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The 10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Phoenix, AZ for 2024

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What to Consider About Memory Care in Phoenix

The Arizona Department of Health Services oversees memory care communities in Phoenix and all of the other senior care communities throughout Arizona. Licenses are issued by the department’s Bureau of Residential Facilities Licensing.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in Phoenix

  • Banner Alzheimer’s Institute has two locations in Phoenix where the city’s residents have access to the latest dementia treatments and therapies. 
  • Although most goods and services in Phoenix are more costly than in other areas of the country, health-related services generally cost 7.8% less than they do nationally
  • Phoenix’s climate is ideal for seniors who dislike humidity and the cold. The city averages 94 more sunny days than the national average, but it’s summer highs often reach the low 100s which may feel oppressively hot for some older adults.
  • Air Quality in the city is about 18% better than most areas around the country, but its water quality is about 20.7% lower than the national average.
  • Compared to national figures, Phoenix has a 49% higher rate of property crimes and a 65% higher rate of violent crimes. Over the last couple of decades, however, property crimes have steadily decreased and the city has seen significant reductions in murders and robberies.

Paying for Memory Care in Phoenix

Many seniors with dementia live at assisted living facilities where memory care is offered as a higher level of care, typically costing between 20-30% above the rate for assisted living. For comparison purposes, the following prices are based upon the relevant areas’ assisted living costs with an additional 25% to estimate average memory care prices. In Phoenix, that average is $4,969 a month.

The Cost of Memory Care in Nearby Cities

The average monthly cost of memory care in Phoenix is $31 less than the statewide average and $656 less than the median cost across the nation. Within the area, Yuma is the most affordable for memory care with an average cost of $4,750 followed by Tucson where the median cost of memory care is $5,063 a month. Prescott Valley, where memory care averages $5,625 a month, is the area’s costliest city.

Phoenix

$4,969

Arizona

$5,000

The United States

$5,625

Prescott Valley

$5,625

Yuma

$4,750

Tucson

$5,063

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

In Phoenix, memory care usually costs about $2,802 more per month than adult day care and $994 more than assisted living. Homemaker Services and home health aide have the same average cost, $5,958 a month, and for nursing home care, Phoenix’s seniors spend about $6,418 a month for a private room and $7,908 for a semiprivate room.

Homemaker Services

$5,958

Home Health Aide

$5,958

Adult Day Health Care

$2,167

Assisted Living Facility

$3,975

Memory Care

$4,969

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$6,418

Nursing Home Facility (private room)

$7,908

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Phoenix

In Phoenix, there are options for seniors who need financial assistance paying for Memory Care. For more information about other options, who qualifies, and how to apply, Memory Care in Arizona page.

More ways to pay for memory care in Arizona

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 Phoenix

The following organizations offer programs and services that may help older adults and their families find the best memory care facility for their needs and pay for care. Research organizations devoted to developing new treatments for dementia are also included.

ResourceContactService
Area Agency on Aging(888) 264-2258The Phoenix A.A.A. manages a wealth of programs catering to the wellbeing of seniors. Families caring for their loved ones can apply to the Family Caregiver Support Program for respite care and other assistance, while the A.A.A.'s care coordination services may help seniors begin receiving home and community-based care services within 48 hours.
Long Term Care Ombudsman(602) 264-2255If families suspect that their loved ones living in memory care facilities are being neglected, abused or prevented from exercising the rights entitled to them, they can reach out to the Long Term Care Ombudsman for assistance investigating and resolving matters. Ombudsmen also help residents by informing them about local care communities and ways to pay for care.
Alzheimer's Association Desert Southwest Chapter(602) 528-0545The Alzheimer's Association Desert Southwest Chapter is committed to helping cure dementia and supporting seniors and their families who must overcome the disease's challenges. The organization hosts ongoing classes to educate the community on Alzheimer's and it can connect families with local programs and resources designed to help their loved ones thrive despite their challenges.

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Phoenix

Phoenix Memory Care Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Memory Care Facilities in Arizona are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Arizona page for more information about these laws.

Laws and Regulations for Memory Care in Arizona

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Brian

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Compassionate Senior Care LLC

My father has moved into Compassionate Senior Care LLC. It's an exceptionally good place. He's in memory care. It was the first one that we went to, and when we stepped in the door, it was like the...

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Memory Care

Larry

I visited this facility

Review of MorningStar at Arcadia

We toured MorningStar Assisted Living and Memory Care at Arcadia. The memory care is on the second floor I believe, and they had two balconies with little gardens to get fresh air for them. The...

Provider response

Hi Larry, thank you for taking the time to visit MorningStar Assisted Living and Memory Care at Arcadia. We appreciate your feedback and kind words!

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Memory Care

Michelle

I visited this facility

Review of Brookdale Desert Ridge

Brookdale Desert Ridge was fine. It was very middle of the road. It seemed to be depressing. It was stark. There was no view. It was clean. The shower was not amenable to somebody in memory care....

Provider response

We appreciate you taking the time to visit and share your feedback. We are committed to quality service and care and will review your feedback with our management team.

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