Page 22 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

Compare Memory Care around Arizona

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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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.
Vista Living Senior Care
MC
AL
Paradise Valley (Paradise Del Este)
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 49
Rank #203 / 487
Yes
2
Facility 2
AZ AVG 38
Rank #731 / 740
Private Suites
3
Facility 3
AZ AVG 12
Rank #415 / 529
Dean C Hency1
2
Facility 2
AZ AVG 9
Rank #116 / 486
2.0
Facility 2.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #260 / 486
Firebird Assisted Living I
MC
AL
Glendale (Arrowhead Ranch)
5
Facility 5
AZ AVG 49
Rank #413 / 487
No
23
Facility 23
AZ AVG 38
Rank #519 / 740
Private Rooms
9
Facility 9
AZ AVG 12
Rank #235 / 529
Stephanie G Burns1
5
Facility 5
AZ AVG 9
Rank #202 / 486
5.0
Facility 5.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #419 / 486
R & D Marathon Assisted Living Home LLC
MC
AL
IL
NH
Glendale (Arrowhead Ranch)
5
Facility 5
AZ AVG 49
Rank #413 / 487
No
42
Facility 42
AZ AVG 38
Rank #325 / 740
-
4
Facility 4
AZ AVG 12
Rank #383 / 529
Donna Krocka1
0
Facility 0
AZ AVG 9
Rank #1 / 486
0.0
Facility 0.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #1 / 486
Montelena Assisted Living and Memory Care
MC
AL
Queen Creek (Montelena)
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 49
Rank #203 / 487
No
9
Facility 9
AZ AVG 38
Rank #658 / 740
-
2
Facility 2
AZ AVG 12
Rank #446 / 529
Matthew Anderson1
0
Facility 0
AZ AVG 9
Rank #1 / 486
0.0
Facility 0.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #1 / 486
Sunflower Hills Assisted Living
MC
AL
Glendale (Woodridge Vi)
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 49
Rank #203 / 487
No
32
Facility 32
AZ AVG 38
Rank #427 / 740
Private / Shared Rooms
1
Facility 1
AZ AVG 12
Rank #492 / 529
Emmanuel Robert3
8
Facility 8
AZ AVG 9
Rank #270 / 486
2.7
Facility 2.7
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #326 / 486
Desert Blossom Health and Rehabilitation
MC
NH
SNF
Mesa (Buckhorn)
106
Facility 106
AZ AVG 49
Rank #98 / 487
No
31
Facility 31
AZ AVG 38
Rank #432 / 740
--David Bush19
8
Facility 8
AZ AVG 9
Rank #270 / 486
0.4
Facility 0.4
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #104 / 486
The Palazzo
MC
AL
NH
SNF
Phoenix (Leescroft)
66
Facility 66
AZ AVG 49
Rank #154 / 487
No
68
Facility 68
AZ AVG 38
Rank #63 / 740
-
1
Facility 1
AZ AVG 12
Rank #492 / 529
Charles B Kerby9
48
Facility 48
AZ AVG 9
Rank #474 / 486
5.3
Facility 5.3
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #428 / 486
Lake View Terrace Memory Care Residence
MC
Lake Havasu City
72
Facility 72
AZ AVG 49
Rank #144 / 487
No
53
Facility 53
AZ AVG 38
Rank #206 / 740
Private / Shared Studio
17
Facility 17
AZ AVG 12
Rank #126 / 529
-7
30
Facility 30
AZ AVG 9
Rank #449 / 486
4.3
Facility 4.3
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #407 / 486
Olive Grove Assisted Living and Memory Care
MC
AL
IL
Phoenix (Camelback East Village)
115
Facility 115
AZ AVG 49
Rank #80 / 487
No
74
Facility 74
AZ AVG 38
Rank #27 / 740
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
3
Facility 3
AZ AVG 12
Rank #415 / 529
-21
39
Facility 39
AZ AVG 9
Rank #469 / 486
1.9
Facility 1.9
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #256 / 486
An Enchanted Assisted Living
MC
AL
Surprise (Legacy Parc)
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 49
Rank #203 / 487
No
19
Facility 19
AZ AVG 38
Rank #553 / 740
Private Rooms
18
Facility 18
AZ AVG 12
Rank #115 / 529
Mirela Deac2
12
Facility 12
AZ AVG 9
Rank #345 / 486
6.0
Facility 6.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #438 / 486

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every AZ community we track that reports that metric, not just the 345 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Vista Living Senior Care

4810 E Hummingbird Ln, Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
Overview of Vista Living Senior Care

Age gracefully in a loving environment with Vista Living Senior Care, a compassionate community in Paradise Valley, AZ dedicated to assisted living. Built for luxury living, the community features an array of beautifully designed accommodations surrounded by stunning views of mountains. They feature a team of excellent caregivers available 24/7 to support residents with their daily activities like personal hygiene and medication management.

Residents maintain their wellness with carefully prepared meals and an array of enriching activities that foster mental stimulation and physical activity. Accommodations are designed with high ceilings, large windows for plenty of natural light, and easy access to relaxing outdoor spaces for enjoying nature. Here in Vista Living Senior Care, residents live their best lives amidst a stunning and nurturing environment.

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Overview of Firebird Assisted Living I

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.

