Terra Pointe is Glendale’s premier memory care community that boasts an elegant and professional atmosphere that ensures a service delivered with compassion and respect. The memory care center promotes a lifestyle centered on residents receiving personalized care tailored to their unique needs. The team of compassionate and professional staff crafts an atmosphere of warmth and comfort where seniors can feel amplified in finding new possibilities in the community.
Terra Pointe is where comfort and growth are found through an elevated lifestyle. Residents are encouraged to take advantage of the memory care benefits, such as specialized memory care activities, enriching programs, social gatherings, an on-site movie room, scheduled outings, a full-service salon, a fitness center, and private apartments.
Compare Assisted Living around Glendale
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.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
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.
RESC (Residential Care):
Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting.
CH (Care Homes):
Small licensed residential settings with personal care and supervision in a home-like environment.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
HC (Home Care):
Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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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.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Regulatory visits tied to complaints or allegations in the state file—not the same as every routine survey.
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Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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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.
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| Terra Pointe Memory Care | AL MC RC | Glendale | 84
Facility
84
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#157 / 521 | No |
35
Facility
35
AZ AVG
38
Rank
#423 / 775 | 1 Bed / Companion Suite | 11
Facility
11
AZ AVG
12
Rank
#218 / 548 | A+ | Candice A Fine | 5 | 4
Facility
4
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#354 / 490 | 5
Facility
5
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#202 / 487 | 1.0
Facility
1.0
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#162 / 487 |
| Cesca Adult Care Home | AL CH | Glendale (Continental North) | 10
Facility
10
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#237 / 521 | No |
51
Facility
51
AZ AVG
38
Rank
#241 / 775 | 1 Bed / Semi-Private Rooms | 10
Facility
10
AZ AVG
12
Rank
#238 / 548 | - | Danna Zetta | 3 | 1
Facility
1
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#182 / 490 | 1
Facility
1
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#89 / 487 | 0.3
Facility
0.3
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#96 / 487 |
| Thunderbird Senior Living | AL IL MC | Glendale | 84
Facility
84
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#157 / 521 | Yes |
54
Facility
54
AZ AVG
38
Rank
#207 / 775 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 39
Facility
39
AZ AVG
12
Rank
#21 / 548 | A+ | Michael D Brown | 5 | 3
Facility
3
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#324 / 490 | 20
Facility
20
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#406 / 487 | 4.0
Facility
4.0
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#395 / 487 |
| Inspira Arrowhead by Cogir | AL IL MC | Glendale (Arrowhead Ranch) | 200
Facility
200
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#17 / 521 | Yes |
21
Facility
21
AZ AVG
38
Rank
#572 / 775 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 2
Facility
2
AZ AVG
12
Rank
#468 / 548 | - | Tracy L Colburn | 3 | 2
Facility
2
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#273 / 490 | 9
Facility
9
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#289 / 487 | 3.0
Facility
3.0
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#344 / 487 |
| Legends Senior Living | AL RESC | Glendale (Arrowhead Ranch) | 10
Facility
10
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#237 / 521 | No |
62
Facility
62
AZ AVG
38
Rank
#130 / 775 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms | 22
Facility
22
AZ AVG
12
Rank
#84 / 548 | - | Tabita P Stanciu | 2 | 0
Facility
0
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#1 / 490 | 0
Facility
0
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#1 / 487 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#1 / 487 |
| Orchard Pointe at Arrowhead | AL MC RC | Glendale (Coventry Estates) | 120
Facility
120
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#82 / 521 | Yes |
62
Facility
62
AZ AVG
38
Rank
#130 / 775 | - | 9
Facility
9
AZ AVG
12
Rank
#254 / 548 | - | Jennifer Hellbusch | 8 | 4
Facility
4
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#354 / 490 | 14
Facility
14
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#361 / 487 | 1.8
Facility
1.8
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#246 / 487 |
| Brookdale Arrowhead Ranch | AL MC | Glendale | 112
Facility
112
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#106 / 521 | Yes |
51
Facility
51
AZ AVG
38
Rank
#241 / 775 | Suite | 2
Facility
2
AZ AVG
12
Rank
#468 / 548 | - | Dora Carreon Moreno | 33 | 19
