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We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Sun City or another care type is right for you. Browse 129 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Sun City.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Phoenix, Glendale or White Tanks.
Types of care available in Sun City, AZ
My loved one is currently a resident at Atria Park of Sierra Pointe. The staff are phenomenal, especially from a career perspective! The engaged life staff could use additional training for improved activities for the residents; but they have been responsive in specific requests, eg water aerobics. The food quality is good! It is common for residents to complain about having to season their food, or to say that it's not "the way I make it". The pricing/cost is high, but it is comparable to other places.
The facility was a good place. It was very clean. The staff wasn't extremely friendly at first, but they warmed up to us. Mom was a tough cookie, but they got to know her and took good care of her. We were very happy with the care she received here. Communication with the family was good, they called often. Housekeeping was great and her room was always very clean and smelled good. The food seemed ok. I would recommend them to family and friends.
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.
18172 N 91st Ave, Peoria, AZ 85382
Situated in the heart of Peoria, on the beautifully landscaped Amethyst campus, Inn at the Amethyst Assisted Living and Memory Care Community offers the lifestyle that's just right for you. With proximity to the Arrowhead Town Center and the Challenger Space Center, this serene community is an...
My loved one is a resident at Senita Ridge. I can't say enough about the facility. It is very clean, always. The staff is friendly and kind.
10420 N 89th Ave, Peoria, AZ 85345
Paseo Village has assisted living and secure memory care accommodations and amenities for individuals who love open courtyards and spacious private rooms. Our Assisted Living and Memory Care have certified caregivers and medication technicians that are available to assist in personal care for...
First visit with my nephew there as a resident. His attitude was so much better than the last place he was. I BELIEVE IT IS DO TO THE ACTIVITY Director and all the staff back there. All so caring! Great...
20545 N Lake Pleasant Rd, Peoria, AZ 85382
Desert 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...
My Aunt is living in Desert winds assisted living, [name removed] takes such wonderful care of her, always listens to what she has to say, she is so patient with her, she cares to all of her needs, and is...
10401 N 79th Ave, Peoria, AZ 85345
We are a unique, memory care community located in Peoria. Fairmont Village offers a family style environment that provides comfort to individuals with memory loss. With an emphasis on the safety and security of our residents, Fairmont Village supports residents to live the day to day routines of...
This is a beautiful Memory Care facility! I placed my Mom here in November and have no regrets. I searched alot of places and this one is by far the best. Clean place, alot of caring staff, Daniel the...
5330 W. Union Hills Dr., Glendale, AZ 85308
Terra Pointe Memory Care was built with one idea in mind: to offer the best care in the safest environment possible for those suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's. Our purpose-built community is secure and specialized for those who require memory care, and our staff is onsite 24/7 to provide...
My Mom became a resident of Terra Pointe in [date removed]. When we began this difficult journey, we were overwhelmed and emotional. Then we had our tour with [name removed], and she instantly made us feel...
11555 W Peoria Ave, Youngtown, AZ 85363
LifeStream at Youngtown is a cozy, tree-lined community in a residential neighborhood offering a comfortable retirement lifestyle in quaint, maintenance-free garden apartments. These spacious one-story homes feature full-kitchens, washer and dryers or free laundry services, wall-to-wall...
I gave the activities a 3 overall, but I'm not a card player. Otherwise I haven't found an activity I would enjoy and I miss that. The water heater failed -- explosively -- and flooded the main closet and...
20221 N 29th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85027
Deer Valley Senior Living is a NEW property located conveniently off the 101 loop in Phoenix with close proximity to Hospitals, health care services, churches, shopping and Corporate businesses. Our Community will include 104 assisted living units and 15 memory care units including 3 companion...
The Deer Valley Senior Living community is very clean and the staff members are very responsive, based on our experience so far we would recommend them to other families
9296 West Union Hills Drive, Peoria, AZ 85382
Joy Without SacrificeFor our memory care residents in Peoria, Arizona, life has never been sweeter. With endless activities, events, and programs that foster social interaction and provide daily moments of joy and success, your family member will soak up every moment of their life here—and...
They were wonderful with mom and me. I wish she lived longer to enjoy it there. Very caring staff. The staff took time to get to know you when I came to visit mom. Even if it was how was your day. I...
14581 W Parkwood Dr, Surprise, AZ 85374
"At Solana at the Park, we offer a variety of community features. Residents can enjoy regular off-site adventures and excursions. Cats and dogs are allowed in private quarters. Our property is conveniently located near accessible public transportation. We offer free wi-fi and high speed internet....
