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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Phoenix, AZ

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With 300 sunny days a year and a laidback personality, Phoenix has long been a top destination for retirees. Because of its history as a retirement haven, Phoenix has a particularly high concentration of assisted living options. This means most people can find a quality assisted living option within a 10-mile radius of downtown Phoenix.

Phoenix has 124 traditional assisted living communities, but by far, the most common type of senior care in Phoenix is board and care homes. While these residential care homes differ from assisted living communities in size, many are licensed as assisted living communities and offer the same services in a smaller package. If you include these residential care homes, the number of facilities offering assisted living services in Phoenix jumps to 215, which far exceeds most similarly sized cities. In recent years, more luxury assisted living communities have also opened their doors, offering resort-like amenities and age-in-place programs.

This guide will help you pick the right Phoenix assisted living community for you. Below, you’ll find listings of the top-rated Phoenix assisted living facilities, ranked by categories that are important to families and their loved ones.

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Very good overall. The staff is great and the facilities are very good. The workers are very attentive and are hard workers. Excellent Facility with great staff
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
North Scottsdale Retreat is an MD Senior Living home. At MD Senior Living, we’re changing the way Assisted Living is provided. Owned by a small group of physicians, our homes are beautifully designed for comfort and safety. Our caring staff consists of clinical professionals including a retired...
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The staff and facility at Cottages at Peoria are the leanest and most caring people and I'm so glad. They are there the facility is always clean and I appreciate that it looks like a home. I couldn't 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.
Situated in the North Phoenix area, our Pacifica Senior Living community offers full-service memory care programs, providing a warm, inviting and familiar environment for residents with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. Our community focuses on programs that help individuals with...
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We are very happy with our choice. The staff from housekeeping, waiters and waitresses, maintenance to the senior staff are all very kind and accommodating. The other residents are warm, friendly and...
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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We have been really happy with Acoya Shea. The facility is beautiful! Everyone is friendly. There are lots of activities for those who enjoy keeping active. My mom participates in the 2x's week exercise...
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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The staff is very friendly, my sister and brother-in-law love living at the friendship home, especially the home-cooked meals that are very delicious!
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.
Glencroft is an assisted living community located in the city of Glendale, Arizona in the county of Maricopa. Glendale is a city that is absolutely filled with both natural and architectural beauty. Glendale homes magnify the natural beauty of the desert landscape that surrounds the area. Nearby...
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Those on my list were easy to arrange for a visit - Morningstar called me to set up my appointment. I was in independent living when I feel down and broke my knee cap. They immediately shifted me to an...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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It was a safe place and all the staff cared for my mom. They were available when she needed them and always showed care and concern and compassion
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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The cleanliness is based on independent living (5 for the assisted living per view of a family member). The families liked most of this community is The concern for my brother. Maintenance and new...
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.
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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This is a beautiful Memory Care facility! I placed my Mom here in November and have no regrets. I searched alot of places and this one is by far the best. Clean place, alot of caring staff, Daniel the...
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.
We are a unique, memory care community located in Peoria. Fairmont Village offers a family style environment that provides comfort to individuals with memory loss. With an emphasis on the safety and security of our residents, Fairmont Village supports residents to live the day to day routines of...
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Overall, I am very satisfied with the care my mom receives. Anytime I have visited, she is clean and her clothes and room are well maintained. I've heard from a reliable source that the food is of good...
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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It seemed to be the best fit for my mother-in-law. It is a smaller community compared to some of the others we looked at. She said it felt more like home.
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 Avamere at Phoenix we're here to help you feel comfortable so you can focus on what's most important in your life. As part of the Avamere family of companies, we proudly offer assisted living and memory care services as we have more than 25 years. Many of our team members have been with us for...
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Staff are all excellent; the manager and the caregivers are skilled, congenial, patient, creative, and hard-working. As a team they work to ensure high-quality care, fun socialization, tasty & healthy meals,...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Valencia at 19th 2 is an MD Senior Living home. At MD Senior Living, we’re changing the way Assisted Living is provided. Owned by a small group of physicians, our homes are beautifully designed for comfort and safety. Our caring staff consists of clinical professionals including a retired nurse,...
