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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Contention, AZ
The cost of independent living in Contention is about $4,442 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 10 options. Read 62 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.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Sierra Vista, Tombstone and Benson.
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9.5
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31 reviews
When i moved in i was the 2nd youngest one there i was 77 and the others ranged from 85 to 103 when [name removed] heard me playing the grand piano he asked me if i would play every sat from 2 to 3 i put...
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.
At Mountain View Gardens we have an abundance of heart, and we can’t wait to share it with you. Our caring management team is here for you any time, day or night, because we live here too. We participate in activities +pour coffee at mealtime and take time to get to know each of our residents....
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I want to thank a place for mom for recommending hummingbird Sr Resort Living in sierra vista as a place to take a look at for my father who has dementia. I was skeptical at first as it seemed like the...
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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26 reviews
None of the staff is rude or mean. Some are very friendly and Mom likes them. Some are mote average, but still fine.The everyday care is good. Sometimes it's hard to set up things like a haircut or podiatry....
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.
Prestige Assisted Living at Sierra Vista was built in 1999 and remains as the cities most sought after assisted living community. The Prestige promise is to personally touch lives every day. It is a philosophy of caring based on core values that are the center of all we do. Prestige offers all...
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This is a small and quiet community. My loved one enjoys being here. During the tour there were residents that told us that they loved being in the community. The family is happy our loved one is at...
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: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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.
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Cost of independent living in Contention, AZ
The average cost of senior living in Contention is $4,442 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sahuarita, AZ with an average of $3,421 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Contention, AZ vs. nearby cities
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What families are saying about independent living in Contention
Recent reviews for independent living in Contention
Hummingbird Senior Resort Living in Sierra Vista, AZ
5.0
I want to thank a place for mom for recommending hummingbird Sr Resort Living in sierra vista as a place to take a look at for my father who has dementia. I was skeptical at first as it seemed like the facility title referred to independent living, which it does, however my father needs hands on ...
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Mountain View Gardens in Sierra Vista, AZ
4.8
The Mountain View Gardens community is a nice safe place with very friendly and caring staff members. Based on the experience we have had so far, I would recommend this community to other families.
Prestige Assisted Living at Sierra Vista
5.0
All 5 stars. They do seem to deliver what they promise, and Mom has been doing fine there. I don't worry between visits that she's neglected or mistreated at all.
Contention independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Contention independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Contention, 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 Contention 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 Contention partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.9%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
28.6%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.9%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Contention 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 Contention communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
28.6%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.9%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
28.6%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Contention 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 Contention offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
42.9%
44.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.9%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.9%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.9%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
28.6%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
42.9%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.6%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.6%
45.7%
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Mountain View Gardens, Hummingbird Senior Resort Living and Prestige Assisted Living at Sierra Vista are the top-rated independent living facilities near Contention, Arizona. See full list of communities.
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