Page 3 of Best Memory Care in Tucson, AZ

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 48 memory care providers in Tucson, 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. 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. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
Starfish Care Homes at River Hills
MC
AL
RC
Tucson (River Hills Estates)
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 75
Rank #170 / 262
ANo--
14
Facility 14
AZ AVG 13
Rank #95 / 270
-Ben J Silverman2
0
Facility 0
AZ AVG 9
Rank #1 / 254
0.0
Facility 0.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #1 / 254
The Cottages of Tucson
MC
Tucson (Plaza Campanas Condos)
80
Facility 80
AZ AVG 75
Rank #124 / 262
C+No
50
Facility 50
AZ AVG 38
Rank #106 / 331
Private / Shared Rooms
3
Facility 3
AZ AVG 13
Rank #238 / 270
-Angelica Montano8
26
Facility 26
AZ AVG 9
Rank #211 / 254
3.3
Facility 3.3
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #205 / 254
Mountain View Care Center
MC
NH
SNF
Tucson (La Canada Estates)
120
Facility 120
AZ AVG 75
Rank #62 / 262
B-No
19
Facility 19
AZ AVG 38
Rank #247 / 331
-
31
Facility 31
AZ AVG 13
Rank #19 / 270
-Neil Cullen3
3
Facility 3
AZ AVG 9
Rank #202 / 254
1.0
Facility 1.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #78 / 254
Casas Adobes Assisted Living
MC
AL
PC
Tucson (Casas Adobes West)
10
Facility 10
AZ AVG 75
Rank #170 / 262
CNo
11
Facility 11
AZ AVG 38
Rank #276 / 331
-
18
Facility 18
AZ AVG 13
Rank #75 / 270
A+Kimberly Wild3
9
Facility 9
AZ AVG 9
Rank #134 / 254
3.0
Facility 3.0
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #192 / 254
Crossroads Assisted Living III
MC
AL
Tucson
10B+No
11
Facility 11
AZ AVG 38
Rank #276 / 331
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
2
Facility 2
AZ AVG 13
Rank #238 / 270
AOscar Soto6132.2
Crossroads Assisted Living I
MC
AL
Tucson
10B+No
7
Facility 7
AZ AVG 38
Rank #300 / 331
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
2
Facility 2
AZ AVG 13
Rank #238 / 270
AOscar E Soto Alvarez471.8
Tucson Gardens Memory Care
MC
Tucson (Tucson Medical Center)
70B-Yes
43
Facility 43
AZ AVG 38
Rank #137 / 331
1 Bed / 2 Bed
29
Facility 29
AZ AVG 13
Rank #24 / 270
-Robert Dietterick482.0
Brookdale at Home Santa Catalina
MC
AL
CCRC
IL
NH
SNF
Tucson (Sin Vacas)
155
Facility 155
AZ AVG 75
Rank #21 / 262
CYes--
48
Facility 48
AZ AVG 13
Rank #3 / 270
A+-6
14
Facility 14
AZ AVG 9
Rank #169 / 254
2.3
Facility 2.3
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #164 / 254
The Hacienda at the River
MC
AL
IL
Tucson (The Villas At Hacienda Del Sol)
84
Facility 84
AZ AVG 75
Rank #118 / 262
D-Yes
37
Facility 37
AZ AVG 38
Rank #172 / 331
1 Bed / 2 Bed
9
Facility 9
AZ AVG 13
Rank #147 / 270
A-Richard H Benner9
57
Facility 57
AZ AVG 9
Rank #247 / 254
6.3
Facility 6.3
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #243 / 254
The Forum at Tucson
MC
AL
IL
Tucson (Tucson Medical Center)
130
Facility 130
AZ AVG 75
Rank #49 / 262
D-Yes
55
Facility 55
AZ AVG 38
Rank #84 / 331
Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
24
Facility 24
AZ AVG 13
Rank #41 / 270
-Richard Howell6
37
Facility 37
AZ AVG 9
Rank #237 / 254
6.2
Facility 6.2
AZ AVG 1.8
Rank #242 / 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 48 analyzed for Tucson. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Starfish Care Homes at River Hills

Starfish Care Homes at River Hills provides assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Tucson, AZ. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while a resident keeps their own living space, memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and respite care provides a short stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. The combination of assisted living and memory care may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time, while respite care can suit a family needing temporary support.

With 10 beds, Starfish Care Homes at River Hills is a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know each other. The community is in the River Hills Estates neighborhood, and Ben J Silverman serves as administrator.

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Overview of The Cottages of Tucson

Cherish every moment in retirement at The Cottages of Tucson, a specially designed community in Tucson, AZ, focusing on memory care. The community is committed to improving the quality of life of those with cognitive conditions, providing top-notch care tailored to their needs 24/7. Residents enjoy a worry-free lifestyle with the community handling the housekeeping and other chores.

Stimulating programs and enriching activities are conducted to enhance residents’ cognition and allow them to make friends. Mealtimes foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and well-balanced dining options. With its cozy communal spaces and exceptional services, residents have the finest retirement experience.

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Overview of Mountain View Care Center

Whether you’re in need of short-term rehabilitation or long-term care, Mountain View Care Center provides state-of-the-art therapeutic approaches to help you achieve optimal health. This home has a full-time, in-house therapy team who work tirelessly to provide personalized therapy programs that make recovery a breeze for their residents. Their dedication and expertise ensure that seniors receive the highest level of care and support on their journey to improved physical function.
On top of that, they know how to have fun too! With exciting excursions, convenient transportation services, and a jam-packed calendar of social events and engaging classes, there’s always something happening to keep residents entertained and engaged. In Mountain View Care Center, embracing the fullness of life comes effortlessly.

