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Very responsive. Great activities and music! We would absolutely recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had so far.
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.
Premier Assisted Living, Award-Winning Care — Tailored to Your Lifestyle Enjoy the freedom and uncomplicated living you deserve! At Gardens of Sun City, we offer a variety of options for assisted living apartments, care services, dining, and activities — so you can choose the lifestyle that...
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Great tour, answered all questions. Gave us opportunities to try the dining, chat with other residents. Loved the flexibility to stay in same room as long as possible. Felt brighter than other facilities...
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.
Our community of Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care residents is spread across six acres of beautifully landscaped property. With over 100 apartments available for Independent and Assisted Living, and more than 30 single-story Memory Care suites designed to promote mental...
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9.8
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We love the Groves! We have my mom in the memory care unit. The facility is always clean and the atmosphere is light and airy. The staff is very competent and always friendly in their interactions with the...
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.
The Groves, A Merrill Gardens Community is an assisted living community located in Goodyear, Arizona, in Maricopa County and home to over 74,000 people. Goodyear is in a suburb of Phoenix and home to beautiful scenic areas such as South Lake Park in Estella with its water views and palm trees....
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The staff are amazing and very compassionate. Can't say enough kind things about them. Food my father rated as a 4 but that may be personal preference. He used to very spicy food and this is definitely more...
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.
Palos Verdes is the premier senior living community in Peoria, Arizona just northwest of Phoenix. We offer independent living, assisted living and Dementia / Memory Care in Peoria, Arizona. Palos Verdes Senior Living puts a new level of affordable luxury within your reach - including 'At Your...
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Desert Harbor was a wonderful place. My mom passed away in [date removed] so we were only there 4 months. ALL the staff was beyond amazing and consistently went above and beyond. My mom was not an easy...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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 Forum at Desert Harbor is located on the shore of Desert Harbor Lake, with beautiful views of the surrounding waterfront. We are just around the corner from picturesque Sun City, and minutes from the 101 Loop access to Phoenix and the airport. We pride ourselves in our continued effort to...
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What we like the most about the Arrowhead Valley Retirement Community is the staff. The staff members there are excellent and the other residents are very friendly. We would recommend this community to other...
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.
Arrowhead Valley offers all of the comforts and conveniences of modern-day living that allow you to enjoy your retirement.Arrowhead Valley's top-notch, all-inclusive services and amenities include EVERYTHING you need to live in comfort and luxury with one monthly rent payment and no buy-in or...
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Staff is very friendly and accommodating. I think they're a little short-staffed right now, but so is everywhere else. Housekeeping seems pretty good, other than she's been without toilet paper once or...
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.
Home Sweet HomeOur assisted living and memory care community in Glendale, Arizona doesn’t require you to choose between independence and assistance. We think you deserve both, which is our community is made up of offer cozy apartment homes that give you the freedom of independent living combined...
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5 for every category! We couldn't be more satisfied. My sister is doing fantastic which has been a blessing to us and her. Everyone had commented on her new attitude and how happy she is. She has made many...
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.
Experience the best of the Arizona lifestyle with Westgate Village. Conveniently located in Glendale, Westgate Village offers year-round sunshine and resort-like amenities, all within 30 minutes of downtown Phoenix. This brand new independent senior living community is close to the Westgate...
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I was having a hard time transitioning from my house to a senior living community until I walked into Lifestream at Glendale. It was the best experience ever. I felt like home the minute I walked in...
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.
LifeStream Complete Senior Living at Glendale is conveniently located in Glendale - close to doctors, hospital and shopping. Every apartment features a 24-hour response system, free utilities (except phone), spacious closets, Cox cable, full size refrigerator/freezer, and individually controlled...
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66 Floor plans available
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[name removed] who runs the front all of these people are amazing. My mother‘s been there three months loves it. The place is beautiful, but the staff make it. everyone is extremely friendly and go out of...
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.
Distinctive Independent Living | Experience a Carefree LifestyleIf you are looking for a retirement community with just the right amount of amenities, an ample selection of senior-friendly floor plans or a social environment to spend more time with friends, The Park at Surprise can provide the...
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I would say that Sun City West assisted living center offers their residents a lot to do if residents choose to participate. They have a nice outdoor space to get fresh air and are very accommodating when...
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.
Sun City West Assisted living provides personalized assisted living and memory care services for each individual resident. We are located in Sun City West, Arizona, nearby multiple country clubs, golf courses and restaurants!Our beautiful community features a large outdoor patio space...
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Ventana Winds is awesome, and I love being here. All the nurses are the best, and the caregivers are really nice. They 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.
Ventana Winds is a unique assisted living near Sun City Arizona. Our assisted living community has one and two bedroom apartments with ample space for furniture and personal items. Each spacious apartment has a walk-in closet, patio or balcony, extra storage and a kitchenette with a full size...
