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Photo of Brookdale East Arbor
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33 Floor plans available
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You don’t ever want to think about the day that you have to move a parent to assisted-living. They don’t ever want to admit that they need so much help as they become elderly. The decision is emotional and...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
There’s A Reason They Call Them Golden YearsIf you’re ready to make the most of your golden years, our assisted living community in Mesa, Arizona could be the place for you. Surrounded by a warm and friendly community of seniors and a dedicated care team, you can have the care you need while...
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Photo of Albany Apartments
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We picked this community, for two main reasons: Price, and W/D in individual units. Definitely worth a look! Management and maintenance are responsive and helpful. I would recommend to other families.
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.
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I liked that my mom had access to some pretty good food. She loved the baked potatoes. And maybe she didn't feel alone all the time. They also offered rides to appointments and to stores. Everyone there was...
Provides: Independent Living
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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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The staff is very friendly and caring. They treat the residents with kindness and respect. My mom has had to go into memory care there and I don't feel I need to worry about her safety. The food was pretty...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Ranch Estates of Tucson is senior living at its finest. We are located in the beautiful Casas Adobes area of Tucson, near Oro Valley. Our community includes assisted living and memory care services and amenities catered to the individual. The Ranch Estates of Tucson is much more than senior...
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Photo of Legacy Retirement Residence of Mesa
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Assisted living rates 5 memory care 4. Really terrific people there. I would say overall we have been very happy and in main part by the extremely caring staff. The staff makes all the difference in the...
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.
Welcome to Legacy Retirement Mesa, recent recipient of the APFM "Best of Senior Living" 2023 award/recognition. Legacy Retirement is conveniently located in Northeast Mesa and offers Independent, Assisted Living and Memory Care apartments, while we're "Serving You Like Family." Our spacious...
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Yes I would recommend but would be a little too expensive for me - I know that can't be helped!Experience has been pretty good. Patient is a bit of a challenge but they're handling her pretty well. Food is...
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.
If there comes a time when your mom or dad needs more help to get through their day, Caliche Senior Living's assisted living care services can help. In addition to the usual meals, activities, and maintenance, your mom or dad can also get any combination of support services like medication...
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Photo of Brookdale North Mesa
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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.
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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Photo of Park Senior Villas - La Cañada
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It is a perfect place for [name removed] because the caregivers are great and he only wants to interact with others at meal time.
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 Villas at La Canada is an affordable assisted living community and memory care provider located in northwest Tucson, Pima County, Arizona. Uniquely placed in a beautiful residential setting, The Villas at La Canada is a warm, supportive place to call home, and a wonderful place for friends...
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Photo of Fairwinds - Desert Point
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What we like the most about Fairwinds - Desert Point is the friendliness of employees and the other residents. Employees are very helpful. Lots of activities to keep us busy.
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.
Fairwinds - Desert Point offers luxurious apartment homes in a fun and active retirement community. We are very proud to be managed by Leisure Care, who leads the industry in the development and management of retirement communities that are all about Five-Star Fun. At Fairwinds - Desert Point, we...
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Photo of Beehive Homes of Marana
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My mom is now approaching two years of residency at Beehive Homes of Marana. This home is very well managed, staffed, and always extremely clean. The manager [name removed] is very hands on and is always...
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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Photo of Brookdale Chandler Ray Road
11 Video available
99 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
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The staff is kind and caring, they do try to be as helpful as they can within the guidelines of the residents care level. Properly prepared food would be an improvement. They tend to either over cook many...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Where Retirement Is An AdventureRetirement shouldn’t mean sacrifice; it should mean adventure. This is your opportunity to release the burdens of chores and everyday life in exchange for time freedom. Without the responsibilities of things like home maintenance, cleaning, and cooking, you...
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Photo of Brookdale Santa Catalina
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5s across the board for Brookdale Santa Catalina. Our loved one loves the meals that are served and the beautiful nature and wildlife he is able to see being next to the mountains. He can see deer, bobcats,...
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.
Are you ready for fewer chores and more adventures?Come see if our continuing care retirement community, or CCRC, with independent living, assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing all on one campus is the right fit for you. We’re a rental CCRC. That means you’ll pay a monthly rental fee...
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Photo of La Sonora at Dove Mountain
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My loved one was previously a resident at La Sonora at Dove Mountain and the overall experience was good. The friendliness was great. The staff and care services were good. Several of the employees there...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Photo of Savanna House
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I like that there's a lot of activities to keep my dad busy and social. However, the dining area needs to hire quality staff for serving and cooking. The chef that was there when my dad first moved there...
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.
Welcome to Savanna House Assisted Living & Memory Care!If you’re looking for a safe, lively and inviting new home for yourself or a loved one, you’ve come to the right place. At Savanna House Assisted Living & Memory Care, our staff takes pride in providing seniors with a community worthy...
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Photo of Sage Mesa
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I am satisfied and comfortable here. It is in a great location for stores I use. Apartment sizes are Just right for me; 2 adults could live here. I would recommend Sage Mesa Senior Apartments to others...
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.
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Photo of Springdale Village
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My mom has recently moved into this community and I am happy with how things are going so far. I have had a peace of mind since she made the move and am comfortable with the care they are providing her. I...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Springdale Village assisted living is located in the peaceful town of Mesa, Arizona and is the third largest city in the State. Come and enjoy the warm, temperate climate that Maricopa County is famous for. Immerse yourself in a community that has so much to offer. The next time family is in...
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Photo of The Park at Copper Creek
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The Park at Copper Creek is an excellent facility. It has been a very pleasant atmosphere and my mother in law has been very happy living there. We would highly recommend them to other families based on 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.
If you are looking for a retirement community with just the right amount of amenities, an ample selection of senior-friendly floor plans or a social environment to spend more time with friends, The Park at Copper Creek can provide the finest environment for retirement living. Our professional...
Photo of Mera Chandler
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A place for Mom really made daunting task very enjoyable. I gave them my needs and they provided me a list of appropriate properties. Each of the properties that they provided was very accommodating, clean...
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 is a resort-style, 55+ active adult community in Chandler, AZ. This brand new community brings a maintenance- free lifestyle opportunity for those who are ready to live actively and without the everyday stresses of owning a home. Every corner of Mera, from the luxurious apartment home...
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Photo of Country Club at La Cholla
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We are moving in soon and have had a wonderful experience with the management team especially Hope our sales director. Our tour was very comprehensive. We Have met great residents and are looking forward to...
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.
Snowbird Stays from $150 per day!The Country Club of La Cholla offers luxury retirement living for the young at heart.You can relax in the classic country club setting of the Catalina Foothills and make yourself comfortable in one of our bright and spacious apartment homes. Your calendar will be...
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Photo of Brookdale Chandler Regional
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The staff are very pleasant and attentive with the residents. The facility is very clean has the feel of a resort. It's the best for the money that I was able to find. It is a great facility for a loved...
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.
Embrace Your CommunityIf you’re ready to shed the burdens of everyday life and focus on the activities and relationships that bring you joy, our vibrant and active assisted living community in Chandler, Arizona might be the place for you.Surrounded by warm and welcoming residents, you will...
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Photo of Arbor Rose Senior Care
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The overall experience has been positive. The staff was wonderful, the meals looked food and they tried to get the tenants involved in the activities. Areas that they could improve on - evening Care in...
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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Photo of The Enclave at Chandler Senior Living
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We really like the friendly staff at The Enclave and we would recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had so far.
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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Photo of Clearwater Agritopia
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What sticks out most about Clearwater Agritopia is the staff. They are very friendly and engaging with residents. The apartment sizes and amenities are just fine.
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 Agritopia is seated inside the greater planned community development of Agritopia in Gilbert. Residents of Clearwater Agritopia have the opportunity to experience the uniqueness of the surrounding Agritopia community first-hand within walking distance of their apartment. Featuring a...
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Photo of Brookdale North Tucson
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We were thrilled to find this facility to accommodate us for a two week respite care term for my mother in Law. [name removed], at Brookdale North showed us the facility and did much to get us in in a...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
COMMUNITY VISITS HAPPENING DAILYTucked away in the northwest side of Tucson in the foothills close to Marana, you will discover a warm and welcoming assisted living community that operates more like a family than a traditional senior living home. You will feel right at home as soon as you walk...
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Photo of Brookdale Central Chandler
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The staff is friendly, attentive, and professional. Ways to improve: More ethnic food, less bland, more whole grains, fresh vegetables and fruit. More flavor. More activities beyond games. Computer...
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.
Always Caring, Every DayWhen you see the smiles and hear the laughter of our residents ringing through the halls, you may be surprised to learn they are seniors in an assisted living and memory care community and not a family reunion. Our five-acre campus is conveniently located near...
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Cost of independent living in Cactus Forest, AZ