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Overview of Casas Adobes Assisted Living

Based in Pima County, Tucson, AZ, Casas Adobes Assisted Living is a classic senior living community that offers a serene environment for residents who wish to maintain an independent lifestyle but could benefit from additional support. The community provides residents with comfortable accommodations managed by a friendly management team. Residents receive the level of care and attention that each resident requires to maintain their freedom and independence.

Every living space is kept tidy and clean with housekeeping services provided by the community. Residents are guaranteed a safe living environment with safety equipment installed within the community to minimize fall risk. The community provides delicious meals every day that meet senior nutrition requirements, ensuring all of the residents’ dietary needs are provided. An array of social gatherings and events are regularly scheduled to provide residents with vibrant experiences.

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Crossroads Assisted Living III

5821 N Escondido Ln, Tucson, AZ 85704
Overview of Crossroads Assisted Living III

Crossroads Assisted Living III is a blissful retreat set in the harmonious residential area of North Escondido Lane, Tucson, AZ, that focuses on assisted living. Here, residents do not have to worry about their daily living activities with a team of kind and highly trained professionals attending to their needs 24/7. The community also assists in medication management to ensure residents do not miss any of their required medication.

Enjoy fun-filled activities and stimulating programs to ease your loneliness and live actively. Indulge in healthy and delicious meals that satisfy your dietary needs and tastes; special diets are also accommodated. The community is ideal for those who require assistance to live their golden years comfortably with its dedicated care and welcoming amenities.

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Crossroads Assisted Living I

5825 N Escondido Ln, Tucson, AZ 85704
Overview of Crossroads Assisted Living I

Peacefully set in the quiet neighborhood of North Escondido Lane, Tucson, AZ, Crossroads Assisted Living I is an outstanding community that offers assisted living. Here, residents receive top-tier care and assistance with a team of compassionate and highly qualified team attending to their special needs around the clock. The community fosters a bright and friendly environment for residents to easily adapt to their surroundings.

There’s no dull moment with a full calendar of fun activities and engaging programs that aim to keep residents with genuine companions and remain socially engaged. Mealtimes are something to anticipate with healthy and delicious meals catering to their nutritional requirements. The community is perfect for those who need assistance in living their day-to-day lives for better comfort and safety.

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Overview of Tucson Gardens Memory Care

Where dementia has given rise to a wandering risk, Tucson Gardens Memory Care in Tucson, Az, is a memory care community for it. That means supervision in a setting that stays secure. It’s a good fit for a person at that stage of dementia.

The community offers one-bed and two-bed accommodation types across 70 beds in total. Residents are able to bring a pet along with them.

The community is situated in the Tucson Medical Center neighborhood. And the area’s walk score is 43, so a car is needed to ahndle most errands. The administator’s name is Rovert Dietterick.

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Overview of Brookdale at Home Santa Catalina

Brookdale at Home Santa Catalina is a continuing care retirement community in Tucson, AZ, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home care, and skilled nursing. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living provides help with tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, and skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Because several care levels are available within one community, Brookdale at Home Santa Catalina can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to a different community. Respite care provides a short stay, while short-term rehabilitation supports recovery before a resident returns to their usual living arrangement. With 155 beds, the community has more residents and staff, with programming typically available across a larger setting.

Starting monthly prices are $3,500 for independent living, $4,570 for assisted living, and $6,600 for memory care, giving families an entry price for each listed care level. Residents can use an outdoor pool, therapy pool, fitness center, salon, courtyard, and garden, while the dining program serves meals made from scratch daily. Yoga classes, cooking classes, transportation, and community excursions provide structured activities and ways to participate in outings, and pets are allowed.

$3,500/Month

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Overview of The Hacienda at the River

The Hacienda at the River offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Tucson, Arizona. Located in the Villas At Hacienda Del Sol neighborhood, the community has 84 beds. Assisted living provides help with bathing, dressing, medication, and other daily tasks while the resident maintains an apartment. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

All three care levels are on one campus. A resident whose needs grow over time may be able to remain there rather than move to another community. One-bedroom and two-bedroom housing options include either a single private space or a layout that can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. Richard H Benner serves as the administrator. Pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet when moving into the community. A Walk Score of 37 places the area in a car-dependent setting, meaning most errands require a car or a ride.

Starting Price $4,095/Month

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Overview of The Forum at Tucson

The Forum at Tucson offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Tucson, Arizona. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while a resident keeps an apartment. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having these care levels together may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, because a move to a different level of care can happen without leaving the community.

The community has 130 beds and is in the Tucson Medical Center neighborhood. Housing includes studios, alcoves, and one and two bedroom layouts. A two bedroom can work well for a couple moving together. Pets are allowed, so residents may keep a pet with them. Richard Howell serves as the administrator. With a Walk Score of 55, the area is somewhat walkable, meaning some errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may still be able to get out independently for nearby errands.

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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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Memory Care in Tucson at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 39/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Tucson, 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: 86The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Tucson, AZ. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in Tucson, AZ

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

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

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

Memory care in Tucson, 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 Tucson, AZ?

Memory care communities in Tucson, 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 48 memory care communities in Tucson, AZ. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.