Best Nursing Homes in Mesa, AZ

Updated Feb 2026

We analyzed 8 homes in Mesa, AZ

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Arizona Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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Alta Mesa Health and Rehabilitation	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. 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).	Mesa	70	97.1% Facility 97.1% AZ AVG 72.7%	+33%	4.05 Facility 4.05 AZ AVG 4.06 Rank #30 / 68	-35%	0%	0 Facility 0 AZ AVG 0.5	11 Facility 11 AZ AVG 23.2	3.7 Facility 3.7 AZ AVG 3.8	0 Facility 0 AZ AVG 0.7	62	F	38 Facility 38 AZ AVG 44 Rank #36 / 68	Alta Mesa Health And Rehabilitation	$10.3M Facility $10.3M AZ AVG $14.7M Rank #49 / 70	$5.3M Facility $5.3M AZ AVG $6.4M Rank #44 / 70	51.5% Facility 51.5% AZ AVG 48.1% Rank #24 / 70	35171
Advanced Health Care of Mesa	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. 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).	Mesa	38	97.3% Facility 97.3% AZ AVG 72.7%	+34%	4.25 Facility 4.25 AZ AVG 4.06 Rank #24 / 68	-7%	+5%	0 Facility 0 AZ AVG 0.5	6 Facility 6 AZ AVG 23.2	2.0 Facility 2.0 AZ AVG 3.8	0 Facility 0 AZ AVG 0.7	37	-	38 Facility 38 AZ AVG 44 Rank #36 / 68	New Ahc Holdings, Llc	$12.5M Facility $12.5M AZ AVG $14.7M Rank #39 / 70	$3.9M Facility $3.9M AZ AVG $6.4M Rank #60 / 70	31.3% Facility 31.3% AZ AVG 48.1% Rank #59 / 70	35266
Desert Blossom Health and Rehabilitation	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. 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).	Mesa (Buckhorn)	96	76.4% Facility 76.4% AZ AVG 72.7%	+5%	3.37 Facility 3.37 AZ AVG 4.06 Rank #55 / 68	-7%	-17%	0 Facility 0 AZ AVG 0.5	18 Facility 18 AZ AVG 23.2	3.0 Facility 3.0 AZ AVG 3.8	1 Facility 1 AZ AVG 0.7	88	-	31 Facility 31 AZ AVG 44 Rank #42 / 68	Petty, Scott	$12.2M Facility $12.2M AZ AVG $14.7M Rank #40 / 70	$6.4M Facility $6.4M AZ AVG $6.4M Rank #33 / 70	52.7% Facility 52.7% AZ AVG 48.1% Rank #23 / 70	35164
Mission Palms Post Acute	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. 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).	Mesa (East Baywood Avenue)	160	87.6% Facility 87.6% AZ AVG 72.7%	+20%	3.53 Facility 3.53 AZ AVG 4.06 Rank #50 / 68	-25%	-13%	0 Facility 0 AZ AVG 0.5	19 Facility 19 AZ AVG 23.2	2.4 Facility 2.4 AZ AVG 3.8	0 Facility 0 AZ AVG 0.7	153	A+	43 Facility 43 AZ AVG 44 Rank #32 / 68	Wagner, Clayton	$15.6M Facility $15.6M AZ AVG $14.7M Rank #28 / 70	$9.8M Facility $9.8M AZ AVG $6.4M Rank #15 / 70	62.6% Facility 62.6% AZ AVG 48.1% Rank #12 / 70	35071
Montecito Post Acute and 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. 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).	Mesa	201	95.1% Facility 95.1% AZ AVG 72.7%	+31%	3.00 Facility 3.00 AZ AVG 4.06 Rank #65 / 68	+34%	-26%	1 Facility 1 AZ AVG 0.5	22 Facility 22 AZ AVG 23.2	2.8 Facility 2.8 AZ AVG 3.8	1 Facility 1 AZ AVG 0.7	181	-	66 Facility 66 AZ AVG 44 Rank #8 / 68	Cooper, Karl	$48.6M Facility $48.6M AZ AVG $14.7M Rank #4 / 70	$20.2M Facility $20.2M AZ AVG $6.4M Rank #4 / 70	41.6% Facility 41.6% AZ AVG 48.1% Rank #44 / 70	35135
Mi Casa Nursing Center	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. 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).	Mesa (South Pinnule Circle)	180	64.4% Facility 64.4% AZ AVG 72.7%	-11%	3.66 Facility 3.66 AZ AVG 4.06 Rank #43 / 68	-15%	-10%	1 Facility 1 AZ AVG 0.5	22 Facility 22 AZ AVG 23.2	3.1 Facility 3.1 AZ AVG 3.8	0 Facility 0 AZ AVG 0.7	114	A+	38 Facility 38 AZ AVG 44 Rank #36 / 68	Rauch, Geoffrey	$14.4M Facility $14.4M AZ AVG $14.7M Rank #33 / 70	$6.9M Facility $6.9M AZ AVG $6.4M Rank #27 / 70	47.6% Facility 47.6% AZ AVG 48.1% Rank #35 / 70	35120
Allegiant Healthcare of Mesa	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. 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).	Mesa	204	40.6% Facility 40.6% AZ AVG 72.7%	-44%	3.88 Facility 3.88 AZ AVG 4.06 Rank #38 / 68	-70%	-5%	2 Facility 2 AZ AVG 0.5	27 Facility 27 AZ AVG 23.2	3.9 Facility 3.9 AZ AVG 3.8	1 Facility 1 AZ AVG 0.7	76	-	46 Facility 46 AZ AVG 44 Rank #30 / 68	Allegiant Holding C Llc	$11.9M Facility $11.9M AZ AVG $14.7M Rank #43 / 70	$8.7M Facility $8.7M AZ AVG $6.4M Rank #18 / 70	73% Facility 73% AZ AVG 48.1% Rank #7 / 70	35193
Santé of Mesa	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. 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).	Mesa	-	- Facility - AZ AVG 72.7%	-	4.68 Facility 4.68 AZ AVG 4.06	-	-	1 Facility 1 AZ AVG 0.5	0 Facility 0 AZ AVG 23.2	0.0 Facility 0.0 AZ AVG 3.8	0 Facility 0 AZ AVG 0.7	65	-	28 Facility 28 AZ AVG 44	Munch Tooke, Llc	$27.4M Facility $27.4M AZ AVG $14.7M	$7.0M Facility $7.0M AZ AVG $6.4M	25.6% Facility 25.6% AZ AVG 48.1%	35280

