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Photo of Arroyo Gardens
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9.8
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17 reviews
9.8
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17 reviews
5 star
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18%
3 star
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My dad chose Arroyo Gardens for independent living because the staff were friendly and he liked the layout of his apartment. He made a great choice! He loves the food, he walks downstairs everyday for the...
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.
At Arroyo Gardens, we've created a community of people who are invested in each other's success, happiness and comfort. Set against the allure of the Santa Rita Mountains, our community offers resort-style living combined with a staff of professional caregivers and nurses able to provide a...
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9.7
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34 reviews
9.7
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34 reviews
5 star
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3 star
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We have had a great experience at Brookdale. It was a good place to land. We appreciate the kind staff who take great care of our Mom. She is happy living there and we enjoy visiting her and spending time...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
A Life Well LivedTucked in a cozy nook at the base of the beautiful Catalina Foothills, your loved one has a wonderful opportunity to enjoy all the comforts of home here in our friendly and life-giving memory care community. Whether they want to engage with their fellow neighbors in the many...
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9.6
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24 reviews
9.6
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24 reviews
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The staff at Brookdale are warm, patient and accommodating. My Dad has been well cared for. The place smells great and is super clean every time I visit. The meals that I have enjoyed there with my Dad were...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Live With EnthusiasmNestled in the beautiful city of Tucson, Arizona, you will find an assisted living community that gives you more than personal care. This is a place where you can savor restaurant-style dining, spacious and private accommodations, a variety of common rooms for socializing and...
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9.6
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59 reviews
9.6
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59 reviews
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My mom is in her 90s. She moved to this facility about 9 months ago. So far, we’ve had a great experience with the staff and the facility. There are a number of daily activities and residents are active and...
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.
We offer a home like setting and cheerful smiles from our professional staff who greet you everyday. Our caring staff offers the assistance you need while respecting your independence. Our peaceful setting, restaurant style dining experience, activities and beautiful setting combine to create a...
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1010 Floor plans available
9.4
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20 reviews
9.4
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20 reviews
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The food is great, but it is more expensive here. The staff are all very friendly and helpful. I would recommend Fellowship Square Tucson.
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.
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9.2
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86 reviews
9.2
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86 reviews
5 star
56%
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We were not very happy. They asked us to move [name removed] out within a month saying she was not capable of handling it but they refused to refund our deposit. Seemed unfair. Everything was great except...
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.
Broadway Proper Retirement Community offers the beauty and serenity of a desert oasis in the heart of East Tucson. We are located near Udall Park, the Ott Family YMCA, Hilton East, St. Joseph's Hospital, Carondelet Health Network, and both Park Place Mall and Elcon Mall.Along with the warmth of...
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9.2
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4 reviews
9.2
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I want to thank a place for mom for recommending hummingbird Sr Resort Living in sierra vista as a place to take a look at for my father who has dementia. I was skeptical at first as it seemed like the...
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.
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Photo of Prestige Assisted Living at Green Valley
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8.6
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27 reviews
8.6
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27 reviews
5 star
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I highly recommend prestige community! The staff is beyond amazing. These are some of the most kind and caring people I have ever run across, I can't say enough good things about them. The administrative...
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.
Prestige Assisted Living at Green Valley offers all the amenities you’d expect including spacious studio, one-bedroom, and two bedroom apartments. But it’s the warmth, personal care, and comfort that will surprise and delight you… Restaurant style dining, kitchenettes, gathering places, and a...
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Photo of Prestige Assisted Living at Sierra Vista
99 Photos available
8.5
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26 reviews
8.5
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26 reviews
5 star
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8%
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None of the staff is rude or mean. Some are very friendly and Mom likes them. Some are mote average, but still fine.The everyday care is good. Sometimes it's hard to set up things like a haircut or podiatry....
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.
Prestige Assisted Living at Sierra Vista was built in 1999 and remains as the cities most sought after assisted living community. The Prestige promise is to personally touch lives every day. It is a philosophy of caring based on core values that are the center of all we do. Prestige offers all...
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Photo of Cascades of Tucson
1515 Photos available
8.4
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66 reviews
8.4
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66 reviews
5 star
59%
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Based on the experience we have had, we would recommend Cascades of Tucson to other families who may need a place for their loved ones
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.
Life is as vibrant and carefree as you choose to be! You decide when, where and how to enjoy the many pleasures of living at our distinguished Tucson, Arizona retirement community. Intentionally designed with attention to comfort and detail, Cascades was planned specifically to accommodate...
