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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Desert Ridge, AZ
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Everyone that we worked with at Sagewood Desert Willow was extremely friendly and engaged. We were assigned a move in coordinator who helped facilitate everything and provided the information we needed to...
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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My parents have been very pleased with Acoya. The apartment, staff, facility & food has been great! The facility is new & beautiful! The decor is very pretty & mom loves walking the halls to exercise &...
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.
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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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
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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.
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
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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.
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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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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All 5 stars. Lone Mountain Memory Care is a kind, caring, family atmosphere. The staff are very accommodating. Room size is spacious and clean. We have a large studio. Amenities are excellent as they...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
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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I am truly grateful to the entire staff at MD Senior Living for taking such excellent care of my dad while showing true kindness, compassion, and respect giving my dad the best possible living environment...
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.
Valencia at 19th 2 is an MD Senior Living home. At MD Senior Living, we’re changing the way Assisted Living is provided. Owned by a small group of physicians, our homes are beautifully designed for comfort and safety. Our caring staff consists of clinical professionals including a retired nurse,...
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This is a great place to go. The staff are very friendly, and keep in touch with the family about our loved one. They have been able to assist my loved one in taking their medications, and making sure my...
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.
Hazelwood MANOR is located in the center of historic Scottsdale, AZ, our retirement community offers the comforts of home with simply maintenance-free living. The Manor's mission is to provide a family-like home that offers each individual the respect, love, and compassion they deserve. Your...
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12 reviews
It has been great. He requires transportation for his dialysis, and their driver was always on time. It's next to a preserve, so the air is better. He said when he asked for help, the star were on it very...
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.
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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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.
We have been in business since year 2000. We provide the finest quality care for elderly, we are dedicated to make our home the best choice in Scottsdale for Assisted Living. Certified caregivers and supervision at all levels.Our caregivers are caring, loving, well educated and trained with...
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Vi at Grayhawk, a Vi and Plaza Companies Community and CCRC
7501 E Thompson Peak Pkwy, Scottsdale, AZ 85255Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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5 reviews
It is very superb in many ways. The community is a beautiful place staff are wonderful. It has just been way too long in isolation due to COVID and they need to open back up on a more individualized...
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.
Vi at Grayhawk is a Life Plan Community, also known as Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC), located in Scottsdale, Arizona. Overlooking the magnificent McDowell Mountains, Vi at Grayhawk offers easy access to the master-planned community's amenities as well as a wide variety of features...
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If you have a person who need memory care, it is a very good place. They have daily activities all day long to keep the residents engaged. The caregivers are all very nice. We chose this community...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
The Auberge at Scottsdale is a neighborhood specially designed to serve the needs of individuals living with Alzheimer's disease, dementia and other forms of memory loss. Every day we make it a goal to go above and beyond to enrich the lives of our residents. The staff is committed to delivering...
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Mother Teresa's Senior Care Home was truly a gift from God. Our goal for my friend that needed care was to keep her in her home, that is what she wanted. Mother Teresa's turned out to be so much better than...
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.
Perfectly located in North Scottsdale near shopping centers, restaurants, churches. Hospitals, Mayo Clinic within 10 min drive . We very much value cleanliness. Respects rights and dignity of residents. Capacity of 7 residents. All levels of care/ supervisory, personal and directed. All...
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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.
If you are looking for the best care and support, in a comforting homelike environment, then rest assured, your family is in good hands. At Hands of Care Assisted living facility, we understand that selecting the right care facility for your loved one can be a difficult decision. Nestled away in...
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I was impressed the minute we walked into the home. I got a good feeling and had a good talk with [Removed] and took the time to thoroughly answer my questions. . They have a board to write reminders for the...
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.
* State certified, Assisted Living Home * Year round sunny, North Scottsdale, Arizona * Owned, and managed by a Board Certified-Family Nurse Practitioner * Now accepting adult residents for personal and directed care services * Committed to safety, dignity, enjoyment, and rapid attention to...
Vi at Silverstone, a Vi and Plaza Companies Community and CCRC
23005 North 74th Street, Scottsdale, AZ 85255Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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I have been a resident of Vi@ Silverstone for seven plus years; [date removed] The life style at this senior resort resembles sailing on a luxury cruise ship with daily excursions followed by cocktail...
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.
Vi at Silverstone, a Vi and Plaza Companies Community in north Scottsdale and located north of Phoenix, is a Life Plan Community, also known as a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC). Vi at Silverstone is part of a 165-acre master-planned community on the former site of the Rawhide Western...
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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.
Valencia at 47th is an MD Senior Living home. At MD Senior Living, we’re changing the way Assisted Living is provided. Owned by a small group of physicians, our homes are beautifully designed for comfort and safety. Our caring staff consists of clinical professionals including a retired nurse, a...
