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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: 38/ 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: 54The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Arizona. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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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 to lowest based on our ranking 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. 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.
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 composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the Arizona state average. See the benchmark below for the typical Arizona score; higher is better. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Regulatory visits tied to complaints or allegations in the state file—not the same as every routine survey.
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.
The Forum at Desert Harbor
AL
IL
Peoria (Desert Harbor)
50
Facility 50
AZ AVG 54
Rank #209 / 521
Yes
21
Facility 21
AZ AVG 38
Rank #572 / 775
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
37
Facility 37
AZ AVG 12
Rank #25 / 548
Auxiliadora C Morales
90
Facility 90
AZ AVG 82
Rank #77 / 290
4
6
Facility 6
AZ AVG 9
Rank #137 / 400
1.5
Facility 1.5
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #142 / 400
Orchard Pointe at Terrazza
AL
IL
MC
RC
Peoria
135
Facility 135
AZ AVG 54
Rank #57 / 521
Yes
64
Facility 64
AZ AVG 38
Rank #106 / 775
1 Bed / 2 Bed
6
Facility 6
AZ AVG 12
Rank #335 / 548
Lori J Higuera
87
Facility 87
AZ AVG 82
Rank #95 / 290
5
6
Facility 6
AZ AVG 9
Rank #137 / 400
1.2
Facility 1.2
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #114 / 400
Emerald Glen Memory Care
AL
MC
Mesa (Citrus Hoa)
34
Facility 34
AZ AVG 54
Rank #225 / 521
No
8
Facility 8
AZ AVG 38
Rank #705 / 775
Private / Shared Rooms
8
Facility 8
AZ AVG 12
Rank #277 / 548
Jennifer L Tonna
100
Facility 100
AZ AVG 82
Rank #1 / 290
3
3
Facility 3
AZ AVG 9
Rank #65 / 400
1.0
Facility 1.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #74 / 400
Elmwood Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
RC
Chandler
50
Facility 50
AZ AVG 54
Rank #209 / 521
Yes
12
Facility 12
AZ AVG 38
Rank #656 / 775
1 Bed / 2 Bed
2
Facility 2
AZ AVG 12
Rank #465 / 548
Arjun Purvis
100
Facility 100
AZ AVG 82
Rank #1 / 290
6
1
Facility 1
AZ AVG 9
Rank #2 / 400
0.2
Facility 0.2
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #6 / 400
Sunrise Care Homes – Sunnyvale
AL
HOS
Paradise Valley (Rancho Sunny Vale)
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 54
Rank #237 / 521
No
46
Facility 46
AZ AVG 38
Rank #304 / 775
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
5
Facility 5
AZ AVG 12
Rank #371 / 548
Lida N Catherin Vargas
93
Facility 93
AZ AVG 82
Rank #58 / 290
3
5
Facility 5
AZ AVG 9
Rank #115 / 400
1.7
Facility 1.7
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #152 / 400
Hawthorn Court at Ahwatukee
AL
HOS
MC
Phoenix (Ahwatukee Foothills Village)
55
Facility 55
AZ AVG 54
Rank #202 / 521
Yes
59
Facility 59
AZ AVG 38
Rank #163 / 775
Companion Suite / Private Suite
7
Facility 7
AZ AVG 12
Rank #297 / 548
Chardae P Baker
83
Facility 83
AZ AVG 82
Rank #120 / 290
14
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 9
Rank #222 / 400
0.7
Facility 0.7
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #47 / 400
Brookdale Tanque Verde
AL
MC
Tucson (Bear Canyon)
42
Facility 42
AZ AVG 54
Rank #217 / 521
Yes
66
Facility 66
AZ AVG 38
Rank #84 / 775
Studio / Suite
6
Facility 6
AZ AVG 12
Rank #335 / 548
Briana Lee Mcgaugh Fischer
84
Facility 84
AZ AVG 82
Rank #114 / 290
6
7
Facility 7
AZ AVG 9
Rank #162 / 400
1.2
Facility 1.2
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #114 / 400
Queen Creek Care Homes LLC
AL
Queen Creek (Hastings Farms)
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 54
Rank #237 / 521
No
3
Facility 3
AZ AVG 38
Rank #758 / 775
Private / Shared Rooms
2
Facility 2
AZ AVG 12
Rank #465 / 548
Steven P Richardson
100
Facility 100
AZ AVG 82
Rank #1 / 290
4
4
Facility 4
AZ AVG 9
Rank #90 / 400
1.0
Facility 1.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #74 / 400
Sky Vista
AL
MC
Mesa
121
Facility 121
AZ AVG 54
Rank #80 / 521
Yes
39
Facility 39
AZ AVG 38
Rank #376 / 775
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
4
Facility 4
AZ AVG 12
Rank #405 / 548
Michael A Calderon
81
Facility 81
AZ AVG 82
Rank #142 / 290
7
7
Facility 7
AZ AVG 9
Rank #162 / 400
1.0
Facility 1.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #74 / 400
ACOYA Troon by Cogir
AL
IL
Scottsdale (Troon Village)
155
Facility 155
AZ AVG 54
Rank #33 / 521
Yes
26
Facility 26
AZ AVG 38
Rank #527 / 775
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
5
Facility 5
AZ AVG 12
Rank #371 / 548
Grace E Leathers
85
Facility 85
AZ AVG 82
Rank #108 / 290
7
6
Facility 6
AZ AVG 9
Rank #137 / 400
0.9
Facility 0.9
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #69 / 400

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every AZ community we track that reports that metric, not just the 555 on this page.

