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Assisted living costs in Desert Highlands average about $5,073 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 691 communities in Desert Highlands. Our detailed directory has 8886 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Phoenix, Mesa and Scottsdale.

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
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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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.
Mountain Ranch Home Care is a senior care home that is located in the metropolitan city of Phoenix, Arizona in Maricopa County. Set in the Mojave Desert in the Southwestern United States, the city has many amazing days of sunshine throughout the year, allowing residents to enjoy plenty of outdoor...
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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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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.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Helping Hands ACHHelping Hands ACH, located within Phoenix, AZ, serves Maricopa County. The residential home care is situated within a region in the country that enjoys warm, dry air throughout the year. Phoenix is a large enough region to offer sights and entertainment to any family member or...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Rose Villa Assisted Living is a senior care home that is located in the metropolitan city of Phoenix, AZ and Maricopa County. Phoenix, also the large capital of Arizona is known for its upscale resorts, golf courses and mostly for its sunny and warm winters. In fact, it is even nicknamed the...
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They're doing a great job here with my loved one. The staff are all very caring, friendly, and patient. My loved one needs a lot of individual attention which they are more than happy to provide here....
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Best Care Home of Moon Valley #4 is located in Deer Valley Village in the northern end of the Phoenix, AZ metropolitan area. It is surrounded by newer estate complexes and natural preserves. Best Care Home of Moon Valley #4 is a need-specific facility with a maximum occupancy of 10 residents. The...
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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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I can't speak for others but my mom has been in this care facility for 4+ years and has been well cared for. She doesn't complain and the food that I have seen has always been freshly prepared and served....
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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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.
The Moon Valley Assisted Living LLC is a residential care home located in sunny Phoenix, Arizona in Maricopa County. The city of Phoenix is an active metropolitan area with an active lifestyle and plenty of recreational opportunities to enjoy. The city gets about 300 days of sunshine each year,...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
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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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Beautiful and clean house with everything in infrastructure structured around seniors. They have non slip floorings and bumpers on the corners, wide doors, walk in showers, fresh cooked food all the time and...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Ardc Scottsdale Home provides the warmth of a home environment, while offering personalized care to your loved ones. Family members enjoy the peace of mind knowing that their loved ones are receiving quality care, non-intrusive and safe individual assistance, while living in a warm, home-like...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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 Camelback Manor, the most luxurious assisted and independent living in Arizona, where luxury and tranquility meet.In our home-like atmosphere we offer compassionate care, dignified, safe and secure living and we help with all daily activities, including bathing, dressing, grooming,...
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My only concern with this care home is that the caregivers due not seem equipped to fully handle the care needs of a type II diabetes resident. This was a good place for mom but not for dad. The caregivers...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Chaparral Home Care is a residential care home located in the upscale city of Scottsdale, in Maricopa County, Arizona. Our beautiful city has an exciting and vibrant culture to offer our residents, with activities for people of all ages. Seniors and their loved ones can enjoy everything the city...
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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.
Scottsdale Villa  Assisted Living is Licensed for Five residents. It is located in a residential home. We provide Personal care, Supervisory Care and Directed care.Our Facility is near, Chapparall Park, Fashion Squire Mall, and Osborn Hospital.Our Facilities are located in a...
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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
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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.
Autumn Glen Elderly Care opened their doors in the Phoenix area as of December 2013. We are licensed for 3 Directed Care residents, which allows the maximum level of one on care. Our goal is to provide the highest level of care to each resident and help to rehabilitate the residents so that they...
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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.
All Roses Adult Care Home is located in Phoenix, Arizona within one mile of John C Lincoln Deer Valley Hospital. We are known for our personalized care in a small community atmosphere. We strive to make residents feel like they are at home and part of the family. All Roses ACH provides assisted...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Mountain Cove Luxury Care: Assisted Living and Memory Care home We provide 24 hour Superior Care. Our Care staff has over 30 years combined experience in senior care. Staff are certified care givers, med techs and Dementia Practitioners. The home is luxurious with outstanding mountain views. The...
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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.

