The 10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Maricopa County, AZ for 2024
Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Maricopa County, AZ below include 100 memory care communities with 429... To support you in your search, our Family Advisors are standing by to provide you with a free, no-obligation care and budget consultation. reviews. On average in Maricopa County, residents and their loved ones rate memory care options 4.4 out of 5 stars.
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- Memory Care Facilities in Maricopa County, AZ
- What to Consider About Memory Care in Maricopa County
- Paying for Memory Care in Maricopa County
- Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Maricopa County
- Free Memory Care Resources in Maricopa County
- Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Maricopa County
- Reviews of Communities Nearby
What to Consider About Memory Care in Maricopa County
With 4.3 million residents, including 636,400 senior citizens, Maricopa is one of the nation's most populous counties. As the number of seniors increases locally and statewide, Alzheimer's disease has become an important public health concern. Between 2015 and 2025, Arizona is expected to experience the nation's second largest increase in dementia cases. Already, officials estimate that more than 50,000 adults in Maricopa County are living with these impairments, which means that demand for memory care is likely to rise.Â
Thanks to Maricopa County's metropolitan location, local residents who require these services for their loved ones may choose from more than 100 memory care facilities that are licensed by the Arizona Department of Health Services.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in
- Seniors living in Maricopa County must be vigilant about their respiratory health. The American Lung Association gave the county's air quality an "F" grade based on the high concentration of pollution. The county is also home to Phoenix, which is one of the 20 worst cities for ozone pollution and particulates.
- Intense summer heat affects the area's air quality and livability. Like other parts of Arizona, summer temperatures in Maricopa County regularly reach 105 degrees. Older adults who are sensitive to extreme temperatures may need to take special precautions during the warm season.
- Maricopa County is home to many world-class medical facilities, including those specializing in brain health and dementia care, such as St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, the Mayo Clinic-Phoenix and the Banner Heart Hospital, in the event of medical emergencies or illnesses.Â
- Overall, the county offers fixed-income residents a reasonable cost of living that's just 6 percent above the state average. Housing costs are almost 40 percent higher than the U.S. median, yet healthcare costs and most other essential expenses are almost even with the U.S. baseline, which may benefit those who have high expenses or ongoing medical bills.
Paying for Memory Care in Maricopa County
Memory Care costs in Maricopa County start around $5,297 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,694 per month.
It’s important to note that memory care rates in Maricopa County and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.
Counties in Arizona
Yavapai County
$6,547
US
$5,694
Maricopa County
$5,297
Pima County
$5,259
Yuma County
$4,925
Pinal County
$4,100
Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Maricopa County
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Memory Care in Arizona page.
More Ways to Pay for Memory Care
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Arizona page.
Free Memory Care Resources in Maricopa County
Maricopa County and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in a memory care community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.
To see a list of free memory care resources in Maricopa County, please visit our Memory Care in Arizona page.
Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Maricopa County
Maricopa County-area memory care communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all memory care communities in Arizona are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Arizona page for more information about these laws.
Reviews of Communities Nearby
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Anonymous
1.0
Review of Hacienda Del Rey
I have not been happy with some of the processes on the business side of things. I was happy to learn that the facility was being acquired by another company. However, the grass isn’t always...
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Reviewer#ET1012b
5.0
Review of Savanna House Assisted Living & Memory Care
My dad moved to Savanna House Assisted Living & Memory Care. The staff is very hands-on and caring. The gardens are very nice. They have three different communities, which is a very nice design. I...
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Eva13
5.0
Review of Adobe Country Gables
We toured Adobe Country Gables. It's a beautiful, massive house. It's a regular home, but it's big. It's a mansion. It's like eight bedrooms. It's very well put together. That wasn't the selling...