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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) | 111 | No | 28 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 48 | A+ | Ian G Lewis | 78
Facility
78
AZ AVG
82
Rank
#13 / 53 | 18 | 13
Facility
13
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#467 / 500 | 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 | 150 | Yes | 15 | 1 Bed | 12 | A+ | Teresa L Merritt | - | 2 | 1
Facility
1
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#174 / 500 | 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 | 84 | No | 35 | 1 Bed / Companion Suite | 8 | A+ | Candice A Fine | - | 4 | 4
Facility
4
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#350 / 500 | 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) | 107 | Yes | 13 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 12 | A+ | Cathleene J Dabney | - | 5 | 2
Facility
2
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#267 / 500 | 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) | 104 | No | 27 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 5 | C+ | Kari Curry | - | 7 | 6
Facility
6
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#397 / 500 | 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) | 98 | No | 5 | Private Room / Semi-Private Room | 21 | A+ | Andrew J Briefer | - | 2 | 1
Facility
1
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#174 / 500 | 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) | 72 | Yes | 70 | Private / Companion Suites | 5 | A- | Misty Farnstrom | 95
Facility
95
AZ AVG
82
Rank
#2 / 53 | 9 | 8
Facility
8
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#427 / 500 | 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) | 133 | Yes | 35 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 8 | B- | Briana Watson | - | 8 | 8
Facility
8
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#427 / 500 | 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) | 100 | Yes | 65 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 14 | C+ | Suzanne M Porter | - | 9 | 7
Facility
7
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#418 / 500 | 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) | 72 | Yes | 56 | Suite | 15 | B- | Colleen Rookerson | - | 2 | 0
Facility
0
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#1 / 500 | 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) | 140 | Yes | 49 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 8 | A- | Jannea Downs | 60
Facility
60
AZ AVG
82
Rank
#49 / 53 | 12 | 11
Facility
11
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#454 / 500 | 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) | 112 | Yes | 63 | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 8 | A+ | Danielle Oben | - | 5 | 4
Facility
4
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#350 / 500 | 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) | 110 | Yes | 49 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 14 | A+ | Corrinne Quezada | - | 7 | 4
Facility
4
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#350 / 500 | 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) | 99 | Yes | 10 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 11 | A+ | Andrew Rider | - | 6 | 6
Facility
6
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#397 / 500 | 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) | 135 | No | 69 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 22 | A+ | Travis Garrard | - | 7 | 5
Facility
5
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#384 / 500 | 0
Facility
0
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#113 / 500 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#113 / 500 |
Taking in the picturesque view of West Beverly Lane, Glendale, AZ, Brookdale Arrowhead Ranch is a graceful senior living community that offers assisted living and memory care. With a wide array of floor plans including companion living, large private, small private, and suites, the community ensures comfortable and safe residences. Brookdale Arrowhead Ranch provides 24/7 care and assistance with a kind and compassionate team. The community encourages its residents to stay connected and remain active with exciting activities.
Moreover, its signature Daily Path program ensures memory care residents enjoy structured programs filled with various fun activities. Residents delight in delicious and healthy meals served at the community dining room to foster socialization and familiarity. Brookdale Arrowhead Ranch is a pet-friendly community that includes an arts and crafts studio, a library, a game room, a porch, a piano, a courtyard and garden, beautifully landscaped grounds, and peaceful walking paths for its residents’ welfare and relaxation.
Sunrise at River Road is a premier senior living community located in the beautiful state of Arizona. Situated in a serene and picturesque setting, this community offers exceptional assisted living, memory care, and respite care services. The well-designed apartments provide a comfortable and private living space, while the inviting common areas foster socialization, relaxation, and engagement in a variety of activities. The dedicated staff at Sunrise at River Road are committed to providing personalized care that meets the unique needs and preferences of each resident. From assistance with daily activities to specialized memory care programs, residents receive compassionate support in a safe and secure environment.
At Sunrise at River Road, residents enjoy a range of amenities and enriching programs designed to enhance their well-being and promote an active lifestyle. Nutritious meals, prepared by skilled chefs, are served in the elegant dining room, providing both nourishment and social connection. Engaging activities and events, including fitness classes, arts and crafts, educational seminars, and outings, are offered to keep residents mentally, physically, and socially stimulated. The community also features beautifully landscaped outdoor spaces, including gardens and walking paths, where residents can enjoy fresh air and tranquility. With its commitment to personalized care, vibrant programming, and a warm and welcoming environment, Sunrise at River Road is dedicated to providing seniors with a fulfilling and enriching living experience in the heart of Arizona.
A Five Star Premier Residences, Pueblo Norte Senior Living Community is an independent living home for seniors in Scottsdale. Residents feel comfortable in a home that naturally encourages them to make new relationships. Management boasts an innovative and person-centered approach with a mission to modernize senior living by focusing on the convenience and comfort of senior wellness. The luxurious retirement home ensures that quality caregiving is the top priority on their list, enabling a level of trust that many families have praised over the years.
The senior lifestyle is centered on a continuum of care and a team of friendly staff– offering senior care service like no other. The premier independent living services and amenities include walk-in closets, an elegant dining room, common areas, walking paths, and kitchens; specialty services include Life360 activities, meals, cultural events, concierge services, and scheduled transportation.
