Page 10 of Best Senior Communities in Arizona

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 818 senior communities in AZ using AZ Dept. of Health Services (ADHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank senior communities in AZ
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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: 49The 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-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. 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. 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. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment. SC (Senior Communities):
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.
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.
Brookdale Oro Valley
SC
MC
Oro Valley (Horizon Heights)
42
Facility 42
AZ AVG 49
Rank #186 / 487
Yes
43
Facility 43
AZ AVG 38
Rank #313 / 740
Suite
28
Facility 28
AZ AVG 12
Rank #38 / 529
A+Regan Stone12
16
Facility 16
AZ AVG 9
Rank #384 / 486
1.3
Facility 1.3
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #208 / 486
The Montecito Senior Living
SC
AL
IL
MC
Peoria
141
Facility 141
AZ AVG 49
Rank #39 / 487
Yes
40
Facility 40
AZ AVG 38
Rank #341 / 740
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
4
Facility 4
AZ AVG 12
Rank #383 / 529
A+Heath D Van Gysel10
15
Facility 15
AZ AVG 9
Rank #375 / 486
1.5
Facility 1.5
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #229 / 486
Kozy Gardens Assisted Living
SC
AL
HOS
PC
Tucson (Harlan Heights)
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 49
Rank #203 / 487
No
73
Facility 73
AZ AVG 38
Rank #32 / 740
-
6
Facility 6
AZ AVG 12
Rank #313 / 529
A--5
4
Facility 4
AZ AVG 9
Rank #177 / 486
0.8
Facility 0.8
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #147 / 486
Love and Care I Assisted Living
SC
AL
Surprise (Dave Brown At West Point)
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 49
Rank #203 / 487
No
27
Facility 27
AZ AVG 38
Rank #483 / 740
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
15
Facility 15
AZ AVG 12
Rank #147 / 529
A+Ramona P Johnson2
1
Facility 1
AZ AVG 9
Rank #89 / 486
0.5
Facility 0.5
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #111 / 486
Emerald Glen Memory Care
SC
AL
MC
Mesa (Citrus Hoa)
34
Facility 34
AZ AVG 49
Rank #193 / 487
No
8
Facility 8
AZ AVG 38
Rank #670 / 740
Private / Shared Rooms
8
Facility 8
AZ AVG 12
Rank #256 / 529
-Jennifer L Tonna3
3
Facility 3
AZ AVG 9
Rank #152 / 486
1.0
Facility 1.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #162 / 486
The Oasis at Fellowship Square Surprise
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Surprise
88
Facility 88
AZ AVG 49
Rank #128 / 487
No
36
Facility 36
AZ AVG 38
Rank #389 / 740
Studio / Private / 1 Bed Rooms
8
Facility 8
AZ AVG 12
Rank #276 / 529
-Alicia Juarez4
7
Facility 7
AZ AVG 9
Rank #249 / 486
1.8
Facility 1.8
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #246 / 486
Garden Ridge Senior Living
SC
AL
IL
MC
Peoria
259
Facility 259
AZ AVG 49
Rank #2 / 487
Yes
61
Facility 61
AZ AVG 38
Rank #140 / 740
1 Bed / 2 Bed
6
Facility 6
AZ AVG 12
Rank #313 / 529
-Holly Vandermate11
8
Facility 8
AZ AVG 9
Rank #270 / 486
0.7
Facility 0.7
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #134 / 486
Sunrise Care Homes – Sunnyvale
SC
AL
HOS
Paradise Valley (Rancho Sunny Vale)
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 49
Rank #203 / 487
No
46
Facility 46
AZ AVG 38
Rank #288 / 740
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
5
Facility 5
AZ AVG 12
Rank #349 / 529
-Lida N Catherin Vargas3
5
Facility 5
AZ AVG 9
Rank #202 / 486
1.7
Facility 1.7
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #239 / 486
The Country Club of La Cholla
SC
AL
IL
RC
Tucson (La Cholla Hills)
97
Facility 97
AZ AVG 49
Rank #115 / 487
Yes
11
Facility 11
AZ AVG 38
Rank #630 / 740
-
1
Facility 1
AZ AVG 12
Rank #492 / 529
A-Jody Boedigheimer4
1
Facility 1
AZ AVG 9
Rank #89 / 486
0.3
Facility 0.3
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #96 / 486
Emerald Groves Assisted Living
SC
AL
RESC
Mesa
31
Facility 31
AZ AVG 49
Rank #194 / 487
No
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 38
Rank #641 / 740
-
25
Facility 25
AZ AVG 12
Rank #60 / 529
A+Jennifer L Tonna4
7
Facility 7
AZ AVG 9
Rank #249 / 486
1.8
Facility 1.8
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #246 / 486