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Staff is very friendly and accommodating. I think they're a little short-staffed right now, but so is everywhere else. Housekeeping seems pretty good, other than she's been without toilet paper once or...
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 HomeOur assisted living and memory care community in Glendale, Arizona doesn’t require you to choose between independence and assistance. We think you deserve both, which is our community is made up of offer cozy apartment homes that give you the freedom of independent living combined...
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He seems to be doing pretty well. I know he has had some difficulties adjusting initially, but things are working out pretty well so far. I just left him not too long ago and he was sitting in the dining...
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.
The Park at 7th Avenue is a charming assisted living community located in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona, where warm weather abounds. Our serene, spacious community is located adjacent to a community park where residents may enjoy the fresh, desert breeze and mountain views. Phoenix is a historic...
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I've lived here for 4 months now. The facility is always clean and the staff is very friendly. I thought the facility came furnished and it didn't but the maintenance crew helped furnish my apartment. ...
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.
Our vision at Avista North Mountain is family, and we want our residents to feel right at home. We strive every day to provide the care our residents need, and the peace of mind their family members desire. We invite you to visit our community and see why we stress the importance of kindness in...
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This is a great community for my mom. My mom was there for a short time It is a clean environment . Activities were not offered to my mom. This enviroment was nice and the rooms were very clean. I would...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Arizona Elderly Care Home has more than twenty five years in providing quality senior care for the elderly. Leaving loved ones in the hands of a assisted living facility has never been easy for families however with the warm loving environment that this facility has worries are a thing of the...
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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.
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The staff members have been very attentive to my loved one and also have been proactive with their care of him and have also been effective in finding the right options and assisting with the solutions to...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Razinn Care CampusWith a focus on family health and safety, Razinn Care Campus is a modern senior care home in Phoenix AZ. in Maricopa County. We’ve proudly built a group home as charming as its Medlock Place Historic District setting, which lends itself to keeping our residents fit and healthy....
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We moved my father from another memory care facility to Shadow Mountain this past spring. The staff and facilities are the best I have ever encountered!! The director cares for each resident as though they...
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.
Shadow Mountain Memory Care is a brand-new, physician owned, charming and safe memory care community that is dedicated to serving the needs of individuals with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. Conveniently located in North Phoenix Arizona, just off of Highway 51, Shadow Mountain...
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It is very clean. The care givers Irene and Charlie are truly caring. They make it fun and happy. They make the residents laugh. They are sincerely helpful. They also helped me with guiding me through the...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Does your loved one need assisted living but wants to remain in a home environment? Get to know us!Our 10-bed home is situated in a residential neighborhood in north Phoenix and offers high quality of care in a comfortable environment. Our staff has over 15 years of experience in this industry...
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We sincerely appreciate and really blessed to have the heartfelt staff at MD Senior Living caring for Dad. It was a really difficult decision to place our Dad anywhere, however, Dad has really adjusted well,...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Valencia at 19th 1 is an MD Senior Living home. At MD Senior Living, we’re changing the way Assisted Living is provided. Owned by a small group of physicians, our homes are beautifully designed for comfort and safety. Our caring staff consists of clinical professionals including a retired nurse,...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
The Loving Kind Care Home, Too is a residential care home located in the beautiful state of Phoenix, AZ in Maricopa County. Phoenix, which is part of the Salt River Valley, is home to a rich cultural scene and a vibrant tourism industry. Visitors and residents alike delight in exploring the...
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
We are a licensed Assisted Living Group Home. We provide Affordable, Top Quality Care for your loved ones, in a safe, friendly loving family setting. Our goal is to bring back independence, dignity and the quality of life, and to preserve the well beings of the ones we care for. Quality Care Is...
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Great place and take very good care of our father. Great food and staff and outstanding price for our father that does not have a lot of money. Very clean and communicates with us very well if any issues...
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.
Arizona Desert Falls is where your family is our family. We specialize in providing the best care available for those individuals on a fixed income or budget. We encourage you to visit our facebook page @azdesertfallsassistedliving to see pictures of different events we have put on for our...
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Hi! I have lived here for almost 4 years and I am 73 yo. I don't walk much anymore due to car and truck accidents over the years. Thank goodness I don't have to walk here. With the old Director Team we did...
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.
Olive Grove Retirement Community encourages an active senior lifestyle that supports residents' privacy and dignity. We offer a home like setting and cheerful smiles from our professional staff who greet you everyday. Olive Grove provides Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Alzheimer's Care...

