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The average monthly cost of Independent Living in Arizona is $3,090, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data. This can serve as a helpful benchmark for what families in the Cotton Center area can expect to pay. Pricing may vary based on the community’s location, your loved one’s care needs, and any additional services or amenities.

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Photo of The Groves
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1111 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.2
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83 reviews
9.2
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83 reviews
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For years, I have been trying for years to get my mom in The Groves. They have 24 hour care depending on the ADL dining room choices were wonderful. Two sacks a day, games and activities on Fridays. They...
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.
The Groves, A Merrill Gardens Community is an assisted living community located in Goodyear, Arizona, in Maricopa County and home to over 74,000 people. Goodyear is in a suburb of Phoenix and home to beautiful scenic areas such as South Lake Park in Estella with its water views and palm trees....
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Photo of The Enclave at Chandler Senior Living
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88 Floor plans available
9.2
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9.2
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I'd give it a 4. I think they are super friendly and have a nice array of activities for the residents. I would say the food could be better which is why I'm not giving it a 5. I would recommend.
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.
You're going to feel right at home here. The Enclave at Chandler Senior Living offers a wonderful blend of urban life with beautiful park-like surroundings. And the contrast between the desert landscape and the city is awe-inspiring. The Arizona Railway Museum, a variety of golf courses, and the...
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Photo of Palos Verdes Senior Living
1313 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
9.1
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192 reviews
9.1
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192 reviews
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The only reason I treated a 4 is they have had staffing issues with the kitchen that has affected food quality. Those issues seem to have been worked out, but time will tell. Some issues getting access to...
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.
Palos Verdes is the premier senior living community in Peoria, Arizona just northwest of Phoenix. We offer independent living, assisted living and Dementia / Memory Care in Peoria, Arizona. Palos Verdes Senior Living puts a new level of affordable luxury within your reach - including 'At Your...
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9.1
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What we like the most about the community is that it is very clean, friendly staff, modern facility and yes we would recommend the community to other families.
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.
Inspira Arrowhead will be a state-of-the-art senior living community with Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care resident options. Inspira Arrowhead will be located in a campus environment including restaurants such as Kneader’s Bakery and Starbucks, The Church of Joy, and a future...
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Photo of Clearwater Ahwatukee
1212 Photos available
1212 Floor plans available
9.0
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21 reviews
9.0
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21 reviews
5 star
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You can stop your search for your assisted living facility. Here at Clearwater you find the most positive mental attitude among the residents. As in the three bears story, this place is “JUST RIGHT”. The...
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.
Clearwater Ahwatukee offers you a warm and welcoming senior living experience with luxurious services and amenities that put it a cut above the rest. You’ll feel at home right away with our friendly staff and residents, bright and spacious apartments, and community perks like a saltwater pool and...
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I would rate each one with a five. Cadence was a great place. Everyone from staff to resident are so friendly and welcoming. The place was clean and more importantly, it didn't smell. Food was really 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.
Imagine living in a beautiful setting designed to bring out the very best in you. Say hello to Cadence Chandler, a dynamic retirement community offering an upscale lifestyle with rich amenities and engaging holistic programming for every part of life, including independent and assisted living...
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Photo of MorningStar at Arcadia
11 Video available
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66 Floor plans available
9.0
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Morningstar gets all 5 star ratings. Soooo amazing. [name removed] passed on recently, they have been a rock for me. Joyful, engaging, kind, responsive, supportive...all of them. I consider them family now.
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.
Assisted Living For our Assisted Living residents, MorningStar offers four levels of help with the activities of daily living: minimal; moderate; more frequent and intensive; and extensive. In all cases, around-the-clock Care Managers ensure your safety and meet your needs. It is our staff's...
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119 reviews
8.9
