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Best Assisted Living in Mesa, AZ

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated May 2026
We analyzed 43 homes in Mesa, AZ

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Arizona Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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Avg. Monthly cost: $4,300
National average: $5,600
Monthly cost range: $3,800–$6,400
National average: $3,400 – $8,200
Avg. Staff-to-Resident ratio: 1:6 to 1:12
National average: 1:6

Compare Assisted Living around Mesa (Metro Area)

The information below is reported by the Arizona Department of Health Services, Bureau of Long Term Care Licensing.

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Arbor Rose Senior Care
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Mesa (East Arbor Avenue)
74
Facility 74
AZ AVG 120
Rank #174 / 527
No
40
Facility 40
AZ AVG 40
Rank #362 / 818
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3
Facility 3
AZ AVG
Rank #413 / 531
-Ryan M Love9596.6
Sky Vista
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Mesa (South Crismon Road)
121
Facility 121
AZ AVG 120
Rank #85 / 527
Yes
39
Facility 39
AZ AVG 40
Rank #378 / 818
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
4
Facility 4
AZ AVG
Rank #382 / 531
-Michael A Calderon7182.6
Brookdale East Arbor
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Mesa (East Arbor Avenue)
72
Facility 72
AZ AVG 120
Rank #177 / 527
Yes
40
Facility 40
AZ AVG 40
Rank #362 / 818
Suite
27
Facility 27
AZ AVG
Rank #37 / 531
-Samantha E Branson461.5
Brookdale Springs Mesa
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Mesa (East Broadway Road)
103
Facility 103
AZ AVG 120
Rank #131 / 527
Yes
31
Facility 31
AZ AVG 40
Rank #460 / 818
1 Bed / 2 Bed
24
Facility 24
AZ AVG
Rank #56 / 531
-Dylan Morris600.0
ACOYA Mesa by Cogir
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Mesa (Encanto Neighborhood)
188
Facility 188
AZ AVG 120
Rank #23 / 527
Yes
41
Facility 41
AZ AVG 40
Rank #354 / 818
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
3
Facility 3
AZ AVG
Rank #413 / 531
-Janette Hansen3103.3
Inspira Gateway by Cogir
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Mesa
165
Facility 165
AZ AVG 120
Rank #27 / 527
Yes
51
Facility 51
AZ AVG 40
Rank #242 / 818
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
3
Facility 3
AZ AVG
Rank #413 / 531
-Amber Mccord200.0
Bella Vista: A Ciel Senior Living Community
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Mesa
36
Facility 36
AZ AVG 120
Rank #233 / 527
Yes
39
Facility 39
AZ AVG 40
Rank #378 / 818
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3
Facility 3
AZ AVG
Rank #413 / 531
A+Adriana Zamora581.6
Emerald Groves Assisted Living
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Mesa (North Val Vista Drive)
31
Facility 31
AZ AVG 120
Rank #236 / 527
No
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 40
Rank #679 / 818
-
24
Facility 24
AZ AVG
Rank #56 / 531
A+Jennifer L Tonna221.0
Mayfair Assisted Living Home
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Mesa (Alta Mira Estates)
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Facility -
AZ AVG 120
No
28
Facility 28
AZ AVG 40
Rank #502 / 818
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Facility -
AZ AVG
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Minnie Lee’s Senior Home Care
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Mesa (Summit Shadows)
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 120
Rank #246 / 527
No
53
Facility 53
AZ AVG 40
Rank #218 / 818
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
4
Facility 4
AZ AVG
Rank #382 / 531
-Ladonna Edgington320.7
RichBiz LLC dba Mulberry Assisted Living – Nido
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Mesa (Mulberry)
5
Facility 5
AZ AVG 120
Rank #454 / 527
No
41
Facility 41
AZ AVG 40
Rank #354 / 818
Private Rooms
5
Facility 5
AZ AVG
Rank #342 / 531
-Belinda C Costa331.0
Red Mountain Mesa
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Mesa
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 120
Rank #246 / 527
No
2
Facility 2
AZ AVG 40
Rank #769 / 818
-
31
Facility 31
AZ AVG
Rank #26 / 531
A+Anthony Zerilli482.0
Mayfair Eden Homes Inc – 72nd
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Mesa
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 120
Rank #246 / 527
No
21
Facility 21
AZ AVG 40
Rank #575 / 818
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
2
Facility 2
AZ AVG
Rank #445 / 531
-Laksupa Chawadecharatkun372.3
PureHearts Assisted Living
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Mesa (Superstition Springs)
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 120
Rank #246 / 527
No
44
Facility 44
AZ AVG 40
Rank #324 / 818
Private Rooms
3
Facility 3
AZ AVG
Rank #413 / 531
-Benjamin A Koomson100.0
Baraka at Rose Garden I
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Mesa (Neixiang County)
5
Facility 5
AZ AVG 120
Rank #454 / 527
No
0
Facility 0
AZ AVG 40
Rank #801 / 818
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
9
Facility 9
AZ AVG
Rank #219 / 531
-Teresia N Ndungu2199.5
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Overview of Sunny Days Senior Living