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Photo of Canyon Valley Memory Care Residence
99 Photos available
8.0
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12 reviews
8.0
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12 reviews
5 star
67%
4 star
33%
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The staff is warm and caring. They demonstrate a real love for the residents. The facilities are well maintained present a warm environment. The room sizes are good. The rooms are large enough to accommodate...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
At Canyon Valley Memory Care, residents enjoy an active, engaging lifestyle that promotes wellness and independence. It is our goal to keep our residents linked to resources and opportunities that will fulfill their needs and interests in the Green Valley area. Residents have many opportunities...
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This is a small and quiet community. My loved one enjoys being here. During the tour there were residents that told us that they loved being in the community. The family is happy our loved one is at...
Provides: Assisted 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.
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Photo of Academy Villas
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22 Floor plans available
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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.
Nestled at the base of the Rincon Mountains adjacent to the Saguaro National Park, Academy Villas Assisted Living Home is a 9000 sq.ft. modern Villa. Residents enjoy large, private rooms, spacious common areas, cheerful interiors, large patio and courtyard, scratch-cooked meals, transportation,...
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A low resident to caregiver ratio means residents get more one on one attention. The manager is very nice and accommodating. The home is home-like and kept very clean and safe. Doctors, nurses and...
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.
General Care Home is a 3 bedroom home with very spacious and beautiful backyard. We offer assistance you need while respecting your independence. Nursed owned and operated, our staff are well trained to assist for older adults.
Photo of Park Senior Villas - Houghton
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5.0
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25 reviews
5.0
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25 reviews
5 star
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3 star
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I love it. The community has changed but still happy where I am. All is good or was when [name removed] was there he has been gone for almost 2 years all I know. My husband had wonderful care.
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.
The Villas at Houghton The Villas at Houghton is an assisted living community located in Tucson, Pima County, Arizona that provides quality care for those dealing with dementia or Alzheimer's. This community provides a safe place to live in a location that is great. Guests of the residents of...
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My mom is doing well and she is getting better after she was able to get off some medication. The experience with the community has been excellent for us. They have been good people to work with and I am...
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.
The Villas at Green Valley offers an innovative approach to residential care with our Assisted Living and Dementia Care Neighborhood. Each Villa offers personalized assistance in an individual home setting with a large, friendly living room, an open-air kitchen and dining room, as well as large...
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My dear aunt stays here and has a clean, quiet room to herself. They cook for her and other residents three fresh meals every day ; and she loves it! The new owners and staff at this place are professional...
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.
Quality care, Dignity, and Respect. Kozzy Kare Assisted Living provides your love'd one dignity during these important years. Not only do we provide the best quality care, we treat our residents as one of our own. Our facility is a family oriented facility that encourages family members to be...
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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Sierra Vista doesn't have many chaices to choose from so we ended up going with Garden Terrace but it definitely will not be a permanent stay. The place is very small and they do absolutely no activities...
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.
Welcome to our home! We are a small (10-bed) assisted living home centrally located in beautiful Sierra Vista, AZ. With loving care and a focus on family, we are truly a step ahead of the other homes. Some Key Features: Licensed for all three levels of care Full-time activities director at the...
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
On behalf of our team of caregivers and support staff, thank you for considering our healthcare center. We offer a full range of medical services to meet the individual needs of our residents, including short-term rehabilitative services and long-term skilled care. Working with the resident’s...
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Provides: Memory Care
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.
Welcome to Villa Vista, a beautiful Alzheimer’s and dementia care facility in Sierra Vista. We are proud to provide this premier residential setting for those affected by a gradual loss of memory in all forms of dementia.Our mission is to create joy in our resident’s lives every day. We do this...
Photo of Healing Hearts Assisted Living
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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I would rate the place 6 stars! Other places we looked into they seemed like a place you would go to die, but Via Elegante is a great place to live. My friend has had such a great experience here.The staff...
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.
Via Elegante, Sierra VistaVia Elegante, Sierra Vista is an assisted living community located in Hereford, Cochise County, Arizona. This elegant and luxurious community comes complete with beautiful, landscaped courtyards and gorgeous views of the vast Arizona landscape and the Huachuca Mountains....
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We are happy with Golden Oaks. It's so homey, and the grounds are beautiful, and the aides are so wonderful and helpful. They treat her like a queen and lack for nothing!
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.
Golden Oaks Canyon is a residential care home in Sierra Vista, Arizona, which is located in Cochise County. The serene environment in Sierra Vista will leave you feeling relaxed and at peace. Play an 18 hole round of golf, get pampered at a spa, or tour the many military landmarks available in...
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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.
Golden Oaks Annex Assisted Living is a senior care home in Hereford, AZ, located in Cochise County. Known for its rich history, residents of Hereford can visit our many museums, go bird watching at Ash and Miller Canyons, or enjoy the breathtaking surroundings of this charming city. It is a...

