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Photo of Chandler Village
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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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.
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.
Photo of Regency Adult Home Care LLC
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.
Photo of Sue's Place LLC
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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We toured Bella's Care Home along with 3 others when searching for a place to house my mother. Bella herself met with us and asked us more questions that we had for her. Her staff there were pleasant 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.
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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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Everything is going well for my husband and I here at this community. It is a good looking community. The staff have kind and helpful. There are many activities for us to choose from. The food is nice, we...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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.
Ask someone to name five really fun things and retirement community will almost certainly not be on the list. Which got us to thinking. Why shouldn't a retirement community be fun? With no pesky job to get in the way, retired folks have the time to pursue anything their hearts desire. That sounds...
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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.
Photo of Welcome Home Adult Care LLC
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.
Photo of Desert Haven Home Care
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.
Photo of Meadowbrook Assisted Living
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.
Photo of Acuna At Layton Lakes
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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Overall this facility has been satisfactory. This facility is ideal for those seeking a midrange dollar level situation.
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.
Advanced Care Homes, a professional Residential Care Home organizations, is pleased to offer Bethany Gardens Assisted Living as our flag ship location in the the Central Corridor of Phoenix, not far from Arcadia or Scottsdale. We could write a book about what sets our Homes apart from the...
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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
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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.
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...
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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.
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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.

Cost of independent living in Tonto Basin, AZ

The average cost of senior living in Tonto Basin is $3,351 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Phoenix, AZ with an average of $3,043 per month.

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

Tonto Basin, AZ
$3,351/mo
$3,090/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Tonto Basin, AZ, vs. other senior living options

Independent Living
$3,351/mo

Independent living costs in Tonto Basin, AZ, by floor plan type

Studio
$2,938/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,563/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,725/mo

Senior living costs in Tonto Basin 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: Tonto Basin, AZ
Column state: Arizona
Column national: U.S.
Community typeTonto Basin, AZArizonaU.S.
Independent Living$3,351/mo$3,090/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$5,241/mo$5,119/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Careunavailable$5,890/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Tonto Basin, AZ:$3,351/mo
Arizona:$3,090/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Tonto Basin, AZ:$5,241/mo
Arizona:$5,119/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Tonto Basin, AZ:unavailable
Arizona:$5,890/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Tonto Basin

Recent reviews for independent living in Tonto Basin

Avista Payson

4.5
First of all I would like to say that this place is just what Mom needed. Mom wasn't doing as well as she could have been living at home by herself. She has neuropathy which can make it unbearable to walk and she also suffers from congestive heart failure. When Mom decided it was time for ...
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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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Canyon Winds Assisted Living and Memory Care in Mesa, AZ

5.0
My father used to live in independent living for three months with his dog before finally transferring at [removed]. I simply cannot say enough good things about this location. It's a sophisticated, lovely location with exquisitely tasteful apartments. The entire team is outstanding! The chef is ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Wide range of activities for residents. Residents of various communities enjoy a diverse selection of activities that cater to their interests. At Verena at Gilbert, activities include singing, games, social events, movie nights, museum outings, gardening classes, and more. These activities help residents stay engaged and active, pr ...
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Friendly and helpful staff. Across multiple communities, staff members are praised for their kindness, approachability, and dedication to caring for residents. At Fellowship Square Historic Mesa at Brown and Center, families have formed lasting friendships with staff members, expressing appreciation for their compassion ...
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Beautiful and well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently mention the cleanliness and upkeep of communities, with some commenting on the pristine private rooms, communal areas, and outdoor spaces. At The Enclave at Gilbert Senior Living, the apartments are described as 'open and bright,' and at Park Terrace Senior Living, the P ...
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Delicious meals and dining experiences. Quality food stands out as a significant factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their communities. At Atria Chandler Villas, the chef accommodates dietary restrictions and individual preferences, making mealtimes enjoyable and anticipated by residents. At Verena at Gilbert, the food ...
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Safe and secure environment. Safety is a top priority for residents and their families, leading to frequent mentions of the secure facilities. At Discovery Point Retirement Community, residents feel confident in the safety measures in place, allowing them peace of mind. At Fountain View Village, the community is praised ...
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Accessible transportation for residents. Transportation is essential for many residents, especially those who no longer drive. Communities like Verena at Gilbert and Atria Park of Sierra Pointe offer bus transportation to help residents attend important appointments and enjoy outings, providing convenience and independence.
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Tonto Basin independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Tonto Basin independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Tonto Basin, 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 Tonto Basin 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 Tonto Basin partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Tonto Basin, AZNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
6.5%
18.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26.1%
30.5%
No sugar
No sugar
18.7%
27.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.4%
29.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.8%
9.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Tonto Basin 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 Tonto Basin communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Tonto Basin, AZNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
27.5%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.8%
38.3%
Room service
Room service
22.4%
32.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Tonto Basin 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 Tonto Basin offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Tonto Basin, AZNational
Activity director
Activity director
31.1%
39.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.4%
25.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.5%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
31.4%
41.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
32.7%
43.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
36.1%
47.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30%
37.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.4%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
32.3%
41.6%
Live performances
Live performances
32%
41.2%
Dances
Dances
19.4%
29.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.6%
35.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
31.6%
40.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Revel Scottsdale, Discovery Point Retirement Community and Copper Springs Retirement Community are the top-rated independent living facilities near Tonto Basin, Arizona. See full list of communities.
There are 233 independent living facilities near Tonto Basin, Arizona. See the full list.
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The best independent living facilities near you in Tonto Basin, Arizona are Copper Springs Retirement Community, Atria Chandler Villas and Oasis at Mesa Palms. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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