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Costs of assisted living in the Phoenix, Arizona, area

While the actual cost of assisted living in Phoenix is influenced by the floor plan, level of care, and amenities, Phoenix’s assisted living communities cost an average of $4,080 a month, [01] which is just below the national average of $4,500.[02]

Assisted living costs in Phoenix, AZ, vs. nearby cities

Phoenix, AZ
$3,646/mo
$3,706/mo

Assisted living costs in Phoenix, AZ, vs. state and national averages

Phoenix, AZ
$3,646/mo
$3,762/mo
U.S. national average
$4,558/mo

Assisted living costs in Phoenix, AZ, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,646/mo
$4,547/mo

Assisted living costs in Phoenix, AZ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,947/mo
Private
$3,987/mo
Studio
$5,077/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,151/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,678/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,968/mo

Senior living costs in Phoenix 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: Phoenix, AZ
Column state: Arizona
Column national: U.S.
Community typePhoenix, AZArizonaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,646/mo$3,762/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$4,547/mo$4,493/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,740/mo$3,744/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Phoenix, AZ:$3,646/mo
Arizona:$3,762/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Phoenix, AZ:$4,547/mo
Arizona:$4,493/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Phoenix, AZ:$3,740/mo
Arizona:$3,744/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Phoenix, AZ, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Phoenix 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.

Phoenix, AZAZ stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Phoenix, AZ

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Phoenix 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
Phoenix, AZ$4,709/mo$4,767/mo-1.2%
Arizona$4,815/mo$4,570/mo+5.4%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Phoenix, AZ
2024 average cost:$4,709/mo
2023 average cost:$4,767/mo
Percent change:-1.2%
Arizona
2024 average cost:$4,815/mo
2023 average cost:$4,570/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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What families are saying about assisted living in Phoenix

Recent reviews for assisted living in Phoenix

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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Rody's ACH in Phoenix, AZ

5.0
The care my loved one is receiving is better than I could ask for. The caregivers are compassionate and loving. My loved one is receiving a lot of one on one care. Rodica is wonderful and definitely suits all of the patient's needs. The food they provide is good, but my loved one is not eating ...
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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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Phoenix review score based on 331 family reviews

7.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 331 reviews of 231 Phoenix assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Phoenix review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Phoenix review score compared against nearby cities

7.8
Phoenix, AZ231 facilities
8.1
Paradise Valley, AZ233 facilities
7.9
Glendale, AZ259 facilities

Review subcategories for Phoenix assisted living

When assisted living 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 331 reviews of 231 Phoenix assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Phoenix resident and family assisted living 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.
Phoenix, AZ averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.1
Care services
3.6
3.8
Staff
4.0
4.0
Meals & dining
3.6
3.6
Activities
3.6
3.7
Value for cost*
3.7
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

How to pay for assisted living in Phoenix, Arizona

It’s possible to pay for assisted living in a variety of ways, private or public. While some families pick one or the other, many use a combination of private and public means to fund their assisted living costs. In this section, you’ll find resources to help you make a payment plan for assisted living in Phoenix. You can also check out this guide to paying for long-term care for more information.

Private pay options

Private funds to pay for assisted living can come from many sources, like personal savings, pensions, investment returns, or any of the following:

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VA benefits for assisted living in Phoenix, Arizona

Nationwide, veterans who are eligible for the VA Survivors Pension may also be eligible for the VA Aid and Attendance benefit and the Housebound allowance, both of which can be used to cover the costs of long-term care. However, you cannot get both the Aid and Attendance and Housebound benefit at the same time. Learn more about who qualifies and how to access these benefits from our guide to VA benefits.

