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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 to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
| Freedom Plaza Arizona | MC AL HOS IL NH SNF | Peoria (North Plaza Del Rio Boulevard) | 111
Facility
111
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#111 / 522 | Yes |
28
Facility
28
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#501 / 818 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 48
Facility
48
AZ AVG
11
Rank
#3 / 533 | A+ | Ian G Lewis | 78
Facility
78
AZ AVG
82
Rank
#14 / 54 | 18 | 13
Facility
13
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#457 / 482 | 12
Facility
12
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#11 / 35 | 0.7
Facility
0.7
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#6 / 35 |
| Vi at Silverstone | MC AL IL NH SNF | Scottsdale (North Scottsdale) | 24
Facility
24
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#231 / 522 | Yes |
43
Facility
43
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#331 / 818 | Villa / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 14
Facility
14
AZ AVG
11
Rank
#140 / 533 | - | Andrew Quinn | - | 7 | 4
Facility
4
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#346 / 482 | - | - |
| The Terraces of Phoenix | MC AL IL NH SNF | Phoenix (Camelback East Village) | 64
Facility
64
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#188 / 522 | Yes |
62
Facility
62
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#130 / 818 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - | Kordell Erickson | 69
Facility
69
AZ AVG
82
Rank
#40 / 54 | 15 | 12
Facility
12
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#452 / 482 | 13
Facility
13
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#13 / 35 | 0.9
Facility
0.9
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#8 / 35 |
| Citadel Post Acute | MC NH SNF | Mesa (East Broadway Road) | 128
Facility
128
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#69 / 522 | No |
27
Facility
27
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#516 / 818 | - | - | F | Cory W Williams | 78
Facility
78
AZ AVG
82
Rank
#14 / 54 | 16 | 14
Facility
14
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#462 / 482 | 12
Facility
12
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#11 / 35 | 0.8
Facility
0.8
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#7 / 35 |
| Vi at Grayhawk | MC AL IL NH SNF | Scottsdale (Grayhawk) | 36
Facility
36
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#224 / 522 | Yes |
8
Facility
8
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#707 / 818 | - | - | A+ | - | - | 4 | 0
Facility
0
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#264 / 482 | 8
Facility
8
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#8 / 35 | 2.0
Facility
2.0
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#20 / 35 |
| Splendido at Rancho Vistoso | MC AL HOS NH RC SNF | Tucson | 42
Facility
42
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#218 / 522 | No |
8
Facility
8
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#707 / 818 | - | 18
Facility
18
AZ AVG
11
Rank
#97 / 533 | - | Maria Parham | 82
Facility
82
AZ AVG
82
Rank
#9 / 54 | 8 | 5
Facility
5
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#379 / 482 | 15
Facility
15
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#14 / 35 | 1.9
Facility
1.9
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#17 / 35 |
| Grandview Terrace Health & Rehabilitation Center | MC AL IL NH SNF | Sun City West (West Granite Valley Drive) | 72
Facility
72
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#170 / 522 | Yes |
42
Facility
42
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#345 / 818 | Private / Semi-Private Rooms | - | - | Cherie Keating | - | - | - | - | - |
| Legacy Rehab & Care Center | MC NH RC SNF | Bullhead City | 120
Facility
120
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#82 / 522 | No |
0
Facility
0
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#801 / 818 | - | 21
Facility
21
AZ AVG
11
Rank
#69 / 533 | A+ | Haley Basurto | 81
Facility
81
AZ AVG
82
Rank
#11 / 54 | 10 | 8
Facility
8
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#419 / 482 | 11
Facility
11
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#10 / 35 | 1.1
Facility
1.1
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#12 / 35 |
| Shadow Mountain Memory Care | MC AL RC | Phoenix (Paradise Valley Oasis) | 72
Facility
72
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#170 / 522 | Yes |
70
Facility
70
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#51 / 818 | Private / Companion Suites | 5
Facility
5
AZ AVG
11
Rank
#345 / 533 | A- | Misty Farnstrom | 95
Facility
95
AZ AVG
82
Rank
#2 / 54 | 9 | 8
Facility
8
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#419 / 482 | 1
Facility
1
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#2 / 35 | 0.1
Facility
0.1
