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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Desert Villas, AZ
If you’re looking for independent living in the Desert Villas area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Desert Villas. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 97 independent living facilities in Desert Villas, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Catlin Court Historic District, Paradise Valley and Camelback East.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Phoenix, Scottsdale and Mesa.
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First hand experience with this organization has proven to me and my family they know how to care for complex medical conditions and behavioral issues. The staff is very friendly, courteous and...
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.
Heritage Lane Behavioral Assisted Living is two single story buildings offering 57 private suites. The assisted living community specializes in assisting its residents with behavioral issues related to specific mental health diagnoses.Heritage Lane is nestled in a quiet neighborhood setting. In...
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The community is pet-friendly and my loved one is very happy here. She says that the food is good and they are opening the dining rooms. They have kept the residence safe and secure. i would recommend...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Courtyard Towers, located in the historic town center of Mesa, Arizona, offers luxurious apartments in a high-rise retirement community featuring panoramic views of the East Valley and mountains beyond. You will find that life at Courtyard Towers is comparable to living in a fine hotel with many...
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My mother is so incredibly happy living in this great community. The staff have been so delightful to work with and the food was great when she first moved in, but it has been slightly declining. However I...
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 in the heart of Scottsdale, Villa Ocotillo offers a wonderful family atmosphere in a very comfortable center. We pride ourselves on providing care, customized to meet our residents' unique needs, regardless of income. From our walking club to water aerobics, ice cream socials to happy...
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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I am really, really pleased with the Solterra. I think the staff has gone out of their way to accommodate my mom and her wishes. They follow through on everything. The activities are great. We have been...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
We provide Independent Living and assisted Living, as well as safe and secure enhanced memory care so you will never need to worry about moving.We offer upscale apartment homes and accommodations with services tailored to meet your individual needs. As a family-owned community, we are committed...
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.
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.
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.
Move up to a better way of living Welcome to Scottsdale New VenturaWe are a 55+ Senior Citizen, Handicap and Disabled Community.Low Income Senior Citizens community'.
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.
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.
Arizona Senior Homes has been providing assisted living services since 1985. Our goal has always been to maintain the dignity and self sufficiency of our residents in a ‘home-like’ environments. We provide a campus of care. With six homes in one location it is possible for us to offer multiple...
Cost of independent living in Desert Villas, AZ
The average cost of senior living in Desert Villas is $3,786 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Goodyear, AZ with an average of $2,893 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Desert Villas, AZ vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Desert Villas, AZ vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Desert Villas vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Desert Villas, AZ by room type
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Average cost of Independent Living in Desert Villas over time
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What families are saying about independent living in Desert Villas
Recent reviews for independent living in Desert Villas
Legacy Village of Salt River in Scottsdale, AZ
4.0
My loved one is currently a resident at Legacy Village of Salt River and overall this facility is a 4+!. The staff is good. Their responsiveness to issues is good. The food is good. Housekeeping is once a week and works well for the resident. The move in was stress free and they were very ...
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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.
MorningStar at Arcadia in Phoenix, AZ
4.9
The place is well run and very nice. I feel comfortable leaving my wife there. It is a little pricey, but generally first-class.
They really seem to operate as a caring family. It's definitely a place that people should check out.
Desert Villas independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Desert Villas independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Desert Villas, 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 Desert Villas 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 Desert Villas partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.4%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.6%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
25.7%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.3%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Desert Villas 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 Desert Villas communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
27.1%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.3%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
30%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.6%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Desert Villas 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 Desert Villas offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
35.7%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.7%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.9%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.6%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.7%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.3%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.1%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.1%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
34.3%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
27.1%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.3%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.7%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Atria Chandler Villas, McDowell Village and Verena at Gilbert are the top-rated independent living facilities near Desert Villas, Arizona. See full list of communities.
There are 97 independent living facilities near Desert Villas, Arizona. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Desert Villas, Arizona are Atria Chandler Villas, McDowell Village and Verena at Gilbert. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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