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If your loved one needs memory care in Desert Ridge, A Place for Mom can help. With 96 memory care facilities in Desert Ridge, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

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

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Photo of Brookdale North Scottsdale
11 Video available
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44 Floor plans available
9.5
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Nice and clean place. Good, qualified and friendly staff. Fresh baked cookies daily which the residents love. Administrative and nursing g personnel easily available for questions and or concerns. Front desk...
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.
Home Sweet HomeAre you ready to redefine independence? If so, our assisted living and memory care community in Scottsdale, Arizona is ready to welcome you with open arms. You’ll find that once you let go of the cumbersome chores like home maintenance and cleaning, you will have ample time to...
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9.3
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36 reviews
9.3
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We have found everyone very friendly. They all take three jobs very seriously. Everything is very clean. The dining room is comfortable, the food is hot and appealing. Easy to reach our parent by caregiver...
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.
Nestled in the heart of an established, quiet neighborhood on a 22-acre campus in North Scottsdale, Pueblo Norte Senior Living Community offers a unique blend of residential and health care services that have provided a continuum of care to area seniors for almost 30 years. A large number of our...
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9.9
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87 reviews
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We looked at many assisted living communities and when we visited McDowell Village and met [name removed] , we knew we had found the right place for our dad. [name removed]and the team there made us feel...
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.
Everyone has their own perception of what living at a senior community is like. We here at McDowell Village would like to invite you in to take a look.Our apartments are second to none. They range in size from 648 to 1300 square feet, and all of the apartments feature fully-equipped kitchens,...
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24 reviews
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I really can't say enough about the staff. They are immensely kind and helpful. Acoya has experienced some turnover but they have always managed to recruit the right staff. The facility is absolutely...
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.
Introducing ACOYA Scottsdale at Troon:A stunningly beautiful retirement community with a novel approach to life.Welcome to ACOYA, a dynamic community of lifestyle amenities, concierge services and striking desert beauty. Here, you’ll live just steps away from the Pinnacle Peak trailhead in one of...
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44 Floor plans available
9.8
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72 reviews
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What we like the most about Sunrise of Scottsdale is the friendly staff, and various activities and other residents. I trust that she is being looked after. The transportation service on Tuesdays 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.
Step into a Sunrise Assisted Living community and you can't help but feel at home. We stop at nothing to make your experience warm and inviting, from our homelike exterior architecture, to our comfortable community areas and choice of suites to our exceptional outdoor gardens and landscaping....
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11 Video available
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99 Floor plans available
9.6
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102 reviews
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I couldn’t be happier with the decision to move my aunt to Atria. The staff is incredibly attentive, the facilities are clean and well-maintained, and she loves the food!. She’s made new a lot of new friends...
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.
Our luxurious, resort-style community is situated in a residential neighborhood in North Scottsdale with stunning mountain views and kaleidoscopic sunsets. We're within walking distance of shopping, dining and banking less than 20 miles from downtown Phoenix. Atria Park of Sierra Pointe has...
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All of the staff from the executive team, servers, medtechs, admins are extremely friendly and professional. Their smiles make my day. They always plan fantastic events for residents.
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.
ACOYA Shea is a new senior living community in Scottsdale, AZ, focusing on luxury and comfort. Offering Independent Living, Assisted Living, and the revolutionary Revere? Memory Care, ACOYA Shea is the epitome of comfort, with limitless amenities and services to please the most discerning...
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11 Video available
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55 Floor plans available
9.3
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77 reviews
9.3
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My husband had wonderful time at Pacifica. The personnel were very attentive. I was kept in the loop when issued occurred I also liked that I that I didn't have to bring med meds and the doctors needing...
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.
We offer a distinctive approach to specialized memory care and assisted living, which builds on already more than ten years of dedicated service. Our grounds are beautifully manicured and maintained with walking paths, shaded seating areas, and views for enjoying the outdoors and seating areas...
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11 Video available
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77 Floor plans available
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Friendship among residents and looking out for reach other is the main plus. Hourly workers are very caring and look after our needs. We would like to see more communication between staff concerning changes...
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.
Andara is the premier Scottsdale, Arizona 5-Star luxury community providing both Independent and Assisted Living. Featuring finely carved woods, rich carpets, custom furniture, and Art Deco designs throughout the community. Residents here are very active, enjoy Josephine’s Café Sunset Socials,...
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11 Video available
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22 Floor plans available
9.0
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113 reviews
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Staff is great always welcoming. I've met and liked to many friendly people only two things. I'd like to see improved updated showers future and light above dining area.
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.
At our independent, assisted living and memory care community in Phoenix, Arizona, you can enjoy all the comforts of retirement without the burdens of home ownership, cleaning, cooking, and more. Instead of wasting your energy on the responsibilities you’ve carried for decades, you can wake up...
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Photo of Truewood by Merrill, Scottsdale
99 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.9
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16 reviews
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My dad passed away in [date removed]. The people at truewood are amazing. Everyone was cheerful and always helping without being asked. I would highly recommend them.
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.
Truewood by Merrill, Scottsdale is in the vibrant heart of Scottsdale, with easy access to Phoenix, Mesa, and Tempe, Arizona. It truly is at the center of it all, near shopping, restaurants, and world-class medical centers. Truewood by Merrill, Scottsdale is a beautiful place to live with a...
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8.8
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The nurse and administrative staff are great. The facilities guy is great. The older front desk lady is not very helpful. As far as the activities go, they did not seem to have many activities geared...
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.
These Are The Best YearsThe seniors you see here may be part of our assisted living and memory care community in Phoenix, but we like to think of them as family. Each and every person who walks through our door is an individual with a unique story and background, and a host of personal interests....
