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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Goldbadge, AZ

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The cost of independent living in Goldbadge is about $3,905 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 149 options. Read 2502 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Photo of Estrella Estates
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21 reviews
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I am currently a resident here at Estrella Estates and things have been great so far. The meals are good. The cost is fair. The management is excellent. I have to say that, overall, things are great and this...
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.
At Estrella Estates we have an abundance of heart, and we can’t wait to share it with you. Our caring management team is here for you any time, day or night, because we live here too. We participate in activities +pour coffee at mealtime and take time to get to know each of our residents. Plus,...
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6 reviews
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It is not easy to find who the correct person to contact when it comes to medical. There are multiple contacts for Leading MD's and Avanti. The cavity is top notch! And based on the experience we have had so...
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.
At Spring Gardens Peoria, our technologically advanced and beautifully designed community encourages independence and personal growth. To that end, our many features have been meticulously planned to balance the lifestyle you enjoy with the things you love to do - right where you live. Spring...
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8.9
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14 reviews
8.9
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14 reviews
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Everyone that I have met is very friendly. So far everyone is older than me and they all have fun with each other and with the activities they have here. We chose this community because of the Close...
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.
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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 Golden Springs Senior Living 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: 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 Golden Times
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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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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Photo of Paradise Life Care
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.
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.
Come live at the Fountain. You’ll have privacy when you want it and friends as close as a walk down the hall. Spend your time playing cards or pool, going shopping, or participating in other activities. Or add some special meaning in your life by reaching out and helping others. And of course,...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
Photo of Dahlia Care LLC
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.
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 Golden Senior Living LLC
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 Radiant 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 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 El Dorado of Sun City
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I really enjoyed my stay at El Dorado of Sun City, the meals and dining service was fantastic The quality of the food was excellent and you got a variety of meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner. I recently...
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.
Photo of Heritage Legacy
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 Meridian 2 Assisted Living Home LLC
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.
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 Royal Oaks-CCRC comm
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My loved one has lived here for quite some time, and this is a VERY impressive community! The facility itself is clean, provides multiple levels of care, and all sorts of different activities. They couldn't...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
Photo of Elite Assisted Living Home LLC
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 Butterflies Are Free Care Home Pllc
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.

Cost of independent living in Goldbadge, AZ

The average cost of senior living in Goldbadge is $3,905 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Goodyear, AZ with an average of $2,908 per month.

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

Goldbadge, AZ
$3,905/mo
$3,906/mo
$3,944/mo

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

Goldbadge, AZ
$3,905/mo
$3,896/mo
U.S. national average
$4,130/mo

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

$4,760/mo
Independent Living
$3,905/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,135/mo
Studio
$3,801/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,869/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,738/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,558/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Goldbadge over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Goldbadge

Recent reviews for independent living in Goldbadge

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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Ridge at The Stratford in Phoenix, AZ

4.8
Staff is very caring very accommodating for special needs and always available to help. They're also very encouraging the resident I feel it could be more nutrition based foods, like more fresh veggies and fruit.

The Palazzo in Phoenix, AZ

4.4
People and staff are friendly and activities are great! My mom has been concerned about food quality lately and knows there have been meetings regarding overall impressions of food. I would recommend The Palazzo to others looking.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Beautifully maintained grounds and courtyards. Many reviews mention the impressive grounds and courtyards at the communities, with some residents specifically praising the patios and balconies that offer views of these areas at Garden Ridge, The Forum at Desert Harbor, and LifeStream at Glendale.
Dedicated and caring staff. Several reviews express appreciation for the attentiveness and kindness of the staff at their communities, with residents and their families noting the close relationships they've formed with caregivers at Solstice Senior Living at Sun City West, Holiday Vista de la Montaña, and Palos Verde ...
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Varied and engaging activities. Residents find joy in the wide range of activities offered at the communities, including gardening, hikes, fishing days, and special events, as mentioned in reviews for , {{523257}}, and Solstice Senior Living at Sun City West.
Thoughtfully prepared meals. Throughout the reviews, residents express their satisfaction with the quality and variety of meals provided by the communities, with some specifically mentioning the accommodations made for dietary restrictions at Thunderbird Senior Living, , and {{94063}}.
Community atmosphere and social connections. Reviews highlight the importance of the social aspects of living in a senior community, with residents forming bonds and enjoying the company of their neighbors at LifeStream at Glendale, Westgate Village, and Inspira Arrowhead by Cogir.
Secure and supportive environment. Several reviews mention the feeling of safety and security offered by the communities, with residents expressing their confidence in the care and assistance provided for those with mobility or health concerns at Holiday Vista de la Montaña, Thunderbird Senior Living, and The Forum at Desert ...
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Goldbadge independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Goldbadge independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Goldbadge, 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 Goldbadge 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 Goldbadge 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
12.3%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.8%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
31.1%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30.3%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.5%
9.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Goldbadge 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 Goldbadge communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
36.1%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40.2%
43.7%
Room service
Room service
35.2%
37.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.9%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Goldbadge 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 Goldbadge offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
41.8%
45%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.8%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.2%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.1%
48%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.9%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45.1%
54.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.1%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.5%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.5%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.1%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
45.1%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
32%
32.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
36.1%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.3%
46.5%
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Sunrise of Scottsdale, LifeStream at Glendale and Arrowhead Valley Retirement Resort are the top-rated independent living facilities near Goldbadge, Arizona. See full list of communities.

There are 149 independent living facilities near Goldbadge, Arizona. See the full list.

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

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