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Photo of Thunderbird Senior Living
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My mother is so happy there, which makes us all so happy. Everyone is so upbeat, friendly and positive. Such a wonderful community.
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.
When you think of retirement living, what do you see? If cookie-cutter apartments, quiet hallways, bland food and stereotypical activities come to mind, then think again. Over twenty years of experience have taught us that today's seniors want more choices and are leading a more active lifestyle...
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The Activities Director, the Marketing Director, the Community Relations Counselor and the Transportation Department at Acoya Troon are superb. They stand out in the Assistent Living arena. The energy and...
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 love that we have a line dancing group. We have been practicing and performing for about 3 years. New members are starting to join. It’s a lot of fun.
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.
You're going to feel right at home here. The Enclave at Chandler Senior Living offers a wonderful blend of urban life with beautiful park-like surroundings. And the contrast between the desert landscape and the city is awe-inspiring. The Arizona Railway Museum, a variety of golf courses, and the...
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I would rate each one with a five. Cadence was a great place. Everyone from staff to resident are so friendly and welcoming. The place was clean and more importantly, it didn't smell. Food was really good....
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.
Imagine living in a beautiful setting designed to bring out the very best in you. Say hello to Cadence Chandler, a dynamic retirement community offering an upscale lifestyle with rich amenities and engaging holistic programming for every part of life, including independent and assisted living...
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Staff are kind and caring, but not enough of them sometimes. Activities are very good, music, bingo, crafts etc. Dining is quite good, even my picky mother is quite happy. Overall I highly recommend.
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.
Adventure ReadyLocated between the residential and commercial areas of Mesa, Arizona, our assisted living and memory care community offers residents a combination of peaceful country life and convenient access to grocery stores, doctors offices, and more. You will never find yourself wanting for...
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What we like the most about the community is that they include the residence as apart of their family. It's clean and my mother is well taken care of.
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.
LET US CARE FOR YOUNeed help with your activities of the daily living We Can Help!We know that choosing a place might be stressful, here at La Bella Vita we can provide and assist clients that are in needing help from simple daily needs to the more comprehensive care. We cater to them all. As a...
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1. Our cleaning lady has been here 24 years. The two ladies we first met have been in the industry several years. 2. Definitely clean and comfortable. 3. Everyone his outstanding - residents and service...
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.
The Forum at Desert Harbor is located on the shore of Desert Harbor Lake, with beautiful views of the surrounding waterfront. We are just around the corner from picturesque Sun City, and minutes from the 101 Loop access to Phoenix and the airport. We pride ourselves in our continued effort to...
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A mixed bag, mostly good. Staff and residents very friendly, very nice, staff very helpful. Food is very good, and a good variety. Apartment size is good for me. Wear and tear on the apartment is evident,...
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.
At our independent, assisted living and memory care community in Phoenix, Arizona, you can enjoy all the comforts of retirement without the burdens of home ownership, cleaning, cooking, and more. Instead of wasting your energy on the responsibilities you’ve carried for decades, you can wake up...
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Staff are very friendly and engaged, taking an interest to personally know the residents. Activities seem varied with a lot of areas to gather. Cleanliness is very high. Food is OK. It offers great amenities...
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.
These Are The Best YearsThe seniors you see here may be part of our assisted living and memory care community in Phoenix, but we like to think of them as family. Each and every person who walks through our door is an individual with a unique story and background, and a host of personal interests....
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I was there visiting my mom this week. What a wonderful group of people in that staff, led by [name removed], [name removed], [name removed], and the rest of the fabulous staff. They engage all the residents...
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.
Nestled in the heart of an established, quiet neighborhood on a 22-acre campus in North Scottsdale, Pueblo Norte Senior Living Community offers a unique blend of residential and health care services that have provided a continuum of care to area seniors for almost 30 years. A large number of our...
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Photo of Palos Verdes Senior Living
11 Video available
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We give Palos Verde an overall 4. The facility is beautiful and well kept. The staff was very caring. In our situation most of the family was out of state with one member local. Those of us out of state...
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.
In order to prevent the spread of COVID-19 within our communities, we are not accepting visitors at this time. However, we’d still love to talk with you! Reach out to schedule a virtual tour or e-meeting with a sales representative to learn more about our community. Palos Verdes is the premier...
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My sister was happy there. She was there because I was taking care of her and needed a break. The staff was very pleasant/ helpful.
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.
Trustwell Living at Kingswood Place is a gracious assisted living community located in a quiet neighborhood in Surprise, Arizona. We are located just two miles north of Surprise Community Park. Many residents and their families enjoy the park for its many recreational activities as well as close...
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Good looking modern facility. It is well maintained, but has the same issues as a long term hotel. Some things break and it take a few days for repairs to be accomplished. The staff is very friendly and...
