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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. 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.
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.
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.
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.
Heaven Care Residential
SC
AL
RESC
Tempe (South Tempe)
10A+No 50 Private / Shared Rooms1-Shernetra Young300.0
Avalon Estates Assisted Living
SC
AL
Gilbert (Ranchos Del Sol)
10A-No 38 Private / Semi-Private Rooms4A+Brian Hawk221.0
Legends Senior Living
SC
AL
RESC
Glendale (Arrowhead Ranch)
10ANo 62 Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms22-Tabita P Stanciu200.0
Pueblo Norte Senior Living Community
SC
AL
IL
MC
Scottsdale (Scottsdale Pueblo Norte)
60B+Yes 74 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed18-Dawn R Larrarte242.0
ACOYA Shea by Cogir
SC
AL
HOS
IL
MC
Scottsdale (Central Scottsdale)
220A-Yes 74 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed2-Tracy L Colburn210.5
The Bradford Home
SC
AL
MC
RC
Tucson (El Gheko)
10AYes 29 Private / Semi-Private Rooms14-Yvonne M Munguia210.5
Silver Springs
SC
AL
IL
MC
Green Valley (Santa Rita Springs)
140AYes 13 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed26-Cathleene J Dabney520.4
Red Mountain Reflections
SC
AL
HOS
MC
NH
PC
RC
Mesa
10B+No 8 Private Rooms31B-Anthony Zerilli231.5
Terra Pointe Memory Care
SC
AL
MC
RC
Glendale
84A-No 35 1 Bed / Companion Suite11A+Candice A Fine551.0
American Orchards
SC
AL
MC
NH
Gilbert
53AYes 15 Studio / Suite13A+Jefferson Gerodias1140.4
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Overview of Heaven Care Residential

Heaven Care Residential provides assisted living and residential care in Tempe, Arizona. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication management. With 10 beds, the home has a smaller setting for someone who prefers a more intimate community.

Residents can have private or shared rooms. A private room provides individual living space, while a shared room accommodates more than one resident. The South Tempe neighborhood has a Walk Score of 50 and is somewhat walkable, so some errands can be completed on foot, and nearby destinations can be within reach independently for a resident who no longer drives. Shernetra Young serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Avalon Estates Assisted Living

Enjoy loving care and dedicated support amidst the nurturing setting of Avalon Estates Assisted Living, a reliable community in Gilbert, AZ for those needing assisted living services. The community ensures residents are well-cared for and worry-free by offering them thorough assistance with their daily living activities like personal care and medication management. With housekeeping and laundry services available, residents enjoy a comfortable retirement life liberated from the hassles of doing tedious chores.

The fun never ends in the community with countless social and recreational activities organized by Avalon Estates regularly. The community also makes sure residents enjoy a delectable dining experience with healthy and delicious meals tailored to suit unique dietary needs and preferences. From compassionate care to enriching experiences, the community ensures residents have it all to live their golden years fully and without worry.

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Overview of Legends Senior Living

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.

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Overview of Pueblo Norte Senior Living Community

A Five Star Premier Residences, Pueblo Norte Senior Living Community is an independent living home for seniors in Scottsdale. Residents feel comfortable in a home that naturally encourages them to make new relationships. Management boasts an innovative and person-centered approach with a mission to modernize senior living by focusing on the convenience and comfort of senior wellness. The luxurious retirement home ensures that quality caregiving is the top priority on their list, enabling a level of trust that many families have praised over the years.

The senior lifestyle is centered on a continuum of care and a team of friendly staff– offering senior care service like no other. The premier independent living services and amenities include walk-in closets, an elegant dining room, common areas, walking paths, and kitchens; specialty services include Life360 activities, meals, cultural events, concierge services, and scheduled transportation.

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Overview of Acoya Shea by Cogir

Acoya Shea by Cogir offers assisted living, hospice care, independent living, and memory care in Scottsdale, Arizona. Independent living provides a private home with community services and no daily care, while assisted living allows a resident to keep an apartment while receiving help with daily tasks. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision, and hospice care focuses on comfort at the end of life. The range of care types can suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move to another community.

With 220 beds, Acoya Shea by Cogir is a larger community with more residents, staff, and usually more programming. Housing includes studios, one bedroom homes, and two bedroom homes. A studio offers one private space, while a two bedroom home can work for a couple moving together or for someone who wants a companion. The starting price is $5,350 per month, giving families a baseline figure for monthly budgeting.