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Overview of Brookdale Oro Valley

Brookdale Oro Valley is a memory care community in Oro Valley, AZ. Its secured setting and supervision are designed for residents living with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia who may be at risk of wandering. The community may be a good fit for someone who needs memory care in a supervised environment.

Brookdale Oro Valley has 42 beds, making it a smaller community where staff and residents may get to know each other. Suite accommodations are available, and the starting price for memory care is $6,455, giving families a baseline for budgeting for this care level.

Residents can use the salon and spa, courtyard and garden, arts and crafts studio, and walking paths for personal care, outdoor time, and creative activities. Pets are allowed, so a resident may continue living with a pet rather than leave it behind.

Respite care provides short-term stays, which can suit a family caregiver who needs time to travel or recover. Transportation is available for residents who need rides beyond the community, and the Clare Bridge signature program is offered for memory care residents.

The area has a Walk Score of 43 out of 100 and is car-dependent, meaning most errands require a car or a ride. Brookdale Oro Valley is in the Horizon Heights neighborhood and is administered by Regan Stone.

Contact Brookdale Oro Valley

Overview of The Montecito Senior Living

The Montecito Senior Living in Peoria 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. The Montecito home strives to empower its residents to feel more comfortable and secure 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 that help residents relax and rejuvenate–independent living, assisted living apartments, memory care support, 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.

Contact The Montecito Senior Living

Overview of Kozy Gardens Assisted Living

Providing care for over 16 years, Kozy Gardens situated in the harmonious neighborhood of East Bellevue Street, Tucson, AZ, is an idyllic senior living community that offers assisted living. To ensure residents’ needs are taken care of, the community also provides medication administration, beautician visits, physical therapy, hospice, and palliative care. Featuring six private and shared rooms, the community promises a cozy and welcoming residence. Kozy Gardens strives to provide the highest quality of care and assistance with a compassionate and well-trained team prepared to lend their help around the clock.

Relive passions and explore new interests through a jam-packed calendar of activities provided to ensure seniors’ enjoyment and wellness. Enjoy the company of friends with delightful and healthy meals served three times a day to satisfy residents’ dietary requirements and cravings. Kozy Gardens is committed to enhancing seniors’ quality of life and providing a safe place to live their lives as they want.

Contact Kozy Gardens Assisted Living

Overview of Love and Care I Assisted Living

Maintain your independence while benefiting from a supportive environment with Love and Care I Assisted Living, a dependable senior living community in Surprise, AZ, that offers an intimate setting for assisted living. Residents can choose from an array of comfortable private and semi-private rooms with housekeeping and laundry services for a chore-free lifestyle. The community also features a dedicated and compassionate care expert team that offers assistance with daily living activities and other supportive services.

Residents delight in tasty and healthy home-style meals and enjoy the convenience of various amenities, such as salon services. The community also offers an array of enriching activities like card games, live entertainment, and more for a purposeful everyday life. Compassionate hospice services are also offered to make sure residents and their families are supported even during the end stages of their lives.

Contact Love and Care I Assisted Living

Emerald Glen Memory Care

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

Emerald Glen Memory Care offers assisted living and memory care in Mesa, AZ. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for residents who may be at risk of wandering, while assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing and medication. Having both care levels can support a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move to another community.

