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Photo of The Park at Surprise
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[name removed] who runs the front all of these people are amazing. My mother‘s been there three months loves it. The place is beautiful, but the staff make it. everyone is extremely friendly and go out of...
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.
Distinctive Independent Living | Experience a Carefree LifestyleIf you are looking for a retirement community with just the right amount of amenities, an ample selection of senior-friendly floor plans or a social environment to spend more time with friends, The Park at Surprise can provide the...
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My mom is currently a resident at Orchard Pointe at Surprise and overall things have been great for her. During the tour, mom said that she didn't need to look anywhere else, she felt warm and safe there....
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.
Orchard Pointe Assisted Living is an assisted living community located in Surprise, Arizona, in Maricopa County, and home to just over 117,000 people. Surprise is a bustling city in the Phoenix metropolitan area and has a lot of stores, shops, sporting events and park-like areas where residents...
Photo of Trustwell Living at Kingswood Place
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All is well for mom at Kingswood. Very happy she's there. Great, dedicated staff. Excellent new management. Wonderful food. Happy residents. Caring staff too. Very caring.
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.
Trustwell Living at Kingswood Place is a gracious assisted living community located in a quiet neighborhood in Surprise, Arizona. We are located just two miles north of Surprise Community Park. Many residents and their families enjoy the park for its many recreational activities as well as close...
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This community was chosen for me. I do love the location. Meals are not made for senior citizens: too many carbs, not enough vegetables (when vegetables served you are lucky to get a tablespoon full). ...
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.
Vista de la Montana provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.If you like your days sunny, dry and steeped in the beauty of the Arizona countryside, then you've found your new home. Not only do residents enjoy the tastefulness and friendliness of our charming...
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The experience has been outstanindg. They offer lots of activities, such as; singing,playing games, and TV night. It's a fairly new facility. I picked this community, because of the cleanlineess, the staff...
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.
Situated in Surprise, with easy access to the 303 freeway, one block south of Bell Road and 2 blocks north of Surprise Stadium, between Parkview Place and Stadium Way. Surprise's premier assisted living and Alzheimer's community specializes in a holistic approach to wellness, including individual...
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We love the Groves! We have my mom in the memory care unit. The facility is always clean and the atmosphere is light and airy. The staff is very competent and always friendly in their interactions with the...
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.
The Groves, A Merrill Gardens Community is an assisted living community located in Goodyear, Arizona, in Maricopa County and home to over 74,000 people. Goodyear is in a suburb of Phoenix and home to beautiful scenic areas such as South Lake Park in Estella with its water views and palm trees....
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We would give high marks for each of those categories and we are pleased with how my mother is being treated. I believe we are able to give each category a 5 at this time. My mother seems pleased with her...
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.
Palos Verdes is the premier senior living community in Peoria, Arizona just northwest of Phoenix. We offer independent living, assisted living and Dementia / Memory Care in Peoria, Arizona. Palos Verdes Senior Living puts a new level of affordable luxury within your reach - including 'At Your...
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5 across the board. It was the first place we looked at and it checked off all the boxes. My mother is very happy there and we would recommend Arrowhead Valley to other families who may need a place for...
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.
Arrowhead Valley offers all of the comforts and conveniences of modern-day living that allow you to enjoy your retirement.Arrowhead Valley's top-notch, all-inclusive services and amenities include EVERYTHING you need to live in comfort and luxury with one monthly rent payment and no buy-in or...
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Desert Harbor was a wonderful place. My mom passed away in [date removed] so we were only there 4 months. ALL the staff was beyond amazing and consistently went above and beyond. My mom was not an easy...
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 Forum at Desert Harbor is located on the shore of Desert Harbor Lake, with beautiful views of the surrounding waterfront. We are just around the corner from picturesque Sun City, and minutes from the 101 Loop access to Phoenix and the airport. We pride ourselves in our continued effort to...
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Very responsive. Great activities and music! We would absolutely recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had so far.
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.
Premier Assisted Living, Award-Winning Care — Tailored to Your Lifestyle Enjoy the freedom and uncomplicated living you deserve! At Gardens of Sun City, we offer a variety of options for assisted living apartments, care services, dining, and activities — so you can choose the lifestyle that...
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Photo of Brookdale Arrowhead RanchCommunity card badge
11 Video available
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44 Floor plans available
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Staff is very friendly and accommodating. I think they're a little short-staffed right now, but so is everywhere else. Housekeeping seems pretty good, other than she's been without toilet paper once or...
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.
Home Sweet HomeOur assisted living and memory care community in Glendale, Arizona doesn’t require you to choose between independence and assistance. We think you deserve both, which is our community is made up of offer cozy apartment homes that give you the freedom of independent living combined...
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5 for every category! We couldn't be more satisfied. My sister is doing fantastic which has been a blessing to us and her. Everyone had commented on her new attitude and how happy she is. She has made many...
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.
Experience the best of the Arizona lifestyle with Westgate Village. Conveniently located in Glendale, Westgate Village offers year-round sunshine and resort-like amenities, all within 30 minutes of downtown Phoenix. This brand new independent senior living community is close to the Westgate...
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I was having a hard time transitioning from my house to a senior living community until I walked into Lifestream at Glendale. It was the best experience ever. I felt like home the minute I walked in...
