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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Waddell, AZ
Assisted living costs in Waddell average about $3,582 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 97 communities in Waddell. Our detailed directory has 1162 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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My loved one really likes it here. I like that it is a smaller community, and that there is more one0on-one care from the staff. They will text, call, or post on Facebook about the residents. Trivia,...
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.
Avista Sun City West is a locally-owned memory care community dedicated to serving residents with dementia and cognitive loss in the west valley.Avista Memory care in Sun City, AZ is committed to making a meaningful difference for our residents and their families. Avista strives for the highest...
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Ventana Winds is awesome, and I love being here. All the nurses are the best, and the caregivers are really nice. They care!
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.
Ventana Winds is a unique assisted living near Sun City Arizona. Our assisted living community has one and two bedroom apartments with ample space for furniture and personal items. Each spacious apartment has a walk-in closet, patio or balcony, extra storage and a kitchenette with a full size...
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it was a very good experience for us, they were very kind and welcoming. my loved one was happy when he became aware of where he was. I would recommend Villa Serene to others.
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.
Villa Serene Assisted Living Homes are state licensed facilities located in Arizona's up and coming West Valley. Managed and attended by an experienced and dedicated staff, Villa Serene provides an unmatched level of comfort and care.This family owned business believes that professionalism and...
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the overall feel of this community just felt right, and everyone there was super friendly. The activities were pretty good, our loved one didn't always participate in them, but they had wine tastings, movie...
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.
We're now open as of September 4th 2018. We will offer a large memory care and assisted living apartments. Call for more information about our exceptional living lifestyle:Three chef prepared meals a dayWeekly housekeepingWeekly laundryUtilitiesWIFI and CableScheduled transportation Full...
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There were a couple who that made a major impact on my decision to move to the Palms. Nearly every one of the inhabitants that we talked to seemed to be very happy with their new lives at the Palms and they...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Situated in the heart of Sun City, just one block north of Bell Road and one block west of 99th Avenue, The Palms at Sun City is a vibrant community designed to help our seniors enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle – and experience greater well-being.This inviting resort style residence...
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My Aunt is living in Desert winds assisted living, [name removed] takes such wonderful care of her, always listens to what she has to say, she is so patient with her, she cares to all of her needs, and is...
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.
Desert Winds is a beautiful Assisted Living Community near Sun City, Arizona. Our Retirement Community provides large studio, one-and two-bedroom apartments with ample space for our residents’ furniture, clothing and personal items. The two-story Assisted Living Building is built around a...
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This is a excellent community for my mom. She was taken care of very well. The staff was excellent and treated mom with great care of mom while she was there. The rooms and the community grounds are very...
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.
True Love and Care of Goodyear is a senior residential care home located in the suburb city of Goodyear, AZ and in the Maricopa County. This group home setting is in a metropolitan area, located just outside the large capital of Phoenix. It is home to the Sonoran Desert National Monument and both...
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Under Angel Wings Care Home Assisted Living facility is hands down the absolute BEST care home in Arizona! My mom was in the hospital for a while, then went to Hospice of the Valley (HOV) and then she needed...
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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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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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.
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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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.
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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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.
Arizona Comfort Care Arizona Comfort Care is located in Maricopa county, Surprise AZ. This is a residential care home assisting residents in a group home setting. The city of Surprise is a perpetually sunny community that is located in the Sonoran Desert. The desert creates an arid climate...
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.
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.
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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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.
DT Care LLC is an assisted living community located in the city of Surprise, Arizona in Maricopa county. Physically active senior members of the DT Care LLC community love to take long walks among the lovely homes in the area, stumbling onto the multitude of nearby parks that dot the area. Truly...
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.
Quality Elder Care Quality Elder Care is a senior care home located in exceptionally attractive North Bethesda, Maryland, located in Montgomery County. The residential care home is designed with a modern single structure for easy accessibility by the seniors. The serenity of the area is usually a...