A Walk Score of 74 places the area in the very walkable band, so most errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Pets are allowed, which means a resident may continue living with a pet. The community has a pool, salon, barber, and spa, along with scheduled programs such as morning fitness classes, creative arts, themed socials, guest speakers, and happy hours.

A chapel and religious services let residents attend worship within the community. Rehabilitation services provide access to rehabilitation without requiring a separate facility. Tracy L Colburn serves as the administrator.

Starting Price $5,350/Month

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The Bradford Home

710 N Mann Ave, Tucson, AZ 85710
Overview of The Bradford Home

The Bradford Home is an idyllic retreat in Tucson, AZ, offering assisted living and memory care. The community takes pride in its over 30 years of experience, and as the only community with three dedicated and highly trained caregivers available from 7 A.M. to 7 P.M. Residents can also rest assured of receiving exceptional assistance for their daily living activities and personal needs, providing more time for leisure and wellness. Beautifully furnished and cozy accommodations are available in a nurturing and welcoming environment, so residents can feel at ease during their stay.

Promoting an active lifestyle, a thoughtfully curated calendar of fun activities and enriching programs is conducted. Three delicious and well-balanced meals are also served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Medication administration and care coordination are also available for residents’ healthcare needs. This pet-friendly community is ideal for those needing care to live comfortably in retirement, especially with its dedicated services and state-of-the-art amenities.

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Silver Springs

500 W Camino Encanto, Green Valley, AZ 85614
Overview of Silver Springs

Set in the vibrant community of Green Valley, AZ, the Silver Springs is an enticing senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, and integrated health care. The community believes that aging is no longer just about getting older; it’s about living more fully, longer. Spacious, airy, refined-setting, and pet-friendly accommodations tailored to a resort-style experience are available for its residents.

With its above-and-beyond amenities and services, including locally-sourced delightful meals fine dining experience at a Silver Roon restaurant, three-dimensional approach to wellness, pool activities, and local attraction trips. Moreover, philanthropic opportunities, lifelong learning seminars, concerts and social happy hours, and arts and creative writing classes add a premium in the living experience. With its commitment to fostering an engaging and secured environment, seniors can never go wrong with Silver Springs.

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Overview of Red Mountain Reflections

Situated in the harmonious lands of North 77th PL Mesa, AZ, Red Mountain Reflections is a reliable senior living community offering a variety of living options including assisted living, memory care, palliative care, respite care, nursing care, and hospice. A team of competent and highly trained professionals delivers top-tier care and assistance around the clock. Maximize independence with housekeeping, maintenance, and daily living activities taken care of by the community.

Pursue your interests and gain meaningful experiences with a full slate of engaging activities and enriching programs. Indulge in healthy and delicious meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. Red Mountain Reflections strives to create a safe place for seniors to enjoy every moment of their best years surrounded by genuine care and incredible amenities.

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Overview of Terra Pointe Memory Care

Terra Pointe Memory Care offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Glendale, AZ. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication management, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver is traveling or recovering. The community has 84 beds and offers one bed and companion suites, so residents can choose a single occupancy layout or a shared suite.

Terra Pointe Memory Care may be a good fit for someone who needs a supervised memory care setting or for a family seeking short term care while a primary caregiver is unavailable. A Walk Score of 35 places the area in a car dependent setting, so residents who do not drive will generally need a car or a ride for errands. Candice A Fine serves as the administrator.

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Overview of American Orchards

American Orchards offers assisted living, memory care, and nursing care in Gilbert, AZ. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while the resident lives in a studio or suite. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Nursing care supports residents with medical needs, and the combination of care levels may suit a resident whose needs change over time.

American Orchards has 53 beds, placing it in the smaller community range where staff and residents can get to know each other. Studio and suite layouts are available, with a studio providing a single private living space. Starting prices are $3,600 per month for assisted living and $5,400 per month for memory care. The difference reflects the distinct support and secured setting associated with each care level.

The Senior Wellness and Activities program offers structured wellness and activity programming. Rehabilitation services support recovery or maintenance of physical function. Respite care provides a short stay while a usual caregiver travels or recovers, and pets are allowed. Jefferson Gerodias serves as the administrator.

$3,600/Month

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    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.

  • 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 815 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.

Senior Communities in Arizona at a glance

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