Page 4 of 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. 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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over 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.
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.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
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.
Haven Springs at North Phoenix
MC
AL
Phoenix (Paradise Valley Village)
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 75
Rank #170 / 262
No
38
Facility 38
AZ AVG 38
Rank #167 / 331
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
1
Facility 1
AZ AVG 13
Rank #258 / 270
-Dimple AminA2
0
Facility 0
AZ AVG 9
Rank #1 / 254
0.0
Facility 0.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #1 / 254
Chaparral Winds Independent Living
MC
AL
IL
Surprise
96
Facility 96
AZ AVG 75
Rank #104 / 262
Yes
38
Facility 38
AZ AVG 38
Rank #167 / 331
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
23
Facility 23
AZ AVG 13
Rank #45 / 270
-Lisa S WynnA8
2
Facility 2
AZ AVG 9
Rank #46 / 254
0.3
Facility 0.3
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #40 / 254
Sunrise Care Homes Shea
MC
AL
HOS
Scottsdale (Central Scottsdale)
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 75
Rank #170 / 262
No
22
Facility 22
AZ AVG 38
Rank #236 / 331
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
3
Facility 3
AZ AVG 13
Rank #238 / 270
-Elio SarmientoA2
0
Facility 0
AZ AVG 9
Rank #1 / 254
0.0
Facility 0.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #1 / 254
Sierra del Sol
MC
AL
RC
Tucson (Hidden Hills)
140
Facility 140
AZ AVG 75
Rank #36 / 262
Yes
40
Facility 40
AZ AVG 38
Rank #152 / 331
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
11
Facility 11
AZ AVG 13
Rank #120 / 270
-Laure J MendenhallA-8
7
Facility 7
AZ AVG 9
Rank #110 / 254
0.9
Facility 0.9
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #78 / 254
Mountain Park Senior Living
MC
AL
IL
Phoenix (Ahwatukee Foothills Village)
86
Facility 86
AZ AVG 75
Rank #114 / 262
No
44
Facility 44
AZ AVG 38
Rank #133 / 331
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
7
Facility 7
AZ AVG 13
Rank #177 / 270
-Mackenzie MinerA+6
3
Facility 3
AZ AVG 9
Rank #61 / 254
0.5
Facility 0.5
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #49 / 254
Avista Senior Living Apache Junction
MC
AL
RC
Apache Junction
48
Facility 48
AZ AVG 75
Rank #157 / 262
Yes
52
Facility 52
AZ AVG 38
Rank #94 / 331
Studio / 1 Bed
3
Facility 3
AZ AVG 13
Rank #221 / 270
-Candice FineA+4
2
Facility 2
AZ AVG 9
Rank #46 / 254
0.5
Facility 0.5
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #49 / 254
Desert Winds Assisted Living
MC
AL
IL
Peoria (Desert Winds Mod)
88
Facility 88
AZ AVG 75
Rank #112 / 262
Yes
51
Facility 51
AZ AVG 38
Rank #98 / 331
-
26
Facility 26
AZ AVG 13
Rank #34 / 270
-Nora DartoeA+9
0
Facility 0
AZ AVG 9
Rank #1 / 254
0.0
Facility 0.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #1 / 254
Emerald Springs Senior Living
MC
AL
IL
RC
Yuma
200
Facility 200
AZ AVG 75
Rank #12 / 262
Yes
9
Facility 9
AZ AVG 38
Rank #290 / 331
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
17
Facility 17
AZ AVG 13
Rank #82 / 270
A+April L ChavezB+11
9
Facility 9
AZ AVG 9
Rank #134 / 254
0.8
Facility 0.8
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #71 / 254
Cottages at Peoria
MC
RC
Peoria
98
Facility 98
AZ AVG 75
Rank #100 / 262
Yes
52
Facility 52
AZ AVG 38
Rank #94 / 331
Private Rooms / Companion Rooms
12
Facility 12
AZ AVG 13
Rank #113 / 270
A+Erin E MastersonB+12
11
Facility 11
AZ AVG 9
Rank #155 / 254
0.9
Facility 0.9
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #78 / 254
Sunridge Village
MC
AL
Bullhead City
149
Facility 149
AZ AVG 75
Rank #28 / 262
Yes
14
Facility 14
AZ AVG 38
Rank #268 / 331
Studio / 1 Bed
23
Facility 23
AZ AVG 13
Rank #45 / 270
A+Vanessa R BellB+7
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 9
Rank #145 / 254
1.4
Facility 1.4
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #119 / 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 Haven Springs at North Phoenix

