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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Aguilera Assisted Living HomeAguilera Assisted Living Home is a residential care home located in the superb town of Tucson, AZ in Pima County. Our amazing community is situated near splendid mountain ranges and comfortable atmosphere. Tucson is a vibrant city and it’s a wonderful location for...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
    Recognizing that quality of life involves much more than quality of care, we focus on health, wellness, care and environment to create the Via Elegante difference.     At Via Elegante, we believe that everyone has the ability to become stronger, healthier and...
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After moving my mother twice in less than three months, I knew we had found her forever home after our long chat with the director, other employees, and tour of the homes. The welcoming kindness, warmth, and...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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My mother lived in the Divine Grace Assisted Living Home for the last five years. During the entire time, she was bed-ridden and had cancer that would come and go with treatment. Even In her condition, she...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Divine Grace Assisted Living HomeDivine Grace Assisted Living Home is located in Maricopa county, Tempe AZ. It’s a residential care home that professionally assists with the needs of individuals residing in this group home setting. Education is highly regarded in Tempe, the home of Arizona State...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Home setting, consider it your own home…..Close knit tied family. Location accessible, close to Scottsdale Healthcare Hospital. Quiet and peaceful surroundings, friendly neighborhood, owner-manager in the nursing field, house set-up and approved for adult home care. Close to Senior Citizen...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Home Sweet Home on Cheery Lynn Home Sweet Home on Cheery Lynn is a senior care home located in Maricopa County in the city of Scottsdale, Arizona. Scottsdale is a vibrant and exciting city full of interesting recreational opportunities and cultural sits and activities. There are a myriad of...
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I really have no negative to say they are very good with my father. Anything he needs or done they are on top of it all. My father is always well groomed and personal space is always clean.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Bellagio Villa Home Care LLC is a senior care home located in the splendid town of Scottsdale, AZ in Maricopa County. Situated near a stunning landscape and a friendly environment, our community is an awesome place to live in. Visitors will be glad to visit their loved ones in Scottsdale due to...
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My friend is doing as well as he can here. The staff is taking very good care of him.They are very nice and kind and show affection towards the residents. We didn't expect him to do any of the activities...
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Serene Valley Assisted Living Home is a residential care home that is located in the amazing Scottsdale, AZ, a part of Maricopa County. The area of Scottsdale provides many opportunities for residents and their guests to spend time outside, enjoying all that nature has to offer. Those spending...

Cost of assisted living in Cactus Forest, AZ

The average cost of senior living in Cactus Forest is $3,475 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include El Capitan, AZ with an average of $3,329 per month.

Assisted living costs in Cactus Forest, AZ, vs. nearby cities

Cactus Forest, AZ
$3,475/mo
$3,599/mo
$3,658/mo

Assisted living costs in Cactus Forest, AZ, vs. state and national averages

Cactus Forest, AZ
$3,475/mo
$3,762/mo
U.S. national average
$4,558/mo

Assisted living costs in Cactus Forest, AZ, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,475/mo
$4,287/mo

Assisted living costs in Cactus Forest, AZ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,832/mo
Private
$4,190/mo
Studio
$4,548/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,501/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,337/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,236/mo

Senior living costs in Cactus Forest vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Cactus Forest, AZ
Column state: Arizona
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCactus Forest, AZArizonaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,475/mo$3,762/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$4,287/mo$4,493/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,568/mo$3,744/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Cactus Forest, AZ:$3,475/mo
Arizona:$3,762/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Cactus Forest, AZ:$4,287/mo
Arizona:$4,493/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Cactus Forest, AZ:$3,568/mo
Arizona:$3,744/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Cactus Forest, AZ, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Cactus Forest and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Cactus Forest, AZ

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Cactus Forest have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Cactus Forest, AZ$5,126/mo$4,919/mo+4.2%
Arizona$4,815/mo$4,570/mo+5.4%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Cactus Forest, AZ
2024 average cost:$5,126/mo
2023 average cost:$4,919/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
Arizona
2024 average cost:$4,815/mo
2023 average cost:$4,570/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Cactus Forest, AZ

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Cactus Forest.

What families are saying about assisted living in Cactus Forest

Recent reviews for assisted living in Cactus Forest

Mountain View Retirement Village in Tucson, AZ

4.8
This is a good community and it is a good value. The staff are very friendly and kind. My loved one was in the memory care and is moving over to the unassisted living and is excited to participate in more activities.

Robson Reserve at Sun Lakes

5.0
Their meals were outstanding! We love love love The Renaissance! Unfortunately my mother-in-law couldn't get along with her neighbor so it was her problem, not the communities, but we decided to move her out. We're still sad that it didn't work out.

House of Dignity Assisted Living in San Tan Valley, AZ

5.0
I love them. I am very happy with it. The communication with me is very good, and they keep me informed. They take good care of her, and the food looks good and is appealing, when I have seen it.

Cactus Forest review score based on 719 family reviews

8.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 719 reviews of 289 Cactus Forest assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Cactus Forest review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Cactus Forest review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Cactus Forest, AZ289 facilities
8.2
Florence, AZ72 facilities
7.6
Coolidge, AZ12 facilities

Review subcategories for Cactus Forest assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 719 reviews of 289 Cactus Forest assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Cactus Forest resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
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Cleanliness
4.0
4.0
Friendliness
4.0
4.1
Care services
3.5
3.8
Staff
3.9
4.0
Meals & dining
3.5
3.6
Activities
3.6
3.7
Value for cost*
3.6
3.7
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Cactus Forest assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cactus Forest assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cactus Forest, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Cactus Forest assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Cactus Forest that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
53.6%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
41.2%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
82.7%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
58.1%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
18.7%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
91%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
43.9%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
60.9%
54.5%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Cactus Forest assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Cactus Forest Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Cactus Forest, AZNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
56.1%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
22.5%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
52.6%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.8%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Cactus Forest assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Cactus Forest partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Cactus Forest, AZNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25.6%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
25.6%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.6%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.3%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Cactus Forest assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Cactus Forest communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
17.6%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
19.7%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
20.4%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.2%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cactus Forest assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Cactus Forest offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
24.2%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.3%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.5%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
32.2%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
29.4%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
36%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.1%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
19.4%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
26.6%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
27.7%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
18%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.5%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25.3%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Cactus Forest

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Arizona assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Cactus Forest protect seniors.
Learn about Arizona assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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