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Seniors exploring Scottsdale, Arizona, for assisted living will find an array of living options that range from luxurious to serene. The city’s motto, “The West’s Most Western Town” offers a glimpse into Scottsdale’s charm and cinematic views. Seniors will also appreciate the warm and dry climate combined with world-renowned medical care, countless leisure opportunities, and arts and culture.
In this guide, we’ll highlight the details of what it’s like to live in Scottsdale’s varied assisted living communities. This includes smaller group homes, which make up nearly 61% of our partner assisted living communities in Scottsdale. You will also find information about costs and how seniors in Scottsdale pay for assisted living. This guide also summarizes Arizona’s assisted living regulations and laws. It also provides an overview of the health care choices available to Scottsdale residents, transportation options, and exciting things to do around town.
Types of care available in Scottsdale, AZ
Assisted Living
Best is the staff is great and friendly, they care about the residents. Also the rooms are very good sizes. Worst is it's expensive, worth the money as far as value but still expensive.
I would say it is definitely a community you should consider. The evening and night staff were not as attentive as they should have been. They were not consistent with a night-time regiment and did not check on him enough during the night.
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 the back images and I see the wonderful staff showing love to the men and women in their care. They have done things they have never done before, like cutting hair, and I must say doing a very good job. The live music is still a big part and is happening due to technology. This is a loving place and also a happy place. They do not sit around all day but are active and having fun. They are safe due to the caring staff. We are kept up every night with the activities and are kept informed of their health situation. Thank you to all the loving staff.
2802 East Juniper Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85032
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Arizona Desert Falls is where your family is our family. We specialize in providing the best care available for those individuals on a fixed income or budget. We encourage you to visit our facebook page @azdesertfallsassistedliving to see pictures of different events we have put on for our...
Great place and take very good care of our father. Great food and staff and outstanding price for our father that does not have a lot of money. Very clean and communicates with us very well if any issues...
7001 E Mountain View Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85253
Barton House is an Alzheimer's memory care community located in Scottsdale, Arizona in Maricopa county. Seniors that enjoy golf love living at Barton House, due to Orange Tree Golf Resort, Gainey Ranch Golf Club, and McCormick Ranch Golf Club all being within a short distance of the community....
I would recommend to others. Also, management and staff are dedicated to compassionate care and proactively communicate well with family.Very earnest qualified management and support staff are very much...
4050 East Bluefield Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85032
These Are The Best YearsThe seniors you see here may be part of our assisted living and memory care community in Phoenix, but we like to think of them as family. Each and every person who walks through our door is an individual with a unique story and background, and a host of personal interests....
Fortunately, my friend is social enough to make friends. That’s the best attribute of Brookdale: staff and fellow residents are kind. Food, activities, cleanliness, and room space meet our standards. They...
6650 E Mayo Blvd, Phoenix, AZ 85054
When you choose Clearwater Mayo Blvd in Phoenix, Arizona, you’re choosing the best possible life for yourself or your loved one. This senior living community isn’t just a welcoming home – it’s practically a whole neighborhood by itself. You’ll enjoy a host of resort-style services and amenities,...
Clearwater is excellent. The staff is highly trained and they provide caring service. Really caring service. The whole facility is bright and modern. It has a comfortable atmosphere throughout. All the...
4350 East St. John Road, Phoenix, AZ 85032
We’re a smaller 8 bed community with over 15 years of experience in the senior community. We encourage our residents to continue their lives as if they are still at home. Some of the advantages of Living here with us at INtouch is that our staff does daily housekeeping, Laundry and fresh cooked...
Warm and welcoming staff. Very clean facility. Excellent home cooked meals. Professional staff, including on-site nurse. This smaller, nontraditional setting was such a good fit for our family member.
3324 E Oraibi Dr, Phoenix, AZ 85050
We are all caregivers, and we’re all about Senior Care. Our staff is certified in all levels of care, specialized in memory care, dementia care, wound care, bed bound care, multiple sclerosis care, and end-of-life care. Working with the best home health agency, doctors, nurses, caregivers, social...
