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8.6
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46 reviews
8.6
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46 reviews
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The reason I gave them 3, is due to the aides who dispense medication are not all the same page. The new hires, lack education. Overall, we appreciate all the support and care. We really are very pleased...
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.
Celebrating 40 years, Grace management is happy to promote Inspirations of Tempe Assisted Living. Managed since 1995, this 65-apartment community features an easy to navigate floor plan, quality meals, programs, and services. With employees that have over 35 years in experience-you can...
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11 Video available
77 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.9
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9.9
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Sunrise of Scottsdale has been a great blessing and not only for my 92 year old Dad, for family as well. I can sleep at night knowing my Dad is in the care of an exceptional staff. I’m struggling to write...
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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11 Video available
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9.9
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87 reviews
9.9
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87 reviews
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We looked at many assisted living communities and when we visited McDowell Village and met [name removed] , we knew we had found the right place for our dad. [name removed]and the team there made us feel...
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.
Everyone has their own perception of what living at a senior community is like. We here at McDowell Village would like to invite you in to take a look.Our apartments are second to none. They range in size from 648 to 1300 square feet, and all of the apartments feature fully-equipped kitchens,...
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9.8
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57 reviews
9.8
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57 reviews
5 star
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The food quality varies from really good to fair throughout the week and the dog park should be bigger include more shade and water. However, the community is vibrant. Everyone is friendly and keeps an eye...
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.
Discover the unparalleled joys of retirement living at Verena at Gilbert!With convenient access to Chandler, Mesa, Scottsdale, and Phoenix, Verena at Gilbert is the perfect place to enjoy your retirement in Arizona. Our 55+ all-inclusive independent senior living community offers chef-prepared...
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11 Video available
1212 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.8
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175 reviews
9.8
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175 reviews
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The food is wonderful. The housekeeping is wonderful. The waiters are wonderful. The golf carts are wonderful. The pool is wonderful. I love the party, happy hour. Excellent live music. The workout...
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.
At Atria Chandler Villas, residents will discover a welcoming independent senior living community nestled in the heart of Chandler, Arizona. The area’s Spanish-style architecture is reflected in the red-tile roofs and soft desert colors throughout each spacious apartment.We have been in business...
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2525 Photos available
1111 Floor plans available
9.8
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44 reviews
9.8
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44 reviews
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Revel Scottsdale is an extremely welcoming and friendly place, where intelligent, active seniors engage in numerous activities (like bridge, scrabble, mah jong, cards, fitness workouts, trivia contests,...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
DON’T RETIRE, REVELAt Revel, you’re more than just a resident; you’re a member of a thriving independent living community that feels more like a retreat than retirement. Your resident membership includes everything you need to live life on your own terms in this empowering community, including...
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11 Video available
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99 Floor plans available
9.7
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78 reviews
9.7
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We moved our 90 year old widowed mother from out-of-state so that she would be closer to us. She had a lot of trepidation about leaving her home town for a new location but has been extremely pleased with...
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.
Mountain Park Senior Living is the premier senior living community in Ahwatukee, Arizona. We offer independent living, assisted living and Dementia/Memory Care in Ahwatukee, a suburb of Phoenix, Arizona.Mountain Park Senior Living puts a new level of affordable luxury within your reach -...
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9.7
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127 reviews
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127 reviews
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What we like the most about Bella Vista is that it is clean and the staff are very attentive. Yes, we would recommend this community to other families.
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.
Bella Vista Senior Living has been serving the Mesa community for over 40 years. With recently updated apartments Bella Vista is now updating the community with a fresh new look for our residents to enjoy.Our same great service, robust activities program and friendly residents remains unwaivering.
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11 Video available
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44 Floor plans available
9.6
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69 reviews
9.6
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69 reviews
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The facility was clean and the people were very nice and helpful at our initial meeting and tour the facility decided we didn't need to go any further to check out other recommended facilities by you.
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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2121 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.6
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181 reviews
9.6
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181 reviews
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I would have to give it a 5 based on the fact that he's happier than he's been in years. He likes much of the food. He complains about the chicken being too bland and dry but I don't think he likes chicken...
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.
