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| Freedom Plaza Arizona |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). | Peoria (North Plaza Del Rio Boulevard) | 111
Facility
111
AZ AVG
55
Rank
#115 / 529 | No |
28
Facility
28
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#502 / 819 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 48
Facility
48
AZ AVG
11
Rank
#3 / 531 | A+ | Ian G Lewis | 78
Facility
78
AZ AVG
82
Rank
#16 / 59 | 18 | 13
Facility
13
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#467 / 500 | 12
Facility
12
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#399 / 500 | 0.7
Facility
0.7
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#171 / 500 |
| Terra Pointe Memory Care |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Glendale | 84
Facility
84
AZ AVG
55
Rank
#161 / 529 | No |
35
Facility
35
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#425 / 819 | 1 Bed / Companion Suite | 8
Facility
8
AZ AVG
11
Rank
#243 / 531 | A+ | Candice A Fine | - | 4 | 4
Facility
4
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#350 / 500 | 0
Facility
0
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#207 / 500 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#178 / 500 |
| The Retreat at Alameda |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Phoenix (Alameda Business Park) | 104
Facility
104
AZ AVG
55
Rank
#127 / 529 | No |
27
Facility
27
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#517 / 819 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 5
Facility
5
AZ AVG
11
Rank
#343 / 531 | C+ | Kari Curry | - | 7 | 6
Facility
6
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#397 / 500 | 0
Facility
0
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#372 / 500 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#283 / 500 |
| Cottages at Peoria |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Peoria (West Athens Street) | 98
Facility
98
AZ AVG
55
Rank
#138 / 529 | No |
52
Facility
52
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#229 / 819 | Private Rooms / Companion Rooms | 12
Facility
12
AZ AVG
11
Rank
#169 / 531 | A+ | Erin E Masterson | - | 10 | 8
Facility
8
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#427 / 500 | 0
Facility
0
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#357 / 500 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#221 / 500 |
| Via Elegante |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Tucson (Ruston Hills) | 98
Facility
98
AZ AVG
55
Rank
#138 / 529 | No |
5
Facility
5
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#742 / 819 | Private Room / Semi-Private Room | 21
Facility
21
AZ AVG
11
Rank
#69 / 531 | A+ | Andrew J Briefer | - | 2 | 1
Facility
1
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#174 / 500 | 0
Facility
0
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#148 / 500 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#178 / 500 |
| Shadow Mountain Memory Care |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Phoenix (Paradise Valley Oasis) | 72
Facility
72
AZ AVG
55
Rank
#174 / 529 | Yes |
70
Facility
70
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#51 / 819 | Private / Companion Suites | 5
Facility
5
AZ AVG
11
Rank
#343 / 531 | A- | Misty Farnstrom | 95
Facility
95
AZ AVG
82
Rank
#2 / 59 | 9 | 8
Facility
8
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#427 / 500 | 1
Facility
1
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#207 / 500 | 0.1
Facility
0.1
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#126 / 500 |
| The Enclave at Gilbert Senior Living |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Gilbert (South Val Vista Drive) | 133
Facility
133
AZ AVG
55
Rank
#62 / 529 | Yes |
35
Facility
35
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#425 / 819 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 8
Facility
8
AZ AVG
11
Rank
#243 / 531 | B- | Briana Watson | - | 8 | 8
Facility
8
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#427 / 500 | 0
Facility
0
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#426 / 500 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#355 / 500 |
| Atria Campana del Rio |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Tucson (Colonia Del Rio) | 100
Facility
100
AZ AVG
55
Rank
#135 / 529 | Yes |
65
Facility
65
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#95 / 819 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 14
Facility
14
AZ AVG
11
Rank
#139 / 531 | C+ | Suzanne M Porter | - | 9 | 7
Facility
7
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#418 / 500 | 0
Facility
0
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#326 / 500 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#217 / 500 |
| Scottsdale Village Square |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Scottsdale (South Scottsdale) | 140
Facility
140
AZ AVG
55
Rank
#50 / 529 | Yes |
49
Facility
49
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#266 / 819 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 8
Facility
8
AZ AVG
11
Rank
#243 / 531 | A- | Jannea Downs | 60
Facility
60
AZ AVG
82
Rank
#55 / 59 | 12 | 11
Facility
11
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#454 / 500 | 65
Facility
65
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#496 / 500 | 5.4
Facility
5.4
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#485 / 500 |
| Mountain View Retirement Village |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Tucson (La Canada Estates) | 99
Facility
99
AZ AVG
55
Rank
#137 / 529 | Yes |
10
Facility
10
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#679 / 819 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 11
Facility
11
AZ AVG
11
Rank
