Bethesda Gardens, located in Phoenix, Arizona, is an assisted living and memory care community serving older adults who require various levels of support. The community provides residents with assistance tailored to individual needs within a faith-based framework. Assisted living residents receive help with bathing, dressing, toileting, and eating, with staff providing full assistance for bathing, dressing, and toileting, and some physical assistance with eating. Medication management is available, including support for residents with diabetes, and there is access to visiting healthcare professionals such as optometrists and podiatrists. Ambulatory care is offered for those needing mobility support, and incontinence care is available as needed.

Bethesda Gardens features both assisted living and secured memory care areas for residents with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. The secured community aims to promote safety for those with memory loss and behavioral challenges, and offers structured activities. The facility has indoor and outdoor walking paths for supervised or independent use, depending on a resident’s care requirements, as well as fitness and wellness programs that include yoga and chair yoga. Residents can participate in a variety of clubs and social activities, fostering a sense of community belonging. The physical amenities also include a barber/beauty salon and restaurant-style dining services. The staff communicates in English with residents and families.

Transportation options are provided for both medical and non-medical purposes. Residents have access to complimentary transportation for regularly scheduled outings, such as physician appointments or grocery shopping. Transportation at cost is also available for destinations beyond the facility’s covered services or for special requests.

Reviews from residents and family members describe Bethesda Gardens as a welcoming environment with a professional, dedicated staff. Many families cited positive experiences related to move-in processes, day-to-day support, and staff responsiveness. Social engagement and activities are reported as strengths, supporting residents’ well-being. The facility is consistently described as clean and well-maintained. Some feedback points to infrequent staffing shortages or slow dining service; however, these issues are typically resolved in a timely manner. Notably, several families have raised concerns regarding the quality and consistency of memory care, specifically mentioning challenges with managing hygiene, behavioral issues, and engagement for those with advanced Alzheimer’s disease. Families are advised to carefully assess the memory care unit to ensure it meets specific needs. Overall, Bethesda Gardens is seen as a supportive assisted living environment with comprehensive care offerings, though prospective memory care residents may wish to conduct additional diligence.

Costs at this community start at $2,200 and range up to $5,850. The average price in the community is $4,025, which is more than the average price in the area of $4,013. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.