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The cost of independent living in Sunflower is about $4,142 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 480 options. Read 7335 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 Palos Verdes Senior Living
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88 Floor plans available
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The only reason I treated a 4 is they have had staffing issues with the kitchen that has affected food quality. Those issues seem to have been worked out, but time will tell. Some issues getting access to...
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.
Palos Verdes is the premier senior living community in Peoria, Arizona just northwest of Phoenix. We offer independent living, assisted living and Dementia / Memory Care in Peoria, Arizona. Palos Verdes Senior Living puts a new level of affordable luxury within your reach - including 'At Your...
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Beautiful surroundings Friendly staff and residents 1300 sq ft 2 bedroom 2 bath Dining room Bistro Educational lectures Movies Bingo, cards etc Live music at happy hour and week end dinner Periodic live...
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.
Nestled in the heart of an established, quiet neighborhood on a 22-acre campus in North Scottsdale, Pueblo Norte Senior Living Community offers a unique blend of residential and health care services that have provided a continuum of care to area seniors for almost 30 years. A large number of our...
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I think it's a wonderful concept these cottages that have eight people with their own studio apartments and then they have a community kitchen dining room, living room room, and these front porches that go...
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.
Photo of Brookdale Central Paradise Valley
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33 Floor plans available
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The facility is older and is in need of upgrades. But the friendliness and cooperation of staff with residents is excellent. Flavor and variety are quite good. But too much soft white flour items, not...
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.
At our independent, assisted living and memory care community in Phoenix, Arizona, you can enjoy all the comforts of retirement without the burdens of home ownership, cleaning, cooking, and more. Instead of wasting your energy on the responsibilities you’ve carried for decades, you can wake up...
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The food at Garden Ridge is certainly above average, and the chef and kitchen manager make sure that those needing low/no sugar, low/no salt, gluten-free and other diets have alternatives to accommodate...
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 Amethyst Gardens offers a plethora of activities that range from daily exercise classes and pool activities to mall shopping, casino day trips, and cultural events. Join us for bingo, bridge, or live musical entertainment in our spacious, formal great room. The Amethyst Garden's mission is to...
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The main Palazzo (assisted living) seems really great. Lots to do. All kinds of facilities. Staff and residents quite friendly. The memory care unit seems to be lacking. But from what I've heard, all memory...
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.
The Palazzo is a full Continuing Care Community offering Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care and Skilled Nursing. At The Palazzo, we are able to cater to your needs whether you are looking for independence in an environment with social activities, wonderful meals, housekeeping and...
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I can tell you right now, I rate your facility a 5 in every area. The staff is excellent. Best we have ever seen. They all specialize in dementia so they have so much empathy for everyone
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.
With more than 30 thriving communities, Cadence Living® is proud to offer a safe, friendly and comfortable environment for thousands of happy residents across the country to call home. Our experienced leadership and team members serve with integrity, compassion and expertise as they strive to...
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Staff are kind and caring, but not enough of them sometimes. Activities are very good, music, bingo, crafts etc. Dining is quite good, even my picky mother is quite happy. Overall I highly recommend.
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.
Adventure ReadyLocated between the residential and commercial areas of Mesa, Arizona, our assisted living and memory care community offers residents a combination of peaceful country life and convenient access to grocery stores, doctors offices, and more. You will never find yourself wanting for...
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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
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.
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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I would rate each one with a five. Cadence was a great place. Everyone from staff to resident are so friendly and welcoming. The place was clean and more importantly, it didn't smell. Food was really 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.
Imagine living in a beautiful setting designed to bring out the very best in you. Say hello to Cadence Chandler, a dynamic retirement community offering an upscale lifestyle with rich amenities and engaging holistic programming for every part of life, including independent and assisted living...
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Photo of Sunrise of Chandler
11 Video available
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44 Floor plans available
9.0
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72 reviews
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The thing we like the most about the community is their staff members, they are very helpful and friendly. Yes, we would recommend Sunrise of Chandler community to other families.
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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Very attentive to our needs. They were not pushy or demanding. I have already recommended A Place For Mom to a couple of friends and shared contact information to them as well.
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 Forum at Desert Harbor is located on the shore of Desert Harbor Lake, with beautiful views of the surrounding waterfront. We are just around the corner from picturesque Sun City, and minutes from the 101 Loop access to Phoenix and the airport. We pride ourselves in our continued effort to...
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11 Video available
1111 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
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8.9
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78 reviews
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The residents are nice. Staff are nice too. Food good too. Free to come and go as you please. Lots of outings. Shopping. Everything is top notch.
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.
Embrace These YearsWhen you decide to make our assisted living community your new home, you’re starting a new chapter—one that pushes you to do more than go through the motions. Surrounded by a warm and welcoming community of kind and encouraging seniors, you’ll be challenged to embrace your...