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Photo of Clarendale Arcadia
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I visited my sister recently at the Clarendale Arcadia facility in Phoenix. I was very impressed with the facility, staff, and activity level. She is in a great place and it brought joy to me and the rest...
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.
Irresistibly located in the Arcadia area of the Camelback Corridor, Clarendale Arcadia offers “connected living”—a vibrant life near family, friends and everything that matters to residents.You’re just down the street from fine dining at Tomaso's, Tarbell's, Hillstone, and The Gladly, plus...
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11 Video available
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66 Floor plans available
8.6
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[name removed] was there on a respite stay for 1 month. However during that time I was very happy with her stay. The food was good, and the staff responded fairly fast when she needed help.
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.
Welcome to Legacy Village of Salt River, recent recipient of the APFM "Best of Senior Living" 2023 award/recognition (2nd year). Open since 2021, Legacy Village of Salt River, a premier senior living community, provides independent living, assisted living and memory care services, while "Serving...
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44 Floor plans available
8.5
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All are a 5. My loved one is quite happy there and participates in many activities as there is such a variety. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would absolutely recommend Sagewood Desert Willow...
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.
Sagewood Acacia Healthcare is managed by Life Care Services®, An LCS® Company. Life Care Services ranked highest in customer satisfaction in the J.D. Power 2019 Senior Living Study and achieved the highest score in all seven study factors: resident services and activities; community staff; food...
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8.5
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I would recommend to others. Also, management and staff are dedicated to compassionate care and proactively communicate well with family.Very earnest qualified management and support staff are very much...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Barton House is an Alzheimer's memory care community located in Scottsdale, Arizona in Maricopa county. Seniors that enjoy golf love living at Barton House, due to Orange Tree Golf Resort, Gainey Ranch Golf Club, and McCormick Ranch Golf Club all being within a short distance of the community....
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Photo of The Ranch Estates at Scottsdale
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My loved one is currently a resident at The Ranch Estates at Scottsdale and everything has been great. The staff is excellent to my mother. Housekeeping does a nice job. The move in process went without a...
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.
Welcome to The Ranch Estates at Scottsdale! If you're looking for a community that understands and honors you as a unique individual, you've come to the right place. We understand you probably have many questions, and we're here to help make the process as simple and straightforward as possible....
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22 Floor plans available
8.4
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Superb personalized care. They made my mom happy & feel like she was home. She passed way but we felt she received the best care possible.
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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 premier senior living community in Scottsdale, Arizona, Lone Mountain Memory Care is a new community known for its high-quality care. We are privately owned and operated by Spectrum Retirement Communities, LLC. That means we design, build and run all of our communities ourselves, so when you...
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Clearwater is excellent. The staff is highly trained and they provide caring service. Really caring service. The whole facility is bright and modern. It has a comfortable atmosphere throughout. All the...
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.
When you choose Clearwater Mayo Blvd in Phoenix, Arizona, you’re choosing the best possible life for yourself or your loved one. This senior living community isn’t just a welcoming home – it’s practically a whole neighborhood by itself. You’ll enjoy a host of resort-style services and amenities,...
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11 Video available
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66 Floor plans available
8.0
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Community relations director gave me a thorough tour. During which I had the opportunity to meet several staff members and observe residents participating in activities. A very friendly and caring...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Amber Creek Inn provides seniors with a caring and supportive staff that is available to help them with their daily needs. Our staff is trained to help those dealing with dementia and Alzheimer's, and they know how to offer just the right assistance to those in need of it. Our staff will treat...
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99 Photos available
8.0
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The entire facility is brand new one the inside. New furniture, floors and paint. The rooms are very nice and the staff is so friendly. Activities every day for varying level of mobility. Since they have...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Mosaic Gardens at Scottsdale Memory Care is a new memory care community in Scottsdale that provides the highest quality of care and support to those with Alzheimer's disease and other memory impairments. Our community also allows our residents the freedom to visit their neighbors and enjoy large,...
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88 Photos available
1111 Floor plans available
7.7
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Most of the care staff are very kind, professional, courteous caring and helpful. The executive staff has been responsive when I have had challenges or questions and concerns. They need healthier higher...
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.
Discover the pinnacle of senior living in beautiful Scottsdale, Arizona. Clearwater Pinnacle Peak provides a full spectrum of care in a luxurious setting with upscale amenities and five-star service. Whether you want an Independent Living community that pampers you in every way, or you want the...
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77 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
7.5
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14 reviews
7.5
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14 reviews
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After a tour it seemed nice, clean, with helpful staff. The overall facility is very nice and clean. But the memory care wing is older and not as nice.
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.
In the spirit of love, Bethesda Adult Communities provides an environment where vintage lives blossom. We strive to cultivate a vibrant, active and healthy community. Bethesda Adult Communities are apart of a non-profit Christian based organization that have been caring for seniors for over 50...
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88 Floor plans available
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It is very superb in many ways. The community is a beautiful place staff are wonderful. It has just been way too long in isolation due to COVID and they need to open back up on a more individualized...
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.
Vi at Grayhawk is a Life Plan Community, also known as Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC), located in Scottsdale, Arizona. Overlooking the magnificent McDowell Mountains, Vi at Grayhawk offers easy access to the master-planned community's amenities as well as a wide variety of features...
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If you have a person who need memory care, it is a very good place. They have daily activities all day long to keep the residents engaged. The caregivers are all very nice. We chose this community...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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 Auberge at Scottsdale is a neighborhood specially designed to serve the needs of individuals living with Alzheimer's disease, dementia and other forms of memory loss. Every day we make it a goal to go above and beyond to enrich the lives of our residents. The staff is committed to delivering...

