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8 Best Memory Care Facilities in Avra Valley, AZ

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If your loved one needs memory care in Avra Valley, A Place for Mom can help. With 8 memory care facilities in Avra Valley, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

Alzheimer’s care in Avra Valley incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Avra Valley memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Avra Valley, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Keeling, Mountain View and El Cortez.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Oro Valley, Marana and Orange Grove Estates.

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Photo of The Ranch Estates of Tucson
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8.9
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26 reviews
8.9
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26 reviews
5 star
46%
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27%
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The staff is very friendly and caring. They treat the residents with kindness and respect. My mom has had to go into memory care there and I don't feel I need to worry about her safety. The food was pretty...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Ranch Estates of Tucson is senior living at its finest. We are located in the beautiful Casas Adobes area of Tucson, near Oro Valley. Our community includes assisted living and memory care services and amenities catered to the individual. The Ranch Estates of Tucson is much more than senior...
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Photo of La Sonora at Dove Mountain
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8.8
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16 reviews
8.8
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16 reviews
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I spent 8+ hrs. with her daily, so there were things I did that was usually done by them. i think that was more than usual, and I felt my presence was - hard to say- intrusive? by a couple of staff, but I...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Photo of Country Club at La Cholla
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8.8
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72 reviews
8.8
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3 star
15%
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I'm very happy here at Country Club at La Cholla. The staff are wonderful. The apartments are spacious. I was first drawn to the grounds that are very green and lush. Very happy with staff and management....
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Snowbird Stays from $150 per day!The Country Club of La Cholla offers luxury retirement living for the young at heart.You can relax in the classic country club setting of the Catalina Foothills and make yourself comfortable in one of our bright and spacious apartment homes. Your calendar will be...
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8.5
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My mom is now approaching two years of residency at Beehive Homes of Marana. This home is very well managed, staffed, and always extremely clean. The manager [name removed] is very hands on and is always...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Photo of Brookdale North Tucson
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33 Floor plans available
8.5
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40 reviews
8.5
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40 reviews
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We were thrilled to find this facility to accommodate us for a two week respite care term for my mother in Law. [name removed], at Brookdale North showed us the facility and did much to get us in in a...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
COMMUNITY VISITS HAPPENING DAILYTucked away in the northwest side of Tucson in the foothills close to Marana, you will discover a warm and welcoming assisted living community that operates more like a family than a traditional senior living home. You will feel right at home as soon as you walk...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of Villas De Bella No 2 Assisted Living
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Cost of memory care in Avra Valley, AZ

The average cost of senior living in Avra Valley is $4,476 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Eloy, AZ with an average of $4,219 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Avra Valley, AZ vs. nearby cities

Avra Valley, AZ
$4,476/mo
$4,474/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Avra Valley, AZ vs. the state and national average

Avra Valley, AZ
$4,476/mo
$4,480/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Avra Valley vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$4,476/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Avra Valley, AZ by room type

Semi-Private
$4,918/mo
Studio
$4,784/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,341/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,490/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,380/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Avra Valley over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Avra Valley

Recent reviews for memory care in Avra Valley

Atria Campana Del Rio in Tucson, AZ

5.0
I have been a resident of Campana del Rio in Tucson, AZ for 21/2 years and have been very happy here. The staff and residents are all very friendly! Staff are exceptionally accommodating and helpful consistently. I've made some great friends while being here. The activities and food are great, ...
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Mountain View Retirement Village in Tucson, AZ

4.0
A friendly caring home away from home. Needs are well met. Food adequate. Apartments comfortable and spacious. Entertainment and activities available. Transportation on a limited basis provided.

The Ranch Estates of Tucson

5.0
I highly recommend The Ranch Estates of Tucson! Excellent staff! Great food! Caring nurses! Excellent communication! Fun activities!

Avra Valley review score based on 31 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 31 reviews of 8 Avra Valley memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Avra Valley review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Avra Valley review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
Avra Valley, AZ8 facilities
8.0
Marana, AZ90 facilities
7.6
Oro Valley, AZ51 facilities

Review subcategories for Avra Valley memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 31 reviews of 8 Avra Valley memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Avra Valley resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Avra Valley, AZ averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
3.6
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.0
Value for cost*
3.7
4.0
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Avra Valley memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Avra Valley memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Avra Valley, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Avra Valley memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Avra Valley that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
62.5%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
37.5%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
62.5%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
37.5%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
37.5%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
25%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Avra Valley memory care

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Avra Valley Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
25%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
37.5%
71.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Avra Valley memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Avra Valley partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Avra Valley, AZNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.5%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.5%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
37.5%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
50.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Avra Valley memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Avra Valley communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
50%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
37.5%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Avra Valley memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Avra Valley offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
50%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.5%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.5%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
37.5%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
37.5%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Oro Valley, Fairwinds - Desert Point and Atria Campana Del Rio are the top-rated memory care facilities near Avra Valley, Arizona. See full list of communities.

There are 8 memory care facilities near Avra Valley, Arizona. See the full list.

The best memory care facility near you in Avra Valley, Arizona is Brookdale Oro Valley. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

The 8 memory care facilities near you in Avra Valley, Arizona typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Avra Valley, Arizona, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Avra Valley, Arizona, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in Avra Valley, Arizona ranges from $1500 to $9860. The average Memory Care cost in Avra Valley, Arizona is $4,476. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Avra Valley, Arizona typically starts at $1500. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.

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