
Mountain View Retirement Village
AL
IL
MC
RC
Tucson (La Canada Estates)
99Yes 10 1 Bed / 2 Bed11A+Andrew Rider-6
0
Facility 0
AZ AVG 9
Rank #409 / 500
0.0
Facility 0.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #358 / 500
MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Arcadia
AL
MC
Phoenix (Arcadia Lite)
135No 69 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed22A+Travis Garrard-7
0
Facility 0
AZ AVG 9
Rank #113 / 500
0.0
Facility 0.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #113 / 500
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Overview of Honeymilk Assisted Living

Honeymilk Assisted Living is a wonderful residential haven for seniors in Maricopa, AZ, where graceful living can be found. Their dedicated team offers specialized assisted living care, ensuring a cozy, intimate environment for just six residents. Dedicated professionals from diverse medical backgrounds deliver compassionate support tailored to individual needs, fostering a true sense of home.

This community offers a bright, wide-open space harmoniously combining the elegance of a private residence with the attentive care of a dedicated senior living community. With personalized 24/7 care, nutritious meal preparation, and various diverse activities, residents experience comfort, security, and well-being at Honeymilk Assisted Living.

Honeymilk Assisted Living is opening its doors to the public in summer 2024!

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Overview of Starfish Care Homes

A proud member of the Starfish Care Homes in Tucson, Starfish Village offers assisted living services while maintaining a healthy relationship between staff and residents. The senior assisted living home houses a team of dedicated staff who embody dedication and professionalism in providing healthy and well-balanced holistic wellness for its seniors. Starfish Village’s lifestyle centers its services on comfort and convenience, ensuring the needs of all its residents are holistically met. Accommodations include home-cooked meals, medication management, engaging activities, housekeeping, and ADLs.

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Overview of Arizona Sunset Assisted Living

Located in the city of Queen Creek, just north of the famous San Tan Mountain Regional Park, is Arizona Sunset Assisted Living. It is one of the senior living communities in the area that provides luxury homes and lifestyle without the luxury price tag. This assisted living facility boasts of its tight knit community among its residents and staff. Each resident may choose from their available rooms suited to their lifestyle; private master suite with its own bathroom, semi-private master suite, regular private room with private bathroom, and a semi private room.

Residents of Arizona Sunset Assisted Living enjoy a variety of services and amenities included in their stay. Such amenities include 24/7 availability of certified caregiver for supervision as well as assistance, medication management and administration, home cooked meals with consideration to dietary restrictions, assistance to daily living activities, and housekeeping and laundry services. Aside from all the amenities, this home also ensures that the residents stay engaged with the community, Arizona Sunset Assisted Living takes care of that by creating programs and regular activities, ensuring its residents stay physically and mentally active.

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Overview of Adobe Country Gables

Adobe Country Gables, located in Peoria, AZ, provides a maintenance-free senior living facility that also offers assisted living and memory care. With a lifelong dedication to increasing seniors’ quality of life, the community works hard to develop a care plan that meets their specific needs and preferences. This community promotes a dynamic and welcoming environment in which seniors can feel at home and live their lives to the fullest.

Enjoy quality time with friends and take part in a robust calendar of engaging activities and programs, including supervised field trips, arts and crafts, and more. The community also provides nutritious and delicious meals tailored to meet dietary preferences and needs. Adobe Country Gables is well-suited for seniors who wish to maintain their independence while benefiting from high-quality care.

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Overview of Fellowship Square Surprise

Fellowship Square is an exceptional not-for-profit Christian care community that goes above and beyond to provide excellent services tailored to seniors’ needs, including affordable assisted living. With independent living, memory care, skilled nursing, and healthcare services all in one place, this remarkable community creates an environment of peace and security for its residents.

The grounds are meticulously maintained, offering a serene and inviting atmosphere to call home in beautiful Surprise, Arizona. With emergency call systems in place, caregivers are available 24/7, ensuring residents receive immediate assistance. Weekly housekeeping and laundry services alleviate the burden of household chores, allowing residents to focus on the things that truly matter. Whether receiving top-notch healthcare services or engaging in social activities, every aspect of life at Fellowship Square is designed to enhance well-being and create meaningful connections.

