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By offering a mix of high-quality medical institutions, a healthy variety of care communities for seniors, a plethora of activities around town, luxury lifestyle offerings, and sunny weather year-round, Scottsdale, Arizona, has quickly become one of the top three retirement venues in the country.

In fact, seniors who are living with memory loss conditions such as dementia can find a pleasant and engaging home at one of Scottsdale’s many memory care facilities. These communities offer highly specialized living arrangements for seniors experiencing Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, and similar conditions. Within these memory care facilities, seniors with memory loss can relax in a safe and secure environment staffed with trained professionals who can meet their nuanced needs.

In this guide to memory care facilities in Scottsdale, we’ll cover the ins and outs of 36 A Place for Mom-partnered memory care communities — all of which are located within 10 miles of the downtown area. We’ll outline information about average monthly living fees at these communities, payment methods, and pertinent laws and regulations. We’ll also give you a broad overview of what you can expect from the area’s memory care market as well as transport options and activities around town that seniors and their families can enjoy.

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11 Video available
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9.9
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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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11 Video available
77 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.8
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78 reviews
9.8
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78 reviews
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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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88 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.8
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43 reviews
9.8
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43 reviews
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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.
The premier senior living community in Scottsdale, Arizona, Lone Mountain Memory Care is a new community known for its high-quality care. We are privately owned and operated by Spectrum Retirement Communities, LLC. That means we design, build and run all of our communities ourselves, so when you...
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9.6
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29 reviews
9.6
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The Activities Director, the Marketing Director, the Community Relations Counselor and the Transportation Department at Acoya Troon are superb. They stand out in the Assistent Living arena. The energy 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.
Introducing ACOYA Scottsdale at Troon:A stunningly beautiful retirement community with a novel approach to life.Welcome to ACOYA, a dynamic community of lifestyle amenities, concierge services and striking desert beauty. Here, you’ll live just steps away from the Pinnacle Peak trailhead in one of...
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99 Floor plans available
9.5
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113 reviews
9.5
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113 reviews
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The staff get s 10. What we like the most about the community is that it is near my family; all apartments are licensed for both Independent and Assisted Living; the price is right.
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.
Our luxurious, resort-style community is situated in a residential neighborhood in North Scottsdale with stunning mountain views and kaleidoscopic sunsets. We're within walking distance of shopping, dining and banking less than 20 miles from downtown Phoenix. Atria Park of Sierra Pointe has...
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9.5
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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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66 Photos available
9.4
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46 reviews
9.4
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The staff treats the residents like family. They are very close knit. The new management seems to be making positive changes and refreshing by the place. Food has always been good there. It's not too big and...
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.
Located just minutes from historic Old Town Scottsdale, The Gardens of Scottsdale sits in the heart of one of 'America's Most Livable Cities' near two major Arizona State Routes. We pride ourselves in our commitment to preserve dignity, nurture the spirits of our residents, celebrate...
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77 Floor plans available
9.4
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I came to Andara 4 years ago and each year has better than the previous. I am very impressed with the quality of people including the staff,. I highly recommend Andara to many people. I have been an...
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.
Andara is the premier Scottsdale, Arizona 5-Star luxury community providing both Independent and Assisted Living. Featuring finely carved woods, rich carpets, custom furniture, and Art Deco designs throughout the community. Residents here are very active, enjoy Josephine’s Café Sunset Socials,...
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99 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.4
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This has been a great place since I moved in a for years back. The new owners are making great changes. The food is excellent and the staff is friendly.
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.
Truewood by Merrill, Scottsdale is in the vibrant heart of Scottsdale, with easy access to Phoenix, Mesa, and Tempe, Arizona. It truly is at the center of it all, near shopping, restaurants, and world-class medical centers. Truewood by Merrill, Scottsdale is a beautiful place to live with a...
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11 Video available
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44 Floor plans available
9.4
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103 reviews
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Nice and clean place. Good, qualified and friendly staff. Fresh baked cookies daily which the residents love. Administrative and nursing g personnel easily available for questions and or concerns. Front desk...
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 HomeAre you ready to redefine independence? If so, our assisted living and memory care community in Scottsdale, Arizona is ready to welcome you with open arms. You’ll find that once you let go of the cumbersome chores like home maintenance and cleaning, you will have ample time to...
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9.3
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38 reviews
9.3
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38 reviews
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I was there visiting my mom this week. What a wonderful group of people in that staff, led by [name removed], [name removed], [name removed], and the rest of the fabulous staff. They engage all the residents...
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.
Nestled in the heart of an established, quiet neighborhood on a 22-acre campus in North Scottsdale, Pueblo Norte Senior Living Community offers a unique blend of residential and health care services that have provided a continuum of care to area seniors for almost 30 years. A large number of our...
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11 Video available
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44 Floor plans available
9.2
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We chose The Springs of Scottsdale because of the proximity to family & friends in Scottsdale area & value proposition. Messages left for management via whomever answer the phone are not often returned. 2nd...
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 Springs is a beautiful property where you could be proud to call it 'home' with lovely furnishings throughout and an elegant dining room with delicious meals served. Affordable too! The Springs of Scottsdale is known for it's cleanliness and it's caring staff. Our Food Director prepares a...
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11 Video available
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8.5
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8.5
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The food is excellent. I'm very satisfied here. Excellent location in Scottsdale. Activities are plentiful and varied. Card playing is my favorite. Exercise classes are excellent. Teachers understand this...
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.