Cost of assisted living in Contention, AZ

The average cost of senior living in Contention is $3,812 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sahuarita, AZ with an average of $3,495 per month.

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

Contention, AZ
$3,812/mo
$4,091/mo
$3,676/mo

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

Contention, AZ
$3,812/mo
$3,759/mo
U.S. national average
$4,562/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,812/mo
$4,618/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,449/mo
Private
$2,950/mo
Studio
$4,364/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,679/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,345/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Contention over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Contention, 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 Contention.

What families are saying about assisted living in Contention

Recent reviews for assisted living in Contention

Kozzy Kare Assisted Living in Tucson, AZ

5.0
Best care my Mother can get. No more worries for me. She is in a clean, caring home. She gets lots of attention and great meals. My mom is so happy there. Everyone is Professional. I am so happy I found Kozzy Kare. I would highly recommended this Kozzy Home for your loved one

Bee Hive Homes Of Green Valley

5.0
My family has been nothing but happy with the the Beehive home. our Mom loves the staff, especially Babs the house manager. They always go the extra mile to ensure her comfort and needs are met.

Cascades of Tucson

4.7
We picked this community, because my loved one walked in and it felt homey.They could improve on the cleaning, and housekeeping could be better trained. It's a good place, and my loved one likes it. I would recommend to other families.

Contention review score based on 80 family reviews

8.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 80 reviews of 56 Contention assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Contention 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

Contention review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Contention, AZ56 facilities
8.9
Tombstone, AZ21 facilities
7.6
Benson, AZ223 facilities

Review subcategories for Contention 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 80 reviews of 56 Contention assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Contention 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
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4.5
Friendliness
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4.6
Care services
4.4
4.2
Staff
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4.5
Meals & dining
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Activities
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Contention assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Contention assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Contention, 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 Contention 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 Contention 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
42.9%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
30.4%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
73.2%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
12.5%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
78.6%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
33.9%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
51.8%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Contention 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 Contention Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
42.9%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
21.4%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
48.2%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
19.6%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Contention 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 Contention partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Contention, AZNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
1.8%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26.8%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
17.9%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.5%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.4%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Contention 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 Contention communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Contention, AZNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
17.9%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
19.6%
42%
Room service
Room service
21.4%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Contention 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 Contention offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Contention, AZNational
Activity director
Activity director
26.8%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.5%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
10.7%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
26.8%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.6%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.9%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
23.2%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.2%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16.1%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.6%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
26.8%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
19.6%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
26.8%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Contention

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 Contention protect seniors.

Learn about Arizona Assisted Living regulations

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