Experience compassionate care at the enriching senior living community of Haven Springs at North Phoenix, located in Phoenix, AZ, offering premiere assisted living and memory care services. The community welcomes residents into snug and accommodating residences close to local shopping, dining, and medical facilities, making sure residents have easy access to the necessities of life. Residents are offered personalized care plans, encompassing assistance with daily living activities, medication management, and health monitoring for a well-supported lifestyle.

Recognizing the importance of families and their involvement in the residents’ lives, the community fosters vibrant family engagements through regular family updates, engagement and various family activities. The community also offers a variety of activities and events to keep residents engaged and active, including arts and crafts, fun games, and educational opportunities. Residents also enjoy access to an array of convenient amenities, including  restaurant-style dining and beautiful outdoor spaces for relaxation.

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Overview of Chaparral Winds Independent Living

Chaparral Winds boasts an elegant and professional atmosphere that delivers world-class service with compassion and respect. They offer senior independent living options in a resort-style setting. Residents of all lifestyles are encouraged to enjoy seamless access to the beautiful community features available. Chaparral Winds built its trusted reputation on terrific customer service, earning it the respect of being a reliable senior living community in Surprise.

The lifestyle is resident-centered, providing that seniors can prioritize while balanced with the freedom to do as they please. Community services include ADLs, medication management, housekeeping, wellness programs, educational activities, and social events.

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Overview of Sunrise Care Homes Shea

Take in the warmth of the outstanding senior living community of Sunrise Care Homes Shea located in the serene North 66th Street, Scottsdale, AZ, offering assisted living. Promoting a bright and friendly environment, the community ensures seniors feel a sense of belonging and security in its cozy spaces. Alongside care for spinal cord and traumatic head injuries, Sunrise Care Homes Shea doubles its efforts to devise a care plan that best suits seniors’ needs and preferences with a team of dedicated and highly trained professionals.

Pamper yourself with weekly salon services and battle loneliness with a cheerful community that provides companionship. Have a delightful dining experience with delightful and well-balanced meals that cater to dietary needs and tastes. Sunrise Care Homes Shea is ideal for seniors aiming to make the most out of their best years while receiving the finest care and assistance for their ever-changing needs.

 

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Overview of Sierra Del Sol

Sierra Del Sol offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Tucson, AZ. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident maintains an apartment, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Respite care is available for short stays, which can suit a family caregiver who needs time to travel or recover.

The combination of assisted living and memory care may be a good fit for a resident whose support needs could increase over time without leaving the community. Sierra Del Sol has 140 beds and is located in the Hidden Hills neighborhood. Housing options include studios, one-bedroom apartments, and two-bedroom apartments, allowing a resident to select either a single-room layout or a layout with separate bedroom space.

A Walk Score of 40 places the area in a car-dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride rather than a short walk. Pets are allowed, enabling residents to bring a pet when moving to the community. Laure J Mendenhall serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Mountain Park Senior Living

Mountain Park Senior Living sits at 4475 E Knox Road, three stories, 86 beds, six years into operation under administrator Mackenzie Miner; Phoenix Senior Housing Leaseco owns it. The neighborhood itself is quiet, with mountain views, given where this sits in Phoenix.

Residents move between directed care, personal care, and supervisory care, plus straightforward independent and assisted living, all under one roof. A resident’s needs can shift over a few years, and this setup means that shift doesn’t automatically mean packing up and finding a new address. Memory care rounds out the offering. Floor plans run studio through two-bedroom.