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Overview of The Forum at Desert Harbor

Owned and operated by SNH AZ Tenant LLC, The Forum at Desert Harbor is an assisted living and independent living community in the Desert Harbor neighborhood of Peoria, Arizona. The community is part of the Stellar Senior Living group. Morales serves as administrator, and Patricia Christman is the executive director. Abrazo Arrowhead Campus is nearby, giving residents and families convenient access to hospital care.

The 50-bed community is moderately sized and has served the Peoria area for 37 years. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 21. It’s a car-dependent area where most errands and outings require a vehicle.

Residents have access to a dining room, shared gathering areas, walking paths, kitchens, and apartments with walk-in closets. Rehabilitation services, scheduled meals, transportation, activities, and cultural events are also available. Residents can stay active while receiving everyday support.

State inspections by the Arizona Department of Health Services have mainly focused on documentation, staff training, medication storage, and the storage of hazardous materials. Families touring The Forum at Desert Harbor should ask how these areas are managed as part of the community’s daily operations.

Contact The Forum at Desert Harbor

Overview of Orchard Pointe at Terrazza

Situated in Peoria, Arizona, a few steps away from Christ’s Church of the Valley, Orchard Pointe at Terrazza provides individual-centric care for seniors looking for the best place to settle in for the golden years. Whether it’s independent living, assisted living, memory care, or respite care that you or your near and dear are in need of, Orchard Pointe has you covered. Duly licensed and dedicated staff is on-hand 24/7 for assistance with daily living activities such as housekeeping, laundry, home maintenance, and cooking, along with personal care and medical management, as needed based on tailored care programs.

Living quarters on-site are bright and spacious, ensuring maximum comfort, while amenities include fitness programs, several dining areas to savor meal times completely, socialization opportunities to forge new friendships, exciting events, and scheduled transportation to nearby destinations for when you feel the need for a change of pace. Each day is exciting, safe, and relaxing, at Orchard Pointe.

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Emerald Glen Memory Care

3558 E Mcdowell Rd, Mesa, AZ 85213
Overview of Emerald Glen Memory Care

Located in the peaceful and sunny Mesa, AZ, Emerald Glen Memory Care is an exceptional senior living community specializing in memory care services. The community features a variety of 26 bedrooms that residents furnish themselves to foster a more familiar environment. With the seniors’ welfare in mind, Emerald Glen provides security without restrictions. Emerald Glen fosters a stimulating environment with vintage memorabilia, things to touch placed all around the community to spark its residents’ memories. To ensure the seniors’ medical needs are met, the community provides several medical services such as wound care and healthcare providers and therapists. Dining venues are created for the seniors’ convenience and enjoyment. At Emerald Glen Memory Care, residents experience the utmost care and assistance they deserve.

What truly makes Emerlad Glen unique is their ability to accomodate to the unique needs and requirements of their residents. As an assisted living community, Emerald Glen is able to go above and beyond by ensuring all caregivers and staff have the skill and expertise to provide care outside of traditional assisted living. This includes servcies like ostomy care, wound management, tube feeding and more that are often found in higher levels of care such as nursing homes. This devotion to catering to the resident’s needs allows residents to age in place and age gracefully without worrying about their next move.

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Overview of Elmwood Senior Living

Beautifully set in the quiet setting of Chandler, AZ, Elmwood Senior Living is a dedicated community that offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Residents receive exceptional care for their ever-changing needs from a kind and highly trained team available around the clock. The community also handles the housekeeping and maintenance, ensuring residents enjoy hassle-free living.

With a thoughtfully curated calendar of fun recreational activities and enriching programs, residents are encouraged to do the things they love and make new friends. Delightful and healthy meals are also available, providing residents with the finest dining experience that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Residents enjoy the best of their golden years with the community’s comprehensive care and state-of-the-art amenities.

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Overview of Sunrise Care Homes – Sunnyvale

Harmoniously nestled between Scottsdale and Paradise Valley, AZ, Sunrise Care Homes – Sunnyvale is a distinct community that provides assisted living. With its dedication to improving residents’ welfare, the community delivers top-tier care and assistance for their special needs. Residents will surely thrive in the community’s vibrant and welcoming environment.

