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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Sweetwater Ranch, AZ

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The cost of independent living in Sweetwater Ranch is about $3,926 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 99 options. Read 1490 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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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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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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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.
Paradise Living Centers' original Paradise Valley group home features eight living suites, complete with a private bathroom, including a master suite for couples or residents looking for more space. In addition, there are two private bedrooms with a shared bath. This elegantly remodeled Paradise...
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome to Camelback Manor, the most luxurious assisted and independent living in Arizona, where luxury and tranquility meet.In our home-like atmosphere we offer compassionate care, dignified, safe and secure living and we help with all daily activities, including bathing, dressing, grooming,...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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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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...
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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.
Paradise Living Centers Arcadia location was custom built and opened in spring 2018. Situated in one of the most desirable neighborhoods in Phoenix, this luxury assisted living group home features 10 private bedroom and bathroom suites and provides 24/7 awake care.Each suite includes a large...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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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: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: 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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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 Sweetwater Ranch, AZ

The average cost of senior living in Sweetwater Ranch is $3,926 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Wet Camp Village, AZ with an average of $3,438 per month.

Independent living costs in Sweetwater Ranch, AZ, vs. nearby cities

Sweetwater Ranch, AZ
$3,926/mo

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

Sweetwater Ranch, AZ
$3,926/mo
$3,911/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

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

$4,661/mo
Independent Living
$3,926/mo

Independent living costs in Sweetwater Ranch, AZ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,568/mo
Studio
$5,045/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,715/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,575/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,288/mo

Senior living costs in Sweetwater Ranch vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Sweetwater Ranch, AZ
Column state: Arizona
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSweetwater Ranch, AZArizonaU.S.
Independent Living$3,926/mo$3,911/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$3,766/mo$3,910/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$4,661/mo$4,624/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Sweetwater Ranch, AZ:$3,926/mo
Arizona:$3,911/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Sweetwater Ranch, AZ:$3,766/mo
Arizona:$3,910/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Sweetwater Ranch, AZ:$4,661/mo
Arizona:$4,624/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Sweetwater Ranch, AZ, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Sweetwater Ranch and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Sweetwater Ranch, AZ

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Sweetwater Ranch have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Sweetwater Ranch, AZ$4,957/mo$4,901/mo+1.2%
Arizona$2,813/mo$2,814/mo-0.0%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Sweetwater Ranch, AZ
2024 average cost:$4,957/mo
2023 average cost:$4,901/mo
Percent change:+1.2%
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 Sweetwater Ranch

Recent reviews for independent living in Sweetwater Ranch

Albany Apartments in Mesa, AZ

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

Sagewood Desert Willow AL and MC in Phoenix, AZ

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

Warm and welcoming environment. Many reviews mention the friendly and welcoming atmosphere at various communities. For instance, at Atria Park of Sierra Pointe, families praise the staff's dedication to making loved ones feel at home. At McDowell Village, residents enjoy making new friends and the ease of meeting neighbors ...
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Variety of social activities. Activities are a key factor in residents' satisfaction, with numerous reviews highlighting the diverse options offered. At McDowell Village, residents look forward to weekly trips, fitness classes, educational workshops, and more. At Revel McDowell Mountain, residents and their families appr ...
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Well-maintained facilities and grounds. Reviews consistently mention the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities. For example, at Tuscany at McCormick Ranch, residents appreciate the immaculate grounds and patio homes. At Revel McDowell Mountain, the dog park and communal spaces are frequently mentioned as well-maintained and en ...
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Compassionate and dedicated staff. Reviews praise the care and compassion of staff members, who go above and beyond to make a difference. At Atria Park of Sierra Pointe, families express gratitude for the staff's kindness and respect for their loved ones' dignity. At Maravilla Scottsdale, there are concerns about dishonest sa ...
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Individualized care and attention. Several reviews mention the accommodating nature of caregivers, allowing for personalized care and support when needed. For example, at LifeStream at North Phoenix, residents speak highly of the staff's responsiveness to their unique needs. At Revel McDowell Mountain, the ease of reporting m ...
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Delicious and varied meal options. Throughout the reviews, quality food is mentioned as a significant factor in overall satisfaction. At McDowell Village, residents enjoy the meal program and the flexibility to choose their dining times. At Fountain View Village by Cogir, while there are concerns about the food, many resident ...
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Sweetwater Ranch independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sweetwater Ranch independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sweetwater Ranch, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Sweetwater Ranch independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Sweetwater Ranch partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
19.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.1%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
46.1%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.7%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.4%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Sweetwater Ranch independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Sweetwater Ranch communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
40.8%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
43.4%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.9%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sweetwater Ranch independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Sweetwater Ranch offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
44.7%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.2%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.2%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.1%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.9%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.3%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.2%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40.8%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.8%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47.4%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
52.6%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
31.6%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
38.2%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
51.3%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Atria Park of Sierra Pointe, Acoya Shea by Cogir and Gardens Care Senior Living–Scottsdale are the top-rated independent living facilities near Sweetwater Ranch, Arizona. See full list of communities.
There are 99 independent living facilities near Sweetwater Ranch, Arizona. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Sweetwater Ranch, 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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