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The cost of independent living in Columbia is about $3,880 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 446 options. Read 5264 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Photo of Merrill Gardens at Anthem
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Mom is very happy with her decision to live at Merrill Gardens. She feels well taken care of and everyone, the residents and staff are welcoming and friendly. It is a nice size, large enough to have good...
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.
We offer senior living in Anthem, just outside of Phoenix, close to Scottsdale, Peoria, and Sun City. This new senior living community features architecture that blends with the desert setting, located near shopping and dining. Enjoy being part of the Anthem community close to the Community...
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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.
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All are a 5. My loved one is quite happy there and participates in many activities as there is such a variety. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would absolutely recommend Sagewood Desert Willow...
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.
Sagewood Acacia Healthcare is managed by Life Care Services®, An LCS® Company. Life Care Services ranked highest in customer satisfaction in the J.D. Power 2019 Senior Living Study and achieved the highest score in all seven study factors: resident services and activities; community staff; food...
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I don’t typically write reviews but I am going to in this case. My Mother was in decline over the last couple of years, and eventually was sent to Haven Health in Prescott after a visit to the local...
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.
Wake each morning to spectacular views of the Prescott Mountains! Join friends on the patio for a tall glass of lemonade or to savor a soft breeze. Enjoy three meals a day prepared by a dietary staff who cater to your preferences and deliver nutritionally balanced meals as well as nutritional...
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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
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Staff is very attentive and friendly. They have made my dad feel welcomed and at home. Beautiful, clean facility that decorates for all the holidays. My dad enjoys the activities and entertainment on a daily...
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.
Belmont Village Scottsdale is conveniently situated in the center of several world-class health care facilities, including Scottsdale Healthcare Shea Medical Center, Scottsdale Healthcare Thompson Peak Hospital, Mayo Clinic, and Mayo Hospital in North Phoenix. Abundant shopping, restaurants and...
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Very honey atmosphere. Employees are very kind
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.
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It seemed to be the best fit for my mother-in-law. It is a smaller community compared to some of the others we looked at. She said it felt more like home.
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 Avamere at Phoenix we're here to help you feel comfortable so you can focus on what's most important in your life. As part of the Avamere family of companies, we proudly offer assisted living and memory care services as we have more than 25 years. Many of our team members have been with us for...
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Staff is very friendly and accommodating. I think they're a little short-staffed right now, but so is everywhere else. Housekeeping seems pretty good, other than she's been without toilet paper once or...
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.
Home Sweet HomeOur assisted living and memory care community in Glendale, Arizona doesn’t require you to choose between independence and assistance. We think you deserve both, which is our community is made up of offer cozy apartment homes that give you the freedom of independent living combined...
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My experience has been extremely positive. The minute you walk in the door you are met with friendly faces...which is the overall culture of the community. Staff is attentive, caring and kind. Administrative...
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.
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Photo of Spring Gardens Peoria
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It is not easy to find who the correct person to contact when it comes to medical. There are multiple contacts for Leading MD's and Avanti. The cavity is top notch! And based on the experience we have had so...
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 Spring Gardens Peoria, our technologically advanced and beautifully designed community encourages independence and personal growth. To that end, our many features have been meticulously planned to balance the lifestyle you enjoy with the things you love to do - right where you live. Spring...
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I think it is more of a place for those who are in good shape and are more active and can get around easily. Unfortunately that was not the case for my loved one so it just was not the right fit. I would...
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 The Fountains at Lake Pleasant
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This place is over all a nice place to live I have been here 2 months and really like the other residents . It could use some changes but they seem to be working on that
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Our goal at the Fountains is to provide an easy living, independent lifestyle among a community of friends. In our quaint community, you’ll rediscover life's joys at the Fountains at Lake Pleasant and liberate yourself from the demands of home ownership. It's time to experience Independent Senior...