Welcome to The Ranch Estates at Scottsdale! If you're looking for a community that understands and honors you as a unique individual, you've come to the right place. We understand you probably have many questions, and we're here to help make the process as simple and straightforward as possible....
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11 Video available
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66 Floor plans available
8.4
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I believe that [name removed] is very happy with the social community, the staff, the food and the activities. Yes I would recommend to others.
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.
Welcome to Legacy Village of Salt River, recent recipient of the APFM "Best of Senior Living" 2023 award/recognition (2nd year). Open since 2021, Legacy Village of Salt River, a premier senior living community, provides independent living, assisted living and memory care services, while "Serving...
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Photo of Scottsdale Village Square, A Pacifica Senior Living Community
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77 Floor plans available
8.2
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[name removed] did a good job of working with us to get moved in on a tight timeline. He worked with ALTCS to get my mom's payment set up right away. He helped get them a unit that was useful for my dad,...
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.
Welcome to Scottsdale Village Square, an award-winning Pacifica Senior Living community in Scottsdale, AZ, created to be an oasis of comfort that anyone can enjoy. We offer Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Skilled Nursing services for all seniors looking for a place that...
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11 Video available
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1111 Floor plans available
8.0
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66 reviews
8.0
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66 reviews
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Staff is very attentive and friendly. They have made my dad feel welcomed and at home. Beautiful, clean facility that decorates for all the holidays. My dad enjoys the activities and entertainment on a daily...
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.
Belmont Village Scottsdale is conveniently situated in the center of several world-class health care facilities, including Scottsdale Healthcare Shea Medical Center, Scottsdale Healthcare Thompson Peak Hospital, Mayo Clinic, and Mayo Hospital in North Phoenix. Abundant shopping, restaurants and...
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11 Video available
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22 Floor plans available
9.2
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121 reviews
9.2
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121 reviews
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A mixed bag, mostly good. Staff and residents very friendly, very nice, staff very helpful. Food is very good, and a good variety. Apartment size is good for me. Wear and tear on the apartment is evident,...
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 our independent, assisted living and memory care community in Phoenix, Arizona, you can enjoy all the comforts of retirement without the burdens of home ownership, cleaning, cooking, and more. Instead of wasting your energy on the responsibilities you’ve carried for decades, you can wake up...
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55 Floor plans available
9.1
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51 reviews
9.1
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51 reviews
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Staff are very friendly and engaged, taking an interest to personally know the residents. Activities seem varied with a lot of areas to gather. Cleanliness is very high. Food is OK. It offers great amenities...
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.
These Are The Best YearsThe seniors you see here may be part of our assisted living and memory care community in Phoenix, but we like to think of them as family. Each and every person who walks through our door is an individual with a unique story and background, and a host of personal interests....
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11 Video available
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55 Floor plans available
8.8
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81 reviews
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Most everyone is helpful and willing to work with you. The main reasons we chose this facility over others was because of the private room he was able to get and it is a pet friendly facility so he could ...
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.
We offer a distinctive approach to specialized memory care and assisted living, which builds on already more than ten years of dedicated service. Our grounds are beautifully manicured and maintained with walking paths, shaded seating areas, and views for enjoying the outdoors and seating areas...
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1010 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.7
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57 reviews
8.7
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We have had mom at Morningstar for 2 months. Pros: right size community with attentive and compassionate people. Apartments are well maintained, modern and clean. Many options for activities and physical...
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.
Assisted LivingFor our Assisted Living residents, MorningStar offers four levels of help with the activities of daily living: minimal; moderate; more frequent and intensive; and extensive. In all cases, around-the-clock Care Managers ensure your safety and meet your needs.It is our staff's...
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55 Photos available
1111 Floor plans available
8.6
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34 reviews
8.6
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34 reviews
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Living at Fountain View Village has been a great choice for us. We are getting the best of everything: facitilities, location, good food, and super great service. We have great experiences from the front...
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.
Fountain View Village opened our doors in 2001. We have provided services to the senior community for over 25 years. 5 years ago we were purchased by Focus Healthcare Partners out of Chicago and Life Care Services out of Des Moines. Life Care Services (LCS) is the management company overseeing...
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8.5
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2 reviews
8.5
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My dad is not much of an activities guy so I can't speak to that but the staff from the aides and nurses, restaurant staff, maintenance to executive staff have all been fantastic. The facility is always...
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.
When you choose Clearwater Mayo Blvd in Phoenix, Arizona, you’re choosing the best possible life for yourself or your loved one. This senior living community isn’t just a welcoming home – it’s practically a whole neighborhood by itself. You’ll enjoy a host of resort-style services and amenities,...
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44 Floor plans available
8.0
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8.0
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3 reviews
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All are a 5. My loved one is quite happy there and participates in many activities as there is such a variety. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would absolutely recommend Sagewood Desert Willow...
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.
Sagewood Acacia Healthcare is managed by Life Care Services®, An LCS® Company. Life Care Services ranked highest in customer satisfaction in the J.D. Power 2019 Senior Living Study and achieved the highest score in all seven study factors: resident services and activities; community staff; food...
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8.0
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14 reviews
8.0
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14 reviews
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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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I have been a resident of Vi@ Silverstone for seven plus years; [date removed] The life style at this senior resort resembles sailing on a luxury cruise ship with daily excursions followed by cocktail...
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.
Vi at Silverstone, a Vi and Plaza Companies Community in north Scottsdale and located north of Phoenix, is a Life Plan Community, also known as a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC). Vi at Silverstone is part of a 165-acre master-planned community on the former site of the Rawhide Western...
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Our methodology

