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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Happy Valley Ranch, AZ

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The cost of independent living in Happy Valley Ranch is about $3,916 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 59 options. Read 1008 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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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The Maravilla is a lovely place and they have plenty to keep the residents busy. The rooms are spacious and well kept. Their only problem in Memory care where my Mom resides seems to be keeping enough...
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: 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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My loved one has been living there for the last 2 years and staff are fantastic. The care is excellent and we are very happy with her there.
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 Heritage at Carefree is an assisted living community located in Carefree, Arizona, in Maricopa County and home to just over 3,300 people. Carefree is a small town that was the former home to Southwestern Studios where several movies and shows were filmed. Residents will love the quiet and...
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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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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
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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
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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
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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
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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: 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.
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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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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
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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, 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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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
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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 Happy Valley Ranch, AZ

The average cost of senior living in Happy Valley Ranch is $3,916 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Surprise, AZ with an average of $3,433 per month.

Independent living costs in Happy Valley Ranch, AZ, vs. nearby cities

Happy Valley Ranch, AZ
$3,916/mo
$3,886/mo

Independent living costs in Happy Valley Ranch, AZ, vs. state and national averages

Happy Valley Ranch, AZ
$3,916/mo
$3,911/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

Independent living costs in Happy Valley Ranch, AZ, vs. other senior living options

$4,659/mo
Independent Living
$3,916/mo

Independent living costs in Happy Valley Ranch, AZ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,507/mo
Studio
$4,944/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,364/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,589/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,287/mo

Senior living costs in Happy Valley Ranch vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Happy Valley Ranch, AZ
Column state: Arizona
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Community typeHappy Valley Ranch, AZArizonaU.S.
Independent Living$3,916/mo$3,911/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$3,874/mo$3,910/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$4,659/mo$4,624/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Happy Valley Ranch, AZ:$3,916/mo
Arizona:$3,911/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Happy Valley Ranch, AZ:$3,874/mo
Arizona:$3,910/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Happy Valley Ranch, AZ:$4,659/mo
Arizona:$4,624/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Happy Valley Ranch, AZ, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Happy Valley Ranch 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.

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Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Happy Valley Ranch, AZ$5,907/mo$5,451/mo+8.4%
Arizona$2,813/mo$2,814/mo-0.0%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Happy Valley Ranch, AZ
2024 average cost:$5,907/mo
2023 average cost:$5,451/mo
Percent change:+8.4%
Arizona
2024 average cost:$2,813/mo
2023 average cost:$2,814/mo
Percent change:-0.0%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Happy Valley Ranch

Recent reviews for independent living in Happy Valley Ranch

Albany Apartments in Mesa, AZ

5.0
We picked this community, for two main reasons: Price, and W/D in individual units. Definitely worth a look! Management and maintenance are responsive and helpful. I would recommend to other families.

Sagewood Desert Willow AL and MC in Phoenix, AZ

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

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

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming community atmosphere. Many reviews highlight the friendly and welcoming nature of the residents and staff at various senior living communities like Atria Park of Sierra Pointe, Pueblo Norte Senior Living, and Revel McDowell Mountain, creating a sense of home for newcomers.
Exceptional food and dining experiences. Throughout reviews, quality food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction. Communities like Revel McDowell Mountain and Brookdale North Scottsdale offer a range of delicious options, including fine dining and casual pub meals, catering to individual preferences and die ...
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Active social calendars and engaging activities. Reviews often praise the wide variety of activities offered in communities, from fitness classes and educational workshops to cultural outings and entertainment. For example, residents of Revel McDowell Mountain enjoy weekly trips and resident-planned activities like cruises and cookie making ...
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Dedicated and compassionate staff. Reviews consistently mention the caring and committed nature of the staff at different communities. For instance, at Atria Park of Sierra Pointe, staff go above and beyond to ensure residents feel safe, secure, and happy, with families expressing their confidence in the care provided.
Well-maintained facilities and beautiful grounds. Reviews often highlight the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, both indoors and outdoors. Residents of Pueblo Norte Senior Living appreciate the wide open spaces, walking trails, and lush landscapes, while Tuscany at McCormick Ranch highlights the immaculately kept facilities and fri ...
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Supportive and compassionate care services. Families of residents share their appreciation for the care and compassion provided by staff members in various communities, helping residents manage their daily needs. For example, The Manor Village at Desert Ridge notes the administrative staff's assistance during the transition process and ...
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Happy Valley Ranch independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Happy Valley Ranch independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Happy Valley Ranch, 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 Happy Valley Ranch 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 Happy Valley Ranch 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
23.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
48.8%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
46.5%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
48.8%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
30.2%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Happy Valley Ranch 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 Happy Valley Ranch communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
44.2%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
44.2%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Happy Valley Ranch 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 Happy Valley Ranch offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
51.2%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.2%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
41.9%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.8%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.8%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.1%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.2%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
48.8%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
48.8%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.5%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
53.5%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
37.2%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
46.5%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.5%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Acoya Troon by Cogir, Revel McDowell Mountain and Sunrise of Scottsdale are the top-rated independent living facilities near Happy Valley Ranch, Arizona. See full list of communities.
There are 59 independent living facilities near Happy Valley Ranch, Arizona. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Happy Valley Ranch, Arizona are McDowell Village, Discovery Point Retirement Community and The Gardens of Sun City. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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