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The community was neat and clean and the staff was friendly. communication was good if I called and asked questions, but they did not proactively communicate with us. I would recommend this community to...
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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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This place is over all a nice place to live I have been here 2 months and really like the other residents . It could use some changes but they seem to be working on that
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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.
Our goal at the Fountains is to provide an easy living, independent lifestyle among a community of friends. In our quaint community, you’ll rediscover life's joys at the Fountains at Lake Pleasant and liberate yourself from the demands of home ownership. It's time to experience Independent Senior...
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I am currently a resident here at Estrella Estates and things have been great so far. The meals are good. The cost is fair. The management is excellent. I have to say that, overall, things are great and this...
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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.
At Estrella Estates we have an abundance of heart, and we can’t wait to share it with you. Our caring management team is here for you any time, day or night, because we live here too. We participate in activities +pour coffee at mealtime and take time to get to know each of our residents. Plus,...
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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.
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.
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...
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My sister is safe there. It's convenient to places where she needs to go. For instance, when she thought she locked herself up they came right up. They come up and help her out. It's independent...
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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.
If a reasonable price and a quiet ambiance of an all-adult community appeals to you, then consider Lifestyles of Glendale your new home. Imagine an entire community that caters to those mature enough to appreciate a life of leisure and young enough to enjoy the many social activities planned...
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I was looking for a senior facility for my mother have independent living. I needed a place friendly, clean, social, and beautiful. This place fit all of those needs. My mother fit right in and made close...
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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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Under Angel Wings Care Home Assisted Living facility is hands down the absolute BEST care home in Arizona! My mom was in the hospital for a while, then went to Hospice of the Valley (HOV) and then she needed...
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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.
Come live at the Fountain. You’ll have privacy when you want it and friends as close as a walk down the hall. Spend your time playing cards or pool, going shopping, or participating in other activities. Or add some special meaning in your life by reaching out and helping others. And of course,...
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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.
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.
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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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.
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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.
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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...
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.
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.
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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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...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
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.
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living, 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.
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.
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.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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: 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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Cost of independent living in El Mirage, AZ
The average cost of senior living in El Mirage is $3,786 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Wickenburg, AZ with an average of $1,738 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in El Mirage, AZ vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in El Mirage, AZ vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in El Mirage, AZ by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in El Mirage
Recent reviews for independent living in El Mirage
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.
The Park at Surprise
5.0
I am so sad that I have to leave my home at The Park at Surprise. I live in the 2bedroom den style on the 1st floor that is 1100 square feet I believe. My patio and windows face the pretty courtyard, they remind me of my travels in Europe. I am leaving bc my health has declined, I didn't want to ...
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Sagewood Desert Willow AL and MC in Phoenix, AZ
4.9
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 move in. My loved one loves her housekeeper and the place is always very clean when we go ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Beautifully maintained grounds and courtyards. Many reviews mention the stunning grounds and courtyards at different communities, including Garden Ridge, where residents enjoy patios or balconies looking out on the immaculate spaces. Residents of Inspira Arrowhead by Cogir appreciate the display of trees, blooming flowers, birds, pools, ...
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Friendly and attentive staff members. Numerous reviews highlight the kindness and care shown by staff members at various communities, such as Solstice Senior Living at Sun City West, where residents and families have formed long-term friendships with the caregivers. The staff at Estrella Estates are described as always available ...
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Variety of activities and events for residents. Residents find enjoyment in the wide range of specialized activities offered at different communities, like Holiday Vista de la Montaña, where staff members organize weekly trivia nights, regular outings, hikes, and fishing days. Activities vary from arts and crafts to social events and fitnes ...
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Caring and supportive community atmosphere. Throughout the reviews, residents express feelings of warmth and friendliness from fellow residents and staff at different communities, such as Glencroft Center For Modern Aging, where residents are described as enjoying new friendships. At Palos Verdes Senior Living, staff members demonstra ...
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Excellent food quality and meal choices. Quality food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community, with many residents praising the meals at Solstice Senior Living at Sun City West and Mera City Center. Chefs accommodate dietary restrictions and individual preferences, ensuring residents loo ...
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Properly maintained living spaces and apartments. Reviews consistently mention the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, including living spaces and apartments, such as those at Estrella Estates, where residents mention the pristine bathrooms and renovated patios and dining rooms. Updated bathooms and high-end furniture in libraries are ...
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El Mirage independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in El Mirage independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in El Mirage, 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 El Mirage 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 El Mirage partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
El Mirage, AZNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10.6%
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Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
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28.9%
No sugar
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Availability of select dining options in El Mirage 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 El Mirage communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
30.5%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
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31%
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in El Mirage 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 El Mirage offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
El Mirage, AZNational
Activity director
Activity director
34.8%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.4%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.7%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
31.9%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40.4%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
39%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
31.2%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.9%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.6%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
38.3%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
27.7%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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The Groves, Revel Scottsdale and Acoya Troon by Cogir are the top-rated independent living facilities near El Mirage, Arizona. See full list of communities.
There are 158 independent living facilities near El Mirage, Arizona. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in El Mirage, Arizona are Revel Scottsdale, Acoya Troon by Cogir and Sunrise of Scottsdale. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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