Staff seems to really care. As far as activities go - I thought they had something for veterans, but haven't seen it. I think they could do more to engage the men. Possibly they could also try to come up...
17202 N 69th Ave, Glendale, AZ 85308
My dad moved to the BeeHive from another facility in Phoenix in January 2020. The difference in care and caring was night and day! [name removed] the owner is personally involved and strives to make sure...
21739 N 151st Ave, Sun City West, AZ 85375
All The Comforts Of HomeWhen you first encounter the seniors at our memory care community in Sun City West, you’ll notice the warm smiles, joyful laughter and genuine concern the care team shows to each man and woman who calls this place home. From the activities and programming to the fine...
The integrity of the staff with/for my husband and for us, his family, is hard to beat. They are well equipped to handle the situations that may arise with his care. I have not had a meal there, but it...
10045 West Royal Oak Road, Sun City, AZ 85351
Our community offers the lifestyle you deserve and the independence you want. Our activity programs promote socialization through a varied schedule including shopping, group games, social hours and outings. You can rely on us to take care of the every day chores of owning a home — like yard and...
This is a nice, small sized community with everything on one floor. The price was in our ball park and they have been very good so far. We are getting the care that we agreed upon. We love the food, its been...
19303 North New Tradition Road, Sun City West, AZ 85375
The Heritage Tradition Campus is a for-lease community that offers three distinct lifestyles to choose from. The Heritage Tradition features independent living in luxurious resort style apartments. The Heritage Cottages offer Patio Homes with private garages, a greenbelt, walking...
My mother is doing very well since her move into Heritage Traditions. The food is outrageously good. The cafeteria at the Heritage is better than any restaurant in Surprise! Both the residents and staff are...
10101 W Palmeras Dr, Sun City, AZ 85373
Situated in the heart of Sun City, just one block north of Bell Road and one block west of 99th Avenue, The Palms at Sun City is a vibrant community designed to help our seniors enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle – and experience greater well-being.This inviting resort style residence...
There were a couple who that made a major impact on my decision to move to the Palms. Nearly every one of the inhabitants that we talked to seemed to be very happy with their new lives at the Palms and they...
12820 W Beardsley Rd, Sun City West, AZ 85375
Life is all about choice and at Avista Senior Living, we give our residents plenty to choose from. From all day dining with many delectable entrees to a vibrant activity program, new residents are always amazed at how rich and full their lives become after moving in to Avista Senior Living.
My loved one really likes it here. I like that it is a smaller community, and that there is more one0on-one care from the staff. They will text, call, or post on Facebook about the residents. Trivia,...
3100 N 91st Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85037
Mariposa Point at Algodón Center is a unique community designed for seniors who need help with daily tasks, but who wish to live as independently as possible in a homelike setting. We are dedicated to ensuring that this new chapter in your life is happy and fulfilling. With a holistic approach to...
When you walk in to the community it has a great overall atmosphere, there is a lot of nice décor and it is clean. The staff members are very friendly and our mother liked it right away.
26850 N Lake Pleasant Pkwy, Peoria, AZ 85383
Avanti Living at Peoria embraces a holistic view of senior living to empower residents to move forward in life with confidence. For that purpose, you’ll find Avanti’s state-of-the-art care, services and programming to be liberating, invigorating and full of boundless opportunities for growth,...
It is not easy to find who the correct person to contact when it comes to medical. There are multiple contacts for Leading MD's and Avanti. The cavity is top notch! And based on the experience we have had so...
16465 N Parkview Pl, Surprise, AZ 85374
Mosaic Gardens Memory Care at Surprise provides the highest quality of care and support to those with Alzheimer's disease and other memory impairments as well as their families.Our specialized programming is an innovative and progressive approach to the care of dementia founded on more than a...
Love, love, love Avenir Memory Care of Surprise. My grandfather has lived here for 3 years and he gets the best care. So many activities. The food is great, fresh fruit daily and quality meals. I love...
8880 N 107th Ave, Peoria, AZ 85345
We're now open as of September 4th 2018. We will offer a large memory care and assisted living apartments. Call for more information about our exceptional living lifestyle:Three chef prepared meals a dayWeekly housekeepingWeekly laundryUtilitiesWIFI and CableScheduled transportation Full...
the overall feel of this community just felt right, and everyone there was super friendly. The activities were pretty good, our loved one didn't always participate in them, but they had wine tastings, movie...
11301 N 99th Ave, Peoria, AZ 85345
When you think of retirement living, what do you see? If cookie-cutter apartments, quiet hallways, bland food and stereotypical activities come to mind, then think again. Over twenty years of experience have taught us that today’s seniors want more choices and are leading a more active lifestyle...
