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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Maricopa County, AZ

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

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Photo of Trustwell Living at Kingswood Place
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My sister was happy there. She was there because I was taking care of her and needed a break. The staff was very pleasant/ helpful.
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.
Trustwell Living at Kingswood Place is a gracious assisted living community located in a quiet neighborhood in Surprise, Arizona. We are located just two miles north of Surprise Community Park. Many residents and their families enjoy the park for its many recreational activities as well as close...
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I would rate each one with a five. Cadence was a great place. Everyone from staff to resident are so friendly and welcoming. The place was clean and more importantly, it didn't smell. Food was really good....
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.
Imagine living in a beautiful setting designed to bring out the very best in you. Say hello to Cadence Chandler, a dynamic retirement community offering an upscale lifestyle with rich amenities and engaging holistic programming for every part of life, including independent and assisted living...
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1. Our cleaning lady has been here 24 years. The two ladies we first met have been in the industry several years. 2. Definitely clean and comfortable. 3. Everyone his outstanding - residents and service...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
The Forum at Desert Harbor is located on the shore of Desert Harbor Lake, with beautiful views of the surrounding waterfront. We are just around the corner from picturesque Sun City, and minutes from the 101 Loop access to Phoenix and the airport. We pride ourselves in our continued effort to...
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The residents are nice. Staff are nice too. Food good too. Free to come and go as you please. Lots of outings. Shopping. Everything is top notch.
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.
Embrace These YearsWhen you decide to make our assisted living community your new home, you’re starting a new chapter—one that pushes you to do more than go through the motions. Surrounded by a warm and welcoming community of kind and encouraging seniors, you’ll be challenged to embrace your...
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I can tell you right now, I rate your facility a 5 in every area. The staff is excellent. Best we have ever seen. They all specialize in dementia so they have so much empathy for everyone
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.
With more than 30 thriving communities, Cadence Living® is proud to offer a safe, friendly and comfortable environment for thousands of happy residents across the country to call home. Our experienced leadership and team members serve with integrity, compassion and expertise as they strive to...
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Great people. Clean facilities. Billing is an issue. The amount shouldn't be changing almost on a daily basis. For example we met with the billing people on [date removed] and I was given a billing amount...
Provides: Memory Care
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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 Peoria 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 a...
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Every thing has been positive. The dining experience has been hit or miss with most being hits. The staff is always very friendly and helpful. The people are friendly. So far so good!
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
The Amethyst Gardens offers a plethora of activities that range from daily exercise classes and pool activities to mall shopping, casino day trips, and cultural events. Join us for bingo, bridge, or live musical entertainment in our spacious, formal great room. The Amethyst Garden's mission is to...
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Incredibly friendly staff. [name removed] is amazing. She is at the main desk. There is a lady at the memory care desk that told me that my mom cannot get mail there. I found out that is not true. The pool...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Clearwater Ahwatukee offers you a warm and welcoming senior living experience with luxurious services and amenities that put it a cut above the rest. You’ll feel at home right away with our friendly staff and residents, bright and spacious apartments, and community perks like a saltwater pool and...
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Staff are kind and caring, but not enough of them sometimes. Activities are very good, music, bingo, crafts etc. Dining is quite good, even my picky mother is quite happy. Overall I highly recommend.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Adventure ReadyLocated between the residential and commercial areas of Mesa, Arizona, our assisted living and memory care community offers residents a combination of peaceful country life and convenient access to grocery stores, doctors offices, and more. You will never find yourself wanting for...
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1010 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
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We have had mom at Morningstar for 2 months. Pros: right size community with attentive and compassionate people. Apartments are well maintained, modern and clean. Many options for activities and physical...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Assisted LivingFor our Assisted Living residents, MorningStar offers four levels of help with the activities of daily living: minimal; moderate; more frequent and intensive; and extensive. In all cases, around-the-clock Care Managers ensure your safety and meet your needs.It is our staff's...
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Photo of Brookdale North Gilbert
11 Video available
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33 Floor plans available
9.0
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1.Overall experience: 5 "My experience with Brookdale Memory Care has been truly wonderful. The staff is consistently kind and patient, and they do a beautiful job of encouraging every resident in their...
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.
Stress-Free Memory CareNestled in Gilbert, Arizona is a memory care community that feels more like a family. The seniors at Brookdale North Gilbert are unique individuals with unique interests, and the care team designs the daily activities to represent and celebrate what the residents love...
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Photo of Brookdale Union Hills
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33 Floor plans available
9.0
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All of the staff have been wonderful to work with and have been taking very good care of my Dad! I would recommend them to others who are searching for a place for their loved one. The staff is professional...
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.
Joy Without SacrificeFor our memory care residents in Peoria, Arizona, life has never been sweeter. With endless activities, events, and programs that foster social interaction and provide daily moments of joy and success, your family member will soak up every moment of their life here—and...
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The thing we like the most about the community is their staff members, they are very helpful and friendly. Yes, we would recommend Sunrise of Chandler community to other families.
