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Photo of Mountain Park Senior Living
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We really liked the small size of the Memory Care unit. Staff was welcoming and helpful throughout the challenging transition of placing my father-in-law in a care facility. Lots of activities and support...
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.
Mountain Park Senior Living is the premier senior living community in Ahwatukee, Arizona. We offer independent living, assisted living and Dementia/Memory Care in Ahwatukee, a suburb of Phoenix, Arizona.Mountain Park Senior Living puts a new level of affordable luxury within your reach -...
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I was impressed with the facility on my first visit. My mother was looking for an Independent Living Residence and McDowell Village was at the top of her list. She has been a resident for a few weeks and has...
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.
Everyone has their own perception of what living at a senior community is like. We here at McDowell Village would like to invite you in to take a look.Our apartments are second to none. They range in size from 648 to 1300 square feet, and all of the apartments feature fully-equipped kitchens,...
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Livestream at Glendale was extremely easy to deal with as an apartment rental. [name removed] was extremely knowledgeable and was very efficient at all of the paperwork that needed to be completed. The...
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.
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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My overall experience has been a 4. Am still adjusting to apt. living. Cleanliness of facility is a 5. My apt. seems brand new. Friendliness has been a 4. I'm still getting to know the other residents. Have...
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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The housekeeping staff and maintenance staff are so kind and helpful. Food service is great and if you want they will deliver to your apartment door. This is the kind of place I would want to live at when 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.
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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The staff is very friendly and willing to help you with any special situations that may arise. They could improve on the food by including salads with any entree served. They could also use better quality...
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.
Madison Meadows provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Located in the heart of Phoenix, Madison Meadows is conveniently accessible to shopping, healthcare, museums and theaters, and we're just down the street from the VA Hospital.
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The Palazzo is a wonderful place - they are going through ownership changes so there a definite growing pains for some of the residents. Yes, we would recommend this community to other families based on the...
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.
The Palazzo is a full Continuing Care Community offering Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care and Skilled Nursing. At The Palazzo, we are able to cater to your needs whether you are looking for independence in an environment with social activities, wonderful meals, housekeeping and...
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The staff has been very friendly and engaging with the residents to encourage them to participate in the activities. The kitchen staff does their best to accommodate any dietary needs and preferences. Very...
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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Ask to see a copy of the resident monthly calendar & News later. Also come for a tour of the Place & ask if you can speak with some of the residents. With the Tour you should get a packet with lots 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.
At Fellowship Square Phoenix, we offer the full continuum of senior living options, all on one campus: Independent and Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Skilled Nursing. We also provide Supportive Services, Medicare-certified Home Health, Outpatient Rehab, and Physical Therapy. Our Outpatient...
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1616 Floor plans available
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I give Thunderbird a 5 in all categories. It is a great place to live. The staff is a big plus [names removed] do so much for the residents and care about us. [name removed] is a great leader, it's just 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.
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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Photo of MorningStar at Arcadia
11 Video available
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66 Floor plans available
8.9
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30 reviews
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30 reviews
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I'm so pleased that I haven't had any need to consider moving her. The facility is nicely maintained, well-run, and the staff in memory care is amazing. It's a little on the pricey side, but worth it.
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.
Assisted Living For our Assisted Living residents, MorningStar offers four levels of help with the activities of daily living: minimal; moderate; more frequent and intensive; and extensive. In all cases, around-the-clock Care Managers ensure your safety and meet your needs. It is our staff's...
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I visited my sister recently at the Clarendale Arcadia facility in Phoenix. I was very impressed with the facility, staff, and activity level. She is in a great place and it brought joy to me and the rest...
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.
Irresistibly located in the Arcadia area of the Camelback Corridor, Clarendale Arcadia offers “connected living”—a vibrant life near family, friends and everything that matters to residents.You’re just down the street from fine dining at Tomaso's, Tarbell's, Hillstone, and The Gladly, plus...
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It seemed to be the best fit for my mother-in-law. It is a smaller community compared to some of the others we looked at. She said it felt more like home.
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 Avamere at Phoenix we're here to help you feel comfortable so you can focus on what's most important in your life. As part of the Avamere family of companies, we proudly offer assisted living and memory care services as we have more than 25 years. Many of our team members have been with us for...
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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.
NOW LEASING > Affordable Apartments for Adults 55 Years and Older!Experience a higher quality lifestyle in a community for adults 55 & older expecting more out of life. As a marquee destination for active senior living in Phoenix, AZ, Casa Azure Senior Living welcomes you with high-end...
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What we like the most about Mera Westgate is....All of the above. Administration staff are very helpful, professional and kind. The residents are friendly. Both are like family. It's very clean and homelike....
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.
Mera Westgate is a resort-style, 55 and older active adult community in Glendale, Arizona, a northern suburb of Phoenix. This brand new senior community brings a maintenance-free lifestyle opportunity for Phoenix adults who are ready to live actively and without the everyday stresses of owning a...
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First visit with my nephew there as a resident. His attitude was so much better than the last place he was. I BELIEVE IT IS DO TO THE ACTIVITY Director and all the staff back there. All so caring! Great...
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.
Paseo Village has assisted living and secure memory care accommodations and amenities for individuals who love open courtyards and spacious private rooms. Our Assisted Living and Memory Care have certified caregivers and medication technicians that are available to assist in personal care for...
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The overall atmosphere among both residents and staff is welcoming and friendly. Facilities operations, grounds keeping, and food services are run by outside companies. There is organization within the...
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.
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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.
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My sister is safe there. It's convenient to places where she needs to go. For instance, when she thought she locked herself up they came right up. They come up and help her out. It's independent...
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.
If a reasonable price and a quiet ambiance of an all-adult community appeals to you, then consider Lifestyles of Glendale your new home. Imagine an entire community that caters to those mature enough to appreciate a life of leisure and young enough to enjoy the many social activities planned...
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When you walk in to the community it has a great overall atmosphere, there is a lot of nice décor and it is clean. The staff members are very friendly and our mother liked it right away.
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.
Mariposa Point at Algodón Center is a unique community designed for seniors who need help with daily tasks, but who wish to live as independently as possible in a homelike setting. We are dedicated to ensuring that this new chapter in your life is happy and fulfilling. With a holistic approach to...
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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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I've lived here for 4 months now. The facility is always clean and the staff is very friendly. I thought the facility came furnished and it didn't but the maintenance crew helped furnish my apartment. ...
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.
Our vision at Avista North Mountain is family, and we want our residents to feel right at home. We strive every day to provide the care our residents need, and the peace of mind their family members desire. We invite you to visit our community and see why we stress the importance of kindness in...
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He seems to be doing pretty well. I know he has had some difficulties adjusting initially, but things are working out pretty well so far. I just left him not too long ago and he was sitting in the dining...
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.
The Park at 7th Avenue is a charming assisted living community located in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona, where warm weather abounds. Our serene, spacious community is located adjacent to a community park where residents may enjoy the fresh, desert breeze and mountain views. Phoenix is a historic...
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the overall feel of this community just felt right, and everyone there was super friendly. The activities were pretty good, our loved one didn't always participate in them, but they had wine tastings, movie...
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.
We're now open as of September 4th 2018. We will offer a large memory care and assisted living apartments. Call for more information about our exceptional living lifestyle:Three chef prepared meals a dayWeekly housekeepingWeekly laundryUtilitiesWIFI and CableScheduled transportation Full...
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.

