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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Sunshine Acres, AZ

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If your loved one needs memory care in Sunshine Acres, A Place for Mom can help. With 66 memory care facilities in Sunshine Acres, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

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

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like North Mountain, Cactus and Sunnyslope.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Phoenix, Mesa and Scottsdale.

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Cost of memory care in Sunshine Acres, AZ

The average cost of senior living in Sunshine Acres is $4,624 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Stotonic Village, AZ with an average of $4,101 per month.

Memory care costs in Sunshine Acres, AZ, vs. nearby cities

Sunshine Acres, AZ
$4,624/mo
$4,602/mo

Memory care costs in Sunshine Acres, AZ, vs. state and national averages

Sunshine Acres, AZ
$4,624/mo
$4,493/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

Memory care costs in Sunshine Acres, AZ, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$4,624/mo

Memory care costs in Sunshine Acres, AZ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,319/mo
Studio
$4,726/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,602/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,753/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,990/mo

Senior living costs in Sunshine Acres 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: Sunshine Acres, AZ
Column state: Arizona
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSunshine Acres, AZArizonaU.S.
Memory Care$4,624/mo$4,493/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$3,701/mo$3,762/mo$4,558/mo
Independent Living$3,946/mo$3,744/mo$4,016/mo
Memory Care
Sunshine Acres, AZ:$4,624/mo
Arizona:$4,493/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Sunshine Acres, AZ:$3,701/mo
Arizona:$3,762/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Independent Living
Sunshine Acres, AZ:$3,946/mo
Arizona:$3,744/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Memory care costs in Sunshine Acres, AZ, over time

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

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Memory care cost trends in Sunshine Acres, AZ

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Sunshine Acres 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
Sunshine Acres, AZ$6,050/mo$5,703/mo+6.1%
Arizona$6,148/mo$5,910/mo+4.0%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Sunshine Acres, AZ
2024 average cost:$6,050/mo
2023 average cost:$5,703/mo
Percent change:+6.1%
Arizona
2024 average cost:$6,148/mo
2023 average cost:$5,910/mo
Percent change:+4.0%
National
2024 average cost:$6,490/mo
2023 average cost:$6,152/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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What families are saying about memory care in Sunshine Acres

Recent reviews for memory care in Sunshine Acres

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!

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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Amber Creek Inn Memory Care in Scottsdale, AZ

5.0
My mother was only there a month and a half before she passed, but I was very pleased with my experience at Amber Creek. The administration was organized, and the nursing staff was wonderful - very caring and attentive to my mother. The facility was less expensive than what I was paying in WA ...
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Sunshine Acres review score based on 211 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 211 reviews of 49 Sunshine Acres memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Sunshine Acres 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

Sunshine Acres review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Sunshine Acres, AZ49 facilities
8.6
Mesa, AZ87 facilities
8.1
Fountain Hills, AZ23 facilities

Review subcategories for Sunshine Acres 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 211 reviews of 49 Sunshine Acres memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Sunshine Acres 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.
Sunshine Acres, AZ averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.2
Care services
3.6
3.9
Staff
3.9
4.1
Meals & dining
3.7
3.8
Activities
3.8
3.7
Value for cost*
3.6
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Sunshine Acres memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sunshine Acres memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sunshine Acres, 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 Sunshine Acres 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 Sunshine Acres 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
51%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
34.7%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
53.1%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
38.8%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
49%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
63.3%
74%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Sunshine Acres 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 Sunshine Acres Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Sunshine Acres, AZNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
53.1%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
34.7%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
44.9%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
24.5%
27.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Sunshine Acres 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 Sunshine Acres partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sunshine Acres, AZNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.4%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.7%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
34.7%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40.8%
51%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
26.5%
17%
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Availability of select dining options in Sunshine Acres 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 Sunshine Acres communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sunshine Acres, AZNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40.8%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.7%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
34.7%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.4%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sunshine Acres 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 Sunshine Acres offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sunshine Acres, AZNational
Activity director
Activity director
46.9%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.7%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.5%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.9%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.1%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.9%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.8%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.7%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.9%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
44.9%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
32.7%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.4%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40.8%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in Sunshine Acres

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Legacy Retirement Residence of Mesa, McDowell Village and The Oaks are the top-rated memory care facilities near Sunshine Acres, Arizona. See full list of communities.
There are 66 memory care facilities near Sunshine Acres, Arizona. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Sunshine Acres, Arizona are McDowell Village, The Oaks and Atria Park of Sierra Pointe. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 66 memory care facilities near you in Sunshine Acres, Arizona typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Sunshine Acres, 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 Sunshine Acres, 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 Sunshine Acres, Arizona ranges from $1 to $11750. The average Memory Care cost in Sunshine Acres, Arizona is $4,624. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Sunshine Acres, 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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