Best Memory Care in Mesa, AZ

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 37 memory care communities in Mesa, AZ using AZ Dept. of Health Services (ADHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in AZ
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Avg Walk Score: 40/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Mesa, 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: 84The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Mesa, AZ. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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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 to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. 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. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative 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 composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the Arizona state average. See the benchmark below for the typical Arizona score; higher is better. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Regulatory visits tied to complaints or allegations in the state file—not the same as every routine survey.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Citadel Post Acute
MC
NH
SNF
Mesa
128
Facility 128
AZ AVG 54
Rank #69 / 521
No
27
Facility 27
AZ AVG 38
Rank #514 / 775
--B-Cory W Williams
90
Facility 90
AZ AVG 82
Rank #77 / 290
16
3
Facility 3
AZ AVG 9
Rank #65 / 400
0.2
Facility 0.2
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #6 / 400
Montecito Post Acute and Care
MC
NH
SNF
Mesa
222
Facility 222
AZ AVG 54
Rank #11 / 521
No
66
Facility 66
AZ AVG 38
Rank #84 / 775
---Aaron Kuck
77
Facility 77
AZ AVG 82
Rank #175 / 290
35
15
Facility 15
AZ AVG 9
Rank #288 / 400
0.4
Facility 0.4
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #17 / 400
Desert Blossom Health and Rehabilitation
MC
NH
SNF
Mesa (Buckhorn)
106
Facility 106
AZ AVG 54
Rank #119 / 521
No
31
Facility 31
AZ AVG 38
Rank #458 / 775
---David Bush
84
Facility 84
AZ AVG 82
Rank #114 / 290
19
8
Facility 8
AZ AVG 9
Rank #183 / 400
0.4
Facility 0.4
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #17 / 400
Brookdale North Mesa
MC
AL
Mesa
103
Facility 103
AZ AVG 54
Rank #124 / 521
Yes
64
Facility 64
AZ AVG 38
Rank #106 / 775
Studio / 1 Bed
24
Facility 24
AZ AVG 12
Rank #72 / 548
-Dylan Morris
100
Facility 100
AZ AVG 82
Rank #1 / 290
8
4
Facility 4
AZ AVG 9
Rank #90 / 400
0.5
Facility 0.5
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #24 / 400
Minnie Lee’s Senior Home Care
MC
ADC
AL
RC
Mesa (Summit Shadows)
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 54
Rank #237 / 521
No
53
Facility 53
AZ AVG 38
Rank #218 / 775
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
4
Facility 4
AZ AVG 12
Rank #405 / 548
-Ladonna Edgington
100
Facility 100
AZ AVG 82
Rank #1 / 290
3
2
Facility 2
AZ AVG 9
Rank #29 / 400
0.7
Facility 0.7
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #47 / 400
Brookdale Springs Mesa
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Mesa
103
Facility 103
AZ AVG 54
Rank #124 / 521
Yes
31
Facility 31
AZ AVG 38
Rank #458 / 775
1 Bed / 2 Bed
24
Facility 24
AZ AVG 12
Rank #72 / 548
-Kenneth Green
83
Facility 83
AZ AVG 82
Rank #120 / 290
8
4
Facility 4
AZ AVG 9
Rank #90 / 400
0.5
Facility 0.5
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #24 / 400
Emerald Glen Memory Care
MC
AL
Mesa (Citrus Hoa)
34
Facility 34
AZ AVG 54
Rank #225 / 521
No
8
Facility 8
AZ AVG 38
Rank #705 / 775
Private / Shared Rooms
8
Facility 8
AZ AVG 12
Rank #277 / 548
-Jennifer L Tonna
100
Facility 100
AZ AVG 82
Rank #1 / 290
3
3
Facility 3
AZ AVG 9
Rank #65 / 400
1.0
Facility 1.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #74 / 400
Sky Vista
MC
AL
Mesa
121
Facility 121
AZ AVG 54
Rank #80 / 521
Yes
39
Facility 39
AZ AVG 38
Rank #376 / 775
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
4
Facility 4
AZ AVG 12
Rank #405 / 548
-Michael A Calderon
81
Facility 81
AZ AVG 82
Rank #142 / 290
7
7
Facility 7
AZ AVG 9
Rank #162 / 400
1.0
Facility 1.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #74 / 400
Allegiant Healthcare of Mesa
MC
NH
Mesa
204
Facility 204
AZ AVG 54
Rank #15 / 521
No
46
Facility 46
AZ AVG 38
Rank #304 / 775
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Red Mountain Mesa
MC
AL
HOS
NH
PC
RC
Mesa
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 54
Rank #237 / 521
No
2
Facility 2
AZ AVG 38
Rank #766 / 775
-
31
Facility 31
AZ AVG 12
Rank #33 / 548
A+Anthony Zerilli
91
Facility 91
AZ AVG 82
Rank #77 / 290
4
8
Facility 8
AZ AVG 9
Rank #183 / 400
2.0
Facility 2.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #173 / 400