The average cost of senior living in Cactus Forest is $3,619 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include El Capitan, AZ with an average of $2,775 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Cactus Forest, AZ vs. nearby cities

Cactus Forest, AZ
$3,619/mo
$3,506/mo
$3,768/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Cactus Forest, AZ vs. the state and national average

Cactus Forest, AZ
$3,619/mo
$3,727/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Cactus Forest vs. other types of senior living

$4,401/mo
Independent Living
$3,619/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Cactus Forest, AZ by room type

Semi-Private
$4,310/mo
Studio
$4,261/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,103/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,903/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,246/mo

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 Cactus Forest

Recent reviews for independent living in Cactus Forest

Sky Vista in Mesa, AZ

5.0
My loved one was previously a resident at Sky Vista and the overall experience at this facility was great. The move in process was great. The staff, housekeeping and communication with the family were all excellent. I would recommend Sky Vista to others. I am 85 years old and I told my kids that ...
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Mountain View Retirement Village in Tucson, AZ

4.8
This is a good community and it is a good value. The staff are very friendly and kind. My loved one was in the memory care and is moving over to the unassisted living and is excited to participate in more activities.

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.

Cactus Forest independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cactus Forest independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cactus Forest, 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 Cactus Forest 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 Cactus Forest partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Cactus Forest, AZNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.4%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.1%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
28.7%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29.2%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.6%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Cactus Forest 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 Cactus Forest communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Cactus Forest, AZNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
29.2%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.1%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
30.3%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.7%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cactus Forest 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 Cactus Forest offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Cactus Forest, AZNational
Activity director
Activity director
37.1%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
24.7%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24.7%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.4%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
39.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.1%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
32%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.9%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.2%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
37.6%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
29.8%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.1%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.1%
46.1%
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