The Arizona Department of Veterans’ Services also offers benefits counseling to veterans and their families.

60681

Number of veterans living in Phoenix

Percentage of Phoenix veterans who are 65+

Additional resources for Phoenix, Arizona, veterans

3839 N. Third St.
Phoenix, AZ 85012
Phone: 602-255-3373

333 N. Central Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85012
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Phoenix, Arizona, Medicaid for assisted living

Each state has its own Medicaid benefits, and many state Medicaid programs may cover some long-term care costs to low-income individuals.

The Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (commonly known as AHCCCS) is Arizona’s Medicaid provider. Eligible individuals are assigned a case manager who coordinates their care. Some types of medical services covered by AHCCCS include the following:

  • Emergency care
  • Labs and X-rays
  • Prescriptions
  • Hospital care
  • Podiatry
  • Chiropractic care
  • Specialist care

AHCCCS also includes assisted living coverage for seniors and the disabled through a sub-program, Arizona Long Term Care Systems (known as ALTCS, pronounced ALL-tecs). This program covers the cost of assisted living facilities, nursing homes, and home health services for eligible seniors. Seniors using ALTCS to cover their assisted living costs can receive a shared or private room, although private rooms may come with an extra fee. Assisted living communities covered under this Medicaid program must be Medicaid-approved.

Phoenix, Arizona, resident Medicaid resources

801 E. Jefferson St.
Phoenix, AZ 85034
Phone: 602-417-4000

801 E. Jefferson St., MD 3900
Phoenix, AZ 85034
Phone: 888-621-6880

Medicare assisted living coverage in Phoenix, Arizona

Unlike Medicaid, Medicare is only funded by the federal government. Medicare covers some health care costs for Americans who are 65+ and for people with certain disabilities. While Medicare doesn’t cover most assisted living expenses, it may cover some health care services that can be received in assisted living, such as the following:

  • Prescription medications
  • Inpatient hospital stays
  • Skilled nursing services

To discover what Medicare in Phoenix, Arizona, will cover, you can dial 2-1-1, visit the federal Medicare website, or contact your local Phoenix Social Security Administration office.

Related: Visit our complete guide to public pay options.

Phoenix resident Medicare resources

7171 N. 16th St., Suite 235
Phoenix, AZ 85020
Phone: 602-277-7292

Prevent, detect, or report Medicare errors or fraud

Arizona SMP Helpline

1-800-432-4040

Phoenix SSA offices

16241 N. Tatum Blvd.
Phoenix, AZ 85032
Phone: 866-348-7855
Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Wednesday, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

250 N. Seventh Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85007
Phone: 866-964-4852
Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Wednesday, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Understand Phoenix, Arizona, laws and regulations for assisted living facilities

All assisted living facilities in Arizona must undergo a robust licensing process through the Bureau of Residential Facilities Licensing before opening. This process is overseen by the Arizona Department of Health Services and includes standard safety checks and quality-of-life measures, such as requiring mirrors in the bathrooms, sufficient hot and cold water, and good interior lighting.

Before obtaining a license to operate, all assisted living facilities must meet the state requirements during an inspection. After getting a license, assisted living facilities should pass one unannounced inspection a year to continue operating. Arizona makes the results of all assisted living inspections public through its Residential Facilities Provider Search Form — where you can search by facility or provider name and address.

Recently, Arizona strengthened its background check requirements for assisted living facility employees. This move now prohibits those with felony convictions involving violence or financial fraud from working in assisted living communities. All of these requirements and regulations add more layers of protection to a facility’s senior residents.

Resources

To review all of the state’s requirements for assisted living facilities, see:

Why do licensure and inspection reports matter to families?

State regulations — and a community’s track record with inspections and licensing — offer important insights into safety and quality of care in senior living communities.

Download the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports to learn what to look for in inspection reports and what questions to ask when touring communities. This resource explains how to use state licensure and inspection information to evaluate a community’s compliance, care standards, and responsiveness to issues.