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every AZ community we track that reports that metric, not just the 37 analyzed for Mesa.

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Overview of Citadel Post Acute

A few minutes from Gilbert, Citadel Post Acute is Mesa’s premier short-term rehabilitation center. The dedicated team of professionals approaches their service with the understanding that their residents need a sense of safety and wellness– both physically and emotionally. They inspire residents to grow as better individuals through their enhanced lifestyle in a vibrant and positive environment. Citadel is the place to experience effective care.

Citadel nursing and rehab experience is centered on skilled nursing, wellness, and therapy. Residents can feel confident knowing it is filled with safe, comfortable, and therapeutic service. Seniors are encouraged to maintain independence and individuality by staying active and engaged with social, recreational, and stimulating activities.

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Overview of Montecito Post Acute and Care

Montecito Post Acute and Care is where residents thrive; they provide quality caregiving for skilled nursing and rehabilitation. It offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere where residents and staff are encouraged to create friendships and build a mutual level of trust with each other. Families can rest easy knowing that their loved ones are in good hands because of the dedicated team of professionals. Montecito Post Acute and Care is the ideal place for seniors looking for a homelike setting in a nurturing environment. 
Montecito aims to enhance the quality of life for its residents by ensuring that seniors are able to satisfy their holistic wellness. They house state-of-the-art technologies that help recover a range of medical conditions– wound care, neurological recovery, lymphedema, and pulmonary programs; as well as physical, occupational, and speech therapy. 

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Overview of Desert Blossom Health and Rehabilitation

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

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Overview of Brookdale North Mesa

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.

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Overview of Minnie Lee’s Senior Home Care

Nestled in a charming residential neighborhood in Mesa, AZ, Minnie Lee’s Senior Home Care is a premiere senior living community that offers excellent assisted living services. Accommodating only 10 residents, the community ensures residents enjoy a focused and personalized care in an intimate and tight-knit environment. A dedicated management and caregiving team works hard in making sure residents receive the care they need in an environment that exceeds regulatory requirements, providing both residents and their families with peace of mind.

Committed to enhancing its residents’ overall quality of life, the community provides plenty of opportunities for enrichment and connection through its broad array of interesting and stimulating activities. Nutritious home-cooked meals are also offered to make sure residents are always receiving the nourishment they need to flourish and stay healthy. Here, residents are guided towards a comfortable and fulfilling living experience every step of the way.

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Overview of Brookdale Springs Mesa

Brookdale Springs Mesa offers exceptional independent living and personalized assisted living options for seniors in Mesa, Arizona. The community features pet-friendly apartments, including one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments equipped with a lovely kitchen, living room, dining room, and an outdoor balcony. Residents find peace of mind knowing that a dedicated team and an emergency alert system are available 24 hours a day to be alerted to an emergency.

At Brookdale Springs Mesa, residents experience comfortable and stress-free living provided by the community’s exceptional services and amenities. These include personalized care that encompasses personal care, assistance with transportation, housekeeping, meal preparation, and home maintenance. To make residents’ lives even more convenient, a beauty/barber shop, general store, therapy room, and wellness clinic are also available on-site. At Brookdale Springs Mesa, residents spend less time worrying about chores and more on doing things that matter to them.