Opened in 2018, the community has 34 beds, creating a smaller setting where residents and staff can become familiar with one another. Private and shared rooms are available: a shared room suits someone who prefers a roommate, while a private room provides an individual living space. Emerald Glen Memory Care may be a good fit for someone living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia who needs a secure, supervised setting.

Secure outside courtyards give residents access to outdoor space within the community. Rehabilitation services are available for residents who need therapy as part of their care, and religious services offer an option for those who wish to attend. Respite care provides short term stays while a primary caregiver travels or recovers, and Jennifer L Tonna serves as the administrator.

Contact Emerald Glen Memory Care

Overview of The Oasis at Fellowship Square Surprise

Surrounded by thriving local amenities in Surprise, AZ, The Oasis at Fellowship Square Surprise is a blissful retreat that offers independent living. The community features cozy and specially designed one- and two-bedroom apartments, dedicated to residents’ comfort and safety. Residents can keep their peace of mind with the community handling the housekeeping and maintenance.

Fun recreational activities and engaging programs are also conducted to encourage residents to live actively and maintain social connections. Mealtimes foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs with delightful and healthy dining options. The community is equipped with a fitness center, pickleball courts, a heated swimming pool, a dog park, a putting green, and a woodworking shop, creating the ideal setting for residents to live comfortably in their golden years.

Contact The Oasis at Fellowship Square Surprise

Overview of Garden Ridge Senior Living

Garden Ridge Senior Living provides assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Peoria, Arizona. Assisted living includes help with dressing, bathing, hygiene, mobility, and other daily activities, while independent living is for residents who do not need daily care. Memory care provides close supervision in a more secure setting. Having all three care types may suit a resident whose needs change over time without requiring a move to another community.

Opened in 2006, Garden Ridge has 259 beds. Families are considering a larger community with more residents, staff, and usually more programming. Semi private and private rooms are available, so a resident can share a room or have one to themselves, and housing comes in one bed and two bed options.

Care services include nursing, physician visits, wellness checks, medication supervision, and help with daily activities. Outdoor sitting areas give residents places to spend time outside, while the pet policy allows them to keep a pet. Holly Vandermate serves as the administrator.

The area has a Walk Score of 61, meaning it is somewhat walkable and some errands can be completed on foot. A resident who no longer drives may therefore be able to manage limited nearby errands independently.

Contact Garden Ridge Senior Living

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

The Country Club of La Cholla

8700 N La Cholla Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85742
Overview of The Country Club of La Cholla

The Country Club of La Cholla in Tucson, AZ, is a senior living community dedicated to understanding and honoring each resident as a unique individual with different, specialized needs, ensuring their lifestyles and interests are catered to. The community offers diverse living options such as independent living, assisted living, respite care, daily wellness, and cultural and educational programs, providing residents with opportunities to live their best lives.

At The Country Club of La Cholla, residents enjoy a vibrant and active community with a full calendar of life enrichment programs promoting joy, excitement, and relaxation. The community’s Vibrant Living Program reflects its commitment to celebrating the seasons and milestones of aging, guided by pillars of Purpose, Curiosity, Creativity, and Fun. With Graceful Dining™ and restaurant-style dining, residents can savor homestyle meals and foster connections with others. Health and wellness are prioritized, with therapy partners ensuring tailored programs for individual needs, while transportation services ensure safe and convenient travel for residents to explore nearby attractions and events.

Contact The Country Club of La Cholla

Overview of Emerald Groves Assisted Living

Emerald Groves Assisted Living offers assisted living and Residential Care in Mesa, AZ. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks while allowing a resident to keep a personal living space, while the Residential Care option provides a non-medical residential setting for someone who needs that level of support.

With 31 beds, Emerald Groves is a smaller community where staff and residents may get to know each other. It is a good fit for someone who prefers a smaller setting, and Jennifer L Tonna serves as the administrator.

Contact Emerald Groves Assisted Living

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 Senior Communities in Arizona

What is senior living?

Senior communities are residential settings designed for adults aged 55 or older, with options ranging from active independent living to assisted living and memory care.

How many senior communities are listed on this page?

This page features 818 senior communities in Arizona. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right senior community 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 senior communities 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.