#183 / 531 | A+ | Andrew Rider | - | 6 | 6
Facility
6
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#397 / 500 | 0
Facility
0
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#409 / 500 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#358 / 500 |
| Catalina Springs Memory Care |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Oro Valley | 56
Facility
56
AZ AVG
55
Rank
#202 / 529 | No |
29
Facility
29
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#483 / 819 | Studio / Suite | 11
Facility
11
AZ AVG
11
Rank
#183 / 531 | A+ | Joseph Daigle | - | 8 | 7
Facility
7
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#418 / 500 | 0
Facility
0
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#340 / 500 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#239 / 500 |
| MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Arcadia |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Phoenix (Arcadia Lite) | 135
Facility
135
AZ AVG
55
Rank
#58 / 529 | No |
69
Facility
69
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#60 / 819 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 22
Facility
22
AZ AVG
11
Rank
#64 / 531 | A+ | Travis Garrard | - | 7 | 5
Facility
5
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#384 / 500 | 0
Facility
0
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#113 / 500 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#113 / 500 |
| Paradise Valley Senior Living |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Phoenix (Paradise Valley Village) | 118
Facility
118
AZ AVG
55
Rank
#96 / 529 | Yes |
65
Facility
65
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#95 / 819 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 17
Facility
17
AZ AVG
11
Rank
#109 / 531 | A+ | Carlos Gerena | - | 18 | 14
Facility
14
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#473 / 500 | 0
Facility
0
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#483 / 500 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#398 / 500 |
| Fellowship Square-Mesa |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Mesa (East Main Street) | 59
Facility
59
AZ AVG
55
Rank
#199 / 529 | No |
56
Facility
56
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#189 / 819 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 46
Facility
46
AZ AVG
11
Rank
#8 / 531 | A+ | Jon S Williams | - | 2 | 1
Facility
1
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#174 / 500 | 0
Facility
0
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#113 / 500 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#134 / 500 |
| American Orchards |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Gilbert (North Lindsay Road) | 53
Facility
53
AZ AVG
55
Rank
#213 / 529 | Yes |
15
Facility
15
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#618 / 819 | Studio / Suite | 12
Facility
12
AZ AVG
11
Rank
#169 / 531 | A+ | Jefferson Gerodias | - | 10 | 7
Facility
7
AZ AVG
6
Rank
#418 / 500 | 0
Facility
0
AZ AVG
9
Rank
#179 / 500 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
AZ AVG
1.8
Rank
#120 / 500 |
Copper Creek Inn is the memory care home of the trusted Koeslch Senior Living community. The luxury memory care home makes it a point that seniors are given the freedom and choice given to each resident and ensures that they attend to the unique needs of each individual with kindness and compassion. Copper Creek in Chandler offers senior living enriched by world-class hospitality and service.
As a Koelsch senior living home, expect luxury and comfort to be the driving forces of the community. Its premier all-inclusive features include ALDs, specialized memory care programs, medication management, transfer assistance, housekeeping, and laundry services tailored to their unique needs.
A few minutes away from Peoria, Morningstar Senior Living at Golden Ridge in Glendale provides exceptional senior independent living, assisted living, and memory care options tailored to each individual’s needs. The community prides itself on providing the best accommodations, striving to be Glendale’s top-ranked assisted living community. It is an elegant community built on its contemporary design and styling, allowing for a more luxurious environment while providing resort-like service. Residents of MorningStar at Golden Ridge can rest assured that they can feel like they’re a home away from home.
The upscale community boasts elegant designs and exclusive amenities such as its dining room, brightly-lit lounge areas, spacious apartments, courtyard, and arts and crafts studio. MorningStar promotes a stress-free lifestyle for their residents, providing essential services– housekeeping, social and recreational events, and transportation events. Management encourages residents to participate in activities and maximize the amenities to socialize and promote a warm and welcoming environment.
Scottsdale Village is a luxury community that genuinely understands the aging process and is dedicated to providing its residents with the highest care. Offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care options, residents maintain an engaging and active lifestyle throughout. The community’s specially trained staff is committed to helping seniors achieve complete independence while maintaining a purposeful life.
The lifestyle at Scottsdale Village is built on comfort, flexibility, and security in an expansive and beautiful community. The resort-style living allows residents to focus on themselves while receiving compassionate support and care. Accommodations include premium services and amenities– fitness activities, recreational programs, scheduled outings, entertainment programs, specialized programs, gourmet-style dining, housekeeping, transportation, and ADLs.
