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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Our goal is to provide professional caregiver assistance to any residents needing non-medical care services all within the comfort of your own apartment home.Desert Gardens offers a good variety of studios, one and two-bedroom apartment homes. Welcome home to cozy style of living with a touch of...
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, 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.
At The Inn, we provide care that balances independence with assistance and delivers service with compassion, understanding and respect. With comfortable, elegant accommodations and an impressive line of features and amenities, residents enjoy life with the confidence of knowing we are here,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
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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: 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.
Come live at the Fountain. You’ll have privacy when you want it and friends as close as a walk down the hall. Spend your time playing cards or pool, going shopping, or participating in other activities. Or add some special meaning in your life by reaching out and helping others. And of course,...
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I really enjoyed my stay at El Dorado of Sun City, the meals and dining service was fantastic The quality of the food was excellent and you got a variety of meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner. I recently...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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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Photo of Bridgewater Assisted Living-Midtown
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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My mother lived here for 15 years before her passing this last March 2018. The many times I visited my mom I was always surprised to see the dedicated care and involvement of the Property Manager. She 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.
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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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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: 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.
Washer/DryerDishwasherWood Style Plank FlooringMicrowaveUpgraded Counter Tops and Plumbing FixturesMonthly activities and services include:Peer SupportAid with Dial-A-Ride transportationBlood Pressure ScreeningsHealth & Wellness ClassesCommunity Potlucks and much more...Downtown...
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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: 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.
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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 Memorial Towers Seniors Apts
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.
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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.
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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Cost of independent living in Willows West, AZ

The average cost of senior living in Willows West is $3,035 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Tolleson, AZ with an average of $3,035 per month.

Independent living costs in Willows West, AZ, vs. nearby cities

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$3,035/mo
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Independent living costs in Willows West, AZ, vs. state and national averages

Willows West, AZ
$3,035/mo
$3,084/mo
U.S. national average
$3,509/mo

Independent living costs in Willows West, AZ, vs. other senior living options

$5,930/mo
Independent Living
$3,035/mo

Independent living costs in Willows West, AZ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,130/mo
Studio
$2,820/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,259/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,557/mo

Senior living costs in Willows West 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: Willows West, AZ
Column state: Arizona
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWillows West, AZArizonaU.S.
Independent Living$3,035/mo$3,084/mo$3,509/mo
Assisted Living$5,010/mo$5,047/mo$5,793/mo
Memory Care$5,930/mo$5,969/mo$6,969/mo
Independent Living
Willows West, AZ:$3,035/mo
Arizona:$3,084/mo
U.S.:$3,509/mo
Assisted Living
Willows West, AZ:$5,010/mo
Arizona:$5,047/mo
U.S.:$5,793/mo
Memory Care
Willows West, AZ:$5,930/mo
Arizona:$5,969/mo
U.S.:$6,969/mo
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Independent living costs in Willows West, AZ, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Willows West 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 Willows West, AZ

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Willows West 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
Willows West, AZ$2,273/mo$2,575/mo-11.7%
Arizona$2,784/mo$2,810/mo-0.9%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
Willows West, AZ
2024 average cost:$2,273/mo
2023 average cost:$2,575/mo
Percent change:-11.7%
Arizona
2024 average cost:$2,784/mo
2023 average cost:$2,810/mo
Percent change:-0.9%
National
2024 average cost:$3,257/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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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 Willows West

Recent reviews for independent living in Willows West

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.

Lifestyles of Glendale

3.1
The 5 is totally based on the administrator. She is really nice. If she wasn't there it would be terrible. I don't like that it all depends on this one person. There are too many animals. Too many stray cats. Trash, trash, too much trash!

The Terraces of Phoenix

4.5
Our experience was excellent and we also thought the value was excellent!

Willows West independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Willows West independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Willows West, 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 Willows West 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 Willows West 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
12.7%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20.6%
34%
No sugar
No sugar
18.6%
31.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.7%
33.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.9%
7.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Willows West 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 Willows West communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
22.5%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.5%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
21.6%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.8%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Willows West 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 Willows West offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
26.5%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.6%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.6%
32.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
25.5%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
34.3%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
32.4%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
23.5%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.5%
37.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25.5%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
31.4%
47.4%
Live performances
Live performances
30.4%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
23.5%
32.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.5%
39.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30.4%
46.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions

LifeStream at Glendale, Mera City Center and Glencroft Center For Modern Aging are the top-rated independent living facilities near Willows West, Arizona. See full list of communities.
There are 137 independent living facilities near Willows West, Arizona. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Willows West, Arizona are Oasis at Mesa Palms, LifeStream at Glendale and Atria Chandler Villas. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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