Other senior care options in Arizona:

Page 25 of Best Memory Care in Arizona

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 337 memory care communities 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
Reviewed by
Last updated
Jul 2026
We analyzed
337 homes
Other senior care options in Arizona:

Video Tour: Top-rated Memory Care facilities in Arizona.

Watch this Video to see Arizona's Top-rated Senior Communities
Avg Walk Score: 37/ 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: 54The 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 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
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--
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
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
--FCory W Williams
78
Facility 78
AZ AVG 82
Rank #14 / 54
16
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
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
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
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
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--
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--
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
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
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 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--
Rows per page:
View all Nearby Homes
Overview of The Citadel Senior Living Community

The Citadel Senior Living Community in Mesa, Arizona offers senior living near me with a warm and supportive environment where they can thrive. With no buy-in fees and convenient month-to-month leases, The Citadel provides flexibility and peace of mind.

The Citadel offers both independent living and assisted living options.  Independent living residents enjoy the freedom of their own apartment without the worry of maintenance or chores. Housekeeping, meal service, and transportation are available for those who desire them. For those who need a helping hand with daily activities, The Citadel’s Assisted Living program provides personalized care plans.  A dedicated staff is available 24/7 to ensure residents’ safety and well-being. The Citadel prioritizes resident wellness and offers a variety of amenities to keep residents active and engaged.  Take a dip in the heated pool, relax in the jacuzzi, or challenge friends to a game of billiards.  A fitness room, library, and beauty salon are also available for resident use.

The Citadel understands the importance of social connection.  A full calendar of activities offers something for everyone, from ice cream socials and arts and crafts classes to lectures and live entertainment.  Regular outings and excursions provide opportunities to explore the Mesa area.

Contact The Citadel Senior Living Community

Overview of Aegis at Redwood Assisted Living Home

Have a relaxing and secure retirement with the idyllic senior living community of Aegis at Redwood Assisted Living Home situated in the peaceful neighborhood of East Redwood Lane, Ahwatukee, AZ, providing assisted living. The community promotes a cozy and intimate setting, ensuring seniors receive the right care and attention for their unique needs. Keep worries at bay with a team of respectful and highly qualified professionals attending to daily living activities.

A full slate of enjoyable activities and engaging programs accompanies seniors as they go about their day. With well-balanced and delightful meals, residents can rest assured of meeting their dietary needs and preferences for a satisfactory dining experience. Aegis at Redwood Assisted Living Home strives to provide a safe place for seniors to experience a glorious retirement.

Contact Aegis at Redwood Assisted Living Home

Overview of Visions Assisted Living

Visions Assisted Living at Mesa offers senior living near me in the Mesa, Arizona area a desirable living option focused on quality, service, and value. Their commitment starts with helping you choose Visions as your new home, ensuring a smooth transition.

Visions offers assisted living and memory care services designed to empower residents to live life to the fullest.  Their beautifully designed community features amenities like family-style dining, engaging activity programs, walking paths, and a beauty salon, all promoting resident independence and social interaction. Apartments are available in private and shared suites, with housekeeping, utilities (except phone), and climate control included.  Visions provides a variety of care plans to meet individual needs, including assistance with daily living activities, medication management, and incontinence care.

A 24-hour staff is always available to ensure resident safety and well-being.  Regular wellness checks by nurses and a life enrichment program offering social, mental, and physical activities contribute to a holistic approach to senior care. Visions Assisted Living offers various service packages to suit individual needs.  These range from basic amenities and activities to comprehensive care plans including assistance with bathing, dressing, and medication management.

Contact Visions Assisted Living

Overview of Amiga 1 Assisted Living Home

An astounding senior living community in North 22nd Street, Phoenix, AZ, Amiga 1 Assisted Living Home focuses on assisted living. The community fosters a cozy and quaint setting, ensuring seniors receive the utmost attention and support for their special needs. With a kind and dedicated team helping with daily living activities and maintenance, seniors flourish and reach their full potential.

Ideally situated near convenient amenities and stunning attractions, the community ensures residents easily access their necessities and desires. Maintain an active and well-engaged lifestyle with a robust slate of engaging activities and exciting events. Group meals are also available to promote a sense of belonging for residents while enjoying their mealtimes. Amiga 1 Assisted Living Home is great for seniors aiming to maximize their independence.

Contact Amiga 1 Assisted Living Home LLC

Overview of The Bluffs of Flagstaff Senior Living

The Bluffs of Flagstaff Senior Living is a supportive community designed to provide a comfortable and enriching lifestyle for seniors located in Flagstaff, Arizona. Residents can enjoy the tranquility of the surroundings while receiving assistance with daily activities, ensuring a high quality of life in a peaceful and secure environment.