Cost of assisted living in Waddell, AZ
The average cost of senior living in Waddell is $3,582 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Goodyear, AZ with an average of $3,214 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Waddell, AZ vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Waddell, AZ vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Waddell vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Waddell, AZ by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Waddell, AZ
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What families are saying about assisted living in Waddell
Recent reviews for assisted living in Waddell
Rody's ACH in Phoenix, AZ
5.0
The care my loved one is receiving is better than I could ask for. The caregivers are compassionate and loving. My loved one is receiving a lot of one on one care. Rodica is wonderful and definitely suits all of the patient's needs. The food they provide is good, but my loved one is not eating ...
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Mosaic Gardens Memory Care at Surprise
5.0
Love, love, love Avenir Memory Care of Surprise. My grandfather has lived here for 3 years and he gets the best care. So many activities. The food is great, fresh fruit daily and quality meals. I love the staff, so caring and attentive. I have no complaints, would highly recommend!
MorningStar at Arrowhead in Glendale, AZ
4.6
As with most everything, what you put in to a place is what you get out of it. As long as you are on top of things, frequent visits and get to know the staff, it's a very good place.
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Improved communication with families. Many reviews mention the importance of clear and effective communication between families and staff to ensure care needs are being met and keep everyone informed. At Arbor Ridge, for example, residents and their families appreciate regular updates on their loved ones' well-being, while at Orc ...
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Variety of activities for residents. Reviews consistently highlight the importance of engaging activities for residents to keep them active and social. At Sun City West Assisted Living and Memory Care, for example, residents enjoy a nice outdoor space, daily activities, and opportunities for family visits and small parties. At P ...
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Well-maintained facilities and grounds. Reviews often praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the community, whether it's for the private rooms or group areas. At The Gardens of Sun City, for example, the Gardens are praised for their pristine condition, while at Palos Verdes Senior Living, the building and grounds are described as c ...
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Friendly and caring staff members. Residents and their families consistently express appreciation for the kindness and compassion of the staff at their communities. At Sun City West Assisted Living and Memory Care, staff members are described as friendly and helpful, while at Hacienda Del Rey, staff are praised for their pati ...
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Personalized care plans for residents. Reviews mention the importance of individualized care plans tailored to each resident's unique needs. At The Groves, for example, residents receive meals that cater to their dietary requirements, and at The Woodmark at Sun City, the staff are accommodating to residents' preferences and reque ...
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Engaging social activities and events. Many residents find enjoyment in the wide range of specialized activities offered in communities. For example, at Palos Verdes Senior Living, residents go on trips to museums and enjoy learning opportunities, while at Vineyard Park of Surprise, residents participate in singing, playing games ...
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Waddell review score based on 188 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 188 reviews of 82 Waddell assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Waddell 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
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Review subcategories for Waddell 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 188 reviews of 82 Waddell assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Waddell 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.Waddell, AZ averageNational average
Cleanliness
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Friendliness
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Care services
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Staff
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4.5
Meals & dining
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Activities
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Waddell assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Waddell assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Waddell, 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 Waddell 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 Waddell 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
48.8%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
40.2%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
89%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
53.7%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
17.1%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.9%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
40.2%
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Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Waddell 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 Waddell 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
51.2%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
25.6%
32.1%
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 Waddell 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 Waddell 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
17.1%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
26.8%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Waddell 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 Waddell communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
24.4%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.3%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
26.8%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Waddell 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 Waddell offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
32.9%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
19.5%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.6%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.2%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
34.1%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41.5%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.8%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24.4%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
24.4%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
32.9%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
32.9%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
22%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.6%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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State regulations for assisted living in Waddell
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 Waddell protect seniors.
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Brookdale Camino del Sol, The Gardens of Sun City and Pacifica Senior Living Peoria are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Waddell, Arizona. See full list of communities.
There are 97 assisted living facilities near Waddell, Arizona. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Waddell, Arizona are The Gardens of Sun City, Pacifica Senior Living Peoria and Palos Verdes Senior Living. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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