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.
LifeStream Complete Senior Living at Glendale is conveniently located in Glendale - close to doctors, hospital and shopping. Every apartment features a 24-hour response system, free utilities (except phone), spacious closets, Cox cable, full size refrigerator/freezer, and individually controlled...
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Photo of Sun City West Assisted Living and Memory CareCommunity card badge
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I would say that Sun City West assisted living center offers their residents a lot to do if residents choose to participate. They have a nice outdoor space to get fresh air and are very accommodating when...
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.
Sun City West Assisted living provides personalized assisted living and memory care services for each individual resident. We are located in Sun City West, Arizona, nearby multiple country clubs, golf courses and restaurants!Our beautiful community features a large outdoor patio space...
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Our dad has been at Brookdale Peoria for 2 years. He is happy there and is well cared for. Any issues have been dealt with with the utmost importance and resolution has been made. The staff is caring and...
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.
Embrace These YearsWhen you decide to make our assisted living community your new home, you’re starting a new chapter—one that pushes you to do more than go through the motions. Surrounded by a warm and welcoming community of kind and encouraging seniors, you’ll be challenged to embrace your...
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He really loved the staff and how friendly the other residents were and based on the experience we would absolutely recommend Solstice Senior Living at Sun City West to other families
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.
Solstice Senior Living at Sun City West boasts a resort-style setting surrounded by golf courses in Sun City West, where our residents enjoy easy access to community centers, pools and sports courts. Family members and caregivers find comfort in the availability of on-site personal care...
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My parents recently moved to Glencroft Center for Modern Aging in Glendale, AZ. I’m confident they’ll be living their best life in a community that offers them independent living, opportunities to be...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Glencroft is an assisted living community located in the city of Glendale, Arizona in the county of Maricopa. Glendale is a city that is absolutely filled with both natural and architectural beauty. Glendale homes magnify the natural beauty of the desert landscape that surrounds the area. Nearby...
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I would rate them a 5 for all categories. It is very expensive, but I am sure there are more expensive places out there and the provide a valuable service. The facility is kept clean, neat and tidy. They...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
The Montecito campus is located in a picturesque valley with scenic views of the surrounding palm trees and blue skies. This is an independent and assisted living community in Peoria, Arizona. Memory care is available, as well. Employees here are caring and professional. Residents here enjoy...
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I would also say that they are fair priced for all that it includes. The rooms are a little small, but that's ok. One person doesn't need much space especially when they encourage residents to socialize and...
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.
Vista del Rio provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.Situated on a quiet campus in the heart of Peoria, a beautiful northwestern suburb of Phoenix, we offer a peaceful environment with access to all the convenience of a major metropolitan area. We're just minutes...
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Everything was better than average. The cost for a level 3 assisted living tenant has risen to the more expensive side. Administration to care staff are all wonderful, properly trained and caring...
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.
Hacienda Del-Rey is a locally owned family company and professionally managed. We set our goal to offer the finest assisted living options in a residential community. Our directors have over 60 years experience in the senior care market. We have always believed that the home environment is the...
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Where we are now offer's things Thunderbird could not; 2 balconies, washer and dryer in the apt, stainless steel kitchen appliances and two walk in bathrooms and most importantly to me, my sister "happy". I...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
When you think of retirement living, what do you see? If cookie-cutter apartments, quiet hallways, bland food and stereotypical activities come to mind, then think again. Over twenty years of experience have taught us that today's seniors want more choices and are leading a more active lifestyle...
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Overall a very nice community. People are down to earth. Don't let the dated décor get in the way. Give this community a look and see. Grounds are beautiful and they allow you to expand and fence your patio...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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 Amethyst Gardens offers a plethora of activities that range from daily exercise classes and pool activities to mall shopping, casino day trips, and cultural events. Join us for bingo, bridge, or live musical entertainment in our spacious, formal great room. The Amethyst Garden's mission is to...
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All 7 categories would rate a 5. My father-in-law died this past year and was treated exceptionally kind during his first al days. We would definitely recommend this community to other families based on the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Inspira Arrowhead will be a state-of-the-art senior living community with Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care resident options. Inspira Arrowhead will be located in a campus environment including restaurants such as Kneader’s Bakery and Starbucks, The Church of Joy, and a future...
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I would recommend this place without reservation. The people who work here are fantastic. Picked it for the atmosphere. Haven't met any discontented residents yet.
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.
Wooddale Village offers an independent lifestyle with the services today’s senior adults desire, including available access to all to the exciting recreational amenities of Sun City. A full time activity director coordinates social events on campus such as arts and crafts, movies, exercise...
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I wanted a place to enjoy living. Morning Star has independent living, assisted living and memory care. Just what I was looking for. Residents enjoy their time here. It is a very friendly place. It is a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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Cost of independent living in Lizard, AZ

