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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"We placed my mother a couple of months ago at The Retreat at Desert Cove, which is just a great facility. It’s a 5,000 sq. ft. home with seven residences. My mother has a master suite. The food is incredible and very fresh. The lady who owns it cooks..."
"My aunt has moved into Meadowbrook Assisted Living and Memory Care. It isn't a community. It is a private home that does home care. This one fit my aunt the best. It has 10 residents. It was the best fit for us. The rooms could be a little bit bigger..."
"Desert Cove was a very nice, clean, and large home. We met the owner who was very nice and showed us around. The rooms were all nice and had their own bathrooms and everything. It seemed like they had things to keep them busy. The dining area was nic..."
"Facility and rooms are very nice and clean. Staff is friendly and very helpful. My mom has only been there a month and I am very pleased with everything provided...."
"Bridge Royal Assisted Living was totally different from the other places I went to. I mean, it's basically just a converted house that could accommodate up to five guests. There were three guests there. I thought the staff there were wonderful. I wou..."
"At age 92, my Father has Alzheimer's and has lived very happily at Scottsdale Life for many years. It is a loving home with excellent care by the owner and the live-in staff. They provide outstanding physical and emotional care for the patient and ..."
"Agape, has an exceptional staff, beginning with the owner/manager, and every caregiver. They communicate clearly all that is happening with my step-mom. They are kind, patient, and nurturing. The rooms, bathrooms, and common areas are always clean a..."
"I guess the current owner bought this place only a few years ago which is good because I saw bad ratings online from 3 years ago or older that were because of a different owner.
The current owner doesn’t work there or live there but he has a lot of..."
"My parents moved into Hazelwood Manor. The staff is caring and educated. I like the owner, Shannon. He is informative and keeps me up on things. Their room is nice, spacious, and comfortable, and it's easy access to the restrooms. The dining room is ..."
"My husband has been here for a month now. The experience so far has been alright, he's well looked after and taken care of. His room is nice, light, bright, airy, and a nice size. It's an older home but they keep it very clean and they have some plan..."
"The one my mother-in-law was in, The Sierra's, was phenomenal. She got the best of the best of the best care. She had a regular sized bedroom, it was very nice and very clean, and the food was really phenomenal -- all home-made. The care was impeccab..."
"My mom has moved into Tuscan Place Assisted Living. Everything is so great. The owner is wonderful. We are a team. The care providers are just gentle and loving. My mom is not the easiest with dementia, but it's great. It's a beautiful home. It's cle..."
"Colten Adult Care - Casa Buenavante is like a home. My mother-in-law lives there and it's very comfortable. All their rooms are secluded so that they can have their privacy, yet they're checked on every two hours. They have a big family room where th..."
"My sister stays here and it is one of the nicest, cleanest and well-run facilities that I have seen. The caretaker is caring and attentive. It is a beautiful facility. I am so glad that my sister is receiving such great care...."
"My friend is a past resident of Upon the Rock Assisted Living. It was actually small and very clean, people were friendly, and it was home style. I liked it. They had a salon, bingo, chair exercises, and all that. They often had parties and events. T..."
"My husband has been staying at Sunny Hill Adult Care for six months now. The facility is very clean and well-run. There's adequate help, and my husband gets a lot of attention. I think it's been a good place for him. It's very structured, so he knows..."
"I have looked at the Azalea Blossoms, and I was very impressed, the home was beautiful. In the 20 minutes that I was there, I could tell that they were run well, clean, updated, and had very nice communities. So I like that very much. I saw their bed..."
"I have visited Dream Catchers numerous times over the last five years and in general, I thought this home was very well ran and operated.
The home resides in beautiful Scottsdale, Arizona. The front of the house is well kept and has a lot of space ..."
"My friend is a happy as can be at Callini's Assisted Living. He has a nice big room. They reinvented the toilet so it works just for him. The place is clean. They have a nice living room area for the visitors. The staff is very nice and sensitive to ..."
"The rooms a very appropriate and appear to be the correct size and spacing. Kitchens have space for resident's needs.
The staff is phenomenal. They call the residents by their name and are respectful of their privacy but are available when needed...."
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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.
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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...