Arizona State Memory Care Regulations

What agency is in charge of regulating memory care in Arizona?

• The Arizona Department of Health Services — Division of Licensing Services regulates assisted living facilities as these are permitted by the state to provide memory care services to seniors with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia.

Where can I research the violations history of a memory care community in Arizona?

• You can use the Residential Facilities Provider: Search Form to research the violations history of a memory care facility. Just enter the name of the community you wish to research in the provider name search bar, click on the select button next to the community name, and then scroll to the bottom of the page to find a list of all the community surveys and any enforcement actions taken.
• If you have questions about a community’s violation history you can also contact the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program for more information.

Are caregivers at memory care communities in Arizona required to receive dementia-specific training when they are first hired?

• No, caregivers at memory care communities are not required to receive dementia-specific training.

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Are administrators at memory care communities in Arizona required to receive dementia-specific training when they are first hired?

• Yes, administrators at memory care communities are required to receive dementia-specific training.

Are Arizona residents required to be screened for cognitive impairments before they are admitted to a memory care community?

• No, residents at memory care communities are not required to be screened for cognitive impairments before admission

Talk with a Senior Living Advisor

Looking for memory care communities in Arizona but not sure which to choose? A Place for Mom’s local Senior Living Advisors can help you find the community that is right for your family’s needs. We only refer families to licensed facilities, and our staff conducts a licensing and violation audit every six months to confirm the license status of each community we partner with.

Sources

https://pdxscholar.library.pdx.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1082&context=aging_pub

The term “assisted living” encompasses a wide range of residential settings that provide care services to seniors, including those with dementia. Each state is in charge of regulating these facilities. While these regulations can vary widely, many states tend to have specific provisions for memory care services that can fall under the umbrella of assisted living.