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Photo of Revel Scottsdale
2525 Photos available
1111 Floor plans available
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50 reviews
10
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From the moment we toured Revel, I knew my mom was in good hands.[Name Removed] welcomed us warmly, he gave us a thoughtful tour and truly listened to my mom’s concerns about moving from a single-family home...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
DON’T RETIRE, REVELAt Revel, you’re more than just a resident; you’re a member of a thriving independent living community that feels more like a retreat than retirement. Your resident membership includes everything you need to live life on your own terms in this empowering community, including...
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Photo of LifeStream at GlendaleCommunity card badge
77 Photos available
9.9
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51 reviews
9.9
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51 reviews
5 star
63%
4 star
25%
3 star
8%
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Overall I'd give it a 5 for cleanliness, as well as the attentiveness and friendliness of all staff members. They offered a variety of activities that residents could participate in if they chose. The...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
LifeStream Complete Senior Living at Glendale is conveniently located in Glendale - close to doctors, hospital and shopping. Every apartment features a 24-hour response system, free utilities (except phone), spacious closets, Cox cable, full size refrigerator/freezer, and individually controlled...
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11 Video available
1414 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
9.9
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111 reviews
9.9
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111 reviews
5 star
64%
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29%
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Oasis has been a great place for my mom. Unfortunately we have to find a new location for my mom that is a Memory Care facility. She has recently been diagnosed with Alzheimer's.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Mesa Palms is conveniently located next to the Mesa Country Club, shopping, health care and recreation in beautiful Mesa, Arizona. Mesa Palms is managed by S.L. Start & Associates. S.L. Start is a leader in the field of services to people and has been providing services since 1979. S.L. Start...
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11 Video available
1212 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.9
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199 reviews
9.9
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199 reviews
5 star
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From the moment I toured Atria Chandler Villas, I knew it was special. As I am now a new resident, I can confirm that it is. All of the staff and crew have been warm and caring and have acted iimmediately...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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 Atria Chandler Villas, residents will discover a welcoming independent senior living community nestled in the heart of Chandler, Arizona. The area’s Spanish-style architecture is reflected in the red-tile roofs and soft desert colors throughout each spacious apartment.We have been in business...
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2626 Photos available
9.8
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10 reviews
9.8
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Definitely a 5 on all. I love this place, and am quite happy with the people who run the complex ... from the administrative staff to the maintenance crew. Most of the residents are friendly (there always...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Mera City Center is a resort-style, 55 and older active adult community in Surprise, Arizona, a western suburb of Phoenix. This brand new senior community brings a maintenance-free lifestyle opportunity for Phoenix adults who are ready to live actively and without the everyday stresses of owning...
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77 Photos available
9.8
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141 reviews
9.8
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5 star
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They have comfortable, good size apartments. The staff is very helpful, the breakfasts are good. I would recommend the community to others who searching for one.
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.
Bella Vista Senior Living has been serving the Mesa community for over 40 years. With recently updated apartments Bella Vista is now updating the community with a fresh new look for our residents to enjoy.Our same great service, robust activities program and friendly residents remains unwaivering.
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11 Video available
1010 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
9.7
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85 reviews
9.7
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85 reviews
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We were very fortunate they had an opening on the memory care unit when needing placement for my dad as there is currently a waiting list! Being a nurse I have had the experience of visiting/working in...
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.
Mountain Park Senior Living is the premier senior living community in Ahwatukee, Arizona. We offer independent living, assisted living and Dementia/Memory Care in Ahwatukee, a suburb of Phoenix, Arizona.Mountain Park Senior Living puts a new level of affordable luxury within your reach -...
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11 Video available
1212 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
9.7
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122 reviews
9.7
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122 reviews
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Atria is a great place! It's in north Scottsdale so I understand the cost is a little bit higher due to being in that area, but with my Mom being on a fixed income we had to do a few things to make it work...
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.
Our luxurious, resort-style community is situated in a residential neighborhood in North Scottsdale with stunning mountain views and kaleidoscopic sunsets. We're within walking distance of shopping, dining and banking less than 20 miles from downtown Phoenix. Atria Park of Sierra Pointe has...
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11 Video available
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9.7
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55 reviews
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Glencroft is not a warehouse for the old. Lots to do here, lots of people to interact with and a nice variety of good food to enjoy. Most of the staff are really pleasant and friendly and always helpful. 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.
Glencroft is an assisted living community located in the city of Glendale, Arizona in the county of Maricopa. Glendale is a city that is absolutely filled with both natural and architectural beauty. Glendale homes magnify the natural beauty of the desert landscape that surrounds the area. Nearby...
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1010 Photos available
9.7
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113 reviews
9.7
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I can't write enough good things about Holiday Vista and it's staff. Everyone has been so friendly and helpful from the initial contact right through the move in. [name removed] was so wonderful! She...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Vista de la Montana provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. If you like your days sunny, dry and steeped in the beauty of the Arizona countryside, then you've found your new home. Not only do residents enjoy the tastefulness and friendliness of our charming...
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Photo of Fellowship Square Historic Mesa at Brown and Center
2121 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.7
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188 reviews
9.7
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188 reviews
5 star
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Good food, facilities, and staff is friendly and responsive. They can feel comfortable with leaving their loved ones there. They are in good hands.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Fellowship Square Historic Mesa is non-profit Independent Living retirement community, founded on Christian values. We offer 415 apartments ranging from studios to one and 2 bedroom apartments amid a grassy, beautifully landscaped community.Located just north of historic downtown Mesa on the...
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11 Video available
1717 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
9.7
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96 reviews
9.7
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96 reviews
5 star
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Very friendly staff, most of which have been working at the facility for more than five years. They got to know my mom on day one and checked on her frequently her first few days there to make sure she was...
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.
Everyone has their own perception of what living at a senior community is like. We here at McDowell Village would like to invite you in to take a look.Our apartments are second to none. They range in size from 648 to 1300 square feet, and all of the apartments feature fully-equipped kitchens,...
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55 Photos available
9.6