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How Assisted Living Magazine Evaluates & Scores Nursing Homes

Assisted Living Magazine ranks nursing homes using a rigorous, data-driven scoring model built specifically for skilled nursing.
Because this care level is regulated, clinical outcomes and compliance carry significantly more weight than transparency or digital presence.
Each community receives a ranking based on the factors below, weighted according to their importance in predicting resident safety, care quality, and long-term stability.

Update cadence: Reviewed quarterly, with prompt updates when new reviews, reports, or complaints are filed.

What We Prioritize Most

The largest share of every nursing home’s score — 45% of the total weighting — comes from clinical and regulatory indicators, including:

Overall, staffing, and inspection ratings
Long-stay and short-stay quality measures
Nurse-to-resident and staff-to-resident ratios
Health deficiencies and regulatory history
Accreditations and positive local news reporting

These factors directly reflect resident safety, care quality, and compliance.

Operational Stability & Resident Support

Another 35% of the score comes from operational and stability signals, such as:

Nurse hours per patient per day
Occupancy levels and cleanliness citations
Administrative stability and ownership quality
Readmission rates and registered-nurse turnover

Balancing Additional Factors

The remaining 20% of the score includes contextual elements such as:

Year built or renovated
Penalties, fines, and preventable readmissions
Revenue per bed
Administrator tenure

These factors help round out the overall picture but carry less weight because our methodology prioritizes clinical outcomes and regulatory consistency above all else.
The result is a clear, data-driven ranking system that elevates nursing homes delivering exceptional care and long-term resident safety.

Frequently Asked Questions

What government services provide money for senior housing?

Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:

Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.

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Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.

Do you help families that need Medicaid?

Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.

How much does this service cost?

We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up.

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Alta Mesa Health and Rehabilitation

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Montecito Post Acute and Care

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