Page 7 of Best Assisted Living in Arizona

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 561 assisted living communities in AZ using AZ Dept. of Health Services (ADHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in AZ
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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. 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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Mountain Park Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
Phoenix (Ahwatukee Foothills Village)
86
Facility 86
AZ AVG 47
Rank #115 / 448
No
44
Facility 44
AZ AVG 35
Rank #186 / 534
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
7
Facility 7
AZ AVG 11
Rank #250 / 450
-Mackenzie MinerA+6
3
Facility 3
AZ AVG 9
Rank #138 / 432
0.5
Facility 0.5
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #96 / 432
Desert Home by Platinum Care Homes
AL
HOS
Tucson (Sewell)
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 47
Rank #170 / 448
No
48
Facility 48
AZ AVG 35
Rank #157 / 534
Private / Shared Rooms
3
Facility 3
AZ AVG 11
Rank #340 / 450
-Valeri WalkerA+6
3
Facility 3
AZ AVG 9
Rank #138 / 432
0.5
Facility 0.5
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #96 / 432
Desert Winds Assisted Living
AL
IL
MC
Peoria (Desert Winds Mod)
88
Facility 88
AZ AVG 47
Rank #113 / 448
Yes
51
Facility 51
AZ AVG 35
Rank #131 / 534
-
26
Facility 26
AZ AVG 11
Rank #38 / 450
-Nora DartoeA+9
0
Facility 0
AZ AVG 9
Rank #1 / 432
0.0
Facility 0.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #1 / 432
Clearwater Pinnacle Peak
AL
MC
Scottsdale (North Scottsdale)
149
Facility 149
AZ AVG 47
Rank #28 / 448
Yes
37
Facility 37
AZ AVG 35
Rank #243 / 534
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
12
Facility 12
AZ AVG 11
Rank #136 / 450
A+Kari MichalakB+7
12
Facility 12
AZ AVG 9
Rank #313 / 432
1.7
Facility 1.7
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #207 / 432
Sunridge Village
AL
MC
Bullhead City
149
Facility 149
AZ AVG 47
Rank #28 / 448
Yes
14
Facility 14
AZ AVG 35
Rank #413 / 534
Studio / 1 Bed
23
Facility 23
AZ AVG 11
Rank #50 / 450
A+Vanessa R BellB+7
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 9
Rank #282 / 432
1.4
Facility 1.4
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #191 / 432
Emerald Springs Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
RC
Yuma
200
Facility 200
AZ AVG 47
Rank #11 / 448
Yes
9
Facility 9
AZ AVG 35
Rank #464 / 534
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
17
Facility 17
AZ AVG 11
Rank #90 / 450
A+April L ChavezB+11
9
Facility 9
AZ AVG 9
Rank #264 / 432
0.8
Facility 0.8
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #127 / 432
Well Heeled Homes at Sweetwater
AL
MC
NH
Scottsdale (Paradise Valley Village)
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 47
Rank #170 / 448
No
30
Facility 30
AZ AVG 35
Rank #295 / 534
Private Rooms
2
Facility 2
AZ AVG 11
Rank #369 / 450
-Rianna A DeyoungA2
0
Facility 0
AZ AVG 9
Rank #1 / 432
0.0
Facility 0.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #1 / 432
Brookdale Chandler Ray Road
AL
Chandler
54
Facility 54
AZ AVG 47
Rank #148 / 448
Yes
63
Facility 63
AZ AVG 35
Rank #58 / 534
Suite
27
Facility 27
AZ AVG 11
Rank #29 / 450
-Karla VasquezB+3
4
Facility 4
AZ AVG 9
Rank #162 / 432
1.3
Facility 1.3
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #184 / 432
Rainbow House of Butterfly 208
AL
Apache Junction
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 47
Rank #170 / 448
No
17
Facility 17
AZ AVG 35
Rank #392 / 534
Private / Shared Rooms
2
Facility 2
AZ AVG 11
Rank #369 / 450
-Jimmy TanakaA2
0
Facility 0
AZ AVG 9
Rank #1 / 432
0.0
Facility 0.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #1 / 432
Amore Villa Assisted Living
AL
Chandler (Warner Ranch Phase)
5
Facility 5
AZ AVG 47
Rank #375 / 448
No
43
Facility 43
AZ AVG 35
Rank #192 / 534
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
2
Facility 2
AZ AVG 11
Rank #369 / 450
-Linda LazorchakA2
0
Facility 0
AZ AVG 9
Rank #1 / 432
0.0
Facility 0.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #1 / 432