Sunny Days Senior Living is an intimate community nestled in Mesa, AZ, designed for those who need assisted living. It is designed to offer a safe and cozy environment where residents can receive compassionate assistance with their daily activities like personal care. The community features a team of reliable care professionals to ensure residents are well-cared for and provided with good company.

Fun and engaging activities are designed based on residents’ level of skills and interests, encouraging them to socialize and be more active. The community also handles the meal preparation to save residents from the hassle of preparing meals. Here, residents can look forward to enjoying a simple yet fulfilling living experience.

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Overview of Mary Grace Care Home Ii

Prioritizing safety and comfort, Mary Grace Care Home Ii is a blissful community in Mesa, AZ, designed for assisted living. Here, residents are served with a comfortable environment and loving support with their daily routines like personal care and medication administration. The community’s care team is also available 24 hours a day, fostering the utmost comfort and peace of mind among residents.

With a full range of interesting and stimulating activities, life here is made more enjoyable and vibrant. Mealtimes also serve as a bonding moment and time for sharing meaningful conversations over deliciously prepared meals. Here, residents’ holistic needs are well-provided for a wholesome retirement experience.

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Housing Options: Private / Shared Rooms

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Overview of Renz Carehomes LLC Dba Eastmark Carehomes

Surrounded by tranquil parks in South Pluto, Mesa, AZ, Eastmark Carehomes is a one-of-a-kind community that provides assisted living, memory care, and respite care. The community is dedicated to improving resident’s welfare with the highest quality of care and assistance 24/7, meeting their specific needs. Residents keep peace of mind with the community handling housekeeping, medication assistance, and other responsibilities.

Do the things you love and meet new people with a jam-packed calendar of fun activities and stimulating programs tailored to enjoyment and wellness. Healthy and delightful restaurant-style dining is served for dietary needs and tastes. The community promotes a vibrant and welcoming environment, perfect for a wondrous retirement.

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Housing Options: Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Overview of Mayfair Eden Homes – 98th Way

Situated in the neighborhood of Mesa, AZ, Mayfair Eden Homes – 98th Way is an inviting senior living community purposely built to offer assisted living. The community caters to the needs of those who are capable of taking care of themselves but could benefit from added support. Featuring a team of excellent care experts and an array of graciously appointed accommodations, the community warrants its residents a blissful living experience with access to services like daily living assistance and medication management.

In addition to state of the art amenities, the community also offers an array of carefully curated activities and programs designed to provide opportunities for recreation, learning, and social interaction. Carefully prepared meals are served daily to ensure residents get the proper nourishment, while housekeeping and laundry services are offered to free them from tedious chores. Here, residents are liberated from the mundane details of daily life and can focus instead on their enjoyment and well-being.

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Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Overview of Mayfair Eden Homes – 210/216 Twin Houses

Burrowed in the serene area of Mesa, AZ, Mayfair Eden Homes – 210/216 Twin Houses is a warm and welcoming senior living community, offering an upscale assisted living environment. The community features beautiful designed accommodations equipped with various amenities for a comfortable living environment. Residents can rest easy with a supportive care team available 24/7 to provide their needs and offer them immediate assistance during emergencies.

Committed to making residents’ living experience as comfortable as possible, the community offers relaxing communal spaces including a spacious backyard with a covered patio for relaxation. Delicious meals are served daily and approved by a dietician to make sure residents are getting the nourishment they need to stay healthy. With a wide array of fun and engaging activities, residents enjoy endless opportunities for recreation and leisure.

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Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms

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Overview of Mesa Elder Care

Set in the quiet neighborhood of North 46th Street, Mesa, AZ, Mesa Elder Care is an idyllic senior living community providing assisted living. With its cozy and quaint setting, the community strives to provide a haven for up to 10 residents to ensure they receive the utmost care and attention for their special needs. Let go of your worries with a kind and highly skilled team helping with your daily living activities.

