Best Memory Care in Glendale, AZ

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 18 memory care providers in Glendale, 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. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. 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.
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.
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.
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.
Terra Pointe Memory Care
MC
AL
RC
Glendale
84
Facility 84
AZ AVG 72
Rank #122 / 290
A-No
35
Facility 35
AZ AVG 38
Rank #178 / 329
1 Bed / Companion Suite
11
Facility 11
AZ AVG 12
Rank #116 / 290
A+Candice A Fine5
5
Facility 5
AZ AVG 9
Rank #114 / 286
1.0
Facility 1.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #100 / 283
Thunderbird Senior Living
MC
AL
IL
Glendale
84
Facility 84
AZ AVG 72
Rank #122 / 290
CYes
54
Facility 54
AZ AVG 38
Rank #84 / 329
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
40
Facility 40
AZ AVG 12
Rank #11 / 290
A+Michael D Brown5
20
Facility 20
AZ AVG 9
Rank #229 / 286
4.0
Facility 4.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #248 / 283
Brookdale North Glendale
MC
Glendale (Hillcrest Ranch Homeowners)
38
Facility 38
AZ AVG 72
Rank #174 / 290
B+Yes
50
Facility 50
AZ AVG 38
Rank #105 / 329
Studio
6
Facility 6
AZ AVG 12
Rank #184 / 290
-Patty Ryckman7
9
Facility 9
AZ AVG 9
Rank #168 / 286
1.3
Facility 1.3
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #133 / 283
Arizona Best Care for Seniors
MC
AL
Glendale
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 72
Rank #182 / 290
A-No
31
Facility 31
AZ AVG 38
Rank #196 / 329
-
6
Facility 6
AZ AVG 12
Rank #184 / 290
-Ionela Mitchell2
1
Facility 1
AZ AVG 9
Rank #52 / 286
0.5
Facility 0.5
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #67 / 283
Brookdale Arrowhead Ranch
MC
AL
Glendale
112
Facility 112
AZ AVG 72
Rank #82 / 290
B+Yes
51
Facility 51
AZ AVG 38
Rank #97 / 329
Suite
2
Facility 2
AZ AVG 12
Rank #250 / 290
-Dora Carreon Moreno33
32
Facility 32
AZ AVG 9
Rank #258 / 286
1.0
Facility 1.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #100 / 283
Orchard Pointe at Arrowhead
MC
AL
RC
Glendale (Coventry Estates)
120
Facility 120
AZ AVG 72
Rank #66 / 290
B+Yes
62
Facility 62
AZ AVG 38
Rank #54 / 329
-
9
Facility 9
AZ AVG 12
Rank #133 / 290
-Jennifer Hellbusch8
14
Facility 14
AZ AVG 9
Rank #202 / 286
1.8
Facility 1.8
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #160 / 283
Apollo Residential Assisted Living
MC
AL
RESC
Glendale
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 72
Rank #182 / 290
B+Yes
47
Facility 47
AZ AVG 38
Rank #116 / 329
-
7
Facility 7
AZ AVG 12
Rank #161 / 290
-Christopher D Zambakari2
5
Facility 5
AZ AVG 9
Rank #114 / 286
2.5
Facility 2.5
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #201 / 283
Inspira Arrowhead by Cogir
MC
AL
IL
Glendale (Arrowhead Ranch)
200
Facility 200
AZ AVG 72
Rank #12 / 290
C+Yes
21
Facility 21
AZ AVG 38
Rank #238 / 329
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
2
Facility 2
AZ AVG 12
Rank #250 / 290
-Tracy L Colburn3
9
Facility 9
AZ AVG 9
Rank #168 / 286
3.0
Facility 3.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #221 / 283
Arrowhead Symphony Assisted Living
MC
AL
RC
Glendale (Arrowhead Ranch)
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 72
Rank #182 / 290
B+No-Private Rooms
13
Facility 13
AZ AVG 12
Rank #104 / 290
-Ana Gabriela Istrate2
4
Facility 4
AZ AVG 9
Rank #103 / 286
2.0
Facility 2.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #169 / 283
Sunflower Hills Assisted Living
MC
AL
Glendale (Woodridge Vi)
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 72
Rank #182 / 290
BNo
32
Facility 32
AZ AVG 38
Rank #194 / 329
Private / Shared Rooms
1
Facility 1
AZ AVG 12
Rank #276 / 290
-Emmanuel Robert3
8
Facility 8
AZ AVG 9
Rank #152 / 286
2.7
Facility 2.7
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #207 / 283