Fellowship Square Historic Mesa is non-profit Independent Living retirement community, founded on Christian values. We offer 415 apartments ranging from studios to one and 2 bedroom apartments amid a grassy, beautifully landscaped community.Located just north of historic downtown Mesa on the...
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Photo of Sunrise of GilbertCommunity card badge
3434 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
9.5
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96 reviews
9.5
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96 reviews
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I think there is a continued effort to make sure that they are pleasant and helpful at Sunrise Of Gilbert. The company ethic seems appropriate. We do have to observe carefully , as with most any living...
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.
Sunrise of Gilbert is located in Gilbert, AZ, which was ranked 16th by Money Magazine as one of the Best Places to Live in 2006. With nearby restaurants, museums and golf courses, this site is located in the heart of Maricopa with easy access to major routes (Route 101 and of Route 60) and...
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Photo of The Gardens of Scottsdale
66 Photos available
9.3
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40 reviews
9.3
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40 reviews
5 star
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We have been very pleased with the facility and especially the staff. Nurse [names removed] and all the other Med tec’s and aids are kind, knowledgeable, and very quick to respond. [name removed] , at 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.
Located just minutes from historic Old Town Scottsdale, The Gardens of Scottsdale sits in the heart of one of 'America's Most Livable Cities' near two major Arizona State Routes. We pride ourselves in our commitment to preserve dignity, nurture the spirits of our residents, celebrate...
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11 Video available
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9.3
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80 reviews
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80 reviews
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The main reason we chose Oasis at Mesa Palms was due to the super friendly staff! I would tell others looking to Talk with the director about any concerns you may have and he is more than willing to help out
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.
Mesa Palms is conveniently located next to the Mesa Country Club, shopping, health care and recreation in beautiful Mesa, Arizona. Mesa Palms is managed by S.L. Start & Associates. S.L. Start is a leader in the field of services to people and has been providing services since 1979. S.L. Start...
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1212 Photos available
1212 Floor plans available
9.2
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9.2
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19 reviews
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The facilities and staff are both excellent. Unfortunately it was not a great fit for my mom and we've had to move her out. The biggest problem we had was the medical support she needed wasn't available. She...
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.
Clearwater Ahwatukee offers you a warm and welcoming senior living experience with luxurious services and amenities that put it a cut above the rest. You’ll feel at home right away with our friendly staff and residents, bright and spacious apartments, and community perks like a saltwater pool and...
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11 Video available
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22 Floor plans available
9.0
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59 reviews
9.0
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59 reviews
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Overall the experience has been good. Staff are super sweet but sometimes, especially weekends, it can feel like there aren’t enough people on duty and schedules for food and meds run late. Environment is...
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.
Adventure ReadyLocated between the residential and commercial areas of Mesa, Arizona, our assisted living and memory care community offers residents a combination of peaceful country life and convenient access to grocery stores, doctors offices, and more. You will never find yourself wanting for...
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11 Video available
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8.9
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95 reviews
8.9
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95 reviews
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We are not sure about the activities - our Dad is unable to participate in many things. What we like the most about Brookdale Chandler is the warmth of the community. The staff from the caregivers to the...
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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11 Video available
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33 Floor plans available
8.9
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63 reviews
8.9
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Overall experience: 5 - For what my Mother needed at that time, it was perfect for her. We learned that she could use more independence and moved her elsewhere. Friendliness of staff: 4 - most very 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.
Where Retirement Is An AdventureRetirement shouldn’t mean sacrifice; it should mean adventure. This is your opportunity to release the burdens of chores and everyday life in exchange for time freedom. Without the responsibilities of things like home maintenance, cleaning, and cooking, you...
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11 Video available
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44 Floor plans available
8.9
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26 reviews
8.9
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26 reviews
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Dining Room and kitchen has serious management issues as well as poor variety of food options. Where I was before all three meals were included as was a life alert button that was water proof. The food...
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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11 Video available
1010 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.9
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30 reviews
8.9
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30 reviews
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I'm so pleased that I haven't had any need to consider moving her. The facility is nicely maintained, well-run, and the staff in memory care is amazing. It's a little on the pricey side, but worth it.
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.
Assisted Living For our Assisted Living residents, MorningStar offers four levels of help with the activities of daily living: minimal; moderate; more frequent and intensive; and extensive. In all cases, around-the-clock Care Managers ensure your safety and meet your needs. It is our staff's...
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2020 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.9