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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18 reviews
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What we like the most about the community is that it is very clean, friendly staff, modern facility and yes we would recommend the community to other families.
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.
Inspira Arrowhead will be a state of the art senior living community with Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care resident options. Inspira Arrowhead will be located in a campus environment including restaurants such as Kneader’s Bakery and Starbucks, The Church of Joy and a future...
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Since [name removed] has become the director of the facility it is much easier to communicate with them. The staff is friendly and I don't envy their job at all. It is a different job. I honestly don't know...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
When you trust us with the care of your family member at Brookdale North Glendale, you can rest easy knowing they will enjoy an elevated lifestyle above and beyond what you may expect at a memory care facility in Glendale, Arizona. All of the activities on our social calendar are inspired by our...
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Photo of Gardens at Ocotillo Senior Living
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33 Floor plans available
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What we like the most about the community is that the grounds around the outside of the building are always perfect, the floor plan is great, and the caregivers are very nice
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.
The Gardens at Ocotillo provide premium independent living, assisted living and memory care in Chandler, Arizona. Our new community delivers affordable luxury with At Your Service hospitality and concierge services. Our services can help you with the transition to our community through packing...
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The Palazzo is a wonderful place - they are going through ownership changes so there a definite growing pains for some of the residents. Yes, we would recommend this community to other families based on 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.
The Palazzo is a full Continuing Care Community offering Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care and Skilled Nursing. At The Palazzo, we are able to cater to your needs whether you are looking for independence in an environment with social activities, wonderful meals, housekeeping and...
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The staff has been helpful letting us know how mom was adjusting, and in the beginning, ut was very difficult. It took about 6 weeks for her to settle in and realize that Pennington Gardens was her new...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Embrace life at a peaceful desert retreat at Pennington Gardens. Whether you or your loved one is searching for Assisted Living, Memory Care, or short-term Respite Care for seniors in Chandler, Arizona, you will find the right kind of support you need to enjoy the lifestyle you want. Live richly...
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Some of the staff are very nice and have been working there for a very long time. But others come and go. They are supposed to have someone awake and on duty in the assisted living area 24/7 but at least...
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.
LifeStream at Youngtown is a cozy, tree-lined community in a residential neighborhood offering a comfortable retirement lifestyle in quaint, maintenance-free garden apartments. These spacious one-story homes feature full-kitchens, washer and dryers or free laundry services, wall-to-wall...
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The staff during the day is a 5. Night crew needs work. I would say a 4. I know there is food that [name removed] doesn't like and it would nice to always get him something we know he would eat. They sent...
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.
Hacienda Del-Rey is a locally owned family company and professionally managed. We set our goal to offer the finest assisted living options in a residential community. Our directors have over 60 years experience in the senior care market. We have always believed that the home environment is the...
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This place really cares about its residents. There is a sense of home there. Activities are plentiful with smiles all around.
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.
Celebrating 40 years, Grace management is happy to promote Inspirations of Tempe Assisted Living. Managed since 1995, this 65-apartment community features an easy to navigate floor plan, quality meals, programs, and services. With employees that have over 35 years in experience-you can...
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What we like the most about Arbor Ridge is the staff. The staff and residents were very friendly, positive and helpful; location was great for fast food, grocery, Walmart, shopping, doctors...
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.
Located in the heart of Peoria with proximity to the Center for the Performing  Arts, Amethyst Senior Living Community offers the lifestyle that's just right for you. With beautifully landscaped grounds and stunning Spanish-style architecture, this peaceful and picturesque community is an...
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Photo of Brookdale Tempe
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Overall experience is very good. Staff all very friendly and well trained. Food mostly good. Gluten free meals necessary and sometimes it seems variety of gluten free is not great but they are trying new...
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.
Designed With You In MIndOur memory care community in Tempe, Arizona was specifically designed with your loved one in mind. That’s because we’re more than a community. We’re a family made up of the most vibrant and unique men and women you could ever hope to know. The seniors who call this...
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The room was great and bright and airy. Staff were fabulous professional and caring. My only complaint was the meals. They were mostly spicy and ethnic foods unsuitable for elderly palates and there was no...
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.
Independently MindedWe believe independence is the cornerstone to a happy, healthy lifestyle. That is why The Enclave at Gilbert Senior Living designs resident care plans based on values like integrity and respect. Enjoy innovative amenities such as all-inclusive At Your Service® Dining, private...
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8.5
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I can't say enough good things about MorningStar. They took great care of my father. They were in touch with me often. The staff is very caring. We would absolutely recommend MorningStar at Arrowhead to...
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.
MorningStar at Arrowhead offers premier assisted living and memory care for adults 62 years and older who need some measure of help with the activities of daily living. While its subtle elegance and features are reminiscent of a luxurious resort, every detail of MorningStar at Arrowhead is...
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Cost of memory care in Maricopa County, AZ

The average cost of senior living in Maricopa County is $4,514 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Gila Bend, AZ with an average of $3,777 per month.

