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The average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Arizona is $5,021, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data. This can serve as a helpful benchmark for what families in the Christmas area can expect to pay. Pricing may vary based on the community’s location, your loved one’s care needs, and any additional services or amenities.

Nursing Homes Facilities near Christmas, AZ

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Photo of Fairwinds Desert Point
1818 Photos available
9.4
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27 reviews
9.4
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27 reviews
5 star
56%
4 star
33%
3 star
11%
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0%
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The food is good, 4, the staff is polite, organized and attentive, 5, the place is kept neat and clean, 5, there are many activities, 5, the costs are high but reasonable, 4, I could live there.
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.
Fairwinds - Desert Point offers luxurious apartment homes in a fun and active retirement community. We are very proud to be managed by Leisure Care, who leads the industry in the development and management of retirement communities that are all about Five-Star Fun. At Fairwinds - Desert Point, we...
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Photo of Brookdale Oro Valley
1111 Photos available
9.3
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59 reviews
9.3
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59 reviews
5 star
64%
4 star
25%
3 star
2%
2 star
2%
1 star
7%
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My husband has alzheimers and congestive heart failure and I am unable to care for him the staff their excellent care for him, they are so organized at Brookdale Oro Valley. They are incredible, incredible...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
A Life of Purpose and MeaningWhen you decide to move your loved one into our warm and welcoming memory care community, you can rest easy knowing they will be surrounded by a friendly care team and given all kinds of opportunities to enjoy a life rich in purpose and meaning. Because our community...
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Photo of The Ironwood at Oro Valley
77 Photos available
8.5
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11 reviews
8.5
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11 reviews
5 star
36%
4 star
37%
3 star
18%
2 star
0%
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9%
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There is new management as ownership has changed hands. There should be improvements in the dining experience as they are remodeling the kitchen. Hopefully they will continue with the quality of care and...
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.
Experience Brilliant Living at The Watermark At Oro ValleyMake The Watermark At Oro Valley the exciting next step in your life’s journey. Set against the backdrop of Pusch Ridge and the enchanting Santa Catalina Mountains, our modern aging community in South Oro Valley, Arizona, celebrates the...
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Photo of La Sonora at Dove Mountain
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8.4
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27 reviews
8.4
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27 reviews
5 star
59%
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11%
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Housekeeping also does a wonderful job of maintaining the private room. Due to the fact that we've had our loved in there a year and they changed ownership once and head nurses twice, and activities...
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.
As seasons change, you want a living situation that truly meets your needs or those of your loved one—but finding the right fit isn’t always easy.Staying at home may no longer feel safe, and the cost of in-home assistance can add up quickly. Moving in with family can strain relationships, while...
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Photo of Catalina Springs Memory Care
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88 Floor plans available
5 star
42%
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8%
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17%
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Catalina Springs Memory Care community needs some more staffing. We often couldn't find anyone to talk to about our family member when needed. With staffing improvements, we would recommend this community to...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Can it really be different? Yes. Our unique community is designed with the residents in mind, showcasing a new concept in memory care that provides an atmosphere that is inviting and comfortable for both your loved one and you. Catalina Springs Memory Care Residence feels more like you are in...
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Great accommodations, villas & apartments. Good food, friendly staff. Residents very social and friendly. Lots to do! Life care program a BIG plus. When you move in to independent, assisted, memory care...
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.
Photo of All Seasons Oro Valley
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 Anna's Assisted Living LLC
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.
Photo of Queen Of Hearts Corporation
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.
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Cost of nursing homes in Christmas, AZ

The average cost of senior living in Arizona is $5,021 per month as compared to $5,847 in the United States.

Senior living costs in Arizona vs. national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column state: Arizona
Column national: U.S.
Column costDifference: Cost difference
Community typeArizonaU.S.Cost difference
Nursing Homes$5,021/mo$5,847/mo14.1% below national median
Assisted Living$5,119/mo$5,830/mo12.2% below national median
Memory Care$5,890/mo$6,999/mo15.8% below national median
Independent Living$3,090/mo$3,520/mo12.2% below national median
Nursing Homes
Arizona:$5,021/mo
U.S.:$5,847/mo
Cost difference:14.1% below national median
Assisted Living
Arizona:$5,119/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Cost difference:12.2% below national median
Memory Care
Arizona:$5,890/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Cost difference:15.8% below national median
Independent Living
Arizona:$3,090/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Cost difference:12.2% below national median
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about nursing homes in Christmas

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Christmas

Fairwinds Desert Point in Oro Valley, AZ

4.6
Review of [name removed]: this facility has turned out to be a good match for [name removed]. She is happy there and FAIRVIEW has met all her needs. They have done a marvelous job of making her welcome there.

Catalina Springs Memory Care in Oro Valley, AZ

5.0
Absolutely wonderful. Great staff. Very knowledgeable and kind. Never talked to anyone who did not know person stories and fact about my brother-in-law. I highly recommend this facility. If I had to go in, it would be here.

La Sonora at Dove Mountain in Marana, AZ

5.0
I would rate a 5 in all categories. they were so accommodating in arranging a room and keeping up with changing schedule. everyone we had contact with so helpful and friendly.

Christmas nursing homes services and amenities

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

Availability of select care services in Christmas nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Christmas that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Christmas, AZNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
55.6%
2.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
44.4%
9.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
23.7%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
23.9%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.7%
10%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
22.2%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
55.6%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.7%
17.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Christmas nursing homes

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Christmas Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Christmas, AZNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
55.6%
4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
33.3%
0.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
55.6%
5.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
22.2%
1.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Christmas nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Christmas partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Christmas, AZNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.2%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.4%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
55.6%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
66.7%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Christmas nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Christmas communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Christmas, AZNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
55.6%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44.4%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
0.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Christmas nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Christmas offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Christmas, AZNational
Activity director
Activity director
44.4%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
55.6%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.6%
6.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.4%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
6.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55.6%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.4%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
55.6%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
44.4%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
44.4%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55.6%
0.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
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