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11 Video available
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44 Floor plans available
8.9
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Being able to review the monthly schedule of activities keeps me informed on what is available to keep my mom active and involved socially, mentally and physically. Also, seeing photos of some of the...
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.
Madison Meadows provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Located in the heart of Phoenix, Madison Meadows is conveniently accessible to shopping, healthcare, museums and theaters, and we're just down the street from the VA Hospital.
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Photo of Gardens at Ocotillo Senior Living
2020 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.8
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95 reviews
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My mother was in their Memory Care Facility. Her room was quite large and provided room for her bed, desk, recliner chair. Plenty of extra storage as well. Room and bathroom were always clean and maintain....
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 Gardens at Ocotillo provide premium independent living, assisted living and memory care in Chandler, Arizona. Our new community delivers affordable luxury with At Your Service hospitality and concierge services. Our services can help you with the transition to our community through packing...
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They all seemed nice. But staff changes!! As far as full time care i would not have put my husband in there. But for short term it was fine. We preferred a higher class place to be blunt. But for those who...
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.
Avista Apache Junction is located in Apache Junction Arizona, just one mile west of Northern Arizona University. Our residents and their families enjoy easy access to Apache Junction's many special events as well as nearby recreational opportunities at the nearby Tonto National Forest.Our...
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11 Video available
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Morningstar gets all 5 star ratings. Soooo amazing. [name removed] passed on recently, they have been a rock for me. Joyful, engaging, kind, responsive, supportive...all of them. I consider them family now.
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.
Assisted Living For our Assisted Living residents, MorningStar offers four levels of help with the activities of daily living: minimal; moderate; more frequent and intensive; and extensive. In all cases, around-the-clock Care Managers ensure your safety and meet your needs. It is our staff's...
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Photo of MorningStar of Fountain Hills
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66 Floor plans available
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We have had mom at Morningstar for 2 months. Pros: right size community with attentive and compassionate people. Apartments are well maintained, modern and clean. Many options for activities and physical...
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.
Assisted LivingFor our Assisted Living residents, MorningStar offers four levels of help with the activities of daily living: minimal; moderate; more frequent and intensive; and extensive. In all cases, around-the-clock Care Managers ensure your safety and meet your needs.It is our staff's...
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Photo of Pennington Gardens Assisted Living and Memory Care
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The staff has been helpful letting us know how mom was adjusting, and in the beginning, ut was very difficult. It took about 6 weeks for her to settle in and realize that Pennington Gardens was her 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.
Embrace life at a peaceful desert retreat at Pennington Gardens. Whether you or your loved one is searching for Assisted Living, Memory Care, or short-term Respite Care for seniors in Chandler, Arizona, you will find the right kind of support you need to enjoy the lifestyle you want. Live richly...
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This place really cares about its residents. There is a sense of home there. Activities are plentiful with smiles all around.
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.
Celebrating 40 years, Grace management is happy to promote Inspirations of Tempe Assisted Living. Managed since 1995, this 65-apartment community features an easy to navigate floor plan, quality meals, programs, and services. With employees that have over 35 years in experience-you can...
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Everyone one I met were very helpful and caring. The memory care group was awesome with my mom. They changed to Sunrise and retained all of their key staff.
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.
Belmont Village Scottsdale is conveniently situated in the center of several world-class health care facilities, including Scottsdale Healthcare Shea Medical Center, Scottsdale Healthcare Thompson Peak Hospital, Mayo Clinic, and Mayo Hospital in North Phoenix. Abundant shopping, restaurants and...
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Food is very good, diversified and healthy if you choose! Many activities from cards, board games, lectures, live music, movies. Staff is exceptionally trained. They treat us like family. Are always upbeat,...
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.
Welcome to The Ranch Estates at Scottsdale! If you're looking for a community that understands and honors you as a unique individual, you've come to the right place. We understand you probably have many questions, and we're here to help make the process as simple and straightforward as possible....
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8.6
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My mom really loves it there. We are trying to figure out the method of care plans and how they create the rates. I wish the communication was better. It seems once they get you in they lose interest in...
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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8.5
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Our family is very happy with Brookdale. Caregivers are exceptional, very caring. We feel mom's needs are being met more than. The facility itself is well-maintained and warm and friendly.
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.
Home Sweet HomeAre you ready to redefine independence? If so, our assisted living and memory care community in Scottsdale, Arizona is ready to welcome you with open arms. You’ll find that once you let go of the cumbersome chores like home maintenance and cleaning, you will have ample time to...
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My parents lived at Sagewood for over 7 years. From the moment we stepped onto the property, they began establishing a beautiful life for themselves. It became their family, their friends, and the programs...
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.
Sagewood Acacia Healthcare is managed by Life Care Services®, An LCS® Company. Life Care Services ranked highest in customer satisfaction in the J.D. Power 2019 Senior Living Study and achieved the highest score in all seven study factors: resident services and activities; community staff; food...

