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6 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Fort Mc Dowell, AZ

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Photo of MorningStar of Fountain Hills
1010 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.7
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54 reviews
9.7
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54 reviews
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Excellent facility with superb, well trained and caring staff. Gorgeous location overlooking the World Famous Fountain Hills fountain. Walking distance to shopping, restaurants, and desert trails. The lush...
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.
Assisted LivingFor our Assisted Living residents, MorningStar offers four levels of help with the activities of daily living: minimal; moderate; more frequent and intensive; and extensive. In all cases, around-the-clock Care Managers ensure your safety and meet your needs.It is our staff's...
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11 Video available
2929 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.1
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73 reviews
9.1
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73 reviews
5 star
53%
4 star
22%
3 star
11%
2 star
3%
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Friendship among residents and looking out for reach other is the main plus. Hourly workers are very caring and look after our needs. We would like to see more communication between staff concerning changes...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Andara is the premier Scottsdale, Arizona 5-Star luxury community providing both Independent and Assisted Living. Featuring finely carved woods, rich carpets, custom furniture, and Art Deco designs throughout the community. Residents here are very active, enjoy Josephine’s Café Sunset Socials,...
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1111 Floor plans available
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7.9
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32 reviews
7.9
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32 reviews
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Mom is happy there. It's beautiful. And we're grateful she is safe and happy. I haven't noticed any issues with that. Mom might say differently. No problems. Most are nice. Food staff and Assisted living...
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.
Fountain View Village opened our doors in 2001. We have provided services to the senior community for over 25 years. 5 years ago we were purchased by Focus Healthcare Partners out of Chicago and Life Care Services out of Des Moines. Life Care Services (LCS) is the management company overseeing...
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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.
Sunrise Assisted Living Facility Sunrise Assisted Living is a residential care home located in the picturesque town of Fountain Hills, in Maricopa County, Arizona. Our unique home has so much to offer our residents and their loved ones. With beautiful clear blue skies and warm weather all year...
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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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Cost of assisted living in Fort Mc Dowell, AZ

The average cost of senior living in Fort Mc Dowell is $3,776 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sweet Water Village, AZ with an average of $3,343 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Fort Mc Dowell, AZ vs. nearby cities

Fort Mc Dowell, AZ
$3,776/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Fort Mc Dowell, AZ vs. the state and national average

Fort Mc Dowell, AZ
$3,776/mo
$3,778/mo
U.S. national average
$4,627/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Fort Mc Dowell vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$3,776/mo
$4,515/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Fort Mc Dowell, AZ by room type

Semi-Private
$4,700/mo
Private
$5,000/mo
Studio
$6,130/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,563/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,794/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Fort Mc Dowell over time

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What families are saying about assisted living in Fort Mc Dowell

Recent reviews for assisted living in Fort Mc Dowell

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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Fort Mc Dowell review score based on 25 family reviews

8.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 25 reviews of 5 Fort Mc Dowell assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Fort Mc Dowell 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

Fort Mc Dowell review score compared against nearby cities

8.9
Fort Mc Dowell, AZ5 facilities
8.2
Fountain Hills, AZ39 facilities
7.9
Scottsdale, AZ164 facilities

Review subcategories for Fort Mc Dowell 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 25 reviews of 5 Fort Mc Dowell assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Fort Mc Dowell 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
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
3.7
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.5
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.0
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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Fort Mc Dowell assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fort Mc Dowell assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fort Mc Dowell, 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 Fort Mc Dowell 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 Fort Mc Dowell 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
60%
51.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
40%
32.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
80%
56.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40%
29.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
80%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
80%
52.9%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Fort Mc Dowell 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 Fort Mc Dowell 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
80%
50.4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40%
31.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60%
40.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
13.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Fort Mc Dowell 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 Fort Mc Dowell 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
40%
26.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60%
39%
No sugar
No sugar
60%
36.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
80%
34.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
12.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Fort Mc Dowell 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 Fort Mc Dowell communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
60%
30.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60%
41%
Room service
Room service
60%
34.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
40%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fort Mc Dowell 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 Fort Mc Dowell offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
60%
45%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
60%
30.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
29.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
80%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
47.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60%
51.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60%
40.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
60%
33.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60%
36.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60%
45.4%
Live performances
Live performances
60%
45.7%
Dances
Dances
40%
28.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
60%
23.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60%
44.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Fort Mc Dowell

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 Fort Mc Dowell protect seniors.

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