Best Memory Care in Arizona

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 343 memory care providers in AZ using AZ Dept. of Health Services (ADHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in AZ
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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.
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.
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.
Legacy Rehab & Care Center
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Bullhead City
120
Facility 120
AZ AVG 75
Rank #62 / 262
No---A+Haley Basurto8
0
Facility 0
AZ AVG 9
Rank #134 / 254
0.0
Facility 0.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #71 / 254
Montecito Post Acute and Care
MC
NH
SNF
Mesa
222
Facility 222
AZ AVG 75
Rank #7 / 262
No
66
Facility 66
AZ AVG 38
Rank #33 / 331
-5-Kyle Higgins1
0
Facility 0
AZ AVG 9
Rank #177 / 254
0.0
Facility 0.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #42 / 254
Catalina Post-Acute & Rehabilitation
MC
NH
SNF
Tucson (Samos)
102
Facility 102
AZ AVG 75
Rank #94 / 262
No
84
Facility 84
AZ AVG 38
Rank #4 / 331
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
37
Facility 37
AZ AVG 13
Rank #15 / 270
-Ethan Bramschreiber32
43
Facility 43
AZ AVG 9
Rank #241 / 254
1.3
Facility 1.3
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #110 / 254
Sabino Canyon Rehabilitation and Care Center
MC
NH
SNF
Tucson (Harlan Heights)
112
Facility 112
AZ AVG 75
Rank #78 / 262
No
62
Facility 62
AZ AVG 38
Rank #54 / 331
-
25
Facility 25
AZ AVG 13
Rank #38 / 270
-Thomas Welker21
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 9
Rank #145 / 254
0.5
Facility 0.5
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #49 / 254
Mountain View Care Center
MC
NH
SNF
Tucson (La Canada Estates)
120
Facility 120
AZ AVG 75
Rank #62 / 262
No
19
Facility 19
AZ AVG 38
Rank #247 / 331
-
31
Facility 31
AZ AVG 13
Rank #19 / 270
-Neil Cullen3
3
Facility 3
AZ AVG 9
Rank #202 / 254
1.0
Facility 1.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #78 / 254
The Palazzo
MC
AL
NH
SNF
Phoenix (Leescroft)
66
Facility 66
AZ AVG 75
Rank #136 / 262
No
68
Facility 68
AZ AVG 38
Rank #29 / 331
-
1
Facility 1
AZ AVG 13
Rank #258 / 270
-Charles B Kerby5
0
Facility 0
AZ AVG 9
Rank #243 / 254
0.0
Facility 0.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #235 / 254
Desert Terrace Healthcare Center
MC
NH
SNF
Phoenix (Encanto Village)
108
Facility 108
AZ AVG 75
Rank #85 / 262
No
67
Facility 67
AZ AVG 38
Rank #30 / 331
Private / Semi-Private Rooms-B-Justin Lewis30
36
Facility 36
AZ AVG 9
Rank #231 / 254
1.2
Facility 1.2
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #106 / 254
Haven Health Flagstaff
MC
AL
NH
SNF
Flagstaff
83
Facility 83
AZ AVG 75
Rank #122 / 262
No
51
Facility 51
AZ AVG 38
Rank #98 / 331
Studio--Crystal L Miller21
38
Facility 38
AZ AVG 9
Rank #238 / 254
1.8
Facility 1.8
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #138 / 254
Phoenix Mountain Post-Acute
MC
NH
SNF
Phoenix (Paradise Valley Village)
130
Facility 130
AZ AVG 75
Rank #49 / 262
No
67
Facility 67
AZ AVG 38
Rank #30 / 331
Private / Semi-Private Rooms-A+Tyler J Petty26
52
Facility 52
AZ AVG 9
Rank #246 / 254
2.0
Facility 2.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #147 / 254
Haven Health Tucson
MC
AL
NH
SNF
Tucson
118
Facility 118
AZ AVG 75
Rank #68 / 262
No
27
Facility 27
AZ AVG 38
Rank #218 / 331
Private Rooms
38
Facility 38
AZ AVG 13
Rank #13 / 270
-Andrew Miles14
9
Facility 9
AZ AVG 9
Rank #134 / 254
0.6
Facility 0.6
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #61 / 254

