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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 Amphitheater.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Oro Valley, Marana and Tucson Estates.

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9.7
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42 reviews
9.7
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42 reviews
5 star
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3 star
14%
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The Ranch Estates of Tucson is amazing. They are taking very good care of my Mother. It is an all-inclusive facility, meaning: staff is very engaged with the residents and caring, medical staff on-board, and...
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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1414 Photos available
9.1
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77 reviews
9.1
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77 reviews
5 star
61%
4 star
19%
3 star
16%
2 star
3%
1 star
1%
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The staff are very nice and the services my Dad has are good. He is happy and content there. I would recommend and staff continue to take care of my Dad very well.
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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8.6
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28 reviews
8.6
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28 reviews
5 star
60%
4 star
18%
3 star
11%
2 star
11%
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0%
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I was welcomed there by name when I came to tour for my mother. The staff was very friendly. The room she has, has a view of the mountains. She loves dining int dining room, and loves the food they serve.
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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8.0
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8.0
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Beehive of Marana is a great facility for your loved one. My mom has lived at this home approaching 3 years, if you’re wanting peace of mind of a safe, spotless, excellent staff and attention you will find...
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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33 Floor plans available
7.0
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44 reviews
7.0
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44 reviews
5 star
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3 star
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My niece is settling in very well! What stood out to me is the cleanliness and friendliness. I would recommend and have already recommended Brookdale North Tucson to others!
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
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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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 $6,456 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include San Tan Valley, AZ with an average of $4,950 per month.

Memory care costs in Avra Valley, AZ, vs. state and national averages

Avra Valley, AZ
$6,456/mo
$5,890/mo
U.S. national average
$6,999/mo

Memory care costs in Avra Valley, AZ, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$6,456/mo

Memory care costs in Avra Valley, AZ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,490/mo
Studio
$6,305/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,542/mo

Senior living costs in Avra Valley vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Avra Valley, AZ
Column state: Arizona
Column national: U.S.
Community typeAvra Valley, AZArizonaU.S.
Memory Care$6,456/mo$5,890/mo$6,999/mo
Assisted Living$5,326/mo$5,119/mo$5,830/mo
Independent Living$3,278/mo$3,090/mo$3,520/mo
Memory Care
Avra Valley, AZ:$6,456/mo
Arizona:$5,890/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Assisted Living
Avra Valley, AZ:$5,326/mo
Arizona:$5,119/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Independent Living
Avra Valley, AZ:$3,278/mo
Arizona:$3,090/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Memory care costs in Avra Valley, AZ, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Avra Valley and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Memory care cost trends in Avra Valley, AZ

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Avra Valley have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Avra Valley, AZ$6,397/mo$6,015/mo+6.4%
Arizona$6,245/mo$6,112/mo+2.2%
National$6,685/mo$6,446/mo+3.7%
Avra Valley, AZ
2024 average cost:$6,397/mo
2023 average cost:$6,015/mo
Percent change:+6.4%
Arizona
2024 average cost:$6,245/mo
2023 average cost:$6,112/mo
Percent change:+2.2%
National
2024 average cost:$6,685/mo
2023 average cost:$6,446/mo
Percent change:+3.7%
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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 2,262 family reviews

8.4
Review score60 facilities2262 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 2262 reviews of 60 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

8.4
Avra Valley, AZ60 facilities
8.6
San Tan Valley, AZ315 facilities
8.7
Sierra Vista, AZ5 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 2,262 reviews of 60 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
4.4
4.4
Friendliness
4.4
4.5
Care services
4.3
4.3
Staff
4.5
4.6
Meals & dining
4.2
4.2
Activities
4.3
4.3
Value for cost*
4.2
4.2
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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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.
Avra Valley, AZNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
47.4%
56.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
41.7%
42.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
64.8%
75.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.2%
95.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
51.8%
63.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
12.8%
24.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
69.3%
81.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
45.6%
53.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
70.6%
65%
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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.
Avra Valley, AZNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
55.1%
65.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
25.3%
39.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
57.7%
61.7%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.2%
23.1%
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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
6.6%
24.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
24.1%
38.7%
No sugar
No sugar
22.7%
35.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.4%
45.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.3%
19.4%
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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.
Avra Valley, AZNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16.1%
27.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
15.7%
34.5%
Room service
Room service
15.8%
32.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14%
19.9%
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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.
Avra Valley, AZNational
Activity director
Activity director
23.9%
39.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15%
28.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
10.7%
24.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
27.8%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.3%
44.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
30.1%
53.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
19%
34%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20.3%
30.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16.3%
31.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
27.4%
40.7%
Live performances
Live performances
26.8%
41%
Dances
Dances
15.6%
27.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.3%
19.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
27.3%
39.9%
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State regulations for memory care in Avra Valley

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Arizona memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Avra Valley protect seniors.
Learn about Arizona memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

The Ranch Estates of Tucson, Country Club at La Cholla and La Sonora at Dove Mountain 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.
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The best memory care facility near you in Avra Valley, Arizona is The Ranch Estates of Tucson. 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 $2500 to $9200. The average Memory Care cost in Avra Valley, Arizona is $6,456. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Avra Valley, Arizona typically starts at $2500. 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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