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The food at Garden Ridge is certainly above average, and the chef and kitchen manager make sure that those needing low/no sugar, low/no salt, gluten-free and other diets have alternatives to accommodate...
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 Amethyst Gardens offers a plethora of activities that range from daily exercise classes and pool activities to mall shopping, casino day trips, and cultural events. Join us for bingo, bridge, or live musical entertainment in our spacious, formal great room. The Amethyst Garden's mission is to...
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Photo of Elmwood Senior Living
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8.9
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I've been here a little while now, and I'm glad I made the move. [name removed] has been wonderful and always takes the time to check in on everyone. One of my favorite things is being able to walk around...
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.
Everything You Need On One CampusOur North Chandler community offers a continuum of care, ranging from independent and assisted living to memory care and skilled nursing and rehabilitation. Offering you so many services allows us to serve you no matter what life may bring. If your needs change...
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Photo of The Forum at Desert Harbor
2020 Photos available
8.9
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The staff in the front office have greeted us by name, with smiles, since the first day we arrived. The dining room servers are efficient, respectful and friendly. Maintenance crews are able and willing to...
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 Forum at Desert Harbor is located on the shore of Desert Harbor Lake, with beautiful views of the surrounding waterfront. We are just around the corner from picturesque Sun City, and minutes from the 101 Loop access to Phoenix and the airport. We pride ourselves in our continued effort to...
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Photo of Beatitudes Campus, a CCRC
11 Video available
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44 Floor plans available
8.9
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32 reviews
8.9
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32 reviews
5 star
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It it's a nice place my mother in law lives now. She in independent living. It's nice and clean place with a lot of activities for the residents. Staff is excellent with the resident and families. They make...
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.
Beatitudes Campus is a not-for-profit life plan community founded by the Church of the Beatitudes. Since 1965, the Campus has been dedicated to serving the needs of seniors.With a variety of independent living residential and financial options, you’re sure to find the perfect home for you. The...
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Photo of Pennington Gardens Assisted Living and Memory Care
77 Photos available
8.8
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I have been very pleased with the care and compassion shown at Pennington Gardens. The staff is incredibly kind, patient, and understanding, especially when it comes to residents dealing with...
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.
Embrace life at a peaceful desert retreat at Pennington Gardens. Whether you or your loved one is searching for Assisted Living, Memory Care, or short-term Respite Care for seniors in Chandler, Arizona, you will find the right kind of support you need to enjoy the lifestyle you want. Live richly...
Photo of The Palazzo
11 Video available
2020 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.8
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122 reviews
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The main Palazzo (assisted living) seems really great. Lots to do. All kinds of facilities. Staff and residents quite friendly. The memory care unit seems to be lacking. But from what I've heard, all memory...
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.
The Palazzo is a full Continuing Care Community offering Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care and Skilled Nursing. At The Palazzo, we are able to cater to your needs whether you are looking for independence in an environment with social activities, wonderful meals, housekeeping and...
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Photo of Gardens at Ocotillo Senior Living
2020 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
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Nice apartments, beautiful area, and wonderful staff! The independent living section of the facility is servicing more folks with mobility issues than many other of the "independent" facilities in town....
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.
The Gardens at Ocotillo provide premium independent living, assisted living and memory care in Chandler, Arizona. Our new community delivers affordable luxury with At Your Service hospitality and concierge services. Our services can help you with the transition to our community through packing...
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11 Video available
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33 Floor plans available
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8.8
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The residents are nice. Staff are nice too. Food good too. Free to come and go as you please. Lots of outings. Shopping. Everything is top notch.
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.
Embrace These YearsWhen you decide to make our assisted living community your new home, you’re starting a new chapter—one that pushes you to do more than go through the motions. Surrounded by a warm and welcoming community of kind and encouraging seniors, you’ll be challenged to embrace your...
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Photo of The Villages at Youngtown
