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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Willows West, AZ
The cost of independent living in Willows West is about $3,772 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 141 options. Read 1317 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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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.
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: 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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My loved one has lived here for quite some time, and this is a VERY impressive community! The facility itself is clean, provides multiple levels of care, and all sorts of different activities. They couldn't...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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.
Our goal is to provide professional caregiver assistance to any residents needing non-medical care services all within the comfort of your own apartment home.Desert Gardens offers a good variety of studios, one and two-bedroom apartment homes. Welcome home to cozy style of living with a touch of...
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, 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 The Inn, we provide care that balances independence with assistance and delivers service with compassion, understanding and respect. With comfortable, elegant accommodations and an impressive line of features and amenities, residents enjoy life with the confidence of knowing we are here,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Come live at the Fountain. You’ll have privacy when you want it and friends as close as a walk down the hall. Spend your time playing cards or pool, going shopping, or participating in other activities. Or add some special meaning in your life by reaching out and helping others. And of course,...
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I really enjoyed my stay at El Dorado of Sun City, the meals and dining service was fantastic The quality of the food was excellent and you got a variety of meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner. I recently...
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: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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My mother lived here for 15 years before her passing this last March 2018. The many times I visited my mom I was always surprised to see the dedicated care and involvement of the Property Manager. She was...
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
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.
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
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.
Washer/DryerDishwasherWood Style Plank FlooringMicrowaveUpgraded Counter Tops and Plumbing FixturesMonthly activities and services include:Peer SupportAid with Dial-A-Ride transportationBlood Pressure ScreeningsHealth & Wellness ClassesCommunity Potlucks and much more...Downtown...
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
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.
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.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: 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.
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.
Cost of independent living in Willows West, AZ
The average cost of senior living in Willows West is $3,772 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Goodyear, AZ with an average of $2,896 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Willows West, AZ vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Willows West
Recent reviews for independent living in Willows West
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
Friendly and welcoming staff and residents. Many reviews mention the warm and welcoming atmosphere at the communities, with friendly staff and residents making newcomers feel at home. For instance, at Fellowship Square Phoenix (a Life Plan Community), residents and their families appreciate the kindness and helpfulness of the staff, whi ...
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Variety of activities to accommodate diverse interests. Based on the reviews, a wide range of activities are available at the communities that cater to various interests. Residents of Thunderbird Senior Living have access to multiple activities, such as crafts and music, while Vista del Rio offers fun activities that keep them busy and engaged.
Delicious and accommodating meals for individual dietary needs. Reviews consistently praise the quality of food offered at the communities. At Vista del Rio, residents appreciate the good food choices, while Palos Verdes Senior Living mentions the accommodating nature of the chefs who cater to dietary restrictions and individual preferences.
Thoughtfully designed and well-maintained living spaces. Reviews often highlight the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, with well-designed living spaces that are kept in pristine condition. For example, at Glencroft Center For Modern Aging, the community is described as clean and neat, while Palos Verdes Senior Living mentions the beautifu ...
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Supportive and attentive caregivers for assisted living needs. Some communities offer assisted living services in addition to independent living options. At Thunderbird Senior Living, the focus is more on assisted living and memory care, with staff members going above and beyond to provide care and support for their residents.
Clear and open communication between families and staff. Effective communication between families and staff is crucial for ensuring peace of mind and a sense of security for both parties. At Palos Verdes Senior Living, staff members are described as courteous and knowledgeable, keeping families informed and involved in their loved ones' care.
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Willows West independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Willows West independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Willows West, 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 Willows West 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 Willows West 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
11.3%
19.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20.8%
33.1%
No sugar
No sugar
18.9%
30.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16%
32.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.8%
7.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Willows West 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 Willows West communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
21.7%
35.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.4%
42.2%
Room service
Room service
20.8%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.4%
16.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Willows West 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 Willows West offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
26.4%
43.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.9%
27.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.9%
31.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
24.5%
47.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33%
48.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
32.1%
53.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.6%
41.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.4%
36.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
24.5%
40.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30.2%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
30.2%
45.8%
Dances
Dances
22.6%
31.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.6%
39%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
29.2%
45.7%
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