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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Desert Ridge nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Desert Ridge, AZ may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

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Photo of Brookdale North Scottsdale
11 Video available
1010 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.5
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101 reviews
9.5
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101 reviews
5 star
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Nice and clean place. Good, qualified and friendly staff. Fresh baked cookies daily which the residents love. Administrative and nursing g personnel easily available for questions and or concerns. Front desk...
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.
Home Sweet HomeAre you ready to redefine independence? If so, our assisted living and memory care community in Scottsdale, Arizona is ready to welcome you with open arms. You’ll find that once you let go of the cumbersome chores like home maintenance and cleaning, you will have ample time to...
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9.4
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38 reviews
9.4
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38 reviews
5 star
51%
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I was there visiting my mom this week. What a wonderful group of people in that staff, led by [name removed], [name removed], [name removed], and the rest of the fabulous staff. They engage all the residents...
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.
Nestled in the heart of an established, quiet neighborhood on a 22-acre campus in North Scottsdale, Pueblo Norte Senior Living Community offers a unique blend of residential and health care services that have provided a continuum of care to area seniors for almost 30 years. A large number of our...
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11 Video available
1717 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
9.9
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89 reviews
9.9
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89 reviews
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I would give them all a 5. It wasn't all perfect, but close enough. What we like the most about the community is the friendliness of the staff and the residents. Yes, we would recommend McDowell Village to...
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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11 Video available
77 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.8
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76 reviews
9.8
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76 reviews
5 star
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Be sure to confirm price as it fluctuates daily!! They price like a hotel. Supply and demand. A bit misleading and unfair. Rooms are small but suitable. Amenities are great.
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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1212 Photos available
9.7
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24 reviews
9.7
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24 reviews
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Very supportive staff thru out facility Activities for all interests with monthly outings Environment is beautiful set in the between Pinnacle Peak & Troon Mt Fairly new facility also Independent & assisted...
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.
Introducing ACOYA Scottsdale at Troon:A stunningly beautiful retirement community with a novel approach to life.Welcome to ACOYA, a dynamic community of lifestyle amenities, concierge services and striking desert beauty. Here, you’ll live just steps away from the Pinnacle Peak trailhead in one of...
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11 Video available
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99 Floor plans available
9.5
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105 reviews
9.5
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105 reviews
5 star
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My mom recently made a move to Atria and is so very happy!! The staff, facility and residents are wonderful. It has been a very positive move for sure. It was a delight working with a Place for Mom as well,...
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.
Our luxurious, resort-style community is situated in a residential neighborhood in North Scottsdale with stunning mountain views and kaleidoscopic sunsets. We're within walking distance of shopping, dining and banking less than 20 miles from downtown Phoenix. Atria Park of Sierra Pointe has...
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9.5
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10 reviews
9.5
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10 reviews
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We have been really happy with Acoya Shea. The facility is beautiful! Everyone is friendly. There are lots of activities for those who enjoy keeping active. My mom participates in the 2x's week exercise...
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.
ACOYA Shea is a new senior living community in Scottsdale, AZ, focusing on luxury and comfort. Offering Independent Living, Assisted Living, and the revolutionary Revere? Memory Care, ACOYA Shea is the epitome of comfort, with limitless amenities and services to please the most discerning...
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11 Video available
2323 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.4
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78 reviews
9.4
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78 reviews
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Most everyone is helpful and willing to work with you. The main reasons we chose this facility over others was because of the private room he was able to get and it is a pet friendly facility so he could ...
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.
We offer a distinctive approach to specialized memory care and assisted living, which builds on already more than ten years of dedicated service. Our grounds are beautifully manicured and maintained with walking paths, shaded seating areas, and views for enjoying the outdoors and seating areas...
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Photo of Truewood by Merrill, Scottsdale
99 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.2
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20 reviews
9.2
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20 reviews
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People are friendly and perusable. Always something to do it you want to be kept busy. They have a van and can take you shopping or to the doctors or other appointments you may have. They will plan days for...
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.
Truewood by Merrill, Scottsdale is in the vibrant heart of Scottsdale, with easy access to Phoenix, Mesa, and Tempe, Arizona. It truly is at the center of it all, near shopping, restaurants, and world-class medical centers. Truewood by Merrill, Scottsdale is a beautiful place to live with a...
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11 Video available
2929 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.1
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73 reviews
9.1
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73 reviews
5 star
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Friendship among residents and looking out for reach other is the main plus. Hourly workers are very caring and look after our needs. We would like to see more communication between staff concerning changes...
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.
Andara is the premier Scottsdale, Arizona 5-Star luxury community providing both Independent and Assisted Living. Featuring finely carved woods, rich carpets, custom furniture, and Art Deco designs throughout the community. Residents here are very active, enjoy Josephine’s Café Sunset Socials,...
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Photo of Brookdale Central Paradise Valley
11 Video available
1010 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.0
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115 reviews
9.0
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115 reviews
5 star
46%
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3 star
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Staff is great always welcoming. I've met and liked to many friendly people only two things. I'd like to see improved updated showers future and light above dining area.
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.
At our independent, assisted living and memory care community in Phoenix, Arizona, you can enjoy all the comforts of retirement without the burdens of home ownership, cleaning, cooking, and more. Instead of wasting your energy on the responsibilities you’ve carried for decades, you can wake up...
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Photo of Brookdale Desert Ridge
11 Video available
1212 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.9
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49 reviews
8.9
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49 reviews
5 star
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I love the friendliness of the staff and also, the residents. I like that people greet each other and it's small enough so the staff knows each resident. They had some trouble getting a new bus driver but...
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.
These Are The Best YearsThe seniors you see here may be part of our assisted living and memory care community in Phoenix, but we like to think of them as family. Each and every person who walks through our door is an individual with a unique story and background, and a host of personal interests....
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Photo of Clarendale Arcadia
2929 Photos available
8.8
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8 reviews
8.8
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8 reviews