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.
With more than 30 thriving communities, Cadence Living® is proud to offer a safe, friendly and comfortable environment for thousands of happy residents across the country to call home. Our experienced leadership and team members serve with integrity, compassion and expertise as they strive to...
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Nice and clean place. Good, qualified and friendly staff. Fresh baked cookies daily which the residents love. Administrative and nursing g personnel easily available for questions and or concerns. Front desk...
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.
Home Sweet HomeAre you ready to redefine independence? If so, our assisted living and memory care community in Scottsdale, Arizona is ready to welcome you with open arms. You’ll find that once you let go of the cumbersome chores like home maintenance and cleaning, you will have ample time to...
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They are very attentive to moms needs, she's always clean and well cared for and fed three square meals a day. While they don't have many activities for them, most of the people are end stage Alzheimer's or...
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.
Our Mission To make a positive difference in the lives of the seniors under our care. To promote our clients independence, dignity and respect. To exceed our clients expectations. To Care, Love, Listen, and an extra hug when needed. Dolce Vita Assisted Living has been in business since 2004. The...
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My mother has Alzheimer's and has been in Marigold Assisted LIving for two years. The experience has been amazing. The daily care and empathy provided to is top notch as is the medical care and staff. I...
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.
Our Philosophy is Simple:We believe that caring for our elders is an important service to the community. It is our way of showing appreciation for their lifetime of hard work and love that they have showered upon their family and society. We strive not only to provide a competent and...
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The facilities and staff are both excellent. Unfortunately it was not a great fit for my mom and we've had to move her out. The biggest problem we had was the medical support she needed wasn't available. She...
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.
Clearwater Ahwatukee offers you a warm and welcoming senior living experience with luxurious services and amenities that put it a cut above the rest. You’ll feel at home right away with our friendly staff and residents, bright and spacious apartments, and community perks like a saltwater pool and...
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My mom was a resident at the Valencia care home. She was not only cared for with the highest quality any daughter could ask for but the upmost, respect that she deserved. Huge thanks to [names removed] 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.
The Valencia Home 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 nurse, a...
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We have had mom at Morningstar for 2 months. Pros: right size community with attentive and compassionate people. Apartments are well maintained, modern and clean. Many options for activities and physical...
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.
Assisted LivingFor our Assisted Living residents, MorningStar offers four levels of help with the activities of daily living: minimal; moderate; more frequent and intensive; and extensive. In all cases, around-the-clock Care Managers ensure your safety and meet your needs.It is our staff's...
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It was large enough that she'd have people to interact with and make friends. I would recommend to others. [name removed] seems to feel well cared for.
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.
Assisted Living For our Assisted Living residents, MorningStar offers four levels of help with the activities of daily living: minimal; moderate; more frequent and intensive; and extensive. In all cases, around-the-clock Care Managers ensure your safety and meet your needs. It is our staff's...
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They have done a great job keeping the residents busy and safe. It is a clean and friendly community. I couldn't ask for more.
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 Auberge at Peoria is a neighborhood specially designed to serve the needs of individuals living with Alzheimer's disease, dementia and other forms of memory loss. Every day we make it a goal to go above and beyond to enrich the lives of our residents. The staff is committed to delivering a...
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What we like the most about Arbor Ridge is the staff. The staff and residents were very friendly, positive and helpful; location was great for fast food, grocery, Walmart, shopping, doctors...
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.
Located in the heart of Peoria with proximity to the Center for the Performing  Arts, Amethyst Senior Living Community offers the lifestyle that's just right for you. With beautifully landscaped grounds and stunning Spanish-style architecture, this peaceful and picturesque community is an...
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Every thing has been positive. The dining experience has been hit or miss with most being hits. The staff is always very friendly and helpful. The people are friendly. So far so good!
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.
The Amethyst Gardens offers a plethora of activities that range from daily exercise classes and pool activities to mall shopping, casino day trips, and cultural events. Join us for bingo, bridge, or live musical entertainment in our spacious, formal great room. The Amethyst Garden's mission is to...
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What we like the most about the community is that the grounds around the outside of the building are always perfect, the floor plan is great, and the caregivers are very nice
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 Gardens at Ocotillo provide premium independent living, assisted living and memory care in Chandler, Arizona. Our new community delivers affordable luxury with At Your Service hospitality and concierge services. Our services can help you with the transition to our community through packing...
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I can't say enough good things about MorningStar. They took great care of my father. They were in touch with me often. The staff is very caring. We would absolutely recommend MorningStar at Arrowhead to...
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.
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Cost of assisted living in Maricopa County, AZ

