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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
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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.
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
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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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Very honey atmosphere. Employees are very kind
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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I was given one week’s notice that I had to remove my mother from the skilled nursing facility she had been staying for the past 2 months. I knew I couldn’t bring her home because she was still recovering...
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: 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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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.
Paradise Living Centers' original Paradise Valley group home features eight living suites, complete with a private bathroom, including a master suite for couples or residents looking for more space. In addition, there are two private bedrooms with a shared bath. This elegantly remodeled Paradise...
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Cost of independent living in Alma Gardens, AZ

The average cost of senior living in Alma Gardens is $3,827 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Wet Camp Village, AZ with an average of $3,315 per month.

Independent living costs in Alma Gardens, AZ, vs. nearby cities

Alma Gardens, AZ
$3,827/mo
$3,788/mo
$3,794/mo

Independent living costs in Alma Gardens, AZ, vs. state and national averages

Alma Gardens, AZ
$3,827/mo
$3,732/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

Independent living costs in Alma Gardens, AZ, vs. other senior living options

$4,564/mo
Independent Living
$3,827/mo

Independent living costs in Alma Gardens, AZ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,061/mo
Studio
$4,332/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,295/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,870/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,935/mo

Senior living costs in Alma Gardens vs. state and national costs

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Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Alma Gardens, AZ
Column state: Arizona
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Community typeAlma Gardens, AZArizonaU.S.
Independent Living$3,827/mo$3,732/mo$3,951/mo
Assisted Living$3,616/mo$3,736/mo$4,515/mo
Memory Care$4,564/mo$4,466/mo$4,761/mo
Independent Living
Alma Gardens, AZ:$3,827/mo
Arizona:$3,732/mo
U.S.:$3,951/mo
Assisted Living
Alma Gardens, AZ:$3,616/mo
Arizona:$3,736/mo
U.S.:$4,515/mo
Memory Care
Alma Gardens, AZ:$4,564/mo
Arizona:$4,466/mo
U.S.:$4,761/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Alma Gardens

Recent reviews for independent living in Alma Gardens

Legacy Village of Salt River in Scottsdale, AZ

4.0
My loved one is currently a resident at Legacy Village of Salt River and overall this facility is a 4+!. The staff is good. Their responsiveness to issues is good. The food is good. Housekeeping is once a week and works well for the resident. The move in was stress free and they were very ...
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Robson Reserve at Sun Lakes

5.0
Their meals were outstanding! We love love love The Renaissance! Unfortunately my mother-in-law couldn't get along with her neighbor so it was her problem, not the communities, but we decided to move her out. We're still sad that it didn't work out.

MorningStar at Arcadia in Phoenix, AZ

4.9
The place is well run and very nice. I feel comfortable leaving my wife there. It is a little pricey, but generally first-class. They really seem to operate as a caring family. It's definitely a place that people should check out.

Alma Gardens independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Alma Gardens independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Alma Gardens, 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 Alma Gardens 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 Alma Gardens partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Alma Gardens, AZNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13.6%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.6%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
31.8%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.6%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.8%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Alma Gardens 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 Alma Gardens communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Alma Gardens, AZNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
34.5%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35.5%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
34.5%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Alma Gardens 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 Alma Gardens offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Alma Gardens, AZNational
Activity director
Activity director
40%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.1%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.4%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.7%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.3%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.2%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.7%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.5%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.8%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
40.9%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
33.6%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40.9%
40%
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Atria Chandler Villas, McDowell Village and Verena at Gilbert are the top-rated independent living facilities near Alma Gardens, Arizona. See full list of communities.

There are 124 independent living facilities near Alma Gardens, Arizona. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Alma Gardens, Arizona are Atria Chandler Villas, McDowell Village and Verena at Gilbert. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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