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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Tempe, AZ
The cost of independent living in Tempe is about $3,813 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 118 options. Read 1708 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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We picked this community because, this was the only location the person from A Place for Mom found with a room available. They have a very caring staff.
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.
Amore Manor Assisted Living Center is an assisted living facility located in the heart of historic Chandler, AZ. We are fully licensed by the State of Arizona as a supervisory care center.At Amore Manor, your loved one will be comfortable in the company of other seniors in an attractive and...
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What our family likes the most about North Chandler Place is having the comfort and reassurance she's well taken care of . Gives me good peace of mind. She is safe there and we would recommend them to other...
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.
Everything You Need On One CampusOur North Chandler community offers a continuum of care, ranging from independent and assisted living to memory care and skilled nursing and rehabilitation. Offering you so many services allows us to serve you no matter what life may bring. If your needs change...
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71 reviews
Overall, experience was excellent! The facility was very clean and well maintained. The staff were very helpful. Even with when [name removed] had issues with his cable and phone. Due to the lack of...
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 Gardens at Ocotillo provide premium independent living, assisted living and memory care in Chandler, Arizona. Our new community delivers affordable luxury with At Your Service hospitality and concierge services. Our services can help you with the transition to our community through packing...
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My mom is so happy at Inspirations of Tempe!! I have never come across a staff member that didn't smile and greet me. Staff members know my name even though I'm only there once a week - even the chef! ...
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.
Celebrating 40 years, Grace management is happy to promote Inspirations of Tempe Assisted Living. Managed since 1995, this 65-apartment community features an easy to navigate floor plan, quality meals, programs, and services. With employees that have over 35 years in experience-you can...
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First hand experience with this organization has proven to me and my family they know how to care for complex medical conditions and behavioral issues. The staff is very friendly, courteous 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.
Heritage Lane Behavioral Assisted Living is two single story buildings offering 57 private suites. The assisted living community specializes in assisting its residents with behavioral issues related to specific mental health diagnoses.Heritage Lane is nestled in a quiet neighborhood setting. In...
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The community is pet-friendly and my loved one is very happy here. She says that the food is good and they are opening the dining rooms. They have kept the residence safe and secure. i would recommend...
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.
Courtyard Towers, located in the historic town center of Mesa, Arizona, offers luxurious apartments in a high-rise retirement community featuring panoramic views of the East Valley and mountains beyond. You will find that life at Courtyard Towers is comparable to living in a fine hotel with many...
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My mother is so incredibly happy living in this great community. The staff have been so delightful to work with and the food was great when she first moved in, but it has been slightly declining. However I...
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.
Located in the heart of Scottsdale, Villa Ocotillo offers a wonderful family atmosphere in a very comfortable center. We pride ourselves on providing care, customized to meet our residents' unique needs, regardless of income. From our walking club to water aerobics, ice cream socials to happy...
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My parents have recently made the move into this community and so far we have been pleased with how things have been going for them. They have said they are very comfortable in there apartment and they feel...
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.
At The Grand Court of Mesa you will discover more than a well-appointed community and extensive range of services. You will find a warm dedicated staff committed to creating a place you will be delighted to call home. Our 24-hour staff prides themselves on getting to know all of our residents so...
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They were so very helpful with moving my loved one there. They have always been available to answer my questions, and help me in any way they can. They had a change of staff that was a little hiccup in her...
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.
Embrace life at a peaceful desert retreat at Pennington Gardens. Whether you or your loved one is searching for Assisted Living, Memory Care, or short-term Respite Care for seniors in Chandler, Arizona, you will find the right kind of support you need to enjoy the lifestyle you want. Live richly...
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On [date removed] My wife and I were given the seemingly impossible task of finding a place for dad. We were lost at sea! [name removed] became our guiding light and heroically stepped up and showed us how...
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.
Paradise Living Centers opened its newly built North Central Phoenix group home in April 2016. This is the second location for Paradise Living Centers, which is a locally owned and operated. Featuring 10 - bedroom and private bath suites and spacious living spaces for residents to enjoy.
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Hi! I have lived here for almost 4 years and I am 73 yo. I don't walk much anymore due to car and truck accidents over the years. Thank goodness I don't have to walk here. With the old Director Team we did...
