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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Lizard Acres, AZ

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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.
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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: 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: 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.
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.
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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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.
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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: 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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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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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.
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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: 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: 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.
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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: 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.
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BrookHollow Apartments offers spacious, two bedroom, one bath apartments at an affordable price. Our rates begin at only $625.00.We offer the following ammenities: Reserved, covered parking.24 hr. on call emergency maintenance. Your staff lives on-site!Sparkling, heated pool and jacuzzi.24 hour...
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Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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.
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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: 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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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.

Cost of independent living in Lizard Acres, AZ

The average cost of senior living in Lizard Acres is $3,772 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Goodyear, AZ with an average of $2,816 per month.

Independent living costs in Lizard Acres, AZ, vs. nearby cities

Lizard Acres, AZ
$3,772/mo
$3,763/mo
$3,792/mo

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

Lizard Acres, AZ
$3,772/mo
$3,744/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Lizard Acres, AZ, vs. other senior living options

$4,656/mo
Independent Living
$3,772/mo

Independent living costs in Lizard Acres, AZ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,276/mo
Studio
$3,702/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,749/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,336/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,264/mo

Senior living costs in Lizard Acres 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: Lizard Acres, AZ
Column state: Arizona
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLizard Acres, AZArizonaU.S.
Independent Living$3,772/mo$3,744/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$3,676/mo$3,762/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$4,656/mo$4,493/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Lizard Acres, AZ:$3,772/mo
Arizona:$3,744/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Lizard Acres, AZ:$3,676/mo
Arizona:$3,762/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Lizard Acres, AZ:$4,656/mo
Arizona:$4,493/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Lizard Acres, AZ, over time

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

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Independent living cost trends in Lizard Acres, AZ

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Lizard Acres 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.
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Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Lizard Acres, AZ$2,506/mo$2,548/mo-1.7%
Arizona$2,813/mo$2,814/mo-0.0%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Lizard Acres, AZ
2024 average cost:$2,506/mo
2023 average cost:$2,548/mo
Percent change:-1.7%
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 Lizard Acres

Recent reviews for independent living in Lizard Acres

Sagewood Desert Willow AL and MC in Phoenix, AZ

4.9
Everyone that we worked with at Sagewood Desert Willow was extremely friendly and engaged. We were assigned a move in coordinator who helped facilitate everything and provided the information we needed to move in. My loved one loves her housekeeper and the place is always very clean when we go ...
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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.

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.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Beautiful and well-maintained grounds. Residents and families consistently praise the cleanliness and beauty of the community grounds at various senior living facilities. At Garden Ridge, the grounds are kept up immaculately with four beautiful courtyards, while at The Forum at Desert Harbor, the facility boasts lovely gardens wi ...
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Kind and accommodating staff. Staff members at multiple senior living communities earn high praise from residents and families for their friendly and helpful nature. At Solstice Senior Living at Sun City West, the dining room manager goes the extra mile to make sure residents have what they need for their meals, while at ...
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Delicious and varied meals. Many senior living communities are commended for their quality food offerings. At Vista del Rio, the food is 'delicious' and offers several choices each day, while at Holiday Vista de la Montaña, residents appreciate the accommodations made for dietary restrictions.
Social opportunities and activities. Residents find joy in the wide range of activities offered at various senior living facilities. At Thunderbird Senior Living, staff members organize regular outings for swimming and fishing, while at The Park at Surprise, residents participate in arts and crafts and enjoy a variety of social ...
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Comfortable and spacious apartments. Senior living communities provide comfortable and spacious apartments for residents to call home. At Palos Verdes Senior Living, the community is praised for its warm and welcoming atmosphere, while at LifeStream at Sun City, one-bedroom and den-style apartments offer plenty of storage and l ...
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Thorough and consistent communication. Families appreciate the clear and effective communication from staff at senior living communities, ensuring everyone stays informed and care needs are being met. At LifeStream at Glendale, regular meetings are held with senior residents and their loved ones, both in person and virtually.
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Lizard Acres independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lizard Acres independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lizard Acres, 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 Lizard Acres 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 Lizard Acres 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
12.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.4%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
29.5%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29.5%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.1%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Lizard Acres 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 Lizard Acres communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
35.7%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.1%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
35.7%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.4%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lizard Acres 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 Lizard Acres offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
40.2%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20.5%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.7%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.6%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.9%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.7%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.7%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.5%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.8%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
42.9%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
30.4%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.9%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.9%
47%
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