Memory care costs in Maricopa County, AZ, vs. nearby counties

Maricopa County, AZ
$4,514/mo
$4,626/mo
$4,498/mo

Memory care costs in Maricopa County, AZ, vs. state and national averages

Maricopa County, AZ
$4,514/mo
$4,493/mo
U.S. national average
$4,801/mo

Memory care costs in Maricopa County, AZ, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$4,514/mo

Memory care costs in Maricopa County, AZ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,660/mo
Studio
$5,760/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,048/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,400/mo

Senior living costs in Maricopa County 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: Maricopa County, AZ
Column state: Arizona
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMaricopa County, AZArizonaU.S.
Memory Care$4,514/mo$4,493/mo$4,801/mo
Assisted Living$3,630/mo$3,762/mo$4,564/mo
Independent Living$3,054/mo$3,744/mo$4,022/mo
Memory Care
Maricopa County, AZ:$4,514/mo
Arizona:$4,493/mo
U.S.:$4,801/mo
Assisted Living
Maricopa County, AZ:$3,630/mo
Arizona:$3,762/mo
U.S.:$4,564/mo
Independent Living
Maricopa County, AZ:$3,054/mo
Arizona:$3,744/mo
U.S.:$4,022/mo
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Memory care costs in Maricopa County, AZ, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Maricopa County 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.

Maricopa County, AZAZ stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Maricopa County, AZ

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Maricopa County 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 median 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
Maricopa County, AZ$6,202/mo$5,927/mo+4.6%
Arizona$6,113/mo$5,862/mo+4.3%
National$6,488/mo$6,147/mo+5.5%
Maricopa County, AZ
2024 average cost:$6,202/mo
2023 average cost:$5,927/mo
Percent change:+4.6%
Arizona
2024 average cost:$6,113/mo
2023 average cost:$5,862/mo
Percent change:+4.3%
National
2024 average cost:$6,488/mo
2023 average cost:$6,147/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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What families are saying about memory care in Maricopa County

Recent reviews for memory care in Maricopa County

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!

Vineyard Park of Surprise

5.0
Such a beautiful community! The residents are so happy, they enjoy each other and all the activities. Wonderful staff! Thank you for taking such good care of them.

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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Maricopa County review score based on 1,279 family reviews

8.1
Review score339 facilities1279 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 1279 reviews of 339 Maricopa County memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Maricopa County 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

Maricopa County review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Maricopa County, AZ339 facilities
8.2
Goodyear, AZ356 facilities
8.9
Avondale, AZ17 facilities

Review subcategories for Maricopa County 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 1,279 reviews of 339 Maricopa County memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Maricopa County 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.
Maricopa County, AZ averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
4.0
Friendliness
3.9
4.1
Care services
3.4
3.8
Staff
3.8
3.9
Meals & dining
3.5
3.6
Activities
3.6
3.6
Value for cost*
3.5
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Maricopa County memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Maricopa County memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Maricopa County, 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 Maricopa County 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 Maricopa County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Maricopa County, AZNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
45.7%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
33.6%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.8%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.4%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
47.5%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
26.5%
29.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.8%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
33.9%
62.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
47.8%
74%
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 Maricopa County 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 Maricopa County Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Maricopa County, AZNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
44.2%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
33.6%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
41%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20.1%
27%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Maricopa County 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 Maricopa County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Maricopa County, AZNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.6%
28.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.4%
45%
No sugar
No sugar
35.1%
42.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.7%
50.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.6%
16.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Maricopa County 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 Maricopa County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Maricopa County, AZNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
32.7%
32.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.6%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.2%
23.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Maricopa County 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 Maricopa County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Maricopa County, AZNational
Activity director
Activity director
40.7%
46.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.7%
34.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24.8%
28.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.9%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
43.7%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45.7%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36%
40.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.9%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.7%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.5%
48%
Live performances
Live performances
41.9%
48.6%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.8%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.2%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in Maricopa County

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 Maricopa County protect seniors.
Learn about Arizona memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Pacifica Senior Living Peoria, Bella Vista Senior Living and McDowell Village are the top-rated memory care facilities near Maricopa County, Arizona. See full list of communities.
There are 468 memory care facilities near Maricopa County, Arizona. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Maricopa County, Arizona are Pacifica Senior Living Peoria, Bella Vista Senior Living and The Oaks. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 468 memory care facilities near you in Maricopa County, Arizona typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Maricopa County, 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 Maricopa County, 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 Maricopa County, Arizona ranges from $1 to $11750. The average Memory Care cost in Maricopa County, Arizona is $4,514. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Maricopa County, 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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