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#2 / 35 |
| Hospice of the Valley | MC HC HOS PC RC | Phoenix (Ashby Acres) | - | No |
73
Facility
73
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#33 / 818 | - | 48
Facility
48
AZ AVG
11
Rank
#3 / 533 | A+ | Deborah Shumway | - | 1 | 0
Facility
0
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#1 / 482 | - | - |
| Broadway Proper Independent & Assisted Living | MC AL HOS IL NH SNF | Tucson (Broadway Proper) | 255
Facility
255
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#3 / 522 | No |
57
Facility
57
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#179 / 818 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 50
Facility
50
AZ AVG
11
Rank
#1 / 533 | - | Katrina Ellsworth | - | 2 | 1
Facility
1
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#175 / 482 | - | - |
| Sabino Canyon Rehabilitation and Care Center | MC NH SNF | Tucson (Harlan Heights) | 112
Facility
112
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#106 / 522 | No |
62
Facility
62
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#130 / 818 | - | 25
Facility
25
AZ AVG
11
Rank
#53 / 533 | - | Thomas Welker | 76
Facility
76
AZ AVG
82
Rank
#18 / 54 | 21 | 15
Facility
15
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#465 / 482 | 18
Facility
18
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#17 / 35 | 0.9
Facility
0.9
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#8 / 35 |
| Brookdale Santa Catalina | MC AL IL NH SNF | Tucson (Sin Vacas) | 155
Facility
155
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#33 / 522 | Yes |
0
Facility
0
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#801 / 818 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 27
Facility
27
AZ AVG
11
Rank
#38 / 533 | A+ | - | 71
Facility
71
AZ AVG
82
Rank
#32 / 54 | 6 | 4
Facility
4
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#346 / 482 | 59
Facility
59
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#29 / 35 | 9.8
Facility
9.8
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#32 / 35 |
| Montecito Post Acute and Care | MC NH SNF | Mesa | 222
Facility
222
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#11 / 522 | No |
66
Facility
66
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#84 / 818 | - | - | - | Aaron Kuck | 76
Facility
76
AZ AVG
82
Rank
#18 / 54 | 35 | 33
Facility
33
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#481 / 482 | 33
Facility
33
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#20 / 35 | 0.9
Facility
0.9
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#8 / 35 |
| Pueblo Norte Senior Living Community | MC AL IL | Scottsdale (Scottsdale Pueblo Norte) | 60
Facility
60
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#190 / 522 | Yes |
74
Facility
74
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#28 / 818 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 18
Facility
18
AZ AVG
11
Rank
#97 / 533 | - | Dawn R Larrarte | - | 2 | 0
Facility
0
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#1 / 482 | - | - |
Lavender Adult Day Care Center is an assisted living provider in Glendale, Arizona. The dedicated team of professionals at the daycare center delivers their service with the goal of recovery. The staff is encouraged to promote a comfortable level of respect and professionalism for residents to build mutual trust and respect among each other; they inspire residents to grow as better individuals through their enhanced lifestyle in a vibrant and positive environment. Intending to maintain the independence of its seniors, Lavender Adult Day Care ensures an atmosphere where residents are comfortable and secure to cultivate their holistic growth through a nurturing approach.
The cozy and home-like setting has private bedrooms, spacious common areas, well-lit lounge areas, and a dining room. With its focus on providing personalized care, vibrant programming, and a nurturing environment, Lavender Adult Day Care Center is dedicated to helping seniors live their best lives and enjoy a fulfilling and meaningful retirement.
Surrounded by convenient local amenities in West Firebird Drive, Glendale, AZ, Firebird Assisted Living I is an esteemed community that offers assisted living. Dedicated to improving older adults’ wellness, the community strives to accommodate up to five residents and provide them with top-tier care and assistance around the clock. Housekeeping and laundry, alongside ambulatory and non-ambulatory services, are also provided for residents to live without worries in their golden years.
Elevate retirement with stimulating activities and fun programs tailored to residents’ leisure and well-being. There’s no need to worry about mealtimes with healthy and delicious meals catering to dietary needs and preferences served three times daily. Incontinence care, diabetic management, and medication monitoring are also provided for residents’ convenience. Live a blissful retirement while receiving genuine care from a trusted community.
