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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in San Tan Valley, AZ

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Memory care in San Tan Valley 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 San Tan Valley is about $4,251 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 41 communities, read 464 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

As you explore memory care near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like  You may also consider nearby communities such as Mesa, Gilbert and Chandler.

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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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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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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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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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Cost of memory care in San Tan Valley, AZ

The average cost of senior living in San Tan Valley is $4,251 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Eloy, AZ with an average of $3,981 per month.

Memory care costs in San Tan Valley, AZ, vs. nearby cities

San Tan Valley, AZ
$4,251/mo

Memory care costs in San Tan Valley, AZ, vs. state and national averages

San Tan Valley, AZ
$4,251/mo
$4,624/mo
U.S. national average
$5,004/mo

Memory care costs in San Tan Valley, AZ, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$4,251/mo

Memory care costs in San Tan Valley, AZ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,215/mo
Studio
$4,892/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,757/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,234/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,010/mo

Senior living costs in San Tan Valley 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: San Tan Valley, AZ
Column state: Arizona
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSan Tan Valley, AZArizonaU.S.
Memory Care$4,251/mo$4,624/mo$5,004/mo
Assisted Living$3,447/mo$3,910/mo$4,740/mo
Independent Living$3,585/mo$3,911/mo$4,203/mo
Memory Care
San Tan Valley, AZ:$4,251/mo
Arizona:$4,624/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Assisted Living
San Tan Valley, AZ:$3,447/mo
Arizona:$3,910/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Independent Living
San Tan Valley, AZ:$3,585/mo
Arizona:$3,911/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Memory care costs in San Tan Valley, AZ, over time

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

San Tan Valley, AZAZ stateNational

Memory care cost trends in San Tan Valley, AZ

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in San Tan Valley 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
San Tan Valley, AZ$6,388/mo$6,088/mo+4.9%
Arizona$6,021/mo$5,287/mo+13.9%
National$6,282/mo$5,847/mo+7.4%
San Tan Valley, AZ
2024 average cost:$6,388/mo
2023 average cost:$6,088/mo
Percent change:+4.9%
Arizona
2024 average cost:$6,021/mo
2023 average cost:$5,287/mo
Percent change:+13.9%
National
2024 average cost:$6,282/mo
2023 average cost:$5,847/mo
Percent change:+7.4%
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What families are saying about memory care in San Tan Valley

Recent reviews for memory care in San Tan Valley

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!

Brookdale Chandler Ray Road

5.0
We toured Brookdale Chandler Ray Road and it was great. They had an amazing staff and we loved them. It is a smaller facility, only about 56 residents. We did not choose them because they had made it sound alacarte, so when you went up in care there would be a bunch of added fees and you would ...
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Solterra Senior Living in Chandler, AZ

4.0
My loved one was only here for a short respite stay. The only thing that she really complained about is that they didn't always knock before they came in. We had arranged for a female to come and do the shower on a certain day, and a male showed up on a different day to help her. She liked the ...
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San Tan Valley review score based on 129 family reviews

9.0
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This proprietary review score is based on 129 reviews of 29 San Tan Valley memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The San Tan Valley 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

San Tan Valley review score compared against nearby cities

9.0
San Tan Valley, AZ29 facilities
8.9
Queen Creek, AZ41 facilities

Review subcategories for San Tan Valley 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 129 reviews of 29 San Tan Valley memory care communities. This chart helps you compare San Tan Valley 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.
San Tan Valley, AZ averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.2
Care services
3.6
3.9
Staff
4.0
4.1
Meals & dining
3.6
3.8
Activities
3.9
3.7
Value for cost*
3.7
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

San Tan Valley memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in San Tan Valley memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in San Tan Valley, 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 San Tan Valley 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 San Tan Valley that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
San Tan Valley, AZNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
37.9%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
20.7%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.6%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
37.9%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
24.1%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.6%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
24.1%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
34.5%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in San Tan Valley 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 San Tan Valley Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
San Tan Valley, AZNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
34.5%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
34.5%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
34.5%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
10.3%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in San Tan Valley 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 San Tan Valley partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
San Tan Valley, AZNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10.3%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.5%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
37.9%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.6%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20.7%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in San Tan Valley 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 San Tan Valley communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
San Tan Valley, AZNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
31%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.6%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
31%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
24.1%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in San Tan Valley 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 San Tan Valley offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
San Tan Valley, AZNational
Activity director
Activity director
37.9%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.6%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.9%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.9%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
31%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.5%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.5%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.9%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
37.9%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
27.6%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.1%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.9%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in San Tan Valley

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Arizona memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in San Tan Valley protect seniors.
Learn about Arizona memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

The Oaks, Brookdale Apache Junction and Sky Ridge Senior Living are the top-rated memory care facilities near San Tan Valley, Arizona. See full list of communities.
There are 41 memory care facilities near San Tan Valley, Arizona. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in San Tan Valley, Arizona are The Oaks, Fellowship Square Historic Mesa and Sunrise of Gilbert. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 41 memory care facilities near you in San Tan Valley, Arizona typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in San Tan Valley, 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 San Tan Valley, 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 San Tan Valley, Arizona ranges from $500 to $11750. The average Memory Care cost in San Tan Valley, Arizona is $4,251. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in San Tan Valley, 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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