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50 reviews
9.6
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50 reviews
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All staff are very friendly, like they really like their job. I have 2 good size rooms, my dog and I are very comfortable. All meals are very satisfying. I am thankful.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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 Vista del Rio
11 Video available
1616 Photos available
2020 Floor plans available
9.6
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127 reviews
9.6
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127 reviews
5 star
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Both my mother-in-law who is 93 and my mother who is 78 lived there and they love it. The majority of the staff usually has a smile on their face from the minute. I walked in. They made me feel at home and...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Vista del Rio provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Situated on a quiet campus in the heart of Peoria, a beautiful northwestern suburb of Phoenix, we offer a peaceful environment with access to all the convenience of a major metropolitan area. We're just...
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2222 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.6
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120 reviews
9.6
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120 reviews
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All are a 5. I'm very happy with the whole experience and placement of my mom. Friendly and welcoming staff, management's attention to needs and communicating care plans, cost of care much less than previous...
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.
Sun City West Assisted living provides personalized assisted living and memory care services for each individual resident. We are located in Sun City West, Arizona, nearby multiple country clubs, golf courses and restaurants!Our beautiful community features a large outdoor patio space...
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Photo of Fellowship Square Phoenix (a Life Plan Community)
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9.6
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35 reviews
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Everyone has been extremely helpful. They have made my mom feel welcome in both rehab and her new apartment. We have yet to encounter anybody who's been rude or disrespectful, everyone has been so kind. Love...
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 Fellowship Square Phoenix, we offer the full continuum of senior living options, all on one campus: Independent and Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Skilled Nursing. We also provide Supportive Services, Medicare-certified Home Health, Outpatient Rehab, and Physical Therapy. Our Outpatient...
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1414 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
9.5
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76 reviews
9.5
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76 reviews
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Cafe food is good but gets repetitive and can lose interest Purge your belongings! You don't need a lot of stuff - it's not a house! I would recommend to others
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.
We can't wait for you to call The Enclave at Anthem Senior Living, in Anthem, Arizona, home. This small-town packs a punch when it comes to majestic vistas, massive open space areas, and best-in-class shopping. With nearly 200 golf courses in the area it's a golfer's dream. In addition, you're...
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2222 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.5
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68 reviews
9.5
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68 reviews
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I believe everything is very nice except the food. It definitely needs improvement. Great apartment size. I would recommend this community to others who are currently searching. Friendly staff, great place...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Solstice Senior Living at Sun City West boasts a resort-style setting surrounded by golf courses in Sun City West, where our residents enjoy easy access to community centers, pools and sports courts. Family members and caregivers find comfort in the availability of on-site personal care...
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11 Video available
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9.5
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55 reviews
9.5
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55 reviews
5 star
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The facility was very clean and recently updated making it bright and it didn't feel old and tired. The staff was friendly and went above and beyond in showing the different apartments available and even...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Experience the best of the Arizona lifestyle with Westgate Village. Conveniently located in Glendale, Westgate Village offers year-round sunshine and resort-like amenities, all within 30 minutes of downtown Phoenix. This brand new independent senior living community is close to the Westgate...
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55 Photos available
9.5
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13 reviews
9.5
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13 reviews
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Management has been extremely helpful, kind and thoughtful. I'm enjoying the people I've met. They are super engaging and friendly. Lots of activities sponsored by Mera and the residents.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Mera Westgate is a resort-style, 55 and older active adult community in Glendale, Arizona, a northern suburb of Phoenix. This brand new senior community brings a maintenance-free lifestyle opportunity for Phoenix adults who are ready to live actively and without the everyday stresses of owning a...
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9.5
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10 reviews
9.5
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10 reviews
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We have been really happy with Acoya Shea. The facility is beautiful! Everyone is friendly. There are lots of activities for those who enjoy keeping active. My mom participates in the 2x's week exercise...
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.
ACOYA Shea is a new senior living community in Scottsdale, AZ, focusing on luxury and comfort. Offering Independent Living, Assisted Living, and the revolutionary Revere? Memory Care, ACOYA Shea is the epitome of comfort, with limitless amenities and services to please the most discerning...
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66 Photos available
9.5
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51 reviews
9.5
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51 reviews
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There is new management so I'm waiting to see if there are changes and how that impacts my family members care. Assisted living- care givers treat family like their family. Responsive. Gentle. Memory 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.
Located just minutes from historic Old Town Scottsdale, The Gardens of Scottsdale sits in the heart of one of 'America's Most Livable Cities' near two major Arizona State Routes. We pride ourselves in our commitment to preserve dignity, nurture the spirits of our residents, celebrate...
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99 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.5
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28 reviews
9.5
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28 reviews
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This has been a great place since I moved in a for years back. The new owners are making great changes. The food is excellent and the staff is friendly.
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.
Truewood by Merrill, Scottsdale is in the vibrant heart of Scottsdale, with easy access to Phoenix, Mesa, and Tempe, Arizona. It truly is at the center of it all, near shopping, restaurants, and world-class medical centers. Truewood by Merrill, Scottsdale is a beautiful place to live with a...
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11 Video available
2121 Photos available
1212 Floor plans available
9.5
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90 reviews
9.5
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90 reviews
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Quality of care so far seems to be a five. The cleanliness and friendliness are also a five as well as the administrative staff. The food itself is very good, but service is slow and not always responsive so...
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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1010 Photos available
1212 Floor plans available
9.4
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81 reviews
9.4
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81 reviews
5 star
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We would rate the overall experience a 4.5. Although we only stayed at The Palms for 2 months, we did like it pretty well. The apartment had good storage and a laundry on the balcony. The management kept the...
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.
Situated in the heart of Sun City, just one block north of Bell Road and one block west of 99th Avenue, The Palms at Sun City is a vibrant community designed to help our seniors enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle – and experience greater well-being.This inviting resort style residence...
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Cost of independent living in Buckeye, AZ