Facility
19
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#481 / 490 | 32
Facility
32
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#453 / 487 | 1.0
Facility
1.0
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#162 / 487 |
| Comfort Assisted Living Home 2 LLC | AL HC HOS SNF | Glendale (Deer Valley) | 10
Facility
10
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#237 / 521 | No |
9
Facility
9
AZ AVG
38
Rank
#693 / 775 | Private / Shared Rooms | 1
Facility
1
AZ AVG
12
Rank
#514 / 548 | - | Rodica Lup | 3 | 0
Facility
0
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#1 / 490 | 1
Facility
1
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#89 / 487 | 0.3
Facility
0.3
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#96 / 487 |
| Amarsi Assisted Living | AL | Glendale | 103
Facility
103
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#124 / 521 | Yes |
62
Facility
62
AZ AVG
38
Rank
#130 / 775 | Studio | 4
Facility
4
AZ AVG
12
Rank
#405 / 548 | - | Thomas Eric Muir | 36 | 23
Facility
23
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#486 / 490 | 64
Facility
64
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#482 / 487 | 1.8
Facility
1.8
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#246 / 487 |
| Amiga 3 Assisted Living Home LLC | AL | Glendale (Deer Valley) | 10
Facility
10
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#237 / 521 | No |
29
Facility
29
AZ AVG
38
Rank
#481 / 775 | Private / Semi-Private Rooms | 2
Facility
2
AZ AVG
12
Rank
#468 / 548 | - | Sarah J Amal | 2 | 0
Facility
0
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#1 / 490 | 2
Facility
2
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#116 / 487 | 1.0
Facility
1.0
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#162 / 487 |
Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every AZ community we track that reports that metric, not just the 31 analyzed for Glendale.
Set in the quiet area of Glendale, AZ, Cesca Adult Care Home offers a nurturing setting for assisted living and memory care. Their team of reliable caregivers is available 24/7 to support residents with their daily living activities and attend to their emergencies immediately. Dedicated to offering a carefree lifestyle, the community provides residents with personal care assistance, medication management, and housekeeping services for the utmost convenience.
The community also offers an array of enriching activities, including fitness programs, social gatherings, and clubs for an active and fulfilling living experience. Residents here are also served with carefully prepared meals that are both healthy and tailored to accommodate special diets like vegetarian and low-sodium. With housekeeping and laundry services available, residents can focus more of their time on doing the things they enjoy or maintaining their well-being.
A vibrant retirement community, Thunderbird Senior Living remains unparalleled with its services. The community is known for its warm and welcoming atmosphere that promotes a safe and secure environment where residents of different backgrounds can freely do whatever they want while gaining the best experience possible. The independent living, assisted living, and memory care lifestyle is created for an elevated lifestyle for seniors. The compassionate staff has proven their unmatched dedication and commitment, and many residents have been very grateful that they chose Thunderbird Senior Living as their home.
A member of the Senior Living Lifestyle, the staff highly promotes independence and individuality. Whatever lifestyle you prefer, it’s the lifestyle they give. The senior living community has ensured a comfortable and well-thought-of environment for seniors to live independently while being treated with resort-like hospitality– housekeeping, transportation, scheduled social and recreational activities, and delicious meals provided.
Inspira Arrowhead provides unique residential accommodations for independent living, assisted living, and memory care. As a community that celebrates an individual, they discover a purposeful life that is well lived, thanks to the full support of the staff who promote an independent lifestyle based on their terms. As its name suggests, the retirement community strives to inspire its residents to feel more comfortable and empowered to take on a new chapter that cultivates their desire to continue their passions and interests.
As a Cadence senior living community, expect a range of all-inclusive services at Inspira–independent living, assisted living apartments, walking clubs, chef-prepared meals, fun and cultural entertainment, and stimulating activities. Meaningful relationships are built in the community because the staff genuinely provides excellent care that enriches the lives of seniors.
Its unique personality and fantastic lifestyle characterize Legends Senior Living in Glendale. The residential care home is ideal for residents who seek to relax and recover in a vibrant environment. Encouraging its residents to maintain their independence and individuality, the community ensures a safe, secure, and friendly atmosphere for all. Families can rest easy knowing that their loved ones are being well taken care of in one of the trusted communities in the city.