The Manor Village at Desert Ridge anticipates luxury and commitment. The retirement home’s grandeur of hospitality promises a professional staff dedicated to making residents’ lives easier and feel independent. The Manor Village creatively combines each priority—health, safety, and happiness—with comprehensive amenities seamlessly blending with gracious services. The Manor Village at Desert Ridge guarantees that management and staff are ready to accommodate any needs one may have at any time of the day.
The Manor Village has thoughtfully designed its world-renowned service and hospitality to allow seniors to live independently without worrying about simple house chores such as housekeeping, maintenance, and laundry– as the staff will do it willingly. Seniors also get seamless access to their fully-equipped amenities: daily entrée and alternative menu, 24-hour care staff, weekly housekeeping and laundry, and local outings– all designed to make the lives of every resident feel as independent as possible.
Welcoming residents and guests warmly, Brookdale North Mesa settling at East Brown Road, Mesa, AZ, is an idyllic senior living community providing assisted living and memory care. The community features diverse floor plans including an alcove studio, a large studio suite, and a one-bedroom suite. Brookdale North Mesa prioritizes the independence and growth of seniors, conversing with them and their loved ones to deliver the utmost care and assistance they deserve.
Brookdale North Mesa promotes a vibrant community, encouraging residents to remain active and connected with others. Assisted living residents enjoy all-day dining with freshly prepared healthy meals while memory care residents experience meals like a routine to ensure everyone’s comfort. The pet-friendly community includes a library, a beauty and barber shop, an arts and crafts studio, a community kitchen, a game room, meeting rooms, a piano, beautifully landscaped grounds, and walking paths for the seniors’ enjoyment and wellness.
Orchard Pointe prides itself on being a leading senior care provider that offers quality assisted living, memory care, and home health services in Glendale, AZ. During their stay, residents will discover endless possibilities that encourage independence and individuality while fulfilling holistic wellness. This leading retirement community has bountiful opportunities for residents to take advantage of and create new, lasting friendships along the way. At Orchard Pointe, the aging experience is enjoyable and unforgettable—because “that’s what living better is all about.”
As a proud Heritage community, Orchard Pointe has carefully curated personalized care plans that help holistic growth. Assisted living and memory care residents are eligible for furnished apartments with utilities, transportation services, delicious meal plans, and ADLs. Its home health unit offers nursing services, such as rehabilitative therapy, hospice care, palliative care, wound care, and pain management. Its memory care unit exclusively offers its Snapshots program that focuses on specialized memory care support for mild cognitive impairment.
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.
The Terraces of Phoenix is known for its small-town feel which is essential in making residents feel welcomed and comfortable. The Terraces of Phoenix strives to be a place of growth where seniors are encouraged to be themselves and create new memories. It’s been recognized as a senior living community that has peaked to the highest national standard of exceptional senior care. They have been awarded as the Best Continuing Care Retirement Community by the U.S. News & World Report as well as been recognized as a Successful Aging Certified Center. The Terraces of Phoenix is a safe and secure continuing retirement community that ensures seniors and their families the best of the best senior care.
Life at the Terraces of Phoenix is built on a vibrant lifestyle. From their dining experience that provides delicious meals created by an executive chef; wellness programs planned for those who want to stay active with social, intellectual, and cultural opportunities found in their yoga and dance classes, and water aerobics. Other community amenities include bistro, fitness center, putting green, and swimming pool– to name a few. Spending your golden years in Phoenix is an ideal place for those who want a sunny weather all-year round and have a lot of elderly-friendly cultural hub.
Brookdale Desert Ridge, tucked at 4050 East Bluefield Avenue, Phoenix, AZ, offers a welcoming community where seniors can thrive. This assisted living community is dedicated to providing a vibrant lifestyle with varying levels of care to accommodate residents’ changing needs. Whether they require assisted living or specialized memory care, Brookdale Desert Ridge ensures a seamless transition, allowing seniors to live life on their terms without leaving behind the home and friends they cherish.
The community boasts comfortable, pet-friendly accommodations and a full calendar of events and social gatherings. The compassionate team, available 24/7, is committed to supporting residents with their daily needs, including housekeeping, laundry, and yard maintenance. Brookdale Desert Ridge’s unique selling points include its pet-friendly environment, extensive activity programs, and professional care tailored to individual needs. With a strong history of providing high-quality care, Brookdale Desert Ridge is a premier choice for seniors in Phoenix.
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 270 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.