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 18 analyzed for Glendale. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Terra Pointe Memory Care

Terra Pointe Memory Care offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Glendale, AZ. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication management, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver is traveling or recovering. The community has 84 beds and offers one bed and companion suites, so residents can choose a single occupancy layout or a shared suite.

Terra Pointe Memory Care may be a good fit for someone who needs a supervised memory care setting or for a family seeking short term care while a primary caregiver is unavailable. A Walk Score of 35 places the area in a car dependent setting, so residents who do not drive will generally need a car or a ride for errands. Candice A Fine serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Thunderbird Senior Living

Thunderbird Senior Living is located in Glendale, AZ and offers three different types of care all in one place, independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Michael D. Brown works as the administrator there.

In independent living, people live in their own private homes and the community helps out with services, but daily care isn’t included. When someone moves to assisted living, the staff helps them with things like bathing, getting dressed, and making sure they take their medicine on time. They still get to keep their own apartment though. Memory care is for people with dementia who need supervision in a safe, locked area so they don’t wander off.

If a resident’s needs change, they can move to a different level of care without having to leave Thunderbird. The apartments come in three sizes, studios, one-bedrooms, and two-bedrooms. Studios work for one person, while two-bedrooms are good for couples or friends living together.

Pets are allowed at Thunderbird. The area has a Walk Score of 54, which means it’s somewhat easy to walk around. Even if someone doesn’t have a car, they can still walk to do some errands nearby.

Starting Price $2,300/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of Brookdale North Glendale

Brookdale North Glendale, located in the vibrant city of Glendale, AZ, offers specialized memory care services tailored to every resident’s unique needs. With a focus on individualized care, the community provides two distinct memory care programs: the Clare Bridge program for mid to late stages of dementia and the Solace program for advanced stages of dementia. Both programs emphasize tailored care plans and consistent care assignments to ensure each resident receives the compassionate support they need.

Brookdale North Glendale aims to create a nurturing and engaging environment, offering a range of amenities designed for residents’ wellness and enjoyment. Residents enjoy access to an enclosed courtyard, a beauty and barber shop, and transportation services or engage in various activities, from birthday parties and book reviews to karaoke and sunset socials. Nutritious meals are served daily, and dining assistance is available. The dedicated team also handles laundry, lawn care, and other chores, allowing residents to thrive in a calm, supportive setting without the burden of daily tasks.

Starting Price $5,535/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of Arizona Best Care for Seniors

Arizona Best Care for Seniors in Glendale, AZ delivers both assisted living and memory care services. Assisted living covers routine tasks like bathing, dressing, and medication management, whereas memory care features a secure environment tailored for individuals prone to wandering.

Ionela Mitchell oversees this 10-bed home. Maintaining a small resident capacity fosters close interactions between staff and occupants, serving those who thrive in a close-knit atmosphere. Accommodation options include private and semi-private rooms to suit single occupants or those open to sharing space. A walk score of 31 marks the surrounding neighborhood as car-dependent, so off-site errands will generally require vehicle transportation.

Prospective representatives looking for a low-capacity residence can reach out to schedule a tour or request additional information about available rooms.

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Overview of Brookdale Arrowhead Ranch

Taking in the picturesque view of West Beverly Lane, Glendale, AZ, Brookdale Arrowhead Ranch is a graceful senior living community that offers assisted living and memory care. With a wide array of floor plans including companion living, large private, small private, and suites, the community ensures comfortable and safe residences. Brookdale Arrowhead Ranch provides 24/7 care and assistance with a kind and compassionate team. The community encourages its residents to stay connected and remain active with exciting activities.

