Whether you're looking for assisted living, a residential care home, memory care placement, or help navigating the ALTCS application process — Arizona Referral Agency is here to help you understand your options and take the next step.
Every family's situation is different. Whether you need care placement, ALTCS guidance, or simply want to understand your options — we're here to walk you through it.
Compare assisted living options across Phoenix and Arizona based on care needs, budget, location, and availability.
Start HereSmaller, home-like settings that offer personalized care for adults who need daily support in a comfortable environment.
Learn MoreFind memory care communities and homes designed for individuals living with Alzheimer's, dementia, or related memory conditions.
Get GuidanceUnderstand Arizona's long-term care Medicaid program, get help gathering documents, and prepare for the application process.
Get SupportWe work with families and individuals across many life situations — not just those over 65. Adults in their 40s, 50s, and early 60s may also need care support due to health conditions, disability, memory challenges, or injury.
Navigating care options for a parent can feel overwhelming. We help you ask the right questions and understand what each option actually looks like.
When a spouse needs more care than you can provide at home, we help you find compassionate options that honor your loved one's dignity.
Family caregivers give so much. If you need respite, a transition to professional care, or guidance on next steps — we're here to help.
Unexpected discharges can feel urgent and stressful. We provide guidance on placement options to help families make a thoughtful transition.
Veterans may have access to long-term care resources and benefits. We can help connect families with relevant programs and options in Arizona.
Adults of any age living with a disability, chronic illness, memory condition, or injury may need care placement or ALTCS support.
Our process is designed to be clear, comfortable, and low-pressure. You're never pushed toward a decision — we help you understand your options so you can choose with confidence.
Fill out a short form or call us directly. No commitment required.
Tell us about care needs, budget, location preference, timeline, and any specific considerations.
We'll help you understand available care options that may be a good fit based on what you've shared.
Schedule visits or connect with care homes and facilities at your own pace.
We're available for questions as you move through next steps in the placement or ALTCS process.
Share a few details and a member of our team will reach out during business hours at your preferred contact time. No pressure, no obligation, no cost.
ALTCS — Arizona's Long Term Care System — is the state's Medicaid program for adults who need long-term care services. The application process involves multiple steps, documentation requirements, and interviews that can feel confusing without guidance.
Arizona Referral Agency provides general education and application support to help families understand the process, organize documents, and prepare for next steps.
This is a general reference list, not a complete official requirements list.
Finding care on your own means calling dozens of facilities, comparing pricing you don't fully understand, and making decisions during one of life's most stressful transitions. We help simplify that.
Instead of researching alone, let us help you identify options that match care needs, budget, and location — in less time.
Assisted living, residential care homes, memory care — we help you understand what each type of setting actually looks like and what it provides.
Most families don't know what to ask when visiting care homes. We help you walk in prepared with the right questions.
Go beyond availability. Compare options based on care needs, staffing, services, location, culture, and overall fit.
Care transitions are emotional and complex. Having someone in your corner — someone who understands the landscape — makes the process less overwhelming.
We're upfront about how our agency is compensated. Families are informed of referral relationships so they can make confident, informed decisions.
Arizona Referral Agency may receive compensation from participating care homes or assisted living facilities when a family chooses to move a loved one into a referred location. This is how many placement agencies operate in Arizona and across the country.
We believe families deserve to know about this relationship upfront. Our goal is to help you find appropriate care options based on your needs — not simply based on which facilities pay us. You are always free to explore any care option independently.
Families are informed of referral relationships before and during the placement process so you can make confident, fully informed decisions.
We host workshops, community sessions, and virtual events to help families and caregivers learn about care options, ALTCS, and long-term care planning — no sales pitch included.
Learn about the different types of care settings available in Arizona — what they offer, what they cost, and how to compare.
Understand what ALTCS is, who may qualify, what the application process generally involves, and what to expect.
Workshops and resources for family caregivers managing day-to-day care — from early planning to care transitions.
Can't attend in person? Join our online sessions covering care options, ALTCS overview, and long-term care planning basics.
We partner with community organizations across the Phoenix area to bring care education directly to families who need it.
Articles, guides, and checklists to help families understand care options, ALTCS, and how to plan ahead for long-term care needs.
Stay informed. Join our education list and we'll let you know about upcoming events and new resources.
Join Our Education ListAre you an assisted living community, residential care home, memory care facility, or adult care home in Arizona with available rooms or beds?
Arizona Referral Agency connects participating facilities with qualified families who are actively searching for care — families who have already been through an assessment process and are ready to tour and move forward.
Yes. There is no cost to families for the initial placement assessment or for using Arizona Referral Agency's placement guidance services. We may receive compensation from participating facilities if a placement occurs.
Arizona Referral Agency may receive compensation from participating care homes or facilities when a family chooses to move a loved one into a referred location. Families are informed of this relationship upfront so they can make confident decisions.
No. We work with adults of varying ages who have care needs — including adults in their 40s, 50s, and 60s who may need placement or long-term care support due to a health condition, disability, memory issue, or injury.
We provide general education and application support to help families understand the ALTCS process, gather commonly required documents, and prepare for next steps. Eligibility decisions are made by AHCCCS/ALTCS — we do not guarantee approval.
No. Arizona Referral Agency does not guarantee ALTCS eligibility or approval. All eligibility determinations are made by AHCCCS/ALTCS. We recommend consulting a licensed elder law attorney for advice specific to your situation.
Yes. We understand that some situations require quick action. We can provide guidance on immediate and short-term placement options available in Arizona. Please call us directly for urgent care situations.
Yes. In addition to larger assisted living communities, we work with residential care homes — smaller, home-like settings with personalized care that many families find to be a good fit for their loved one.
A member of our team will reach out to you during business hours at your preferred contact time to discuss your situation, answer questions, and help you understand possible next steps. There's no pressure or obligation.
Yes. We partner with licensed assisted living communities, residential care homes, and memory care facilities in Arizona. Visit our Partner With Us page or fill out the partner application to get started.
There's no pressure, no obligation, and no cost to connect. Just a conversation with someone who understands Arizona's care landscape and wants to help your family find a clear path forward.