COVID-19 regulations for Phoenix, Arizona, assisted living facilities

All assisted living facilities in Phoenix are expected to follow Arizona state guidelines to help mitigate the effects of COVID-19 on the residents and staff members.

Following federal guidelines from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), all visitors to Phoenix assisted living communities are allowed regardless of vaccination status.

Phoenix’s COVID-19 guidelines for assisted living communities include the following:

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Vaccinations. All staff members and residents are encouraged to stay up to date on their COVID-19 vaccinations, and vaccinations should be available to all residents.

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Masking. Staff members are required to wear masks while in the facility, and residents are encouraged to mask when receiving unvaccinated visitors.

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Testing and screening. New residents should be screened for symptoms of COVID-19.

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Quarantine. Each assisted living facility is encouraged to have a wing for COVID-positive residents. If exposed to someone with COVID-19, unvaccinated residents should be quarantined, but vaccinated residents do not need to quarantine.

Phoenix: A laid-back leader in assisted living

Phoenix has long been a relaxed retiree’s paradise, and consequently, it has some of the highest numbers of seniors in America. The Valley of the Sun has seen some of the highest population growth in the nation, which has also created a few problems. Once known for its low cost of living, Phoenix’s rising housing prices have increased the cost of assisted living for its retirees. Although, residents can still expect to find a range of affordable assisted living communities in Phoenix simply because there are so many options.

A warm, dry climate and beautiful scenery are part of Phoenix’s appeal. Winter in Phoenix averages a high of 68 degrees and a low of 48 degrees, and summers are often over 100 degrees. While high temperatures may make hiking a challenge, many seniors enjoy the warmth from a shaded patio.

Due to the year-round sunshine, Phoenix has its share of snowbirds each winter who enjoy the many golf courses and spas. Many of the newer assisted living communities incorporate this resort-like atmosphere into their own amenities, including luxurious pools, in-house beauticians, and happy hours.

Types of assisted living in Phoenix, Arizona

Luxury assisted living

In keeping with Phoenix’s love for spas, there are plenty of luxury assisted living options. These often include resort-like amenities, such as fitness centers, outdoor pools, and immaculately landscaped grounds. Though, they do come with a higher price tag and a hefty one-time fee. For example, in Paradise Valley, the average cost of luxury assisted living is $5,750 a month. Because of the growing population, there are many brand-new or soon-to-open luxury assisted living facilities in Phoenix. Most are continuing care facilities, with tiered care levels that include independent living, assisted living, and memory care all on one site.

Traditional assisted living

Offering assistance with daily activities, housekeeping, and at least three meals a day, traditional assisted living communities in Phoenix are more cost-effective than luxury options but retain many of the same benefits.

Board and care homes

Board and care homes, or residential care homes, offer assisted living-type care in a residential home setting with under 10 residents. With 91 communities within the Phoenix city center, they are the second most common type of assisted living in Phoenix. Many residents choose a board and care home because they prefer being in a homey environment. These communities also tend to be less expensive than traditional assisted living communities while offering the same level of care.

Phoenix assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Phoenix assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Phoenix, 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 Phoenix assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Phoenix that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Phoenix, AZNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
47.2%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
45%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
82.3%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.1%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
55%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
15.6%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.1%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
41.6%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
57.1%
54.5%
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 Phoenix assisted living

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 Phoenix Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Phoenix, AZNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
53.7%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
21.2%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
51.1%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.2%
14%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Phoenix assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Phoenix partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Phoenix, AZNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
8.2%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.8%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
23.4%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.1%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.6%
13.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Phoenix assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Phoenix communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Phoenix, AZNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
13.9%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
15.2%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
19%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.7%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Phoenix assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Phoenix offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Phoenix, AZNational
Activity director
Activity director
18.6%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.1%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
32%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.6%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.1%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
16%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.7%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
13.4%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
23.4%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
24.7%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
13%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10.4%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
24.7%
46.3%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

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285,925

Seniors in Phoenix who are 65+

11%
Phoenix population 65+
68°

Average Jan. high in degrees Fahrenheit

50%
Paradise Valley residents who are 55+.