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Overview of R & D Marathon Assisted Living Home

An outstanding senior living community residing in the quiet residential area of West Julie Drive, Glendale, AZ, R & D Marathon Assisted Living Home LLC specializes in assisted living. The community can accommodate up to five residents with its cozy and intimate setting. With a kind and dedicated team attending to seniors’ needs and aspirations, families can rest assured knowing their loved ones are well-cared for.

Promoting a lively and welcoming environment, the community conducts fun activities and engaging programs for residents to remain active and well-connected. Meals are also provided to meet dietary needs and tastes. R & D Marathon Assisted Living Home LLC is a good place for seniors to spend their golden years doing the things they love while receiving just the right care for their unique needs.

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Overview of Montelena Assisted Living and Memory Care

Montelena is a senior living community located in Queen Creek, AZ, which specializes in providing assisted living with memory care. This community prides itself with the quality of care they provide to their residents, with their registered nurse on staff, 24/7 assistance and supervision, and medication management. The living options available in Montelena vary from private to semi private rooms, and semi private rooms are convertible to private.

Montelena provides its residents a number of amenities, too, from entertainment, to communication, to freshly prepared meals and snacks. The residents are also provided individual call pendants that can notify staff if in need of immediate attention. Furthermore, the residents are sure to live comfortably in this community, free from stress of doing daily chores as housekeeping and laundry services are also provided.

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Overview of Sunflower Hills Assisted Living

Sunflower Hills Assisted Living is an idyllic retreat surrounded by serene parks on West Topeka Drive, Glendale, AZ, offering assisted living. With its quaint and welcoming setting, the community strives to accommodate up to 10 residents while providing dementia care, wound care, and functional care, alongside 24-hour assistance to ensure comfort and safety. Residents also enjoy the community’s vibrant and welcoming environment for a stress-free retirement.

Enrich your retirement with a full calendar of engaging activities and fun programs tailored to your leisure and wellness. Here, residents do not have to worry about mealtimes with their healthy and delicious meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. Occupational, physical, and speech therapy, medication management, and pain management are also provided to enhance residents’ living conditions. The community is ideal for those looking to find all the care they need with its comprehensive care.

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Overview of Desert Blossom Health and Rehabilitation

Sister company to Citadel Post Acute, Desert Blossom is also the premier short-term and long-term rehabilitation center in the city.  The nursing home offers a definite solution to all your needs, ensuring that comfort and relaxation are being prioritized– with the staff ready and dedicated to supporting all your needs throughout. Desert Blossom is a community where residents are sure to thrive. 
Desert Blossom nursing and rehab experience is centered on skilled nursing, wellness, and therapy. Residents can feel confident knowing that is filled with a caliber of service that is safe, comfortable, and therapeutic. Seniors are encouraged to maintain a lifestyle of independence and individuality by staying active and engaged with social, recreational, and stimulating activities. 

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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 Lake View Terrace Memory Care Residence

Lake View Terrace Memory Care Residence is a 72-bed memory care community in Lake Havasu City, Arizona, serving residents living with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. Memory care provides a supervised setting with support for residents who may be at risk of wandering, and the community may be a good fit for someone who needs dementia-focused care. Private and shared studio housing gives residents the choice of having their own space or sharing a studio with a companion.

Memory care starts at $2,899 per month, giving families a baseline for budgeting before care-related charges are considered. Medication management, pharmacy services, and diabetes management for insulin-dependent residents are available, while visiting physicians and nurse practitioners provide access to medical support at the community. Respite care allows a resident to stay temporarily when their usual caregiver needs support, and short-term rehabilitation is also available.

Residents can participate in art therapy, music therapy, group exercise classes, and weekly group outings, with transportation available for those outings. A salon, rehabilitation services, religious services, and specialized dining options are also offered. The area has a Walk Score of 53, making it somewhat walkable, so a resident may be able to complete some errands on foot while other outings may require transportation.

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Overview of Olive Grove Assisted Living and Memory Care

Burrowed in the peaceful area of Maricopa County, Phoenix, AZ, Olive Grove Assisted Living and Memory Care is a reliable senior living community that offers a serene environment for assisted living and memory care. Enjoy the privacy and freedom of thoughtfully curated accommodations complemented with the convenience and security of on-call assistance and a maintenance-free environment. Their compassionate care team is dedicated to serving seniors, providing them assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing and medication reminders.

As a continuum of care community, Olive Grove allows residents to comfortably age in one place even as their needs evolve. By providing personalized assistance, supportive services and compassionate care in a well-maintained environment, the community offers an ideal place for seniors who can no longer live on their own at home but do not require complex medical attention. The community also offers a wealth of interesting activities and enjoyable amenities, encouraging residents to stay active and engaged.

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Overview of An Enchanted Assisted Living

An Enchanted Assisted Living is a safe community in Surprise, AZ for those who require assisted living. The community helps residents maintain their independence while receiving quality care and assistance with their daily living activities. By offering services like friendly companionship, medication management, and personal care assistance, the community allows residents to live their lives without worries.

Those living with memory loss find the comfort and programming they need to maintain their cognitive abilities with the community’s specialized memory care. With full housekeeping services available, residents can spend more of their precious time on the things they love. Here, residents comfortably enjoy the life they want while being surrounded by compassionate care and support.

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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.