The average cost of senior living in Lizard is $3,841 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Wickenburg, AZ with an average of $1,738 per month.

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

Lizard, AZ
$3,841/mo
$3,842/mo
$3,855/mo

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

Lizard, AZ
$3,841/mo
$3,819/mo
U.S. national average
$4,146/mo

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

$4,732/mo
Independent Living
$3,841/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,668/mo
Studio
$3,849/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,742/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,447/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,206/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Lizard over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Lizard

Recent reviews for independent living in Lizard

MorningStar at Arcadia in Phoenix, AZ

4.9
The place is well run and very nice. I feel comfortable leaving my wife there. It is a little pricey, but generally first-class. They really seem to operate as a caring family. It's definitely a place that people should check out.

The Park at Surprise

5.0
I am so sad that I have to leave my home at The Park at Surprise. I live in the 2bedroom den style on the 1st floor that is 1100 square feet I believe. My patio and windows face the pretty courtyard, they remind me of my travels in Europe. I am leaving bc my health has declined, I didn't want to ...
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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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Well-maintained and beautiful grounds. Many reviews praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the community grounds at various senior living facilities. For example, at Garden Ridge, the beautiful and immaculate courtyards and gardens are favorite features among residents. At The Forum at Desert Harbor, the Forum at Desert Harbor boas ...
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Friendly and caring staff. Residents and their families express appreciation for the kind and caring nature of the staff at several senior living communities. For instance, reviews for Solstice Senior Living at Sun City West frequently mention the long-term friendships that residents and their family members have develo ...
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Variety of activities for residents' interests. Several senior living facilities offer a wide range of specialized activities tailored to residents' interests. For example, at Solstice Senior Living at Sun City West, staff members organize a weekly trivia night, regular outings to pools for swimming sessions, hikes and fishing days at nearb ...
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Thoughtfully appointed apartments and common areas. Reviews highlight the clean and comfortable apartments and common areas in several senior living communities. At LifeStream at Glendale, residents appreciate the roomy living spaces with sufficient room for dressers, beds, couches, tables, and chairs. At LifeStream at Sun City, the apartment ...
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Delicious and accommodating meals. Throughout reviews, quality food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their senior living experience. At Palos Verdes Senior Living, the chef accommodates dietary restrictions and individual preferences, ensuring residents look forward to mealtimes every day.
Safety features and secure community environment. Residents and their families value the sense of security and safety provided by several senior living communities. For instance, at Solstice Senior Living at Sun City West, the community offers a button system that residents can press for assistance, ensuring they feel safe and well-cared for. ...
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Lizard independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lizard independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lizard, 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 Lizard 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 Lizard partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lizard, AZNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.1%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.9%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
30.2%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29.3%
32.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.5%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Lizard 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 Lizard communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lizard, AZNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35.3%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40.5%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
36.2%
36%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.7%
16.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lizard 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 Lizard offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lizard, AZNational
Activity director
Activity director
41.4%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.4%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.3%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.2%
42%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.2%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.1%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.1%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
43.1%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
29.3%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.6%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.2%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Groves, Acoya Troon by Cogir and Sunrise of Scottsdale are the top-rated independent living facilities near Lizard, Arizona. See full list of communities.

There are 142 independent living facilities near Lizard, Arizona. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Lizard, Arizona are Acoya Troon by Cogir, Sunrise of Scottsdale and Palos Verdes Senior Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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