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Emerald Glen Memory Care

3558 E Mcdowell Rd, Mesa, AZ 85213
Overview of Emerald Glen Memory Care

Located in the peaceful and sunny Mesa, AZ, Emerald Glen Memory Care is an exceptional senior living community specializing in memory care services. The community features a variety of 26 bedrooms that residents furnish themselves to foster a more familiar environment. With the seniors’ welfare in mind, Emerald Glen provides security without restrictions. Emerald Glen fosters a stimulating environment with vintage memorabilia, things to touch placed all around the community to spark its residents’ memories. To ensure the seniors’ medical needs are met, the community provides several medical services such as wound care and healthcare providers and therapists. Dining venues are created for the seniors’ convenience and enjoyment. At Emerald Glen Memory Care, residents experience the utmost care and assistance they deserve.

What truly makes Emerlad Glen unique is their ability to accomodate to the unique needs and requirements of their residents. As an assisted living community, Emerald Glen is able to go above and beyond by ensuring all caregivers and staff have the skill and expertise to provide care outside of traditional assisted living. This includes servcies like ostomy care, wound management, tube feeding and more that are often found in higher levels of care such as nursing homes. This devotion to catering to the resident’s needs allows residents to age in place and age gracefully without worrying about their next move.

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Sky Vista

1248 S Crismon Rd, Mesa, AZ 85209
Overview of Sky Vista

Sky Vista is an exquisite senior care residence located in the vibrant city of Mesa, Arizona. The home offers beautiful assisted living homes and exceptional memory care facilities. This thoughtfully designed community provides comprehensive services tailored to the unique needs of its residents. For those in need of specialized memory care, Sky Vista offers semi-private or private suites designed to provide comfort and tranquility. The top-notch restaurant-style dining ensures that every meal is a culinary delight.

The on-site beauty salon ensures that residents can pamper themselves and feel their best. The spacious and airy courtyard offers a peaceful retreat to enjoy the outdoors, and it proudly embraces being pet-friendly, recognizing the importance of furry companions. Embrace a vibrant lifestyle with a diverse range of activities and exciting excursions that promote overall well-being. The highly trained caregivers are available 24/7 to provide attentive support and compassionate care.

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Overview of Allegiant Healthcare of Mesa

Committed to improving seniors’ welfare, Allegiant Health Care of Mesa in East Broadway Road, Mesa, AZ, is a respected senior living community offering short-term rehabilitation. The community accepts Medicare and Medicaid to ease seniors’ and families’ financial burdens. Featuring over 204 accommodations, Allegiant Health Care of Mesa ensures seniors experience unparalleled care and comfort.

With its ideal location near hospitals and trusted senior care providers, the community ensures residents have easy access to their health needs. Residents are encouraged to interact with their surroundings, promoting a bright and friendly environment for everyone’s comfort. Allegiant Health Care of Mesa strives to provide a safe place for seniors to start their healing journey without worries.

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Overview of Red Mountain Mesa

Enticing seniors and guests with its beautiful and welcoming spaces, Red Mountain Mesa in East Culver Mesa, AZ goes above and beyond to provide the finest care and assistance with a wide range of care options including assisted living, memory care, palliative care, respite care, nursing care, and hospice. With maintenance and housekeeping taken care of by a kind and reliable team, seniors enjoy a hassle-free lifestyle. The community ensures seniors receive the utmost care and assistance they deserve by creating care plans tailored to their needs and preferences.

A jam-packed calendar of engaging events and enjoyable programs accompanies residents as they try new things and rediscover old interests. Have a delightful dining experience with dining options prepared based on residents’ dietary needs and tastes. Red Mountain Mesa is ideal for seniors aiming to optimize their freedom while having a trusted community by their side.

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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 Mesa, AZ

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

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

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

Memory care in Mesa, 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 Mesa, AZ?

Memory care communities in Mesa, 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 37 memory care communities in Mesa, AZ. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.