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 Mountain Park Senior Living

Mountain Park Senior Living sits at 4475 E Knox Road, three stories, 86 beds, six years into operation under administrator Mackenzie Miner; Phoenix Senior Housing Leaseco owns it. The neighborhood itself is quiet, with mountain views, given where this sits in Phoenix.

Residents move between directed care, personal care, and supervisory care, plus straightforward independent and assisted living, all under one roof. A resident’s needs can shift over a few years, and this setup means that shift doesn’t automatically mean packing up and finding a new address. Memory care rounds out the offering. Floor plans run studio through two-bedroom.

A score of 44 puts this in “somewhat walkable” territory, so plan on driving for most errands rather than strolling. Inside, though, there’s an on-site restaurant doing chef-prepared meals with fresh ingredients, not a cafeteria situation. Transportation services cover outings and errands beyond the property line, which matters for a community set back from downtown.

Activities lean toward fitness classes, educational programming, and enrichment work, the kind of structure that keeps days from blurring together. On the regulatory side, state inspection attention here has centered on care planning and documentation, a routine category that shows up across assisted living oversight generally, not something unique to this address.

Mountain Park is a multi-tier care community built for residents who might need more support down the line, set in a quiet, mountain-adjacent pocket of Phoenix where getting around means driving, not walking.

Contact Mountain Park Senior Living

Overview of Desert Home by Platinum Care Homes

Feel safe and secure during your retirement years in Desert Home by Platinum Care Homes, a warm and inviting community in Tucson, AZ for those seeking quality assisted living services. They go above and beyond in providing residents with a maintenance-free and supportive environment with easy access to all the comforts and conveniences they need to live fully. To ensure residents are always looking and feeling their best, their kind and compassionate care team provides them with comprehensive personal care assistance and support with their daily living activities.

Additional care is provided with occupational and physical therapy services, home health, and hospice care services available through their trusted third-party care providers. To ensure residents’ bodies and minds are properly nourished, the community provides well-balanced meals and replenishing snacks daily. With an array of activities to engage in, residents maintain an active and well-connected lifestyle. Desert Home by Platinum Care Homes guarantees a comfortable retirement life away from stress and worries.

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Overview of Desert Winds Assisted Living

Desert Winds Retirement Community is the premier independent living, assisted living, and memory care home in Peoria. Providing an exquisite senior living lifestyle, seniors will cultivate a vibrant social life during retirement. Management ensures that residents maintain an active and independent living while receiving full support. Residents are encouraged to pursue their interests and find new activities that flourish in a nurturing environment.

The community boasts a list of comprehensive amenities that make retirement feel like a permanent vacation. These include a swimming pool, a courtyard, landscaped grounds, an expansive dining menu experience, and private apartments.

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Overview of Clearwater Pinnacle Peak

Clearwater Pinnacle Peak sits on N Scottsdale Rd in north Scottsdale, in the upper reaches of the city where a Walk Score of 37 means most daily life happens by car. The two-story building is four years old; newer construction by the standards of the assisted living market, with 149 beds and floor plans spanning studios, one-bedrooms, and two-bedrooms.

The service picture here covers both short- and longer-term care needs: rehabilitation services, short-term rehab, respite care, short-term stays, and 24-hour staffing with licensed nurses and CNAs are all listed. Named programs include Empowered Living, Savor Culinary, and Therapy Services. Dining operates across multiple venues, chef-driven and built around fresh ingredients.

