The Best Assisted Living Communities in Maricopa County, AZ

"Legacy Village of Salt River is very nice. It is very clean and well taken care of. Kris toured me around and she was great. The facility has a little better setup. The memory section is a very specialized section with a 6 to 1 ratio per staff. So, that's not too bad. The food smelled good. In the memory care, I saw people who were playing volleyball with a balloon in there. They have other areas that are more tactile for them like color and where they can be by themselves without having a lot of noise from other people."

Vista Living has a mission and passion for providing each resident in our homes with the highest level of personalized care that is loving, warm, and quick to respond to ever-changing health needs. This 4,600-square-foot home has 10 bedrooms, all with private bathrooms. The open and modern kitchen connects to the living room and dining room. These living spaces open up to a covered patio and connected backyard. The living room is soothed by a large saltwater fish tank and entertained by our birds. There is a large dedicated beauty salon. The backyard has a walking path that goes around the perimeter of the backyard and passes the garden bed. Licensed Staff: Each assisted living facility has Certified Directed staff who are available on-site 24/7. We only hire the best, so you can be sure each staff member will treat your loved one with kindness and respect. Management: Our professional management team includes our on-site nurse and Executive Director, Assistant Director, and Chief Operating Officer. Experienced Care Team: Our caregivers are highly skilled and experienced in Supervisory, Personal and Directed Levels of Care. We staff both male and female caregivers and our ratio is 1 caregiver for every 5 residents. 24-hour care with AWAKE staff at night: In addition to our daytime staffing, we also staff each home with awake caregivers who are scheduled for their shift through the night. Resident Population/Functioning Level: At each of our assisted living homes in Phoenix, Arizona we have a great mix of friendly residents. We make sure each home is designated appropriately for either a high-functioning or lower-functioning population. Suites: Each suite in our assisted living residences is fully furnished (including bed linens), decorated, and equipped with a large-screen HDTV. Dish Network and Netflix are included. Residents are welcome to bring their own furnishings and decor if they wish. Select rooms include private french doors leading out a peaceful brick patio area. Roll-in Showers: Each suite includes a private bathroom with plush towels, some with roll-in showers. Outdoor Space: Our homes offer large French doors that open to a beautiful outdoor space with cushioned seating, BBQ grill, game lawn, walking paths, raised garden beds, beautiful landscaping, and views of Camelback Mountain. The Dining Experience: We make each meal on-site and offer a diverse menu every week with alternative options for residents with special dietary needs or favorite foods. Activities and Socialization: Our residents enjoy a robust schedule of daily activities and special events for friends and family to attend. We also respect that some residents prefer less socializing and more private time. Assisted Living Care Includes: Pharmacy Services Hygiene Assistance Medication Management Assistance with Nourishment Help To and From Rooms Night Time Preparation and Bedding Assistance Blood Pressure Assistance Diabetic Assistance On-Call Physicians and Pharmacy Delivery Daily and weekly activities Monthly Wellness Visits by an On-Staff Nurse Assistance with Bathing & Dressing Pet-Friendly (if the right fit) Memory Care: We take a unique approach to provide care to residents with mild to moderate Alzheimers and Dementia-related conditions. We develop a comprehensive care plan that includes personal care, socializing, memory care, and other activities appropriate to the individuals age and functioning level. Our priority is to enhance every residents lifestyle by catering to their interests and preferences every day. Personalized memory care in Phoenix, Arizona is our specialty.To learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: Arizona Department of Health Services Public Health Licensing

"My friend is in ACOYA Shea. It's fabulous. We chose it because it was new. The staff is very helpful. The food is a five. They have movie nights, trivia, a beauty salon, a gym, and a fitness center."

