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Photo of The Palms at Sun City
1010 Photos available
1212 Floor plans available
9.4
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78 reviews
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My mom is doing really well at The Palms. A great facility, room size and feel is great. Staff is great! This one is definitely a winner in the Peoria area!
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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Photo of Eternal Springs of Gilbert
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9.4
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30 reviews
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We've been happy with the facility, always clean, organized and homey. Friendly and welcoming staff. Patient knowing how tough mom can be sometimes
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 Eternal Spring of Gilbert, residents enjoy an active, engaging lifestyle that promotes wellness and independence. It is our goal to keep our residents linked to resources and opportunities that will fulfill their needs and interests in the Gilbert area. Residents have many opportunities to...
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Photo of Sun City West Assisted Living and Memory Care
2222 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.4
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114 reviews
9.4
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114 reviews
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The overall experience worked out well. We found the right place for my husband. The community is very clean, no noticeable building issues or cleanliness. The staff members are very approachable and...
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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9.4
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18 reviews
9.4
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My mother lives at Clarendale. Whenever she has requested a ride it never works out and she has always been disappointed. This was promised when we signed up. On a scale for 1-10 the food is a 3.
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.
Irresistibly located in the Arcadia area of the Camelback Corridor, Clarendale Arcadia offers “connected living”—a vibrant life near family, friends and everything that matters to residents.You’re just down the street from fine dining at Tomaso's, Tarbell's, Hillstone, and The Gladly, plus...
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2020 Floor plans available
9.4
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121 reviews
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Easy 5 for all! Love the place. Very nice people, great food and Bruce, the activity director has awesome games and get together for special occasions!! My mom and I LOVE them!! We would definitely recommend...
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.
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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Photo of The Groves
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55 Floor plans available
9.3
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Mom has been a resident at the Groves for three years. She has been living in the assisted living area of the facility, but she now needs more care. My husband and I toured the Memory Care part of the...
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 Groves, A Merrill Gardens Community is an assisted living community located in Goodyear, Arizona, in Maricopa County and home to over 74,000 people. Goodyear is in a suburb of Phoenix and home to beautiful scenic areas such as South Lake Park in Estella with its water views and palm trees....
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Photo of Fellowship Square Phoenix (a Life Plan Community)
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9.3
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I recently visited my friend’s dad at this community . I have referred people there over the years but this time it was very personal for me! He loves it- the food , the apartment , the staff and the fact...
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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11 Video available
1414 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
9.3
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189 reviews
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189 reviews
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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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Photo of MorningStar at Golden Ridge
11 Video available
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88 Floor plans available
9.3
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Those on my list were easy to arrange for a visit - Morningstar called me to set up my appointment. I was in independent living when I feel down and broke my knee cap. They immediately shifted me to an...
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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Photo of Sunrise of Scottsdale
11 Video available
77 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.3
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78 reviews
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It was a safe place and all the staff cared for my mom. They were available when she needed them and always showed care and concern and compassion
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.
Step into a Sunrise Assisted Living community and you can't help but feel at home. We stop at nothing to make your experience warm and inviting, from our homelike exterior architecture, to our comfortable community areas and choice of suites to our exceptional outdoor gardens and landscaping....
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Photo of Brookdale Peoria
11 Video available
1111 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.3
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74 reviews
9.3
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74 reviews
5 star
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Excellent location, clean facilities with happy residents that didn't just look like zombies, and they had an amazing price deal at that time. It came highly recommended.
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.
Embrace These YearsWhen you decide to make our assisted living community your new home, you’re starting a new chapter—one that pushes you to do more than go through the motions. Surrounded by a warm and welcoming community of kind and encouraging seniors, you’ll be challenged to embrace your...
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Photo of Cadence Chandler by Cogir
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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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Photo of Pueblo Norte Senior Living
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38 reviews
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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 Legacy House of Avondale
11 Video available
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33 Floor plans available
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Floor plans, carpet in rooms, condition of building are the main reasons we chose Legacy House of Avondale over others. They have a range of activities. They always seem to be short staffed for those that...
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 Legacy House of Avondale. Legacy House of Avondale, Arizona’s newest senior living community is located in one of Avondale’s up and coming neighborhoods. Legacy House of Avondale is just minutes from Banner Estrella Medical Center, Arizona State University campus, physician offices,...
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Photo of Sunrise of Chandler
11 Video available
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44 Floor plans available
9.2
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70 reviews
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Sunrise is a very warm place. The staff is so friendly and makes you feel wanted. The residents are also very friendly. The food is varied and good. When I need to go to an assisted living residence, I will...
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.
Step into a Sunrise Assisted Living community and you can't help but feel at home. We stop at nothing to make your experience warm and inviting, from our homelike exterior architecture, to our comfortable community areas and choice of suites to our exceptional outdoor gardens and landscaping....
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Photo of The Springs of Scottsdale
11 Video available
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44 Floor plans available
9.2
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We chose The Springs of Scottsdale because of the proximity to family & friends in Scottsdale area & value proposition. Messages left for management via whomever answer the phone are not often returned. 2nd...
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 Springs is a beautiful property where you could be proud to call it 'home' with lovely furnishings throughout and an elegant dining room with delicious meals served. Affordable too! The Springs of Scottsdale is known for it's cleanliness and it's caring staff. Our Food Director prepares a...
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Photo of Trustwell Living at Kingswood Place
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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
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.
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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Photo of Thunderbird Senior Living
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What we like the most about the community are the activities, administration, and the food. Yes, I would recommend Thunderbird Senior Living to other families based on the experience 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.
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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Photo of Brookdale Central Paradise Valley
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121 reviews
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121 reviews
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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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Photo of The Enclave at Chandler Senior Living
11 Video available
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88 Floor plans available
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The afternoon entertainment was wonderful. The first group was classical and they is my favorite type of music so I truly enjoyed it. The second set was the saxophone Quartet and they have been here several...
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 The Forum at Desert Harbor
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9.1
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The cleanliness is based on independent living (5 for the assisted living per view of a family member). The families liked most of this community is The concern for my brother. Maintenance and new...
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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1717 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.1
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51 reviews
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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.
MorningStar at Arrowhead offers premier assisted living and memory care for adults 62 years and older who need some measure of help with the activities of daily living. While its subtle elegance and features are reminiscent of a luxurious resort, every detail of MorningStar at Arrowhead is...
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9.1
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Staff was very accommodating. My mother was also very happy with the activities and dining. One thing that would have made her more comfortable would have been an introduction meeting or gathering, where 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.
Madison Meadows provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Located in the heart of Phoenix, Madison Meadows is conveniently accessible to shopping, healthcare, museums and theaters, and we're just down the street from the VA Hospital. Our all-inclusive...
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I give them a 5 because Exec. Dir.[name removed] and Sales Mgr. [name removed] work with you on any issues you may have. Staff are friendly and courteous as are the residents. I visit my sister in law at...
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.
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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Like most Memory Care places, Inspira Gateway has a lot of staff turn over. So it lacks "consistency of care" for their residents. Some of the items in the "Daily Care Plan" do NOT get done! They want to...
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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Cost of independent living in Estrella, AZ