Inspections overseen by the Arizona Department of Health Services Bureau of Long Term Care Licensing have touched on medication management, staffing and staff credentials, environmental and hazardous-materials safety, care planning and documentation, and housekeeping and upkeep; a cross-section of operational areas that spans clinical and physical plant concerns. Four years into operation, Clearwater Pinnacle Peak is a newer-build north Scottsdale assisted living community with a broad service range, a multi-venue dining program, and a floor plan mix that accommodates different household configurations within a single building.

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Overview of Sunridge Village

Sunridge Village offers assisted living and memory care in Bullhead City, Arizona. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident keeps a private living space. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and having both care levels available may allow a resident’s needs to grow over time without requiring a move to another community.

The community has 149 beds and offers studio and one bedroom layouts. Residents can choose a single private space or an arrangement with a separate bedroom, and pets are allowed so someone with a pet can continue living with that companion. Vanessa R. Bell serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Emerald Springs Senior Living

Find the care you need at Emerald Springs Senior Living, an outstanding 55+ community in Yuma, AZ, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Dedicated to improving residents’ well-being, a kind and highly trained team provides top-notch care tailored to their personal needs around the clock. Residents keep their peace of mind with beautifully furnished and spacious accommodations in a nurturing and welcoming environment.

Here, residents are encouraged to live actively and make new friends with a jam-packed calendar of fun recreational activities and engaging programs. Three delicious and healthy meals are also served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Scheduled transportation and a 24-hour emergency call system are provided for residents’ convenience and safety. The community is great for those seeking independence in their golden years, especially with its state-of-the-art amenities.

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Overview of Well Heeled Homes at Sweetwater

Well Heeled Homes at Sweetwater is an exceptional senior living community, based in Scottsdale, Arizona, offering excellent assisted living specifically tailored for women. Here, residents are guaranteed to flourish and thrive with the support of a reliable team of trained professionals committed to providing the highest level of care and attentive support to every resident. The community features a tight-knit and intimate environment consisting of only ten private bedrooms and two master suites for a more focused and personalized delivery of care.

Residents here have the opportunities they need to stay active and engaged with a variety of activities and programs designed to engage the mind, body, and spirit, including wellness programs, creative arts, social events and educational workshops. Just a few minutes away from excellent hospitals, the community ensures residents have easy access to various healthcare and medical services should they need it. Here, women are guaranteed to find a safe, secure, and encouraging environment to spend their retirement years.

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Overview of Brookdale Chandler Ray Road

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.

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Overview of Rainbow House of Butterfly 208

Situated in the heart of Apache Junction, AZ, Rainbow House of Butterfly is a welcoming community designed to provide assisted living services. It helps residents enjoy a carefree retirement with the convenience of having assistance with their daily activities. With personalized care plans, the community guarantees each one is given the care and support that matches their needs without compromising their independence.

Fun recreational activities and programs are also provided to keep the residents entertained and happy. They are always filled with energy from carefully prepared meals that are both nutritionally balanced and tasty. At Rainbow House of Butterfly, residents thrive knowing that their needs are met with loving care and compassion.

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Overview of Amore Villa Assisted Living

Experience the warmth of Amore Villa Assisted Living’s welcoming community in Chandler, AZ. Residents here feel safe and secure in their well-designed living spaces with daily housekeeping and laundry services for their comfort and convenience. Their kind and reliable team of caregivers is also available 24 hours a day to provide every resident compassionate assistance with their daily living activities, including personal care, medication management, and more.

Dedicated to helping residents maintain their well-being, the community makes sure they are served nutritious meals and replenishing snacks daily. An array of social and recreational programs are also available to provide everyone with opportunities for fun and enrichment. Here, they strive to offer you a supportive and caring environment that allows you to live your dream retirement worry-free.

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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.