"The only person that I spoke to at Arcadia Estate -- in addition to one of the tenants -- was Michelle. She was very accommodating and very nice. She knew what she was talking about when I explained that my father-in-law had dementia and he needed some kind of care or medication for that. And they have a 5-step memory care program, which mean they take care of the really bad ones that don’t even remember who they are -- which of course anybody that has dementia is going to get to that point -- and they are equipped to take care of that. They have a locked floor in their facility for the wanderers like my father-in-law or the people who want to get out in the street and they can’t because they don’t know where they are going and what they are doing so they are a risk to themselves and to other people. They have a whole floor of them, and they have a backyard for them to go out in so they can go outside, but they just can’t go out in the street. You can’t put a person who’s going to wander just anywhere, and they’re able to do that, so I very much like that. They have everything that anybody could use. I saw one of the rooms as well because there’s a tenant there that apparently likes when people come and visit her room, and she was very nice. The rooms were a little on the small side, but it’s only the one person, and they don’t even know where they are at half the time, so what’s the difference? It would have worked out perfectly because my father-in-law doesn’t cook, so they have a microwave, a refrigerator, and a sink. She also had a bed and a little balcony, and she was lying on the floor and watching TV, so it’s perfect for one person. They have their own private bathroom so they don’t have to share, and I liked that too. This place just happened to work out perfectly for me. "

"My mom was in two large facilities before Oakmont. Both were bad choices. Finally, at Oakmont she was given the care I wanted for her. She had a lot if attention and I was eased with her care. It was the closest to being in a home because of the small 10 resident ceiling and caring staff."

Scottsdale Village Square, situated at 2620 N 68th Street in Scottsdale, Arizona, offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care in a welcoming, resort-style senior living community. The mission here is to combine compassionate, personalized care with dignity and respect, allowing residents to balance independence with supportive services as their needs evolve. Residences include studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments—all pet-friendly—with features like walk-in showers, hardwood or high-quality flooring, central heating and air, and high-speed internet. Shared spaces are designed for gathering and relaxation, featuring gardens, courtyards, a library, games and art rooms, multiple sitting areas, and beautiful outdoor common spaces. Residents are supported by 24/7 professional staff, including caregivers trained in memory care, with personalized care plans, assistance with activities of daily living, medication management, bathing, grooming, and so forth. The community emphasizes safety and comfort, especially for those in memory care, by providing secure wings, scheduled outings, and wellness-oriented programming. Amenities include elegant dining options with chef-prepared meals, scheduled transportation, beauty and barbershop services, fitness classes, daily and special-event social programming, library and media rooms, and scenic outdoor gardens for walking and relaxation. Nestled in a Scottsdale neighborhood that provides easy access to shopping, grocery stores, restaurants, and medical services, Scottsdale Village Square also offers the benefit of scenic desert landscaping and well-maintained grounds. It’s close to major highways, making commuting or visiting family convenient. To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Arizona Department of Health Services Public Health Licensing

"My mom has moved into Well Heeled Senior Care 71st Street. She is feeling okay there. It's just a small home. They have 10 rooms. The staff is very nice. They're extremely considerate, and they look out for each of their clients. They lead and provide good care for them. They have an activity director who works with the clients. So, it's very nice. My mom is in her 90s, so she doesn't get around very well, so it is not that I need a lot for her, unlike someone who may be in their 70s or 80s. They have individual rooms. They have a dining room with a common area, as well as a TV room that is also part of the common area. They have a very small outside area. They have three homes. I only looked at that one, and we liked it. They had a very nice room that I thought would be great for her. The staff is a 4, and I only say that because some of them have Spanish as their first language, and they speak a little bit of English, but not as well. There's always someone there who speaks really good English, but some of the staff don't speak English quite as well. Nevertheless, they are super. It doesn't even matter what the language barrier is. They're all super caring, and they try super hard. My mother doesn't always like the food for each meal, but they go out of their way to make other things for her, and that is despite the language barrier. They provide snacks, too."

"We visited Clarendale Arcadia, and it is very beautiful and very nice. They showed us the memory care, which we didn't like at all, and then the rest of the assisted living apartments, which were very nice. The dining room was nice, too. We like that. The staff who accommodated us for the tour was very nice."

"It had a nice garden. The rooms and apartments were pretty. It was a very clean and very nice place. They had activities like bingo and crafts."

