Assisted living & memory care in Mesa, where the care comes first
Caregivers who are awake all night, learn how your dad takes his coffee, and sit with your mom when she's frightened at 2 a.m. That kind of care, for 27 residents, every day. ALTCS and private pay welcome.
Come visit. We'd love to meet you.
The part of Fountain families write to us about
Beautiful rooms matter. But what families remember is the caregiver who learned how their dad liked his coffee, or who sat with their mom when she was scared at 2 am.
- Awake and on duty 24 hours a day, never "on call" from a back room
- Trained in dementia care, transfers and medication administration
- Many have been with us for years, so residents see familiar faces
- A small team means the same caregivers every week, not a rotating agency
+ 3 more
“My dad spent his final year battling advanced Alzheimer's and dementia, and the care he received at FAL was truly exceptional. The entire staff treated him with the utmost patience, dignity, and respect. Ela, Osma, Peter, Toya, Mary, and Annie (among others) were always there for him, going above and beyond to support our family during his last week. I wholeheartedly recommend FAL to anyone looking for a loving, dedicated facility for their own loved ones.”
Care doesn't clock out at 5 o'clock
A typical day for our residents, from the first cup of coffee to the quiet hours when most of the world is asleep.
Gentle mornings
Unhurried help washing, dressing and grooming, at each resident's own pace.
Breakfast together
A warm breakfast in the dining room, with special diets handled by our kitchen.
Something to look forward to
Music, crafts, exercise, bingo or Bible study. Familiar things that give the day shape.
Lunch, and maybe a visit
Families are welcome any day. Grandkids head straight for the play set.
Fresh air
A walk on the garden paths, a seat in the gazebo, a turn at the raised vegetable beds.
The tender hours
Late afternoon is when sundowning shows up. Caregivers slow down, reassure and redirect.
Settling in
Evening routines, a favorite show, a call from family, lights down low.
Awake and close by
Our caregivers are awake and walking the halls. If your mom wakes up frightened, someone is right there.
Dear friend,
If you're reading this, you're probably worried about someone you love. I've been where you are. I cared for both of my parents, and I lost both of them. I remember the late-night searching, the guilt, the phone calls with family, and the question underneath all of it: will they be kind to her when I'm not there?
That question is why Fountain exists. We kept it small on purpose. We hire for kindness first, and we work hard to keep our caregivers for years, so your parent sees familiar faces every single day.
You don't have to figure this out alone. Come visit, sit in the garden, meet our team. We'll walk with you through every step.
Kirstin
Kirstin Lundahl · Fountain Assisted Living
Exceptional care first. A beautiful place, too.
Caregivers who stay
Hired for kindness, trained in dementia care, and many have been with us for years. Your parent sees the same caring faces every week.
27 residents, not 270
Small enough that every caregiver knows every resident by name, their routines, their stories, what calms them.
Directed-care license
The highest level of assisted-living license in Arizona, so a resident doesn't have to move out when dementia progresses.
ALTCS and private pay, same care
Mercy Care, UnitedHealthcare and Banner ALTCS residents receive the same care in the same renovated rooms. No separate wing.
Renovated rooms, and a friend down the hall
We call our shared rooms companionship rooms because that's what they give residents. Many people with memory loss feel calmer and less alone with a roommate, and sharing makes great care more affordable.
Every room was remodeled: new flooring, soft wall colors, framed art, a TV for each resident, good light and an accessible bathroom with grab bars. We also have one private room.
A thoughtfully designed garden, made for the people who live here
Smooth, wide walking paths that loop around the lawn, a lit gazebo with outdoor sofas, a tiered fountain, raised vegetable beds and a play set so the grandkids actually want to visit.
Walk through Fountain from your couch
See the rooms, the dining room, the library and the backyard before you visit. Then come see it in person; it's even better.
Take the video walkthrough
Directed care and memory care, stated plainly
We hold a directed-care license, Arizona's highest assisted-living level, so residents with dementia don't have to move out as their needs grow. Here is exactly what we can and can't do.
We can care for
- Directed care
- Residents who can no longer recognize danger, call for help or make basic care decisions.
- Memory care & dementia
- Alzheimer's, vascular, Lewy body and other dementias, including residents who wander.
- Hoyer lift transfers
- Mechanical-lift transfers for residents who can't bear weight.
- Insulin
- Caregivers administer insulin and monitor blood sugar per physician orders.
- Catheter care
- Daily care for residents with an indwelling catheter (changes are done by home health).
- Incontinence care
- Full assistance, day and night.
- Wheelchairs & walkers
- Single-level building, wide halls, roll-in showers, grab bars.