Cost of independent living in Sunflower, AZ

The average cost of senior living in Sunflower is $4,142 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Wheatfields, AZ with an average of $3,266 per month.

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

Sunflower, AZ
$4,142/mo

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

Sunflower, AZ
$4,142/mo
$4,001/mo
U.S. national average
$4,247/mo

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

$4,852/mo
Independent Living
$4,142/mo

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

Semi-Private
$2,185/mo
Studio
$3,466/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,813/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,008/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,651/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$4,142/mo$4,001/mo$4,247/mo
Assisted Living$5,915/mo$3,966/mo$4,783/mo
Memory Care$4,852/mo$4,725/mo$5,056/mo
Independent Living
Sunflower, AZ:$4,142/mo
Arizona:$4,001/mo
U.S.:$4,247/mo
Assisted Living
Sunflower, AZ:$5,915/mo
Arizona:$3,966/mo
U.S.:$4,783/mo
Memory Care
Sunflower, AZ:$4,852/mo
Arizona:$4,725/mo
U.S.:$5,056/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$2,861/mo$2,846/mo+0.5%
Arizona$2,784/mo$2,810/mo-0.9%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
Sunflower, AZ
2024 average cost:$2,861/mo
2023 average cost:$2,846/mo
Percent change:+0.5%
Arizona
2024 average cost:$2,784/mo
2023 average cost:$2,810/mo
Percent change:-0.9%
National
2024 average cost:$3,257/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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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.

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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Solterra Senior Living in Chandler, AZ

4.0
My loved one was only here for a short respite stay. The only thing that she really complained about is that they didn't always knock before they came in. We had arranged for a female to come and do the shower on a certain day, and a male showed up on a different day to help her. She liked the ...
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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%
20.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.6%
35.2%
No sugar
No sugar
31.9%
31.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32.4%
34.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.8%
11.1%
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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
30.8%
37.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.3%
44.3%
Room service
Room service
33.2%
37.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.8%
17.5%
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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
36.3%
46%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.1%
28.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.4%
33.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.8%
48.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40.9%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41.2%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.2%
43.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.2%
39.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.8%
42.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.7%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
39.6%
47.5%
Dances
Dances
27.5%
33.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29.4%
40.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
39%
47.2%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Discovery Point Retirement Community, Oasis at Mesa Palms and LifeStream at Glendale are the top-rated independent living facilities near Sunflower, Arizona. See full list of communities.
There are 480 independent living facilities near Sunflower, Arizona. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Sunflower, Arizona are Oasis at Mesa Palms, LifeStream at Glendale and Copper Springs Retirement Community. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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