The 10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Oro Valley, AZ for 2023
There are 28 Memory Care Facilities in the Oro Valley area, with 3 in Oro Valley and 25 nearby.
The average cost of memory care in Oro Valley is $5,325 per month. This is lower than the national median of $5,480. Cheaper nearby regions include Tucson with an average starting cost of $5,271.
To help you with your search, browse the 45 reviews below for memory care facilities in Oro Valley. On average, consumers rate memory care in Oro Valley 4.0 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Tucson with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.
Caring.com has helped thousands of families find high-quality senior care. To speak with one of our Family Advisors about memory care options and costs in Oro Valley, call (855) 863-8283.
Directory of Memory Care Facilities in Oro Valley, AZ
Brookdale Oro Valley
Catalina Springs Memory Care
The Watermark at Oro Valley
Atria Campana Del Rio
Brookdale Santa Catalina
Sunrise at River Road
Park Senior Villas - La Canada
Foothills Place
The Ranch Estates of Tucson
Copper Canyon Memory Care
Canyon View by Platinum Care Homes
Woodland Palms Assisted Living & Memo...
Oak Haven Assisted Living
The Hacienda at the River
La Sonora at Dove Mountain
The Cottages of Tucson
The Forum at Tucson
The Fountains at La Cholla
Pacifica Senior Living Tucson
The Groves on Pima St.
The Watermark at Continental Ranch
The Groves on Spring St.
BeeHive Homes of Marana
Via Elegante, Tucson Foothills, Luxur...
What to Consider About Memory Care in Oro Valley
Arizona has a large number of individuals living with memory-related illnesses. Over 130,000 people in this state have conditions such as dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. Oro Valley, AZ, has a small population of 44,350 residents. Of these residents, 29.4 percent are over the age of 65. Seniors living in Oro Valley who have dementia can receive dignified, quality care from eight assisted living facilities that offer what are known as directed care services. Qualified staff in these facilities provide tailored care for seniors who are unable to recognize danger, express their needs or make basic care decisions for themselves.
- The weather in Oro Valley has hot summers that average a high of 100 degrees in July but is also home to mild winters. With only one inch of snow and an average low of 38 degrees in January, seniors can sit outside and enjoy the sunshine most of the year round.
- Seniors with a respiratory illness may fare better in Oro Valley, and throughout Pima County, than the nearby Phoenix area. While Phoenix is considered the eighth most polluted city in the U.S., Oro Valley has a fairly good ozone score of C and an excellent Particle Pollution rating of A according to the American Lung Association.
- Families and the seniors they care for can make their budgets stretch further in Oro Valley. Thanks to Arizona’s low 0.8 percent tax rate and no social security tax it may be easier for individuals to afford basic needs.
- Residents of Oro Valley enjoy a crime rate that is markedly lower than the rest of the nation. The rate of violent crime in Oro Valley is only 20.7 out of 100 compared with the nation’s 31.1 average (one being the safest). Property crime is also decent at nearly 10 points lower than the U.S. 38.1 average.
Paying for Memory Care in Oro Valley
Average Monthly Costs
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Memory Care costs in Oro Valley start around $5,325 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,663 per month.
It’s important to note that memory care rates in Oro Valley and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.
Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Oro Valley
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Memory Care in Arizona page.
More Ways to Pay for Memory Care
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Arizona page.
Free Memory Care Resources in Oro Valley
Oro Valley and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in a memory care community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.
To see a list of free memory care resources in Oro Valley, please visit our Memory Care in Arizona page.
Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Oro Valley
Oro Valley-area memory care communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all memory care communities in Arizona are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Arizona page for more information about these laws.
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Recent Reviews of Memory Care in Oro Valley
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Review of Brookdale Oro Valley
Brookdale Oro Valley was clean. It looked like they kept their residents engaged. It was nice. I was looking for a room where both of my parents can be together, so I guess that's a shared room. I ... Read more
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Review of Brookdale Oro Valley
We chose Brookdale Oro Valley because it felt like home. It is a very loving community. It is very, very good, and I am very happy. The staff are excellent. The food is also great; my husband loves... Read more
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Review of Catalina Springs Memory Care
I visited Catalina Springs, the apartment they were going to put my mother in was only 165 sq. ft., it was a Jack and Jill bathroom, and I felt very claustrophobic in the room. It was awful, and th... Read more
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