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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Big Reef Mill, AZ

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Assisted living costs in Big Reef Mill average about $5,073 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 10 communities in Big Reef Mill. Our detailed directory has 3 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Peoria, Surprise and Sun City West.

Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses. 

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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.
Bill and Brenda Cowles established My Father's Retirement Ranch in 1979 to offer a warm family living environment to a select number of seniors. Having celebrated their 25th Anniversary in October of 2004, the Cowles family is proud to offer a wider variety of living options than ever before. ...
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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: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Caring Angels is a tranquil residential care home located in Whittmann, Arizona in Maricopa County. Our residents enjoy a gorgeous, warm desert landscape while remaining close to major hospitals, including Tempe St. Luke's Hospital and the Banner Desert Medical Center. Here at Caring Angels, we...
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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: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
When it comes to senior living, one retirement and assisted living community stands out above the rest. Noble Senior Living is a retirement community that delivers unprecedented levels of service to our residents. Noble Senior Living is located in beautiful Surprise, Arizona. Noble Senior living...
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.
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Cost of assisted living in Big Reef Mill, AZ

The average cost of senior living in Big Reef Mill is $5,073 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include San Tan Valley, AZ with an average of $4,413 per month.

Assisted living costs in Big Reef Mill, AZ, vs. state and national averages

Big Reef Mill, AZ
$5,073/mo
$5,119/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Big Reef Mill, AZ, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,073/mo
$5,789/mo

Assisted living costs in Big Reef Mill, AZ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,513/mo
Studio
$4,126/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,073/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,378/mo

Senior living costs in Big Reef Mill 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: Big Reef Mill, AZ
Column state: Arizona
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBig Reef Mill, AZArizonaU.S.
Assisted Living$5,073/mo$5,119/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$5,789/mo$5,890/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$3,056/mo$3,090/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Big Reef Mill, AZ:$5,073/mo
Arizona:$5,119/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Big Reef Mill, AZ:$5,789/mo
Arizona:$5,890/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Big Reef Mill, AZ:$3,056/mo
Arizona:$3,090/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Big Reef Mill, AZ, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Big Reef Mill 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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Assisted living cost trends in Big Reef Mill, AZ

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Big Reef Mill 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 average 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Big Reef Mill, AZ$4,952/mo$4,838/mo+2.4%
Arizona$4,956/mo$4,824/mo+2.7%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Big Reef Mill, AZ
2024 average cost:$4,952/mo
2023 average cost:$4,838/mo
Percent change:+2.4%
Arizona
2024 average cost:$4,956/mo
2023 average cost:$4,824/mo
Percent change:+2.7%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Big Reef Mill, AZ

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Big Reef Mill.

What families are saying about assisted living in Big Reef Mill

Recent reviews for assisted living in Big Reef Mill

All Care Assisted in Surprise, AZ

5.0
I am very pleased with the care my mother receives at All Care assisted living home. The caregivers are cheerful, actively motivate each resident according to their needs and work very hard to provide a family home like atmosphere. The home is spic and span clean and lively. I cannot say enough ...
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Heritage Tradition in Sun City West, AZ

5.0
My mom is doing really great. She loves the community. They have a special diet and they go out of their way to her. The community is clean and the staff is outstanding. She likes living here and everything here is perfect for her. We would recommend every aspect of this community to other ...
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Surprise Farms Assisted Living LLC

5.0
Great place for a loved one or yourself!! They are kind efficient & are very loving to clients!! Everyone is clean and rooms are clean. Always smells so good, like great thing cooking. Our prayers were answered for our brother.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and helpful staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities, making residents and their families feel welcomed and cared for. For example, at Orchard Pointe at Surprise, staff members go above and beyond to ensure that residents' needs are met and that they are happ ...
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Wide range of activities. Several communities offer numerous activities and opportunities for residents to engage with each other and the community. At Sun City West Assisted Living, residents have access to activities like singing, playing games, and TV nights, as well as outings to doctors' appointments and local att ...
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Cleanliness and well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, with residents and their families expressing satisfaction with the cleanliness of both private rooms and communal areas. For instance, at Merrill Gardens at Anthem, Merrill Gardens at Anthem is described as clean and be ...
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Flexible and accommodating meals. Despite unique dietary restrictions and preferences, many communities are able to accommodate residents' needs. For example, at Orchard Pointe at Glendale, staff members make sure residents are able to enjoy their meals, even when appointments keep them from attending regular meal times.
Receptive and communicative staff. Communication between staff and families is a priority at several communities, with staff members keeping loved ones informed about their care and well-being. At Sun City West Assisted Living, for example, staff regularly updates families on their loved ones' progress and any changes to their ...
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Thoughtful and empathetic care. Residents and their families express appreciation for the compassionate care provided at various communities, with staff members going the extra mile to ensure that residents feel supported and comfortable. For instance, at Desert Winds Assisted Living and Memory Care, staff member [name remov ...
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Big Reef Mill assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Big Reef Mill assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Big Reef Mill, 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 Big Reef Mill assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Big Reef Mill 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
33.3%
53.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
66.7%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.7%
57.5%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
16.7%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
50%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Big Reef Mill assisted living

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 Big Reef Mill Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Big Reef Mill, AZNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
33.3%
51.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
16.7%
33.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
41.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Big Reef Mill assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Big Reef Mill partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Big Reef Mill, AZNational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16.7%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
16.7%
38.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
37.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
19.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Big Reef Mill assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Big Reef Mill communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
16.7%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
16.7%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
16.7%
37.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Big Reef Mill assisted 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 assisted living communities in Big Reef Mill offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
16.7%
47.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.7%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.7%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
16.7%
50.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
53.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.7%
36.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16.7%
39.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
16.7%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
16.7%
48%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
31.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
16.7%
47%
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State regulations for assisted living in Big Reef Mill

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Arizona assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Big Reef Mill protect seniors.
Learn about Arizona assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Rustic Ranch Senior Living, Z Haven At Vistancia Assisted Living LLC and Caring Angels are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Big Reef Mill, Arizona. See full list of communities.
There are 10 assisted living facilities near Big Reef Mill, Arizona. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Big Reef Mill, Arizona is The Enclave at Anthem Senior Living. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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