It is my pleasure to recommend Paradise Valley Loving Care. This is a place where one can feel confident their loved one receives good care.[Removed] and [Removed] and the staff treated my father as if he...
23733 North Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
Discover the pinnacle of senior living in beautiful Scottsdale, Arizona. Clearwater Pinnacle Peak provides a full spectrum of care in a luxurious setting with upscale amenities and five-star service. Whether you want an Independent Living community that pampers you in every way, or you want the...
Most of the care staff are very kind, professional, courteous caring and helpful. The executive staff has been responsive when I have had challenges or questions and concerns. They need healthier higher...
16455 E Ave of the Fountains, Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
At Fountain View Village Retirement Community, you will find everything from independent living to assisted living to memory support all in one supportive vibrant community. We provide a continuum of care that makes Fountain View Village as right for you in years to come as it is today.The...
Mom is happy there. It's beautiful. And we're grateful she is safe and happy. I haven't noticed any issues with that. Mom might say differently. No problems. Most are nice. Food staff and Assisted living...
8319 E Hazelwood St, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Hazelwood MANOR is located in the center of historic Scottsdale, AZ, our retirement community offers the comforts of home with simply maintenance-free living. The Manor's mission is to provide a family-like home that offers each individual the respect, love, and compassion they deserve. Your...
This is a great place to go. The staff are very friendly, and keep in touch with the family about our loved one. They have been able to assist my loved one in taking their medications, and making sure my...
5447 E Beck Ln, Scottsdale, AZ 85254
We have been in business since year 2000. We provide the finest quality care for elderly, we are dedicated to make our home the best choice in Scottsdale for Assisted Living. Certified caregivers and supervision at all levels.Our caregivers are caring, loving, well educated and trained with...
The home was clean, bright, has living room, large bathroom with 2 sinks, large shower, plenty of room for 2 beds, showed us how they track medications, call buttons, can use their own furniture, can put up...
7373 East Shea Boulevard, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
My parents have been very pleased with Acoya. The apartment, staff, facility & food has been great! The facility is new & beautiful! The decor is very pretty & mom loves walking the halls to exercise &...
9742 E Gelding Dr, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
Perfectly located in North Scottsdale near shopping centers, restaurants, churches. Hospitals, Mayo Clinic within 10 min drive . We very much value cleanliness. Respects rights and dignity of residents. Capacity of 7 residents. All levels of care/ supervisory, personal and directed. All...
Mother Teresa's Senior Care Home was truly a gift from God. Our goal for my friend that needed care was to keep her in her home, that is what she wanted. Mother Teresa's turned out to be so much better than...
8501 E Plaza Ave, Scottsdale, AZ 85250
Plaza Assisted Living of Scottsdale LLC is conveniently located in South Scottsdale off the 101 freeway for ease of access.Enjoy the comforts of home in our 2017 newly remodeled and licensed home which features 10 private rooms each with a private 1/2 bath. Our home offers 2 community roll-in...
My mom has been in this home since [date removed]. The care she receives is fantastic. I have only high remarks for the Plaza. The staff is very accommodating. It’s always clean and welcoming. My mom has...
23005 North 74th Street, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
Vi at Silverstone, a Vi and Plaza Companies Community in north Scottsdale and located north of Phoenix, is a Life Plan Community, also known as a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC). Vi at Silverstone is part of a 165-acre master-planned community on the former site of the Rawhide Western...
I have been a resident of Vi@ Silverstone for seven plus years; [date removed] The life style at this senior resort resembles sailing on a luxury cruise ship with daily excursions followed by cocktail...
13850 North Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd., Scottsdale, AZ 85260
Belmont Village Scottsdale is conveniently situated in the center of several world-class health care facilities, including Scottsdale Healthcare Shea Medical Center, Scottsdale Healthcare Thompson Peak Hospital, Mayo Clinic, and Mayo Hospital in North Phoenix. Abundant shopping, restaurants and...
I like this community because it is small and there is a nurse here all of the time. This community is spotless clean and the food is terrific. My mom loves it here. They have activities like art projects,...