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Some of the staff are very nice and have been working there for a very long time. But others come and go. They are supposed to have someone awake and on duty in the assisted living area 24/7 but at least...
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 Villages at Youngtown is a cozy, tree-lined community in a residential neighborhood offering a comfortable retirement lifestyle in quaint, maintenance-free garden apartments. These spacious one-story homes feature full-kitchens, washer and dryers or free laundry services, wall-to-wall...
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Photo of Madison Meadows
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Being able to review the monthly schedule of activities keeps me informed on what is available to keep my mom active and involved socially, mentally and physically. Also, seeing photos of some of the...
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.
Madison Meadows provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Located in the heart of Phoenix, Madison Meadows is conveniently accessible to shopping, healthcare, museums and theaters, and we're just down the street from the VA Hospital.
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Photo of Sunrise of Chandler
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The thing we like the most about the community is their staff members, they are very helpful and friendly. Yes, we would recommend Sunrise of Chandler community 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.
Step into a Sunrise Assisted Living community and you can't help but feel at home. We stop at nothing to make your experience warm and inviting, from our homelike exterior architecture, to our comfortable community areas and choice of suites to our exceptional outdoor gardens and landscaping....
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The staff during the day is a 5. Night crew needs work. I would say a 4. I know there is food that [name removed] doesn't like and it would nice to always get him something we know he would eat. They sent...
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.
Hacienda Del-Rey is a locally owned family company and professionally managed. We set our goal to offer the finest assisted living options in a residential community. Our directors have over 60 years experience in the senior care market. We have always believed that the home environment is the...
Photo of The Park at Surprise
2020 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.6
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The staff is amazing from the director all the way down to the lady who runs the front desk. The facility is clean. They treat everybody in there with respect, and when you walk through the place, and you...
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.
Distinctive Independent Living | Experience a Carefree LifestyleIf you are looking for a retirement community with just the right amount of amenities, an ample selection of senior-friendly floor plans or a social environment to spend more time with friends, The Park at Surprise can provide the...
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Every single person I've come in contact with at Wooddale Village is extremely courteous, professional, and just amazingly willing to help you. Not only did I move my Mom and Dad into this Senior living...
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.
Wooddale Village offers an independent lifestyle with the services today’s senior adults desire, including available access to all to the exciting recreational amenities of Sun City. A full time activity director coordinates social events on campus such as arts and crafts, movies, exercise...
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Photo of Park Senior Villas Assisted Living and Memory Care
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One thing they could improve on would be more staff per house. There's usually only two in the house and if someone needs to leave they have to wait until they are finished with each resident. Also, more...
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 Pathways, we offer exceptional care in a neighborhood setting built specifically around the needs and desires of our residents. Located in Goodyear, Arizona, our cross streets are Pebble Creek Parkway and Indian School Road. We are just 3 miles north of Interstate 10, and one mile east of the...
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8.5
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A real community feel. The people are very nice. The food is delicious. I was there for brunch on Sundays and they really do it up. Holidays are special. 3 trees and lots of entertainment. It was a delight...
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.
Arrowhead Valley offers all of the comforts and conveniences of modern-day living that allow you to enjoy your retirement.Arrowhead Valley's top-notch, all-inclusive services and amenities include EVERYTHING you need to live in comfort and luxury with one monthly rent payment and no buy-in or...
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8.5
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All Categories above are rated "5" with special recognition for [names removed], Assistant Mgr-they are both so kind & helpful. Activities here are wonderful. Our Maintenance Crew is great.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Mera is a resort-style, 55+ active adult community in Chandler, AZ. This brand new community brings a maintenance- free lifestyle opportunity for those who are ready to live actively and without the everyday stresses of owning a home. Every corner of Mera, from the luxurious apartment home...
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Family atmosphere. Very attentive, caring caregivers, beautiful home food was too notch and great variety. We were so grateful that our loved one spent his last days at Vista.
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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Cost of independent living in Cotton Center, AZ

