Assisted Living Communities in Scottsdale, Arizona
Explore listings in Scottsdale, Arizona including 3140 authentic reviews covering 955 of Scottsdale facilities, and find details such as base pricing, room types and more. The average the cost of facilities in Scottsdale depends on many factors and your loved one's required level of care.
The average rent for Assisted Living communities in Maricopa County is $3,546 per month, according to Caring's proprietary data on verified Assisted Living communities.
Below, we present the top communities based on various criteria, including authentic user reviews. With the support of our Caring Family Advisors, we have helped over 102,000 families find the best community tailored to their needs, all at no cost and with no obligation. We also offer free care and budget consultations to help you make an informed decision.
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"Mesa Adult Care Home is a beautiful home. I would recommend it to anyone.
When I was there in the summer of 2011 I noticed that the residents were very comfortable, the house was very tidy, smelled very clean, and the staff was very professional. Me..."
"What a blessing it was to find River of Love Adult Care Home. My husband had looked at some that were closer to our home, and ones that looked bright and shiny but didn’t make him feel quite right. After looking at this one he knew it was an immediat..."
"I toured Mayfair Eden Twin Homes. It's a house. It was very clean, and the main thing is that it was in my cousin's price range. They have a dining area. They don't have a hair salon, but they celebrate birthdays and stuff like that. The staff seemed..."
"We had my parents at Adina Health Care Home in a nice room with their own bathroom. The residents there are good and seem to like the place. The staff is very good and always keeps doors locked.
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"We ended up with Summerfield at Jacinto. It’s a comfortable, homey house that has a license for six people. They have two caregivers, and his room is a very nice, cozy bedroom with a TV and a telephone.
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"The first place we put my mother-in-law in was a big facility with multiple levels. There was not any one-on-one attention. And so, when we put her into a smaller facility, Five Roses Adult Care Home III, this is probably five, six rooms at the most,..."
"My Mom is a 63 yr old dementia resident here with behavioral problems. Even though my first thoughts were OMG this place is so small and care givers are not giving enough attention to everyone, I found out that the fact that they sit AMONG theyr pati..."
"My husband has moved into Matters of Senior Living. The reason I chose this one was that it's very close to our home and then I looked at the facility and it was very presentable. He was only there about a couple of weeks now and then all of a sudden..."
"I like the layout of Orchard Pointe at Terrazza. I liked everything about it, the area that it was in, and the lady that showed us around. It was very cheerful. The rooms were very nice. They're pretty much updated and clean. The whole facility is ve..."
"This place is great. My mom really likes living here. The house looks just like the pictures. Very clean and spacious. Rooms are good sized and have alot of natural light. There's a good energy when you walk through the house. The staff is ver..."
"Pleasant Living - Vista was really, really good. They had a lot of things going on, like small groups with card tables set up. Some of the hallways were a little bit larger, so they didn’t have to go down to a game room. There were places throughout ..."
"I think that the atmosphere of Coco's Assisted Living Home is great. The staff is wonderful, and the place is perfectly clean. My relative is a resident there and her room is wonderful. The dining area seems really nice to me, and the cooking seems t..."
"The rooms here are clean, organized and spacious. The staff is caring, attentive and responsible. The amenities are commendable and the caretakers are first rate.
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"My aunt was a resident of Carefree Manor Assisted Living Llc before she passed away. I loved them, I still talk to them. It was clean. It didn't smell like you were going to a nursing home. It didn't smell like you were going into a hospital. It had ..."
"My mother was terminally ill and her doctor recommended The Gardener's Place. They were the most caring, passionate people that we ever worked with. Everyone there was accommodating. They had a very nice room for her, a very nice setup. They have an ..."
"We have chosen here and my mother is moving in tomorrow. It's a very clean and very open facility. The staff is very friendly and very knowledgeable. You can tell that it's very well run. They have multiple rooms. Some are single private rooms, and s..."
"I chose Happy Valley Home Care for my mom because it’s nice, clean, and they provide 24-hour care. The facility is nice and the people that were there seemed to be taken very good care. The food is good. It was a good value for the dollar and my moth..."
"Carefree Assisted Living was the perfect place for our friend to spend her last two years. The caregivers were wonderful with her and the home is beautiful and roomy and always spotlessly clean. The owner was there most of the time and they were a..."
"My wife is in Ageless Angel’s, and it is a very nice place. It is only four miles from where I live, so I can go to her easily. I like it. She has her own bedroom. Somebody cleans it every day. They invite relatives to come to eat there a few times a..."
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Scottsdale, AZ and Nearby Cities
The average costs of assisted living throughout Arizona range from a low of $3,800 in Yuma the southwestern part of the state to a high of $5,000 per month in the Northern Arizona community of Flagstaff. Those in Arizona’s southeastern corner in Sierra Vista pay an average of $4,150 per month, while their counterparts in the center of the state in Prescott pay $4,500. Residents of assisted living facilities in Arizona’s second-largest city, Tucson, pay an average of $4,050 per month.