5 star
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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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Photo of Legacy Village of Salt River
11 Video available
1717 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.6
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43 reviews
8.6
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43 reviews
5 star
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[name removed] was there on a respite stay for 1 month. However during that time I was very happy with her stay. The food was good, and the staff responded fairly fast when she needed help.
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 Legacy Village of Salt River, recent recipient of the APFM "Best of Senior Living" 2023 award/recognition (2nd year). Open since 2021, Legacy Village of Salt River, a premier senior living community, provides independent living, assisted living and memory care services, while "Serving...
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Photo of Sagewood Desert Willow AL and MC
1818 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.5
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3 reviews
8.5
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3 reviews
5 star
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All are a 5. My loved one is quite happy there and participates in many activities as there is such a variety. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would absolutely recommend Sagewood Desert Willow...
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.
Sagewood Acacia Healthcare is managed by Life Care Services®, An LCS® Company. Life Care Services ranked highest in customer satisfaction in the J.D. Power 2019 Senior Living Study and achieved the highest score in all seven study factors: resident services and activities; community staff; food...
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8.0
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13 reviews
8.0
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13 reviews
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I would recommend to others. Also, management and staff are dedicated to compassionate care and proactively communicate well with family.Very earnest qualified management and support staff are very much...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Barton House is an Alzheimer's memory care community located in Scottsdale, Arizona in Maricopa county. Seniors that enjoy golf love living at Barton House, due to Orange Tree Golf Resort, Gainey Ranch Golf Club, and McCormick Ranch Golf Club all being within a short distance of the community....
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Photo of Clearwater Mayo Blvd
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8.5
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2 reviews
8.5
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2 reviews
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My dad is not much of an activities guy so I can't speak to that but the staff from the aides and nurses, restaurant staff, maintenance to executive staff have all been fantastic. The facility is always...
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.
When you choose Clearwater Mayo Blvd in Phoenix, Arizona, you’re choosing the best possible life for yourself or your loved one. This senior living community isn’t just a welcoming home – it’s practically a whole neighborhood by itself. You’ll enjoy a host of resort-style services and amenities,...
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Photo of Amber Creek Inn Memory Care
11 Video available
2222 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.0
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49 reviews
8.0
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49 reviews
5 star
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Community relations director gave me a thorough tour. During which I had the opportunity to meet several staff members and observe residents participating in activities. A very friendly and caring...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Amber Creek Inn provides seniors with a caring and supportive staff that is available to help them with their daily needs. Our staff is trained to help those dealing with dementia and Alzheimer's, and they know how to offer just the right assistance to those in need of it. Our staff will treat...
Photo of The Ranch Estates at Scottsdale
11 Video available
1111 Photos available
8.0
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17 reviews
8.0
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17 reviews
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My loved one is currently a resident at The Ranch Estates at Scottsdale and everything has been great. The staff is excellent to my mother. Housekeeping does a nice job. The move in process went without a...
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.
Welcome to The Ranch Estates at Scottsdale! If you're looking for a community that understands and honors you as a unique individual, you've come to the right place. We understand you probably have many questions, and we're here to help make the process as simple and straightforward as possible....
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11 Video available
2323 Photos available
1111 Floor plans available
8.0
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66 reviews
8.0
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66 reviews
5 star
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Staff is very attentive and friendly. They have made my dad feel welcomed and at home. Beautiful, clean facility that decorates for all the holidays. My dad enjoys the activities and entertainment on a daily...
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.
Belmont Village Scottsdale is conveniently situated in the center of several world-class health care facilities, including Scottsdale Healthcare Shea Medical Center, Scottsdale Healthcare Thompson Peak Hospital, Mayo Clinic, and Mayo Hospital in North Phoenix. Abundant shopping, restaurants and...
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99 Photos available
8.0
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24 reviews
8.0
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24 reviews
5 star
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The entire facility is brand new one the inside. New furniture, floors and paint. The rooms are very nice and the staff is so friendly. Activities every day for varying level of mobility. Since they have...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Mosaic Gardens at Scottsdale Memory Care is a new memory care community in Scottsdale that provides the highest quality of care and support to those with Alzheimer's disease and other memory impairments. Our community also allows our residents the freedom to visit their neighbors and enjoy large,...
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On [date removed] My wife and I were given the seemingly impossible task of finding a place for dad. We were lost at sea! [name removed] became our guiding light and heroically stepped up and showed us how...
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.
Paradise Living Centers opened its newly built North Central Phoenix group home in April 2016. This is the second location for Paradise Living Centers, which is a locally owned and operated. Featuring 10 - bedroom and private bath suites and spacious living spaces for residents to enjoy.
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Photo of Lone Mountain Memory Care
88 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
7.9
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25 reviews
7.9
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25 reviews
5 star
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Superb personalized care. They made my mom happy & feel like she was home. She passed way but we felt she received the best care possible.
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
The premier senior living community in Scottsdale, Arizona, Lone Mountain Memory Care is a new community known for its high-quality care. We are privately owned and operated by Spectrum Retirement Communities, LLC. That means we design, build and run all of our communities ourselves, so when you...
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Photo of Clearwater Pinnacle Peak
88 Photos available
1111 Floor plans available
7.7
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15 reviews
7.7
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15 reviews
5 star
46%
4 star
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3 star
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Most of the care staff are very kind, professional, courteous caring and helpful. The executive staff has been responsive when I have had challenges or questions and concerns. They need healthier higher...
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.
Discover the pinnacle of senior living in beautiful Scottsdale, Arizona. Clearwater Pinnacle Peak provides a full spectrum of care in a luxurious setting with upscale amenities and five-star service. Whether you want an Independent Living community that pampers you in every way, or you want the...
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Photo of Bethesda Gardens
77 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
7.5
Review score
14 reviews
7.5
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14 reviews
5 star
36%
4 star
36%
3 star
21%
2 star
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After a tour it seemed nice, clean, with helpful staff. The overall facility is very nice and clean. But the memory care wing is older and not as nice.
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.
In the spirit of love, Bethesda Adult Communities provides an environment where vintage lives blossom. We strive to cultivate a vibrant, active and healthy community. Bethesda Adult Communities are apart of a non-profit Christian based organization that have been caring for seniors for over 50...
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Cost of nursing homes in Desert Ridge, AZ

