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The average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Arizona is $5,119, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data. This can serve as a helpful benchmark for what families in the El Capitan area can expect to pay. Pricing may vary based on the community’s location, your loved one’s care needs, and any additional services or amenities.

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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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This is a nice community for my brother. The staff is very good and caring. The food is good and he seems happy with the variety. Families would like the care at this community.
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.
Baraka at Parkwood Ranch is a senior care home in beautiful Mesa, Arizona, in Maricopa County. Our comfortable home is situated in a quiet residential area. Baraka is close to beautiful parks and offers perfect weather with a spacious backyard. Mesa is a wonderful place to live and a great place...
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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.
Mama Care Assisted LivingMama Care Assisted Living is a residential care home located in Mesa, Arizona in Maricopa County. Mesa is known for outstanding year-round weather, and the neighborhood surrounding our community is vibrant and friendly. Join friends at the Mesa Market Place Swap Meet or...
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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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I want to thank A Place for Mom for helping me find this caring residential home for my mom. The community is caring, patient, attentive and treat the residents with kindness, dignity & respect. It gives me...
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 adult care, quality is of the utmost importance . At Arizona Premier Adult Care II, we offer a comfortable family home environment for your loved own. We are a premium assisted living facility located in Mesa Arizona. We are dedicated to providing the highest levels of...
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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.
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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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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.
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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.
Golden Haven II Assisted Living Home Golden Haven II Assisted Living Home is a senior care home located in Mesa, AZ, in Maricopa County. The beautiful city of Mesa, which boasts a history of more than 2,000 years, offers a rich cultural scene that is enjoyed by visitors and residents alike. The...

Cost of assisted living in El Capitan, AZ

The average cost of senior living in Arizona is $5,119 per month as compared to $5,830 in the United States.

Senior living costs in Arizona vs. 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 state: Arizona
Column national: U.S.
Column costDifference: Cost difference
Community typeArizonaU.S.Cost difference
Assisted Living$5,119/mo$5,830/mo12.2% below national median
Memory Care$5,890/mo$6,999/mo15.8% below national median
Independent Living$3,090/mo$3,520/mo12.2% below national median
Assisted Living
Arizona:$5,119/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Cost difference:12.2% below national median
Memory Care
Arizona:$5,890/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Cost difference:15.8% below national median
Independent Living
Arizona:$3,090/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Cost difference:12.2% below national median
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in El Capitan, AZ

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What families are saying about assisted living in El Capitan

Recent reviews for assisted living in El Capitan

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.

Alott of Care Superstition in Apache Junction, AZ

4.8
I highly recommend this facility. They were very friendly and helpful. They provide a high level of care to the residents there. They're very dedicated to their residents.

Alder Leaf at Hasting Farms in Queen Creek, AZ

5.0
Both my family and I are very pleased with the care our loved one has received at Alder Leaf at Hasting Farms. The staff and residents are friendly. The food and activities are wonderful for the residents. Overall, this is a community I would recommend to others for their loved ones.

El Capitan review score based on 62 family reviews

9.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 62 reviews of 36 El Capitan assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The El Capitan 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

El Capitan review score compared against nearby cities

9.4
El Capitan, AZ36 facilities
8.8
San Tan Valley, AZ0 facilities
8.2
Phoenix, AZ0 facilities

Review subcategories for El Capitan 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 62 reviews of 36 El Capitan assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare El Capitan 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.
El Capitan, AZ averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.7
3.6
Friendliness
3.6
3.6
Care services
3.3
3.3
Staff
3.6
3.5
Meals & dining
3.3
3.2
Activities
3.3
3.2
Value for cost*
3.1
3.3
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El Capitan assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in El Capitan assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in El Capitan, 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 El Capitan 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 El Capitan that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
El Capitan, AZNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
38.9%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
30.6%
34.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
80.6%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
52.8%
57.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
13.9%
30.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
91.7%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
44.4%
47.8%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
52.8%
52.9%
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Availability of select dementia care services in El Capitan 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 El Capitan Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
El Capitan, AZNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
41.7%
51.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
11.1%
33.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
5.6%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in El Capitan 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 El Capitan partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
El Capitan, AZNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
8.3%
27.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16.7%
41.8%
No sugar
No sugar
19.4%
38.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
37.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.6%
18.9%
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Availability of select dining options in El Capitan 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 El Capitan communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
El Capitan, AZNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
5.6%
32.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
8.3%
43.2%
Room service
Room service
11.1%
37.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5.6%
18.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in El Capitan 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 El Capitan offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
El Capitan, AZNational
Activity director
Activity director
13.9%
47.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
13.9%
31.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
8.3%
31.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
25%
50.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25%
50.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
22.2%
53%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
16.7%
42.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
8.3%
36.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
11.1%
38.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
19.4%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
22.2%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
11.1%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
2.8%
25.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
19.4%
46.8%
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State regulations for assisted living in El Capitan

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

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Brookdale Apache Junction, Sky Vista and Altercare Assisted Living Home are the top-rated assisted living facilities near El Capitan, Arizona. See full list of communities.
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The best assisted living facility near you in El Capitan, Arizona is Brookdale Apache Junction. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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