This place is the biggest fraud act ever they treat disabled people like they are nothing. If you are not mentally strong you will end up borderline crazy from all the unnecessary stress from management the...
13215 N 94th Dr, Peoria, AZ 85381
I can’t say enough good things about Peoria. My father was a patient there and they took care of him so well. He was in bad shape they got him doing therapy . He’s really picky when it comes to food and he...
16623 N. West Point Parkway, Surprise, AZ 85374
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...
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...
9965(A) 9925(B) And 10025(C) W Royal Oak Road, Sun City, AZ 85351
My loved one has lived here for quite some time, and this is a VERY impressive community! The facility itself is clean, provides multiple levels of care, and all sorts of different activities. They couldn't...
10330 W Thunderbird Blvd, Sun City, AZ 85351
I really enjoyed my stay at El Dorado of Sun City, the meals and dining service was fantastic The quality of the food was excellent and you got a variety of meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner. I recently...
20625 N Lake Pleasant Rd, Peoria, AZ 85382
Nursing homes, also called skilled nursing facilities, provide long-term care for seniors with significant physical or mental health conditions, and short-term care to people recovering from an injury or hospital stay. Nursing homes provide personal assistance and medical care from licensed professionals. Services in skilled nursing facilities often include:
Originally designed in 1960 as a seniors-only suburb, Sun City has continued to thrive as an oasis for active retirees to spend their golden years. Residents have all conveniences and necessities immediately available to them within Sun City’s limits, such as unique shopping and dining, healthcare facilities, community parks, and more.
Nursing homes — also called convalescent homes or skilled nursing facilities — in Sun City are intended for seniors who require 24-hour monitoring and medical assistance. These communities are designed to promote independence among seniors who require constant nursing care to perform activities of daily living (ADLs), but do not require hospital-level care.
The median monthly cost of a private nursing home room is about $9,300 in the Sun City area and $8,100 in the state of Arizona, according to Genworth.
The total household expenses associated with living in Sun City are rated 43 points below the national average. Grocery and other essential costs are also rated below the average.
Index Scores
All index scores are based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates that the cost is twice as expensive as the national average, while a score of 50 indicates that the cost is half as expensive.
| Household Expenses | Health Care | Insurance | Entertainment | Grocery | Clothing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 57 | 70 | 55 | 54 | 57 | 46 |
Income and Housing
| Median income age 45-64 | Median income age 65+ | Median household income | Average individual income | Median employee salary | Average property tax | One-bedroom apartment gross rent estimate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $44,420 per year | $36,161 per year | $37,220 per year | $29,035 per year | $41,529 per year | $882 per year | $757 per month |
The top hospitals that service Sun City include:
Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center
Sun City’s climate is classified as a hot desert, meaning hot, dry summers and mild winters with very little precipitation throughout the year. The average humidity level is 31%, and humidity levels are often highest during December at about 44%.
Seasonal Temperatures
| January Average | January Maximum | January Minimum |
|---|---|---|
| 55°F | 68°F | 41°F |
| July Average | July Maximum | July Minimum |
|---|---|---|
| 94°F | 108°F | 79°F |
Air Quality
This index is based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates twice the presence of air pollutants than the national average, while a score of 50 indicates half the presence.
Precipitation
Population Statistics
| Median age | Percent of population over 65 | Population | Population Density | Average Household Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76 | 75.9% | 40,073 | 2,785 per square mile | 1.6 |
Race & Ethnicity
| American Indian or Alaskan Native | Asian | Black | Hispanic or Latino | Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | Two or More Races | White (not Hispanic or Latino) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.2% | 1.0% | 2.9% | 4.2% | <0.1% | 0.5% | 92.2% |
These figures were taken from the most recent U.S. Census.
LGBTQ+ Inclusivity
These scores were taken from the 2019 Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index.
2016 Presidential Election Results for Maricopa County
| Democratic | Republican | Other |
|---|---|---|
| 45.7% | 49.1% | 5.2% |
Some of the most popular museums and historic sites in Sun City include:
Outdoor attractions in Sun City:
Sun City’s top entertainment destinations and shopping districts are:
Transportation
Sun Cities Area Transit operates bus routes throughout the city and offers wheelchair-friendly transportation for residents. Ridesharing services, like Uber and Lyft, are also available in Sun City.
McDowell Village, Sunrise of Scottsdale and Palos Verdes Senior Living are the top rated nursing homes near Sun City, Arizona. See full list of communities.
There are 129 nursing homes near Sun City, Arizona. See the full list.
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