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each memory care community is ranked against every other AZ memory care community we track that reports that metric, not just the 343 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Catalina Post-Acute & Rehabilitation

Based in a serene neighborhood in Tucson, AZ, Catalina Post-Acute & Rehabilitation provides a cozy environment for receiving quality skilled nursing care and rehabilitation. The community features a team of reliable therapists and nurses who work together to create comprehensive and effective care and treatment plans for every resident. With comprehensive healthcare services and access to physical, occupational, and speech therapies, residents can easily maintain their well-being and overall function to continue enjoying their independence.

Residents also have access to a well-curated activities program, featuring fun, informative, and entertaining events like arts classes and lectures to stimulate their bodies and minds. Those facing the challenges of memory loss are also welcomed and provided with an advanced Integrated Cognitive Program that incorporates residents’ routines into their care plans. At Catalina Post-Acute & Rehabilitation, they strive to offer residents care as unique as them.

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Overview of Desert Terrace Healthcare Center

Conveniently set in Phoenix, AZ, Desert Terrace Healthcare Center is a welcoming community that offers excellent short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. The community features a team of reliable caregivers trained to help residents with their rehabilitation and daily needs. They also cater to the needs of those living with Alzheimer’s through their Integrated Cognitive Program and round-the-clock support.

In-house therapists are always available to support residents with their recovery needs or maintain their highest level of functionality. A full range of entertaining and enriching activities are offered daily to help keep everyone busy and happy. Here, residents find a comfortable environment to continue enjoying their desired life.

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Overview of Sabino Canyon Rehabilitation and Care Center

Sabino Canyon Rehabilitation and Care Center, located in Tucson, offers a comprehensive approach to skilled nursing care and rehabilitation. The facility incorporates a balance of high-tech and traditional methods and therapies to provide optimal care for residents. In partnership with Pima Heart, Sabino Canyon also offers a specialized cardiac wellness program. The therapy programs at Sabino Canyon are personalized to meet the unique needs of each resident, utilizing state-of-the-art therapy rooms for effective rehabilitation. 
Their dining room is filled with natural light and features artwork in the corners, creating a welcoming space for residents to enjoy their meals. Comfortable rooms and lovely outdoor spaces provide a comfortable and serene environment for residents as well. The home’s Activities Department offers a variety of engaging activities to keep residents active and stimulated, fostering opportunities for self-discovery and growth.

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Overview of Phoenix Mountain Post-Acute

Embrace the warmth of being surrounded by compassionate people with Phoenix Mountain Post-Acute, an excellent community in Phoenix, AZ for short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. The community curates a personalized care plan for every resident, ensuring they receive the proper care and support they need. They also offer a specialized therapy program for those living with memory conditions, helping them maintain their cognition and continue enjoying their usual lifestyle.

Dedicated to creating a warm and active environment, the community offers an array of exciting and informative activities tailored to everyone’s interests. With the support of a 24/7 care team, residents don’t have to worry about their safety and care needs. Enjoy a safe, cozy, and healing environment that fosters quick recovery and a high quality of life with Phoenix Mountain Post-Acute.

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Overview of Haven Health Tucson

Beautifully nestled in the warm neighborhood of Tucson, AZ, Haven Health Tucson provides a relaxing and cozy setting for skilled nursing care and rehabilitation services. Their team of excellent care professionals works closely with residents and their families in creating personalized care plans that suit their individual needs and preferences. With access to physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy, residents have the tools they need to maintain their mobility and strength to continue living their best lives.

From enriching activities to delicious meals, the community provides residents with all that they need to maintain their wellness and well-being. Spacious and cozy common areas are also available to provide residents with relaxing spaces for chatting with friends. Here, you can receive top-notch care amidst an intimate residential environment that fosters fun and relaxation.