Photo of Desert Winds Assisted Living and Memory Care
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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
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.
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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excellent main services excellent caring neighbors excellent cleaning services excellent library, music, games, puzzles excellent entertainment, special and routine.
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Desert Winds Independent Retirement Community is a unique community designed for today's active seniors. If you are looking for a comfortable, secure environment where you can take advantage of the many optional amenities and still maintain your privacy and individuality, Desert Winds is waiting...
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Each client had their own bathroom and there are only 23 people in the dementia care. I would tell others just to make sure and always ask questions!
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.
At The Retreat at Alameda, our residents have all of the comforts of home with all of the care and security they need. We are a new build community, now open to accept residents. Conveniently located on 19th Ave, just south of Happy Valley Road in the Norterra area, we will be offering 72...
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My mother is doing very well since her move into Heritage Traditions. The food is outrageously good. The cafeteria at the Heritage is better than any restaurant in Surprise! Both the residents and staff are...
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.
The Heritage Tradition Campus is a for-lease community that offers three distinct lifestyles to choose from.  The Heritage Tradition features independent living in luxurious resort style apartments.  The Heritage Cottages offer Patio Homes with private garages, a greenbelt, walking...
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A good experience working with your team. From out of town so your recommendations were so helpful. We chose Salanta at the Park. They were very kind to my sister and brother in law. Sadly my sister only...
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.
"At Solana at the Park, we offer a variety of community features. Residents can enjoy regular off-site adventures and excursions. Cats and dogs are allowed in private quarters. Our property is conveniently located near accessible public transportation. We offer free wi-fi and high speed internet....
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Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Sierra Winds is a Life Plan Communityin the heart of Peoria, Arizona,that prioritizes choice, affordability,excellent care, and enhancing qualityof life for every resident. Established in 1989 as a non-profit organization, we have been setting the standard of excellence for over 30...
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The Deer Valley Senior Living community is very clean and the staff members are very responsive, based on our experience so far we would recommend them to other families
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.
Deer Valley Senior Living is a NEW property located conveniently off the 101 loop in Phoenix with close proximity to Hospitals, health care services, churches, shopping and Corporate businesses. Our Community will include 104 assisted living units and 15 memory care units including 3 companion...
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After much research in NX PHX AZ area we found Chaparral Winds in Surprise AZ. Well managed and staffed, gourmet chef food, excellent chorus, choice of planned activities (optional) a staff who care about...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Chaparral Winds Independent Living is located in Surprise AZ right off of Bell Road/Grand Ave. We are close to great shopping, dining and many major entertainment venues. A rich program of daily activities will keep you busy and if you don't feel like driving, hop onto one of our buses and...
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My dad moved to the BeeHive from another facility in Phoenix in January 2020. The difference in care and caring was night and day! [name removed] the owner is personally involved and strives to make sure...
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.
Photo of Vineyard Park of Surprise
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My father has been at Vineyard Park for over a year. He feels secure and is happy there. I appreciate the place because they offer many activities. It's always very clean. It smells good and the staff are...
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.
Situated in Surprise, with easy access to the 303 freeway, one block south of Bell Road and 2 blocks north of Surprise Stadium, between Parkview Place and Stadium Way. Surprise's premier assisted living and Alzheimer's community specializes in a holistic approach to wellness, including individual...
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Some of the lower ratings were patient fault. Patient did not choose to participate in activities and had poor appetite. Also my friend was only a resident for a few months and then required transfer to...
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.
Welcome to Orchard Pointe at Arrowhead, an Assisted Living and Memory Care community in Glendale, Arizona, that embraces individuality, encourages independence, and provides the care you need to live the life you want. Enjoy thoughtfully-designed living spaces, delicious meals served...
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The community was neat and clean and the staff was friendly. communication was good if I called and asked questions, but they did not proactively communicate with us. I would recommend this community to...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.