The Bluffs of Flagstaff Senior Living provides a range of amenities and services tailored to meet the individual needs of residents. From spacious and thoughtfully designed living spaces to engaging social activities and delicious, chef-prepared meals, this community fosters a sense of community and belonging.

Contact The Bluffs of Flagstaff Senior Living

Overview of A Paradise for Parents Assisted Living & Memory Care IV

Enjoy unrivaled care and comfort with the esteemed senior living community of A Paradise for Parents Assisted Living & Memory Care IV in West Campbell Avenue, Goodyear, AZ, offering assisted living and memory care. With its specially designed and sophisticated accommodations, the community ensures seniors’ comfort and security for a worry-free retirement. Dedicated to enhancing seniors’ quality of life, a team of compassionate and highly skilled professionals provides top-tier care and assistance around the clock.

Have fun with friends and create lasting moments through stimulating activities and enriching programs. Eat well and feel good with delightful and nutritious home-cooked meals that satisfy cravings and dietary needs. A Paradise for Parents Assisted Living & Memory Care IV is ideal for seniors looking for assistance while aiming to maintain their independence.

Contact A Paradise for Parents Assisted Living & Memory Care IV

Overview of Acti-Kare Senior & Home Care of Chandler, Az

Acti-Kare Responsive Home Care operates across Maricopa County, delivering non-medical in-home care, specialized memory support, and temporary respite services from its base in Chandler, Arizona. Their field staff assists seniors with daily personal care routines, medication reminders, and meal preparation. The agency also provides short-term recovery support for individuals healing from surgeries, companion services, and specific programs like post-natal home care for new mothers.

Caregivers can be scheduled for daytime shifts or continuous, 24-hour overnight monitoring. Through their structured Acti-Vate program, staff members engage clients in cognitive stimulation exercises and everyday wellness activities. The agency can also coordinate with visiting home health therapists for individuals completing physical or occupational rehabilitation.

The administrative territory in Chandler carries a high walkability score of 90 out of 100, showing that the central office area is highly pedestrian-friendly for staff and visiting families.

Interested individuals can reach out to the Chandler office team to discuss specific care schedules, hourly rates, and matching options. Setting up a consultation allows families to explain their exact routine and see how the agency adapts its programming as a senior’s physical or memory needs change over time.

Contact Acti-Kare Senior & Home Care of Chandler, AZ

Overview of MorningStar Assisted Living and Memory Care at Arrowhead

Part of the MorningStar Senior Living Group, MorningStar Assisted Living and Memory Care at Arrowhead is a two-story senior living community in the Arrowhead Ranch neighborhood of Glendale, Arizona. The community offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care. This means residents can additional support without moving if their needs change. Abrazo Arrowhead Campus is about 2 miles away. Residents and families have convenient access to nearby hospital care.

Residents can choose from studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments for different space needs and budgets. The community features a dining room, lounge areas, a courtyard, and an arts and crafts studio, providing both social and quiet places to spend time. Housekeeping, transportation services, fitness programs, recreation activities, and organized social events are available here.

The community welcomes pets, so residents can move in with a companion animal. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 40, which is somewhat walkable. A few nearby shops and services can be reached on foot. However, most errands and outings require a car or the community’s transportation service.

Families considering both assisted living and memory care may appreciate that MorningStar at Arrowhead offers both levels of care in one community. Future care transitions are easier if additional support is needed.

Contact MorningStar Assisted Living and Memory Care at Arrowhead

Overview of The Peaks, a Senior Living Community

Serving the area of Flagstaff, AZ, The Peaks, a Senior Living Community is a compassionate senior living community that aims to provide a healthy aging lifestyle. The community offers bungalow living, independent living, assisted living, and memory care to accommodate residents’ ever-changing needs. Residences here are equipped with convenient features and services like housekeeping and maintenance for residents’ convenience.

Cozy common areas, fun activities, and amenities like a salon, fitness center, pool, spa, and library are offered to keep residents stimulated and entertained. Chef-inspired meals are served restaurant-style, giving residents an enjoyable dining experience. With 24-hour team members and emergency call systems, residents here enjoy a comfortable life within a safe and secure setting.

Contact The Peaks, A Senior Living Community

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.

Contact Phoenix Mountain Post-Acute

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
No paid rankings Communities cannot pay to influence placement.
How we're paid: If we help you find a community and you move in, that community may pay us a referral fee. This never affects where they rank or what you pay. Learn more
Submit a correction
Who we are

Your Senior Care Partner, Every Step of the Way

We help families find affordable senior communities and unlock same day discounts, Medicaid, and Medicare options tailored to your needs.

Contact us Today

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.