Cost of memory care in Desert Ridge, AZ

The average cost of senior living in Desert Ridge is $4,513 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Stotonic Village, AZ with an average of $4,087 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Desert Ridge, AZ vs. nearby cities

Desert Ridge, AZ
$4,513/mo

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

Desert Ridge, AZ
$4,513/mo
$4,480/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Desert Ridge vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$4,513/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Desert Ridge, AZ by room type

Semi-Private
$4,927/mo
Studio
$5,477/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,873/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,470/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,090/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Desert Ridge over time

Desert Ridge, AZAZ stateNational

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What families are saying about memory care in Desert Ridge

Recent reviews for memory care in Desert Ridge

Brookdale North Mesa

5.0
The care is very good. Staff are very patient with residents. The staff takes the time to understand the loved ones needs. As an out of state daughter, anytime I called to talk to my dad, the staff would get him to talk to me. I thought that was great. Thank you so much for caring for my dad!

Belmont Village Scottsdale

4.5
I placed my mother at Belmont Village, as she could not manage on her own at home after hospital and rehab visit. The entire staff was warm and welcoming !! They did everything possible to accommodate my mother in just a few days. The nurses and caregivers were consistently professional, ...
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The Auberge at Scottsdale

5.0
My husband has been in residence for one year and I have been there almost every night to sit with him and put him to bed. For the last 11 weeks I have not been able to be with him and at first I thought know one could take my place. I do Skype him twice a day and he is very happy. I watch ...
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Desert Ridge review score based on 230 family reviews

7.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 230 reviews of 67 Desert Ridge memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Desert Ridge 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

Desert Ridge review score compared against nearby cities

7.8
Desert Ridge, AZ67 facilities
8.3
Scottsdale, AZ75 facilities
7.6
Paradise Valley, AZ128 facilities

Review subcategories for Desert Ridge 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 230 reviews of 67 Desert Ridge memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Desert Ridge 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.
Desert Ridge, AZ averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.4
Friendliness
4.7
4.5
Care services
3.9
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.4
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.0
Value for cost*
4.2
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Desert Ridge memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Desert Ridge memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Desert Ridge, 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 Desert Ridge 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 Desert Ridge that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Desert Ridge, AZNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
55.2%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
41.8%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
52.2%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
31.3%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
40.3%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
52.2%
73.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Desert Ridge 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 Desert Ridge Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Desert Ridge, AZNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
53.7%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
35.8%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
47.8%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
22.4%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Desert Ridge 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 Desert Ridge partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Desert Ridge, AZNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.9%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.8%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
41.8%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.8%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.9%
16.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Desert Ridge 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 Desert Ridge communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Desert Ridge, AZNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35.8%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.3%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
37.3%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.9%
23%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Desert Ridge 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 Desert Ridge offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Desert Ridge, AZNational
Activity director
Activity director
38.8%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.8%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.9%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.8%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
52.2%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
49.3%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.3%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.3%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.3%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.3%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
50.7%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
28.4%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.4%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50.7%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

McDowell Village, Hawthorn Court at Ahwatukee and Brookdale Camino del Sol are the top-rated memory care facilities near Desert Ridge, Arizona. See full list of communities.

There are 96 memory care facilities near Desert Ridge, Arizona. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Desert Ridge, Arizona are McDowell Village, Acoya Troon by Cogir and Sunrise of Scottsdale. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 96 memory care facilities near you in Desert Ridge, Arizona typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Desert Ridge, 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 Desert Ridge, 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 Desert Ridge, Arizona ranges from $1 to $11750. The average Memory Care cost in Desert Ridge, Arizona is $4,513. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Desert Ridge, Arizona typically starts at $1. 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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