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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 Crag 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 Arbor Ridge
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What we like the most about Arbor Ridge is the staff. The staff and residents were very friendly, positive and helpful; location was great for fast food, grocery, Walmart, shopping, doctors...
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.
Located in the heart of Peoria with proximity to the Center for the Performing  Arts, Amethyst Senior Living Community offers the lifestyle that's just right for you. With beautifully landscaped grounds and stunning Spanish-style architecture, this peaceful and picturesque community is an...
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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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My sister is safe there. It's convenient to places where she needs to go. For instance, when she thought she locked herself up they came right up. They come up and help her out. It's independent...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
If a reasonable price and a quiet ambiance of an all-adult community appeals to you, then consider Lifestyles of Glendale your new home. Imagine an entire community that caters to those mature enough to appreciate a life of leisure and young enough to enjoy the many social activities planned...
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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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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
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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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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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JUST A FABULOUS PLACE TO RESIDE* IT IS IMMACULATE TO LIVE HERE *THE GROUNDS &THE MAINTENANCE TRAM WORK TIRELESSLY TO KEEP UP WITH THE ESSENCE OF THE FACILITY* SENIORS ARE CONSTANTLY INVOLVED IN SOME...
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.
Amberlin Arrowhead isn’t your average 55 plus apartment community. Within our beautiful architecture and landscaped courtyards, we create opportunities for shared experiences and meaningful connections among our residents. If you’re ready to take part in a vibrant senior community of other active...
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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
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.
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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.
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Photo of Palazzo Senior Apartments
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[Name Removed] the leasing agent was wonderful. She listened and asked the right questions to make sure she understood what we were looking for and what to show us. She was easy to get in touch with for...
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.
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My 94-year-old mother spent two and a half months at La Loma Skilled Nursing Facility for rehabilitation after suffering fractures to her left tibia and left fibula. Throughout her stay, my family and I were...
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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This community is great. The community follows through on what they say they will. The support staff is wonderful. They take Alltech for the residents.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Great place & program
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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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.
Mera Goodyear is a resort-style, 55 and older active adult community in Goodyear, Arizona, a western suburb of Phoenix. This brand new senior community brings a maintenance-free lifestyle opportunity for Phoenix adults who are ready to live actively and without the everyday stresses of owning a...
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Under Angel Wings Care Home Assisted Living facility is hands down the absolute BEST care home in Arizona! My mom was in the hospital for a while, then went to Hospice of the Valley (HOV) and then she needed...
Provides: Assisted Living
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.
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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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My mother lived here for 15 years before her passing this last March 2018. The many times I visited my mom I was always surprised to see the dedicated care and involvement of the Property Manager. She was...
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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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.

Cost of independent living in Crag, 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 Crag, AZ, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Crag 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
Crag, 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%
Crag, 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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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 Crag

Recent reviews for independent living in Crag

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.

Lifestyles of Glendale

3.1
The 5 is totally based on the administrator. She is really nice. If she wasn't there it would be terrible. I don't like that it all depends on this one person. There are too many animals. Too many stray cats. Trash, trash, too much trash!

Arbor Ridge in Peoria, AZ

5.0
I have recommended numerous people there and I've also passed on your company's name and phone number. My experience with your company helped me to make this transition much easier than it could been.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Beautifully maintained grounds and courtyards. Residents across various communities, such as Garden Ridge, appreciate the cleanliness and upkeep of the outdoor spaces, including well-manicured courtyards and gardens. Some even mention the presence of lovely fountains and cozy seating areas.
Friendly and caring staff. Reviews consistently praise the compassionate nature of community staff members, with several, like those from Solstice at Sun City West, expressing gratitude for the long-term friendships that have developed between their loved ones and caregivers.
Diverse activities to encourage socialization. Communities like Thunderbird Senior Living offer a wide range of activities tailored to residents' interests. These include regular outings, fitness classes, and hobby groups. Many residents enjoy the social aspect of these events, making new friends and staying engaged in their communities.
Consistent and clear communication. Effective communication between families and staff is a priority for many communities, with families appreciating regular updates and open conversations, as mentioned in reviews for Holiday Vista de la Montaña and The Forum at Desert Harbor.
Delicious and accommodating meals. Meals are a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction, with communities like Solstice at Sun City West and Vista del Rio offering varied menus and accommodations for dietary restrictions and preferences. Residents often look forward to mealtime and the opportunity to socialize.
Well-equipped and accessible common areas. Residents at communities like LifeStream at Glendale and The Park at Surprise appreciate the convenience and functionality of common areas, including updated fitness facilities, libraries, and community rooms. These spaces encourage interaction and provide opportunities for residents to purs ...
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Crag independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Crag independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Crag, 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 Crag 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 Crag 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
9.2%
21.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.2%
35.6%
No sugar
No sugar
23.8%
31.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.2%
34.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Crag 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 Crag communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
24.9%
37.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.2%
44.7%
Room service
Room service
24.9%
38%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Crag 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 Crag offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
30.3%
46.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.3%
29.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.1%
34%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
27.6%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.5%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25.4%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.6%
39.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27%
42.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
32.4%
48.2%
Live performances
Live performances
32.4%
47.9%
Dances
Dances
22.7%
34.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Frequently Asked Questions

LifeStream at Glendale, Mera City Center and Vista del Rio are the top-rated independent living facilities near Crag, Arizona. See full list of communities.
There are 236 independent living facilities near Crag, Arizona. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Crag, Arizona are LifeStream at Glendale, Holiday Vista de la Montaña and Westgate Village. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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