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I like this community because it is small and there is a nurse here all of the time. This community is spotless clean and the food is terrific. My mom loves it here. They have activities like art projects,...
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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It is my pleasure to recommend Paradise Valley Loving Care. This is a place where one can feel confident their loved one receives good care.[Removed] and [Removed] and the staff treated my father as if he...
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.
We are all caregivers, and we’re all about Senior Care. Our staff is certified in all levels of care, specialized in memory care, dementia care, wound care, bed bound care, multiple sclerosis care, and end-of-life care. Working with the best home health agency, doctors, nurses, caregivers, social...
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My mom is there she gets the best care ever. It's all about them been loved and happy. I would recommend it 10 times over. ??????
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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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 Loving Kind Care Home, Too is a residential care home located in the beautiful state of Phoenix, AZ in Maricopa County. Phoenix, which is part of the Salt River Valley, is home to a rich cultural scene and a vibrant tourism industry. Visitors and residents alike delight in exploring the...
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We moved my father from another memory care facility to Shadow Mountain this past spring. The staff and facilities are the best I have ever encountered!! The director cares for each resident as though they...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Shadow Mountain Memory Care is a brand-new, physician owned, charming and safe memory care community that is dedicated to serving the needs of individuals with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. Conveniently located in North Phoenix Arizona, just off of Highway 51, Shadow Mountain...
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My mom has been in this home since [date removed]. The care she receives is fantastic. I have only high remarks for the Plaza. The staff is very accommodating. It’s always clean and welcoming. My mom has...
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.
Plaza Assisted Living of Scottsdale LLC is conveniently located in South Scottsdale off the 101 freeway for ease of access.Enjoy the comforts of home in our 2017 newly remodeled and licensed home which features 10 private rooms each with a private 1/2 bath. Our home offers 2 community roll-in...
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I've lived here for 4 months now. The facility is always clean and the staff is very friendly. I thought the facility came furnished and it didn't but the maintenance crew helped furnish my apartment. ...
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.
Our vision at Avista North Mountain is family, and we want our residents to feel right at home. We strive every day to provide the care our residents need, and the peace of mind their family members desire. We invite you to visit our community and see why we stress the importance of kindness in...
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He seems to be doing pretty well. I know he has had some difficulties adjusting initially, but things are working out pretty well so far. I just left him not too long ago and he was sitting in the dining...
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.
The Park at 7th Avenue is a charming assisted living community located in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona, where warm weather abounds. Our serene, spacious community is located adjacent to a community park where residents may enjoy the fresh, desert breeze and mountain views. Phoenix is a historic...
Cost of assisted living in Desert Ridge, AZ
The average cost of senior living in Desert Ridge is $3,787 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Stotonic Village, AZ with an average of $3,371 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Desert Ridge, AZ vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Desert Ridge, AZ vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Desert Ridge vs. other types of senior living
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What families are saying about assisted living in Desert Ridge
Recent reviews for assisted living in Desert Ridge
Atria Park of Sierra Pointe in Scottsdale, AZ
4.6
Best is the staff is great and friendly, they care about the residents. Also the rooms are very good sizes. Worst is it's expensive, worth the money as far as value but still expensive.
Legacy Retirement Residence of Mesa
4.1
I would say it is definitely a community you should consider. The evening and night staff were not as attentive as they should have been. They were not consistent with a night-time regiment and did not check on him enough during the night.
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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Desert Ridge review score based on 249 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 249 reviews of 153 Desert Ridge assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Desert Ridge 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 Ridge review score compared against nearby cities
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Desert Ridge, AZ153 facilities
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Review subcategories for Desert Ridge 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 249 reviews of 153 Desert Ridge assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Desert Ridge 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.Desert Ridge, AZ averageNational average
Cleanliness
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Desert Ridge assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Desert Ridge assisted living 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 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 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
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Doctor on call
Doctor on call
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24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
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Diabetic care
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*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
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Home care agency on-site
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Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
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Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
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Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Desert Ridge 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 Ridge 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
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Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
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Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
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Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Desert Ridge 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 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
13.1%
26.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.4%
39.1%
No sugar
No sugar
31.4%
36.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40.5%
34.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.1%
12.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Desert Ridge 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 Ridge communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Desert Ridge, AZNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
18.3%
30.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
18.3%
41.1%
Room service
Room service
26.8%
34.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.6%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Desert Ridge 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 Ridge offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Desert Ridge, AZNational
Activity director
Activity director
24.2%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
24.8%
30.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13.1%
29.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.5%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
39.9%
48%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45.8%
51.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20.9%
40.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
18.3%
33.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20.3%
36.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
32%
45.5%
Live performances
Live performances
35.9%
45.8%
Dances
Dances
16.3%
28.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.4%
23.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
44.7%
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State regulations for assisted living in Desert Ridge
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Arizona assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Desert Ridge protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
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