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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Florence, AZ
The cost of independent living in Florence is about $3,589 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 49 options. Read 477 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 Queen Creek, Casa Grande and Superior.
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9.8
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56 reviews
The food quality varies from really good to fair throughout the week and the dog park should be bigger include more shade and water. However, the community is vibrant. Everyone is friendly and keeps an eye...
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.
Discover the unparalleled joys of retirement living at Verena at Gilbert!With convenient access to Chandler, Mesa, Scottsdale, and Phoenix, Verena at Gilbert is the perfect place to enjoy your retirement in Arizona. Our 55+ all-inclusive independent senior living community offers chef-prepared...
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9.7
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46 reviews
All good, only complaint is a little lack of communication from staff. We picked them because of the appearance, others were stuffy, small, cramped
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 Clarendale of Chandler, you’ll find the lifestyle options you want now and in the future, so you or a loved one won’t have to leave the community should your health needs change. In addition to the freedom and flexibility of independent senior living in a villa or apartment home, when more...
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9.6
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87 reviews
We were in a hurry and picked them because of the proximity. The meals is an area that I found disappointing I took my mother to eat in the cafeteria once and the meal was really subpar.
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.
Our senior apartments have been designed to be the largest and most spacious inthe area. We are prepared to provide Independent Living, Assisted Living, MemoryCare and Respite services. Our community environment is designed to be rich indaily activities, with all day restaurant-style dining,...
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9.3
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84 reviews
The staff are very helpful and attentive. Mom is now in assisted living. The staff is prompt with meeting her needs. The rooms are a good size. We got one for mom that has a balcony. It's a large balcony...
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 Best Is Yet To ComeWith classic southwestern architecture and panoramic views of the Superstition Mountains, you might think you’re at an exclusive desert resort instead of an independent and assisted living community in Apache Junction, Arizona. Located 25 miles from Phoenix and near...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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9.3
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45 reviews
Attentive and caring staff. It's not a perfect situation, but they actively do their best. The food is fairly bland and there are not many options for improvement. Although for an elderly home, they likely...
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.
Situated just west of Mercy Gilbert Hospital, Gilbert's premier assisted living and memory care community specializes in a holistic approach to wellness, including individual resident customization of our proprietary Seven Dimensions of Wellness. A resident thrives when they feel connected and...
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9.0
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2 reviews
Friendly kind thoughtful kind courtesy very welcoming and warm they are also never turns their heads to anyone very generous with their time always willing to help i would give them an A for a ll that is...
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 Queen Creek is a resort-style, 55 and older active adult community in Queen Creek, Arizona. This brand new senior community brings a maintenance-free lifestyle opportunity for adults who are ready to live actively and without the everyday stresses of owning a home. Every corner of...
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9.0
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8 reviews
It's really pretty, clean, but I would like if they did more outings, especially because they mentioned it when we were interviewing places. If they don't do them, don't bring it up.
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.
NOW OPEN! Park Senior Villas offers a unique approach to assisted living and memory care with our seven cozy Villas, each with a capacity of just 16 residents. This allows for plenty of individualized care as well as a comfortable, secure setting that works well for those struggling with any...
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9.0
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9 reviews
Yes I would recommend but would be a little too expensive for me - I know that can't be helped!Experience has been pretty good. Patient is a bit of a challenge but they're handling her pretty well. Food 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.
If there comes a time when your mom or dad needs more help to get through their day, Caliche Senior Living's assisted living care services can help. In addition to the usual meals, activities, and maintenance, your mom or dad can also get any combination of support services like medication...
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7.8
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51 reviews
Friendly, helpful, cheerful staff and environment. We have a Casita. It is perfect for us! The apartment that I visited was perfect size for one single person.
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.
Independently MindedWe believe independence is the cornerstone to a happy, healthy lifestyle. That is why The Enclave at Gilbert Senior Living designs resident care plans based on values like integrity and respect. Enjoy innovative amenities such as all-inclusive At Your Service® Dining, private...
