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The cost of independent living in Sunflower is about $4,050 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 482 options. Read 7015 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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Photo of Oasis at Mesa Palms
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9.9
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Oasis is very welcoming and caring community. The staff are very friendly and quick to relay information I need to know. Oasis provides nutritional lunches and dinners on a daily basis with menu options and...
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.
Mesa Palms is conveniently located next to the Mesa Country Club, shopping, health care and recreation in beautiful Mesa, Arizona. Mesa Palms is managed by S.L. Start & Associates. S.L. Start is a leader in the field of services to people and has been providing services since 1979. S.L. Start...
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77 Photos available
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48 reviews
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5 on all. Very pleased with all facets. Director of facility is very knowledgeable and listens to needs and helps find the right housing solution. Facility is well maintained and very clean. Food from what...
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.
LifeStream Complete Senior Living at Glendale is conveniently located in Glendale - close to doctors, hospital and shopping. Every apartment features a 24-hour response system, free utilities (except phone), spacious closets, Cox cable, full size refrigerator/freezer, and individually controlled...
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88 Floor plans available
9.9
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We are very happy with our choice. The staff from housekeeping, waiters and waitresses, maintenance to the senior staff are all very kind and accommodating. The other residents are warm, friendly and...
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.
Everyone has their own perception of what living at a senior community is like. We here at McDowell Village would like to invite you in to take a look.Our apartments are second to none. They range in size from 648 to 1300 square feet, and all of the apartments feature fully-equipped kitchens,...
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33 Floor plans available
9.8
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100 reviews
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Always trying to feel residents with their needs. Example. Out. My nite playing Mahjong and my electric scooter just stopped in the middle of the hallway. I it was 9 o'clock or 930 at night. Nobody's up. I...
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.
Live life to the fullest at Discovery Point! Whether enjoying your favorite exercise program, playing cards, or attending a local restaurant or shopping outing, residents are free to do the things they enjoy when they take advantage of all that Discovery Point offers. Services and amenities...
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11 Video available
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66 Floor plans available
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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.
* Open air community with Villas, 1st, and 2nd floor apartments.* Very long tenure with directors, staff, and happy residents.* Warm & Friendly Feel from staff & residents * Partnership with Home Care & Physical Therapy companies to help residents stay healthy & happy* Virtual...
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11 Video available
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44 Floor plans available
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It was a safe place and all the staff cared for my mom. They were available when she needed them and always showed care and concern and compassion
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.
Step into a Sunrise Assisted Living community and you can't help but feel at home. We stop at nothing to make your experience warm and inviting, from our homelike exterior architecture, to our comfortable community areas and choice of suites to our exceptional outdoor gardens and landscaping....
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9.8
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Copper Springs Retirement Community in Gilbert,AZ has been a great find for my mother. Management, staff, kitchen and dining room staff have been amazing from day one. The residents have been friendly, warm...
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.
* Beautiful 3 Bedroom 2 bath unit available now! W/D in unit. Fully equipped kitchen. Ice maker in freezer. Large balcony.
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55 Floor plans available
9.8
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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.
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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9.8
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Found staff to be very warm and friendly; Parents enjoy the activities offered by the facility. Halloween was wonderful as was Veteran's Day Celebration. Parents would like to see better food options. ...
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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We are so very pleased with the decision to move Mom to Mt. Park Senior Living. The facilities are wonderful and the staff second to none. She has been in both the independent and now assisted living and...
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.
Mountain Park Senior Living is the premier senior living community in Ahwatukee, Arizona. We offer independent living, assisted living and Dementia/Memory Care in Ahwatukee, a suburb of Phoenix, Arizona.Mountain Park Senior Living puts a new level of affordable luxury within your reach -...
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Photo of Bella Vista Senior Living
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9.7
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My dad was placed in a housing community with the most incredible staff. They were very kind and accommodating with us, and seemingly all love what they do. They have tons of activities and my dad is having...
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.
Bella Vista Retirement Living is a retirement community in Mesa, Arizona. Secluded with towering palms, our vibrant community offers top-of-the-line independent living and assisted living services in a resort-style atmosphere. Our community is professionally managed and staffed, meaning you’ll...
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Photo of Legacy House of Mesa
99 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.6
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42 reviews
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Med techs are wonderful caring staff who love what they are doing and you can see the interactions they have with residents always happy which is a huge part of their success. Residents need to feel cared...
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 Legacy Retirement Mesa, recent recipient of the APFM "Best of Senior Living" 2023 award/recognition. Legacy Retirement is conveniently located in Northeast Mesa and offers Independent, Assisted Living and Memory Care apartments, while we're "Serving You Like Family." Our spacious...
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99 Photos available
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9.6
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The Activities Director, the Marketing Director, the Community Relations Counselor and the Transportation Department at Acoya Troon are superb. They stand out in the Assistent Living arena. The energy and...
