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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Sun City, AZ
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Alzheimer’s care in Sun City incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Sun City memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Sun City, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
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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.
Come live at the Fountain. You’ll have privacy when you want it and friends as close as a walk down the hall. Spend your time playing cards or pool, going shopping, or participating in other activities. Or add some special meaning in your life by reaching out and helping others. And of course,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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.
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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.
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.
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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.
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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My father, [name removed], is in Assisted Living and my mother in law [name removed] is in Memory Care. Both are looked after by a staff of caring people which gives us great peace of mind! The Executive...
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.
Chaparral Winds is a beautiful Assisted Living Community near Sun City, Arizona. Our Retirement Community provides large studio, one-and two-bedroom apartments with ample space for our residents’ furniture, clothing and personal items. The two-story Assisted Living Building is built around a...
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
132 bed Skilled Nursing FacilityMedicare & ALTC certifiedMany Insurances AcceptedLocally Owned & OperatedComprehensive Rehabilitation ProgramSecure Wing for Memory Impaired24 Hour Nursing CareRated "Excellent" by the AZ Department of Health Services 5 consecutive years.
Cost of memory care in Sun City, AZ
The average cost of senior living in Sun City is $4,679 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sacate Village, AZ with an average of $4,244 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Sun City, AZ vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Sun City, AZ vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Sun City vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Sun City, AZ by room type
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Average cost of Memory Care in Sun City over time
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What families are saying about memory care in Sun City
Recent reviews for memory care in Sun City
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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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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Consistent and knowledgeable staff. Reviews consistently mention the importance of having consistent, knowledgeable staff members in memory care facilities. At Brookdale Trail Ridge, the staff go above and beyond to provide excellent care and communication. They treat residents as if they were their own grandparents and use posi ...
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Personalized care for Alzheimer's and dementia. Many reviews mention the importance of memory care communities in providing specialized care for residents with Alzheimer's and dementia. Facilities like Rock Creek at The Park Memory Care prioritize activities and routines that cater to memory care residents' needs and encourage socializing. ...
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Engaging activities. Reviews highlight the importance of engaging activities for residents in memory care. Facilities like The Auberge at Peoria offer a variety of activities, from music therapy to group activities, to keep residents active and engaged. The staff encourage residents to participate, and activities ...
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Clean, well-maintained facilities. Cleanliness is a top priority for many families when choosing a memory care community. Reviews mention the importance of having clean, well-maintained facilities to ensure a comfortable living environment for residents. For example, at Brookdale North Glendale, the facility is described as cle ...
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Nutritious, individually catered meals. Reviews often mention the importance of quality meals in memory care communities. Facilities like Pacifica Senior Living Peoria accommodate dietary restrictions and individual preferences, and the chefs take pride in serving nutritious meals that residents look forward to. The dining experienc ...
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Communication and collaboration between families and staff. Families appreciate clear communication and collaboration with staff members to ensure their loved ones are receiving the best care possible. Facilities like Hacienda Del Rey prioritize open communication and encourage families to be involved in their loved ones' care. The staff listen to fami ...
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Sun City review score based on 386 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 386 reviews of 122 Sun City memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Sun City 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
Sun City review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Sun City 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 386 reviews of 122 Sun City memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Sun City 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.Sun City, AZ averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.4
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.0
Value for cost*
4.1
4.0
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Sun City memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sun City memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sun City, 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 Sun City 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 Sun City that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
36.9%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
29.5%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.5%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
40.2%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
18.9%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.5%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
30.3%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
39.3%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Sun City 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 Sun City Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
34.4%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
28.7%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
35.2%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.3%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Sun City 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 Sun City partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.2%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.3%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
31.1%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.1%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.3%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Sun City 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 Sun City communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
30.3%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.1%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
31.1%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.1%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sun City 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 Sun City offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sun City, AZNational
Activity director
Activity director
38.5%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
24.6%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.3%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.1%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.5%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.5%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
32.8%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.3%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.7%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.5%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
36.9%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
25.4%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.9%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.7%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Sunrise of Scottsdale, McDowell Village and Pacifica Senior Living Peoria are the top-rated memory care facilities near Sun City, Arizona. See full list of communities.
There are 161 memory care facilities near Sun City, Arizona. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Sun City, Arizona are McDowell Village, The Gardens of Sun City and Palos Verdes Senior Living. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 161 memory care facilities near you in Sun City, Arizona typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Sun City, 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 Sun City, 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 Sun City, Arizona ranges from $550 to $11750. The average Memory Care cost in Sun City, Arizona is $4,679. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Sun City, Arizona typically starts at $550. 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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