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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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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.
Quality Elder Care Quality Elder Care is a senior care home located in exceptionally attractive North Bethesda, Maryland, located in Montgomery County. The residential care home is designed with a modern single structure for easy accessibility by the seniors. The serenity of the area is usually a...
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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.
Quality Elder Care Quality Elder Care is a senior care home located in exceptionally attractive North Bethesda, Maryland, located in Montgomery County. The residential care home is designed with a modern single structure for easy accessibility by the seniors. The serenity of the area is usually a...
Photo of The Oasis at Fellowship Square Surprise
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.
Photo of The Oasis at Fellowship Square Surprise
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.
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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.
Arizona Comfort Care Arizona Comfort Care is located in Maricopa county, Surprise AZ. This is a residential care home assisting residents in a group home setting. The city of Surprise is a perpetually sunny community that is located in the Sonoran Desert. The desert creates an arid climate...
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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: 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.
Alterra Clare Bridge provides a comfortable, home-like setting with programs and services designed specifically for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease or other memory impairments. Alterra Clare Bridge offers private and companion suites in a comfortable neighborhood environment. Unique building...
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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: 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.
DT Care LLC is an assisted living community located in the city of Surprise, Arizona in Maricopa county. Physically active senior members of the DT Care LLC community love to take long walks among the lovely homes in the area, stumbling onto the multitude of nearby parks that dot the area. Truly...
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Photo of Meridian 2 Assisted Living Home 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 Sun West Choice Healthcare and Rehab
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
132 bed Skilled Nursing FacilityMedicare & ALTC certifiedMany Insurances AcceptedLocally Owned & OperatedComprehensive Rehabilitation ProgramSecure Wing for Memory Impaired24 Hour Nursing CareRated "Excellent" by the AZ Department of Health Services 5 consecutive years.
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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
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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
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 Aging With Dignity
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.
Photo of Aging With Dignity
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.
Photo of Arizona Adult Care 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.
Photo of Radiant Care 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.
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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.
Photo of Golden Senior 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 Surprise Assisted Living LLC
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.
Surprise Assisted Living LLCSurprise Assisted Living LLC is a senior care home that is situated in Maricopa County in the lovely city of Surprise, Arizona. Surprise is a city that lives up to its name, having a surprising number of recreational and cultural activities to choose from. The Sonoran...
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.
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.
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My father, [name removed], is in Assisted Living and my mother in law [name removed] is in Memory Care. Both are looked after by a staff of caring people which gives us great peace of mind! The Executive...
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.
Chaparral Winds is a beautiful Assisted Living Community near Sun City, Arizona. Our Retirement Community provides large studio, one-and two-bedroom apartments with ample space for our residents’ furniture, clothing and personal items. The two-story Assisted Living Building is built around a...

Cost of assisted living in Surprise, AZ

The average cost of senior living in Surprise is $3,497 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Goodyear, AZ with an average of $3,176 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Surprise, AZ vs. nearby cities

Surprise, AZ
$3,497/mo
$3,693/mo
$3,727/mo

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

Surprise, AZ
$3,497/mo
$3,736/mo
U.S. national average
$4,515/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Surprise vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$3,497/mo
$4,305/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Surprise, AZ by room type

Semi-Private
$3,667/mo
Private
$4,250/mo
Studio
$4,447/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,368/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,750/mo

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Surprise, 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 Surprise.

What families are saying about assisted living in Surprise

Recent reviews for assisted living in Surprise

Constant Care in Phoenix, AZ

5.0
We chose Constant Care because the house itself was beautiful and small, there were only like 5 residents there. It is also by the VA so it is a good location for veterans. The minute our loved one got dropped off they bathed him, cleaned him up, shaved him and he was very comfortable. They take ...
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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 Terraces of Phoenix

5.0
Dad is here currently and things have been good. Everyone seems pretty nice and he gets along well with the other residents. The staff seems to be able to answer any questions that I have and they take good care of him. Their food, however, is adequate according to my dad. Their salad bar is ...
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Surprise review score based on 87 family reviews

7.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 87 reviews of 66 Surprise assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Surprise 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

Surprise review score compared against nearby cities

7.6
Surprise, AZ66 facilities
8.2
El Mirage, AZ207 facilities
8.1
Youngtown, AZ235 facilities

Review subcategories for Surprise 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 87 reviews of 66 Surprise assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Surprise 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.
Surprise, AZ averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.4
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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Surprise assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Surprise assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Surprise, 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 Surprise 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 Surprise that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Surprise, AZNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
35.6%
43.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
31.5%
28.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
78.1%
85.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
90.4%
85.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
39.7%
48.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
11%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
82.2%
85.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
30.1%
39.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
34.2%
44.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Surprise 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 Surprise Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Surprise, AZNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
39.7%
43.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
15.1%
27.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
42.5%
34.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.3%
11.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Surprise 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 Surprise partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Surprise, AZNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11%
22.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
13.7%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
13.7%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.4%
29.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.7%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Surprise 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 Surprise communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Surprise, AZNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
13.7%
26%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
16.4%
34.3%
Room service
Room service
17.8%
29.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.8%
14.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Surprise 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 Surprise offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Surprise, AZNational
Activity director
Activity director
19.2%
38.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11%
26.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
6.8%
25.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
27.4%
42.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
20.5%
41.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
26%
44.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
15.1%
34.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
15.1%
28.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
15.1%
31.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
19.2%
39.2%
Live performances
Live performances
20.5%
39.5%
Dances
Dances
15.1%
24.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
5.5%
20.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
19.2%
38.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Surprise

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 Surprise protect seniors.

Learn about Arizona Assisted Living regulations

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The Groves, Brookdale Camino del Sol and Pacifica Senior Living Peoria are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Surprise, Arizona. See full list of communities.

There are 84 assisted living facilities near Surprise, Arizona. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Surprise, Arizona are Pacifica Senior Living Peoria, The Gardens of Sun City and Palos Verdes Senior Living. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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