The average cost of senior living in Desert Ridge is $4,544 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Stotonic Village, AZ with an average of $4,125 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Desert Ridge, AZ vs. nearby cities

Desert Ridge, AZ
$4,544/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Desert Ridge, AZ vs. the state and national average

Desert Ridge, AZ
$4,544/mo
$4,480/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Desert Ridge vs. other types of senior living

$4,513/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,544/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Desert Ridge, AZ by room type

Semi-Private
$4,927/mo
Studio
$5,477/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,873/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,470/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,090/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Desert Ridge over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Desert Ridge

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Desert Ridge

The Auberge at Scottsdale

5.0
My husband has been in residence for one year and I have been there almost every night to sit with him and put him to bed. For the last 11 weeks I have not been able to be with him and at first I thought know one could take my place. I do Skype him twice a day and he is very happy. I watch ...
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Brookdale North Gilbert

5.0
This community is dedicated to memory car.its , spacious rooms, hallways and a beautiful secured courtyard. It’s a beautiful community with lots of activities on daily basis. Staff is well trained, everyone is friendly. It feels like home.

Amber Creek Inn Memory Care in Scottsdale, AZ

5.0
My mother was only there a month and a half before she passed, but I was very pleased with my experience at Amber Creek. The administration was organized, and the nursing staff was wonderful - very caring and attentive to my mother. The facility was less expensive than what I was paying in WA ...
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Desert Ridge nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Desert Ridge nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Desert Ridge, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Desert Ridge nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Desert Ridge that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
53.6%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
40.6%
10.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.2%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
94.2%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50.7%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30.4%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.2%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
37.7%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
50.7%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Desert Ridge nursing homes

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Desert Ridge Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
52.2%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
34.8%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
46.4%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.7%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Desert Ridge nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Desert Ridge partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Desert Ridge, AZNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.4%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40.6%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
40.6%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.7%
3.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Desert Ridge nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Desert Ridge communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
34.8%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
36.2%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.2%
0.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Desert Ridge nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Desert Ridge offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
37.7%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.7%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.2%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.5%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50.7%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.8%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.2%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36.2%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.9%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
49.3%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
27.5%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.5%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
49.3%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Pacifica Senior Living Peoria, Mountain Park Senior Living and McDowell Village are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Desert Ridge, Arizona. See full list of communities.

There are 103 nursing homes facilities near Desert Ridge, Arizona. See the full list.

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