About Well Heeled Senior Care Sweetwater We provide hands-on assistance to perform everyday activities, including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and meals. Our typical resident may also be at a higher risk for falls or other safety concerns. We evaluate the care needs of our potential residents before they move into our homes to ensure we are the right fit together. Our fees reflect the level of care our residents need to thrive within our residential assisted living home. We are located minutes away from Sandpiper Park with nearby hospitals close by. Our home has veggie gardens in the backyard and also inside the home with our brand new Majestic Garden where our residents are able to care for the plants that they want to grow!To learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: Arizona Department of Health Services Public Health Licensing

"The Ranch Estates at Scottsdale is very welcoming and very efficient. They had availability when we needed it for my mom-in-law so we moved her in. We liked that their location was closer to where her daughter lives and where some of her doctors are located. She is in proximity to the area that she was familiar with and where she used to live. So a lot of those things played out in the thought process of why we chose that place for her. It's also very clean and very nice. She has a one-bedroom apartment with a kitchen. She has an outdoor patio if she chooses to use it. There is a pool facility, exercise, and all the other basic amenities that almost all of the senior places have. They have on-demand dining so you can go in any time and order whatever you want from a select menu, which is very accommodating. There's a salon and nails can be done on-site. Transportation seems to be pretty easy to organize and there always seems to be activities of people coming and going. The staff has all been extremely responsive. I think my mom-in-law is much happier now because she has that responsiveness and everybody's been welcoming there. No questions asked. All the staff came in to introduce themselves to her, let her know that she was going to be taken care of, and open their arms to try to make this thing a special place."

Sweetwater Groves by Majestic Residences is run by a Nurse. Why is that important to choose a residential assisted living home run by a nurse? Choosing a nurse-owned and operated residential assisted living home for your senior loved one is one of the best decisions you can make. This choice offers a level of expertise, compassion, and personalized care that is unmatched in other types of care environments. When the person managing the home is a nurse, it ensures that the well-being of each resident is always the top priority, and that complex health needs are understood and handled with competence and confidence. Nurses have a deep understanding of the medical and emotional needs of seniors, especially those with chronic illnesses, mobility issues, or cognitive impairments like dementia or Alzheimer’s. They are trained to notice subtle changes in a resident’s condition that could indicate the need for a medical evaluation or adjustment in care. This early intervention can prevent minor issues from escalating into serious health concerns. Because of this training, a nurse-led home is better equipped to monitor and manage the changing needs of its residents, providing peace of mind for families who know their loved ones are in skilled hands. Beyond medical expertise, nurses are also deeply compassionate professionals who are attuned to the emotional and psychological aspects of care. They understand how aging affects not only physical health but also mental well-being. Nurse-owned homes tend to emphasize a holistic approach, combining medical care with emotional support, fostering an environment where seniors feel safe, respected, and engaged. The focus is not solely on maintaining physical health, but on ensuring that residents have a high quality of life, through meaningful social interactions, activities, and personalized care plans. Sweetwater Groves by Majestic Residences is a luxury care home in prestigious Scottsdale, Arizona. Sweetwater Groves is a first-class state-of-the-art 6300 sq./ ft. home with 11 spacious bedrooms and 11 bathrooms. All of our rooms are private, which include 2 Master suites with private baths, perfect for couples or someone desiring a large space. We have many activities for our residents including Senior Yoga, Pet therapy, sing-alongs, group exercises, music therapy, and more. Our large backyard and pool area provide plenty of space to enjoy the outdoors, paths to stroll, and comfortable seating areas in the garden for our residents and their guests. To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Arizona Department of Health Services Public Health Licensing

"I toured McDowell Village. I liked that it seemed very clean and bright. The people who were in the lobby and recreation areas seemed happy. What I didn't like is that their dining facilities are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., but there are specific hours for breakfast, specific hours for lunch, and the same for dinner. When their dining room would be closed at least an hour earlier, I usually eat dinner, and the breakfast closed too early, so that would be difficult. My whole life, I've eaten dinner late. The other thing is, I looked at the one-bedroom apartment, and it's just too small for me and my two cats. There's one closet and so much more space spent in the kitchen area, a beautiful, lovely, full-service kitchen, which is quite a wasted space because most of one's meals would be taken in the dining room."

"We went at Paradise Valley and everything is good. Everything looked clean, neat, and orderly, but it's just wasn't for us. "