The average cost of senior living in Estrella is $3,522 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Goodyear, AZ with an average of $2,816 per month.

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

Estrella, AZ
$3,522/mo
$2,989/mo
$2,816/mo

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

Estrella, AZ
$3,522/mo
$3,744/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

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

$4,390/mo
Independent Living
$3,522/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,089/mo
Studio
$4,302/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,247/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,761/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,280/mo

Senior living costs in Estrella 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: Estrella, AZ
Column state: Arizona
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEstrella, AZArizonaU.S.
Independent Living$3,522/mo$3,744/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$3,537/mo$3,762/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$4,390/mo$4,493/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Estrella, AZ:$3,522/mo
Arizona:$3,744/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Estrella, AZ:$3,537/mo
Arizona:$3,762/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Estrella, AZ:$4,390/mo
Arizona:$4,493/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Estrella, AZ, over time

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

Estrella, AZAZ stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Estrella, AZ

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Estrella 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
Estrella, AZ$2,670/mo$2,679/mo-0.3%
Arizona$2,813/mo$2,814/mo-0.0%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Estrella, AZ
2024 average cost:$2,670/mo
2023 average cost:$2,679/mo
Percent change:-0.3%
Arizona
2024 average cost:$2,813/mo
2023 average cost:$2,814/mo
Percent change:-0.0%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Estrella

Recent reviews for independent living in Estrella

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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Ridge at The Stratford in Phoenix, AZ

4.8
Staff is very caring very accommodating for special needs and always available to help. They're also very encouraging the resident I feel it could be more nutrition based foods, like more fresh veggies and fruit.

Estrella independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Estrella independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Estrella, 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 Estrella 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 Estrella partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Estrella, AZNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10.6%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26.1%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25.6%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.9%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Estrella 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 Estrella communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Estrella, AZNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
27.9%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
31.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
28.7%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.8%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Estrella 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 Estrella offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Estrella, AZNational
Activity director
Activity director
31.6%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
19.8%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.4%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
32.2%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.1%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
37.9%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.4%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.3%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.9%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.3%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
35.1%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
25.3%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.7%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.6%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Oasis at Mesa Palms, LifeStream at Glendale and McDowell Village are the top-rated independent living facilities near Estrella, Arizona. See full list of communities.
There are 466 independent living facilities near Estrella, Arizona. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Estrella, Arizona are McDowell Village, Atria Chandler Villas and The Oaks. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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