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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Shadow Mountain Village Scottsdale, AZ

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As of January of this year, we have new managers. We have been in this park for over 21yrs. We have had good ma agers and not so good. But, we now have the best we have seen in the last 12 yrs. They have...
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.
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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.
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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.
Burkeshire Retirement Hotel When it comes to enjoying life and relaxing in style, the Burkeshire Retirement Hotel, located in Phoenix, Arizona is the ideal choice in assisted living communities. Located near most of what the big city offers, but tucked into a residential area with a beautiful,...
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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, 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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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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I have not had a chance to experience the activities they offer at this community. They do not offer a meal plan. The community is clean and well taken care of. The second floor apartments do not have a...
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.
The Orchard is 55+ community.  We offer affordable senior living in  beautiful garden apartments.  With over 600 trees, you are free to pick the oranges, tangerines, grapefruits and lemons from the citrus trees located throughout the community.  Our full time activities...
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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
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.
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
Designed in the tradition of a luxurious resort, Westminster Village is Scottsdale’s premier, not-for-profit, life care retirement community. Exquisitely manicured grounds, buildings, pool and spa, gracious interior design, friendly Residents and exceptional staff epitomize the lifestyle at...
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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 Shadow Mountain Village Scottsdale, AZ

The average cost of senior living in Shadow Mountain Village Scottsdale is $3,815 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Wet Camp Village, AZ with an average of $3,315 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Shadow Mountain Village Scottsdale, AZ vs. nearby cities

Shadow Mountain Village Scottsdale, AZ
$3,815/mo
$3,788/mo
$3,794/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Shadow Mountain Village Scottsdale, AZ vs. the state and national average

Shadow Mountain Village Scottsdale, AZ
$3,815/mo
$3,727/mo
U.S. national average
$4,020/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Shadow Mountain Village Scottsdale vs. other types of senior living

$4,538/mo
Independent Living
$3,815/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Shadow Mountain Village Scottsdale, AZ by room type

Semi-Private
$4,195/mo
Studio
$5,153/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,884/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,257/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,095/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Shadow Mountain Village Scottsdale over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Shadow Mountain Village Scottsdale

Recent reviews for independent living in Shadow Mountain Village Scottsdale

Legacy Village of Salt River in Scottsdale, AZ

4.0
My loved one is currently a resident at Legacy Village of Salt River and overall this facility is a 4+!. The staff is good. Their responsiveness to issues is good. The food is good. Housekeeping is once a week and works well for the resident. The move in was stress free and they were very ...
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Robson Reserve at Sun Lakes

5.0
Their meals were outstanding! We love love love The Renaissance! Unfortunately my mother-in-law couldn't get along with her neighbor so it was her problem, not the communities, but we decided to move her out. We're still sad that it didn't work out.

Albany Apartments in Mesa, AZ

5.0
We picked this community, for two main reasons: Price, and W/D in individual units. Definitely worth a look! Management and maintenance are responsive and helpful. I would recommend to other families.

Shadow Mountain Village Scottsdale independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shadow Mountain Village Scottsdale independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shadow Mountain Village Scottsdale, 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 Shadow Mountain Village Scottsdale 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 Shadow Mountain Village Scottsdale 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
5.9%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29.4%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
27.1%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.1%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.1%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Shadow Mountain Village Scottsdale 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 Shadow Mountain Village Scottsdale communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
27.1%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.6%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
32.9%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.8%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shadow Mountain Village Scottsdale 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 Shadow Mountain Village Scottsdale offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
32.9%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.5%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.4%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.3%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.2%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
43.5%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.6%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.6%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.6%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.6%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
38.8%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
24.7%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.4%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Mountain Park Senior Living, McDowell Village and Sunrise of Scottsdale are the top-rated independent living facilities near Shadow Mountain Village Scottsdale, Arizona. See full list of communities.

There are 117 independent living facilities near Shadow Mountain Village Scottsdale, Arizona. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Shadow Mountain Village Scottsdale, Arizona are McDowell Village, Verena at Gilbert and Las Palomas Senior Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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