How we rank order the Scottsdale community options above

We developed a proprietary recommendation system that orders Scottsdale community options based on factors we know are important to seniors and their families:

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  • Availability of recent, high-quality reviews
  • The amount of detailed community information available

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Costs of memory care in the Scottsdale area

On average, residents at Scottsdale’s memory care facilities that partner with A Place for Mom pay $5,414 per month for their stays.[02] This pricing comes from A Place for Mom’s proprietary data and reflects varying floor plans and amenities. Likewise, it also includes access to tailored in-house health care, including full medication management, on-site nursing, and visiting health professionals. Because this cost is an average, however, your loved one’s individual memory care costs may vary depending on a facility’s location as well as their care requirements and chosen floor plan, layout, and add-on services.

The following costs represent average baseline costs for assisted living in the area without any add-on fees.

Memory care costs in Scottsdale, AZ, vs. nearby cities

Scottsdale, AZ
$4,538/mo
$4,509/mo

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

Scottsdale, AZ
$4,538/mo
$4,493/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,538/mo

Memory care costs in Scottsdale, AZ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,768/mo
Studio
$5,340/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,666/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,463/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,090/mo

Senior living costs in Scottsdale 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: Scottsdale, AZ
Column state: Arizona
Column national: U.S.
Community typeScottsdale, AZArizonaU.S.
Memory Care$4,538/mo$4,493/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$3,743/mo$3,762/mo$4,557/mo
Independent Living$3,766/mo$3,744/mo$4,016/mo
Memory Care
Scottsdale, AZ:$4,538/mo
Arizona:$4,493/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Scottsdale, AZ:$3,743/mo
Arizona:$3,762/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Independent Living
Scottsdale, AZ:$3,766/mo
Arizona:$3,744/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Memory care costs in Scottsdale, AZ, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Scottsdale 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.

