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Photo of The Bluffs of Flagstaff Senior Living
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9.4
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As a primary care provider for residents at The Bluff I am consistently impressed with the facility and staff. The residents' health is prioritized as is their over all well-being through actitives...
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.
Awarded Best Assisted Living by Flagstaff Business News, The Bluffs of Flagstaff residents can experience resort-inspired luxury. Our finely-appointed and pet-friendly apartments offer stunning mountain views perfect for enjoying a morning coffee or a stroll on our walking trails. With a full...
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9.6
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Just a thorough evaluation really needs to be completed regarding family members needs. I would live there if I needed care. My only caveat: mom should have been placed directly into memory care and not...
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.
Redefining IndependenceWhen you’re ready to redefine independence, the assisted living and memory care community in Flagstaff, Arizona will be ready to welcome you with open arms. Our charming residents and compassionate staff members make this community feel like a home, with game night laughter...
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Photo of Cottonwood Village
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66 Floor plans available
9.5
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47 reviews
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47 reviews
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This was the first time I visited The Villages. My sister just moved there. I was so impressed, from the minute I arrived to when I left! I feel she's in a WONDERFUL place with so many CARING staff members....
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.
Soak up the rich history of Cottonwood Village, where desired amenities and convenient services make everyday living an exciting lesson on its own. We offer residents a vibrant lifestyle that encourages health and independence through innovative recreational, educational, health and wellness...
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8.0
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13 reviews
8.0
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13 reviews
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My loved one has had a very positive experience at The Peaks. As a very social person, the activities keep them engaged and gives them predictability in their day. The staff is kind and has always responded...
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.
The Peaks Senior Living Community has served Northern Arizona since 2000 with independent and assisted living, sub acute rehabilitation, and memory care. Nestled at the base of the San Francisco Peaks, seniors have everything they need to thrive in a breathtaking environment. The Peaks is created...
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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.
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
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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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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They have a doctor and a nurse practitioner who come in and they’ll okay the mediations. I know they celebrate 4th of July and Christmas, things like that. It’s a small place, only six residents. They have...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Peaceful Valley Care Home serves the area of Prescott, Arizona. We strive to make our residents feel like family, engaging them in social and physical activities. Our home is sunny and warm, inviting for our elderly residents and their loved ones. We are focused on providing our residents with...
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Sedona Winds is a people-centered organization. A healthy and supportive lifestyle for its residents. The staff is well trained and dedicated to providing an excellent pgm. The beautiful location enriches...
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.
Our beautiful Assisted Living Community provides large studio & one bedroom apartments with ample space for our residents’ furniture, clothing and personal decorating items.The two-story Assisted Living building provides beautiful views from the apartments looking out at the Red Rocks of...
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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 Page Springs Living
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 Best of Europe
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My mom was in this facility for almost 2 years and she considered it "HOME"; we felt the same way and are grateful for the considerate, loving and friendly care. The name "Best of" describes exactly what you...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Best of EuropeBest of Europe is an assisted living home with quality houses that provide a comforting ambiance parallel to no other in Cottonwood County, Arizona. This is a spacious senior care home located conveniently close to the nearest hospital, a few miles away. The neighborhood is...
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The staff members at the community are very helpful, our loved one is getting very good care and everything that she needs help with gets done. They are also great with communication. They get to us...
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.
Carefree Assisted Living Center is an assisted living community located in Cottonwood, Yavapai County, Arizona that provides a caring environment for those seniors who are in need of memory care services. This community has much to offer to all of its residents. The city of Cottonwood has many...
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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 Mingus Manor Assisted Living Home
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.

Cost of assisted living in Darling, AZ

The average cost of senior living in Darling is $4,267 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Village of Oak Creek, AZ with an average of $3,413 per month.

Assisted living costs in Darling, AZ, vs. nearby cities

Darling, AZ
$4,267/mo
$5,124/mo

Assisted living costs in Darling, AZ, vs. state and national averages

Darling, AZ
$4,267/mo
$3,736/mo
U.S. national average
$4,515/mo

Assisted living costs in Darling, AZ, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,267/mo
$4,586/mo

Assisted living costs in Darling, AZ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,088/mo
Studio
$4,637/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,587/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,032/mo

Senior living costs in Darling 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: Darling, AZ
Column state: Arizona
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDarling, AZArizonaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,267/mo$3,736/mo$4,515/mo
Memory Care$4,586/mo$4,466/mo$4,761/mo
Independent Living$4,849/mo$3,732/mo$3,951/mo
Assisted Living
Darling, AZ:$4,267/mo
Arizona:$3,736/mo
U.S.:$4,515/mo
Memory Care
Darling, AZ:$4,586/mo
Arizona:$4,466/mo
U.S.:$4,761/mo
Independent Living
Darling, AZ:$4,849/mo
Arizona:$3,732/mo
U.S.:$3,951/mo
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Darling, AZ

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Darling.

What families are saying about assisted living in Darling

Recent reviews for assisted living in Darling

Best of Europe in Cottonwood, AZ

5.0
My mom was in this facility for almost 2 years and she considered it "HOME"; we felt the same way and are grateful for the considerate, loving and friendly care. The name "Best of" describes exactly what you expect and get here. Love you guys and thank you!

The Peaks, A Senior Living Community in Flagstaff, AZ

4.0
I enjoy living at the Peaks. We have wonderful care givers. Servers in dining room are amazing. The Peaks Lodge is beautiful with nice views and forested grounds. Food menus make it difficult to have consistent healthy diet, but great salads help. Lodge has heating, cooling and maintenance ...
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Cottonwood Village

4.4
Staff has been great. Some leave, & some come back & miss others that had left but still very good overall. Facility has been getting up grades & renovated rooms are awesome. The hallway rug needs replaced. Probably waiting for the other work to be done. All in all we appreciate the Staff & ...
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Darling review score based on 68 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 68 reviews of 15 Darling assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Darling review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Darling review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Darling, AZ15 facilities
8.6
Doney Park, AZ19 facilities
9.0
Flagstaff, AZ7 facilities

Review subcategories for Darling assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 68 reviews of 15 Darling assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Darling resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Darling, AZ averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
3.8
4.1
Activities
4.3
4.1
Value for cost*
4.2
4.1
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Darling assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Darling assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Darling, 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 Darling assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Darling that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Darling, AZNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
43.8%
43.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
31.3%
28.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
81.3%
85.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
93.8%
85.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
43.8%
48.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
81.3%
85.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
37.5%
39.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
43.8%
44.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Darling assisted living

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 Darling Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Darling, AZNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
43.8%
43.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
31.3%
27.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
43.8%
34.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
6.3%
11.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Darling assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Darling partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Darling, AZNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.5%
22.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.3%
29.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Darling assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Darling communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Darling, AZNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
18.8%
26%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
34.3%
Room service
Room service
18.8%
29.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
14.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Darling assisted 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 assisted living communities in Darling offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Darling, AZNational
Activity director
Activity director
37.5%
38.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.3%
26.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
25.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.5%
42.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
31.3%
41.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
37.5%
44.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
18.8%
34.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
12.5%
28.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
31.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
31.3%
39.2%
Live performances
Live performances
31.3%
39.5%
Dances
Dances
25%
24.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.8%
20.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
31.3%
38.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Darling

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Arizona assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Darling protect seniors.

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Brookdale Flagstaff, The Bluffs of Flagstaff Senior Living and Cottonwood Village are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Darling, Arizona. See full list of communities.

There are 19 assisted living facilities near Darling, Arizona. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Darling, Arizona are Brookdale Flagstaff and Cottonwood Village. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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