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The cost of independent living in Helena is about $3,937 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 100 options. Read 1707 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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Move up to a better way of living Welcome to Scottsdale New VenturaWe are a 55+ Senior Citizen, Handicap and Disabled Community.Low Income Senior Citizens community'.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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.
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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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.
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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Living a thousand miles away from our dear Aunt and not knowing where we could put her for the care she needed. We thank "A Place for Mom" in finding us a place that she could have excellent care in her...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Greenfield’s assisted living is an assisted living community that caters to ages 21 and over, we offer private and semi-private apartments for individuals that are unable to live on their own. Spacious apartments with kitchenettes allow our residents to be independent while receiving the...
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: 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.
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.
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.
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 parents had an amazing stay at The Village at Ocotillo! The staff were very nice and polite. Whenever my parents had a problem, the staff took care of it immediately! This facility also had great food; it...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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 Village at Ocotillo blends understated elegance with personalized service and supportive health and well-being programs. Located on a prime corner close to the Ocotillo Golf Resort, The Village at Ocotillo features 120 distinctively designed one- and two-bedroom residences within a...
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.
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.
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.
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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As a resident of Kivel Memory Unit my mother received fantastic care in the hands of wonderful staff members. She was constantly engaged by various activities through out the day and totally enjoyed their...
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.
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, 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.
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.
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.
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.
Burkeshire Retirement Hotel When it comes to enjoying life and relaxing in style, the Burkeshire Retirement Hotel, located in Phoenix, Arizona is the ideal choice in assisted living communities. Located near most of what the big city offers, but tucked into a residential area with a beautiful,...
Cost of independent living in Helena, AZ
The average cost of senior living in Helena is $3,937 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Goodyear, AZ with an average of $2,908 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Helena, AZ vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Helena, AZ vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Helena vs. other types of senior living
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What families are saying about independent living in Helena
Recent reviews for independent living in Helena
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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Robson Reserve at Sun Lakes
5.0
Their meals were outstanding! We love love love The Renaissance! Unfortunately my mother-in-law couldn't get along with her neighbor so it was her problem, not the communities, but we decided to move her out. We're still sad that it didn't work out.
Albany Apartments in Mesa, AZ
5.0
We picked this community, for two main reasons: Price, and W/D in individual units. Definitely worth a look! Management and maintenance are responsive and helpful. I would recommend to other families.
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Wide range of activities and excursions. Residents at various communities, including Verena at Gilbert, Oasis at Mesa Palms, and McDowell Village, enjoy a variety of activities and outings. From horseback riding and astronomy nights to bell choir and church, there's always something new and interesting to experience.
Friendly and helpful staff. Several reviews highlight the kindness and attentiveness of staff members at communities such as Fellowship Square Historic Mesa at Brown and Center, Atria Chandler Villas, and The Enclave at Chandler Senior Living. Residents and their families appreciate the care and consideration shown b ...
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Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Throughout the reviews, cleanliness and maintenance are consistently mentioned as important factors in residents' satisfaction. Communities like McDowell Village, The Park at Copper Creek, and Fellowship Square Historic Mesa at Brown and Center have receive praise for their well-kept apart ...
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Thoughtful communication between families and staff. Families express gratitude for the frequent and detailed communication they receive from staff at communities like Atria Chandler Villas, McDowell Village, and Verena at Gilbert. This open dialogue ensures everyone is informed and care needs are addressed.
Affordable pricing for independent living. Several reviews mention the affordability of independent living at communities such as Atria Chandler Villas, McDowell Village, and Fellowship Square Historic Mesa at Brown and Center. For many residents, this reasonable cost is a significant factor in their decision to move in.
Variety of meal options for dietary restrictions. Residents at various communities, including Atria Chandler Villas, Fellowship Square Historic Mesa at Brown and Center, and McDowell Village, appreciate the accommodations made for dietary restrictions and preferences in the meal offerings.
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Helena independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Helena independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Helena, 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 Helena 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 Helena 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
12.2%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.4%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
25.7%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.1%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.1%
9.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Helena 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 Helena communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
27%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.8%
43.7%
Room service
Room service
29.7%
37.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20.3%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Helena 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 Helena offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
33.8%
45%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.7%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.7%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.8%
48%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.1%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
43.2%
54.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.4%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31.1%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.1%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
33.8%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
28.4%
32.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.3%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.8%
46.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Mountain Park Senior Living, McDowell Village and Sunrise of Scottsdale are the top-rated independent living facilities near Helena, Arizona. See full list of communities.
There are 100 independent living facilities near Helena, Arizona. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Helena, Arizona are McDowell Village, Verena at Gilbert and Las Palomas Senior Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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