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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 American Care Homes, INC.

Live a blissful retirement at American Care Homes Inc., a distinct community in Phoenix, AZ, offering assisted living. Here, residents do not have to worry about their daily living activities and personal needs with a compassionate and well-trained team, providing exceptional care around the clock. Cozy and specially designed accommodations are provided in a warm and welcoming environment, ensuring residents can feel at ease during their stay.

A carefully curated calendar of exciting events and engaging programs is conducted, encouraging residents to live actively and maintain social connections. With delectable and nutritious meals, residents enjoy a hassle-free dining experience that caters to their dietary needs and preferences. The community’s dedicated services and well-maintained amenities make it a great option for those seeking to have the finest retirement experience.

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Overview of American Care Homes, INC.

Spend your golden years at American Care Homes Inc., a distinct community in Phoenix, AZ, offering assisted living. A compassionate and well-trained team provides top-notch care tailored to residents’ unique needs and daily living activities around the clock. The community also features beautifully furnished and cozy accommodations that aim to keep residents comfortable and safe.

Here, residents can live actively and make new friends with a jam-packed calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs that highlight their interests and capabilities. Delicious and well-balanced meals are also prepared, ensuring residents have a hassle-free dining experience that caters to their dietary needs and preferences. With its bright and friendly environment, residents are guaranteed the finest retirement experience.

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Overview of Visions Assisted Living

Visions Assisted Living at Mesa offers senior living near me in the Mesa, Arizona area a desirable living option focused on quality, service, and value. Their commitment starts with helping you choose Visions as your new home, ensuring a smooth transition.

Visions offers assisted living and memory care services designed to empower residents to live life to the fullest.  Their beautifully designed community features amenities like family-style dining, engaging activity programs, walking paths, and a beauty salon, all promoting resident independence and social interaction. Apartments are available in private and shared suites, with housekeeping, utilities (except phone), and climate control included.  Visions provides a variety of care plans to meet individual needs, including assistance with daily living activities, medication management, and incontinence care.

A 24-hour staff is always available to ensure resident safety and well-being.  Regular wellness checks by nurses and a life enrichment program offering social, mental, and physical activities contribute to a holistic approach to senior care. Visions Assisted Living offers various service packages to suit individual needs.  These range from basic amenities and activities to comprehensive care plans including assistance with bathing, dressing, and medication management.

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Overview of The Palms at Sun City Independent & Assisted Senior Living

The Palms at Sun City is a blissful senior living community in Sun City, Arizona, offering both Independent and Assisted Living options. Located in a town specifically designed for seniors, The Palms is close to recreation centers, shopping, entertainment districts, major sports facilities, and medical services. Seniors will enjoy the largest Independent floor plans in Sun City and the warm, boutique Assisted Living section. This resort-style community promises a vibrant and fulfilling lifestyle, providing a perfect blend of convenience, friendship, and fun.

Committed to giving its residents an enriched life without the burden of chores, the community offers a range of convenient services, including weekly housekeeping and linen services, complimentary laundry services, and a weekly shuttle for excursions. Additional amenities include private transportation for appointments, a beauty salon and barber shop, an urban backyard patio, a library, a gym with daily exercise classes, and all-inclusive dining with a variety of delicious options available all day.

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Overview of Marigold Assisted Living

Enjoy unrivaled care and support from the astounding senior living community of Marigold Assisted Living residing in the peaceful neighborhood of East Redwood Lane, Phoenix, AZ, that offers assisted living. Featuring different levels of care, the community works hard to devise care plans that best match seniors’ needs and preferences. Keep peace of mind with a team of compassionate and highly qualified professionals lending extra hands 24/7.

The community makes use of innovative technologies to provide seniors with a convenient and comfortable lifestyle. With a jam-packed calendar of enjoyable activities and engaging programs, residents discover new interests and relive old hobbies for leisure and wellness. Home-cooked meals are served to provide a delightful dining experience that satisfies cravings and nutritional needs. Marigold Assisted Living is committed to delivering the highest standard of care for seniors to thrive.

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Overview of Agape Care Home of Scottsdale

Established in 2002, Agape Care Home of Scottsdale has been dedicated to providing seniors with an exceptional assisted living experience. The facility ensures an elevated lifestyle for residents, offering a comprehensive range of health support options and serving nutritious meals daily. With 24/7 emergency care services, residents can rest assured knowing that their needs are always a top priority. The home is designed to create a warm and inviting atmosphere, with well-lit spaces and cozy interiors that evoke a sense of comfort and belonging.

Agape Care Home understands the importance of feeling at home, striving to cultivate an environment where residents feel valued and cared for. In addition to comfortable living spaces, Agape Care Home offers a diverse range of daily activities to enrich residents’ lives and promote social engagement. Whether it’s participating in arts and crafts sessions or networking with peers, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

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Overview of Westchester Garden Court

Nestled in the neighborhood of Tempe, Arizona, Westchester Garden Court is a dynamic senior living community that offers a serene background for assisted living and memory care. Residents here are provided with well-curated living spaces tailored to accommodate their unique needs and preferences. A reliable care team is available to help residents with their daily living activities and provide them individualized services that work best for them.

Dedicated to helping its residents attain a well-rounded lifestyle, the community also offers an array of engaging programs that provide them opportunities for socialization, learning, and enrichment. With personalized care plans and compassionate caregiving teams, residents at Westchester Garden Court are guaranteed to experience and enjoy supportive services that honors their individuality.

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Overview of Belmont Village Senior Living Scottsdale

Belmont Village Senior Living Scottsdale is an award-winning senior living community that offers assisted living care. With the perfect blend of comfort, care and active living, their Frank Lloyd Wright-style community will surely provide a premier senior living experience. The place is also surrounded by premier dining, shopping, entertainment and nearby numerous places of worship and just a short drive from world-class healthcare facilities including Mayo Hospital, HonorHealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center, HonorHealth Scottsdale Thompson Peak, Banner Alzheimer’s Institute and Barrow Neurological Institute.

Belmont Village has always set the high standard of care for decades. With their range of enrichment programs, high standard of care and service, and award winning care, they have helped their residents live an engaging and purposeful life.

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Overview of Casa Buena Vista Assisted Living

Nestled in charming Chandler, AZ, Casa Buena Vista Assisted Living offers adaptable care tailored to individual needs. This well-structured community empowers residents to maintain independence while enjoying maintenance-free living. With a range of living arrangements and assistance options, seniors can focus on the activities they love, confident that support is always available when needed.

Explore its exceptional amenities and services including daily activities assistance, medication management, housekeeping, transportation services, and more. Create unforgettable memories with new companions within beautifully created shared spaces of this community and engage in various recreational activities and social activities that you will surely love. Each day is crafted to celebrate life, fun, and comfort in this place. With Casa Buena Vista Assisted Living, seniors are assured of an ultimately secure and relaxing living experience.

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Overview of At Home in Cholla

As its name suggests, At Home in Cholla offers a cozy home-like environment that encourages seniors to feel like right at ‘home’. The atmosphere heeds a stimulating engaging lifestyle for seniors by encouraging fellow residents to engage in community activities and programs. At Home in Cholla is a cozy senior living home where endless opportunities await to be discovered.

At Home is committed to empower the independence and individuality of its residents; they ensure that seniors are able to continue to live a purposeful life while receiving support from helpful services and comprehensive amenities– ADLs, transfer assistance, indoor and outdoor common areas, and 24/7 nursing care.

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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.