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He really loved the staff and how friendly the other residents were and based on the experience we would absolutely recommend Solstice Senior Living at Sun City West to other families
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.
Solstice Senior Living at Sun City West boasts a resort-style setting surrounded by golf courses in Sun City West, where our residents enjoy easy access to community centers, pools and sports courts. Family members and caregivers find comfort in the availability of on-site personal care...
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My mom is currently a resident at Orchard Pointe at Surprise and overall things have been great for her. During the tour, mom said that she didn't need to look anywhere else, she felt warm and safe there....
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.
Orchard Pointe Assisted Living is an assisted living community located in Surprise, Arizona, in Maricopa County, and home to just over 117,000 people. Surprise is a bustling city in the Phoenix metropolitan area and has a lot of stores, shops, sporting events and park-like areas where residents...
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I would tell them that it's the least expensive place out there and my mom has no complaints about it. Except that the closet's too small!
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.
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My parents recently moved to Glencroft Center for Modern Aging in Glendale, AZ. I’m confident they’ll be living their best life in a community that offers them independent living, opportunities to be...
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.
Glencroft is an assisted living community located in the city of Glendale, Arizona in the county of Maricopa. Glendale is a city that is absolutely filled with both natural and architectural beauty. Glendale homes magnify the natural beauty of the desert landscape that surrounds the area. Nearby...
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I would rate them a 5 for all categories. It is very expensive, but I am sure there are more expensive places out there and the provide a valuable service. The facility is kept clean, neat and tidy. They...
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 Montecito campus is located in a picturesque valley with scenic views of the surrounding palm trees and blue skies. This is an independent and assisted living community in Peoria, Arizona. Memory care is available, as well. Employees here are caring and professional. Residents here enjoy...
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My mother in law has been a resident for a few months and is very happy in her new home. The staff has been most helpful and go out of their way to help her. She enjoys the activities, the outings and...
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.
Embrace These YearsWhen you decide to make our assisted living community your new home, you’re starting a new chapter—one that pushes you to do more than go through the motions. Surrounded by a warm and welcoming community of kind and encouraging seniors, you’ll be challenged to embrace your...
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I would also say that they are fair priced for all that it includes. The rooms are a little small, but that's ok. One person doesn't need much space especially when they encourage residents to socialize and...
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.
Vista del Rio provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.Situated on a quiet campus in the heart of Peoria, a beautiful northwestern suburb of Phoenix, we offer a peaceful environment with access to all the convenience of a major metropolitan area. We're just minutes...
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Overall I am happy, took a while for my folks to get in the groove with staff etc. I like that they have all levels of care, independent, AL and Memory Care...My folks are in AL, but we will be moving them...
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.
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...
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Everything was better than average. The cost for a level 3 assisted living tenant has risen to the more expensive side. Administration to care staff are all wonderful, properly trained and caring...
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.
Hacienda Del-Rey is a locally owned family company and professionally managed. We set our goal to offer the finest assisted living options in a residential community. Our directors have over 60 years experience in the senior care market. We have always believed that the home environment is the...
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This community was chosen for me. I do love the location. Meals are not made for senior citizens: too many carbs, not enough vegetables (when vegetables served you are lucky to get a tablespoon full). ...
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.
Vista de la Montana provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.If you like your days sunny, dry and steeped in the beauty of the Arizona countryside, then you've found your new home. Not only do residents enjoy the tastefulness and friendliness of our charming...
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I would recommend the Independent Living portion of the community. We have not had any issues but we also have not been to the other sites. For value this is by far the best. My wife's mother is happy.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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 Amethyst Gardens offers a plethora of activities that range from daily exercise classes and pool activities to mall shopping, casino day trips, and cultural events. Join us for bingo, bridge, or live musical entertainment in our spacious, formal great room. The Amethyst Garden's mission is to...
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I would recommend this place without reservation. The people who work here are fantastic. Picked it for the atmosphere. Haven't met any discontented residents yet.
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.
Wooddale Village offers an independent lifestyle with the services today’s senior adults desire, including available access to all to the exciting recreational amenities of Sun City. A full time activity director coordinates social events on campus such as arts and crafts, movies, exercise...
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I wanted a place to enjoy living. Morning Star has independent living, assisted living and memory care. Just what I was looking for. Residents enjoy their time here. It is a very friendly place. It is a...
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.
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Cost of independent living in Sun City, AZ