Scottsdale
$3,975
Minnesota
$4,000
United States
$4,500
Yuma
$3,800
Flagstaff
$5,000
Sierra Vista
$4,150
Prescott
$4,500
Tucson
$4,050
Paying for Assisted Living in Scottsdale
The average monthly cost of assisted living in Scottsdale is $3,975. However, the costs of individual facilities vary depending on location and the services and amenities they offer.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Scottsdale
Seniors who qualify for long-term care can receive financial help for assisted living through the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS). The Arizona Long-Term Care System (ALTCS) assigns a case manager to help coordinate plans. Financial assistance may be offered through a health plan similar to an HMO or through a Medicaid demonstration waiver. Residents may be required to pay the room and board expenses out of pocket.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
Veterans Benefits
Life Insurance Policy
Long-Term Care Insurance
Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Arizona page.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in Scottsdale, AZ
Scottsdale seniors pay an average of $5,958 per month for in-home care and home health care, which provide similar services to assisted living facilities. Adult day health care is the least expensive option at $2,167, but it may not be appropriate for those who shouldn’t be left alone during the evening. Nursing home care is the most expensive care option at $6,418 per month in Scottsdale for a semiprivate room.
In-Home Care
$5,958
Home Health Aide
$5,958
Adult Day Health Care
$2,167
Assisted Living Facility
$3,975
Nursing Home (semiprivate room)
$6,418
Note: Care cost data for Scottsdale was not available, so data for the closest city, Phoenix, was used instead.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Scottsdale
Seniors in Scottsdale have numerous resources for information on community-based programs and services designed for older adults. The following resources can be used to access recreation and social opportunities, complain about an assisted living facility or find assistance with applying for public benefits.
Scottsdale seniors can access a wide variety of activities and services at Scottsdale Senior Services. The organization administers two senior centers, the Via Linda Senior Center and the Granite Reef Senior Center, within the Scottsdale city limits. Both senior centers are equipped with state-of-the-art fitness centers where seniors can use stationary bikes, cardio equipment, treadmills, free weights and elliptical machines. Seniors can explore their creative sides by taking classes, workshops and art education seminars. Both of Scottsdale's senior centers have tournament quality billiards tables as well as a countless array of board games, badminton and Wii Games.
Area Agency on Aging Region One serves those over the age of 60 in the Phoenix Metro Area, which includes Scottsdale. Seniors, their families and caregivers can obtain a variety of direct and indirect services through this agency. Direct services include case management, balance workshops designed to minimize slip-and-fall events, diabetes management workshops and Medicare/Medicaid counseling. Indirect services include referrals to local, state and federal resources for older persons and assistance filling out forms and navigating the application process for public benefits.
The Long-Term Care Ombudsman's office is designed to address concerns among residents of long-term care facilities, including assisted living communities, and their loved ones. Trained staff and volunteers investigate complaints of include abuse, neglect and exploitation of those in these facilities and work to resolve them. All services provided by this program are free of charge and completely confidential.
What to Consider About Assisted Living in Scottsdale
Assisted living and other long-term care facilities in Arizona are overseen by the Arizona Bureau of Residential Facilities Licensing. This agency maintains a searchable database of facilities in Arizona that lists their deficiencies and violations actions. There is also an online complaint form for suspected violations of these facilities.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Scottsdale
With a daily high of 72 degrees, Scottsdale’s weather is ideal for six months out of the year. It receives significantly less precipitation than the national average and has far more sunny days. However, outdoor temperatures can soar well into the three digits in summer. Fortunately, assisted living and other senior facilities typically have state-of-the-art air conditioning units.
The cost of living in Scottsdale is substantially higher than the national average and the Arizona average. However, health care costs are 7.8% less than the national average, which is appealing to many seniors.
Scottsdale residents enjoy a great golfing scene, with six local golf courses making Golf Magazine’s list of the country’s top 100 courses.
Scottsdale and surrounding communities have long been traditional destinations for snowbirds, which means that the senior populations expands considerably during the winter months. Whether this is a plus or a minus depends on personal preference — some don’t like the crowded conditions snowbirds often bring to the picture, while others welcome the opportunity to make new friends
Seniors feel safe in Scottsdale because the city’s violent crime rate is far below the national average. On the other hand, the property crime rate is only just slightly below the national average.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Scottsdale
Scottsdale Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living facilities in Arizona are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Arizona page for more information about these laws.
Reviews of Communities Nearby
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Review of Scottsdale Village Square
My mom moved to Scottsdale Village Square. I ate with my mom and the food was great. We're happy with that. They keep it clean. No complaints. The landscapers are there often and the grounds look...
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
Review of Blue Lakes Assisted Living
What a wonderful home! We are so grateful to Blue Lakes Assisted Living for the care and love they gave our Mom. She lived with them for seven years and was very comfortable and happy in her new...
We stayed at The Gardens of Scottsdale. The food was very good. The variety was also good. They had a choice of two entrees for each meal, which was nice. Our room was OK but the kitchen had no...
Provider response
Thank you for your feedback! We're glad to hear you enjoyed the food variety and found our team to be especially friendly. Providing a clean and welcoming environment is important to us, and we’re...