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.
Olive Grove Retirement Community encourages an active senior lifestyle that supports residents' privacy and dignity. We offer a home like setting and cheerful smiles from our professional staff who greet you everyday. Olive Grove provides Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Alzheimer's Care...
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This is a fantastic place for your loved one. The staff are friendly to work with. The staff will cook everything fresh for the residents meals. Some of the care includes bathing and dressing assistance,...
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.
At Vista Living we have a different philosophy, we identify intellectual, emotional and experiential strengths that go beyond someone’s health conditions. We believe community is both internal and external, that is to help residents stay connected to their outside community as well as their...
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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.
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.
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.
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.
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: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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: 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: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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.
A great place to call home! At ALC, we honor the commitments we make to our residents and their families. Our goal is to enhance our resident’s quality of life by providing a warm, caring environment that fosters independence, dignity and choice of each resident. Our residents are often seen...
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, 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.
Arizona Senior Homes has been providing assisted living services since 1985. Our goal has always been to maintain the dignity and self sufficiency of our residents in a ‘home-like’ environments. We provide a campus of care. With six homes in one location it is possible for us to offer multiple...
Cost of independent living in Tempe, AZ
The average cost of senior living in Tempe is $3,813 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Goodyear, AZ with an average of $2,938 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Tempe, AZ vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Tempe, AZ vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Tempe vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Tempe, AZ by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Tempe
Recent reviews for independent living in Tempe
Fellowship Square Phoenix (a Life Plan Community)
4.5
Mom has felt so free and welcomed since she moved in. Her family notice that she is SO HAPPY (which eases our mind, some of us not being in close proximity to her)! Even her guests notice how friendly everyone is!
She is not thrilled about the food.
There are some things she likes better than ...
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Sky Vista in Mesa, AZ
5.0
My loved one was previously a resident at Sky Vista and the overall experience at this facility was great. The move in process was great. The staff, housekeeping and communication with the family were all excellent. I would recommend Sky Vista to others. I am 85 years old and I told my kids that ...
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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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Thoughtfully curated meals with accommodating chefs. Residents across various communities, including Verena at Gilbert and Fellowship Square Historic Mesa at Brown and Center, express appreciation for the quality and variety of meals offered. Chefs often make adjustments to accommodate dietary restrictions and individual preferences.
Friendly and accommodating staff. Numerous reviews praise the friendliness and helpfulness of staff members. Residents at Atria Chandler Villas and McDowell Village particularly mention the openness and availability of staff to answer questions and address concerns.
Engaging activities for residents. A diverse range of activities cater to the interests of residents across communities, such as Verena at Gilbert, Bella Vista Senior Living, and McDowell Village, which include fitness classes, social events, and educational programs.
Clean and well-maintained environments. Community cleanliness and maintenance are frequent topics of praise in reviews from different communities, including Fellowship Square Historic Mesa at Brown and Center, The Enclave at Chandler Senior Living, and McDowell Village.
Supportive and welcoming community atmosphere. Residents at various communities, like Atria Chandler Villas, McDowell Village, and The Enclave at Chandler Senior Living, often mention the sense of community and the warm welcome they have received from both staff and fellow residents.
Access to transportation and local amenities. Frequent mention of transportation services and convenient access to nearby amenities, such as shopping centers and medical facilities, contribute to the overall satisfaction of residents at communities like Verena at Gilbert, Fellowship Square Historic Mesa at Brown and Center, and The Par ...
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Tempe independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Tempe independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Tempe, 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 Tempe 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 Tempe 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
11.2%
19.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29.2%
33%
No sugar
No sugar
25.8%
30.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29.2%
32.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Tempe 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 Tempe communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
27%
35.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
31.5%
42%
Room service
Room service
30.3%
35.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Tempe 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 Tempe offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
33.7%
43.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
24.7%
27.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.2%
31.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.2%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
43.8%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.3%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25.8%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.2%
40.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36%
46.1%
Live performances
Live performances
36%
45.7%
Dances
Dances
25.8%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.5%
38.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.2%
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Atria Chandler Villas, Revel McDowell Mountain and McDowell Village are the top-rated independent living facilities near Tempe, Arizona. See full list of communities.
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