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I just got back from picking up my Thanksgiving lunch. Took me ten minutes to gobble it down. It was delicious! Great variety, amazed at how smooth pick up was. The packaging was amazing. Very much...
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.
We are an active retirement community that serves seniors or others with disabilities. Our resort style amenities include a heated pool, hot tub, fitness room, clubhouse, library, activity room, game room and even an on-site Beauty Salon. Free shuttle service to local grocery stores and physician...
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Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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7.0
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21 reviews
They are the best at Garnet. The staff stay right up on my mom's condition and care. If anything happens with her they contact me immediately. We would absolutely recommend this community to other families.
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.
Set midway between Phoenix and Tucson in a town named for the Hohokam Indian ruins, The Garnet of Casa Grande Retirement and Assisted Living Community offers the lifestyle that's just right for you. With proximity to both deserts and mountains, extensive nature trails and a robust historic...
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The Summit is a clean, uplifting and beautifully designed facility with a caring and attentive staff. My mother lived there for nearly 7 months before her passing. I am grateful that she lived her last...
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.
The Summit at Sunland Springs is the east valley's premier provider of assisted living and memory care. Our staff are highly trained and live by the motto "Kindness Counts". We invite you to come by and tour our beautiful communities to see if we could make a difference in the life of someone you...
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The Bee Hive Homes of Apache Junction are exceptional. I can't believe how fantastic they are. The manager and owner were fantastic. All the help there was just so helpful. This is a very nice place. I...
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.
Visions Senior Living at Apache Junction is an assisted living and memory care community in Mesa, Arizona. For more detailed information about amenities, features and services, or to schedule an appointment, please call us.
8.0
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My mom was here for 18 months and received excellent care. The home was very clean and always very welcoming. The staff was gentle and always smiling. They care for their residents as if they are 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: 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: 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: 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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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: 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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It's a wonderful place. They're so caring. It's a night and day difference compared to the place my loved one came from. The staff are right there with the residents if they need anything. They take such...
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: 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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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.
Villas by Mary T is an independent living community located in Casa Grande, Arizona which has the most charming Old Mission styled architecture. Casa Grande is a part of Pinal County which has dry desert heat that is perfect for seniors with health care issues. Arizona has the perfect weather and...
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: 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: 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 Florence, AZ
The average cost of senior living in Florence is $3,589 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dripping Springs, AZ with an average of $2,577 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Florence, AZ vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Florence, AZ vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Florence, AZ by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Florence
Recent reviews for independent living in Florence
Summit At Sunland Springs in Mesa, AZ
5.0
If you are looking for a facility for yourself or a family member, look no further. My husband was at this facility for only a month or so, but by the time he left, everyone there knew his name. This is a great place to stay -- clean, caring, professional, friendly, helpful, flexible, good ...
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Brookdale Apache Junction
4.5
Staff is very welcoming, recognizes that one is new to the community and then remembers their name going forward.
Every Dept. meets new residents, if applicable, gets engagement with resident (example - activity dept. stops by and then discusses options, asks how they can assist, etc.) There is ...
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Cypress Point Retirement Community in Casa Grande, AZ
5.0
This is a wonderful place to be. The people are friendly and kind. They have every amenity you can think of. There is an exercise room, transportation, sidewalks all around, covered parking, garages and sheds are available to rent; these are a few amenities they have.
The apartments are ...
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Florence independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Florence independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Florence, 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 Florence 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 Florence 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
8.8%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.5%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
29.4%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.5%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.8%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Florence 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 Florence communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
23.5%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.5%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
23.5%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.5%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Florence 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 Florence offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
29.4%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.5%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.5%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
32.4%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.2%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
32.4%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
23.5%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.4%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.4%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.3%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
35.3%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
29.4%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29.4%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.3%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Verena at Gilbert, Clarendale of Chandler and The Oaks are the top-rated independent living facilities near Florence, Arizona. See full list of communities.
There are 49 independent living facilities near Florence, Arizona. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Florence, Arizona are Verena at Gilbert and Clarendale of Chandler. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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