Cost of assisted living in Desert Highlands, AZ

The average cost of senior living in Desert Highlands 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 Desert Highlands, AZ, vs. state and national averages

Desert Highlands, AZ
$5,073/mo
$5,119/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Desert Highlands, AZ, vs. other senior living options

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

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

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Desert Highlands 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.

Desert Highlands, AZAZ stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Desert Highlands, AZ

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Desert Highlands 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Desert Highlands, 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%
Desert Highlands, 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 Desert Highlands, 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 Desert Highlands.

What families are saying about assisted living in Desert Highlands

Recent reviews for assisted living in Desert Highlands

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.

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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House of Dignity Assisted Living in San Tan Valley, AZ

5.0
I love them. I am very happy with it. The communication with me is very good, and they keep me informed. They take good care of her, and the food looks good and is appealing, when I have seen it.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Thoughtfully designed living spaces. Many reviews praise the clean and well-laid-out private rooms in various communities, such as Atria Park of Sierra Pointe, where residents and their families appreciate the spaciousness and comfort. At Sunrise of Scottsdale, some residents have mentioned the benefits of having a balcony or p ...
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Welcoming and friendly staff. Numerous reviews highlight the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at different communities, like Atria Park of Sierra Pointe, Gardens Care Senior Living–Scottsdale, and Sunrise of Scottsdale. Residents and their families express gratitude for the genuine care and compassion shown by t ...
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Engaging and diverse activities. Reviews for communities such as Clearwater Pinnacle Peak, Atria Park of Sierra Pointe, and Acoya Troon by Cogir highlight the variety of activities offered, ensuring that there is something for every resident to enjoy. Whether it's group outings, exercise classes, or educational sessions, ...
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High-quality meals and dining experiences. Several reviews mention the importance of quality meals and dining experiences at communities, like Gardens Care Senior Living–Scottsdale, Brookdale Central Paradise Valley, and Acoya Shea by Cogir. The chef's accommodations for dietary restrictions and individual preferences ensure that r ...
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Proactive and attentive care. Throughout the reviews, the importance of attentive care is evident. Families share stories of how staff members at Sunrise of Scottsdale, Brookdale Central Paradise Valley, and Arizona Desert Falls went above and beyond to address their loved ones' needs, providing peace of mind and ensur ...
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Collaborative and open communication. Reviews for various communities, including Sunrise of Scottsdale, Paradise Valley Senior Living, and The Manor Village at Desert Ridge, note the importance of clear and consistent communication between staff and families. Regular updates and meetings help keep everyone informed and involve ...
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Desert Highlands review score based on 1,367 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 1367 reviews of 691 Desert Highlands assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Desert Highlands review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Desert Highlands review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Desert Highlands, AZ691 facilities
8.2
San Tan Valley, AZ537 facilities
8.5
Payson, AZ26 facilities

Review subcategories for Desert Highlands assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 1,367 reviews of 691 Desert Highlands assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Desert Highlands resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
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Cleanliness
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3.4
Friendliness
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Care services
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Staff
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Meals & dining
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Activities
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Desert Highlands assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Desert Highlands assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Desert Highlands, 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 Highlands 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 Desert Highlands 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
51.7%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
44.5%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
83.7%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.6%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
58.1%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
17.5%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.8%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
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Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Desert Highlands 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 Desert Highlands Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
55.5%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
24.9%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
52.7%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Desert Highlands 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 Desert Highlands partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.4%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29.2%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
28.9%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40.8%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Desert Highlands 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 Desert Highlands communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
18.2%
32.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
21.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
24%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Desert Highlands 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 Desert Highlands offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
25.4%
47.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20.1%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.2%
31.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35%
50.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.5%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
37.9%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.3%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20.8%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
19.7%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.6%
48%
Live performances
Live performances
30.8%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
19.1%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.9%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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State regulations for assisted living in Desert Highlands

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 Desert Highlands protect seniors.
Learn about Arizona assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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North Scottsdale Retreat, Acoya Troon by Cogir and Caring for Loved Ones 1 are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Desert Highlands, Arizona. See full list of communities.
There are 691 assisted living facilities near Desert Highlands, Arizona. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Desert Highlands, Arizona are Cottages at Peoria, The Oaks and Bella Vista Senior Living. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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