Scottsdale, AZAZ stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Scottsdale, AZ

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Scottsdale 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
Scottsdale, AZ$6,130/mo$7,052/mo-13.1%
Arizona$6,148/mo$5,910/mo+4.0%
National$6,504/mo$6,180/mo+5.2%
Scottsdale, AZ
2024 average cost:$6,130/mo
2023 average cost:$7,052/mo
Percent change:-13.1%
Arizona
2024 average cost:$6,148/mo
2023 average cost:$5,910/mo
Percent change:+4.0%
National
2024 average cost:$6,504/mo
2023 average cost:$6,180/mo
Percent change:+5.2%
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What families are saying about memory care in Scottsdale

Recent reviews for memory care in Scottsdale

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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Scottsdale review score based on 280 family reviews

8.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 280 reviews of 51 Scottsdale memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Scottsdale 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

Scottsdale review score compared against nearby cities

8.8
Scottsdale, AZ51 facilities
8.1
Fountain Hills, AZ23 facilities
8.3
Carefree, AZ498 facilities

Review subcategories for Scottsdale 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 280 reviews of 51 Scottsdale memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Scottsdale 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.
Scottsdale, AZ averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.1
Friendliness
4.3
4.3
Care services
3.7
3.9
Staff
4.2
4.1
Meals & dining
3.8
3.8
Activities
4.0
3.8
Value for cost*
4.0
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

How people pay for memory care in Scottsdale

When it comes to paying for a memory care stay in Scottsdale, families have a few options at their disposal. Many residents and families prefer paying via private income sources, but others opt to use additional benefits to cover their fees.

In this section, we’ll provide more information about the payment methods available to families: private payment, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits, Medicaid, and Medicare.

Private pay methods

In Scottsdale, many seniors and their loved ones rely on at least some private funding to pay for their memory care stays. This could include funds from savings accounts, Social Security benefits, pensions, returns on retirement or investment accounts, and inheritances. However, you can also consider the following resources:

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VA benefits
13764

Number of veterans who live in Scottsdale, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

About 44% of Scottsdale veterans are 75 or older, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

Using VA benefits to pay for memory care in Scottsdale

Is your loved one a veteran? If so, they may be eligible for benefits provided by the VA that could help defray their memory care costs. However, you should be sure to reach out to a dedicated veterans services officer before applying for these benefits. These VA-vetted individuals are there to help families navigate the complex world of VA benefits, and chatting with them is critical to ensuring your loved one receives all of the aid they’re qualified for.

Here, A Place for Mom will share more information about VA programs that could help you cover a loved one’s memory care fees. We’ll also cover local organizations who are there to help vets and their families when it comes to understanding the benefits they’re entitled to.

VA and tax benefits for vets

If your loved one receives a VA Pension already, it’s worth looking into the VA’s Aid and Attendance benefit. Aid and Attendance can help cover senior care costs by increasing payments made to VA Pensions, and this extra funding can then be spent on in-home care services that improve the vet’s quality of life in a memory care community.

The Grand Canyon State also offers veterans useful tax benefits that could grant them the savings needed to stay in a memory care facility: Arizona doesn’t tax military retirement payments, and Maricopa County allows personal tax exemptions for vets living with a disability who received an honorable discharge.

Reaching out to local VBCs

Arizona’s veterans services officers are called Veteran Benefits Counselors (VBCs). There are more than 50 of these individuals statewide who are there to assist vets and their families with navigating the VA benefits system. Because they can help uncover VA benefits a vet might qualify for that they might not otherwise be aware of, we highly recommend reaching out to a local VBC.

Local organizations helping Scottsdale’s vets

Phoenix, located just a 12-mile drive from Scottsdale, has a dedicated Veterans Administration Regional Benefit Office that can help vets and their families with any benefits-related concerns. It can also put vets in touch with the right expert to answer their questions, if needed.

Of course, seniors also have access to a host of veterans organizations in Scottsdale that aren’t government affiliated. Besides offering a sense of community, Scottsdale’s American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), and Disabled American Veterans (DAV) chapters can help answer questions or concerns surrounding VA benefits.