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.
Introducing ACOYA Scottsdale at Troon:A stunningly beautiful retirement community with a novel approach to life.Welcome to ACOYA, a dynamic community of lifestyle amenities, concierge services and striking desert beauty. Here, you’ll live just steps away from the Pinnacle Peak trailhead in one of...
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Photo of The Montecito by Cogir
11 Video available
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1212 Floor plans available
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The grounds are beautiful and well kept. The casita was very clean at move in and is very spacious. The new director [name removed] is amazing and has made awesome changes for the better. He is so patient...
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 Montecito campus is located in a picturesque valley with scenic views of the surrounding palm trees and blue skies. This is an independent and assisted living community in Peoria, Arizona. Memory care is available, as well. Employees here are caring and professional. Residents here enjoy...
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Photo of The Gardens of Sun CityCommunity card badge
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I would rate each category a 5 for sure. The staff members are great. Very helpful and professional. I feel that my wife is very safe at the Gardens.
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.
Premier Assisted Living, Award-Winning Care — Tailored to Your Lifestyle Enjoy the freedom and uncomplicated living you deserve! At Gardens of Sun City, we offer a variety of options for assisted living apartments, care services, dining, and activities — so you can choose the lifestyle that...
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It's been good here most of my needs have been taken care of and I enjoy it here. I would recommend it to others who are searching for a place.
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.
Living WellWhen you walk through our front door, you will discover we’re an independent living, assisted living, and memory care community in Mesa, Arizona. But if you stick around, you’ll soon realize we’re more than that. We’re a family made up of charming and fascinating residents, their...
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9.6
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Everything was great - only improvement was laundry. I would recommend them to others who are searching for a place for their loved one.
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 Savanna House Assisted Living & Memory Care!If you’re looking for a safe, lively and inviting new home for yourself or a loved one, you’ve come to the right place. At Savanna House Assisted Living & Memory Care, our staff takes pride in providing seniors with a community worthy...
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33 Floor plans available
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9.6
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Everything that we wanted in community living for our uncle. The food was amazing. The involvement of residences interacting with each other and assisting each other was awesome. The staff is very helpful...
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...
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Photo of Revel McDowell Mountain
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1010 Floor plans available
9.6
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When we decided to look at Independent Senior Living facilities, Revel McDowell Mt. was on our list. After we had our appointment here, there was no reason to see any others - our choice was made! We felt...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
DON’T RETIRE, REVELAt Revel, you’re more than just a resident; you’re a member of a thriving independent living community that feels more like a retreat than retirement. Your resident membership includes everything you need to live life on your own terms in this empowering community, including...
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We visited a number of senior independent living communities. There are more out there than we initially thought so this took time. Revel on Indian Bend in Scottsdale was the clear winner supporting our...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
DON’T RETIRE, REVELAt Revel, you’re more than just a resident; you’re a member of a thriving independent living community that feels more like a retreat than retirement. Your resident membership includes everything you need to live life on your own terms in this empowering community, including...
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1818 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.6
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The staff is amazing! They know each resident by name, and what their needs are, and how to help them. Mom forgets to eat, so they come to her room and remind her, and escort her to the dining room. The food...
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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11 Video available
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99 Floor plans available
9.5
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113 reviews
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The staff get s 10. What we like the most about the community is that it is near my family; all apartments are licensed for both Independent and Assisted Living; the price is right.
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.
Our luxurious, resort-style community is situated in a residential neighborhood in North Scottsdale with stunning mountain views and kaleidoscopic sunsets. We're within walking distance of shopping, dining and banking less than 20 miles from downtown Phoenix. Atria Park of Sierra Pointe has...
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66 Floor plans available
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I am very happy here. I intend to spend the rest of my life here. The staff is great, kind and respectful. The food is I would say above average. I participate in a lot of activities and enjoy that. 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.
Fellowship Square Historic Mesa is non-profit Independent Living retirement community, founded on Christian values. We offer 415 apartments ranging from studios to one and 2 bedroom apartments amid a grassy, beautifully landscaped community.Located just north of historic downtown Mesa on the...
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We have been really happy with Acoya Shea. The facility is beautiful! Everyone is friendly. There are lots of activities for those who enjoy keeping active. My mom participates in the 2x's week exercise...
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.
ACOYA Shea is a new senior living community in Scottsdale, AZ, focusing on luxury and comfort. Offering Independent Living, Assisted Living, and the revolutionary Revere? Memory Care, ACOYA Shea is the epitome of comfort, with limitless amenities and services to please the most discerning...
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9.5
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All 5s. We are so happy we moved to Glencroft after living our first 80 years in Michigan. Everyone is positive and helpful. Neighbors are so nice in orienting us to what is happening and where to find...
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.
Glencroft is an assisted living community located in the city of Glendale, Arizona in the county of Maricopa. Glendale is a city that is absolutely filled with both natural and architectural beauty. Glendale homes magnify the natural beauty of the desert landscape that surrounds the area. Nearby...
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Cost of independent living in Sunflower, AZ

