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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in San Manuel, AZ

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Assisted living costs in San Manuel average about $4,779 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 12 communities in San Manuel. Our detailed directory has 138 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. 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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San Manuel Assisted Living Facilities | 138 Reviews

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Photo of Fairwinds - Desert Point
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9.4
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27 reviews
9.4
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27 reviews
5 star
56%
4 star
33%
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The food is good, 4, the staff is polite, organized and attentive, 5, the place is kept neat and clean, 5, there are many activities, 5, the costs are high but reasonable, 4, I could live there.
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.
Fairwinds - Desert Point offers luxurious apartment homes in a fun and active retirement community. We are very proud to be managed by Leisure Care, who leads the industry in the development and management of retirement communities that are all about Five-Star Fun. At Fairwinds - Desert Point, we...
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1111 Photos available
9.3
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55 reviews
9.3
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55 reviews
5 star
64%
4 star
25%
3 star
2%
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2%
1 star
7%
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[name removed] (my sister) has been a resident for 5 months. All staff are very friendly and competent (highly). Wellness, business, activities and core personnel are wonderful. Thank you!
Provides: Memory Care
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.
A Life of Purpose and MeaningWhen you decide to move your loved one into our warm and welcoming memory care community, you can rest easy knowing they will be surrounded by a friendly care team and given all kinds of opportunities to enjoy a life rich in purpose and meaning. Because our community...
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Photo of Tucson Place at Ventana Canyon
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1212 Floor plans available
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8.2
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29 reviews
8.2
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29 reviews
5 star
59%
4 star
21%
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0%
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3%
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17%
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I would give them all a 5. But if I could rate higher, I would. Especially in 3,4 and 7. My mom's last weeks of her life. She had told me this was her favorite place to live. She had made some wonderful...
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.
We are happy to announce that Tucson Place at Ventana Canyon is recognized as a U.S. News & World Report Best Assisted Living community for the second year running!Tucson Place is located in the beautiful Catalina Foothills of Tucson, Arizona, and offers personalized assisted living...
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Photo of Catalina Springs Memory Care
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88 Floor plans available
5 star
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8%
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17%
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Catalina Springs Memory Care community needs some more staffing. We often couldn't find anyone to talk to about our family member when needed. With staffing improvements, we would recommend this community to...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
Can it really be different? Yes. Our unique community is designed with the residents in mind, showcasing a new concept in memory care that provides an atmosphere that is inviting and comfortable for both your loved one and you. Catalina Springs Memory Care Residence feels more like you are in...
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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.
Photo of All Seasons Oro Valley
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.
Photo of Saguaro Ranch Luxury Assisted Living
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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Great accommodations, villas & apartments. Good food, friendly staff. Residents very social and friendly. Lots to do! Life care program a BIG plus. When you move in to independent, assisted, memory care...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Photo of Dempsey's Adult Care Home
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.
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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Photo of Angels Care Home
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.
Photo of Desert Gardens Assisted Living
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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.
Desert Gardens Assisted Living provides a warm and inviting environment in a luxurious, residential home. Our residents are able live in a home with compassionate, experienced caregivers. At Desert Gardens, our mission is to enrich the lives of our residents and their families, and provide the...

Cost of assisted living in San Manuel, AZ

The average cost of senior living in San Manuel is $4,779 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include El Capitan, AZ with an average of $3,248 per month.

Assisted living costs in San Manuel, AZ, vs. nearby cities

San Manuel, AZ
$4,779/mo
$5,054/mo

Assisted living costs in San Manuel, AZ, vs. state and national averages

San Manuel, AZ
$4,779/mo
$3,910/mo
U.S. national average
$4,740/mo

Assisted living costs in San Manuel, AZ, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,779/mo
$5,245/mo

Assisted living costs in San Manuel, AZ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,928/mo
Studio
$4,607/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,051/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,850/mo

Senior living costs in San Manuel 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: San Manuel, AZ
Column state: Arizona
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSan Manuel, AZArizonaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,779/mo$3,910/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$5,245/mo$4,624/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living$4,820/mo$3,911/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
San Manuel, AZ:$4,779/mo
Arizona:$3,910/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
San Manuel, AZ:$5,245/mo
Arizona:$4,624/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Independent Living
San Manuel, AZ:$4,820/mo
Arizona:$3,911/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Assisted living costs in San Manuel, AZ, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in San Manuel and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in San Manuel, AZ

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in San Manuel 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 median 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
San Manuel, AZ$3,663/mo$4,903/mo-25.3%
Arizona$4,185/mo$4,336/mo-3.5%
National$4,536/mo$4,521/mo+0.3%
San Manuel, AZ
2024 average cost:$3,663/mo
2023 average cost:$4,903/mo
Percent change:-25.3%
Arizona
2024 average cost:$4,185/mo
2023 average cost:$4,336/mo
Percent change:-3.5%
National
2024 average cost:$4,536/mo
2023 average cost:$4,521/mo
Percent change:+0.3%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in San Manuel, 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 San Manuel.

What families are saying about assisted living in San Manuel

Recent reviews for assisted living in San Manuel

Fairwinds - Desert Point in Oro Valley, AZ

4.6
What we like the most about Fairwinds - Desert Point is the friendliness of employees and the other residents. Employees are very helpful. Lots of activities to keep us busy.

Catalina Springs Memory Care in Oro Valley, AZ

5.0
Absolutely wonderful. Great staff. Very knowledgeable and kind. Never talked to anyone who did not know person stories and fact about my brother-in-law. I highly recommend this facility. If I had to go in, it would be here.

Brookdale Oro Valley

4.8
Moved my dad into Brookdale Oro valley in [date removed] from the Villas in Green Valley after he started displaying exit seeking behavior. His dementia was progressing to the point where a memory care only facility made sense. Brookdale Oro valley so far has been a great place for him. Their ...
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San Manuel review score based on 30 family reviews

9.0
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This proprietary review score is based on 30 reviews of 12 San Manuel assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The San Manuel 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

San Manuel review score compared against nearby cities

9.0
San Manuel, AZ12 facilities
9.4
Mammoth, AZ7 facilities
8.7
Saddlebrooke, AZ14 facilities

Review subcategories for San Manuel 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 30 reviews of 12 San Manuel assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare San Manuel 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.
San Manuel, AZ averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.1
Friendliness
4.5
4.2
Care services
4.1
3.8
Staff
4.2
4.0
Meals & dining
3.8
3.7
Activities
3.9
3.7
Value for cost*
4.0
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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San Manuel assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in San Manuel assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in San Manuel, 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 San Manuel 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 San Manuel that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
San Manuel, AZNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
58.3%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
58.3%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
83.3%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
16.7%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
83.3%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
75%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in San Manuel 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 San Manuel Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
San Manuel, AZNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
66.7%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
33.3%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
58.3%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.7%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in San Manuel 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 San Manuel partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
San Manuel, AZNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
41.7%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
58.3%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in San Manuel 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 San Manuel communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
San Manuel, AZNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
25%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in San Manuel 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 San Manuel offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
San Manuel, AZNational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
41.7%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.7%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41.7%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.7%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
41.7%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
8.3%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.7%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in San Manuel

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