9410 E Thunderbird Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
The Auberge at Scottsdale is a neighborhood specially designed to serve the needs of individuals living with Alzheimer's disease, dementia and other forms of memory loss. Every day we make it a goal to go above and beyond to enrich the lives of our residents. The staff is committed to delivering...
If you have a person who need memory care, it is a very good place. They have daily activities all day long to keep the residents engaged. The caregivers are all very nice. We chose this community...
18610 N. 30th Place, Phoenix, AZ 85050
My mom is there she gets the best care ever. It's all about them been loved and happy. I would recommend it 10 times over. ??????
7501 E Thompson Peak Pkwy, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
Vi at Grayhawk is a Life Plan Community, also known as Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC), located in Scottsdale, Arizona. Overlooking the magnificent McDowell Mountains, Vi at Grayhawk offers easy access to the master-planned community's amenities as well as a wide variety of features...
It is very superb in many ways. The community is a beautiful place staff are wonderful. It has just been way too long in isolation due to COVID and they need to open back up on a more individualized...
4555 E. Mayo Blvd, Phoenix, AZ 85050
Sagewood Acacia Healthcare is managed by Life Care Services®, An LCS® Company. Life Care Services ranked highest in customer satisfaction in the J.D. Power 2019 Senior Living Study and achieved the highest score in all seven study factors: resident services and activities; community staff; food...
Everyone that we worked with at Sagewood Desert Willow was extremely friendly and engaged. We were assigned a move in coordinator who helped facilitate everything and provided the information we needed to...
14802 N 47th Pl, Phoenix, AZ 85032
Valencia at 47th is an MD Senior Living home. At MD Senior Living, we’re changing the way Assisted Living is provided. Owned by a small group of physicians, our homes are beautifully designed for comfort and safety. Our caring staff consists of clinical professionals including a retired nurse, a...
15731 N. 102nd Street, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
* State certified, Assisted Living Home * Year round sunny, North Scottsdale, Arizona * Owned, and managed by a Board Certified-Family Nurse Practitioner * Now accepting adult residents for personal and directed care services * Committed to safety, dignity, enjoyment, and rapid attention to...
I was impressed the minute we walked into the home. I got a good feeling and had a good talk with [Removed] and took the time to thoroughly answer my questions. . They have a board to write reminders for the...
11444 North 88th Place, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
If you are looking for the best care and support, in a comforting homelike environment, then rest assured, your family is in good hands. At Hands of Care Assisted living facility, we understand that selecting the right care facility for your loved one can be a difficult decision. Nestled away in...
17015 N. 58th Way, Scottsdale, AZ 85254
Golden Heritage Assisted Living Home is a senior care home located against the lovely backdrop of Scottsdale, Arizona in Maricopa County. Scottsdale is a city located in the beautiful and scenic Arizona desert and is full of amazing views and enjoyable recreational activities. Nature preserves,...
This home is cozy and warm. The staff have been incredible working with my father. This community is extremely clean and the owner is in constant contact with me
11002 N 66th St, Scottsdale, AZ 85254
Sunrise Home Facility. A place to call home. For the past 5 years we have strive to offer the best care for elderly and disable people. Licensed as group home for 5 beds. Small enough to provide a unique and personalized care to each resident. Home-like meals are cook from scratch with wholesome...
It seems active and good energy from the tenants. They notice if something is off with the tenants and question them. If you don't show up for a meal they go to your suite and ask if want your meal brought...
8632 E Pecos Lane, Scottsdale, AZ 85250
Ardc Scottsdale Home provides the warmth of a home environment, while offering personalized care to your loved ones. Family members enjoy the peace of mind knowing that their loved ones are receiving quality care, non-intrusive and safe individual assistance, while living in a warm, home-like...
Beautiful and clean house with everything in infrastructure structured around seniors. They have non slip floorings and bumpers on the corners, wide doors, walk in showers, fresh cooked food all the time and...
The average cost of a Scottsdale assisted living community, or assisted living center as they are referred to by the state of Arizona, is $4,958 per month.[01] This type of community accommodates over 25 residents and the cost includes all amenities and fees like rent, meals, and extras associated with care services at our partner communities.
