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Memory care in Desert Villas offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Desert Villas is about $4,565 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 78 communities, read 1144 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Photo of Villa Ocotillo Assisted Living and Memory Support
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My mother is so incredibly happy living in this great community. The staff have been so delightful to work with and the food was great when she first moved in, but it has been slightly declining. However I...
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 in the heart of Scottsdale, Villa Ocotillo offers a wonderful family atmosphere in a very comfortable center. We pride ourselves on providing care, customized to meet our residents' unique needs, regardless of income. From our walking club to water aerobics, ice cream socials to happy...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of Divine Mercy Adult Care
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of Legacy Of Hearts Assisted Living LLC
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of Desert Marigold Senior Living of Tempe
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Photo of South Mountain Assisted Living
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of Tranquil Living Care Home
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of San Judas Group Home
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of Nunnenkamp Center Friendship Village Tempe
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of Memory Care Assisted Living At Friendship Village Tempe
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Photo of Friendship Village Tempe
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1212 Floor plans available
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.
Memory Care at Friendship Village offers holistic support in a safe and serene environment. Our employees are specifically trained to focus on individuality, choice and the importance of companionship. Activities are planned to enhance socialization and self-worth. Sensory cues – memory boxes,...
Photo of Marriott's Village Oaks at Chandler
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Marriott's Village Oaks at Chandler offers assisted living for seniors in a warm and comfortable environment without being formal. A single story design makes it easier for residents to navigate and find their way. At Village Oaks, we have created Companion Living® to encourage our seniors to...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of Ana's Haven Adult Homecare
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of Solterra Senior Living
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I am really, really pleased with the Solterra. I think the staff has gone out of their way to accommodate my mom and her wishes. They follow through on everything. The activities are great. We have been...
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 provide Independent Living and assisted Living, as well as safe and secure enhanced memory care so you will never need to worry about moving.We offer upscale apartment homes and accommodations with services tailored to meet your individual needs. As a family-owned community, we are committed...
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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.
Arizona Senior Homes has been providing assisted living services since 1985. Our goal has always been to maintain the dignity and self sufficiency of our residents in a ‘home-like’ environments. We provide a campus of care. With six homes in one location it is possible for us to offer multiple...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
A great place to call home! At ALC, we honor the commitments we make to our residents and their families. Our goal is to enhance our resident’s quality of life by providing a warm, caring environment that fosters independence, dignity and choice of each resident. Our residents are often seen...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of Desert Haven Assisted Living Home
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of Mimosa Springs
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Burkeshire Retirement Hotel When it comes to enjoying life and relaxing in style, the Burkeshire Retirement Hotel, located in Phoenix, Arizona is the ideal choice in assisted living communities. Located near most of what the big city offers, but tucked into a residential area with a beautiful,...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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As a resident of Kivel Memory Unit my mother received fantastic care in the hands of wonderful staff members. She was constantly engaged by various activities through out the day and totally enjoyed their...
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.
Photo of Perpetual Help Assisted Living
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of Rose Court Senior Living
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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.
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Cost of memory care in Desert Villas, AZ

The average cost of senior living in Desert Villas is $4,565 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Goodyear, AZ with an average of $3,916 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Desert Villas, AZ vs. nearby cities

Desert Villas, AZ
$4,565/mo
$4,570/mo
$4,698/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Desert Villas, AZ vs. the state and national average

Desert Villas, AZ
$4,565/mo
$4,509/mo
U.S. national average
$4,839/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Desert Villas vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$4,565/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Desert Villas, AZ by room type

Semi-Private
$3,980/mo
Studio
$4,291/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,462/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,028/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,210/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Desert Villas over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Desert Villas

Recent reviews for memory care in Desert Villas

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!

Belmont Village Scottsdale

4.5
I placed my mother at Belmont Village, as she could not manage on her own at home after hospital and rehab visit. The entire staff was warm and welcoming !! They did everything possible to accommodate my mother in just a few days. The nurses and caregivers were consistently professional, ...
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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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Desert Villas review score based on 216 family reviews

7.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 216 reviews of 55 Desert Villas memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Desert Villas 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

Desert Villas review score compared against nearby cities

7.9
Desert Villas, AZ55 facilities
7.9
Guadalupe, AZ87 facilities
8.0
Tempe, AZ70 facilities

Review subcategories for Desert Villas 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 216 reviews of 55 Desert Villas memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Desert Villas 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.
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Cleanliness
4.6
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
3.6
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
4.1
4.0
Activities
4.0
3.9
Value for cost*
4.1
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Desert Villas memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Desert Villas memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Desert Villas, 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 Desert Villas 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 Desert Villas that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
52.7%
65.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
36.4%
48%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.5%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
58.2%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
38.2%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.4%
89.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
40%
61.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
65.5%
72.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Desert Villas 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 Desert Villas Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Desert Villas, AZNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
49.1%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
34.5%
45.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
38.2%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.5%
26.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Desert Villas 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 Desert Villas partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Desert Villas, AZNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.2%
27.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
44.1%
No sugar
No sugar
36.4%
41.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40%
49.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.5%
16.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Desert Villas 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 Desert Villas communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Desert Villas, AZNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
34.5%
31.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.8%
39.5%
Room service
Room service
36.4%
36.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.6%
22.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Desert Villas 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 Desert Villas offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
47.3%
45.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.5%
33.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.5%
28%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50.9%
54.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.5%
51.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
56.4%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
39.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.7%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.5%
36%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47.3%
47%
Live performances
Live performances
43.6%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
34.5%
30.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.6%
21.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.5%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

McDowell Village, Sunrise of Scottsdale and Acoya Troon by Cogir are the top-rated memory care facilities near Desert Villas, Arizona. See full list of communities.

There are 78 memory care facilities near Desert Villas, Arizona. See the full list.

The 78 memory care facilities near you in Desert Villas, Arizona typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Desert Villas, Arizona, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Desert Villas, Arizona, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in Desert Villas, Arizona ranges from $500 to $27500. The average Memory Care cost in Desert Villas, Arizona is $4,565. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Desert Villas, Arizona typically starts at $500. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.

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