Page 19 of Best Memory Care in Arizona

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 345 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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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. 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. 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. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
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.
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.
Aegis at Coconino Assisted Living Home
MC
AL
IL
NH
Phoenix (Ahwatukee)
5
Facility 5
AZ AVG 49
Rank #413 / 487
No
43
Facility 43
AZ AVG 38
Rank #313 / 740
Private / Suite / Masters Rooms
7
Facility 7
AZ AVG 12
Rank #276 / 529
Brian C2
7
Facility 7
AZ AVG 9
Rank #249 / 486
3.5
Facility 3.5
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #375 / 486
Active Care Home LLC
MC
AL
HOS
Pi Scottsdale (Paradise Valley Village)
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 49
Rank #203 / 487
No
29
Facility 29
AZ AVG 38
Rank #454 / 740
Private / Shared Rooms
14
Facility 14
AZ AVG 12
Rank #158 / 529
Xia Chen3
23
Facility 23
AZ AVG 9
Rank #417 / 486
7.7
Facility 7.7
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #458 / 486
Fairbrook Grove Assisted Living Home Mesa AZ
MC
AL
RESC
Mesa (The Groves)
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 49
Rank #203 / 487
No
18
Facility 18
AZ AVG 38
Rank #559 / 740
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
20
Facility 20
AZ AVG 12
Rank #89 / 529
Julianne C Flammer2
13
Facility 13
AZ AVG 9
Rank #357 / 486
6.5
Facility 6.5
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #452 / 486
Brookdale Union Hills
MC
Peoria (Manor Care)
56
Facility 56
AZ AVG 49
Rank #166 / 487
Yes
11
Facility 11
AZ AVG 38
Rank #630 / 740
Studio
19
Facility 19
AZ AVG 12
Rank #97 / 529
Sarah A James17
23
Facility 23
AZ AVG 9
Rank #417 / 486
1.4
Facility 1.4
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #221 / 486
Casas Adobes Assisted Living
MC
AL
PC
Tucson (Casas Adobes West)
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 49
Rank #203 / 487
No
11
Facility 11
AZ AVG 38
Rank #630 / 740
-
18
Facility 18
AZ AVG 12
Rank #115 / 529
Kimberly Wild3
9
Facility 9
AZ AVG 9
Rank #289 / 486
3.0
Facility 3.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #343 / 486
Bella Vita Assisted Living at Las Palmaritas
MC
AL
Phoenix (Paradise Valley Village)
5
Facility 5
AZ AVG 49
Rank #413 / 487
No
46
Facility 46
AZ AVG 38
Rank #288 / 740
-
17
Facility 17
AZ AVG 12
Rank #126 / 529
Hazel James1
2
Facility 2
AZ AVG 9
Rank #116 / 486
2.0
Facility 2.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #260 / 486
A Better Choice Assisted Living, LLC
MC
AL
Scottsdale (Aztec Corridor)
8
Facility 8
AZ AVG 49
Rank #381 / 487
Yes
69
Facility 69
AZ AVG 38
Rank #58 / 740
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
3
Facility 3
AZ AVG 12
Rank #415 / 529
Maria De Jesus Martinez1
3
Facility 3
AZ AVG 9
Rank #152 / 486
3.0
Facility 3.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #343 / 486
Starfish Care Homes
MC
AL
RC
Tucson (Northmall Centre)
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 49
Rank #203 / 487
No
43
Facility 43
AZ AVG 38
Rank #313 / 740
-
4
Facility 4
AZ AVG 12
Rank #383 / 529
Kris A Silverman2
0
Facility 0
AZ AVG 9
Rank #1 / 486
0.0
Facility 0.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #1 / 486
Pennington Gardens
MC
AL
HC
RC
Chandler
90
Facility 90
AZ AVG 49
Rank #124 / 487
Yes
30
Facility 30
AZ AVG 38
Rank #446 / 740
-
1
Facility 1
AZ AVG 12
Rank #492 / 529
Cindy Gilbert3
0
Facility 0
AZ AVG 9
Rank #1 / 486
0.0
Facility 0.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #1 / 486
Vista Pointe at Green Valley
MC
AL
RC
Green Valley
75
Facility 75
AZ AVG 49
Rank #141 / 487
Yes
20
Facility 20
AZ AVG 38
Rank #549 / 740
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Private Suite / Companion Suite
1
Facility 1
AZ AVG 12
Rank #492 / 529
-1
0
Facility 0
AZ AVG 9
Rank #1 / 486
0.0
Facility 0.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #1 / 486