The average cost of senior living in Sun City is $3,883 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Wickenburg, AZ with an average of $1,738 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Sun City, AZ vs. nearby cities

Sun City, AZ
$3,883/mo
$3,916/mo
$3,836/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Sun City, AZ vs. the state and national average

Sun City, AZ
$3,883/mo
$7,733/mo
U.S. national average
$4,216/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Sun City vs. other types of senior living

$4,744/mo
Independent Living
$3,883/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Sun City, AZ by room type

Semi-Private
$4,606/mo
Studio
$3,754/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,679/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,392/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,264/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Sun City over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Sun City

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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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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.

Garden Ridge in Peoria, AZ

3.9
The grounds are pretty And well maintained. Staff Is very customer oriented. On site management is the valley is very corporate oriented Not resident oriented. They use corporate Ask excuse for not listening to suggestions from the residents. Meals are planned By home office Not by local staff. ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Beautiful grounds and courtyards. Many reviews mention the scenic and immaculately maintained grounds and courtyards, creating a resort-like atmosphere for residents. At Garden Ridge, the community boasts four beautiful courtyards, and apartments with patios or balconies that overlook them. Residents enjoy the tranquility and ...
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Friendly and caring staff. Several reviews express appreciation for the kind and compassionate nature of the staff at their community. For example, at The Palms at Sun City, staff members consistently go above and beyond to make new residents feel welcome and supported. Residents and their families have developed lastin ...
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Variety of activities for residents. Communities offer a wide range of activities tailored to residents' interests, to keep them engaged and active. At Palos Verdes Senior Living, staff members organize weekly activities such as movie nights, museum outings, gardening classes, and water aerobics. These offerings cater to various ...
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Thoughtful and attentive communication. Many residents praise the clear and detailed communication between families and staff, ensuring that everyone is informed and care needs are met. At The Forum at Desert Harbor, staff members regularly update families on their loved ones' well-being, using a calendar of activities and events to ...
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Delicious and customizable meals. Nutritious and tasty meals are a top priority at many senior living communities. At LifeStream at Glendale, residents are pleased with the variety of meal choices and accommodations for dietary restrictions, ensuring they look forward to every mealtime.
Safe and updated facilities. Residents value the cleanliness and maintenance of the community, both indoors and outdoors. At Palos Verdes Senior Living, facilities are kept in pristine condition, with updated bathrooms and high-end furniture, while at Glencroft Center For Modern Aging, residents appreciate the security ...
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Sun City independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sun City independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sun City, 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 Sun City 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 Sun City partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sun City, AZNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
9.5%
19.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26.5%
33.2%
No sugar
No sugar
24.5%
30.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
24.5%
32.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.5%
8%
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Availability of select dining options in Sun City 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 Sun City communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sun City, AZNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
29.3%
35.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34%
42.2%
Room service
Room service
29.9%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.2%
16.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sun City 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 Sun City offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sun City, AZNational
Activity director
Activity director
34.7%
43.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
19%
27.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.4%
31.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30.6%
47.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.4%
48.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
37.4%
53.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
29.9%
41.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.6%
36.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31.3%
40.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36.7%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
36.7%
45.9%
Dances
Dances
25.2%
31.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.6%
39%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.1%
45.7%
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McDowell Village, The Groves and Revel Scottsdale are the top-rated independent living facilities near Sun City, Arizona. See full list of communities.

There are 183 independent living facilities near Sun City, Arizona. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Sun City, Arizona are McDowell Village, Revel Scottsdale and Revel McDowell Mountain. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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