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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Waddell, AZ
Assisted living costs in Waddell average about $3,586 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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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.
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 senior living, one retirement and assisted living community stands out above the rest. Noble Senior Living is a retirement community that delivers unprecedented levels of service to our residents. Noble Senior Living is located in beautiful Surprise, Arizona. Noble Senior 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.
Advance Assisted Living Home, LLC is a cozy and comfortable assisted living facility located in Sun City, Arizona. As a small, family-operated assisted living facility, weÆre committed to providing personalized care in a home-like, secure environment, complete with all necessary health services...
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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My loved one has lived here for quite some time, and this is a VERY impressive community! The facility itself is clean, provides multiple levels of care, and all sorts of different activities. They couldn't...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
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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.
At The Inn, we provide care that balances independence with assistance and delivers service with compassion, understanding and respect. With comfortable, elegant accommodations and an impressive line of features and amenities, residents enjoy life with the confidence of knowing we are here,...
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Cost of assisted living in Waddell, AZ
The average cost of senior living in Waddell is $3,586 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Goodyear, AZ with an average of $3,217 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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Average cost of Assisted Living in Waddell over time
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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.
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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 187 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 187 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 187 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
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
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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%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
47.6%
53%
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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%
51.2%
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
54.9%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.2%
13.6%
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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%
26.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
26.8%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.8%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.2%
14.3%
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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%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
26.8%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11%
17.9%
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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%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.6%
30%
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%
34.4%
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%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
22%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.6%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
31.7%
45.4%
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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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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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