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Assisted living costs in El Mirage average about $3,893 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 204 communities in El Mirage. Our detailed directory has 2438 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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Photo of Good Shepherd Peoria
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.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Surprise Assisted Living LLCSurprise Assisted Living LLC is a senior care home that is situated in Maricopa County in the lovely city of Surprise, Arizona. Surprise is a city that lives up to its name, having a surprising number of recreational and cultural activities to choose from. The Sonoran...
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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, 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.
Provides: Memory Care
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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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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...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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...
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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.
Photo of Radiant Care Home
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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Photo of Arizona Adult Care Home
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.
Photo of Sun Health Residence Care
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Photo of The Inn Assisted Living and Memory Care
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
At The Inn, we provide care that balances independence with assistance and delivers service with compassion, understanding and respect. With comfortable, elegant accommodations and an impressive line of features and amenities, residents enjoy life with the confidence of knowing we are here,...
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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.
Photo of Good Nurses Assisted Living Facility
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.
Photo of Silver Creek Assisted Living
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.
Photo of Because We Care LLC
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: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Caroline Baylon Adult Foster Care HomeCaroline Baylon Adult Foster Care Home is a senior care home located in the brilliant town of Peoria, AZ in Yavapai County. Our wonderful community sits on a gently sloping desert terrain and extends to the mountains on the northern sides. The friendly...
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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.
Photo of Heritage Legacy
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.
Photo of Peoria Assisted Living
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I had an okay experience at this community. I liked the owner and I got to know the staff a little bit. My loved one was not there for long but I would definitely say to go and speak with the owner and see...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Growing older can be tough. At our Peoria Home, we'll help find a smooth transition to an assisted living situation, where you can flourish and take life at your own pace. We'll treat you as an important family member because you are far more than just a room number. Imagine how comforted you'll...
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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: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Olive Manor Assisted LivingWith an emphasis on living beautifully, Olive Manor Assisted Living is a premier senior care home in the picturesque setting of Surprise, Az. in Maricopa County. The area’s rivers and lush valleys, peaks and arroyos have inspired a program rich with activities at our...
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
132 bed Skilled Nursing FacilityMedicare & ALTC certifiedMany Insurances AcceptedLocally Owned & OperatedComprehensive Rehabilitation ProgramSecure Wing for Memory Impaired24 Hour Nursing CareRated "Excellent" by the AZ Department of Health Services 5 consecutive years.
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.

Cost of assisted living in El Mirage, AZ

The average cost of senior living in El Mirage is $3,893 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Goodyear, AZ with an average of $3,192 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in El Mirage, AZ vs. nearby cities

El Mirage, AZ
$3,893/mo
$3,942/mo
$3,918/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in El Mirage, AZ vs. the state and national average

El Mirage, AZ
$3,893/mo
$3,943/mo
U.S. national average
$4,674/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in El Mirage vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$3,893/mo
$4,734/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in El Mirage, AZ by room type

Semi-Private
$3,919/mo
Private
$4,383/mo
Studio
$4,296/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,443/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,276/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,297/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in El Mirage over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in El Mirage, AZ

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What families are saying about assisted living in El Mirage

Recent reviews for assisted living in El Mirage

Rody's ACH in Phoenix, AZ

5.0
The care my loved one is receiving is better than I could ask for. The caregivers are compassionate and loving. My loved one is receiving a lot of one on one care. Rodica is wonderful and definitely suits all of the patient's needs. The food they provide is good, but my loved one is not eating ...
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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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Constant Care in Phoenix, AZ

5.0
We chose Constant Care because the house itself was beautiful and small, there were only like 5 residents there. It is also by the VA so it is a good location for veterans. The minute our loved one got dropped off they bathed him, cleaned him up, shaved him and he was very comfortable. They take ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Consistent communication between families and staff. Several reviews emphasize the importance of clear and frequent communication between families and the staff at their community. For instance, at The Groves, the community director sets regular meetings with senior residents and their loved ones, both in person and virtually.
Addition of resident suggestions to menus. Some residents mention the impact of their food preferences being taken into account and their suggestions being added to the menu. For example, at The Gardens of Sun City, the chef accommodates individual dietary restrictions and preferences, making mealtimes a delight for residents.
Welcoming and friendly atmosphere. Several reviews highlight the kindness and warmth shown by staff and fellow residents. At Sun City West Assisted Living and Memory Care, for instance, the staff ensures that everyone is greeted and made to feel at home.
Varied activities to cater to diverse interests. Communities offer a range of activities for their residents, as reported in several reviews. For instance, at Hacienda Del Rey, residents have the opportunity to participate in a variety of activities, including trips and games, and there's something for everyone.
Properly maintained interior spaces and grounds. Numerous reviews praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the interior spaces and grounds. Residents of Garden Ridge appreciate the pristine bathrooms and recently renovated patio, while those at Legacy House of Avondale speak highly of the well-maintained living spaces.
Access to outdoor spaces and opportunities for socializing. Residents enjoy the opportunity to spend time outdoors and socialize with their peers. For example, at Sun City West Assisted Living and Memory Care, there are outdoor spaces where residents can enjoy fresh air and engage with others.
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El Mirage review score based on 456 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 456 reviews of 165 El Mirage assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The El Mirage review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

El Mirage review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
El Mirage, AZ165 facilities
8.3
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8.0
Glendale, AZ253 facilities

Review subcategories for El Mirage assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 456 reviews of 165 El Mirage assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare El Mirage resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
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Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
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4.1
Value for cost*
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4.1
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El Mirage assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in El Mirage assisted 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 care services in El Mirage assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in El Mirage that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
47.9%
52.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
39.4%
33.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
87.3%
98.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
51.5%
56.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
15.8%
30.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.3%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
36.4%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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53.1%
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Availability of select dementia care services in El Mirage assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of El Mirage Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50.9%
51.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
24.8%
32.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50.9%
41.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
17.6%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in El Mirage assisted living

Assisted 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.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13.9%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.3%
40.8%
No sugar
No sugar
27.3%
37.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.6%
35.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.7%
15.9%
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Availability of select dining options in El Mirage assisted living

Our assisted 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
21.8%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.3%
42.4%
Room service
Room service
24.8%
36.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.1%
18.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in El Mirage assisted 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 assisted living communities in El Mirage offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
30.9%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.2%
31.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.2%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.8%
49.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
32.7%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
36.4%
52.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.7%
41.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.6%
35.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
21.2%
37.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
29.7%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
31.5%
47%
Dances
Dances
20.6%
30.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.9%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
29.7%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in El Mirage

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Arizona assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in El Mirage protect seniors.

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Cottages at Peoria, Sunrise of Scottsdale and Brookdale Camino del Sol are the top-rated assisted living facilities near El Mirage, Arizona. See full list of communities.

There are 204 assisted living facilities near El Mirage, Arizona. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in El Mirage, Arizona are The Gardens of Sun City, Palos Verdes Senior Living and The Enclave at Anthem Senior Living. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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