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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Rancho San Carlos, AZ
The cost of independent living in Rancho San Carlos is about $3,954 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 158 options. Read 1816 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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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: 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.
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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My mother is so incredibly happy living in this great community. The staff have been so delightful to work with and the food was great when she first moved in, but it has been slightly declining. However I...
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.
Located in the heart of Scottsdale, Villa Ocotillo offers a wonderful family atmosphere in a very comfortable center. We pride ourselves on providing care, customized to meet our residents' unique needs, regardless of income. From our walking club to water aerobics, ice cream socials to happy...
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This is a fantastic place for your loved one. The staff are friendly to work with. The staff will cook everything fresh for the residents meals. Some of the care includes bathing and dressing assistance,...
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 Vista Living we have a different philosophy, we identify intellectual, emotional and experiential strengths that go beyond someone’s health conditions. We believe community is both internal and external, that is to help residents stay connected to their outside community as well as their...
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.
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.
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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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.
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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Dad is here currently and things have been good. Everyone seems pretty nice and he gets along well with the other residents. The staff seems to be able to answer any questions that I have and they take 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.
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Everything is going well for my husband and I here at this community. It is a good looking community. The staff have kind and helpful. There are many activities for us to choose from. The food is nice, we...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Ask someone to name five really fun things and retirement community will almost certainly not be on the list. Which got us to thinking. Why shouldn't a retirement community be fun? With no pesky job to get in the way, retired folks have the time to pursue anything their hearts desire. That sounds...
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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.
Assisted Long-Term Care?The Paradise Assisted Living Home & Adagio CareWhen your loved one is no longer able to live alone, The Paradise Assisted Living Home is a place where they will be well cared for, engaged, and prayed for. Our on-call licensed nurses are available as needed with...
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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.
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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.
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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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.
Advanced Care Homes, a professional Residential Care Home organizations, is pleased to offer Bethany Gardens Assisted Living as our flag ship location in the the Central Corridor of Phoenix, not far from Arcadia or Scottsdale. We could write a book about what sets our Homes apart from the...
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
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.
Cost of independent living in Rancho San Carlos, AZ
The average cost of senior living in Rancho San Carlos is $3,954 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Goodyear, AZ with an average of $3,081 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Rancho San Carlos, AZ vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Rancho San Carlos, AZ vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Rancho San Carlos vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Rancho San Carlos, AZ by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Rancho San Carlos
Recent reviews for independent living in Rancho San Carlos
Legacy Village of Salt River in Scottsdale, AZ
4.0
My loved one is currently a resident at Legacy Village of Salt River and overall this facility is a 4+!. The staff is good. Their responsiveness to issues is good. The food is good. Housekeeping is once a week and works well for the resident. The move in was stress free and they were very ...
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MorningStar at Arcadia in Phoenix, AZ
4.9
The place is well run and very nice. I feel comfortable leaving my wife there. It is a little pricey, but generally first-class.
They really seem to operate as a caring family. It's definitely a place that people should check out.
MorningStar at Arrowhead in Glendale, AZ
4.6
As with most everything, what you put in to a place is what you get out of it. As long as you are on top of things, frequent visits and get to know the staff, it's a very good place.
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Friendly and welcoming staff. Reviews consistently mention the friendliness and welcoming nature of the staff across multiple communities such as Atria Park of Sierra Pointe, Fellowship Square Phoenix (a Life Plan Community), and Revel McDowell Mountain. Residents and their families appreciate the personal connections ...
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Engaging activities and events. Activities are a major highlight for many residents, with offerings such as movie nights, gardening classes, and weekly outings mentioned in reviews for LifeStream at Glendale, Acoya Troon by Cogir, and Palos Verdes Senior Living. Residents find enjoyment in staying engaged and active in t ...
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Delicious and accommodating meals. Quality food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their communities. Reviews for Holiday Madison Meadows, Park Terrace Senior Living, and Fellowship Square Phoenix (a Life Plan Community) praise the accommodating nature of the chefs, who cater to individual ...
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Thoughtfully designed facilities. Residents value the thoughtful design of their communities, with clean and updated living spaces mentioned in reviews for McDowell Village, Tuscany at McCormick Ranch, and Clarendale Arcadia. Well-maintained common areas and convenient amenities contribute to a comfortable living experienc ...
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Honest and transparent communication. Clear and consistent communication between families and staff is a common theme in positive reviews. Communities like Beatitudes Campus, a CCRC, McDowell Village, and Palos Verdes Senior Living prioritize open and trustworthy interactions to ensure everyone is informed and care needs are m ...
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Comprehensive care services. Many communities offer a range of care services to meet the diverse needs of their residents. Reviews for Thunderbird Senior Living, Pueblo Norte Senior Living, and The Manor Village at Desert Ridge highlight the convenience and peace of mind that comes with having resources available on-s ...
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Rancho San Carlos independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Rancho San Carlos independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Rancho San Carlos, 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 Rancho San Carlos 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 Rancho San Carlos 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
14.8%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.4%
33.6%
No sugar
No sugar
35.7%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.8%
32.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.9%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Rancho San Carlos 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 Rancho San Carlos communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
33.9%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.9%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
35.7%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Rancho San Carlos 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 Rancho San Carlos offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
35.7%
44.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.7%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.8%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
47%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.1%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.9%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.9%
37.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.8%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.7%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
44.3%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
26.1%
32%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.4%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43.5%
45.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Atria Chandler Villas, McDowell Village and Revel Scottsdale are the top-rated independent living facilities near Rancho San Carlos, Arizona. See full list of communities.
There are 158 independent living facilities near Rancho San Carlos, Arizona. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Rancho San Carlos, Arizona are Atria Chandler Villas, McDowell Village and Revel Scottsdale. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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