Here, residents are encouraged to join fun-filled activities and enriching programs for better social engagement. Delightful and healthy meals are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and tastes while accommodating special diets for those who need them. The community also partners with trusted medical providers to meet residents’ healthcare needs through hospice, home health care, and laboratory services. Here, residents enjoy every moment of their best years with the community’s commitment to wellness.

Contact Sunrise Care Homes – Sunnyvale

Overview of Hawthorn Court at Ahwatukee

Hawthorn Court at Ahwatukee is a community where seniors searching for memory care flourish amid compassionate and personalized support. Located in Phoenix, Arizona, its mission is to provide highly personalized services that cater to residents’ physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Through empathy and professionalism, its team fosters an environment of warmth and understanding, ensuring each resident feels valued and respected.

Discover luxury living at Hawthorn Court at Ahwatukee, featuring spacious accommodations, beautiful common areas, and a serene courtyard with lush greenery. Their skilled chef prepares diverse culinary delights, ranging from Southwestern specialties to traditional holiday dinners. Residents engage in various activities, from cooking classes to live musical performances, enhancing social connections and enriching experiences. They also enjoy pampering spa services, birthday celebrations, and access to spiritual support, fostering a holistic approach to memory care living.

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Overview of Brookdale Tanque Verde

A classic senior living community in Tucson, Arizona, Brookdale Tanque Verde provides person-centered memory care. Featuring spacious floor plans, including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, the community offers safe and comfortable residences for seniors. Brookdale Tanque Verde ensures 24-hour quality care and assistance from a highly skilled and compassionate team and guarantees safety with secured entrances and exits, an emergency alert system, and enclosed walking paths.

Brookdale Tanque Verde fosters a warm and welcoming environment, offering signature memory care programs, including Clare Bridge and Solace. The Clare Bridge program provides residents with six planned activities each day to promote the use of their current skills and abilities, while the Solace program provides additional support to residents in the advanced stages of dementia. Residents also savor a warm and welcoming dining experience where they can enjoy flavorful and nutritious meals daily. The Brookdale Tanque Verde prioritizes its residents ‘ enjoyment and wellness by providing vibrant common areas, a well-stocked library, an arts & crafts studio, and a fitness center.

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Overview of Queen Creek Care Homes

Queen Creek Care Homes is a family-owned and operated assisted living community in Queen Creek, AZ, offering assistance with daily living activities. The community also promotes a nurturing, home-like environment to ensure older adults are well-cared for. With round-the-clock supervision, social activities, and freshly-prepared meals, residents receive the utmost attention and care to live comfortably. The community also provides a coordination of care to ensure residents receive the right care for their needs and preferences.

Light exercises, fun gatherings, and games ensure residents can live actively and have fun. Residents can also freely interact with their surroundings and rest in cozy communal spaces and spacious rooms. Situated in the quiet residential area of Queen Creek, the community guarantees a laid-back retirement. Providing high-quality services dedicated to older adults’ well-being, this assisted living community is a good option for senior living in Arizona.

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Sky Vista

1248 S Crismon Rd, Mesa, AZ 85209
Overview of Sky Vista

Sky Vista is an exquisite senior care residence located in the vibrant city of Mesa, Arizona. The home offers beautiful assisted living homes and exceptional memory care facilities. This thoughtfully designed community provides comprehensive services tailored to the unique needs of its residents. For those in need of specialized memory care, Sky Vista offers semi-private or private suites designed to provide comfort and tranquility. The top-notch restaurant-style dining ensures that every meal is a culinary delight.

The on-site beauty salon ensures that residents can pamper themselves and feel their best. The spacious and airy courtyard offers a peaceful retreat to enjoy the outdoors, and it proudly embraces being pet-friendly, recognizing the importance of furry companions. Embrace a vibrant lifestyle with a diverse range of activities and exciting excursions that promote overall well-being. The highly trained caregivers are available 24/7 to provide attentive support and compassionate care.

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ACOYA Troon by Cogir

10455 E Pinnacle Peak Pkwy, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
Overview of Acoya Troon by Cogir

Nestled in the serene lands of East Pinnacle Peak Parkway, Scottsdale, AZ, ACOYA Troon is a distinguished senior living community featuring assisted living and independent living. With a wide selection of meticulously designed and spacious accommodations, seniors enjoy convenience and safety like no other. The community goes above and beyond in providing exceptional care and support to ensure residents have the finest experience within ACOYA Troon.

Fun activities and exciting events are conducted to encourage seniors to experience new things and relive their old interests. Enjoy quality time with friends and cherish peaceful moments in the cozy spaces all around the community. Indulge in delicious and healthy meals served restaurant style to meet residents’ nutritional requirements and tastes. Utilize fabulous amenities and enjoy the beautiful grounds of ACOYA Troon.

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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 555 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.