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79 reviews
8.9
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79 reviews
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What we like the most about Gardens at Ocotillo - 1. Very clean, esthetically appealing, and well-kept building, 2. A warm and inviting staff, and 3. A great floor plan in her room 4. Yes, we would...
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.
The Gardens at Ocotillo provide premium independent living, assisted living and memory care in Chandler, Arizona. Our new community delivers affordable luxury with At Your Service hospitality and concierge services. Our services can help you with the transition to our community through packing...
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8.8
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8 reviews
8.8
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I visited my sister recently at the Clarendale Arcadia facility in Phoenix. I was very impressed with the facility, staff, and activity level. She is in a great place and it brought joy to me and the rest...
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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8.5
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8.5
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A place for Mom really made daunting task very enjoyable. I gave them my needs and they provided me a list of appropriate properties. Each of the properties that they provided was very accommodating, clean...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Mera is a resort-style, 55+ active adult community in Chandler, AZ. This brand new community brings a maintenance- free lifestyle opportunity for those who are ready to live actively and without the everyday stresses of owning a home. Every corner of Mera, from the luxurious apartment home...
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11 Video available
1212 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.5
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17 reviews
8.5
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17 reviews
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My very independent Dad is loving the new friendships, activities and support that the Park at Copper Creek provides. Staff is caring and listens to concerns. In his mid 90s he still loves his independence...
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.
If you are looking for a retirement community with just the right amount of amenities, an ample selection of senior-friendly floor plans or a social environment to spend more time with friends, The Park at Copper Creek can provide the finest environment for retirement living. Our professional...
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11 Video available
4646 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.5
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72 reviews
8.5
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72 reviews
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I really like [name removed] the manager of the med techs He returns calls and make sure that my mother has everything that she needs for her medication's. [name removed], who gives mother her medication's...
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.
Welcome to Scottsdale Village Square, an award-winning Pacifica Senior Living community in Scottsdale, AZ, created to be an oasis of comfort that anyone can enjoy. We offer Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Skilled Nursing services for all seniors looking for a place that...
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11 Video available
1414 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
8.4
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60 reviews
8.4
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60 reviews
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Facility is beautiful and we were able to secure an apt for sister-in-law when her previous facility closed. Spoke to the director and marketing person and proceeded with move. Medical coordinator came 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.
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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Cost of independent living in Tempe, AZ

The average cost of senior living in Tempe is $3,788 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Goodyear, AZ with an average of $2,893 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Tempe, AZ vs. nearby cities

Tempe, AZ
$3,788/mo
$3,794/mo
$3,738/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Tempe, AZ vs. the state and national average

Tempe, AZ
$3,788/mo
$3,727/mo
U.S. national average
$4,020/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Tempe vs. other types of senior living

$4,538/mo
Independent Living
$3,788/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Tempe, AZ by room type

Semi-Private
$4,232/mo
Studio
$4,828/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,562/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,128/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Tempe over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Tempe

Recent reviews for independent living in Tempe

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.

Tempe independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Tempe independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Tempe, 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 Tempe 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 Tempe 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
11.8%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.6%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
27.1%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30.6%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.1%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Tempe 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 Tempe communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
28.2%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.9%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
31.8%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Tempe 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 Tempe offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
35.3%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.9%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.2%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.6%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45.9%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
31.8%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.1%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.4%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.6%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
37.6%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
25.9%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.5%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Sunrise of Scottsdale, McDowell Village and Verena at Gilbert are the top-rated independent living facilities near Tempe, Arizona. See full list of communities.

There are 118 independent living facilities near Tempe, Arizona. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Tempe, 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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