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.
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"I moved to Glencroft Center for Modern Aging. The people are so patient and understanding. They were so patient with me and helped me out and explained everything. So it was a very good experience. I've just been in my room. I'm still putting things ..."
"Brookdale Springs Mesa was very nice. They sent me a lunch home with me, and it tasted good. They showed me a room that was being painted and no one was living there. Somebody had just moved out and it was alright. It was fine. I saw their dining roo..."
"We toured Adobe Country Gables. It's a beautiful, massive house. It's a regular home, but it's big. It's a mansion. It's like eight bedrooms. It's very well put together. That wasn't the selling point. The selling point was the owner. The guy that ow..."
"Sunrise of Gilbert was very nice. There's no doubt that it looked like a very good facility. They had good transportation services. Everything was pretty much what you would expect, but the only thing was (it's probably not true for everybody and it'..."
"My mother was in D&L Adult Care Home for almost 9 years. They took such good care of her and treated her as if she was a member of their family. The last four years my mother was completely bedridden and she had no bedsores or pressure spots on her..."
"We were looking to move into the Gilbert area so that's why we chose Eternal Spring of Gilbert for my mom. We were having communication issues with them, and there were a lot of missed calls from each other, but we had finally got that all worked out..."
"My dad will be moving into Brookdale Baywood. I like the fact that the lady that I'm dealing with is very nice and helpful. I like that there are activities that my dad's excited about. I also like the fact that they're not that far away from my home..."
"I toured Sky Vista. It was very well kept up. It was very spacious. They had different-sized rooms that were fitting into the people. The staff was very nice. They were all very helpful. The facility was nice. They had a courtyard. They bring in phys..."
"We toured MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Arrowhead. It was beautiful and had a lot to offer there as well. That facility was a little larger, but it was pretty swanky. I did see some of the people playing cards. They can go do whatever ..."
"My friend moved into Paradise Home in Moon Valley Phoenix. Wilson, the main caregiver, is very calm and soft-spoken, and that works well. Randy, the owner and manager is very easy to work with, very pleasant to work with, takes concerns to heart, and..."
"I toured Pennington Gardens. I went to their assisted living, but they also have memory care. We went up the elevator and then we walked past a balcony that looked down into an activity room and everybody was looking at us. I leaned over the rail and..."
"Mom moved in about three weeks ago. I think they do fairly well dealing with her. The staff seems pretty good, so far. The place looks OK and the location works pretty well for me. Mom is in a double room, which works well enough for what she needs...."
"Tramonto Assisted Living was modern, clean, and efficient. The staff was fine. They spoke broken English but were very understandable. They seemed caring and they seemed to be very busy. I have no complaints about the walkthrough. I don't have any co..."
"I toured LifeStream at Youngtown, and the staff was very helpful. It was a nice tour and I like the place. The things I liked the best were the grounds. The buildings were pretty well kept. While they're older buildings, they were still well maintain..."
"I went to Brookdale East Arbor. The one thing that I liked was there were only 50 residents. And the rooms, they had a living room, a bedroom, and a bath. It was great. It all had windows that faced out into a yard. People were friendly. And it felt ..."
"We like The Retreat at Alameda the best so far. Everything was just wonderful there. Plus, it's close to our home, so right now that's in first place. It's a beautiful building. They have several different rooms, and they're very nice. They're from s..."
"My mother has been in Brookdale North Mesa for about a month and a half now. It is close to our house, and open and airy. It has bright-colored walls and high ceilings. There is a lot of airflow. Everybody is happy. It is a nice place. My mother said..."
"Fellowship Square Phoenix was clean and friendly. I was impressed. It was a nice atmosphere. We walked by an eating place. They had nice rooms. The staff was very friendly, sociable, and easy to talk to. It looked new to me. I know it's been there fo..."
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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...