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The cost of independent living in Young America West is about $3,936 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 116 options. Read 1185 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: 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, 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.
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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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.
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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.
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: 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: 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, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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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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: 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.
Mera Goodyear is a resort-style, 55 and older active adult community in Goodyear, Arizona, a western suburb of Phoenix. This brand new senior community brings a maintenance-free lifestyle opportunity for Phoenix adults who are ready to live actively and without the everyday stresses of owning a...
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Under Angel Wings Care Home Assisted Living facility is hands down the absolute BEST care home in Arizona! My mom was in the hospital for a while, then went to Hospice of the Valley (HOV) and then she needed...
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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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.
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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.
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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.
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: 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.

Cost of independent living in Young America West, AZ

The average cost of senior living in Young America West is $3,936 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Goodyear, AZ with an average of $2,820 per month.

Independent living costs in Young America West, AZ, vs. nearby cities

Young America West, AZ
$3,936/mo
$3,826/mo

Independent living costs in Young America West, AZ, vs. state and national averages

Young America West, AZ
$3,936/mo
$3,921/mo
U.S. national average
$4,161/mo

Independent living costs in Young America West, AZ, vs. other senior living options

$4,798/mo
Independent Living
$3,936/mo

Independent living costs in Young America West, AZ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,932/mo
Studio
$3,479/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,411/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,266/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,880/mo

Senior living costs in Young America West 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: Young America West, AZ
Column state: Arizona
Column national: U.S.
Community typeYoung America West, AZArizonaU.S.
Independent Living$3,936/mo$3,921/mo$4,161/mo
Assisted Living$3,809/mo$3,915/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$4,798/mo$4,630/mo$4,955/mo
Independent Living
Young America West, AZ:$3,936/mo
Arizona:$3,921/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
Assisted Living
Young America West, AZ:$3,809/mo
Arizona:$3,915/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Young America West, AZ:$4,798/mo
Arizona:$4,630/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
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Independent living costs in Young America West, AZ, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Young America West 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 Young America West, AZ

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Young America West 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
Young America West, AZ$2,286/mo$2,575/mo-11.2%
Arizona$2,813/mo$2,814/mo-0.0%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Young America West, AZ
2024 average cost:$2,286/mo
2023 average cost:$2,575/mo
Percent change:-11.2%
Arizona
2024 average cost:$2,813/mo
2023 average cost:$2,814/mo
Percent change:-0.0%
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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 Young America West

Recent reviews for independent living in Young America West

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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Ridge at The Stratford in Phoenix, AZ

4.8
Staff is very caring very accommodating for special needs and always available to help. They're also very encouraging the resident I feel it could be more nutrition based foods, like more fresh veggies and fruit.

The Palazzo in Phoenix, AZ

4.4
People and staff are friendly and activities are great! My mom has been concerned about food quality lately and knows there have been meetings regarding overall impressions of food. I would recommend The Palazzo to others looking.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming community atmosphere. Throughout the reviews, a consistent theme emerges about the friendly and welcoming nature of the staff and residents in the communities. For example, at Thunderbird Senior Living, new residents are met with big smiles, and at Palos Verdes Senior Living, the residents are described as 'visib ...
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High-quality food and dining experiences. Many residents mention the importance of good food in their overall satisfaction with their community. At Vista del Rio, the food is 'good' and there are 'alot of great people' to share meals with. The food at Palos Verdes Senior Living is 'great' and the menu offers 'lots of great things to ...
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Active social calendars with varied activities. Residents consistently highlight the wide range of activities offered in their communities, with many saying there are 'lots to do' and that they are 'kept busy'. At Vista del Rio, there are 'alot of things to do', and at Vista del Rio, activities are 'great' and residents are encouraged to ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently mention the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, from the private rooms to the common areas and outdoor spaces. At Palos Verdes Senior Living, the community is 'very clean' and residents appreciate the 'big smiles from the staff'. At Thunderbird Senior Living, the ...
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Engaged and accommodating staff. Reviews frequently mention the caring and attentive nature of the staff in the communities. At Vista del Rio, the staff 'go above and beyond', and at Palos Verdes Senior Living, the staff are 'absolutely wonderful' and 'truly caring'. One resident at Thunderbird Senior Living even describe ...
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Friendly and accommodating residents. Residents often praise the friendly and welcoming nature of their fellow residents. At Palos Verdes Senior Living, the residents are described as 'friendly' and 'visibly happy', and at Thunderbird Senior Living, new residents are welcomed with open arms. At Vista del Rio, the residents are ...
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Young America West independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Young America West independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Young America 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 Young America 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 Young America 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
11.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
21.1%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
21.1%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
15.6%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.4%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Young America 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 Young America West communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
17.8%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
16.7%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.9%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Young America 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 Young America West offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
26.7%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.6%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.6%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
23.3%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.9%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
31.1%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
18.9%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.3%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
27.8%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
27.8%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
20%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.1%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
26.7%
46.4%
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LifeStream at Glendale, Westgate Village and Glencroft Center For Modern Aging are the top-rated independent living facilities near Young America West, Arizona. See full list of communities.
There are 116 independent living facilities near Young America West, Arizona. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Young America West, Arizona are McDowell Village, The Gardens of Sun City and Atria Park of Sierra Pointe. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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