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They're doing a great job here with my loved one. The staff are all very caring, friendly, and patient. My loved one needs a lot of individual attention which they are more than happy to provide here....
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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 Care Home of Moon Valley #4 is located in Deer Valley Village in the northern end of the Phoenix, AZ metropolitan area. It is surrounded by newer estate complexes and natural preserves. Best Care Home of Moon Valley #4 is a need-specific facility with a maximum occupancy of 10 residents. The...
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Overall I thought they did a good job here, we just had a few specific issues that cause it not to work out well for us. The facility itself was nice looking, and always clean and well kept. The staff were...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Here at Golden memories in Phoenix, AZ you will find fantastic senior care for your loved one. This facility offers assisted living care, Alzheimer's care, and respite care. The levels of Alzheimer's disease accepted is stages one, two , three and four. Dementia services are also available and...
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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.
The Sanctuary of ChollaThe Sanctuary of Cholla is an elegant and classy residential care home in Scottsdale, AZ. of Maricopa County. We are a proud part of our local community and take full advantage of the nearby hospitals, shopping, and various places of business. With a wide range of services...
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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
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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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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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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.
The Moon Valley Assisted Living LLC is a residential care home located in sunny Phoenix, Arizona in Maricopa County. The city of Phoenix is an active metropolitan area with an active lifestyle and plenty of recreational opportunities to enjoy. The city gets about 300 days of sunshine each year,...
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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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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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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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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: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
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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: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Scottsdale Location: Bridge Royal 8425 E Cactus Rd. Scottsdale AZ 85260 CACTUS ROAD AND HWY 101 This home is 3700sf and is licensed for all level of care for 10 residents. Nine private rooms and 1 shared. Three bathrooms, updated with travertine and wood flooring, bright and light. We have...
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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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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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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.
Assisted Long-Term Care?The Paradise Assisted Living Home & Adagio CareWhen your loved one is no longer able to live alone, The Paradise Assisted Living Home is a place where they will be well cared for, engaged, and prayed for. Our on-call licensed nurses are available as needed with...
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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: 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.
Designed in the tradition of a luxurious resort, Westminster Village is Scottsdale’s premier, not-for-profit, life care retirement community. Exquisitely manicured grounds, buildings, pool and spa, gracious interior design, friendly Residents and exceptional staff epitomize the lifestyle at...
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There must be a case of mistaken identity. Harts Home has gotten 100% on State inspections for years. The home-cooked meals are served family style with the residents. Residents go out all the time,...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Harts Home Exceptional Eldercare is a residential care home in Scottsdale, Arizona, which is located in Maricopa County. Scottsdale is a sightseeing destination for many tourists because of its numerous activities and attractions that will allow you to enjoy the beauty that lies within this...
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
At SunBridge Coronado Care and Rehabilitation, we are dedicated to delivering quality individual service to every person entrusted to our care. Our state-of-the-art 191-bed facility provides skilled nursing and rehabilitation therapy to adults of all ages who need short- or long-term care. We...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
The Covey on QuailtrackThe Covey on Quailtrack is a residential care home located in the upscale community of Scottsdale, Arizona in Maricopa County. Located 12 miles from downtown Phoenix, the city of Scottsdale has a number of amazing restaurants and cafes as well as plenty of quaint boutique...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
The Covey on QuailtrackThe Covey on Quailtrack is a residential care home located in the upscale community of Scottsdale, Arizona in Maricopa County. Located 12 miles from downtown Phoenix, the city of Scottsdale has a number of amazing restaurants and cafes as well as plenty of quaint boutique...

Cost of assisted living in Rancho Santa Fe, AZ

The average cost of senior living in Rancho Santa Fe is $3,687 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Goodyear, AZ with an average of $3,176 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Rancho Santa Fe, AZ vs. nearby cities

Rancho Santa Fe, AZ
$3,687/mo
$3,648/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Rancho Santa Fe, AZ vs. the state and national average

Rancho Santa Fe, AZ
$3,687/mo
$3,736/mo
U.S. national average
$4,515/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Rancho Santa Fe vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$3,687/mo
$4,524/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Rancho Santa Fe, AZ by room type

Semi-Private
$3,973/mo
Private
$4,342/mo
Studio
$5,333/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,483/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,195/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,538/mo

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Rancho Santa Fe, 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 Rancho Santa Fe.

What families are saying about assisted living in Rancho Santa Fe

Recent reviews for assisted living in Rancho Santa Fe

The Auberge at Scottsdale

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My husband has been in residence for one year and I have been there almost every night to sit with him and put him to bed. For the last 11 weeks I have not been able to be with him and at first I thought know one could take my place. I do Skype him twice a day and he is very happy. I watch ...
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Rody's ACH in Phoenix, AZ

5.0
The care my loved one is receiving is better than I could ask for. The caregivers are compassionate and loving. My loved one is receiving a lot of one on one care. Rodica is wonderful and definitely suits all of the patient's needs. The food they provide is good, but my loved one is not eating ...
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Brookdale North Gilbert

5.0
This community is dedicated to memory car.its , spacious rooms, hallways and a beautiful secured courtyard. It’s a beautiful community with lots of activities on daily basis. Staff is well trained, everyone is friendly. It feels like home.

Rancho Santa Fe review score based on 315 family reviews

7.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 315 reviews of 191 Rancho Santa Fe assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Rancho Santa Fe 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

Rancho Santa Fe review score compared against nearby cities

7.5
Rancho Santa Fe, AZ191 facilities
7.6
Paradise Valley, AZ236 facilities
7.5
Phoenix, AZ328 facilities

Review subcategories for Rancho Santa Fe 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 315 reviews of 191 Rancho Santa Fe assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Rancho Santa Fe 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.
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Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
3.9
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
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4.1
Activities
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4.1
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4.1
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Rancho Santa Fe assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Rancho Santa Fe assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Rancho Santa Fe, 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 Rancho Santa Fe 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 Rancho Santa Fe that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Rancho Santa Fe, AZNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
48.4%
43.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
46.9%
28.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
71.8%
85.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
88.7%
85.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
54.9%
48.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
17.4%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
83.1%
85.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
42.3%
39.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
56.8%
44.2%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Rancho Santa Fe 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 Rancho Santa Fe Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Rancho Santa Fe, AZNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
53.5%
43.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
23.9%
27.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
46%
34.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Rancho Santa Fe 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 Rancho Santa Fe partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Rancho Santa Fe, AZNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
9.4%
22.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26.3%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
25.8%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.5%
29.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.5%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Rancho Santa Fe 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 Rancho Santa Fe communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Rancho Santa Fe, AZNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.6%
26%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
15.5%
34.3%
Room service
Room service
22.5%
29.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.6%
14.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Rancho Santa Fe 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 Rancho Santa Fe offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Rancho Santa Fe, AZNational
Activity director
Activity director
20.2%
38.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20.2%
26.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.2%
25.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.2%
42.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
32.4%
41.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40.4%
44.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
18.8%
34.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
17.4%
28.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
17.8%
31.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
26.8%
39.2%
Live performances
Live performances
29.1%
39.5%
Dances
Dances
15%
24.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.7%
20.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
27.2%
38.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Rancho Santa Fe

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 Rancho Santa Fe protect seniors.

Learn about Arizona Assisted Living regulations

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North Scottsdale Retreat, Marigold Assisted Living and Golden Touch One Adult Care Home are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Rancho Santa Fe, Arizona. See full list of communities.

There are 254 assisted living facilities near Rancho Santa Fe, Arizona. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Rancho Santa Fe, Arizona are North Scottsdale Retreat, McDowell Village and Acoya Troon by Cogir. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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