Memory Clinics & Alzheimer's Research Centers in Phoenix

Families in Phoenix who need a memory evaluation can start with official Alzheimer's research-center directories, local hospitals they can ask about geriatric or memory services, and the Alzheimer's Association chapter based in the city. This page lists only named Phoenix resources from the public records used here and explains in general terms what a first visit often involves. For a wider view of local aging support and in-home help, see the Phoenix in-home care hub.

Who in Phoenix may need a memory clinic

Phoenix has 192,844 residents age 65 and older, 19,588 residents age 85 and older, and 51,393 seniors living alone, with a median household income of $77,041. U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates

Those Census counts describe Phoenix's older population. They are not an estimate of how many people in the city live with dementia or Alzheimer's disease. Many households still look for a specialist evaluation when memory, thinking, or daily routines change, especially when an older adult lives alone.

What dementia is and why families seek an evaluation

Dementia is not a single disease. It is a general term for impaired ability to remember, think, or make decisions that interferes with everyday activities. CDC overview of dementia

A memory clinic or specialist visit can help a family document those changes and plan next steps. This page does not diagnose any condition or recommend treatment.

How to find NIA-designated Alzheimer's Disease Research Centers from Phoenix

Phoenix families should use the National Institute on Aging's official directories to locate an NIA-designated Alzheimer's Disease Research Center rather than assuming a local hospital holds that designation. The National Institute on Aging funds Alzheimer's Disease Research Centers at medical institutions across the United States. NIA-funded Alzheimer's Disease Research Centers

Use NIA's locator to find an Alzheimer's Disease Research Center and confirm what services that center currently offers. Find an Alzheimer's Disease Research Center Alzheimers.gov also publishes a national overview of Alzheimer's research centers. Alzheimers.gov national research centers

None of the Phoenix hospital listings below is labeled as an NIA-designated Alzheimer's Disease Research Center in the public records used for this directory. Confirm any research-center affiliation with those NIA directories and with the institution itself.

Phoenix hospitals to call about memory and geriatric services

Call Phoenix acute-care hospitals directly to ask about memory evaluation, geriatric consultation, or discharge planning for a patient with memory loss, because CMS hospital listings do not say whether a dedicated memory or geriatric unit exists. The hospitals below are Phoenix facilities from CMS Hospital General Information, including name, address, ownership type, emergency services, and overall star rating. CMS does not publish whether any of them has a dedicated memory, dementia, or geriatric unit, so confirm that with the hospital.

A Medicare claims study has associated dementia with higher 30-day hospital readmission risk. Medicare claims study on dementia and 30-day readmission Ask each hospital how it plans discharge when the patient has memory loss, and review hospital discharge care if you need extra support at home after a stay.

Mayo Clinic Hospital
5777 EAST MAYO BOULEVARD, PHOENIX, AZ 85054
Phone: (480) 342-4201
Acute care hospital, voluntary non-profit - private ownership, emergency services. CMS overall rating 5 out of 5. CMS Care Compare profile for Mayo Clinic Hospital

Phoenix VA Medical Center
650 E. INDIAN SCHOOL ROAD, PHOENIX, AZ 85012
Phone: (602) 222-6444
Acute care - Veterans Administration, veterans health administration ownership, emergency services. CMS overall rating 5 out of 5. Enrolled veterans can call this medical center to ask what memory or geriatric services it offers. CMS Care Compare profile for Phoenix VA Medical Center

HonorHealth Sonoran Crossing Medical Center
33400 NORTH 32ND AVENUE, PHOENIX, AZ 85085
Phone: (480) 882-4327
Acute care hospital, voluntary non-profit - private ownership, emergency services. CMS overall rating 4 out of 5. CMS Care Compare profile for HonorHealth Sonoran Crossing Medical Center

St Josephs Hospital and Medical Center
350 WEST THOMAS ROAD, PHOENIX, AZ 85013
Phone: (602) 406-8225
Acute care hospital, voluntary non-profit - church ownership, emergency services. CMS overall rating 4 out of 5. CMS Care Compare profile for St Josephs Hospital and Medical Center

Abrazo Scottsdale Campus
3929 EAST BELL ROAD, PHOENIX, AZ 85032
Phone: (602) 923-5609
Acute care hospital, proprietary ownership, emergency services. CMS overall rating 3 out of 5. CMS Care Compare profile for Abrazo Scottsdale Campus

Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix
1111 EAST MCDOWELL ROAD, PHOENIX, AZ 85006
Phone: (602) 839-2000
Acute care hospital, voluntary non-profit - other ownership, emergency services. CMS overall rating 3 out of 5. CMS Care Compare profile for Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix

Banner Estrella Medical Center
9201 WEST THOMAS ROAD, PHOENIX, AZ 85037
Phone: (623) 327-4000
Acute care hospital, voluntary non-profit - private ownership, emergency services. CMS overall rating 3 out of 5. CMS Care Compare profile for Banner Estrella Medical Center

Honor Health John C. Lincoln Medical Center
250 EAST DUNLAP AVENUE, PHOENIX, AZ 85020
Phone: (602) 943-2381
Acute care hospital, voluntary non-profit - private ownership, emergency services. CMS overall rating 3 out of 5. CMS Care Compare profile for Honor Health John C. Lincoln Medical Center

When you call, ask whether the hospital offers memory evaluation or refers to a neurology, geriatrics, or cognitive clinic, how long a first appointment takes, and who should come with the patient. Listing a hospital here is not an endorsement of any program, physician, or service.