A carefully curated calendar of activities and programs is conducted, encouraging residents to maintain an active and well-engaged lifestyle. Delightful and healthy meals are also provided for residents to enjoy mealtimes with friends while satisfying their cravings and dietary needs. The community also offers respite care to provide families and seniors with short-term assistance whenever necessary. Mesa Elder Care is a good place for seniors to spend their golden years with its serene campus and cheerful community.

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Total Residents: 10

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Maelee Care Home

10462 E Abilene Ave, Mesa, AZ 85208
Overview of Maelee Care Home

Maelee Care Home is a small private assisted living community in Mesa, AZ, that focuses on personal care. Here, older adults are guaranteed to feel at home with the community’s nurturing environment. The community also offers medication management, meal preparation, and household services, allowing residents to focus on themselves. Dedicated to residents’ holistic wellness, the community offers all-inclusive care that aims to ease financial burdens while providing all the services they require.

Promoting social engagement and an active lifestyle, leisure activities, social events, and wellness programs are available. An outdoor patio, communal spaces with TV, and a fully-furnished room are also featured in this intimate community, ensuring residents have more opportunities to interact with their surroundings. Surrounded by convenient local amenities, the community provides residents with easy access to their needs and preferences. This dedicated assisted living community is a great choice for retirement, especially with its high-quality services and well-maintained amenities.

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Overview of Grand Court of Mesa

Enjoy a retirement life focused on wellness with Grand Court of Mesa, a reliable community in Mesa, AZ for those needing assisted living services. Maintaining your independence here is comfortable with the help of a reliable care team that offers assistance with daily living activities. Round-the-clock emergency pendants, on-call nurses, and medical personnel are also available for medical care needs and emergencies.

Fun and enriching activities are held regularly to foster socialization and physical activity among residents. Indulge in fine dining in the spacious dining room with delectable and nutritious meals served daily. With housekeeping and laundry services offered, residents have more time to spend enjoying the community’s world-class amenities or indulging in their hobbies.

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Housing Options: Private, 1 Bed / 2 Bed Rooms

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Building Type: 3-story

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Extended Family Home – East

2556 E Hermosa Vista Dr, Mesa, AZ 85213
Overview of Extended Family Home – East

Delivering the best possible care, Extended Family Home – East is a safe oasis in Mesa, AZ designed to provide assisted living and memory care. As a family-owned community, Extended Family Home – East compassionately supports its residents with their daily living activities and memory care needs. Here, everyone is treated with dignity by a 24/7 team of friendly caregivers who manage residents’ personalized care plans and ensure they are given the appropriate care.

Additional care and support are provided by an on-site physician and access to hospice and home health services for continued care. Residents here are motivated to stay active and fulfilled with a fun array of activities based on their interests and skills. The community provides an ideal environment for those seeking to enjoy their golden years in a supportive environment that makes them feel included.

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Total Residents: 10 Residents

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Extended Family Home – West

2303 E. Hermosa Vista, Mesa, AZ 85213
Overview of Extended Family Home – West

Delivering the best possible care, Extended Family Home – West is a safe oasis in Mesa, AZ designed to provide assisted living and memory care. As a family-owned community, Extended Family Home – West compassionately supports its residents with their daily living activities and memory care needs. Here, everyone is treated with dignity by a 24/7 team of friendly caregivers who manage residents’ personalized care plans and ensure they are given the appropriate care.

Additional care and support are provided by an on-site physician and access to hospice and home health services for continued care. Residents here are motivated to stay active and fulfilled with a fun array of activities based on their interests and skills. The community provides an ideal environment for those seeking to enjoy their golden years in a supportive environment that makes them feel included.

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Total Residents: 10 Residents

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Weighting overview

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    Resident Experience
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    Regulatory
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    Visual Media
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    Website
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    Stability
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    Environment
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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.

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Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

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Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

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Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

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Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

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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.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Mesa, AZ

What is the average cost of assisted living in Mesa, AZ?

The average monthly cost of assisted living in Mesa, AZ is approximately $4,300. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for assisted living in Mesa, AZ?

Assisted living in Mesa, 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 Mesa, AZ?

Assisted living facilities in Mesa, AZ typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:6 to 1:12.

How many licensed assisted living facilities are there in Mesa, AZ?

According to state licensing records, there are approximately ~70–80 licensed assisted living facilities in Mesa, AZ.

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.