Health care for seniors in Phoenix, Arizona

Phoenix has a high concentration of healthcare providers, and some of them are nationally ranked.

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Mayo Clinic – Phoenix

Mayo Clinic – Phoenix is rated No. 1 in the Phoenix metro area and is No. 13 in the nation for excellent geriatric care. It is also nationally ranked in 10 specialties, according to US News and World Report.

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St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center

St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center is nationally ranked in geriatrics and neurology/neurosurgery.

Transportation for seniors in Phoenix, Arizona

To get around Phoenix, most residents use a car. However, the city does provide some public transportation options. The Valley Metro Transit System, known as Valley Metro, is the regional train system that operates throughout the city between 18 and 22 hours a day. Seniors over 65 can receive reduced fare by filling out the application on the Valley Metro website. While very affordable, wait times for the train are typically around 20 minutes or longer, which is why many residents choose to drive.

For only $1, seniors in Phoenix can use the Senior Center Shuttle Program, which provides residents of participating senior centers with flexible transportation to and from their senior living community and off-site activities. Seniors can also use Dial-a-Ride to receive transportation to and from appointments.

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Senior activities in Phoenix, Arizona

Residents of Phoenix enjoy year-round sunshine and dramatic desert vistas paired with a local preoccupation for chilled-out hobbies, exciting events, and tasty food. Phoenix is a golf lover’s paradise, with over 200 golf courses within the city limits. Tee off at Papago Golf Course, which is one of the most popular public golf courses in the city due to its picturesque backdrop of the Papago Buttes and its mid-century inspired bar and grill.

Outdoorsy residents can enjoy the Desert Botanical Gardens, and architecture buffs can explore Taliesin West, architect Frank Lloyd Wright’s former home. Phoenix has one of the best musical instrument museums in the nation, and nearby sits the Heard Museum, which has some of the most comprehensive and respected exhibitions on Native American art and culture in the United States.

Phoenix also has a strong spa culture, with budget-friendly to luxury options. Resorts like The Phoenician offer the full package: golf courses, fine dining, pools, massages, and other spa services. The Phoenician, among many other local area spas, offer exclusive rates for AAA members.

While the local sports teams no longer offer senior discounts, Suns fans can watch their beloved NBA team play at the Footprint Center in downtown Phoenix. Locals can also catch an NFL game at the State Farm Stadium in Glendale, home of the Arizona Cardinals, or an MLB game at Chase Field in downtown Phoenix, home of the Arizona Diamondbacks. Some senior living communities even organize group outings to local games.

The Phoenix area has plenty of casinos, with gaming and world-class events. The largest is Talking Stick Resort and Casino, with 240,000 square feet of gaming space along with a luxury hotel, theater, spa, and museum of Native American art. This casino, along with Casino Arizona and Gila River Casino, offers a shuttle service to and from various Scottsdale locations. Many local senior living communities also organize day trips to these casinos for their residents.

Long known as a steakhouse and Mexican food destination, Phoenix’s food scene is exploding with culinary talent. From quick and easy joints to fine dining, Phoenix has great food options for any taste and any budget.

References

  1. A Place for Mom. (2022). A Place for Mom proprietary data.

  2. Genworth. (2021). Cost of care survey.

  3. United States Census Bureau. (2021). Veteran status (S2101) [Data set]. American Community Survey.

  4. United States Census Bureau. (2021). Population estimates (V2021): Phoenix City [Data set]. QuickFacts.

  5. United States Census Bureau. (2020). The American Community Survey (ACS). Arizona Commerce Authority.

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A Place for Mom. (2022). A Place for Mom proprietary data.

2.

Genworth. (2021). Cost of care survey.

3.

United States Census Bureau. (2021). Veteran status (S2101) [Data set]. American Community Survey.

4.

United States Census Bureau. (2021). Population estimates (V2021): Phoenix City [Data set]. QuickFacts.

5.

United States Census Bureau. (2020). The American Community Survey (ACS). Arizona Commerce Authority.