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Overview of Aegis at Coconino Assisted Living Home

Bask in the warmth of the trusted senior living community of Aegis at Coconino Assisted Living Home set in the quiet East Coconino Street, Phoenix, AZ, that offers assisted living. With snug and sophisticated residences, seniors experience unparalleled comfort and convenience. The community is committed to enhancing seniors’ well-being with an experienced and highly qualified team lending extra hands around the clock.

Discover new hobbies and gain meaningful skills with a variety of engaging activities and enjoyable programs. Moreover, delightful and nutritious home-cooked meals await residents every meal time ensuring the finest dining experience. Aegis at Coconino Assisted Living Home is a good place for seniors to make every moment of their golden years count with its spacious backyard and cozy amenities.

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Overview of Active Care Home

Ideally set in Scottsdale, AZ, Active Care Home is a close-knit community designed for assisted living. The community ensures its residents are well-cared for with the help of highly-trained caregivers available to cater to residents’ needs any time of the day. With years of experience in assisted living, the community ensures residents receive compassionate care founded on extensive knowledge and experience.

Countless opportunities for recreation and enrichment are also available with various social and recreational activities offered. Residents are free from the hassles of cooking with nutritionally balanced meals served daily. At Active Care Home, residents enjoy all the conveniences they need to live life with comfort and ease.

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Overview of Fairbrook Grove Assisted Living Home Mesa Az

Enjoy a high quality of life with Fairbrook Grove Assisted Living Home Mesa Az, a warm and welcoming community in Mesa, AZ designed for assisted living. The community caters to residents needing additional support with their daily activities by offering access to a team of registered nurses 24/7. They also help those living with memory loss or recovering from illnesses or surgery through their comprehensive memory care and rehabilitation services.

Apart from its beautiful and cozy accommodations, the community enriches residents’ lives with fun and engaging activities and events. The wellness experience here is taken to new levels with healthy meals, probiotics, and natural preventive remedies served daily. With its excellent care team, eco-friendly residences, and great services, Fairbrook Groves is a nurturing environment where everyone can lead the retirement they deserve.

Contact Fairbrook Grove Assisted Living Home Mesa AZ

Overview of Brookdale Union Hills

Brookdale Union Hills, which can be found at 9296 West Union Hills Drive, Peoria, AZ, is a dedicated memory care community that provides exceptional care for individuals with dementia. Brookdale Union Hills prides itself on creating a secure, nurturing environment where residents can enjoy a high quality of life through personalized care and engaging activities. Brookdale Union Hills offers specialized memory care programs tailored to meet the unique needs of each resident. Their Clare Bridge program, designed for mid to late stages of dementia, and the Solace program, for advanced stages of dementia, provide compassionate, individualized care.

The care team focuses on consistent care assignments, ensuring that each resident receives the personal attention they deserve. The community also offers devotional services, walking club outings, movie nights, and music-based activities like karaoke, all contributing to a vibrant and supportive atmosphere. With amenities like an emergency alert system, pet-friendly policies, transportation, and a beauty/barber shop, Brookdale Union Hills ensures that every resident feels safe, cared for, and at home.

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Overview of Casas Adobes Assisted Living

Based in Pima County, Tucson, AZ, Casas Adobes Assisted Living is a classic senior living community that offers a serene environment for residents who wish to maintain an independent lifestyle but could benefit from additional support. The community provides residents with comfortable accommodations managed by a friendly management team. Residents receive the level of care and attention that each resident requires to maintain their freedom and independence.