A score of 44 puts this in “somewhat walkable” territory, so plan on driving for most errands rather than strolling. Inside, though, there’s an on-site restaurant doing chef-prepared meals with fresh ingredients, not a cafeteria situation. Transportation services cover outings and errands beyond the property line, which matters for a community set back from downtown.

Activities lean toward fitness classes, educational programming, and enrichment work, the kind of structure that keeps days from blurring together. On the regulatory side, state inspection attention here has centered on care planning and documentation, a routine category that shows up across assisted living oversight generally, not something unique to this address.

Mountain Park is a multi-tier care community built for residents who might need more support down the line, set in a quiet, mountain-adjacent pocket of Phoenix where getting around means driving, not walking.

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Overview of Avista Senior Living Apache Junction

Tucked away in the neighborhood of Apache Junction, AZ, Avista Senior Living Apache Junction is a prominent senior living community that offers assisted living services. The community caters to residents who can benefit from added care and support while still maintaining their independence. Residents here are provided with a reliable care team to depend on for their care needs, emergencies, and concerns, ensuring they are well-cared for and comfortable.

Every day is made productive and fun with a wide array of stimulating and engaging activities to enjoy. Residents can choose from an array of studio and one-bedroom apartments to choose their ideal residence with apartment maintenance and housekeeping for a maintenance-free living. The community also provides meals that are both healthy and delicious, combined with thoughtful amenities for utmost comfort and convenience.

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Overview of Desert Winds Assisted Living

Desert Winds Retirement Community is the premier independent living, assisted living, and memory care home in Peoria. Providing an exquisite senior living lifestyle, seniors will cultivate a vibrant social life during retirement. Management ensures that residents maintain an active and independent living while receiving full support. Residents are encouraged to pursue their interests and find new activities that flourish in a nurturing environment.

The community boasts a list of comprehensive amenities that make retirement feel like a permanent vacation. These include a swimming pool, a courtyard, landscaped grounds, an expansive dining menu experience, and private apartments.

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Overview of Emerald Springs Senior Living

Find the care you need at Emerald Springs Senior Living, an outstanding 55+ community in Yuma, AZ, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Dedicated to improving residents’ well-being, a kind and highly trained team provides top-notch care tailored to their personal needs around the clock. Residents keep their peace of mind with beautifully furnished and spacious accommodations in a nurturing and welcoming environment.

Here, residents are encouraged to live actively and make new friends with a jam-packed calendar of fun recreational activities and engaging programs. Three delicious and healthy meals are also served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Scheduled transportation and a 24-hour emergency call system are provided for residents’ convenience and safety. The community is great for those seeking independence in their golden years, especially with its state-of-the-art amenities.

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Cottages at Peoria

9045 W Athens St, Peoria, AZ 85382
Overview of Cottages at Peoria

Cottages at Peoria is a premier care facility that helps its residents rediscover daily joy. They offer memory and respite care services tailored to seniors’ needs and preferences. The community provides a wide range of engaging activities and programs, creating a beautiful and serene environment for residents to enjoy with a comprehensive array of services and amenities, including round-the-clock staff support, housekeeping, and laundry services.

The community prioritizes the independence and well-being of its residents, ensuring that their unique care needs are met with personalized attention—the elegant and inviting atmosphere that promotes self-care and encourages residents to engage in physical activity. The beautiful outdoor courtyard offers residents a peaceful place to stroll and connect with nature. Combined with exceptional services and world-class amenities, Cottages at Peoria provides peace of mind to families in the community.

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Overview of Sunridge Village

Sunridge Village offers assisted living and memory care in Bullhead City, Arizona. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident keeps a private living space. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and having both care levels available may allow a resident’s needs to grow over time without requiring a move to another community.

The community has 149 beds and offers studio and one bedroom layouts. Residents can choose a single private space or an arrangement with a separate bedroom, and pets are allowed so someone with a pet can continue living with that companion. Vanessa R. Bell serves as the administrator.

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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