Assisted living homes, also known as group homes, cost an average of $5,230, each month, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data. These communities are smaller with space for up to 10 residents and are typically located in residential neighborhoods. They offer similar care services to assisted living centers but tend to trade larger amenities for a more personalized and quiet setting.
The prices below represent average starting costs without add-on fees in the surrounding area, which could help compare general pricing across the greater area.
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Assisted living is usually paid for using a combination of payment types. Families often pay for costs like room and board using private funds from savings or retirement savings. However many of the care services provided at assisted living communities are covered by insurance such as Medicare or Medicaid or veterans benefits if a senior qualifies. In this section, we explore various payment options to help determine the financial approach that’s right for you or your loved one.
Private pay most commonly includes funds from personal savings accounts, returns from investment portfolios, pensions, or Social Security benefits. Many families may use the sale of a house or a reverse mortgage to pay for assisted living. Depending on your family’s resources, the following are other common ways seniors pay for assisted living:
Scottsdale assisted living facilities are licensed by the Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS). The smaller group homes with a capacity of up to 10 residents are licensed as assisted living homes. Larger facilities that accommodate over 20 residents are called assisted living centers by ADHS.
Facility licenses are renewed every 12 months pending an unannounced annual inspection. Facilities are evaluated in several categories including quality of care, caregiver background and training, and resident rights. Examples of the criteria surveyors use to evaluate facilities include the following:
Arizona strengthened its background check requirements in 2022 for workers in assisted living communities. The new law restricts felons convicted of violent crimes and financial fraud from holding positions in Arizona assisted living communities.
The Inspection results can be found for facilities on the Residential Facilities Provider Search Form.
Arizona has no specific COVID-19 regulations for assisted living facilities. However, the Arizona Department of Health Services (DHS) has published COVID-19 guidance for long-term care communities.
For more information regarding Arizona’s regulations and licensing of assisted living communities, explore our Overview of Assisted Living in Arizona.
Vaccinations. Long-term care facilities should encourage their staff and residents to be vaccinated against COVID-19.
Masking. Visitors and residents should be encouraged to wear masks during visitations when the county’s transmission level is high. Additionally, staff are encouraged to wear masks upon entering the facility.
Facility cleanliness. Facilities should have a schedule for disinfecting high-touch surfaces.
Staff safety. Long-term care facilities should have established protocols for when staffers test positive with COVID-19.
Social distancing. Visitors and residents should be encouraged to practice social distancing when the county’s transmission level is high.
Quarantining. Residents who aren’t vaccinated or up to date with their boosters and have been in close contact with someone who has COVID-19 should quarantine, even if they test negative. New admissions and readmissions to the facility who aren’t vaccinated or up to date with boosters should complete a 10-day quarantine.
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Assisted living community type: 61% of our partner communities in Scottsdale are smaller board and care homes.
Scottsdale’s warm, dry weather has long been a draw for seniors, but it also offers a unique combination of urban convenience, exciting activities, and easy access to desert solitude and the rugged McDowell Mountains. Scottsdale seniors benefit from a variety of assisted living community choices from the intimate board and care homes to larger assisted living facilities with their range of activities and luxury options.
Seniors who want the convenience of living in one facility regardless of future care needs will find that Scottsdale offers several multi-care communities to choose from. A Place for Mom’s partner communities include the following options:
Board and care homes are common in Scottsdale and often cost less than larger assisted living communities. Offering a more a personalized experience, these facilities are typically located in residential neighborhoods and many are converted from single-family homes. Residents of board and care homes usually share a room with one other resident and have access to all the common areas of the house.
Personal care services offered at board and care homes are similar to larger assisted living communities and are available 24/7. And, while there may be fewer amenities, these communities usually offer peaceful outdoor common spaces, like a backyard or patio, a dining room, and a living room. Board and care homes typically offer on-site skilled nursing through partnerships with home health care agencies to provide residents with the advanced care they need, so they can age in place.