The average cost of senior living in Buckeye is $2,999 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Prescott Valley, AZ with an average of $2,693 per month.

Independent living costs in Buckeye, AZ, vs. nearby cities

Buckeye, AZ
$2,999/mo
$3,320/mo

Independent living costs in Buckeye, AZ, vs. state and national averages

Buckeye, AZ
$2,999/mo
$3,050/mo
U.S. national average
$3,510/mo

Independent living costs in Buckeye, AZ, vs. other senior living options

$5,961/mo
Independent Living
$2,999/mo

Independent living costs in Buckeye, AZ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,135/mo
Studio
$2,789/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,242/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,585/mo

Senior living costs in Buckeye 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: Buckeye, AZ
Column state: Arizona
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBuckeye, AZArizonaU.S.
Independent Living$2,999/mo$3,050/mo$3,510/mo
Assisted Living$5,002/mo$5,047/mo$5,805/mo
Memory Care$5,961/mo$6,006/mo$6,971/mo
Independent Living
Buckeye, AZ:$2,999/mo
Arizona:$3,050/mo
U.S.:$3,510/mo
Assisted Living
Buckeye, AZ:$5,002/mo
Arizona:$5,047/mo
U.S.:$5,805/mo
Memory Care
Buckeye, AZ:$5,961/mo
Arizona:$6,006/mo
U.S.:$6,971/mo
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Independent living costs in Buckeye, AZ, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Buckeye 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.

Buckeye, AZAZ stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Buckeye, AZ

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Buckeye 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
Buckeye, AZ$3,008/mo$2,949/mo+2.0%
Arizona$3,076/mo$2,982/mo+3.2%
National$3,411/mo$3,314/mo+2.9%
Buckeye, AZ
2024 average cost:$3,008/mo
2023 average cost:$2,949/mo
Percent change:+2.0%
Arizona
2024 average cost:$3,076/mo
2023 average cost:$2,982/mo
Percent change:+3.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,411/mo
2023 average cost:$3,314/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Buckeye

Recent reviews for independent living in Buckeye

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.

Solterra Senior Living in Chandler, AZ

4.0
My loved one was only here for a short respite stay. The only thing that she really complained about is that they didn't always knock before they came in. We had arranged for a female to come and do the shower on a certain day, and a male showed up on a different day to help her. She liked the ...
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The Palazzo in Phoenix, AZ

4.4
People and staff are friendly and activities are great! My mom has been concerned about food quality lately and knows there have been meetings regarding overall impressions of food. I would recommend The Palazzo to others looking.

Buckeye independent living services and amenities

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

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Buckeye independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Buckeye partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Buckeye, AZNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.1%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.3%
34%
No sugar
No sugar
26.1%
31.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27%
33.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8%
7.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Buckeye independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Buckeye communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Buckeye, AZNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.4%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
31.5%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
29%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.6%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Buckeye independent 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 independent living communities in Buckeye offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Buckeye, AZNational
Activity director
Activity director
32.1%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.6%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23%
32.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.5%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.9%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
29%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.3%
37.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.1%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.8%
47.4%
Live performances
Live performances
35.5%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
24.7%
32.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.7%
39.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.1%
46.9%
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