Moreover, its signature Daily Path program ensures memory care residents enjoy structured programs filled with various fun activities. Residents delight in delicious and healthy meals served at the community dining room to foster socialization and familiarity. Brookdale Arrowhead Ranch is a pet-friendly community that includes an arts and crafts studio, a library, a game room, a porch, a piano, a courtyard and garden, beautifully landscaped grounds, and peaceful walking paths for its residents’ welfare and relaxation.

$4,230/Month Info Pricing updated on February 27th, 2026

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Overview of Orchard Pointe at Arrowhead

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.

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Overview of Apollo Residential Assisted Living

Nestled in the harmonious neighborhood of West Harmont Drive, Glendale, AZ, is the blissful senior living community of Apollo Residential Assisted Living offering assisted living, short-term respite stays, and memory support. With its dedication to improving seniors’ well-being, the community boasts a team of experienced and highly trained professionals delivering top-notch care and assistance around the clock. Taking care of the maintenance and housekeeping, Apollo Residential Assisted Living ensures seniors experience a carefree lifestyle.

Maintain an active and well-connected retirement with a full slate of fun activities and engaging programs that aims to enhance seniors’ well-being. From breakfast to dinner, residents enjoy hassle-free dining with healthy and delightful meals catering to nutritional requirements and tastes. Apollo Residential Assisted Living doubles its efforts to provide a safe place for seniors to make every moment of their best years count with its specially designed amenities and top-notch services.

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Overview of Inspira Arrowhead by Cogir

Inspira Arrowhead provides unique residential accommodations for independent living, assisted living, and memory care. As a community that celebrates an individual, they discover a purposeful life that is well lived, thanks to the full support of the staff who promote an independent lifestyle based on their terms. As its name suggests, the retirement community strives to inspire its residents to feel more comfortable and empowered to take on a new chapter that cultivates their desire to continue their passions and interests.

As a Cadence senior living community, expect a range of all-inclusive services at Inspira–independent living, assisted living apartments, walking clubs, chef-prepared meals, fun and cultural entertainment, and stimulating activities. Meaningful relationships are built in the community because the staff genuinely provides excellent care that enriches the lives of seniors.

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Overview of Arrowhead Symphony Assisted Living

Set in the neighborhood of Glendale, AZ, Arrowhead Symphony Assisted Living is a peaceful haven for residents in need of assisted living. The community is intimate with its 10 private residences that foster fun memories and a comfortable living experience. Residents are offered assistance with their daily living activities like medication management and personal care to help them lead comfortable lives.

Dedicated to helping residents lead active lives, the community regularly organizes an array of fun and stimulating activities and events. Meals here are carefully prepared with considerations for special dietary needs to ensure everyone maintains a balanced diet. With its warm and inviting atmosphere, the community makes an ideal place to enjoy a carefree retirement.

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Overview of Sunflower Hills Assisted Living

Sunflower Hills Assisted Living provides assisted living and memory care in Glendale, AZ. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Both care types are available here. The community may be a good fit for a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move to another community.

Sunflower Hills Assisted Living has 10 beds, making it a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know each other. Private rooms provide an individual living space, while shared rooms suit someone who prefers to live with a roommate. Emmanuel Robert serves as the administrator.

The community is in the Woodridge VI neighborhood. A Walk Score of 32 places the area in a car-dependent setting, meaning most errands require a car or a ride, so a resident who no longer drives would need transportation for those trips.

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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 Glendale, AZ

What is the average cost of memory care in Glendale, AZ?

The average monthly cost of memory care in Glendale, AZ is approximately $5,125. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for memory care in Glendale, AZ?

Memory care in Glendale, AZ typically ranges from $4,000–$6,500 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at memory care communities in Glendale, AZ?

Memory care communities in Glendale, AZ typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:5–1:8.

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 18 memory care communities in Glendale, AZ. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

Memory Care in Glendale at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 36/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Glendale, AZ. 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: 45The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Glendale, AZ. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90