Cost of independent living in Columbia, AZ

The average cost of senior living in Columbia is $3,880 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Buckeye, AZ with an average of $3,044 per month.

Independent living costs in Columbia, AZ, vs. nearby cities

Columbia, AZ
$3,880/mo
$3,702/mo

Independent living costs in Columbia, AZ, vs. state and national averages

Columbia, AZ
$3,880/mo
$3,913/mo
U.S. national average
$4,160/mo

Independent living costs in Columbia, AZ, vs. other senior living options

$4,779/mo
Independent Living
$3,880/mo

Independent living costs in Columbia, AZ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,427/mo
Studio
$4,453/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,801/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,587/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,197/mo

Senior living costs in Columbia 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: Columbia, AZ
Column state: Arizona
Column national: U.S.
Community typeColumbia, AZArizonaU.S.
Independent Living$3,880/mo$3,913/mo$4,160/mo
Assisted Living$3,851/mo$3,912/mo$4,703/mo
Memory Care$4,779/mo$4,626/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living
Columbia, AZ:$3,880/mo
Arizona:$3,913/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
Assisted Living
Columbia, AZ:$3,851/mo
Arizona:$3,912/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Memory Care
Columbia, AZ:$4,779/mo
Arizona:$4,626/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
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Independent living costs in Columbia, AZ, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Columbia 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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Independent living cost trends in Columbia, AZ

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Columbia 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
Columbia, AZ$2,675/mo$2,718/mo-1.6%
Arizona$2,813/mo$2,814/mo-0.0%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Columbia, AZ
2024 average cost:$2,675/mo
2023 average cost:$2,718/mo
Percent change:-1.6%
Arizona
2024 average cost:$2,813/mo
2023 average cost:$2,814/mo
Percent change:-0.0%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Columbia

Recent reviews for independent living in Columbia

Sagewood Desert Willow AL and MC in Phoenix, AZ

4.9
Everyone that we worked with at Sagewood Desert Willow was extremely friendly and engaged. We were assigned a move in coordinator who helped facilitate everything and provided the information we needed to move in. My loved one loves her housekeeper and the place is always very clean when we go ...
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Ridge at The Stratford in Phoenix, AZ

4.8
Staff is very caring very accommodating for special needs and always available to help. They're also very encouraging the resident I feel it could be more nutrition based foods, like more fresh veggies and fruit.

The Palazzo in Phoenix, AZ

4.4
People and staff are friendly and activities are great! My mom has been concerned about food quality lately and knows there have been meetings regarding overall impressions of food. I would recommend The Palazzo to others looking.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Immaculately maintained grounds. Several reviews from different communities, including Garden Ridge, The Forum at Desert Harbor, and Park Terrace Senior Living by Cogir, praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the community grounds. Residents appreciate the beauty and tranquility of the outdoor spaces, which include gardens ...
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Engaging and varied activities. Communities like LifeStream at Glendale, The Palazzo, and Clarendale Arcadia offer a wide range of activities tailored to residents' interests, from bingo and card games to arts and crafts, music presentations, and outings to museums and cultural sites. Residents report feeling engaged and ...
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Friendly and helpful staff. Numerous reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities, such as Fellowship Square Historic Mesa, Glencroft Center For Modern Aging, and Acoya Troon by Cogir. Families and residents alike express appreciation for the caring nature of the staff and the lo ...
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Delicious and varied meals. Residents across multiple communities, including Madison Meadows, Wooddale Village, and Clarendale Arcadia, praise the quality of the meals and the accommodating nature of the dining staff. Some have noted that dietary restrictions and preferences are taken into consideration.
Safe and secure living spaces. Families and residents alike express feeling secure and comfortable in their living spaces at communities like Revel McDowell Mountain, McDowell Village, and Palos Verdes Senior Living. Safety features and attentive staff help ensure peace of mind.
Accessible and responsive communication. Reviews from various communities, such as Fellowship Square Historic Mesa, Merrill Gardens at Anthem, and Palos Verdes Senior Living, highlight the frequent and thorough communication between families and staff. This includes regular updates on resident care and well-being.
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Columbia independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Columbia independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Columbia, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Columbia independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Columbia partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Columbia, AZNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26.9%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
26.9%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.6%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.9%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Columbia independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Columbia communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Columbia, AZNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
26.9%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
27.8%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.1%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Columbia independent 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 independent living communities in Columbia offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Columbia, AZNational
Activity director
Activity director
32.2%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.2%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
32.2%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.5%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.4%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.4%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.6%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.2%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
36.1%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
23.4%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.5%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.8%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Oasis at Mesa Palms, LifeStream at Glendale and McDowell Village are the top-rated independent living facilities near Columbia, Arizona. See full list of communities.
There are 446 independent living facilities near Columbia, Arizona. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Columbia, Arizona are McDowell Village, The Gardens of Sun City and Fellowship Square Historic Mesa. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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