Every living space is kept tidy and clean with housekeeping services provided by the community. Residents are guaranteed a safe living environment with safety equipment installed within the community to minimize fall risk. The community provides delicious meals every day that meet senior nutrition requirements, ensuring all of the residents’ dietary needs are provided. An array of social gatherings and events are regularly scheduled to provide residents with vibrant experiences.

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Overview of Bella Vita Assisted Living at Las Palmaritas

Bella Vita Las Palmeritas Assisted Living, nestled in Central Phoenix, provides a serene environment for seniors with its meticulously maintained grounds and picturesque outdoor spaces. The facility offers 10 private bedrooms with private bathrooms. Notably, they specialize in Parkinson’s care, which ensures specialized attention for residents with specific needs.

The living spaces are cozy and home-like, complemented by vibrant common areas exuding warmth and familiarity. Residents can also relish home-cooked meals and enjoy the convenience of a call system for assistance. Additionally, Bella Vita offers medication management and regular on-site visits from medical professionals. With staff available 24/7, the facility encourages residents to maintain their independence while staying active and connected to their surroundings.

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Overview of A Better Choice Assisted Living

Nestled in Scottsdale, Arizona, A Better Choice Assisted Living offers a nurturing environment where seniors receive personalized care, assistance with daily activities, and a sense of belonging. Residents experience daily joy, with their physical, emotional, and spiritual needs addressed with utmost dignity and respect.

With caregivers available 24/7, residents enjoy support whenever needed and essential services like meals, laundry, and housekeeping. The community prioritizes creating a familial assisted living atmosphere, ensuring residents feel cherished and valued. A Better Choice Assisted Living is an excellent senior living facility that will fulfill and surpass expectations.

Contact A Better Choice Assisted Living, LLC

Overview of Starfish Care Homes

A proud member of the Starfish Care Homes in Tucson, Starfish Village offers assisted living services while maintaining a healthy relationship between staff and residents. The senior assisted living home houses a team of dedicated staff who embody dedication and professionalism in providing healthy and well-balanced holistic wellness for its seniors. Starfish Village’s lifestyle centers its services on comfort and convenience, ensuring the needs of all its residents are holistically met. Accommodations include home-cooked meals, medication management, engaging activities, housekeeping, and ADLs.

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Overview of Pennington Gardens

Experience a sunny retirement experience at Pennington Gardens in Chandler, AZ. Residents will experience endless possibilities and feel inspired to grow within desert-inspired interiors that offer a lively engagement among fellow residents and staff in a home-like setting. With a range of services provided for assisted living and memory care support, older adults and seniors receive personalized care plans to meet and satisfy each unique needs.

Families can feel confident taking in their loved ones in one of Chandler’s trusted choices for senior living. The lifestyle at Pennington Gardens is designed to provide a retirement living experience that an individual deserves, supported and fulfilled by their compassionate staff. Expect resort-style amenities that help individuals live vibrantly with restaurant-style dining, ADLs, multiple lounge areas, walking paths, transportation service, rehabilitative therapy, respite stay, and specialized memory care training.

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Vista Pointe at Green Valley

1175 S. Abrego Drive, Green Valley, AZ 85614
Overview of Vista Pointe at Green Valley

Ideally set near hospitals and nature, Vista Pointe at Green Valley is a blissful community in Green Valley, AZ that offers assisted living and memory care. Residents are guaranteed immediate access to care with an excellent care team available 24/7. Accommodations here are designed to provide plenty of space and privacy with housekeeping and maintenance services for a carefree living experience.

Those living with memory conditions thrive in a setting tailored to their unique needs with Vibrant Living programming to enrich their lives and improve their quality of life. The community fosters a joyful and relaxing environment with plenty of activities, events, and amenities to enjoy. Here, everyone is given the care they need without neglecting their recreational needs.

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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 345 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.