Resources for Scottsdale veterans

Government offices, VBCs, and veteran resources

Veterans Benefits Administration Regional Office
3333 N. Central Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85012
Phone: 800-827-1000
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

 

Arizona Department of Veterans’ Services (VBCs)
3839 N. Third St.
Phoenix, AZ 85012
Phone: 602-535-1215
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

American Legion Sipe-Peterson Post 44
7145 E. Second St.
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Phone: 480-941-0130

VFW Stanley A Crews Post 3513
7220 E. Wilshire Drive
Scottsdale, AZ 85257
Phone: 480-941-9849

DAV Department of Arizona
38 W. Dunlap Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85021
Phone: 602-678-0333
Email: admin@az-dav.org

Medicaid

Seniors or their loved ones who are looking into Scottsdale’s memory care facilities have Medicaid as a potential payment option. This health insurance program is for low-income seniors who meet certain income restrictions, and Arizona’s Medicaid program is known as the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS).

Although Medicaid will cover some memory care costs, the AHCCCS won’t pay for custodial costs within memory care facilities (like room and board), but it does use the Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waiver programs to cover in-home health services designated as medically necessary.

AHCCCS eligibility requirements for individuals — including income limits — are available either on this page or in this guide. Seniors who need to apply for Medicaid in Arizona can use the Health-e-Arizona website or fill out and send in a paper application.

If you need help understanding whether your loved one might qualify for Medicaid or how to best take advantage of their current Medicaid coverage, it’s best to contact the local AHCCCS office. Likewise, the Area Agency on Aging (AAA) can address your Medicaid questions and tell you about other relevant programs a loved one could qualify for. Lastly, the dedicated Medicaid ombudsman may be useful to reach out to for guidance.

Scottsdale resident Medicaid resources

Local Medicaid resources ombudsman

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

AAA Region 1, Incorporated
1366 E. Thomas Road, Suite 108
Phoenix, AZ 85014
Phone: 602-264-2255
Email: info@aaaphx.org

Joanne MacDonnell (Medicaid ombudsman)
2020 N. Central Ave., Suite 570
Phoenix, AZ 85004
Phone: 602-277-7292
Email: ombuds@azoca.gov
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Medicare

Medicare is a health insurance program for individuals 65 and older that’s offered through the federal government, and it’s another potential way to pay for memory care stays. Although Medicare doesn’t cover custodial costs in these communities such as room and board, it can pay for medically necessary in-home care needs.

Individuals living with dementia may also qualify for Medicare’s Advantage Value-Based Insurance Design (VBID) Model. This is meant to ensure patients experiencing chronic conditions receive additional support, such as cost-sharing and special Medicare Advantage plans.

If you’d like to learn more about Medicare, the program has this helpful portal, which includes information on qualifications and the application process. Those who are interested in applying for Medicare can do so in person at a local Security Administration (SSA) office or fill out an online application.

What types of care will Medicare cover?

Medicare has two major components: Part A, its hospital insurance, and Part B, the plan’s medical insurance. The former will cover services such as inpatient care in hospitals, psychiatric treatment, in-home care, and care at skilled nursing facilities, and the latter will pay for services such as outpatient care, diagnostic radiology, and some preventive services. Through these parts of Medicare, recipients can generally get diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, and care planning for any stage of Alzheimer’s and other memory care conditions.[05]

More comprehensive information on other services Medicare will cover through its separate parts is available here.

Arizona Medicare resources

Arizona has many state and local resources available to help seniors and their families apply for and understand Medicare. This includes services from the Arizona Department of Economic Security’s (DES) Division of Aging and Adult Services, which is responsible for Arizona’s State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) and Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP). SHIP offers state residents free counseling on Medicare concerns. The SMP exists to help families and caregivers prevent and recognize Medicare fraud. Similarly, Health-e-Arizona is another state resource that can help residents understand the Medicare benefits they might qualify for.

If you’re more interested in receiving payment relief, however, Arizona’s Medicare Savings Program is your best bet. If they’re having trouble paying their Medicare bills, seniors may be able to receive assistance covering co-payments, premiums, and deductibles. The Medicare Savings Program’s eligibility requirements are available online.