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Overview of Montecito Post Acute and Care

Montecito Post Acute and Care is where residents thrive; they provide quality caregiving for skilled nursing and rehabilitation. It offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere where residents and staff are encouraged to create friendships and build a mutual level of trust with each other. Families can rest easy knowing that their loved ones are in good hands because of the dedicated team of professionals. Montecito Post Acute and Care is the ideal place for seniors looking for a homelike setting in a nurturing environment. 
Montecito aims to enhance the quality of life for its residents by ensuring that seniors are able to satisfy their holistic wellness. They house state-of-the-art technologies that help recover a range of medical conditions– wound care, neurological recovery, lymphedema, and pulmonary programs; as well as physical, occupational, and speech therapy. 

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Overview of Legacy Rehab & Care Center

Conveniently located in the charming neighborhood of Silver Creek Road, Bullhead City, AZ, Legacy Rehab & Care Center is an outstanding senior living community focusing on rehabilitation and skilled nursing. The community also provides occupational, physical, and speech therapy to help improve seniors’ well-being. With a compassionate and reliable team delivering top-tier care and assistance, seniors can rest assured of meeting their special needs and preferences.

Ensuring that residents age gracefully with its care, the community conducts carefully thought-of activities and events that encourage them to remain active and socially engaged. Here, residents also do not have to worry about meal preparation, as there are various dining options served to cater to dietary needs and preferences. Legacy Rehab & Care Center strives to provide a safe place for seniors to spend their golden years without worries.

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Overview of Mountain View Care Center

Whether you’re in need of short-term rehabilitation or long-term care, Mountain View Care Center provides state-of-the-art therapeutic approaches to help you achieve optimal health. This home has a full-time, in-house therapy team who work tirelessly to provide personalized therapy programs that make recovery a breeze for their residents. Their dedication and expertise ensure that seniors receive the highest level of care and support on their journey to improved physical function.
On top of that, they know how to have fun too! With exciting excursions, convenient transportation services, and a jam-packed calendar of social events and engaging classes, there’s always something happening to keep residents entertained and engaged. In Mountain View Care Center, embracing the fullness of life comes effortlessly.

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Overview of The Palazzo

The Palazzo is a nursing home offering assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing in the Leescroft neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private living space; memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering; nursing home and skilled nursing care provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock. With several care levels in one community, The Palazzo may suit a resident whose needs grow over time and who may be able to move between care levels without leaving the community.

The community has 66 beds and an 80% occupancy rate, meaning 80% of its beds are occupied. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 6 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nurse staffing time allocated to each resident.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted. Medicare can apply to short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid may help when savings do not cover a long stay, and private pay means the family or resident pays directly. Charles B Kerby serves as administrator, and a Walk Score of 68 makes the area somewhat walkable, so some errands can be done on foot for a resident who no longer drives.

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Overview of Haven Health Flagstaff

Peacefully set in Flagstaff, AZ, Haven Health Flagstaff is a well-founded senior living community that delivers excellent skilled nursing and rehabilitation. The community is a cozy place for recovering residents with its warm care team and inviting accommodations that foster healing. Residents have access to a modern rehabilitation gym with speech, physical, and occupational therapies that help them recover their functionality to get back on their feet.

Spacious common areas are available to provide a space for meaningful gatherings and interactions among residents. A full-service dining experience gives residents the nourishment they need to stay healthy. At Haven Health Flagstaff, residents have access to the services they need to recover or maintain their abilities for a fulfilling life.

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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 Memory Care 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.

Does Arizona Medicaid cover memory care?

Arizona Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, 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 memory care?

Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.

How many memory care communities are listed on this page?

This page features 343 memory care communities in Arizona. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right memory care 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 memory care 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.

Memory Care in Arizona at a glance

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: 75The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Arizona. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90