Situated in the serene landscape of Peoria, Arizona, Lake Pleasant Assisted Living is a beautiful family-owned and operated assisted living home. This community is committed to enhancing the quality of life for its residents, fostering a sense of belonging, and providing personalized care with warmth. Their team ensures that essential healthcare services are available. Additionally, residents benefit from convenient laundry services.
At Lake Pleasant Assisted Living, residents receive assistance with daily activities, including hygiene and personal care. This welcoming community offers a safe, comfortable environment where seniors can thrive and enjoy their golden years. Conveniently situated at the crossroads of Happy Valley Road and Lake Pleasant Road, this community provides compassionate care and support for seniors in the area.
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.
Burrowed in a tranquil neighborhood in Pinal County, Apache Junction,AZ, Visions Assisted Living of Apache Junction is a distinctive senior living community that offers personalized assisted living and memory care services. Residents can choose from private and shared suites with individual climate control, spacious walk-in showers, and access to housekeeping and linen services for a hassle-free lifestyle. Meanwhile, their memory care neighborhood is designed to allow residents to function independently at their level of ability, while receiving care and assistance where needed.
With 24-hour care and an array of supportive services, including assistance with bathing, dressing, grooming, medication administration, eating assistance, and regular wellness checks by nurses, residents are provided with utmost peace of mind. The community also offers a range of life enriching activities and three nutritious, tasty meals daily for a healthy and active lifestyle. With an array of convenient care services, inviting amenities, and vibrant activities, residents are guaranteed to live a simplified and fulfilling lifestyle.
The Valencia Home is the flagship property of the senior care group MD Senior Living. It is a small luxurious community with 10 beds only, each with its own private bathroom. Residents can truly enjoy elegantly decorated spaces, full social activities calendar, and delicious food choices.
Because it is a small community only, you can be sure that the residents are well taken care of. Despite the small number of residents in the community, they always have a nurse on staff, and they care about their residents. They always have an awake staff and two caregivers during the day. What makes them more unique is the willingness to hire more caregivers if the care is needed. That is how dedicated they are to provide only the best senior care.
Mosaic Gardens Memory Care home provides a comfortable and upscale senior living experience for adults in Surprise. The luxurious memory care and assisted living create a lifestyle that aims to provide an enjoyable lifestyle that cultivates individuality and growth. They hope residents discover many possibilities where anything can happen at the premier residence in the city.
Mosaic Gardens boasts its memory care benefits that ensure an unwavering commitment to security, as the facility is thoughtfully designed to offer a secure and comfortable atmosphere. The residence boasts a vibrant social calendar and a wide range of recreational activities, promoting engagement and fulfillment in personalized memory care training. Other services and amenities include medication management, supervised care, specialized programs, engaging activities, and ADLs for stress-free living.
Tucked away in Flagstaff, Arizona, Highgate Senior Living – Flagstaff is a luxury senior living community that provides assisted living and memory care. Residents here are free from tiring chores and offered extra help with their daily living activities like personal care and medication management. The community provides elegant accommodations with a variety of suite sizes, styles, and views for residents’ unique preferences and lifestyle needs.
Every corner of the community fosters warmth and connections with its cozy fireplace setting, library lounges, and activity areas. Three nutritious meals are served daily in the inviting dining room along with replenishing snacks and drinks. Activities like exercise classes, outings, games, and entertainment are regularly conducted to give residents opportunities to connect, have fun, and enjoy life.
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.
Operated by Hospice of the Valley, Surprise Inpatient Care Home is a senior care community in the Sierra Verde neighborhood of Surprise, Arizona, close to a nearby hospital. The community provides home care, memory care, palliative care, and respite care. Families can avail several care options based on a loved one’s changing needs.
Each resident receives a personalized care plan developed by a multidisciplinary nursing team. Staff have specialized memory care training. The facility also provides palliative care, pulmonary care, grief support, and therapy services. With this range of services, the community can support residents with complex medical needs and those receiving end-of-life care while supporting their families.
The community offers a home-like setting for both long-term memory care and short-term stays, including respite and hospice care. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 60, making it moderately walkable. Some nearby destinations can be reached on foot. Visiting family members can conveniently access local services.
Families considering Surprise Inpatient Care Home should ask about staffing levels and daily routines during a tour.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these memory care communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
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 337 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.