Phoenix is home to an Area Agency on Aging (AAA) — another great resource for understanding Medicare eligibility and coverage that can also address other aging-related concerns. Maricopa County also has a Medicare booklet with more information on specific plans available to its residents.

Arizonans can reach out to Medicare ombudsmen by contacting the Arizona Ombudsman Citizens’ Aide. These individuals help seniors and their families with questions about Medicare.

Scottsdale resident Medicare resources

Government offices and local ombudsmen

Social Security Administration Office
16241 N. Tatum Blvd.
Phoenix, AZ 85032
Phone: 800-772-1213
Email: SF.RPA@ssa.gov
Hours: Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Arizona Department of Economic Security SHIP
Phone (confidential SHIP assistance helpline): 1-800-432-4040
Phone (Maricopa County lines): 602-280-1059 OR 800-432-4040

Health-e-Arizona
Phone: 855-432-7587
Email: SF.RPA@ssa.gov
Hours: Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. – 6 p.m.

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

AAA Region 1, Incorporated
1366 E. Thomas Road, Suite 108
Phoenix, AZ 85014
Phone: 602-264-2255
Email: info@aaaphx.org

Arizona Ombudsman Citizens’ Aide
2020 N. Central Ave., Suite 570
Phoenix, AZ 85004
Phone: 602-277-7292
Fax: 602-277-7312
E-mail: ombuds@azoca.gov

Understand Arizona laws and regulations for memory care facilities

Memory care communities in Arizona are both licensed and regulated by the state’s Department of Health Services (DHS) — and more specifically, by its Bureau of Residential Facilities Licensing. This is because Arizona’s memory care facilities are grouped under the “residential care institutions” umbrella.

The DHS’s Division of Licensing Services is also responsible for inspecting memory care facilities to make sure they align with Arizona’s regulations. Inspections generally happen once every two years. However, the Division of Licensing Services may increase this frequency if it receives complaints about a facility or believes that it’s not compliant.

When inspecting a memory care facility, DHS surveyors will consider factors such as:

  • Staffing ratios
  • Quality of care offered to residents
  • Medication management
  • Nutrition and meals
  • Residents’ physical environments

Additionally, inspectors can also opt to carry out interviews with staffers and facility residents, examine related records and documents, and gauge the quality of provided care.

If the DHS finds that a facility is deficient or noncompliant with state regulations, it’s required to take corrective action and address any issues. Failure to comply can result in additional enforcement actions or penalties. Licensing and inspection records for Arizona’s memory care communities can be found on this DHS page.

Additional requirements for memory care facilities

Arizona does have regulations that are specific to its memory care facilities that these communities must adhere to:

  • Staff-to-patient ratio: Although Arizona doesn’t have a minimum staff-to-resident ratio, sufficient staff must be present at all times to offer care to residents. Besides this, the state mandates that at least one manager or skilled caregiver should be awake and working at all times.
  • Staffing and training regulations: Caregivers at the state’s memory care communities aren’t required to have dementia training. However, administrators at these facilities do undergo this specialized training.

Arizona Department of Health Services contact information
150 N. 18th Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85007
Phone: 602-542-1025
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

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 Scottsdale memory care facilities

Arizona’s memory care facilities do not have strict COVID-19 regulations they must follow. However, Arizona’s DHS does have official guidance for long-term care facilities on controlling the spread of COVID-19 and preventing outbreaks. Additionally, the city of Scottsdale has its own set of safety guidelines, and the DHS offers residents this guidance on COVID-19 best practices and keeps up to date with new information from the U.S. Centers of Disease Control and Prevention.

What to expect from memory care living in Scottsdale

Given its world-class health care options, lovely scenery and weather, and laid-back lifestyle, it’s no wonder why Scottsdale is home to many senior care — and memory care — communities. With an abundance of options, you’re sure to find an offering well-suited for your senior. In this section, we’ll share a bit more about what you can expect from Scottsdale’s memory care facilities.

