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The cost of independent living in Westerra is about $3,894 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 156 options. Read 2027 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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Westerra Independent Living Facilities | 2027 Reviews

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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.
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Everything is going well for my husband and I here at this community. It is a good looking community. The staff have kind and helpful. There are many activities for us to choose from. The food is nice, we...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Ask someone to name five really fun things and retirement community will almost certainly not be on the list. Which got us to thinking. Why shouldn't a retirement community be fun? With no pesky job to get in the way, retired folks have the time to pursue anything their hearts desire. That sounds...
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Provides: 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.
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.
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: 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
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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: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Dad is here currently and things have been good. Everyone seems pretty nice and he gets along well with the other residents. The staff seems to be able to answer any questions that I have and they take good...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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.
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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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We toured Bella's Care Home along with 3 others when searching for a place to house my mother. Bella herself met with us and asked us more questions that we had for her. Her staff there were pleasant and...
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.
Advanced Care Homes, a professional Residential Care Home organizations, is pleased to offer Bethany Gardens Assisted Living as our flag ship location in the the Central Corridor of Phoenix, not far from Arcadia or Scottsdale. We could write a book about what sets our Homes apart from the...
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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.
Photo of Casa De Primavera
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.
Photo of Golden Springs Senior Living LLC
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.
Photo of Golden Generation/Times Adult Care Home
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: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: 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.

Cost of independent living in Westerra, AZ

The average cost of senior living in Westerra is $3,894 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Goodyear, AZ with an average of $2,896 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Westerra, AZ vs. nearby cities

Westerra, AZ
$3,804/mo
$3,845/mo
$3,862/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Westerra, AZ vs. the state and national average

Westerra, AZ
$3,804/mo
$3,792/mo
U.S. national average
$4,145/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Westerra vs. other types of senior living

$4,671/mo
Independent Living
$3,804/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Westerra, AZ by room type

Semi-Private
$4,594/mo
Studio
$3,850/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,668/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,249/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,280/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Westerra over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Westerra

Recent reviews for independent living in Westerra

Legacy Village of Salt River in Scottsdale, AZ

4.0
My loved one is currently a resident at Legacy Village of Salt River and overall this facility is a 4+!. The staff is good. Their responsiveness to issues is good. The food is good. Housekeeping is once a week and works well for the resident. The move in was stress free and they were very ...
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MorningStar at Arcadia in Phoenix, AZ

4.9
The place is well run and very nice. I feel comfortable leaving my wife there. It is a little pricey, but generally first-class. They really seem to operate as a caring family. It's definitely a place that people should check out.

Garden Ridge in Peoria, AZ

3.9
The grounds are pretty And well maintained. Staff Is very customer oriented. On site management is the valley is very corporate oriented Not resident oriented. They use corporate Ask excuse for not listening to suggestions from the residents. Meals are planned By home office Not by local staff. ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Beautiful and well-maintained grounds. Many reviews praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the community's grounds, featuring beautiful courtyards, gardens, and walkways. At Garden Ridge, residents enjoy having patios or balconies overlooking the gardens, while at Glencroft Center For Modern Aging, the community boasts a large cour ...
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Welcoming and friendly staff. Residents and families frequently mention the friendly and caring nature of the staff at their community. Several reviews for Palos Verdes Senior Living emphasize the helpfulness and attentiveness of the staff in addressing concerns and making residents feel at home.
Variety of activities to accommodate diverse interests. Residents find enjoyment in the wide range of activities offered in various communities. For example, at Thunderbird Senior Living, staff organize a variety of activities, from arts and crafts to cooking classes, while at Park Terrace Senior Living, residents enjoy group outings to local att ...
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Thoughtfully designed apartments and living spaces. Reviews highlight the importance of spacious and convenient living spaces. At Vista del Rio, residents appreciate the large windows, full kitchens, and washer and dryer units in their apartments. At The Palazzo, apartment layouts cater to different needs, from one-bedroom apartments to large ...
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Nutritious and satisfying meals. Throughout the reviews, quality food is mentioned as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At Palos Verdes Senior Living, the chef accommodates dietary restrictions, while at Park Terrace Senior Living, the dining hall offers several menu options to cater to ...
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Active and engaged community atmosphere. Several reviews describe the strong sense of community among residents. At The Forum at Desert Harbor, residents enjoy participating in group activities and social events, while at Vista del Rio, residents appreciate the opportunities to form lasting friendships and connections within the co ...
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Westerra independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Westerra independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Westerra, 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 Westerra 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 Westerra 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
9%
19.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25%
33.1%
No sugar
No sugar
23.7%
30.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.4%
32.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.8%
7.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Westerra 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 Westerra communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
25.6%
35.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
31.4%
42.2%
Room service
Room service
26.3%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.2%
16.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Westerra 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 Westerra offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
30.1%
43.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.9%
27.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.5%
31.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30.1%
47.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.3%
48.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
34.6%
53.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.9%
41.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.9%
36.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
26.9%
40.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
45.8%
Dances
Dances
20.5%
31.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.9%
39%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
32.7%
45.7%
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