The average cost of senior living in Sunflower is $4,050 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Wheatfields, AZ with an average of $3,195 per month.

Independent living costs in Sunflower, AZ, vs. nearby cities

Sunflower, AZ
$4,050/mo

Independent living costs in Sunflower, AZ, vs. state and national averages

Sunflower, AZ
$4,050/mo
$3,911/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

Independent living costs in Sunflower, AZ, vs. other senior living options

$4,762/mo
Independent Living
$4,050/mo

Independent living costs in Sunflower, AZ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,341/mo
Studio
$4,570/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,883/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,708/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,794/mo

Senior living costs in Sunflower 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: Sunflower, AZ
Column state: Arizona
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSunflower, AZArizonaU.S.
Independent Living$4,050/mo$3,911/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$5,705/mo$3,910/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$4,762/mo$4,624/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Sunflower, AZ:$4,050/mo
Arizona:$3,911/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Sunflower, AZ:$5,705/mo
Arizona:$3,910/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Sunflower, AZ:$4,762/mo
Arizona:$4,624/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Sunflower, AZ, over time

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

Sunflower, AZAZ stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Sunflower, AZ

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Sunflower 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 median 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
Sunflower, AZ$2,864/mo$2,848/mo+0.6%
Arizona$2,813/mo$2,814/mo-0.0%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Sunflower, AZ
2024 average cost:$2,864/mo
2023 average cost:$2,848/mo
Percent change:+0.6%
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 Sunflower

Recent reviews for independent living in Sunflower

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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Avista Payson

4.5
First of all I would like to say that this place is just what Mom needed. Mom wasn't doing as well as she could have been living at home by herself. She has neuropathy which can make it unbearable to walk and she also suffers from congestive heart failure. When Mom decided it was time for ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Variety of activities to keep residents engaged. Residents at different communities enjoy a wide range of activities, from trivia nights and movie nights to gardening classes and museum outings. At Verena at Gilbert, weekly activities keep residents active and engaged, while reviews for Fellowship Square Phoenix mention the joy of religiou ...
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Friendly and helpful staff. Several reviews mention the kind and caring nature of the staff at various communities. At The Forum at Desert Harbor, staff members are praised for their attentiveness and for calling residents by name. At Verena at Gilbert, residents speak highly of the staff's professionalism and willingn ...
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Delicious meals and dining experiences. Throughout the reviews, quality food stands out as a major factor in overall resident satisfaction. At Madison Meadows, the chef accommodates individual preferences, allowing residents to look forward to mealtimes every day. At The Forum at Desert Harbor, staff members go above and beyond to ...
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Well-maintained interior spaces and grounds. Reviews often praise the cleanliness and upkeep of both the interior spaces and grounds at various communities. At Copper Springs Retirement Community, the grounds are described as beautiful and well-maintained, while Verena at Gilbert residents appreciate the updated bathrooms and high-end ...
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Thoughtfully designed community layouts. Several residents express appreciation for the thoughtfully designed community layouts, which allow for easy access to common areas and encourage social interaction. At The Forum at Desert Harbor, the community's layout is described as large enough to have good activities but not so large that ...
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Community atmosphere that feels like home. Many residents comment on the friendly and welcoming atmosphere at their communities, which makes them feel like they are part of a caring community. At The Palazzo, new residents are welcomed with open arms, while The Enclave at Chandler Senior Living residents enjoy having the opportunity ...
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Sunflower independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sunflower independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sunflower, 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 Sunflower 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 Sunflower partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sunflower, AZNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.1%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
31.7%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32.2%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.7%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Sunflower 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 Sunflower communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sunflower, AZNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
32.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.4%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sunflower 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 Sunflower offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sunflower, AZNational
Activity director
Activity director
36.1%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.4%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.6%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40.7%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
32.5%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.5%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.6%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.5%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
39.3%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
27.6%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29.2%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.8%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Oasis at Mesa Palms, LifeStream at Glendale and McDowell Village are the top-rated independent living facilities near Sunflower, Arizona. See full list of communities.
There are 482 independent living facilities near Sunflower, Arizona. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Sunflower, Arizona are McDowell Village, Atria Chandler Villas and Discovery Point Retirement Community. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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