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Overview of Majestic Rose Care Home

Discover the warmth and care of Majestic Rose Care Home, conveniently situated in Gilbert, AZ, offering assisted living and memory care services. The community is dedicated to providing the highest quality of care, along with a comfortable, caring, and lively environment for its residents. Well-appointed and convenient accommodations are available and tailored to the needs of its residents. With a highly trained and compassionate team, the community ensures round-the-clock personalized care and support that every resident deserves.

Explore its exceptional amenities and services including three delightful meals and snacks daily based on dietary needs as well as a maintenance-free lifestyle. Visit its beautifully designed multiple common areas to meet new friends and create meaningful memories together. Participate in diverse social activities and life-enhancement programs to boost engagement and growth. With Majestic Rose Care Home, seniors can enjoy an empowering and worry-free retirement.

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Overview of Fellowship Square Brown and Center Independent Living

Located in Mesa, Arizona, Fellowship Square Brown and Center is a compassionate assisted living community dedicated to enhancing the lifestyle of its residents. The community provides housekeeping services and maintains a 24/7 available staff to ensure that residents are always safe and comfortable. With a full-time activities director overseeing daily on-site activities, residents can enjoy wholesome moments filled with leisure and social interaction. The community also offers pet therapy for those who love animals and boasts an outdoor common area surrounded by beautiful scenery.

Fellowship Square Brown and Center has thoughtfully incorporated a range of amenities and services tailored to meet the specific needs of seniors. With convenient access to local shopping centers, picturesque parks, and other recreational establishments. The community strives to create an environment where fun and enjoyment are abundant, ensuring that the spirit of joy and fulfillment is always present.

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Overview of Oakmont Assisted Living

Oakmont Assisted Living is considerably one of the few communities in Scottsdale, just a few minutes from Phoenix, that provides the best luxurious care for assisted living, memory care, and hospice care residents. It’s a community composed of passionate individuals who are committed to offering the highest quality of care for those in need. They pride themselves with being a professional care staff that places the elderly at the top of their priority. The resident-centered community is known for its personalized care that is tailored to fit the unique needs of each individual.  Oakmont Assisted Living has endless opportunities that many seniors will find interesting, because it’s never too late to try something new. 

Oakmont Senior Living in Scottsdale is acknowledged as the prime retirement home. This is due to genuine and passionate care found in their services. From relaxing at the on-site theater to socializing at their own bar and lounge– the community has prided themselves on the luxurious and classy interior design that they have envisioned. Their engaging activities and programs are encouraged by staff for residents to take advantage of, as their lifestyle revolves around vitality, joy, and ease that are not found in many homes.

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Overview of Kozy Gardens Assisted Living

Providing care for over 16 years, Kozy Gardens situated in the harmonious neighborhood of East Bellevue Street, Tucson, AZ, is an idyllic senior living community that offers assisted living. To ensure residents’ needs are taken care of, the community also provides medication administration, beautician visits, physical therapy, hospice, and palliative care. Featuring six private and shared rooms, the community promises a cozy and welcoming residence. Kozy Gardens strives to provide the highest quality of care and assistance with a compassionate and well-trained team prepared to lend their help around the clock.

Relive passions and explore new interests through a jam-packed calendar of activities provided to ensure seniors’ enjoyment and wellness. Enjoy the company of friends with delightful and healthy meals served three times a day to satisfy residents’ dietary requirements and cravings. Kozy Gardens is committed to enhancing seniors’ quality of life and providing a safe place to live their lives as they want.

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Overview of Best Elderly Care

Best Elderly Care lives up to its name by providing unparalleled professional services tailored for seniors. What makes them special is their collaboration with medical experts, enhancing the scope of their offerings to include hospice care, home healthcare, ambulatory treatment, and laboratory services. These extensive services are seamlessly woven into a vibrant mix of activities, making each day truly worthwhile for the residents. Whether it’s engaging in fun rounds of bingo, leisurely walks, or stimulating games and puzzles, there’s no lack of entertainment.
Established since 2000, this facility has mastered the art of caregiving, offering not just support but a sense of belonging to the residents and their families. Their personal accommodations are thoughtfully designed to cater to the unique needs of seniors, ensuring both comfort and safety. Families are sure to find comfort and peace of mind for their professional care offered in the heart of Scottsdale, Arizona.

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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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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 575 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.