- Aphasia & communication needs
- Patient caregivers who learn how each resident communicates.
We're not the right fit for
- Hospice
- We are not a hospice placement at this time.
- Behavioral health
- We can't admit residents with aggressive or behavioral-health needs.
- Skilled nursing tasks
- No nurse on site, so no catheter changes, wound vacs, IVs or injections other than insulin.
Not sure? Call (480) 299-3310. If we're not the right fit, we'll tell you honestly and point you to one that is.
Everything your parent needs, under one roof
No nickel-and-diming. One all-inclusive monthly rate covers the care, the meals, the medications, the laundry, and the people who make it feel like home.
- 24-hour awake caregivers, every night
- Help with bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting
- Medication administration, including insulin
- Three home-cooked meals plus snacks every day
- Special diets: diabetic-friendly, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free
- Housekeeping and personal laundry
- Daily activities: music, art, crafts, bingo, exercise, Bible study, holidays
- Individual care plan, reviewed as needs change
On ALTCS? You're welcome here.
We accept all three ALTCS plans in Maricopa County: Mercy Care, UnitedHealthcare Community Plan and Banner – University Family Care. ALTCS residents live in the same renovated rooms as everyone else. How ALTCS works →
“A true home, not just a facility.”
6 Google reviews
“Fountain Assisted Living has been a blessing for our family. My wife suffers from aphasia, and finding a place where she would be understood, supported, and treated with patience was so important to us. From day one, the staff has been incredibly kind and compassionate, always taking the time to communicate with her in a way that makes her feel heard and valued. The environment is warm, peaceful, and welcoming—a true home, not just a facility. The team is attentive and patient, and we can see how much they genuinely care. Knowing she is in a place where she feels safe and comfortable brings our family so much peace of mind.”
“This place treated my mother so kindly! All of the staff were so amazing! Thank you!”
“Great facility! Great managers and care takers. Highly recommend!”
Four simple steps, and we're with you for each one
Tour
Visit, meet the caregivers, sit in the garden. Bring your questions and your siblings.
Care assessment
A free, no-pressure assessment so we can set the care level and build a personal care plan.
Paperwork & ALTCS
We help with the physician's order, records, and ALTCS coordination if it applies.
Move-in day
We prepare the room, learn their routines and favorite things, and call you that first evening.
Straight answers
How much does assisted living cost at Fountain Assisted Living?
Our monthly rate depends on the room (companionship or private) and how much help your parent needs day to day, which we set together after a free care assessment. One all-inclusive rate covers care, meals, medication administration, laundry, housekeeping, activities and utilities. Call (480) 299-3310 and we'll walk you through current rates and every option, including ALTCS.
Is there a community fee or move-in fee?
Call us for current move-in details. We'll give you every number in writing before you decide, with no surprises on the first bill.
Do you accept ALTCS?
Yes. We accept all three ALTCS plans in Maricopa County: Mercy Care, UnitedHealthcare Community Plan and Banner – University Family Care. ALTCS residents live in the same renovated rooms as private-pay residents.
Can my parent move in while the ALTCS application is pending?
Often, yes. Many families private-pay for the first month or two while ALTCS is approved, then switch. Call us and we'll walk through the timing with you.
What does an ALTCS resident pay?
ALTCS pays for the care. The resident usually pays a monthly share of cost and room and board from their own income, and keeps a personal needs allowance. Our ALTCS guide has a worked example.
What are visiting hours?
Family can visit any day. Our normal hours are 8 am to 8 pm; outside those hours just call the family line so the caregivers know you're coming.
Fountain Assisted Living at a glance
- What it is
- Assisted Living Center licensed for Directed Care
- Size
- 27 residents in 14 rooms (13 companionship rooms, 1 private)
- Care
- Assisted living, directed care and memory care, including residents who wander
- Can care for
- Hoyer lifts, insulin, catheter care, incontinence, wheelchairs
- Not accepted
- Hospice, behavioral health, skilled nursing (no nurse on site)
- Payment
- Private pay; ALTCS through Mercy Care, UnitedHealthcare and Banner
- Rates
- One all-inclusive monthly rate; call (480) 299-3310 for current rates
- Staff
- Caregivers awake and on duty 24/7
- Address
- 2260 E Brown Rd, Mesa, AZ 85213
- Phone
- (480) 299-3310
Placement agent or case manager?
Admission criteria, current openings and a one-page fact sheet. We pay placement fees and answer fast.
Referral information →
Schedule a tour
Come see it for yourself
Walk the halls, sit in the gazebo, meet the caregivers. Most families know within ten minutes whether it feels right.
(480) 299-3310