Scottsdale assisted living facilities are designed with seniors’ overall well-being in mind, providing ample opportunities for intellectual stimulation, physical activity, and socializing. They also provide extra help with activities of daily living which may include assistance with the following tasks:
Scottsdale has a reputation for luxury living which extends to assisted living communities. Residents will find several communities that offer resort-style amenities including:
These communities also have calendars full of engaging activities that seniors of all ability levels can take part in. Examples include barbecues or picnics, holiday and birthday parties, religious services, educational lectures, book clubs, yoga, gardening, and Tai Chi. Off-site group trips are also popular, like trips to the nearby Vegas-style casino.
Scottsdale is home to many assisted living communities with multilingual staff. More than half of our partner communities have Spanish-speaking staff, and 12% have staff that speak Filipino. This helps ensure multilingual seniors can fully communicate their care needs in their preferred language. This also helps residents feel content and comfortable in their new surroundings.
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Number of seniors over the age of 65 currently living in Scottsdale, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.
Percentage of seniors 65 and older within the Scottsdale population, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.
Median annual income for Scottsdale seniors 65 and older, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.
Scottsdale is home to many high-quality health care facilities. Read on for a few local options.
HonorHealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center
HonorHealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center offers highly rated adult care for heart failure and colon cancer surgery.
At the Phoenix Mayo Clinic, seniors can receive care at one of Arizona’s best hospitals. This particular facility is nationally ranked in 10 adult specialties, including gastroenterology, geriatrics, and urology.
Carl T. Hayden Veterans’ Administration Medical Center
Veterans in the Scottsdale area who need either primary or specialty care can receive these services at the Carl T. Hayden Veterans’ Administration Medical Center.[09]
While a majority of people in Scottsdale rely on their cars to get around town, all of our partner assisted living facilities provide transportation services for residents. This makes trips to the doctor, social outings, or running errands easy and safe. For seniors who prefer to drive, over 50% of our partner communities provide on-site parking.
While public transportation isn’t the most efficient or safe mode of transportation for seniors in Scottsdale, there are a few options available. Scottsdale’s free trolley system operates limited services during the week.
The Valley Metro system operates buses, a light rail system, streetcars, and also has paratransit options in Scottsdale and the surrounding Phoenix metro area. Buses and light rail systems are accessible for individuals with disabilities, and seniors can ride for $2.
Scottsdale’s walkability, bikeability, and public transportation options are rated on a scale of 0-100 by Walk Score, with 100 being the best. Scottsdale received the following scores:
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With sunny weather year-round, upscale lifestyle offerings, and beautiful natural sights, Scottsdale has a host of both indoor and outdoor activities for residents and visitors.
The stunning desert views at McDowell Sonoran Preserve can be enjoyed by everyone on the variety of accessible trails. Gather the family for a picnic at the 17-acre Cactus Park. Seniors working on their golf game have numerous local public, private, and semi-private courses to choose from. The fascinating views of Pinnacle Peak from the greens of the semi-private Troon North Golf Club should not be missed.
Scottsdale Fashion Square is one of Scottsdale’s outdoor shopping and dining destinations that has everything from elegant to simple. Old Town Scottsdale embodies the city’s Old West past with plenty of local restaurants and shops.
Scottsdale has many unique, world-class museums for lovers of art, history, and car racing.
For seniors seeking an experience with visiting family or friends, Scottsdale has several fun options that give everyone from grandkids to adult kids the chance to explore.
As a premier arts and culture destination, Scottsdale also has a few performing arts options enjoyed by residents and visitors alike. At the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, you can catch everything from Grammy-winning musicians to music festivals. Additionally, the Desert Stages Theatre offers a more intimate space for fans of plays and musicals.
McDowell Village, Sunrise of Scottsdale and Palos Verdes Senior Living are the top-rated Assisted Living facilities near Scottsdale, AZ. These Assisted Living facilities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews. See full list of communities.
The average cost of Assisted Living in Scottsdale is 3,729 per month. This cost may vary based on location, amenities, floorplan, level of care and other factors.
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