The average cost of senior living in Arizona is $3,090 per month as compared to $3,520 in the United States.

Senior living costs in Arizona vs. 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 state: Arizona
Column national: U.S.
Column costDifference: Cost difference
Community typeArizonaU.S.Cost difference
Independent Living$3,090/mo$3,520/mo12.2% below national median
Assisted Living$5,119/mo$5,830/mo12.2% below national median
Memory Care$5,890/mo$6,999/mo15.8% below national median
Independent Living
Arizona:$3,090/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Cost difference:12.2% below national median
Assisted Living
Arizona:$5,119/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Cost difference:12.2% below national median
Memory Care
Arizona:$5,890/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Cost difference:15.8% below national median
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Independent living costs in Cotton Center, AZ, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Cotton Center 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 Cotton Center, AZ

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Cotton Center 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 average 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
Cotton Center, AZ$2,983/mo$2,978/mo+0.2%
Arizona$3,056/mo$3,041/mo+0.5%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Cotton Center, AZ
2024 average cost:$2,983/mo
2023 average cost:$2,978/mo
Percent change:+0.2%
Arizona
2024 average cost:$3,056/mo
2023 average cost:$3,041/mo
Percent change:+0.5%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Cotton Center

Recent reviews for independent living in Cotton Center

Robson Reserve at Sun Lakes

5.0
Their meals were outstanding! We love love love The Renaissance! Unfortunately my mother-in-law couldn't get along with her neighbor so it was her problem, not the communities, but we decided to move her out. We're still sad that it didn't work out.

Solterra Senior Living in Chandler, AZ

4.0
My loved one was only here for a short respite stay. The only thing that she really complained about is that they didn't always knock before they came in. We had arranged for a female to come and do the shower on a certain day, and a male showed up on a different day to help her. She liked the ...
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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

Beautiful and well-maintained grounds. Several reviews mention the stunning grounds and gardens at their community, such as at Gardens at Ocotillo Senior Living, where residents appreciate the 'pretty courtyards' and 'beautifully kept' outdoor spaces. Residents of Garden Ridge enjoy having patios or balconies that overlook the 'b ...
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Friendly and helpful staff. Many residents express gratitude for the attentive and caring nature of the staff at their community, like at Atria Chandler Villas, where the staff members are described as 'wonderful', 'kind', and 'always helpful'. The long-term relationships formed between residents and staff are a highligh ...
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Diverse range of activities. Communities offer a variety of activities to engage residents, such as games, crafts, and social events. At LifeStream at Glendale, the activities manager is praised for listening to residents' suggestions and organizing activities that cater to their interests. The community at Solstice at S ...
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Delicious and accommodating meals. Families and residents consistently praise the quality of the meals provided at their community. At LifeStream at Sun City, the chef goes above and beyond to accommodate dietary restrictions and individual preferences, ensuring that every resident looks forward to mealtimes. The dining experie ...
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Comfortable and spacious apartments. Residents appreciate having private living spaces that are both comfortable and roomy. Families at Madison Meadows and The Enclave at Chandler Senior Living mention the 'nice' and 'spacious' apartments, which allow residents to decorate according to their personal tastes and make them feel ' ...
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Secure and inclusive community. Several reviews mention the sense of safety and community at their loved ones' new home. At Holiday Vista de la Montaña, residents feel that the staff 'really care about everyone' and that the community is a 'welcoming' and 'friendly' place where they can make new friends.
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Cotton Center independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cotton Center independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cotton Center, 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 Cotton Center 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 Cotton Center partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Cotton Center, AZNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10.2%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.2%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
25.6%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.8%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.9%
11.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Cotton Center 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 Cotton Center communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Cotton Center, AZNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
26.4%
37.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.5%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
26.8%
38.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.8%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cotton Center 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 Cotton Center offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Cotton Center, AZNational
Activity director
Activity director
31.7%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
19.1%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22%
34.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30.9%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
36.2%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
37%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.8%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.5%
39.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.3%
42.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
34.6%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
35%
47.9%
Dances
Dances
24%
34.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26%
40.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34.6%
47.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

LifeStream at Glendale, Atria Chandler Villas and Mera City Center are the top-rated independent living facilities near Cotton Center, Arizona. See full list of communities.
There are 329 independent living facilities near Cotton Center, Arizona. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Cotton Center, Arizona are LifeStream at Glendale, Atria Chandler Villas and Holiday Vista de la Montaña. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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