The average cost of senior living in Maricopa County is $3,630 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Gila Bend, AZ with an average of $2,995 per month.

Assisted living costs in Maricopa County, AZ, vs. nearby counties

Maricopa County, AZ
$3,630/mo
$3,135/mo
$3,575/mo

Assisted living costs in Maricopa County, AZ, vs. state and national averages

Maricopa County, AZ
$3,630/mo
$3,762/mo
U.S. national average
$4,558/mo

Assisted living costs in Maricopa County, AZ, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,630/mo
$4,514/mo

Assisted living costs in Maricopa County, AZ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,343/mo
Studio
$3,971/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,761/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,886/mo

Senior living costs in Maricopa County 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: Maricopa County, AZ
Column state: Arizona
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMaricopa County, AZArizonaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,630/mo$3,762/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$4,514/mo$4,493/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,054/mo$3,744/mo$4,017/mo
Assisted Living
Maricopa County, AZ:$3,630/mo
Arizona:$3,762/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Maricopa County, AZ:$4,514/mo
Arizona:$4,493/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Maricopa County, AZ:$3,054/mo
Arizona:$3,744/mo
U.S.:$4,017/mo
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Assisted living costs in Maricopa County, AZ, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Maricopa County 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.

Maricopa County, AZAZ stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Maricopa County, AZ

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Maricopa County 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
Maricopa County, AZ$4,833/mo$4,605/mo+5.0%
Arizona$4,804/mo$4,568/mo+5.2%
National$5,374/mo$5,126/mo+4.8%
Maricopa County, AZ
2024 average cost:$4,833/mo
2023 average cost:$4,605/mo
Percent change:+5.0%
Arizona
2024 average cost:$4,804/mo
2023 average cost:$4,568/mo
Percent change:+5.2%
National
2024 average cost:$5,374/mo
2023 average cost:$5,126/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Maricopa County, 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 Maricopa County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Maricopa County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Maricopa County

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.

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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Maricopa County review score based on 1,386 family reviews

8.2
Review score630 facilities1386 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 1386 reviews of 630 Maricopa County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Maricopa County 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

Maricopa County review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Maricopa County, AZ630 facilities
9.3
Goodyear, AZ26 facilities
8.8
Avondale, AZ36 facilities

Review subcategories for Maricopa County 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 1,386 reviews of 630 Maricopa County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Maricopa County 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.
Maricopa County, AZ averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
4.0
Friendliness
4.1
4.0
Care services
3.6
3.7
Staff
3.9
3.9
Meals & dining
3.6
3.6
Activities
3.6
3.6
Value for cost*
3.7
3.6
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Maricopa County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Maricopa County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Maricopa County, 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 Maricopa County 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 Maricopa County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Maricopa County, AZNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
51.4%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
44.4%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
83.8%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.7%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
57.5%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
17.1%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.7%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
41.6%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
58.7%
54.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Maricopa County 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 Maricopa County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Maricopa County, AZNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
55.6%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
23.8%
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
15.9%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Maricopa County 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 Maricopa County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Maricopa County, AZNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.7%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26.5%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
26.5%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.4%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.7%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Maricopa County 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 Maricopa County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Maricopa County, AZNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
18.1%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
21%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
22.5%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Maricopa County 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 Maricopa County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Maricopa County, AZNational
Activity director
Activity director
25.1%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
19.4%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.6%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
34.9%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
31.9%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.6%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
21.1%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
19.8%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18.9%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
27.9%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
29.2%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
17.5%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.8%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
27.5%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Maricopa County

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 Maricopa County protect seniors.
Learn about Arizona assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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