All the space your senior needs

Scottsdale’s memory care facilities have a few different floor plans you can choose from depending on your senior’s individual needs and preferences. While some facilities offer cost-effective semi-private rooms great for social butterflies, seniors might be able to stay in studio apartments or even opt for one- or two-bedroom arrangements if they’d like a little more space.[02]

An engaging array of activities and common areas for residents

Scottsdale’s memory care communities are home to a variety of amenities meant to engage seniors with memory loss conditions: think opportunities to socialize and exercise their cognitive skills to common areas where they can relax and recharge. Specific amenities and offerings vary depending on the facility a senior is in, but some examples are below:[02]

  • Activities directors: Most of our partner communities hire dedicated activities directors who plan and schedule opportunities for residents to have some fun. At memory care facilities, activities directors will often make a note of scheduling events tailored to seniors with memory loss that can help them maintain cognitive function.
  • Arts and crafts centers: For seniors who are more on the artsy side, dedicated arts and crafts centers will help them scratch that creative itch.
  • TV lounges: Seniors can catch up on their programs and socialize with other residents at dedicated TV lounges.
  • Enclosed courtyards and outdoor walking paths: Communities with memory care in mind will often have enclosed courtyards and secure walking paths. This allows residents to get some fresh air and sunlight while staying safe and on the premises.
  • Main Street-style shops: If your senior loves a bit of “retail therapy,” some memory care communities in the area offer a “Main Street” with shops they can browse.

Opportunities for care continuity

If you’re concerned about a senior’s care needs changing and increasing, you’ll be happy to know that the vast majority of the city’s memory care facilities that partner with A Place for Mom offer a combination of care types under one roof.

Two facilities are standalone memory care communities, but these are other options you might consider:[02]

  • Eight communities combine assisted living with memory care.
  • Nine communities offer assisted living, independent living, and memory care — a highly progressive care classification.
  • Three are combination adult daycares, group homes, and memory care facilities.
  • Fourteen facilities are both group homes and memory care facilities.

Scottsdale memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Scottsdale memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Scottsdale, 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 Scottsdale 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 Scottsdale that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Scottsdale, AZNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
62.7%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
47.1%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.1%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
64.7%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
35.3%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.1%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
41.2%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
60.8%
74%
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 Scottsdale 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 Scottsdale Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Scottsdale, AZNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
56.9%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
47.1%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
51%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
27.5%
27.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Scottsdale 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 Scottsdale partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Scottsdale, AZNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27.5%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
52.9%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
54.9%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
49%
51%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
29.4%
17%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Scottsdale 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 Scottsdale communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Scottsdale, AZNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
49%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
52.9%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
51%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
27.5%
23.3%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Scottsdale 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 Scottsdale offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Scottsdale, AZNational
Activity director
Activity director
58.8%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
49%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.3%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60.8%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.7%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.7%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
51%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
52.9%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
51%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.7%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
62.7%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
41.2%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
47.1%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.7%
47.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

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58,627

Number of seniors over the age of 65 currently living in Scottsdale, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

25%
Percentage of seniors 65 and older within the Scottsdale population, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.
$84,244

Median annual income for Scottsdale seniors 65 and older, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

Health care for seniors in Scottsdale

Scottsdale has no shortage of high-quality health care options. We’ll share more details about the area’s best hospitals below.

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HonorHealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center

HonorHealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center is the eighth-best hospital in the state and a high performer across seven adult procedures and health conditions. This includes care it provides for prostate cancer, heart failure, and kidney failure.

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Mayo Clinic of Phoenix

Scottsdale residents also have close access to one of the best medical institutions in the country: the Mayo Clinic. The Mayo Clinic’s location in Phoenix is both the city’s and Arizona’s top hospital and ranks nationally for 10 adult specialties. These include geriatrics, oncology, and orthopedics.

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Carl T. Hayden Veterans’ Administration Medical Center

The Carl T. Hayden Veterans’ Administration Medical Center offers both primary and specialty care to veterans residing in the Scottsdale area.

Transportation for seniors in Scottsdale

Many memory care facilities in the Scottsdale area provide transportation for seniors for medical appointments or supervised group outings. In fact, out of A Place for Mom’s 36 partner memory care communities in Scottsdale, 60% offer at-cost transportation services while 57% provide transportation to seniors as a complimentary perk.[02]

However, there are other transport options in the Scottsdale area that seniors and their families should know about. Please note that individuals with memory loss conditions should be accompanied by a caregiver when using the below services.

