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We are all from Chicago, IL and moving as a family to Arizona in October 2024. Our mom had a stroke almost a year ago and beside verbal she is pretty independent. After seeing a handful of others this was...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
North Scottsdale Retreat is an MD Senior Living home. At MD Senior Living, we’re changing the way Assisted Living is provided. Owned by a small group of physicians, our homes are beautifully designed for comfort and safety. Our caring staff consists of clinical professionals including a retired...
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I really can't say enough about the staff. They are immensely kind and helpful. Acoya has experienced some turnover but they have always managed to recruit the right staff. The facility is absolutely...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Introducing ACOYA Scottsdale at Troon:A stunningly beautiful retirement community with a novel approach to life.Welcome to ACOYA, a dynamic community of lifestyle amenities, concierge services and striking desert beauty. Here, you’ll live just steps away from the Pinnacle Peak trailhead in one of...
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I would say it's a great facility to work with. They take care of you and even exceed expectations. Carefree assisted living was a great experience for my family and I. They really made us feel like family...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Thank you for your interest in Carefree Assisted Living. Selecting an assisted living home for a loved one can be an emotional journey that brings families face to face with the difficult challenges faced by our loved ones as they enter their sunset years. At Carefree Assisted Living we...
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Superb personalized care. They made my mom happy & feel like she was home. She passed way but we felt she received the best care possible.
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
The premier senior living community in Scottsdale, Arizona, Lone Mountain Memory Care is a new community known for its high-quality care. We are privately owned and operated by Spectrum Retirement Communities, LLC. That means we design, build and run all of our communities ourselves, so when you...
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Most of the care staff are very kind, professional, courteous caring and helpful. The executive staff has been responsive when I have had challenges or questions and concerns. They need healthier higher...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Discover the pinnacle of senior living in beautiful Scottsdale, Arizona. Clearwater Pinnacle Peak provides a full spectrum of care in a luxurious setting with upscale amenities and five-star service. Whether you want an Independent Living community that pampers you in every way, or you want the...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Grace Hill Adult Care Home Where Caring is our Priority This home is elegant Living with private rooms and semi-private,master suite and walk-in showers. Grace Hill Adult Care Home provide you the  peace of mind you deserve. Our property offers, 24 hrs supervised, personal and...
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I have been a resident of Vi@ Silverstone for seven plus years; [date removed] The life style at this senior resort resembles sailing on a luxury cruise ship with daily excursions followed by cocktail...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Vi at Silverstone, a Vi and Plaza Companies Community in north Scottsdale and located north of Phoenix, is a Life Plan Community, also known as a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC). Vi at Silverstone is part of a 165-acre master-planned community on the former site of the Rawhide Western...
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We chose Carefree Manor because the amount of care we were able to see from the staff. We are super happy with them. It gives us peace of mind knowing dad is safe here. It feels more like family rather than...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Carefree Manor is a family-owned & operated Assisted Living Facility founded to create a comfortable home environment for your loved ones that need our assistance. We offer long-term care for all levels, as well as respite care. Located in the beautiful hills of Carefree, this luxurious...
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My loved one has been living there for the last 2 years and staff are fantastic. The care is excellent and we are very happy with her there.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Heritage at Carefree is an assisted living community located in Carefree, Arizona, in Maricopa County and home to just over 3,300 people. Carefree is a small town that was the former home to Southwestern Studios where several movies and shows were filmed. Residents will love the quiet and...
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Dixileta A.C.H. was referred to me by 2 of my trustworthy friends. The owners take pride in their home and provide excellent service along with taking care of the residents in the group home. The home is...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Dixileta A.C.H. is located in Maricopa county, Scottsdale AZ. This is a residential care home that provides lifestyle assistance to senior residents in a group home setting. Scottsdale is arid as it lies within the vicinity of the picturesque Sonoran Desert. The desert provides a habitat to...
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It is absolutely wonderful. Unfortunately my mother passed away recently but the staff was incredible through that whole process. She had been there about three weeks. It was always spotless and the...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Tatum Ranch Assisted Living is an assisted living facility for senior citizens living in the Cave Creek, AZ area. We pride ourselves on taking care of your loved ones just as we would our own family members. Our facility is a micro community with a much smaller resident to caretaker ration than...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
The Covey on QuailtrackThe Covey on Quailtrack is a residential care home located in the upscale community of Scottsdale, Arizona in Maricopa County. Located 12 miles from downtown Phoenix, the city of Scottsdale has a number of amazing restaurants and cafes as well as plenty of quaint boutique...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.