Cost of independent living in Parkwood, AZ

The average cost of senior living in Parkwood is $3,921 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Goodyear, AZ with an average of $2,942 per month.

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

Parkwood, AZ
$3,921/mo
$3,863/mo
$3,939/mo

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

Parkwood, AZ
$3,921/mo
$3,888/mo
U.S. national average
$4,127/mo

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

$4,772/mo
Independent Living
$3,921/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,437/mo
Studio
$4,208/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,975/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,750/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,967/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Parkwood over time

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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Parkwood

Recent reviews for independent living in Parkwood

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.

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

Warm and welcoming community atmosphere. Many reviews mention the friendly and inviting nature of the staff and residents at various communities, such as Beatitudes Campus, a CCRC, McDowell Village, and Palos Verdes Senior Living. Newcomers are quickly welcomed and have made new friends, helping to create a sense of community and ...
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Delicious and accommodating meals. Throughout the reviews, residents consistently praise the quality and variety of the meals provided at their communities, including Thunderbird Senior Living, Glencroft Center For Modern Aging, and Palos Verdes Senior Living. Meals are often customized to cater to residents' dietary needs ...
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Active and engaging community activities. Activities are a significant feature mentioned in numerous reviews, with residents of Madison Meadows, Westgate Village, and Palos Verdes Senior Living expressing appreciation for the diverse range of activities offered, including games, arts and crafts, and social events.
Thoughtful and attentive staff. Several reviews highlight the caring and dedicated nature of the staff at their community, such as Beatitudes Campus, a CCRC, McDowell Village, and Palos Verdes Senior Living. Staff go above and beyond to accommodate residents' needs and ensure their well-being.
Comfortable and well-maintained living spaces. Residents consistently comment on the cleanliness and comfort of their living spaces at communities like Madison Meadows, McDowell Village, and Palos Verdes Senior Living. The maintenance team is responsive to requests and keeps the facilities in excellent condition.
Accessible and convenient location. Many residents appreciate the ease of access to amenities and services at their community, as mentioned in reviews for Glencroft Center For Modern Aging, Westgate Village, and Palos Verdes Senior Living. Proximity to medical care, shopping, and public transportation are notable advantages. ...
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Parkwood independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Parkwood independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Parkwood, 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 Parkwood 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 Parkwood 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
8.2%
20.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
17.6%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
14.1%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
15.3%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
1.2%
9.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Parkwood 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 Parkwood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Parkwood, AZNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
15.3%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
21.2%
43.6%
Room service
Room service
16.5%
37.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.2%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Parkwood 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 Parkwood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Parkwood, AZNational
Activity director
Activity director
20%
45%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
10.6%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.9%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
25.9%
48%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
27.1%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
28.2%
54.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
17.6%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
18.8%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18.8%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
24.7%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
23.5%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
15.3%
32.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.6%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
24.7%
46.4%
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Mountain Park Senior Living, McDowell Village and Sunrise of Scottsdale are the top-rated independent living facilities near Parkwood, Arizona. See full list of communities.

There are 117 independent living facilities near Parkwood, Arizona. See the full list.

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

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