What a first memory-clinic visit typically involves

A first memory-clinic or specialist visit typically includes a review of medical history, current medicines, and how memory and daily function have changed, plus cognitive testing and questions for a family member or other person who knows the patient well. Clinics may also order lab work or imaging, or they may schedule those for a later date. This is general information about how first visits often work, not a description of any one Phoenix program.

Bring photo identification, insurance cards, a complete medication list including over-the-counter products, prior test results if you have them, and a short written timeline of changes. Plan extra time for check-in and questionnaires. Ask who will receive results, how follow-up is scheduled, and whether the clinic can share records with the primary care doctor. This page does not interpret test results or recommend medicines.

Alzheimer's Association support in Phoenix

The Alzheimer's Association Desert Southwest Chapter is based at 1028 East McDowell Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85006, and offers support groups, education, care consultations, and a 24/7 helpline for families across Arizona. Call 800-272-3900, or review the chapter's local programs on its site. Alzheimer's Association Desert Southwest Chapter

Chapter staff can help you think through questions to bring to a first clinic visit and can point you to education programs and support groups. They do not replace a medical evaluation.

After an evaluation: care at home in Phoenix

After a memory evaluation, many Phoenix families add in-home help so daily routines stay safer while they wait for or follow specialist recommendations. Long-term care includes services that help with personal and daily needs over an extended period. NIA on what long-term care is

Companion visits can cover conversation, reminders, and light household help through companion care. Personal care covers bathing, dressing, and similar daily tasks through personal care. Families who need a break can look at respite care. When memory loss is the main concern at home, see memory care at home. Some households later add overnight or live-in help through 24-hour live-in care.

Arizona also operates a Medicaid long-term care program known as ALTCS that some families explore after a diagnosis. Overview of Arizona ALTCS Eligibility rules are detailed and can change. Confirm current requirements with the state or a qualified counselor rather than using this page for dollar limits or application steps.

Veterans and surviving spouses may also review VA Aid and Attendance and Housebound benefits. VA Aid and Attendance and Housebound allowance Enrolled veterans can start by asking Phoenix VA Medical Center what clinical services it offers.

Legal, financial, and care-manager directories

Phoenix families looking for legal or care-management help can use national professional directories rather than an unverified firm name from a search result. The National Institute on Aging publishes guidance on legal and financial planning for people with Alzheimer's disease. NIA legal and financial planning for Alzheimer's

Search the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys directory for elder law attorneys. NAELA Find a Lawyer directory Search the Aging Life Care Association directory for professional geriatric or aging life care managers. ALCA Find an Expert directory

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Phoenix have an NIA-designated Alzheimer's Disease Research Center?
Use the National Institute on Aging's Alzheimer's Disease Research Center locator to confirm the nearest designated center and what it currently offers. This directory does not treat any Phoenix hospital as an NIA-designated research center unless NIA lists it that way.

Which Phoenix hospital has a memory clinic or geriatric unit?
CMS hospital listings for Phoenix publish name, address, ownership, emergency services, and an overall star rating. They do not publish whether a hospital has a dedicated memory, dementia, or geriatric unit. Call each hospital and ask what it offers and how a first appointment is scheduled.

What should we bring to a first memory evaluation in Phoenix?
Bring photo identification, insurance information, a full medication list, prior records if you have them, and a short timeline of memory or daily-function changes. It helps to bring a family member or friend who can describe day-to-day changes. Ask the clinic when you book whether fasting, extra time, or a referral is required.

How do I reach the Alzheimer's Association in Phoenix?
The Alzheimer's Association Desert Southwest Chapter is at 1028 East McDowell Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85006. Families can call 800-272-3900 for the helpline and for information about support groups, education, and care consultations serving Arizona.

Can a veteran get a memory evaluation at Phoenix VA Medical Center?
Phoenix VA Medical Center is at 650 E. INDIAN SCHOOL ROAD, PHOENIX, AZ 85012. Call (602) 222-6444 to ask what memory, geriatrics, or related services are available to enrolled veterans. CMS does not publish whether the medical center has a dedicated memory unit. Veterans and surviving spouses can also review VA Aid and Attendance information on the VA website.

How is a memory clinic different from memory care at home?
A memory clinic or specialist visit is usually about evaluation, testing, and a care plan. Memory care at home is day-to-day help in the house with routines, safety, and personal care. Many Phoenix families use both: a clinic for assessment and in-home support for daily life. Start with the Phoenix care hub if you need both clinical and in-home options.

What if our family member is leaving a Phoenix hospital with memory loss?
Ask the hospital's discharge team who will explain medicines, follow-up appointments, and home safety, and whether a geriatric or memory referral is already in place. Extra help after a stay is available through hospital discharge care. Confirm any memory-related unit or clinic directly with that hospital, because CMS ratings do not list those programs.