Cost of assisted living in Carefree, AZ

The average cost of senior living in Carefree is $3,904 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Queen Creek, AZ with an average of $3,413 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Carefree, AZ vs. nearby cities

Carefree, AZ
$3,904/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Carefree, AZ vs. the state and national average

Carefree, AZ
$3,904/mo
$3,759/mo
U.S. national average
$4,562/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Carefree vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$3,904/mo
$4,503/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Carefree, AZ by room type

Semi-Private
$3,750/mo
Private
$4,625/mo
Studio
$6,382/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,053/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,245/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,600/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Carefree over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Carefree, AZ

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What families are saying about assisted living in Carefree

Recent reviews for assisted living in Carefree

The Auberge at Scottsdale

5.0
My husband has been in residence for one year and I have been there almost every night to sit with him and put him to bed. For the last 11 weeks I have not been able to be with him and at first I thought know one could take my place. I do Skype him twice a day and he is very happy. I watch ...
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Rody's ACH in Phoenix, AZ

5.0
The care my loved one is receiving is better than I could ask for. The caregivers are compassionate and loving. My loved one is receiving a lot of one on one care. Rodica is wonderful and definitely suits all of the patient's needs. The food they provide is good, but my loved one is not eating ...
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MorningStar at Arrowhead in Glendale, AZ

4.6
As with most everything, what you put in to a place is what you get out of it. As long as you are on top of things, frequent visits and get to know the staff, it's a very good place.

Carefree review score based on 33 family reviews

8.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 33 reviews of 13 Carefree assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Carefree 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

Carefree review score compared against nearby cities

8.9
Carefree, AZ13 facilities
7.4
Cave Creek, AZ22 facilities
8.2
Scottsdale, AZ164 facilities

Review subcategories for Carefree 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 33 reviews of 13 Carefree assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Carefree 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
4.7
4.5
Friendliness
4.8
4.6
Care services
4.6
4.2
Staff
4.8
4.5
Meals & dining
4.5
4.1
Activities
4.5
4.1
Value for cost*
4.6
4.1
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Carefree assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Carefree assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Carefree, 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 Carefree 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 Carefree 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
76.9%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
84.6%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
61.5%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
84.6%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
15.4%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
84.6%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
46.2%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
92.3%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Carefree 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 Carefree Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Carefree, AZNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
76.9%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
46.2%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
84.6%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
46.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Carefree 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 Carefree partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Carefree, AZNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.1%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
38.5%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
38.5%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.2%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.4%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Carefree 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 Carefree communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Carefree, AZNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
15.4%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.1%
42%
Room service
Room service
23.1%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.1%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Carefree 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 Carefree offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Carefree, AZNational
Activity director
Activity director
38.5%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.8%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.1%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.2%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.8%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.8%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.8%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.1%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.2%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.8%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
46.2%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
38.5%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.8%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.8%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Carefree

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Arizona assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Carefree protect seniors.

Learn about Arizona Assisted Living regulations

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North Scottsdale Retreat, McDowell Village and Acoya Troon by Cogir are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Carefree, Arizona. See full list of communities.

There are 17 assisted living facilities near Carefree, Arizona. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Carefree, Arizona are North Scottsdale Retreat, McDowell Village and Acoya Troon by Cogir. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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