Legends Senior Living maintains its renowned identity because of its person-centered approach to senior care. Seniors can avail themselves of unique personalized care plans tailored to their needs. Accordingly, services and amenities are designed for stress-free living— three delicious daily meals, scheduled housekeeping and transportation, a full-service salon, specialized research-based programs, and ADLs.
Orchard Pointe prides itself on being a leading senior care provider that offers quality assisted living, memory care, and home health services in Glendale, AZ. During their stay, residents will discover endless possibilities that encourage independence and individuality while fulfilling holistic wellness. This leading retirement community has bountiful opportunities for residents to take advantage of and create new, lasting friendships along the way. At Orchard Pointe, the aging experience is enjoyable and unforgettable—because “that’s what living better is all about.”
As a proud Heritage community, Orchard Pointe has carefully curated personalized care plans that help holistic growth. Assisted living and memory care residents are eligible for furnished apartments with utilities, transportation services, delicious meal plans, and ADLs. Its home health unit offers nursing services, such as rehabilitative therapy, hospice care, palliative care, wound care, and pain management. Its memory care unit exclusively offers its Snapshots program that focuses on specialized memory care support for mild cognitive impairment.
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.
Surrounded by convenient local amenities in the sun-bathed neighborhood of West Tonopah Drive, Glendale, AZ, Comfort Assisted Living Home 2 is an astounding community that offers assisted living. With its dedication to improving residents’ well-being, the community provides top-tier care and support around the clock to meet their unique needs. Here, residents keep peace of mind with a kind and highly qualified team helping with their daily living activities and other household responsibilities.
Engaging events and fun programs are also conducted to encourage residents to live actively and interact with their surroundings. Mealtimes are also something to look forward to, with diverse dining options served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. The community is great for those seeking a place to settle in their retirement, with its purposely designed amenities and top-notch care.
Amarsi is an assisted living community that provides a comfortable and safe environment for seniors. At Amarsi Assisted Living, we understand the significant positive impact that pets can have on the well-being of our residents. Our pet-friendly environment is designed to create a warm and homely atmosphere, promoting a sense of companionship and joy. The community is in a serene and peaceful environment, perfect for seniors who want to enjoy their retirement years. The community is committed to providing a warm and welcoming environment for seniors, striving to make every resident feel at home.
Amarsi offers many amenities and services, including the 3 meals, private studio apartments with sliding doors that leads to a very nice courtyard, snacks, housekeeping, smoking area, and laundry. The staff at Amarsi is dedicated to providing the best possible care for seniors and ensuring they have a high quality of life. For residents looking for senior living community that offers exceptional care and a comfortable living environment, Amarsi is the ideal choice.
Amiga 3 Assisted Living Home is an assisted living community in Glendale, AZ, that offers personal care. With its intimate and home-like environment, the community ensures older adults can keep their peace of mind during their stay. High-quality services, including nutritious home-cooked meals, housekeeping, and 24-hour assistance, are also provided, so residents can maintain their independence with ease. The community also works closely with residents to understand their habits and needs, ensuring they can live comfortably in retirement.
Social events, light exercises, and various games foster social interactions and ensure residents can stay active. Spacious rooms and lively gathering areas also provide residents with places to relax and connect with friends. With its ideal setting in the quiet residential area of Glendale, the community ensures residents have easy access to their necessities and leisure. Providing exceptional services for older adults’ welfare, this assisted living community is one of the best options for senior living in Arizona.
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
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
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
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
Website & Operator Transparency 10%
Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.
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- Website Content
- Mobile Usability
- Staff Info Available
- Owner Info Available
Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
- Includes
- Occupancy Rate
- Bed Options
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 Glendale, AZ
What is the average cost of assisted living in Glendale, AZ?
The average monthly cost of assisted living in Glendale, AZ is approximately $4,300. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.
What is the price range for assisted living in Glendale, AZ?
Assisted living in Glendale, AZ typically ranges from $3,800–$6,400 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.
What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at assisted living facilities in Glendale, AZ?
Assisted living facilities in Glendale, AZ typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:6 to 1:12.
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.




















