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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.
The Moon Valley Assisted Living LLC is a residential care home located in sunny Phoenix, Arizona in Maricopa County. The city of Phoenix is an active metropolitan area with an active lifestyle and plenty of recreational opportunities to enjoy. The city gets about 300 days of sunshine each year,...
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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.
Grace and Mercy Assisted Living is a residential care home located in Maricopa County in Phoenix, Arizona. This capital city is one of the most interesting and unique cities in Arizona. Located within the beautiful Arizona desert with glorious mountain ranges in the background, Phoenix is home to...
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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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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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Overall I thought they did a good job here, we just had a few specific issues that cause it not to work out well for us. The facility itself was nice looking, and always clean and well kept. The staff were...
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.
Here at Golden memories in Phoenix, AZ you will find fantastic senior care for your loved one. This facility offers assisted living care, Alzheimer's care, and respite care. The levels of Alzheimer's disease accepted is stages one, two , three and four. Dementia services are also available and...
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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.
Advanced Care Homes, a professional Residential Care Home organizations, is pleased to offer Bethany Gardens Assisted Living as our flag ship location in the the Central Corridor of Phoenix, not far from Arcadia or Scottsdale. We could write a book about what sets our Homes apart from the...
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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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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.
Palmaritas Care Home is located in sunny Phoenix, Arizona and can be the ideal senior living spot for your elderly parent. We are known for the best care possible when it comes to helping senior citizens adjust to life in a retirement facility. We have nurses on staff all the time, providing...
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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.
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Cost of assisted living in Desert Wind Ii, AZ

The average cost of senior living in Desert Wind Ii is $3,638 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Stotonic Village, AZ with an average of $3,390 per month.

Assisted living costs in Desert Wind Ii, AZ, vs. nearby cities

Desert Wind Ii, AZ
$3,638/mo

Assisted living costs in Desert Wind Ii, AZ, vs. state and national averages

Desert Wind Ii, AZ
$3,638/mo
$3,762/mo
U.S. national average
$4,558/mo

Assisted living costs in Desert Wind Ii, AZ, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,638/mo
$4,499/mo

Assisted living costs in Desert Wind Ii, AZ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,956/mo
Private
$4,471/mo
Studio
$5,334/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,462/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,263/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,090/mo

Senior living costs in Desert Wind Ii 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: Desert Wind Ii, AZ
Column state: Arizona
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDesert Wind Ii, AZArizonaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,638/mo$3,762/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$4,499/mo$4,493/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,751/mo$3,744/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Desert Wind Ii, AZ:$3,638/mo
Arizona:$3,762/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Desert Wind Ii, AZ:$4,499/mo
Arizona:$4,493/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Desert Wind Ii, AZ:$3,751/mo
Arizona:$3,744/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Desert Wind Ii, AZ, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Desert Wind Ii 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 Desert Wind Ii, AZ

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Desert Wind Ii 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Desert Wind Ii, AZ$4,889/mo$4,754/mo+2.9%
Arizona$4,815/mo$4,570/mo+5.4%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Desert Wind Ii, AZ
2024 average cost:$4,889/mo
2023 average cost:$4,754/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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 Desert Wind Ii, 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 Desert Wind Ii.

What families are saying about assisted living in Desert Wind Ii

Recent reviews for assisted living in Desert Wind Ii

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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Amber Creek Inn Memory Care in Scottsdale, AZ

5.0
My mother was only there a month and a half before she passed, but I was very pleased with my experience at Amber Creek. The administration was organized, and the nursing staff was wonderful - very caring and attentive to my mother. The facility was less expensive than what I was paying in WA ...
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Desert Wind Ii review score based on 300 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 300 reviews of 159 Desert Wind Ii assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Desert Wind Ii 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

Desert Wind Ii review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Desert Wind Ii, AZ159 facilities
8.1
Paradise Valley, AZ233 facilities
8.8
Scottsdale, AZ163 facilities

Review subcategories for Desert Wind Ii 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 300 reviews of 159 Desert Wind Ii assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Desert Wind Ii 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
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
4.2
4.1
Care services
3.4
3.8
Staff
4.0
4.0
Meals & dining
3.7
3.6
Activities
3.7
3.7
Value for cost*
3.8
3.7
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Desert Wind Ii assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Desert Wind Ii assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Desert Wind Ii, 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 Desert Wind Ii 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 Desert Wind Ii 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
57.2%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
53.5%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
80.5%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.7%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
62.3%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
19.5%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
91.2%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
45.9%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
69.8%
54.5%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Desert Wind Ii 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 Desert Wind Ii 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
61.6%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
27.7%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
52.2%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.7%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Desert Wind Ii 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 Desert Wind Ii partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.9%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.7%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
32.7%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40.3%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.9%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Desert Wind Ii 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 Desert Wind Ii communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
18.9%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20.1%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
28.3%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Desert Wind Ii 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 Desert Wind Ii offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
26.4%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.8%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.5%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.9%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40.9%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45.3%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
21.4%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20.1%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20.1%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
34%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
37.1%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
17.6%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.7%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Desert Wind Ii

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 Desert Wind Ii protect seniors.
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Acoya Shea by Cogir, Atria Park of Sierra Pointe and Truewood by Merrill, Scottsdale are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Desert Wind Ii, Arizona. See full list of communities.
There are 219 assisted living facilities near Desert Wind Ii, Arizona. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Desert Wind Ii, Arizona are McDowell Village, The Oaks and The Gardens of Sun City. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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