Experience a sunny retirement experience at Pennington Gardens in Chandler, AZ. Residents will experience endless possibilities and feel inspired to grow within desert-inspired interiors that offer a lively engagement among fellow residents and staff in a home-like setting. With a range of services provided for assisted living and memory care support, older adults and seniors receive personalized care plans to meet and satisfy each unique needs.
Families can feel confident taking in their loved ones in one of Chandler’s trusted choices for senior living. The lifestyle at Pennington Gardens is designed to provide a retirement living experience that an individual deserves, supported and fulfilled by their compassionate staff. Expect resort-style amenities that help individuals live vibrantly with restaurant-style dining, ADLs, multiple lounge areas, walking paths, transportation service, rehabilitative therapy, respite stay, and specialized memory care training.
A few minutes away from Peoria, Morningstar Senior Living at Golden Ridge in Glendale provides exceptional senior independent living, assisted living, and memory care options tailored to each individual’s needs. The community prides itself on providing the best accommodations, striving to be Glendale’s top-ranked assisted living community. It is an elegant community built on its contemporary design and styling, allowing for a more luxurious environment while providing resort-like service. Residents of MorningStar at Golden Ridge can rest assured that they can feel like they’re a home away from home.
The upscale community boasts elegant designs and exclusive amenities such as its dining room, brightly-lit lounge areas, spacious apartments, courtyard, and arts and crafts studio. MorningStar promotes a stress-free lifestyle for their residents, providing essential services– housekeeping, social and recreational events, and transportation events. Management encourages residents to participate in activities and maximize the amenities to socialize and promote a warm and welcoming environment.
Scottsdale Village is a luxury community that genuinely understands the aging process and is dedicated to providing its residents with the highest care. Offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care options, residents maintain an engaging and active lifestyle throughout. The community’s specially trained staff is committed to helping seniors achieve complete independence while maintaining a purposeful life.
The lifestyle at Scottsdale Village is built on comfort, flexibility, and security in an expansive and beautiful community. The resort-style living allows residents to focus on themselves while receiving compassionate support and care. Accommodations include premium services and amenities– fitness activities, recreational programs, scheduled outings, entertainment programs, specialized programs, gourmet-style dining, housekeeping, transportation, and ADLs.
Situated within the Toscana at Desert Ridge neighborhood of Phoenix, Manor Village at Desert Ridge has maintained operational status for a duration of five years. The facility utilizes a three-story structure positioned at the outer boundary of local walkability standards. With a Walk Score of 47, most logistical needs and external errands necessitate the use of a private vehicle, a reality the community attempts to balance through the provision of on-site transportation services. The campus maintains a strategic proximity to the HonorHealth Scottsdale Thompson Peak Medical Center, which is located 2.3 miles away.
The facility possesses a total capacity of 129 beds, partitioned into one-bedroom and two-bedroom residential units. The floor plans range from 590 square feet at the entry-level tier to slightly exceeding 1,000 square feet for the most expansive layouts, a dimension that provides a level of space notably above the average for assisted living environments. The care architecture incorporates independent living, assisted living, and memory care services, constructing a systematic pathway that permits residents to maintain residency as their individual clinical requirements evolve over time.
The internal service ecosystem includes beauty services, housekeeping, scheduled transportation, structured exercise programs, and diverse recreational opportunities. Culinary offerings follow a daily protocol that features a primary entree option alongside a secondary selection. The community facilitates periodic local excursions and maintains a pet-friendly policy. Administrative oversight rests with Nicolle Blais, while Manor Village US Holdings, LLC retains operational control.
Manor Village at Desert Ridge functions as a large-format, multi-level community defined by unit sizes that prioritize square footage. It serves as an effective operational environment for individuals who place a high value on maintaining continuity of residence across multiple care stages within a suburban Phoenix setting.
Welcoming residents and guests warmly, Brookdale North Mesa settling at East Brown Road, Mesa, AZ, is an idyllic senior living community providing assisted living and memory care. The community features diverse floor plans including an alcove studio, a large studio suite, and a one-bedroom suite. Brookdale North Mesa prioritizes the independence and growth of seniors, conversing with them and their loved ones to deliver the utmost care and assistance they deserve.
Brookdale North Mesa promotes a vibrant community, encouraging residents to remain active and connected with others. Assisted living residents enjoy all-day dining with freshly prepared healthy meals while memory care residents experience meals like a routine to ensure everyone’s comfort. The pet-friendly community includes a library, a beauty and barber shop, an arts and crafts studio, a community kitchen, a game room, meeting rooms, a piano, beautifully landscaped grounds, and walking paths for the seniors’ enjoyment and wellness.
Brookdale Chandler Ray Road, which is situated at 2800 West Ray Road, Chandler, AZ, offers a vibrant assisted living community where seniors can enjoy their golden years with independence and support. This community is designed to provide a seamless blend of personal assistance and an active lifestyle, ensuring residents have the opportunity to pursue their passions while receiving the care they need. Brookdale Chandler Ray Road features a compassionate care team available 24/7 to assist with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Residents benefit from a full calendar of events and resort-like amenities, including an emergency alert system, transportation, a library, concierge service, and a café/bistro. The community’s pet-friendly apartments are spacious and filled with natural light, creating a comfortable, home-like environment. The community also offers convenient amenities like transportation services and a variety of floor plans to suit individual preferences. At Brookdale Chandler Ray Road, seniors can embrace their retirement with enthusiasm, knowing they have the support and resources to live a fulfilling life.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these assisted living communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
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.



















