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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Oak Creek Canyon, AZ

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The cost of independent living in Oak Creek Canyon is about $2,720 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 50 options.

Read 329 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. You may also consider nearby communities such as Flagstaff, Sedona and Cottonwood.

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Photo of Arizona Angels LLC
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: 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.
Photo of Mayfield Retirement Residence
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.
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, 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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The staff at Highgate are wonderful. This is a new and sad experience with my father having to be in a memory care unit and the staff has been outstanding. Not only did they help us move him to his new...
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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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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Alta Vista is a very very nice place! The facility itself is gorgeous, and they are like a high end resort with all of the various amenities they provide! I was very impressed with them throughout my loved...
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.
Your entire life has been a journey, now it’s your turn to discover the freedom of life on your own terms. Luxurious residences, elegant dining and unparalleled personal services mirror the experience of resort style living. Your independence is the hallmark of Alta Vista. Gloriously nestled...
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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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Cost of independent living in Oak Creek Canyon, AZ

The average cost of senior living in Oak Creek Canyon is $2,720 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sedona, AZ with an average of $2,720 per month.

Independent living costs in Oak Creek Canyon, AZ, vs. state and national averages

Oak Creek Canyon, AZ
$2,720/mo
$3,090/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Oak Creek Canyon, AZ, vs. other senior living options

$5,743/mo
Independent Living
$2,720/mo

Independent living costs in Oak Creek Canyon, AZ, by floor plan type

Studio
$2,736/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,078/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,310/mo

Senior living costs in Oak Creek Canyon 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: Oak Creek Canyon, AZ
Column state: Arizona
Column national: U.S.
Community typeOak Creek Canyon, AZArizonaU.S.
Independent Living$2,720/mo$3,090/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$4,479/mo$5,119/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$5,743/mo$5,890/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Oak Creek Canyon, AZ:$2,720/mo
Arizona:$3,090/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Oak Creek Canyon, AZ:$4,479/mo
Arizona:$5,119/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Oak Creek Canyon, AZ:$5,743/mo
Arizona:$5,890/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Oak Creek Canyon, AZ, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Oak Creek Canyon 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.

Oak Creek Canyon, AZAZ stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Oak Creek Canyon, AZ

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Oak Creek Canyon 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Oak Creek Canyon, AZ$3,063/mo$2,861/mo+7.0%
Arizona$3,312/mo$2,899/mo+14.2%
National$3,325/mo$3,155/mo+5.4%
Oak Creek Canyon, AZ
2024 average cost:$3,063/mo
2023 average cost:$2,861/mo
Percent change:+7.0%
Arizona
2024 average cost:$3,312/mo
2023 average cost:$2,899/mo
Percent change:+14.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,325/mo
2023 average cost:$3,155/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
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What families are saying about independent living in Oak Creek Canyon

Recent reviews for independent living in Oak Creek Canyon

Highgate Senior Living of Prescott Lakes

4.8
I am very pleased with Highgate Senior Living for my mother. The environment is warm and comfortable, the care staff is exceptional, the activities are varied and numerous. Mom was at a different assisted living facility for the 1 1/2 years before Highgate, but was not getting enough attention ...
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Alta Vista in Prescott, AZ

4.0
I think she's in good hands. I've talked to her once or twice since she's moved in there and I have a favorable impression of them but I don't have a lot of specifics. Generally the staff was very helpful; there was one person who was a little bit pushy. She told me she is very happy there ...
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Sedona Winds Assisted Living and Memory Care

4.0
Sedona Winds is a people-centered organization. A healthy and supportive lifestyle for its residents. The staff is well trained and dedicated to providing an excellent pgm. The beautiful location enriches our life.

Oak Creek Canyon independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Oak Creek Canyon independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Oak Creek Canyon, 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 Oak Creek Canyon 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 Oak Creek Canyon 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
13.9%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
19.4%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
19.4%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.2%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.6%
11.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Oak Creek Canyon 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 Oak Creek Canyon communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
19.4%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.8%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
27.8%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.9%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Oak Creek Canyon 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 Oak Creek Canyon offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
19.4%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19.4%
34.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.7%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
36.1%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.4%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.8%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
13.9%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.7%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
36.1%
48%
Dances
Dances
25%
34.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.2%
40.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.9%
47.6%
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