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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Fort Mc Dowell, AZ

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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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 Oasis at Fellowship Square-Mesa offers our residents independence and privacy in spacious one bedroom or studio apartments within view of the beautiful Superstition Mts. Monthly rent includes our state of the art emergency call system, recreational and social activities, weekly housekeeping,...
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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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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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I have not had a chance to experience the activities they offer at this community. They do not offer a meal plan. The community is clean and well taken care of. The second floor apartments do not have a...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Orchard is 55+ community.  We offer affordable senior living in  beautiful garden apartments.  With over 600 trees, you are free to pick the oranges, tangerines, grapefruits and lemons from the citrus trees located throughout the community.  Our full time activities...
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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: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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The residence is very friendly and always speaks to you and it easy to make friends here. The community is pet-friendly and has a dog park. The staff is very friendly and nice and the community is well kept...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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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The residence is very friendly and always speaks to you and it easy to make friends here. The community is pet-friendly and has a dog park. The staff is very friendly and nice and the community is well kept...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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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As of January of this year, we have new managers. We have been in this park for over 21yrs. We have had good ma agers and not so good. But, we now have the best we have seen in the last 12 yrs. They have...
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.
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: 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.
Welcome Home! Come and enjoy resort living on the golf course. With a championship 18 hole golf course, 2 heated pools, 4 jacuzzis, a hair and nail salon, full sports bar, fine dining restaurant and live entertainment! We offer Studios, 1 Bedrooms and limited number of 2 Bedrooms. We include...
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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.
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: 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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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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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.
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: 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.

Cost of independent living in Fort Mc Dowell, AZ

The average cost of senior living in Fort Mc Dowell is $3,735 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Wet Camp Village, AZ with an average of $3,315 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Fort Mc Dowell, AZ vs. nearby cities

Fort Mc Dowell, AZ
$3,735/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Fort Mc Dowell, AZ vs. the state and national average

Fort Mc Dowell, AZ
$3,735/mo
$3,732/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Fort Mc Dowell vs. other types of senior living

$4,515/mo
Independent Living
$3,735/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Fort Mc Dowell, AZ by room type

Semi-Private
$4,230/mo
Studio
$4,327/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,388/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,096/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,982/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Fort Mc Dowell

Recent reviews for independent living in Fort Mc Dowell

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.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Engaging activities for residents. Residents at various communities enjoy a rich and diverse range of activities tailored to their interests. At Verena at Gilbert, residents participate in daily events such as yoga, pool activities, art classes, card games, and more. The community ensures a lively social calendar to keep everyo ...
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Comfortable and spacious apartment homes. Reviews consistently praise the comfort and size of apartment homes in different communities. For example, at The Forum at Desert Harbor, residents appreciate the generous living spaces and the availability of apartment configurations to suit different needs. The apartments are designed to pro ...
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Access to on-site medical care. Several communities, including LifeStream at Glendale, offer on-site medical care and wellness services. This feature is highly valued by families and residents, who appreciate the convenience and peace of mind that comes with having medical care readily available.
Friendly and caring staff. Numerous reviews mention the kindness and dedication of staff members across communities. The staff at Park Terrace Senior Living are described as friendly, caring, and happy to go the extra mile for residents. Their commitment to providing exceptional care and support is a common theme in man ...
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Delicious and varied dining options. Quality food is a significant factor in residents' satisfaction with their communities. At Atria Chandler Villas, the chef accommodates dietary restrictions and individual preferences, ensuring residents look forward to mealtimes every day. The dining experiences are a highlight for many resid ...
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Secure and clean living environment. Safety and cleanliness are top priorities for many seniors and their families. Communities like Fellowship Square Historic Mesa at Brown and Center are praised for their pristine surroundings and commitment to maintaining a safe living environment. Residents feel reassured knowing that their c ...
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Fort Mc Dowell independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fort Mc Dowell independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fort Mc Dowell, 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 Fort Mc Dowell 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 Fort Mc Dowell partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10.2%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
24.6%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
24%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
24.4%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Fort Mc Dowell 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 Fort Mc Dowell communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
25.6%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.4%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
26.2%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.2%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fort Mc Dowell 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 Fort Mc Dowell offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
30.2%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20.6%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.8%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
34.8%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
35.6%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.4%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.4%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.4%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.4%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
33.2%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
23.4%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Atria Chandler Villas, McDowell Village and The Groves are the top-rated independent living facilities near Fort Mc Dowell, Arizona. See full list of communities.

There are 592 independent living facilities near Fort Mc Dowell, Arizona. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Fort Mc Dowell, 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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