Valley Metro ADA Paratransit

The Valley Metro system serves the Phoenix metro area, including the city of Scottsdale. Besides operating a fleet of buses, a light rail system, streetcars, and vanpools, it offers accessible bus and rail services as well as door-to-door and curb-to-curb Paratransit service for qualifying individuals with disabilities. One-way rides are $4, and trips must be scheduled at least one day in advance.

Valley Metro RideChoice Program

Thanks to Valley Metro’s RideChoice, qualifying passengers can receive 20 eight-mile travel vouchers that renew monthly for ADA- and wheelchair-compliant vehicles. An eight-mile ride is $3, but participants must pay excess fees if their trip exceeds this distance.

Envoy

Envoy, which has a hub in Scottsdale, is a service that specializes in senior transport. It hires companions who undergo rigorous training on transporting seniors and providing the assistance necessary to safely transition individuals into and out of vehicles. The Dementia Society of America has also awarded Envoy a Dementia SMART Gold Award.

Senior activities in Scottsdale

Scottsdale, Arizona, is known for its picturesque views of the Sonoran Desert, luxury lifestyle offerings, and vibrant arts and culture scene, but it’s also home to plenty of calming activities seniors with memory care conditions and their caregivers can enjoy.

If your senior loved one has always enjoyed the great outdoors, why not bring them for a visit to Cactus Park? This local favorite features 17 acres of greenery where visitors can take in nature and relax, but it also features bench seating and three ramadas for picnics and outings, two of which are reservable. The park is open from sunrise until 10:30 p.m.

If viewing wildlife is more up their alley, however, Butterfly Wonderland is a stellar choice for seniors with memory care conditions. Besides being the largest butterfly conservatory in the country, it’s also a designated Pal Place — meaning it’s taken special steps to accommodate guests with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Visitors to Butterfly Wonderland can watch thousands of butterflies from up to 70 different species mingle, learn all about honeybees, check out the conservatory’s friendly reptiles and amphibians, and more.

As a premier cultural hub, Scottsdale is also home to plenty of museums. Consider taking your senior on a tour to Taliesin West, famed architect Frank Lloyd Wright’s winter residence as well as a UNESCO World Heritage site and National Historic Landmark. Although many visitors to Taliesin West opt for a guided tour, audio-only tours are also available. Guests with special needs or requests with questions about accommodations can contact Taliesin West’s tour department by phone at (480) 627-5375 or via email at dyeaw@franklloydwright.org.

Scottsdale’s Smithsonian-affiliated Western Spirit can provide more great learning moments. Self-guided audio tours are available at this museum, which covers Western history and Indigenous culture.

Looking for something a bit more social? Oakwood Creative Care’s Dementia Hub hosts a Memory Café in nearby Mesa, Arizona. This is a hybrid engagement opportunity for people living with dementia (and other memory care conditions) and support group for their dedicated caregivers. At each Memory Café event, attendees can enjoy a coffee and pastry and socialize with other participants before breaking off into either a caregiver support group or class for people with dementia. Memory Café is held on Wednesdays from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. and is free for all.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

McDowell Village, Sunrise of Scottsdale and Lone Mountain Memory Care are the top-rated Memory Care facilities near Scottsdale, AZ. These Memory Care facilities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews. See full list of communities.
The average cost of Memory Care in Scottsdale is $4,538 per month. This cost may vary based on location, amenities, floorplan, level of care and other factors.

References

  1. KTAR News. (2021, September 9). Scottsdale ranked as one of best US cities for retirement, WalletHub says.

  2. A Place for Mom. (2023). A Place for Mom proprietary data.

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

  4. United States Census Bureau. (2021). Age and Sex (S0101) [Data Set]. American Community Survey.

  5. U.S. News and World Report. (n.d.). HonorHealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center.

  6. U.S. News and World Report. (n.d.). Mayo Clinic-Phoenix.

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A Place for Mom. (2023). A Place for Mom proprietary data.

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

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United States Census Bureau. (2021). Age and Sex (S0101) [Data Set]. American Community Survey.

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U.S. News and World Report. (n.d.). HonorHealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center.

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U.S. News and World Report. (n.d.). Mayo Clinic-Phoenix.